Tag Archives: Houston ISD

Lights. Camera. Lead. HISD spotlights Star Educator Yasmeen Khaliq

A positive and forward-thinking educator, Yasmeen Khaliq approaches her job as principal of Daily Elementary School with an encouraging outlook and believes that every new experience is a learning opportunity. It is this mindset that makes Principal Khaliq this week’s HISD Star Educator.

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HISD announces first-of-its-kind partnership with Chevron to expand Career and Technical Education programming

HISD has announced a new partnership with Chevron Shipping Company LLC (Chevron) to enhance Career and Technical Education (CTE) programming within the District.

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HISD educators honored with Kinder Excellence in Teaching Awards

Two HISD teachers are recipients of this year’s coveted Kinder Excellence in Teaching Awards, which recognizes inventive and effective teaching methods in underserved communities. Alexis Gage, a science teacher at Chavez High School, and Eric Pacheco, a third grade teacher at Rodriguez Elementary, have dedicated their careers to going above and beyond for their students.

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Lights. Camera. Lead. HISD spotlights Star Educator Zaira Gomez

Zaira Gomez is a longtime HISD employee and HISD graduate, serving in many different positions within the District since graduating from Worthing High School 21 years ago. Her loyalty, drive and commitment to increasing academic achievement are what make her this week’s HISD Star Educator.

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Dedicated Food Service Attendant celebrates 50 years with HISD

HISD Nutrition Services employees and leaders gathered at Hobby Elementary School on Wednesday, Sept. 18, to surprise food service attendant Diane Fields in celebration of her 50th year with the District. Senior Executive Director of Nutrition Services Betti Wiggins presented Fields with a certificate of appreciation and an engraved award.

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Lights. Camera. Lead. HISD spotlights Star Educator Bettina McKinney

Bettina McKinney, the proud principal of Highland Heights Elementary School, has led her campus to unprecedented performance gains, and that dedication and hard work are why she’s being recognized as this week’s HISD Star Educator.

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Lights. Camera. Lead. HISD spotlights Star Educator Diego Linares

This week’s Star Educator, Dr. Diego Linares, is a seasoned educator with experience helping schools meet their full potential. When Linares was named principal of Sam Houston Math, Science, and Technology Center High School in 2022, he was more than prepared to help guide the school into a successful future. 

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Lights. Camera. Lead. HISD spotlights Star Educator Stephanie Lugo

Stephanie Lugo, proud principal of McGowen Elementary School, was one of the first principals to acclimate a campus into HISD’s New Education System (NES). The undeniable progress of her students and staff is what makes her this week’s HISD Star Educator.

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Lights. Camera. Lead. HISD spotlights Star Educator Scott Platt

Scott Platt was named principal of Love Elementary this year after completing his principal apprenticeship at Twain Elementary with HISD’s Principal Academy. This veteran teacher-turned-administrator is this week’s HISD Star Educator.

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