News and Announcements

The Weatherford ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved Kelsey Smith as principal for Austin Elementary and Jaclyn Lisle as principal for Crockett Elementary at their Special Meeting held on November 28, 2017. Mrs. Smith replaces Jenny Morris who recently accepted the position of Director of Community Education. Mrs. Lisle replaces Marie Hernandez who recently accepted the position of Director of Assessment.

Kelsey Smith graduated from Weatherford High School in 2005. After completing her Bachelor of Arts in Education from Tarleton State University she returned to WISD as a teacher at Austin Elementary in 2010. Mrs. Smith has served as assistant principal at the same location since 2013. She holds a Master of Educational Leadership from American College of Education. Mrs. Smith and her husband, Ro, have one daughter.

Mrs. Smith said, “I am honored and feel very privileged to be named Principal of Austin Elementary. Being a Weatherford native and a product of the Weatherford ISD system, I am excited to give back to the school system that helped mold and grow me into the educator and professional I am today. Austin Elementary is a great place for kids and I will strive to continue the tradition of excellence Jenny Morris has established in the years past.”

Jaclyn Lisle began her career in Weatherford ISD as a kindergarten teacher at Austin Elementary in 2004. In 2008, she became the school counselor at Martin Elementary and since 2013 has served as their assistant principal. Mrs. Lisle holds a Bachelor of Science in Education from Texas Tech University and a Master of Education in Counseling from Tarleton State University. Jaclyn has two sons who attend Weatherford ISD schools.

Mrs. Lisle said, “I am humbled and excited to have been selected as the principal of Crockett Elementary. I look forward to bringing my lifelong learning, passion for children, and heart to continue in the academic excellence of our district.”

Please join us in congratulating Kelsey Smith and Jaclyn Lisle on their new positions!

The Lady Roos will be in the Regional Tournament Friday, November 10, 2017 as they take on Hebron High School at Tiger Arena in Glen Rose, TX. The match is scheduled to start at 8:00 pm and tickets will be $8 for adults and $5 for students (cash only).

Weatherford ISD Campuses Honor Veterans with Special Events
 
Austin Elementary will have two Veterans Day assemblies on Friday, November 10.  Grades 2, 4, and 5 will have a performance at 9:30 am.  Students in kindergarten, 1st, and 3rd grades will perform at 1:45 pm. Both programs will feature songs and student essays to honor Veterans Day.
 
Crockett Elementary will have a program at 8:30 am on Friday, November 10 featuring short plays and songs to honor veterans. At the conclusion of the program, they will present a slideshow honoring those who served. Students will then line the hallways to cheer for and show appreciation to the veterans at their campus.
 
Curtis Elementary will be host a breakfast to honor veterans on Friday, November 10 from 8:00-9:00 am.
 
Ikard Elementary honored veterans with an evening program on Tuesday, November 7.
 
Martin Elementary will have programs at 9:00 and 9:45 am featuring students performing musical acts and readings. Retired Senior Chief U. S. Navy, Brian Grogan, will serve as a guest speaker. Students have also have created a "Hall of Honor" to recognize family members and loved ones that have served.
 
Seguin Elementary will host two programs to honor veterans on Friday, November 10. At 8:30 am, students in grades 1, 3, and 5 and choir will perform.  Students in grades pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, 2nd, 4th, and choir will give a performance at 9:30 am. A reception in the library will follow both performances.
 
Wright Elementary will host their annual Veterans Day parade Friday, November 10 beginning at 9:00 am. The parade consists of floats created by students to honor our veterans. At the conclusion of the parade, there will be a program in the cafeteria followed by a reception in the library.
 
Students at Hall Middle School will have invited family members who are veterans to attend a Veterans Day assembly at 9:30 am on Friday, November 10. 
 
Weatherford High School’s Student Council will host a Veterans Day breakfast on Friday, November 10 at 8:30 am for veterans of WHS to honor them for their service.

Daylight Saving Time ends at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 5. “Fall back” one hour Sunday morning. Enjoy an extra hour of sleep this weekend and be sure to change the time on any clocks that have to be adjusted manually.

The Lady Roos will continue their playoff run Thursday night when they take on Eastwood High School in the area round of the state tournament. The game is scheduled to start at 6:00 pm at Andrews High School in Andrews, TX. Tickets may be purchased at the game: Adults $5, Students $3.

WHS VOLLEYBALL PLAYOFF GAME VS ARLINGTON HS
Monday, October 30, 2017

LOCATION: Galbreath Gymnasium, Joshua TX
909 S Broadway St, Joshua, TX 76058
TIME: 6:30 PM
TICKET PRICES:
ADULT - $5 / STUDENT- $3

Grab your family, friends, and co-workers for a great evening of fun, fellowship, and food tasting hosted by our Weatherford ISD Education Foundation! Sample the culinary delights of up to 50 local school and community/business leaders. Tickets are just $40 each and may be purchased at https://wisdef.eventbrite.com .

We are thrilled to announce that our Executive Director of Organizational Culture, Charlotte LaGrone, was awarded the Athena Leadership Award at the Weatherford Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet! This award is presented to a woman who demonstrates professional excellence, community service, and contributes time and energy to improve the quality of life of others.

We are very proud of Charlotte and the work she does for Weatherford ISD and our community!

Please click on the headline for the 2017 schedule of homecoming events.

It's time for us to gather your input regarding the 2018-2019 school calendar. Please take a few minutes to respond to the survey link below. Once we receive the survey data, we will create 2-3 draft calendars. We will then give you an opportunity to vote on the calendar that you feel best meets the needs of our students, staff, and community. Ultimately, the Board of Trustees will consider this feedback in approving a calendar for the 2018-2019 school year.

Please click on the headline for the survey link. We will accept surveys until October 9, 2017.

Weatherford ISD and the Parker County Hospital District have teamed up to offer flu shot clinics to students, staff, and families. On Wednesday, September 20, from 4-7 pm Weatherford ISD will host a shot clinic for family and friends at the Ninth Grade Center campus. For more information on campus flu shot clinics, please click on the headline.