Newman Smith
How many Principals has Newman Smith had?
7
What are the feeder schools for Newman Smith HS?
Polk (Used to be Long).
While not 100% certain, most historians believe Carrollton was named after the Illinois hometown of many of its original settlers. What is the name of that city?
Carrollton, Illinois
What are the big Sport Teams: Baseball, Basketball, Football, and Hockey in Texas
Rangers, Astros, Mavericks, Spurs, Rockets, Stars, Cowboys, Texans
How many of the great wonders of the world are in the USA?
1 - The Grand Canyon
What year did Newman Smith Open?
1975
How many traditional, comprehensive high schools are currently in CFBISD, and what are their names?
FOUR!!! : Creekview, Newman Smith, R.L. Turner, and Ranchview. (Note: The district also operates Early College High School on the Brookhaven campus.)
Carrollton is unique among North Texas suburbs because its city limits span across portions of which three counties?
Dallas, Denton, & Collin Counties
What is the farthest driving distance, from point to point, in Texas?
Texline to Brownsville (approx. 900+ miles)
How many us presidents have been assassinated?
Four sitting U.S. presidents have been killed: Abraham Lincoln (1865), James A. Garfield (1881), William McKinley (1901), and John F. Kennedy (1963).
What sport was the last to win a State Championship?
Track
Aniya Bigam: 100 & 200
What are the Mascots for the MS & HS?
Bears, Falcons, Vikings, Panthers, Eagles, Longhorns, Rattlers, Bobcats, Lions, Trojans, Mustangs, Wolves
Who is the Mayor of Carrollton?
Mayor Steve Babick
Texas is famously known by what nickname, which is also represented by a single star on the state flag?
The Lone Star State
Which U.S. President holds the record for the shortest time in office, serving for only 31 days after giving a nearly two-hour-long inauguration speech in the freezing rain?
William Henry Harrison
How many faculty members are there at Newman Smith High School? (within 10)
141
DeWitt Perry Middle School sits on land donated in 1915 by its namesake. Before becoming a middle school in 1962, what was this campus originally known as?
It was the original Carrollton High School. It was renamed DeWitt Perry Junior High when the "new" R.L. Turner High School opened in 1962.
Which legendary Olympic sprinter, known for his gold medals in the 200m and 400m, was born and raised in Carrollton and attended school in the area?
Michael Johnson.
Before joining the United States in 1845, Texas existed as its own independent country for nearly 10 years. What was the official name of this sovereign nation?
The Republic of Texas
Which state produced the most US presidents?
Virginia... (8)
How many Phases are there in the new construction plans?
12
While the district's name features two cities, it actually serves portions of six different North Texas municipalities. Can you name all six?
Carrollton, Farmers Branch, Addison, Coppell, Dallas, and Irving.
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When was Carrollton, TX established formally as a city?
(Month, day, year)- Within 5 years.
June 14, 1913
During what period was TX completely underwater?
During the Cretaceous Period (~100–66 million years ago) and the Permian Period (~260 million years ago),
That's why there are no basements in TX...
Who is the most famous politician to visit Newman Smith High School in Carrollton, TX
President-elect Barack Obama in 2008.