County school boards are often treated to downhome cooking, but in January it’s a given during School Board Recognition Month.
It’s an opportunity to show appreciation for the individuals who give their time and attention to uplifting public education and representing their community in the guidance of their schools.
“School trustees voluntarily tackle the job of governing school districts and do so in a manner that shows what it means to be unwavering in their commitment to the schoolchildren they serve,” said Dan Troxell, TASB executive director. “While board members come from different backgrounds and live different lives, they collectively come together with the common goal to support students.”
More than 7,000 men and women serve on local Texas school boards, the largest group of locally elected officials in the state. In addition to participating in regular school board meetings, trustees also serve as ambassadors and advocates for their school districts in their local communities as well as in Austin. Trustees work long hours attending meetings, collaborating with educators and community members, and making difficult decisions that affect the lives of all students and families.
“School Board Recognition Month is an opportunity for TASB and fellow Texans to show trustees how much we appreciate their work, leadership, and commitment to improving our schools,” said Rolinda Schmidt, TASB President. “Our trustees receive no compensation yet dedicate their time and talents toward a common goal for the 5.5 million schoolchildren in Texas.”
Throughout DeWitt County parent groups and students have honored their boards this month with special projects, thank you notes and homemade dinners.
