The Paetow High School Portfolio yearbook and the Katy Junior High Tiger Tracks yearbook have been named nationwide finalists for the coveted Columbia Scholastic Press Association (CSPA) Crown Awards. On an annual basis, CSPA vets and honors top school yearbook and newspaper publications for excellence in content, design, coverage, photography, as well as writing and editing. The Paetow Portfolio “this WE know” edition, was one of 61 nationwide high school finalists, while Katy Junior High’s Tiger Tracks “REDefine” was one of 13 junior […]
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Paetow Coach BJ Gotte Named Houston Texans Coach of the Week
By George Slaughter Paetow High School football coach BJ Gotte will be recognized as the Houston Texans Coach of the Week for his leadership of the Panthers athletic programs. Gotte was notified of his recognition during a surprise pre-practice visit Tuesday from students, staff, and the Houston Texans cheerleaders. He was presented with a $2,500 grant for the Paetow High School football program, along with a certificate signed by Texans coach David Culley. Gotte has […]
Six Katy ISD FFA Students Win Awards at State Convention
By George Slaughter Six Katy Independent School District Future Farmers of America (FFA) students won awards at the 93rd Annual Texas FFA Convention in Fort Worth. The convention’s theme – Elevate – encapsulated a movement that motivated students to use the pandemic as an opportunity to grow, learn and elevate themselves. “Our students have demonstrated an enduring resilience and have learned that amidst the challenges, they can overcome and grow,” Ashlee Laird, Katy ISD CTE […]