As we welcome in 2012, we look forward
to another successful year and are prepared to meet the challenges it brings.
Wimberley
Independent School District is known throughout the state for our academic
excellence and successful extra-curricular programs. This tradition of success is an expectation
among our students, parents and community.
This tradition also attracts many families living in surrounding
districts who want their children to experience this level of success. WISD’s open/free transfer policy has allowed
these families the opportunity to join us in our endeavors of success.
This year brings new
challenges with the implementation of a new state accountability system. The
State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness (STAAR) will replace the
current TAKS test for grades 3 through 8 while 9th grade students
begin taking the End of Course (EOC) exams as part of the new graduation
requirements. This is a more rigorous system, structured on college readiness
knowledge and skills. Our administrative
team and faculty continue making necessary adjustments to our curriculum to ensure
alignment with the new standards. In addition, we are committed to providing
our teachers the training necessary to successfully implement instructional
strategies to best address the new standards.
As you know, the
other challenge facing school districts across the state is the Legislative
decision to cut state funding for public education by $4 billion over this next
biennium. We implemented a budgetary plan which addresses the $2.4 million WISD
will be cut while ensuring the quality of instruction will not be affected and continue
guaranteeing every classroom has a quality
teacher. As stated in the Wimberley Independent School District Mission we are
committed to, “Empowering dreams through educational excellence.”
On
behalf of the Board of Trustees, we encourage you to become involved in your
child’s education. The continued success of Wimberley ISD depends on working
together. We welcome you to visit campuses or the district
office to see the wonderful things happening and discover how you can be a part of WISD
success in 2011-2012 and beyond!
Sincerely,
Dwain
York