Booker T. Washington Elementary School

PAISD Students Bring Holiday Cheer to County Sub-Courthouse

Students from DeQueen, Washington, and Wheatley participated in the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Jefferson County Sub-Courthouse in Port Arthur.
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First Day of School 2018-2019

PAISD had a successful start of school this past Wednesday. Teachers and staff were fully prepared to educate and care for the children of Port Arthur. Click to view a few photos.
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Message from Dr. Porterie

Convocation marked the start of the 2018-2019 school year and Dr. Porterie has some motivation for PAISD
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Convocation 2018 - Photo Gallery

Convocation marks the start of the 2018-2019 school year for teachers and school staff. Click to see pictures taken during the event.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

To discuss Port Arthur Independent School District's State Financial Accountability Rating | October 24 @ 5:30pm
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District Reopening

Student And Staff will return to school Monday September 23rd at normal times.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING TO DISCUSS BUDGET AND PROPOSED TAX RATE

The Port Arthur I.S.D. will hold a public meeting at 05:30 PM, August 22, 2019 in the Board Room, Port Arthur I.S.D. Admin. Bldg, 4801 9th Ave., Port Arthur, Texas. The
purpose of this meeting is to discuss the school district's budget that will determine the tax rate that will be adopted. Public participation in the discussion is invited.
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One-Stop Registration

Register your child and also receive information from the district's child nutrition free and reduced meal program; Bilingual; Special Education, Port Arthur Public Library and more school related organizations. This year the Health Department will administer necessary shots.
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