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• Portrait of the Owl Feathers - Communication Featured

  The Portrait of the Owl is the driving focus for Hondo ISD. The five feathers integrated into the design provide the flight for our students to be successful in every moment of their lives. Those five feathers are critical thinking, work ethic, communication, literacy, and social-emotional intelligence. At Hondo ISD we believe that these components of education are foundational to the development of our students.<br><br>This video on communication demonstrates how our staff and students at Hondo ISD invest in the practice necessary to support the overall educational development. We are proud to capture those amazing moments at Hondo ISD, and we know that there are many moments that aren't captured on camera but are truly reflective of how we live and breathe communication at our Hondo schools.<br><br>Thank you for being a part of our Hondo ISD community as you watch this district video on the Portrait of the Owl, focusing on communication in our schools.

  Uploaded Feb 23, 2026
• 1:57 2026 School Board Appreciation Month Featured

  To recognize School Board Appreciation Month, the McDowell Middle School Tech Apps class created this video to thank our board members for their dedicated service. Following its debut at the January school board meeting, we are excited to share this tribute which showcases our students' gratitude and the collaborative efforts of our Tech Apps class and their sponsor Mr. Westly Halbadier. This video serves as a heartfelt "thank you" to the men and women who volunteer their time to lead our district. It is because of their vision and support that both our students and staff continue to excel.

  Uploaded Jan 22, 2026
• Portrait of an Owl -- Literacy

  The Portrait of the Owl is the driving focus for Hondo ISD. The five feathers integrated into the design provide the flight for our students to be successful in every moment of their lives. Those five feathers are critical thinking, work ethic, communication, literacy, and social-emotional intelligence. At Hondo ISD we believe that these components of education are foundational to the development of our students.<br><br>This video on literacy demonstrates how our staff and students at Hondo ISD invest in the practice necessary to support the overall educational development. We are proud to capture those amazing moments at Hondo ISD, and we know that there are many moments that aren't captured on camera but are truly reflective of how we live and breathe literacy at our Hondo schools.<br><br>Thank you for being a part of our Hondo ISD community as you watch this district video on the Portrait of the Owl, focusing on literacy in our schools.

  Uploaded Dec 22, 2025
• 1:19 Portrait of an Owl -- Work Ethic

  As we come to the close of the second six weeks, I can’t help but reflect on how far we’ve come since our Opening Day celebration. We began this year with a shared sense of purpose — a commitment to our students, to one another, and to the values that make Hondo ISD such a special place. This six weeks have been packed with moments of celebration, growth, and learning — and yes, a few challenges that have tested our resolve. <br><br>Every time I walk through our campuses, I see the heart of this district in action. It fills me with deep hope and a renewed love For Hondo’s Honor and Glory.<br><br>I can’t wait to see what awaits us as we step into the third six weeks and continue this journey together.<br><br>Superintendent Rose Mary Mares

  Uploaded Nov 10, 2025
• 1:16 Portrait of the Owl -- Critical Thinking

  The first six weeks of the school year have flown by, and that's a testament to the energy, commitment, and care being poured into our campuses every single day!<br><br>We want to express a heartfelt thank you to our entire community—our dedicated staff, supportive parents, and engaged students. Your partnership gives every student the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed.<br><br>As we move into the next six weeks, we'll continue to build on the foundation of our Portrait of an Owl attributes. These attributes are more than just words; they represent the heart of who we are and who we strive to help our students become. Let’s keep that focus together!

  Uploaded Oct 07, 2025
• 1:42 Back to School Message 25-26 Tim Graff
  Uploaded Aug 08, 2025

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