The Justin Journal August 12, 2024

🖍️Back to School Week!🚸

Author

Amber Hill
August 12, 2024

🌞Good morning, Justin Readers! This week brings us a time of transition for families, with a mix of excitement and nostalgia. The quieter neighborhood pools and less boisterous play areas will definitely be noticeable changes. Brace yourself for the flood of first-day-of-school photos on social media!

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LOCAL BUSINESS
Gene Pike Middle School~Opening this Year

Gene Pike's new building is quite a standout! The blend of modern design with functional spaces like the media center, athletic areas, and outdoor learning zones must be very exciting for the students and staff. The emphasis on safety is also crucial, especially in today’s environment. It's great to see a school that balances innovative features with a focus on creating a secure and dynamic learning environment. I bet the students are thrilled to be part of this new chapter!

If you’re interested in where some of your tax dollars are going here are some additional completed bond projects in NISD.

EVENTS
August Events

  • Where: 2217 N Carroll Blvd Denton TX

  • When: August 16th-25th

Monday~August 12

  • Where: AMC Highland Village 12

  • When: 11:00 am and 2:00 pm

Tuesday~August 13

⚠️Hazardous Waste Pickup
Front porch collection program to discard household hazardous waste. Click the above link to schedule.

  • Where: Your front porch

  • When: 8am on your scheduled collection day

Wednesday~August 14

  • Where: All NISD schools

  • When: Varies

    • Elementary 7:40am-3:05pm

    • Middle School 8:50am-4:15pm

    • High School 8:25am-3:50pm

  • Where: Cinemark Roanoke

  • When: 9:30AM

Saturday~August 17

  • Where: Field House Volleyball Club

  • When: 9:00AM

😎Goodbye Summer Event
Free Goodbye Summer concert with bounce house, food trucks, and live music.

  • Where: Hilltop Truck Park 8150 Thompson Rd

  • When: 6:00PM

  • Where: Mule Barn 218 S FM 156 Justin

  • When: 9:00PM

  • Where: The Touring Chocolatier 8322 Thompson Rd Justin

  • When: 10:30AM-3:00PM

Sunday~August 18

🧑🏼‍🌾Farmers Market

  • Where: Hilltop Truck Park 8150 Thompson Rd

  • When: 9:00AM-1:00PM

Coming Soon:

August 22~ City of Justin City Council Meeting
August 27~ Play to Learn (infants, toddlers, and preschool) starts back up
September 12~ Public Hearing on City of Justin proposed tax rate increase
October 12~ Justin Heritage Foundation Casino Night

LOCAL HISTORY
Justin Early Education

The first school in Justin was established by Perry Harmonson north of Trail Creek in 1883. This original building, however, was destroyed by a tornado on May 15, 1896.

In response to the destruction, the community rebuilt the school, and in 1902, the town approved a bond package of $2,000 for a new school building (The Dallas Morning News, November 4, 1902, p. 12).

Further developments occurred in 1905 when Dr. Thomas Allen spearheaded the construction of a new preparatory school, Pennington College. The school was later sold to the trustees of the Baptist Church of Justin in 1913. The church expanded the complex with additional buildings in 1948, 1952, and 1957.

Today, a part of the old Pennington College still stands as "The Country Abbey," which is now used as a wedding and special event venue.

Citations:

"School Bonds Voted." The Dallas Morning News, November 4, 1902, p. 12.
Paddock, Capt. B. B., ed. History of Texas: Fort Worth and the Texas Northwest Edition. Chicago, New York: Lewis Publishing Company, 1922, p. 414.
Parr, Grace Lee. The Justin Story.

SCHOOL NEWS
Back to School Week

August 14 is the start of a new school year which can impact the whole community, not just families with school-aged children. A new year is filled with excitement and potential. Fresh school supplies and new clothes set the stage for a fresh start, and this is often when kids forge new friendships and embark on new learning adventures.

Increased traffic, school bus routes, and the reactivation of school zones are all things to keep in mind. It’s a good time to adjust travel plans, allow for extra time in your commute, and stay vigilant in school zones. Being aware of these changes helps everyone navigate the back-to-school season more smoothly!

If you have items to donate or need a helping hand don’t forget Justin has an awesome resource available at The Community Clothes Closet.

Back to School Events

Monday~August 12

💐Flowers for Teachers
Mini bouquets available for purchase to bring to Meet the Teacher night

  • Where: Justin Coffee and Trading 804 FM-407 Justin

  • When: 6:30am-2:30pm

  • Where: All NISD Elementary Schools

  • When: 4:30pm-6:00pm

  • Where: NISD High School Stadiums

  • When: 7:30pm

Wednesday~August 14

  • Where: All NISD schools

  • When: Varies

    • Elementary 7:40am-3:05pm

    • Middle School 8:50am-4:15pm

    • High School 8:25am-3:50pm

🥹Tears & Cheers Back to School Event
For parents dropping their kids off for the first day of school. Menu will include breakfast charcuterie, mimosas, and Justin Coffee. Register to attend.

  • Where: Justin Coffee 804 W 1st St Justin TX

  • When: 8:00am-11:00am

Tag us in your first day pictures and stories! We love a fresh new beginning.

FINAL THOUGHTS
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