NISD Honors its School, Business, and Community Partners

As part of National Volunteer Month, Northside ISD hosted its annual Outstanding Partner of the Year event. It was a powerful reminder that when a community works together to support its schools, the momentum is truly unstoppable. 

The event celebrated the hundreds of volunteers and business partners whose dedication enriches the lives of thousands of NISD students. During the event, eight district-wide winners were recognized, and two Superintendent award winners. For the first time ever, all 164 nominees walked across the stage. They were recognized by Superintendent Dr. John Craft, members of the NISD Board of Trustees, and their family and friends in the audience. 

From mentoring students and helping fund field trips to providing holiday meals and professional development, these extraordinary volunteers are a driving force behind students’ success.

To view photos of the celebration, click here.

This year’s Outstanding Partner of the Year district-wide winners are:

Outstanding Partnership Program: 

• Elementary School: John Jay Student Council, Daniela Curiel, Sponsor (Allen)
• Secondary: Straus PTA, Ana Rucker, PTA President, and Ashley Amador, Title I Chair (Rudder)

Outstanding Coordinator: 

• Elementary School: Nallely Carillo, Los Reyes Librarian: Toddler Time (Los Reyes)
• Secondary: Lesford Dixon, Programs Coordinator at Construction Careers Academy (Curriculum and Instruction)

Outstanding Mentor or Individual: 

• Elementary School: Bill Taylor, KENS 5 (Scarborough)
• Secondary: Dr. Lydia Bartlett, St. Mary’s University Department of Education (CAST Teach HS)

Outstanding Business or Community Organization:

• Elementary School: American Legion Post 336, Miguel Avila (Leon Valley)
• Secondary: Alamo Colleges District, Dr. Leonard Bass and Julia Stotts (Sul Ross)

Superintendent’s Awards:

• Calvin Buchholtz
• Barnes and Noble