The total value of this acreage, buildings, and equipment is approximately $69,000,000. The district patrons passed a bond in the fall of 1994 to build a new intermediate school, a new library, and band hall at the high school, and to provide renovations and improvements at the other campuses. The high school moved into the library and band hall in the fall of 1995. The new Bridge City Intermediate School opened for the beginning of school in the fall of 1996. The district patrons passed a bond issue in the fall of 2001, in the amount of $19.675 million, to build a new high school and to renovate all of the other campuses in the district. This includes the conversion of the current high school into the Bridge City Middle School.

Educational Programs

The most important aspect of the school district is its educational programs. The Bridge City ISD believes that it has the responsibility to offer its students a curriculum that is well balanced, fully developed, and relevant. The principle function of each facet of the school operation is to augment, promote, and facilitate the educational program.

The projected student enrollment in the District for 2007-2008 is approximately 2500 students. The approximate enrollment by campus is: Senior High - 720; Middle - 551; Bridge City Intermediate - 563; Hatton Elementary - 413; Sims Elementary - 234.

Hatton Elementary campus has grades PK-K and Early Education Programs. Sims has 1-2. They both have strong academic programs with G/T programs in Grades 1-2.

The Bridge City Intermediate campus has grades 3-5. It will continue the strong emphasis on academic programs with the G/T program in Grades 3-5.

The Bridge City Middle School has grades 6-8 and operates under a "middle school" philosophy. The Middle School offers a strong required academic program and a varied selection of elective courses. The student council, honor society, and various clubs and organizations are active and provide students with additional learning experiences. It also has a a G/T program in grades 6-8.

The Bridge City High School has grades 9-12. The High School offers a strong required academic program and a comprehensive elective program. Through their selection of courses, students may elect to study vocational programs, become proficient in secretarial and business programs, obtain a general high school educational background with emphasis in areas of interest and aptitude. They may also select a challenging advanced college preparatory program which includes many honor and advanced placement classes. The student council honor society, various clubs and organizations are active and provide students with additional learning experiences.

The Bridge City District, on a district wide basis, operates a state recognized multilevel curriculum program designed to meet the educational needs of each student. Also, a comprehensive Special Education Program is available to assist students with special needs.

The school libraries contain book selections appropriate to the age and interest level of the students and the number of titles exceeds the state acccreditation requirements. The libraries operate as educational resource centers with collections of filmstrips, microfilm, tapes, computers, and the necessary equipment for utilization by students. A certified librarian is assigned to each campus in the district.

Extra-Curricular Activities

The extra-curricular activity program provides a variety of opportunities for secondary students, both boys and girls. The athletic program includes football, basketball, baseball, softball, volleyball, track, tennis, and golf. These activities are supported by excellent facilities. The music activities include the band program that begins at 6th grade and the choral music program beginning at the elementary level.

Students also have the opportunity to participate in Literary and Academic contests. These activities are sponsored by the District and are governed according to the rules of the University Interscholastic League.

Website for information: http://www.uil.texas.edu

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