Published On: December 10th, 2025By Ashley Brown

Aldine ISD Celebrates Achievements and Legacy at the 2025 State of the District

The district hosted its annual State of the District Breakfast on Wednesday, Dec. 3, at the Aldine ISD Community Center. It was time to celebrate, reflect, and bring together nearly 200 people for one purpose: Aldine ISD.

The event gathers Aldine students, district leaders, business leaders, and community partners to highlight district achievements, share updates, and discuss future plans.

“I am proud of the direction our district is moving,” said Aldine ISD Board President Dr. Kimberley Booker. “Our mission is clear and shared: to ensure every student graduates with choices and opportunities. That commitment guides every decision we make, from every policy, every budget and every initiative.”

Aldine ISD’s Board of Trustees reached a historic milestone, becoming the first school board in Texas to earn a 100% Master Trustee designation from the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB). All seven members completed TASB’s yearlong leadership program. Because this achievement is so rare, TASB honored the board with its inaugural Legacy Award. State Reps. Armando Walle, Charlene Ward Johnson, and Charles Cunningham presented a proclamation recognizing the achievement during the event.

Superintendent Dr. LaTonya M. Goffney shared her excitement as she celebrated the district’s progress and expressed her heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has played a part in Aldine’s journey.

“There is no better way to start the day than by being here with you all,” said Dr. Goffney. The work we accomplish couldn’t be done without the support of our Board of Trustees, our community stakeholders, my Executive Leadership Impact Team, and our elected officials. I also want to thank our students, staff, and the community for their unwavering support and dedication.”

District leaders shared updates on student achievement, curriculum, choice schools, the Bond 2023, The Aldine Promise, and more. Aldine’s notable achievements include the largest reading gains among grades 3-8 in Region 4, which includes many of Texas’ most competitive districts. The district also increased the number of A/B schools and reduced the number of D/F schools.

Children at Risk, a nonprofit research and advocacy group, recognized Aldine Young Women’s Leadership Academy, Blanson CTE High Schools, and Thompson Elementary School as top-performing schools in Greater Houston. Several Aldine teachers earned Teacher Incentive Allotment designations, totaling $7.6 million in incentives. The district continues to expand opportunities for students through more than 30 choice schools, offering programs in fine arts, engineering, career and technical education, and more.

These accomplishments are among many Aldine celebrated over the past year.

This year’s State of the District event was especially meaningful as the district marks its 90th anniversary. The #AldineStory has become popular in the community, sharing stories from the past and present. Guests had a chance to revisit student highlights from the past year and hear the inspiring #AldineStory of David and Roberta Lindeen.

Several of the Superintendent’s Student Ambassadors played key roles at the event as hosts and greeters and joined Dr. Goffney for a student panel discussion focused on students’ experiences, leadership, and their hopes for Aldine’s future. Before the program began, MacArthur High School Jazz Band and Reece Academy Violins performed, showcasing Aldine’s student talent.

“Thank you for your continued support. Together, we are building a stronger future for every student, including all of us,” said Logan Haagenson-Jiménez, a MacArthur High School senior and student ambassador.