School Namesake:
Thomas L. Hatchett, Sr. Elementary School, the school formerly called the “Westlakes area” school is named for long-time Leon Valley ES, Jones MS, and Jay HS teacher. He served on the School Board for four years. Hatchett retired following a 22-year long career. He was very active in neighborhood associations and other community groups and was a lifelong advocate for all children.
Mr. Hatchett passed away on August 30, 2003. He is survived by his wife, Bettye, and their four children, all graduates of Jay HS.
School Colors: Blue and Silver
School Mascot: Hurricane

School Song:
We're the Hatchett Hurricanes
Our pride is shining through
We work together every day
So you can see it, too.
We show respect and we are fair
Responsible in work and play
We're the Hatchett Hurricanes
We'll blow you away!

We're the Hachett Hurricanes
The silver and the blue
We show our colors every day
In everything we do!
We listen, learn and share and care
With teachers, staff and PTA
We're the Hatchett Hurricanes
We'll blow you away!

We're the Hatchett Hurricanes
We'll blow you away!





Lyrics and Music by Kathy Ransdell

Dedication News...On behalf of Northside Independent School District, the Faculty of Thomas L. Hatchett, Sr. Elementary would like to extend you a cordial THANKS! to all who joined us for our dedication ceremony. The ceremony was held in our cafeteria/gym at 2:00 pm on Saturday, January 29, 2005. We had over 500 individuals in attendance including Mr. Hatchett's wife, Bettye Hatchett, his family and friends, our Superintendent, Cabinet members, School Board members, NISD Deputy Superintendents, NISD Directors, NISD Administrators, Hatchett Faculty members, Community members, Parents and Students. The ceremony was taped by NISD-TV in its entirety and will be made available for purchase. NISD-TV produced a video tribute to Mr. Hatchett that aired during the dedication ceremony. Widows Media Player is necessary to view the video.