⭐️ Please join us in congratulating Principal Kellie Raymond from Dripping Springs ISD for being ESC Region 13's Star of the Month! ⭐️
Kellie was nominated by one of our instructional coaches, Angela Buckingham. When asked to describe how Kellie is making a positive impact, Angela wrote, "Kellie brings joy, strong leadership, organization, and clarity as principal of Dripping Springs Elementary. She is a model for how principals can take a coaching approach to partner with teachers. The students, teachers, and community love her! I am constantly in awe at how she balances it all with the appearance of ease, and she gives me hope for all leaders in education."
#our13story
This month, the Prize Patrol traveled north to Taylor ISD to surprise Carl Caldwell, Transportation Coordinator with the November Star of the Month award! ⭐️
Lance Weidler, Chief Operations Officer, shared, "What truly sets Carl apart is his passion for supporting students. He believes that safe and reliable transportation is a vital component of educational success. Carl actively engages with school communities to understand their needs and is always looking for ways to improve the transportation experience for students and their families. His approachable nature and willingness to listen foster strong relationships with staff, parents, and students alike."
🧑🏭 𝐂𝐓𝐄 𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐓𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓: 𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆
DSISD is excited to next highlight the welding program at Dripping Springs HS. It is a rapidly growing CTE pathway where students are able to work on a variety of projects and develop the skills needed for today's workforce. #iamDSISD
Texas public schools have had to adjust their tight budgets as new legislation requires updates to school grounds while providing little funding to support the changes.
Read the full article at https://t.co/quQ1beb0E5
Being a life long Republican - is very sad that our Governor simply has to continue to bash our public education professionals. We get it -your wealthy donor in Pennsylvania wants vouchers. But please stop denigrating our teachers, bus drivers, admin and staff @GovAbbott
DSISD board vice president Mary Jane Hetrick has been reelected to a three-year term on the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) Board of Directors, representing TASB Region 13, Position B. Hetrick was also elected to serve as 2nd vice president. Congratulations! #iamDSISD
As summer facility improvements continue, many districts are allocating federal ESSER dollars to install air purification technology. FYI - districts have until April 2026 to spend their rescue plan funds.
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Saddened to continue to see public school educators being attacked, especially as they enthusiastically await and prepare to begin a new school year.
I've been an educator since 2002, and I've never witnessed any woke agendas. What is taught are the TEKS ~ those are the basics of learning that come from TEA.
Tonight I'll be lifting all of my fellow public educators in prayer as we continue to be demonized. God bless #txed. #PublicEducation #teachers
At ProtectED, we are proud to spotlight our incredible partners who are leading the charge in creating healthier environments for their students. Join us in applauding @NobleLocal_SD's relentless commitment to improving indoor air quality!
The 2023 Bond includes projects to serve the district's growing population, capital improvements and renovations for DSISD's oldest campuses, security updates, & more.
Watch this video to learn more: https://t.co/hh6BzVcowl
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Outdoor air is full of allergens, but did you know indoor air quality can often be worse? When school administrators are dealing with students who have asthma and allergies, they should take steps to ensure that all classrooms have healthy air.
Trustees Ron Jones & Barbara Stroud were sworn in for new terms on the DSISD Board by JP John Burns. Ms. Stroud was elected board president, Dr. Mary Jane Hetrick was chosen to continue as vice president, and Shannon O’Connor was selected to continue as secretary. #iamDSISD
October is National Principals Month and we'd like to recognize each of our 7 principals, starting with Dripping Springs Elementary Principal Kellie Raymond, now in her sixth year leading that campus and her 14th with DSISD. Thanks, Kellie, for your dedication to DSE! #iamDSISD
DSISD staff helped to check out technology for families who needed a device for students to do remote learning. Thanks to parents for filling out survey and thanks to today's helpers! #iamDSISD