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Mission
our
To create and support partnerships that ensure educational success
and workforce readiness in our community.
Partnerships will:
• foster values and skills that lead to educational success
and productive citizenship;
• provide curriculum support and experiences relevant
to current and emerging careers;
• support continuous professional development for
principals, faculty and staff.
a word from
Our Superintendent
Dear Waco ISD Supporter:
Public schools have been described as the bedrock of American
society. With that in mind, Waco ISD takes very seriously its
role in preparing Waco’s future generations of leaders and
highly-skilled workers. But without community involvement,
it would be extremely difficult to meet the expectations and
requirements to carry out this mission. I can think of no better
example of the power of collaboration than the Waco ISD
Adopt-A-School Program.
awareness, field trips, special programs or mentoring, your
involvement on our campuses is making a difference for
thousands of children.
For almost three decades, the Adopt-A-School Program
has been an educational fabric connecting schools with
businesses, industries and organizations. Today, Waco ISD is
truly fortunate to have more than 200 partnerships helping its
students succeed.
Together we are cultivating Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow.
We value the experience, skills and talents each partnership
brings to the District. Whether through tutoring, career
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Thank you for investing in the Waco ISD Adopt-A-School
Program. I truly believe your investment will pay great
dividends in the future as together we make Waco a great
place to live, work and play.
Sincerely,
Bonny Cain, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
a word from
Our Chamber
To Greater Waco’s Partners in
Education­–
Your longstanding support of the Partners in
Education Adopt-A-School program is meaningful,
and deeply appreciated. Your participation in the
Adopt-A-School program reflects far more than a
desire to improve our region’s workforce. It shows
that you care deeply about the young people in our
community, and are committed to helping them
become productive and successful adults.
Your participation in the Adopt-A-School program also sends a powerful message
to our educators, school leaders, and parents. It shows that the business
community supports them and stands with them as they strive to educate and
prepare our students for the future. It shows that you care deeply about them, as
well.
The Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce is strongly committed to strengthening
and growing its education and leadership development programs, and will
endeavor to identify and launch appropriate new initiatives that will compliment
efforts to increase graduation rates and prepare our students for the jobs of
tomorrow.
As we look ahead, the Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce will seek to expand
the business community’s engagement in our schools, and our work will be done
in a collaborative manner with all appropriate partners.
Again, thank you for your dedication to improving our children and schools.
Sincerely,
Matthew T. Meadors
President and CEO
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Advisory Board
Wes Allison
Extraco Events Center
Jon Engelhardt
Baylor University
Pat Atkins
Tekell & Atkins, LLP
Brett Esrock
Providence Healthcare
Johnny Bledsoe
Sturdisteel
Larry Groth
City Manager, City of Waco
Dr. Bonny Cain
WISD Superintendent
Chris Gutierrez
Texas Commercial & Industrial
Wesley Carter
Cargill
Jim Haller
First National Bank of Central Texas
George Chase
Insurors of Texas
John Hawes III
Brazos River Authority
Sammy Citrano
Georges Restaurant
David Hicks
American Bank
Susan Cowley
The Cowley Group
K. Paul Holt
Assoc. Gen. Contractors, Centex Chapter
Bill Davenport
H-E-B Wooded Acres
Leah Jackson
Baylor University Law School
Cary DuPuy
DuPuy Oxygen
Kent Keahey
Providence Healthcare
WACO ISD DEVELOPMENT &
Community Partnerships
Amber George – Coordinator, Development & Community Partnerships
Krystin Peaslee – Partnership Specialist, Partners in Education & Adopt-a-School
Marion Palomino – Administrative Assistant
Follow partnerships on facebook!
www.facebook.com/WISDPartners
or visit us online
www.wacoisd.org/Partners
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Stewart Kelly
Kelly Realtors
Michael Reitmeier
Jaynes, Reitmeier, Boyd, & Therrell, P.C.
Mike Lee
News Channel 25
Mark Reynolds
Extraco Banks
Russell Livesay
Disciplined Investors, L.L.C.
