Bearcat Blast

Through partnerships and planning together for the fast-growth within the Aledo ISD boundaries, AISD - with the help of the City of Willow Park, TX and the Parker County Emergency Services District 1 - announces two sites that have been secured for building future schools in the district.

These important relationships between Aledo ISD and local cities, developers and the local emergency services district (ESD) have been forged through many years of working together for the benefit of Eastern Parker County, specifically its students and the Bearcat community. 𝘉𝘦𝘤𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬, 𝘈𝘭𝘦𝘥𝘰 𝘐𝘚𝘋 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘵𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘴𝘦 𝘵𝘸𝘰 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘴𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘯𝘰 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘵 𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘶𝘥𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘮𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘺 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 2023 𝘈𝘭𝘦𝘥𝘰 𝘐𝘚𝘋 𝘉𝘰𝘯𝘥.

“With rising prices and rapid development within the 130 square miles of Aledo ISD as well as the desirability of moving to our area, land acquisition is a high priority as we look to our future,” Aledo ISD Superintendent Dr. Susan Bohn said. “We are grateful for the Aledo Growth Committee’s foresight and thoughtfulness to include funding for land in the Aledo Bond 2023 proposal, for our community’s support of the Bond proposal, and for the continued dialogue with our local stakeholders and their understanding of the importance of keeping our school district thriving and growing greatness.”

Each January, we honor the dedicated individuals who are All In Aledo serving their community as volunteers - the Aledo ISD Board of Trustees! Our board members oversee the operation of the district and work to ensure that each student has exceptional experiences every day. School Board Recognition Month is an opportunity to show our trustees how much we appreciate their work, leadership, and commitment to Growing Greatness in Aledo ISD.

This year’s theme is: Leadership for Tomorrow’s Texas! Our amazing trustees volunteer their time and expertise to listen to our community and help guide the district by showing their commitment to creating meaningful educational experiences and opportunities that prepare students for college, careers, and beyond.

Please join us this month in thanking and celebrating our Aledo ISD Board of Trustees!

You may have already seen our newest Aledo ISD Police Officer around town directing traffic and protecting our students, staff and campuses, but we'd like to officially welcome Officer Meredith Bassham to our police force!

Officer Bassham grew up in the Aledo ISD school system and earned a degree in psychology from TCU after graduating. From there, Officer Bassham was a speech language pathologist in the private sector. She then changed course and, in 2017, began a career in law enforcement. She has worked both active duty patrol and reserved as a criminal investigator for the last seven years. Officer Bassham lives with her husband and children, who attend Coder Elementary, in Aledo ISD.

The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees recently adopted the district's Legislative Priorities for the 89th legislative session. Take a look and learn more about what the district will be advocating for for our Bearcat students, staff and community throughout the current legislative session.

February Harvest of the Month: Fresh Berries!

This month, we're shining a spotlight on berries! Berries are loaded with antioxidants, high in fiber, low in carbs, and can lower your cholesterol. Your campus cafeterias will have loads of fresh berries all month! Did you know? 1 cub of strawberries has more vitamin C than an orange!

Dr. Bohn’s Superintendent Student Advisory Council was tasked with a pizza taste-testing and cafeteria food feedback assignment yesterday during their monthly meeting! Director of Child Nutrition Patty Willhite attended to get this valuable feedback that will help guide menu decisions for the future!

Leadership for Tomorrow’s Texas happens on and off the court! This School Board Appreciation Month, we’re celebrating the Aledo ISD Board of Trustees for their commitment to cultivating a community culture that values every Bearcat and ensures exceptional experiences for all in Aledo ISD.

We’d like to thank Board Member Zach Tarrant for his dedication to growing greatness for Bearcats of all abilities, including Aledo High School senior and Bearcat basketball manager Cannon Sharp. Tune in as Cannon, his mom Lisa, and head basketball coach Brian Blackburn share how fostering belonging creates meaningful opportunities and benefits everyone.

Thank you, Mr. Tarrant, and all of our board members for being All in Aledo!

