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Education

Students of the Galveston Bay Area attend schools in the Galveston Independent School District. There are seven elementary schools, four middle schools and three high schools. There are many extracurricular and academic programs that are offered to students. The Accelerated Instruction Model (AIM) is a program that provides a flexible self-paced learning environment for high school students. In AIM, students enjoy a smaller classroom setting with more personalized attention from teachers and individualized counseling.

In addition, Galveston serves as a great college town. Many colleges are based in the area, including Galveston College and Texas A & M. Galveston College is a small, community college that is perfect for technical and professional two year programs. Texas A&M, which is probably one of the best schools in the state, adores its Galveston location.

Economy/Job Market

The economy of Galveston is active due to the fact that it is located very near Houston, is a military base, and is a waterfront city. One of the greatest aspects of Galveston is the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), a huge facility that services the entire county, in addition to playing a role as the major employer on Galveston Island.

The activity of the ports and the thousands of tourists who come to the area each year in search of fun and relaxation support this region’s continuously successful economy. Also contributing to employment rates and the city’s fiscal accomplishments are the nearby Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center (NASA), Boeing, Lockheed, University of Houston Clear Lake Campus, Shell Oil and BP located in the Clear Lake area.

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Attractions/Points of Interest

There is no shortage of things to do in the Galveston area. The Space Center is the third largest tourist attraction in the state of Texas. Theaters, artifacts and many interactive and informative displays amuse children and adults alike. Some of the best restaurants in the United States are in the Houston and Galveston areas. Pride of community and devotion is evident in the careful preservation of the Bay Area’s historic buildings as well as native flora and fauna. Among the area’s loyal annual tourists are several species of migratory birds that stop to rest along the Gulf shore. Galveston County is a registered Bird Sanctuary. Native brown pelicans that were at one time endangered with extinction have been fostered back to a safe number and these birds serve as a sort of mascot for the region. Wildlife and nature preserves can be found in many of the bay’s communities, such as the Armand Bayou Nature Center, which encompasses 2,500 acres and teaches visitors about the plants and animals that inhabit forest, wetland and prairie environments.

The nearby Kemah Boardwalk as well is a popular spot, with 35 acres of fun in the form of rides, games, tantalizing eateries, and attractions like the 50,000-gallon marine life Aquarium Restaurant, numerous gift shops and boutiques, and regular fairs and holiday festivals. The efficient transportation infrastructure and layout of Bay Area communities mean that residents benefit from the same delights visitors do, but without fighting traffic or sacrificing peaceful living. In fact, the charms and delights of these eclectic seaside villages simply number too high to list. Another area attraction is Moody Gardens, a family-oriented amusement park where visitors can swim at Palm Beach, explore the giant Rainforest Pyramid, observe marine life in huge aquariums and see movies at the IMAX 3D theater. Regular festivals and fairs (Dickens on the Strand, Mardi Gras), nature trails, water sports, and numerous other recreational opportunities await visitors and residents alike.

Parks/Recreation

Recreation is a great part of life in Galveston. Golf and tennis communities are abundant, and its many citizens are highly active. The county’s many beaches are a highly popular destination among tourists and locals alike. The R.A. Apffel East Beach Park has a Big Reef Nature Park, an outdoor pavilion, volleyball courts and concerts. The Seawolf Park on Pelican Island is another popular hotspot, which features the USS Cavalla (a WWII submarine), a lighted fishing pier and a three story pavilion. Stewart Beach is a typical beach with playgrounds, picnic areas and snack bars.

Golfing is a way of life in Galveston. The Galveston Island Golf Course is a spectacular course that is currently being renovated with new holes and new facilities for the next eighteen months. In the meantime, citizens have been flocking to the Island Driving Range, another lovely golf course.

There are twelve parks, eleven athletic fields and sixteen tennis courts and recreation centers in Galveston. The recreational centers hold classes year-round, with even more classes held during the summer.

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