Glenn Robinson
Hillcrest Health System
Jennifer Manning
Patillo, Brown & Hill
Kathy Schroeder
Jim Stewart Coldwell Banker, Realtors
Lance Martin
L-3 Communications
David Smith
Central National Bank
Johnette McKown
McLennan Community College
Brent Stroman
Waco Police Department
Matthew Meadors
Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce
Elton Stuckley
Texas State Technical College
Don Montgomery
Luminant Power
Larry Todd
MARS Chocolate
Milet Hopping
Waco Housing Authority
Gerald Villareal
Law Office of Gerald Villareal
adopt-a-school
Past Presidents
Bill Nesbitt 1985 - 1987
Jim Stewart 1987 - 1989
Tom Chase 1989 - 1991
David Horner 1991 - 1993
Terry Irwin 1993 - 1995
Bob Chambers 1995 - 1996
Larry Jaynes 1996 - 1998
Tom Chase 1998 - 2001
Terry Preuninger 2001 - 2003
Steve Cates 2003 - 2005
Jim Haller 2005 - 2007
Johnny Bledsoe 2007 - 2008
Elisa Rainey
Junior League of Waco
George Chase 2008 - 2010
Jim Haller - Current President
2012-2013
WACO ISD
Board of Trustees
Pat Atkins – President
Allen Sykes - Vice President
Angela Tekell - Secretary
Cary DuPuy
Norman Manning
Larry Perez
Alex Williams
PARTNERS
IN EDUCATION
Steering Committee
Jim Haller - President
Johnny Bledsoe
Dr. Bonny Cain
George Chase
Leah Jackson
Stewart Kelly
Matthew Meadors
Glenn Robinson
Elton Stuckly
GREATER WACO
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Executive Committee
Ed Page – H-E-B District Office
Michael Reitmeier – Jaynes, Reitmeier, Boyd & Therrell
Glenn Robinson – Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center
Tate Christensen – Barsh Company
Stewart Kelly – Kelly Realtors
Matthew Meadors – Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce
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The success of Waco’s Adopt-a-School
program is a result of its simplicity
and flexibility. Each partnership
is unique and activities are planned
based on the needs and resources
of those involved. Adopt-a-School
activities typically fit into
these general categories:
{ general Categories of Activities
adult-student connection
Any type of activity that provides a time which adults and children may interact creates a valuable connection between
students and volunteers. Waco students need positive, responsible, adult role models and friends in their lives. The Adopt-aSchool program accomplishes this through things like mentoring, tutoring, pen pals and lunch buddies.
incentives/motivation
This category includes incentives or awards for academic achievement, attendance, or proper behavior. Incentives can be
very simple items like letters or certificates, or they can be as involved as a schoolwide event. These activities help provide the
support system children need to be successful. Teacher recognition and appreciation is also included in this category.
workforce development
These partnership activities provide children with an awareness of the world of work and experiences that prepare them for
it. This category includes career speakers, job fairs, application skills, interviewing skills, and actual work site experience. The
activities help students develop a sense of work ethic and expectations of responsibility, both personally and in preparation for
future jobs.
community service
The children in Waco schools need to learn that they are part of the community in which they live, have a responsibility to the
community, and can give back to the community. Most students have never had this role modeled for them, so it is important
for every partnership to plan some type of community service project with at least part, if not all, of the children in their school.
reciprocal activities
For a partnership to be truly vibrant, the activities and support should flow in both directions. Waco ISD has a lot to give
and it is important that schools are given opportunities to do things for their partners. Making birthday or holiday cards for
employees or presenting a choir performance at the business’s office are great ways the schools can give back. This category
requires some creative thinking, but it is an essential and very rewarding part of the partnership program.
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Partnerships
adopt-a-school
in a single six weeks’ time period, students
Terrific Kids, BUG’s (Bringing Up Grades) and
Kiwanis Club of Waco Seniors
and Parkdale Elementary
learned about character development and
K-Kid’s. As you can see from the description
positive reinforcement helped produce
of activities, this organization involves itself
Motivated to Learn -
results inside and out of the classroom. The
in every way possible to ensure student
Kiwanis Club certainly exemplifies excellence
success.
Award of Excellence:
The Award of Excellence is an honor given to
the single Waco ISD partner that addresses
all facets of campus and organization needs.
The students of Parkdale know who the
Kiwanis Club of Waco Seniors are because
they are a well established partnership
that offer a variety of ways for students to
succeed. Because of this group more than 70
students brought up their grades at Parkdale
as a partner with Parkdale Elementary and
sets the standard for how other organizations
can make meaningful contributions to the
lives of students in Waco. The Kiwanis
members desire to see all students succeed,
and they are willing to do what it takes to
ensure this happens by offereing the students
three different programs to work towards;
Because
One
partnership can,
and will make a
difference.
Outstanding Business Coordinator:
Doug Hill, Atmos Energy and Crestview
Elementary
Friendship and Leadership This year’s outstanding business coordinator needs few
introductions. Last year’s award of excellence winner and the
recipient of the Texas Education Agency’s Employers of Excellence
in Education award, Mr. Doug Hill from Atmos Energy. Faculty, staff
and students at Crestview Elementary benefit from Mr. Hill’s ideas
and creative planning daily. Atmos Energy implements Boys to Men
luncheons, Tea Time Appreciation, and under the direction of Mr.
