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We are proud to congratulate our very own teacher, Debra Howard, from Sam Houston MS for being named the GISD 2018-19 Secondary Teacher of the Year.
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Join us in celebrating the arts at Sam Houston on Thursday, May 9th.
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Get into the season with holiday-themed music performed by Sam Houston Middle School's Beginning, Symphonic and Honors Bands. We're excited to perform during our first concert of the year!
All-District band members will have an evening rehearsal to prepare for Saturdays rehearsal and concert @ Lakeview Centennial HS
All-District members will finish rehearsal in preparation for the concert later in the evening.
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