NORTHEAST HOUSTON As students and teachers were preparing to head back to school this week, the new staff got a big welcome from the North Houston Greenspoint Chamber, to set the mood for a good school year.
The first event was a luncheon at Campbell Center, held for the new staff of Aldine ISD. Over 700 attended this record breaking event, and over 480 new teachers were present for the event, which featured a motivational talk by Mike Jones of Discover Leadership Training. Jones is also known for his work for Soul Patrol, featured on TV shows such as “Oprah” and “Good Morning America.”
Present for the ceremony were the MacArthur HS Army color guard, and the Nimitz HS choir.
On Wednesday morning, about 50 new teachers of North Forest ISD were welcomed by the Chamber in a breakfast event at the Hotel Sofitel.
Present at the ceremony were the new Superintendent of the district, Dr. James Simpson, and the board members and new staff.
Speaking to this group was Dr. Bennie Lambert, motivational speaker from North Harris College.