Hill, Atmos employees adopted a teacher’s classroom and served
weekly helping out wherever needed. Mr. Hill leads by example. His
actions encourage everyone.
Outstanding Volunteer:
Victor Dupart, St. Louis Catholic Church and
Provident Heights Elementary
Math in the Real World Committed, hard-working and dedicated are only a few words used
to describe Mr. Dupart. Others have also used the words selfless,
caring, and creative and the list could go on and on. Mr. Dupart has
been volunteering his time, donating his resouces and sharing life
experiences with Waco ISD students for more than 17 years now.
Believing students need concrete objects to reinforce mathematical
concepts, Mr. Dupart has made and donated approximately 700
wooden abacuses to each student he works with. He has also over
the past four years donated 250 book to the students. He is the very
definition of what it means to give of yourself.
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District
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Applebee’s
Baylor University
Barnes & Noble
Big Brothers Big Sisters
BJ’s Restaurant
Burger King
CASPER
Central National Bank
Child Nutrition Services
City of Waco Fire Department
Communities in School - Heart of Texas
Educators Credit Union
Freebird’s
GEAR UP
Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce
H-E-B District Office
Historic Waco Foundation
Insurors of Texas
Keep Waco Beautiful
Newk’s Express Cafe
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District (cont.)
Peter Piper Pizza
Restoration Haven
Rosa’s Cafe
Sonic Drive-In
Starbucks
The Cooper Foundation
The Waco Foundation
Waco Founder Lions Club
Waco Tennis Association
Waco Tribune-Herlad
Alta Vista
Elementary
Central United Methodist Church
Community Bank & Trust
Englander Container & Display
First Presbyterian of Waco
Meadowbrook Baptist Church
Raising Cane’s
Bell’s Hill
Elementary
Baylor Law School
Bell’s Hill (cont.)
First Baptist Church of Waco
First Central Credit Union
H-E-B S. Valley Mills
U.H.S. Soccer
Brazos High
Credit Recovery
Currently Seeking Partnerships
Brook Avenue
Elementary
Columbus Avenue Baptist Church
Providence Healthcare Network
Waco Community Development
Cedar Ridge
Elementary
City of Waco Fire Station #2
Fuzzy Friends
H-E-B - N. 19th
McLennan Co. Master Gardeners
St. Alban’s Episcopal
Cesar Chavez Middle
Allen Samuels Chevrolet
Amazing Acquisitions, LLC.
H-E-B - S. Valley Mills
Northwest Optimist Club
Right Track Ministries
University Baptist Church
Waco Housing Authority
Veterans Health Care System
Crestview Elementary
Atmos Energy
Grande Communications
H-E-B - Wooded Acres
Waco Founder Lions Club
Dean Highland
Elementary
Child Nutrition Services
City of Waco - Utility Services
Dean Highland Neighborhood Association
Dubl-R Burgers
Fidelity Bank of Texas
H-E-B - Wooded Acres
Highland Baptist Church
Junior League of Waco
Lakeshore Christian Church
Dean Highland (cont.) J. H. Hines
Pattillo, Brown & Hill
Elementary
Richfield Christian Church
Brookview Community Church
Cargill Value Added Meats
G. L .Wiley
Carver Park Baptist Church
Opportunity Center
Collin Street Bakery
Mission Waco
G. W. Carver Middle
Carver Neighborhood Association
McLennan County Health District
Robinson Church of Christ
Subway
Hillcrest PDS
Cameron Park Zoo
City Of Waco Solid Waste
Cogdell United Methodist Church
First National Bank of Central Texas
FlipArt
Home Depot
MARS Chocolate
Indian Spring Middle
Insurors of Texas
NeighborWorks
Doris Miller YMCA
Sanderson Farms
St. Luke A.M.E. Church
World Hunger Relief
Kendrick Elementary
American Income Life
Homewood Suites by Hilton
Incommons Bank
Walmart - Franklin Avenue
Lake Air Montessori
Gourmet Gallery
Lakeshore Estates
Lake Shore United Methodist Church
News Channel 25
Waco Housing Authority
Waco Symphony Orchestra
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Mountainview
Elementary
Allen Samuels Chevrolet
American Bank
Kiwanis Club of Waco
Stilwell Retirement
Texas Sports Hall of Fame
Parkdale Elementary
Central National Bank
Fuddruckers
Johnny Carino’s Italian Kitchen
Kappa Kappa Gamma
Red Lobster
Kiwanis Club of Waco Seniors
“the WELL” @ Community Fellowship
Western Heights Baptist
Westwood Baptist Church
Provident Heights
Elementary
Antioch Community Church
Oak Farms Dairy
St. Louis Social Ministry
Kiwanis Club of Waco Seniors
South Waco
Elementary
Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity
Altrusa Club of Waco
Delta Sigma Theta
Dr Pepper Museum
FlipArt
H-E-B #3 / Speight
Junior League of Waco
Pi Beta Phi
Seventh and James Baptist Church
Tennyson Middle
Baylor - Center for International Education
Bugsdotcom
Extraco Banks
Lakewood Christian Church
Poppa Rollo’s Pizza, Inc.
