Jourdanton in Atascosa County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

Jourdanton Independent School District

Photographed by James Hulse, August 29, 2021

1. Jourdanton Independent School District Marker

Inscription. From a tiny school to an official, recognized single campus concept, the Jourdanton Independent School District has remained dedicated to education and community. In the early 20th century, county schools such as the Hilburn School northwest of Jourdanton served the area. Soon the growing enrollment and need for teachers prompted the community to appeal to the legislature. In 1911, the state legislature authorized the creation of the Jourdanton Independent School District, the first in Atascosa County. Residents quickly passed a bond election to build a school and park system. A three-story brick building was erected in the center of Jourdanton. A football field and high school building were added on adjoining lots. In 1938, a gymnasium was completed with assistance from the Works Progress Administration. To accommodate a growing district, a new campus was constructed on the southern edge of town in 1953 where it remains today.

Over the decades, Jourdanton Independent School District overcame many obstacles. With the outbreak of World War I and II, the school lost educators and administrators to military service and assisted the war effort by holding war bond drives on campus. Many students from the district attended colleges and then returned to teach the next generation of students. Other graduates have gone on to become chefs, lawyers, researchers, writers, and athletes. Through commitment to education and achievement, Jourdanton Independent School District has cemented its reputation for excellence for a vibrant and growing community.
175 Years of Texas Independence 1836 - 2011

Erected 2011 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 17017.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. A significant historical year for this entry is 1911.

Location. 28° 54.604′ N, 98° 32.465′ W.

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Marker is in Jourdanton, Texas, in Atascosa County. It is at the intersection of Zanderson Avenue (State Highway 16) and Plum Street, on the left when traveling north on Zanderson Avenue. The marker is located south of the front entrance to the Jourdanton High School. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 200 Zanderson Avenue, Jourdanton TX 78026, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the Hill Country

and in the San Antonio Metropolitan Area.

Globally, it is in North America,

a Gulf of Mexico state,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain,

the Republic of Texas,

and one of the Confederate States of America.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: First Baptist Church of Jourdanton (about 800 feet away, measured in a direct line); Jourdanton United Methodist Church (approx. half a mile away); Jourdanton City Cemetery (approx. half a mile away); Atascosa County (approx. 0.7 miles away); Martin Abstract Company (approx. 0.7 miles away);

The Jourdanton Independent School District Marker by the high school image. Click for full size.

Photographed by James Hulse, August 29, 2021

2. The Jourdanton Independent School District Marker by the high school

Revolutionary War Patriots (approx. 0.7 miles away); a different marker also named Atascosa County Courthouse (approx. 0.7 miles away); Old Atascosa County Jail (approx. 0.8 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Jourdanton.

Another marker is no longer nearby. Atascosa County Courthouse (was approx. 0.6 miles away but has been confirmed missing).

The view of the Jourdanton Independent School District Marker from the high school parking lot image. Click for full size.

Photographed by James Hulse, August 29, 2021

3. The view of the Jourdanton Independent School District Marker from the high school parking lot

Credits. This page was last revised on September 1, 2021. It was originally submitted on September 1, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 457 times since then and 54 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on September 1, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.