Cypress-Fairbanks
Independent School District, goal is to provide an instructional
program designed for the individual needs, interests, and abilities
of each student. This learning environment will promote the development
of independent, responsible, contributing members of society. As indicators
of their ability to succeed in the community, Cypress-Fairbanks ISD
students will demonstrate:
(1) acquisition of empirical and technological knowledge and skills;
(2) proficiency in oral and written communication skills;
(3) aesthetic values;
(4) responsible citizenship;
(5) social and interpersonal skills; and
(6) worthwhile use of leisure time for healthful living.
Our Vision...
Cypress-Fairbanks ISD will be an exemplary educational community dedicated to the highest standards of quality at all levels and in all areas of endeavor. All students, parents, community members, and district employees, respecting and valuing each other, will be committed to providing all students with an education which enables them to live successfully in an ever-changing society.
Our Mission...
The district will provide a rich learning environment for all students so that, as graduates, they will possess the qualities which will enable them to live meaningfully and successfully in society and in the workplace. The graduate will be:
• An Effective Communicator
• A Competent Problem-Solver
• A Self-Directed Learner
• A Responsible Citizen
• Quality Producer
A Brief History...
In 1884, Texas was a part of the frontier and most of the state was virtually uninhabited. Along the Gulf Coast , a combination of ample rain, rich soil and lengthy growing seasons attracted settlers and contributed to the establishment of small farming communities. One community materialized near the site of the present Cy-Fair High School and in 1884 its citizens erected a one-room building on the site where Lamkin Elementary School now stands. This type of educational system was adequate at the turn of the century, but as the region grew, the small systems began to consolidate. During the 1939-40 school year, the Cypress schools and the Fairbanks schools joined together to form what is now known as the Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District .
The remainder of the history of the district has been one of phenomenal growth. In 1968, the 186-square mile area was almost entirely rural. The character of the community is now more metropolitan. There are still a number of acres devoted to farm and ranchland, but there are also many suburban communities with homes in all price ranges. As a result, students come to the district from all socioeconomic groups.
Much of the growth has been due to the availability of highly desirable land and the excellent reputation of the Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District . Firms transferring personnel to the Houston area often recommend the district as a desirable one in which to educate children. This growth has created a constant demand for more buildings, larger staffs, and a greater expenditure of funds. Despite this, with the district’s optional homestead exemption, a homeowner in Cypress-Fairbanks is among the least-burdened taxpayers in the Gulf Coast area.
The growth rate has called for the passage of a number of bond issues in order to build more facilities to accommodate CFISD students. Bonds were issued for $3.75 million in 1967; $14 million in 1970; $23.6 million in 1972; $35 million in 1976; $68 million in 1979; $90 million in 1983; $58 million in 1988; $98.5 million in 1990; $76.2 million in 1994; $265 million in 1998; $470.5 million in 2001; and $713.2 million in 2004.
Demographic Information
There are 186-square miles of land within the boundaries of Cypress-Fairbanks ISD. This makes it the second largest school system in land area out of the 22 districts in Harris County . Bordered by seven other school districts— Houston, Spring Branch, Katy, Klein, Aldine, Tomball, and Waller— it is also the second largest district in terms of student enrollment, with student enrollment expected to reach 98,884 during the 2007-2008 school year. Only the Houston school system is larger. The school district is diverse both in ethnicity and in economic terms. 2007-2008 district student demographics are projected to be 37.8% White, 37.3% Hispanic, 15.7% African American, 8.8% Asian and 0.3% Native American. A projected 36% of the district’s students are economically disadvantaged as indicated by participation in the federal free/reduced meal programs.
Cy-Fair Independent School District Map
Dr. David Anthony
10300 Jones Road
Houston, TX 77065
(281) 897-4000
Rosehill Christian School, established in 1990, is an interdenominational school serving students in Pre-K through 12th grade. The campus is west of Tomball on FM 2920 between Cypress Rosehill and Mueschke Rd. Noted for its academic excellence, the school is proud of its students and their accomplishments in TAPPS, ACSI and other competitions. Rosehill Christian School also offers a variety of sports for 7th — 12th grade students. RCS has dedicated and godly teachers, staff, and administration and offers small classes for their students. High school students take part in a Spiritual Emphasis retreat at the beginning and end of each year, emphasizing community outreach as well as team building and commitment. The mission of RCS is to glorify Christ in all that is done and to offer a Bible based, Christian education that is academically sound and strengthens spiritual, moral, and family values.
Dean Unsicker, Head of School
19830 FM 2920
Tomball, TX 77377
(281) 351-8114
Lone Star College System, has distinguished itself as one of the finest community college districts in the country, offering a wide range of academic and occupational courses for recent high school graduates and community residents of all ages. Since 1973, when North Harris College opened its doors, the college district service area has grown to 1,400 square miles.
Lone Star College System comprises of CyFair, Kingwood, Montgomery, North Harris, Tomball, six satellite centers, and The University Center. Over 49,000 credit students enroll each semester, with 14,000 more in continuing education, workforce development and customized training.
