Italy Independent School District
300 College Street
Italy, Texas 76651
972-483-1815
Federal Grants Community Information and Input Opportunities
Italy ISD will be participating in the following federal programs during the 2025-2026 school year:
● Title 1, Part A: Improving Basic Programs Operated by Local Education Agency
● Title II, Part A: Supporting Effective Instruction
● Title III, Part A: English Language Acquisition
● Title IV, Part A: Student Support and Academic Enrichment
● Perkins V: Strengthening Career and Technical Education
● Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA-B Formula and Preschool)
Teachers, paraprofessionals, principals, other school personnel, parents, community members and business representatives are invited to discuss and suggest 2025-2026 activities and provide input into the preparations of the application for funding. The goal is to coordinate and integrate these funding sources and programs into the educational system of Italy ISD.
Input will also be received on the draft Title 1, Part A Parent and Family Engagement Policy and the School-Parent Compact.
If you would like an opportunity to participate, please email Rachel Kistner at rkistner@italyisd.org to schedule a meeting time that is most convenient for you. Meetings will be scheduled during the following dates:
● June 9, 2025
● June 11-12, 2025
● June 16-18, 2025
● June 30, 2025
● July 2, 2025
Respectfully,
Rachel L. Kistner
Superintendent
Posted: District website and Facebook 300 S. College, Italy TX, 76651 ● 972-483-1815 (office) ● 972-483-6152 (fax)
EARLY RELEASE!!

Gladiator baseball camp flyer information

These athletes put in the time and effort on the track and field relentlessly. But, they also put in the work in the classroom. Their selection to the THSCA Academic All-State reflects their commitment. Congratulations!
Mackie Ridlehuber
Camdyn Owen
Olivia Ramirez
Ta'Nyria Fennell
Arhiana Johnson
Addy Slovak
Nathan Guidry
Masyn Steinmetz








Tonights meeting for the 8th grade parents has been postponed and will be rescheduled due to softball and baseball playoffs. Thank you Italy ISD.
2026 Italy ISD High School Athletic Awards Banquet
May 19, 2026
5:30 PM Dinner
6:00 PM Awards Program
Italy High School Cafetorium
May 19, 2026
5:30 PM Dinner
6:00 PM Awards Program
Italy High School Cafetorium

Spanish Trip Student Information
Please click the RSVP link to register if you are interested.
https://bit.ly/3OMK9qF

PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCE DAY INFORMATION PLEASE SEE FLIER AND CHECK YOUR EMAIL. THANK YOU.

Monday, March 16th, the Junior High Track Athletes competed at the Gladiator Relays! They showed true grit as they fought through the cold and wind!



Track Season is upon us! The High School Gladiators and Lady Gladiators COMPETED on Thursday, March 5th at Blooming Grove. Come support these athletes as they compete in Keene on Thursday, March 12th- Field events begin at 8:30 am. They have the Gladiator FIGHT within them! Come cheer them on!



The Junior High Gladiators and Lady Gladiators stepped on to the track in Blooming Grove on Monday, March 2nd and COMPETED! Many events were a first for our athletes, many stepped out of their comfort zone, and ALL showed their Gladiator Spirit! Well done!





Save the Date Information

Italy ISD will not be making up the day of school we missed on January 28, 2026. The Texas Education Agency has granted us a waiver (like an excused absence) for the day because of the extreme weather conditions at the time.
If you believe your student would benefit from gifted and talented services, please complete the attached form and return the documentation to the secondary GT coordinator, Holly Bradley, by February 18, 2026.
https://ihs.italyisd.org/o/ihs/staff
Click link to download GT document
https://aptg.co/j9RV3l
https://ihs.italyisd.org/o/ihs/staff
Click link to download GT document
https://aptg.co/j9RV3l
At the Feb. 9th school board meeting, the 2026-2027 calendar was approved. Please see the attachment.
Class funraiser for class of 2031

SCHOOL WILL RESUME TOMORROW AND FRIDAY!

NO SCHOOL TOMORROW 1/28/26 BE SAFE AND STAY WARM

Italy ISD will be in school Friday, January 30, 2026. Please make plans for all students and staff to be present. Thank you.
Rachel Kistner
Superintendent
Rachel Kistner
Superintendent
Italy ISD Schools will be closed Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Please make every effort for all students and staff to be present on Friday.