Shipley’s Do-Nuts
Waca Coca-Cola
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University High &
A. J. Moore Academies
A. J. Moore Alumni Association
Baylor CASA
Filipino Student Assocation - Baylor
Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center
LEAD Program
L-3 Communications
New Road Church of Christ
Texas State Technical College
Waco Police Department
Waco Restaurant Association
Waco High
Carter Bloodcare
City of Waco Fire Department
Community Bank & Trust
Greg May Honda
LEAD Program
McLennan Community College
Richard Karr Motors
VOICE, Inc.
West Avenue
Elementary
Austin Ave. United Methodist Church
Calvary Baptist Church
Greater New Light Baptist Church
Mission Waco Youth Department
SAMS Club
Waco Community Development
Waco Fire Department
World Hunger Relief
Partnerships
? District
Greater Waco Chamber
of Commerce
How many
mentors and
students in
LEAD this year
65 kids, 29 mentors
The Leadership, Education and Development program is a business and dedication
partnership sponsored by the Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce to develop
relationships between business leaders and students for educational improvement and life
success.
The relationships educate and expose high school students to a greater variety
of businesses and career fields. This will improve the students’
knowledge and skills base to motivate them to graduate and pursue
a higher form of education as well as to ensure greater employability
and quality of life.
Twenty-nine mentors and 65 students participated
in the program this school year. A $20,000 scholarship is given to one
of the graduating mentees each year.
Pictured left: LEAD students and their mentors touring the Waco ISD
Administration Building. Pictured above: LEAD students and their
mentors touring the State Capitol in Austin, TX.
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The Greater Waco Education Alliance is the product of many years of planning and efforts from
various education professionals, business interests and community groups representing the Greater
Waco community in support of the critical points of every person’s educational development.
Assumption 1 Ages 0-4:
Assumption 2 Ages 5-8:
Assumption 3 Ages 9-14:
Assumption 4 Ages 14-18:
The most valuable and costeffective time to invest in
education is between birth
and the age of five.
Reading on grade level by
third-grade is critical to future
education success.
Mastering mathematics
fundamentals through
Algebra I
is a minimal requirement for
high school graduation and
postsecondary success.
All students must be prepared
for postsecondary success by
the time of their graduation
from high school.
Community Goal:
Community Goal:
All children will read at grade
level or above by the thirdgrade.
All children reach age five
with the experiences they
need to develop learning
readiness and social skills
critical to success in school
and in life itself.
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Community Goal:
All children will be proficient
in math through Algebra I by
their graduation from high
school.
Community Goal:
All students will be prepared
for postsecondary education
while in high school.
Recent Accomplishments
• Convene a coordinating board comprised of cross-sector leadership to oversee the development and implementation of Alliance
programs and projects.
• Support incoming Executive Director (volunteer) Virgina DuPuy, who will begin working for the Alliance at the conclusion
of her mayoral term.
• Implement recommendations from Early Childhood Quality of Life Index Report to improve parent and community awareness,
outreach to families, and quality child care.
• Refine and expand programs developed by the 11 Stakeholder Groups.
• Engage educators from across the community in refining the strategy and focus of Alliance work.
• Secure five-year funding and a succession plan for the work of the Alliance.
• Continue to work with schools and community to facilitate and support innovative and effective engagement of parents.
Assumption 5 Ages 14-18:
Assumption 6 Ages 14-18:
Assumption 7 Ages 18 and above:
Assumption 8 Ages 18 and above:
All youth must graduate from
high school, overcoming
challenges that discourage
academic engagement.
Parents and students should
be aware of available high
school-to-postsecondary
paths and financial aid
options.
Financial resources should not
be a barrier to postsecondary
success.
The community should
understand the region’s
secondary and postsecondary
success rates and develop
support programs to
encourage the highest rates of
successful completion.
Community Goal:
All students must be
supported and encouraged
to stay in school through
successful high school
graduation.