Leadership for Tomorrow’s Texas is built on strong community partnerships! This School Board Appreciation Month, we’re celebrating the Aledo ISD Board of Trustees for their dedication to growing greatness and creating exceptional experiences for students through real-world learning opportunities.

We’d like to thank Board President Forrest Collins for his support of Aledo ISD’s partnerships with local businesses, which help students gain hands-on experiences and career-ready skills. Watch as Breezie Soward, owner of Bigfoot Ink, student intern Peyton Flores, and Angie Wilkinson, Director of Advanced Academics and CTE, share how these collaborations are making a lasting impact on our students and community.

Thank you, Mr. Collins, and all of our board members for being All in Aledo!

Wakeland High School and Aledo High School sit tied atop the 5A UIL Lone Star Cup standings. (Update #1) Wakeland won a title in VB and finished 3rd in Boys XC, while Aledo captured 3rd in Girls XC and reached the state semis in VB.

Keep up the great work Bearcats and Ladycats!

Join our special programs department for their new Webex series Pathways to Progress! This is a virtual transition series designed to support you through key moments with insightful information, practical tips, and resources to assist with the unique challenges and amazing opportunities offered through transition resources. Join via Webex at 6 p.m. on both February 5 and March 19.

It's 2025 Bearcat Nation and we've got some fresh new styles at the Bearcat Store. Vintage looks are in at the store along with comfortable new t-shirts and crewnecks.

• New Vintage Bearcat t-shirts, in kid sizes S-L and adult sizes M-XXXL!

• New Aledo A gray crewnecks, in adult sizes M-XXL to keep you warm and show off your Aledo spirit!

The Bearcat Store is open Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. in the Administration Building Lobby. The Aledo ISD Bearcat Store follows the Aledo ISD schedule for closures.

Give the Bearcat Store a like and follow to stay up-to-date on all of our new merch!

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Mark your calendars for the Aledo Education Foundation’s Bearcats n Boots — a night of boots, dancing, live music, dinner, and most importantly raising money for our teachers and students!
📅 March 28, 2025
📍 Stockyard Station

This is the MOST anticipated, BIGGEST, and most FUN event of the year, and you won’t want to miss it! Whether you’re coming for dinner, exciting live & silent auction, or to dance the night away, Bearcats N Boots has it ALL!

Stay tuned for more details, but trust us, this is going to be a night to remember!

Aledo ISD and the Aledo Education Foundation are partnering once again for the Bearcat Backer program, and we'd love your support!

As our district is #GrowingGreatness through exceptional experiences that empower learners for life, we are committed to fostering relationships and partnerships with our outstanding businesses and organizations to help support our Bearcats. Your partnership provides a direct investment and benefit to our Bearcatstudents and staff.

If your business is interested in joining our Bearcat Backers program, please visit our Bearcat Backers webpage that includes sponsorship levels as well as a commitment form to fill out.

Platinum Sponsors

Canvas at Willow Park

EECU Credit Union

First Bank Texas

K&M Elevator, LLC

Myser Orthodontics

United Educators Association

Gold Level Sponsors

First Financial Bank
Impact Athletic Training Center

Redwood Financial

Stroud Pediatric Dentistry
TFWG Insurance Services

Silver Level Sponsors

Brookshire's

Kisselburgh Law Firm

Bronze Level Sponsors

A2Z Promotions, Inc.

BigFoot Ink

First Bank

Kinnear Child Psychology

Olympus Willow Park

Paradigm Wealth Management

Turquant Business Services

As a reminder, we have streamlined absence reporting for all of our campuses for this school year. It is very important that we have documented reasons for absences so that we can ensure your student is given an excused absence when needed. Click here or the button below for the Absence Reporting Form!

In Aledo ISD, parents, students, community members, fellow staff members - ANYONE - can nominate ANY staff member to be recognized in this way! Take the time today to nominate someone who you've seen going above and beyond and being All in Aledo for Circle of Greatness!

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