Lone Star College continues to be a benchmark for its innovative programs, highly skilled faculty and student-centered learning environments. Students attend the district's colleges for diverse reasons: to obtain an associate's degree or certificate; to transfer to a university; to gain new job skills; to change careers, or to improve their lives.
One of the most crucial educational needs of a community is to provide a trained workforce. It's a well-established cycle: education generates a trained workforce, and a trained workforce fuels a community's economy. Experts say that a trained workforce is the critical factor in producing and maintaining a healthy economy.
It makes sense that the Lone Star Colleges and six satellite centers are accessible to all students in all the college district's neighborhoods. The whole idea is to deliver quality education close to home - where students can easily find credit and non-credit courses, quality faculty, career training, flexible schedules, academic advising and financial aid.
By reaching further into the community through off-campus sites and through distance education methods, the college district has found that those with the greatest need for education and job training - the historically undeserved - are much more likely to conquer their educational challenges when education is within reach - financially and geographically.
For further information call (832) 813-6500 or visit us at www.lonestar.edu.
Chancellor Richard Carpenter
5000 Research Forest Drive
The Woodlands, TX 77381-4399
(832) 813-6500
Lone
Star College-CyFair, began its 2007 fall academic year
serving more than 12,000 students and remains focused on offering responsive
workforce and transfer programs to enhance both economic development
and quality of life in Cy-Fair. Due to the grassroots efforts of the
Cy-Fair Houston Chamber of Commerce, Lone Star College-CyFair became
the fifth comprehensive college in the Lone Star College System. Our
planning team designed this innovative two-year community college to
meet specific needs of the community and developed its programs with
direct community input. The college provides a wide range of customized
corporate training programs and workforce certificates as well as university
transfer and leisure learning activities. CyFair has something for everyone
and is dedicated to making education accessible and affordable for all
residents in Cy-Fair!
Preparing Today’s Students and Businesses for Tomorrow
Cy-Fair College designed its facilities, programs and services to provide a successful learning experience that prepares students for the rapidly changing workforce and for a lifetime of learning and change. The Corporate Training and Development Center offers small business services and seminars, provides small, medium and large compa nies reasonable alternatives to workforce challenges and serves as a performance improvement solution resource.
Workforce Development Opportunities
Among the technology fields are computer information, computer engineering, electronics, engineering design graphics, machining and interpreter training programs. Advanced technology programs also include certificates in CNC, CAD, industrial maintenance and basic electronics. Among the allied health careers are programs in nursing, diagnostic medical sonography, medical assisting and medical radiology. Emergency service programs include paramedics, firefighters and emergency medical technicians as well as Tech Prep programs for a career in Emergency Medical Services. Cy-Fair College also offers academic choices such as logistics management, geographic information systems, visual communications, visual arts, ESL and honors programs as well as variety of continuing education courses and associate certificates and degrees.
CyFair leads to success
Everything about CyFair has been designed to make learning successful, challenging and enjoyable. Students will have small classes, state-of-the-art technology, hands-on learning, tutoring and other learning support tools, outstanding faculty and one-stop enrollment center with streamlined campus services. The Barker Cypress campus includes the Center for the Arts, a Health Science Center , an Advanced Technology and Manufacturing Center , a Harris County Public Library branch, a college and community conference center, community wellness facilities and the Emergency Services Education Center.
Two locations to serve you
Barker Cypress Campus – Beautiful 200+ Acre campus at 9191 Barker Cypress Road
Fairbanks Center — Conveniently located at 14955 Northwest Freeway
Go online at www.cyfair.lonestar.edu/ or call 832-782.5100 for additional information.
Dr. Diane Troyer
9191 Barker-Cypress Road
Cypress, TX 77433-1383
(281) 290-3942
Our Lady of the Lake University, was established in 1895 in San Antonio, Texas with a campus in Houston since 1986. OLLU-Houston offers bachelor's and master's degree programs. We are located on the campus of North Harris College at 2700 W.W. Thorne, near I-45 & FM 1960. We are the weekend college. Our classes meet every other weekend, allowing adult students to earn a degree without having to choose between family, work and education. Undergraduate majors include managament, psychology, human science, fine arts and an interdisciplinary major in liberal arts. Graduate degrees include MBA, MBA/Healthcare Management, MS in Psychology (Marriage and Family Therapy), and an interdisciplinary MA in Human Sciences.
To learn more visist www.ollusa.edu or call (281) 618-5499.
Dawn Monte-Host
2700 W. W. Thorne Drive
Houston, TX 77073
(281) 618-5499
University of Houston, is the primary intellectual and human resource for the greater Houston area. Our faculty and students are involved in hundreds of outreach collaboratives with area organizations and schools, our Small Business Development Centers helps hundreds of business owners annually, and our sports and cultural events are open to the public at large.
Janis Parsley
14000 University Boulevard
Sugar Land, TX 77479
(281) 275-3362