As Joshua ISD grows, so does the district's Bilingual and ESL Program. Serving more than 800 students and their families, the program offers a variety of activities, programs, and resources to these families.

We caught up with Favi Arevalo, JISD's Director of Bilingual and ESL to discuss these opportunities and how interested families can get involved.

Behind every successful school district is a dedicated and supportive foundation that strives to provide the best resources for students and staff. The Joshua ISD Education Foundation has awarded $522,121 since 2008 for teacher grants, student scholarships, field trips, programs, technology, and much more!

We sat down with Julie Pool, JISDEF Executive Director, to recap some of their recent and upcoming fundraisers including:

• 2nd Annual Owlbacker Program
• Ray Dane Tree of Excellence
• Columbus Day Golf Tournament
• Fun(D) Day for Students
• Jeans Stickers for JISD Staff

We also discuss the benefits of giving back to this nonprofit. Learn more about the JISD Education Foundation by visiting their website.

School is back in session, which means that the lights are getting brighter for Joshua Owl Football and Volleyball! 

We caught up with Head Football Coach Danny DeArman and Head Volleyball Coach Jordan Whitworth to recap offseason workouts, the new districts after UIL realignment, and the key players that will lead them to success. We'll also get to know the coaches away from the field and court!

In our very first episode of "The Hoot Half Hour", we sit down with Joshua ISD Superintendent Fran Marek to discuss some of the major updates from the summer and preview the new school year with important information for families to know. And we'll have some fun getting to know Mrs. Marek, the person.