Southwest ISD

For Southwest High School senior Joseph Herrera, being named captain of the Dragon Fire Dance Team is more than just a title. “I am actually the captain for next year, and it's pretty cool because I am the first ever male captain in Southwest ISD history,” he said. “It's what I aspired to do, and I'm finally able to show it off for all the hard work that I've done.”

While making history is exciting, he says the true magic of Dragon Fire comes from the team's culture. “We support each other no matter what. We're never embarrassed to dance in front of each other, go full out, or just be ourselves. We all have different personalities, but somehow we create this magic together.”

Looking ahead, he hopes every member of Dragon Fire feels the same sense of belonging that inspired him. “We're like a close family, and we honestly love each other so much,” he said. “You can always be comfortable here, no matter who you are or where you come from. We expect you to grow and become the person you always want to be.”

There's still time to catch the SWISD Summer Book Bus event at Spicewood Park Elementary. We have just under one hour left of free books, fitness activities, and family resources, so stop by before noon and join the fun.

Missed today's event? Don't worry. The Summer Book Bus rolls into Big Country Elementary on June 25 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Mark your calendars and get ready for another morning of reading, learning, and community fun.

If you're joining us at the Summer Book Bus this morning at Spicewood Park Elementary, be sure to stop by and visit the mobile immunization drive with University Health System before they wrap up at 11 a.m.

Their team is on-site, sharing health resources and information, and you can conveniently schedule an appointment by visiting healthyUexpress.com.

SWISD proudly observes Juneteenth by honoring the resilience of those who endured, celebrating the legacy of freedom, and recognizing the continued pursuit of equality and justice. All SWISD schools and offices will be closed on Thursday, June 18, and Friday, June 19 (Summer Hours).

The STAAR scores are now available for grades 3-8 on Parent Self-Serve! Once logged in, click on "Texas Assessment Parent Portal" to view student results. The Parent Self-Serve can be found here: https://www.swisd.net/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=2633587&type=d&pREC_ID=2270829

The Summer Book Bus is rolling into Spicewood Park Elementary, bringing a morning full of books, activities, and family fun! In addition to free books and engaging summer learning opportunities, families can also take advantage of an on-site immunization drive provided by our partners at University Health.

Join us tomorrow, June 17, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. for this FREE community event designed to help students stay active, engaged, healthy, and learning all summer long. Students needing vaccinations should register in advance and bring a copy of their immunization records.

The heat and hard work are picking up at the Southwest Legacy Strength and Conditioning Camp. For Titans basketball senior Jordan Rodriguez, the goal is clear: to help lead the Titans back to the playoffs. As the team continues its offseason training, Jordan is embracing his role as one of the team's senior leaders. He is focused on becoming a stronger leader both on and off the court by encouraging his teammates to work hard every day, stay focused, and trust the process throughout the season. Jordan knows there will be challenges along the way, but he believes the Titans can accomplish their goals by staying united and not letting tough losses define them. Off the court, Jordan enjoys history and government classes and is focused on making the most of his final year of high school. Before the summer ends, he has a few trips planned, including visits to St. Louis and Memphis. For now, Jordan's attention remains on preparing for the season and helping the Titans take the next step as they work toward a return to the playoffs.