About GOAL
What is goal?
Guys and Girls Operating as Leaders (GOAL) began in 2010 at McMath Middle School as a leadership program for at risk students and has expanded to serve several campuses throughout Denton ISD and neighboring school districts.
Structured around three focuses: Academics, Athletics, and Activism the program offer students free soccer leagues for grades 3-8, student authorship/publishing, leadership, tutoring, service opportunities, and scholarships to program alumni.
Mission
Nurture leadership qualities among language learners and at-risk students through mental, emotional, and physical wellness in a high-trust environment.
Vision
Create a network of socially responsible individuals engaged in strengthening family, school, and community.
BRAGGING RIGHTS
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5 Denton ISD campus Teacher of the Year recipients
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National Association of Bilingual Educators Teacher of the Year
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Professional presentations at: NSBA, TASB, NYAR, TX ASCD, TAGT, TAAE and others
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Featured in Texas School Business “Bragging Rights” ed. 2015-16 Volume LXIII, Issue 3
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Featured TAGT Journal Tempo, Volume XXXVIII, Issue 1, 2017
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Runner up NSBA Magna Awards ASBJ, volume 204, No. 2., April 2017
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Long-standing partnerships with Greek Service Orgs from TWU & UNT
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Long-standing partnerships with area MLS and minor league soccer teams
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Tons of food delivered to local pantries and myriad other comm service projects
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More than $60K in scholarships awarded to program alumni
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6 volumes of student testimonials self-published
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Embedded financial aid for program alumni at NCTC
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Thousands of hours in community service and volunteer work
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Student participants fed and shirted for free at league-wide events throughout the year
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Voter registration, health service, immigration counsel, and vaccine information are available at game sites
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The GOAL Program provides a culturally relevant, safe space for English language learners, at risk students, and their families. Our program values are Familia, Escuela, y Comunidad.
