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A Legacy of Excellence.
Chapel Hill ISD is dedicated to providing a well rounded education for our students. The District was established in the 1950-1951 school year.
Currently, CHISD serves a student body of almost 3,380 students in grades Pre-Kindergarten through 12. The district is rated as 4A Division 1 by the University Interscholastic League. This growing district competes in the interscholastic league with Kilgore, Jacksonville, Henderson, and Palestine. The District is located in eastern Smith County, Texas and covers 118 square miles, which includes a small portion of the City of Tyler, the University of Texas at Tyler, the community of Jackson, and the city of New Chapel Hill.
Our Vision
Our mission is to educate ALL children so they can successfully compete in an ever-changing world. Our vision to shape the future, one child at a time, the Chapel Hill way!
Through our holistic approach, we aim to shape the future by unlocking the potential of each child, instilling in them a lifelong love for learning, and preparing them to contribute positively to their communities and beyond.
Our Beliefs
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Every student has the right to the highest quality education provided in a nurturing, safe, and orderly learning environment.
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We hold ourselves accountable to every student in our district.
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Education flourishes in an environment where high standards of character and the development of citizenship are promoted.
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Education is a shared responsibility among all stakeholders - students, educators, parents, and community.
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We believe the development of citizenship in all students is essential to a complete education.
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We believe the development of leadership throughout the organization is critical to our success.
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All students can and will learn.
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Learning is enhanced by passionate and highly qualified educators who pursue expertise in their fields and are highly valued by the entire community.
We Have Community.
Our district boasts the highest percentage of parent volunteers in the state.
We Have Heart.
We're the only district in the country with a dedicated "Squirrel Crossing Guard" at Oakwood Elementary.
We Have History.
Our district's first schoolhouse was built in 1852 and is now a beloved local landmark.
We Have Success.
We have a 99%+ graduation rate - a testament to our dedicated teachers and motivated students.