UIL HOMEPAGE

Congratulations! JHS takes first place in both Poetry and Literary Criticism as well as a 4th place in Prose Interpretation at the Feb 16 Del Valle Tournament. Go Rams!

Johnston High Will Host
District UIL Tournament

Johnston High School is proud to host the District 17-4A UIL Academic Tournament to be held on March 22, 2008 at the Johnston Campus! Johnston will be competing at the tournament that will include student representatives from Crockett HS, Elgin HS, LBJ/LASA, Lanier HS, Manor HS, McCallum HS, Reagan HS, and Travis HS. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact Mr. Medina at jose.medina@austinisd.org or visit the UIL academic website at www.uil.utexas.edu/academics

UIL academic competion prepares students for the future!

The benefits include:

* Preparation for College - UIL academic competition develops higher-level thinking, organization of thoughts and information, and effective communication with others.

* Training for Careers - Numerous studies indicate that student who have been involved in extracurricular events have higher job success.

* Life Skills - Participation in UIL academics builds a strong foundation for life-long learning and the development of social skills.

* Confidence - Involvement in academic contests builds poise and assurance, as well as the ability to handle stressful situations.

* Fun - Competition allows students to interact with others, establish lasting friendships and enjoy the thrill of learning.

Additionally, Johnston HS is thrilled to host the 17-4A UIL Academic Meet which will be held on Saturday, March 22, 2008. Click the link below for the tentative schedule:

Tentative UIL Schedule

If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact Jose Medina, JHS Asst. Principal and UIL District 17-4A Tournament Director, at 414-5890.

Jose Medina
Room 101
ph. 414-5890
Jose.Medina@austinisd.org