Community Goal:
All parents and youth will
know about, plan for, and seek
access to postsecondary
options and to financial aid
if needed.
Community Goal:
All parents and youth will
know about, plan for, and
seek access to postsecondary
options and to financial aid
if needed.
Community Goal:
All youth will complete
postsecondary education
leading to chosen career
opportunities.
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Waco ISD
Education Foundation
TALKING POINTS
Why public school foundations are necessary...
Non-profit foundations are used by school districts to help raise money for educational programs that are not covered by school budgets
or tax dollars.
Who runs the Waco ISD Education Foundation?
The Waco ISD Education Foundation is an independent, non-profit corporation governed by a board of directors that strives to provide
funds for creative, educational programs and projects.
How money is raised by the Waco ISD Education Foundation...
Money is raised throughout the year by events, various fundraising drives, memorial and tribute contributions and corporate gifts. This
year, the Waco ISD staff alone raised more than $55,000! This organization is founded on the philosophy that public education can be
endowed through a broad-based system of interested parties such as vendors, local businesses, alumni, parents, teachers and
the community.
• H-E-B Celebrity Cook-Off
A creative solution to education...
The Waco ISD Education Foundation is a creative solution to providing quality education in our community. Your tax-deductible
contribution to the Waco ISD Education Foundation will help raise the power of education…exponentially!
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Visit www.wacoisdfoundation.org to learn more. Call us at (254) 755-9517.
“Advancing excellence in education through creative and innovative community funding.”
The Foundation awards grants to campuses in four focus areas:
The Waco ISD Education Foundation funds creative projects that impact student performance and “raise the power of education” in
Waco schools. Since 1999, the Waco ISD Education Foundation has awarded more than a MILLION dollars in grants to Waco teachers.
• early childhood development
• extended education for staff
Why early childhood?
This area encompasses children from age three through the
third-grade. This area is targeted as a result of research that proves
that this age is crucial in the development of the human brain.
Enhanced programming for advanced
students...
Funding for “at-risk” programs are easy to obtain for students, but
it is the belief of the Waco ISD Education Foundation that advanced
students are just as important.
THE FOUNDATION GRANTED $100,000.
• enhanced programming for advanced students
• emphasis on student performance
Extended education for staff development...
The Waco ISD Education Foundation is formed on the belief that
the most important factor in learning is the teacher. Therefore,
grant money is awarded to help improve the quality of teaching
within the Waco ISD.
Emphasis on student performance...
These funds enable learning strategies that impact student
achievement. The focus is on excellence attained through more
experiences for children, and/or community/parental involvement,
as well as addressing district/campus improvement plans.
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2012-2013 WISD
Outstanding Teachers
Hazel Spinn
Alta Vista
Stephanie Japort
Bell’s Hill
Barry Horst
Brook Avenue
Esperanza Garza
De DeAlva
Cedar Ridge
Aldo Gonzalez
Crestview
Miranda Unger
Dean Highland
Mary Helen Battles
Hillcrest PDS
Casi Alley
J.H. Hines
Blanca Valdez
Kendrick
Laura Bridges
Lake Air Montessori
Shelli Ferris
Mountainview
Andrea Ruiz
Parkdale
Jo Dee Heyduck
Provident Heights
Lisa Plemons
South Waco
Shala Williams
West Avenue
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Patti Goforth
Cesar Chavez
Lorea Johnson, Jr.
G.W. Carver
Wayne Watlington
Indian Spring
Mathew Rambo
Waco High
Karen Hicks
G.L. Wiley
Opportunity Center
Cheryl Martin
Brazos High
WISD Credit Recovery
Rustin Reisinger
Tennyson &
ATLAS
Milton Vasquez
University High
& A.J. Moore
Outstanding Teacher is an annual award given to the Waco ISD educator that best represents
each campus. Each December campus outstanding teachers are honored during the Outstanding
Teacher celebration. Students, coworkers, parents and principals share comments, experiences
and memories about the honorees. It is a very special time to highlight the District’s best.
Honorees then move on to compete to be named Waco ISD’s Outstanding Elementary and
Secondary Teacher of the Year.
Special thanks to our sponsors, Paul & Jane Meyer Family Foundation, Central National Bank,
Insurors of Texas and Richard Karr Motors.
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2012-2013 WISD
Outstanding Educators
Elementary
Teacher of the Year
Secondary
Teacher of the Year
Kendrick Elementary
Waco High
Blanca Valdez
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Mathew Rambo
2012-2013 WISD
Outstanding Principal
Principal
of the Year
Marsha Henry
Parkdale Elementary
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