Celebrating 125 Years of VISD: The Role of Maintenance Department in Our Local Schools

The Victoria Independent School District (VISD) is marking its 125th anniversary, a notable event in its history that started in 1898. The VISD Maintenance Department has been a key part of this journey, maintaining the district's campuses and facilities, and impacting the quality of education for students.

In the beginning, there was no maintenance department. It was only in 1906 that a school maintenance tax was passed, despite opposition from Victoria's citizens. By 1968, the Maintenance Department had expanded to 38 staff members with roles such as plumbers, electricians, and heating experts. They installed facilities like chalkboards, electrical connections, and aluminum bleachers in the football stadium.

Currently, the VISD Maintenance Department has about 75 employees skilled in various areas, including carpentry, painting, plumbing, landscaping, and electrical work. The department's effectiveness is shown in the number of work orders completed - 11,588 in the 2022-23 school year and 2,572 as of December 1, 2023, in the current school year.

The VISD, covering 606 square miles and 821 acres of land, includes campuses, facilities, athletic fields, and agricultural farms. The growth of the Maintenance Department mirrors VISD's dedication to providing a safe and suitable learning environment for its students.

The VISD Maintenance Department continues to ensure the schools are safe, functional, and suitable for learning. Their hard work has contributed to the district's success, and they are expected to continue to do so in the future.

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