Region 16 ESC names 2024 School Board of the Year

AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Region 16 announced that the Wellington Independent School District Board of Trustees has been named the 2024 Outstanding School Board of the Year.

According to officials, education service centers across the state nominate school boards in their region for the award.

“The school leaders at Wellington ISD are truly deserving of the 2024 School Board of the Year award,” said Tanya Larkin, Eh.D., Region 16 Executive Director. “Their unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation, combined with visionary leadership, has set a high standard. By prioritizing student success and fostering community engagement, this board has consistently empowered students to reach their full potential.”

Officials said the following criteria was considered when selecting the regional winner:

• Function as a policy-making body;
• Adherence to adopted board policies;
• Support for educational performance;
• Support for education improvement projects and school transformation;
• Commitment to a code of ethics;
• Provision of financial support for the school system;
• Participation in workshops and improvement programs;
• Placement of the welfare of children above personal or political motives;
• Public relation efforts; and
• Maintenance of harmonious and supportive relationship among board members

Officials noted that the Texas Association of School Administrators presents the award. The Wellington ISD Board of Trustees will represent Region 16 in San Antonio at the 2024 TASA/TASB Convention this September.

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