Irving Symphony Orchestra Field Trip – October 12-13
It’s not every day that you hear a full orchestra and see zoo animals at once, but for our fifth and seventh graders, that chance will come next week during a field trip hosted by the Irving Symphony Orchestra. The Irving Symphony will perform an exclusive concert featuring animals from the Fort Worth Zoo. During animal-themed songs, zoo trainers will give lessons on various animals as they appear onstage, and students will also learn about the different instrument families in an orchestra.
Nimitz Farmers Market & Fall Festival – Saturday, October 14
Dress up your ghouls and goblins and bring them to the Nimitz High School FFA Farmers Market and Fall Festival, to be held from 3 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, October 14 at the school. The event includes a pumpkin patch, plant sale, farm animals, vendors, food trucks, trick-or-treating, costume contest and low-cost grooming services. Dogs and kids are welcome.
Alcohol and Drug Awareness Summit – Thursday, October 26
Irving ISD is committed to providing parents and families with information on alcohol and drug trends and invites parents to PUSH (Parents United for Student Health) by attending the second annual Alcohol and Drug Awareness Summit on Thursday, October 26, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Nimitz High School cafeteria (100 W. Oakdale, Irving, TX 75060). This event will include information on alcohol and drug dangers and what parents can do to stop drug use at home and at school. There will also be a panel of experts to address parent concerns. A light dinner will be served, and child care will be available.
Irving Schools Foundation Legacy Gala – Friday, November 17
The Irving Schools Foundation is hosting the 7th annual Legacy Gala on Friday, November 17, at the Four Seasons Resort and Club (4150 N. MacArthur Boulevard, Irving, TX 75038). Registration and silent auction is at 6:30 p.m., and the program begins at 7:45 p.m. The Legacy Gala supports the Foundation’s scholarship and educational programs for district teachers and students. For more information, contact 972-600-5018 or isf@irvingisd.net.
