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Weatherford ISD Receives Teacher Incentive Allotment Approval

The Weatherford Independent School District is proud to announce that its Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) designation system has been validated by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and is approved.

The Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) is a program created by the 86th Texas Legislature as part of House Bill 3 to assist districts with recruiting, supporting, and retaining highly effective teachers in all schools, with a special emphasis on high-needs and rural schools.

“I am so proud of our staff for their perseverance throughout Weatherford ISD’s three-year process to become a TIA designated district," said Dr. Beau Rees, Superintendent of Schools at Weatherford ISD.
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WISD Going Green Initiative

The “Going Green” initiative in Weatherford ISD is saving dollars! Our energy efficiency program has resulted in over $2.7 million in cost savings and cost avoidance of utility expenses since August 2019.

In addition to internal processes designed to save energy, Weatherford ISD has worked closely with Cenergistic engineers, experts, and energy specialists to audit and optimize energy using systems across the district to achieve healthier, more energy efficient buildings.

“Our school board is committed to being fiscally responsible and that includes the effective and efficient use of utilities,” said Dr. Beau Rees, Superintendent of Schools. “Going Green in Weatherford ISD has resulted in a long-standing cost savings and is a direct result of the efforts of our staff to follow processes that help us conserve energy across the district.”
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Weatherford ISD Mourns the Loss of Chuck Fredrikson

Weatherford ISD mourns the loss of Chuck Fredrikson, recently retired Weatherford High School Computer Animation teacher and current substitute, who passed away on Friday, March 8, 2024.

Following an outstanding career in the private sector, Chuck began teaching at Weatherford High School in January 2002 where he was focused on changing lives, uplifting the community, and enjoying the growth and success of students. He was the recipient of the Superintendent’s Heart Award in 2015, and in 2019, he was named the WHS Teacher of the Year and the WISD Secondary Teacher of the Year. Mr. Fredrikson retired at the end of the 2023 school year, then returned this year as an active substitute. He was greatly admired as a teacher by his students and colleagues.

A Celebration of Life for Chuck Fredrikson will be held on Saturday, March 16th at 1:00 pm in the Durant Auditorium at Weatherford High School.
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Weatherford ISD Mourns the Loss of Marilyn Ross

Weatherford ISD mourns the loss of school custodian Marilyn Ross who passed away following a brief battle with cancer.

Marilyn was a beloved staff member in our District. She joined the Weatherford ISD family in August 2013 and worked at Crockett, Seguin, the Ninth Grade Center, and Weatherford High School. Marilyn also worked many of our District and special events including Friday Nights at Kangaroo Stadium, athletic events at the Activity Center and at Weatherford High School, and the Education Foundation’s A Taste for Education fundraiser.

Marilyn was always willing to go the extra mile to make sure things were done right. She built relationships with our staff and helped so many events run smoothly. More importantly, she was a huge part of our school community and touched the lives of many staff and students.

A celebration of her life will be on March 16 from 12pm-4pm at the Weatherford Ninth Grade Center.

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