Houston Academy Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary

Houston Academy recently celebrated the campus’ 10-year anniversary.

Guests included Mrs. Jewell Houston, the campus’ namesake; and Roy Malonson, owener/publisher of the African American News and a leader in the Acres Homes community. Aldine ISD Trustees and district administrators also attended the celebration.

The program included guest speakers, musical entertainment, and a dance performance. After the program, guests enjoyed a reception.

According to Denise Gaudiano, magnet curriculum specialist and fine arts chair at the campus, everyone had a good time.

“I heard so many positive comments from guests,” Gaudiano said. “A great time was had by all.”

Pictured (l-r) are Dr. Todd Davis, area superintendent for Eisenhower/Carver school; Mark Mitchell, Shirley Ann Malonson, Dr. Wanda Bamberg, superintendent of schools; AISD Trustee Rick Ogden, Mrs. Ruby Allen, AISD Trustees Steve Mead and Merlin Griggs, Roy Malonson, Ruby Allen, principal at the campus; former AISD Trustee Marine Jones, and Jason Spencer, assistant superintendent of community and governmental relations.