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Willis ISD is proud to announce that Michael Wall, formerly assistant head coach and offensive coordinator at 6A Lake Travis High School, has been named the new Boys Athletic Coordinator and Head Football Coach for Willis High School. Welcome!
#WeAreWillis
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“How bout them Wildkats?!” 😲
Final Score: 63-9
Wildkats are 8-0!
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It is with great sadness that we confirm Les Peacock, a beloved
@Willis_HS_TX
teacher,
@WillisGolfTeam
coach and friend to many, passed away this morning after a valiant battle with cancer. Les was a valued member of our school family since 2008 and he will be greatly missed.
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Willis Board has approved Chad Smith as the new principal of
@Willis_HS_TX
for the 2022-23 school year. Smith has 24 years of service in public education, with 19 years in campus administration. Click link for more!
#WillisWins
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Today we celebrated Bella Estrello Rubio as she received her diploma to become a Class of 2020 Graduate. Congratulations!
#Classof2020
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Willis ISD is proud to announce that
@SaraGoolsby1
has been promoted to Assistant Superintendent of ITL for
@WillisSchools
. She previously served as the Executive Director of Secondary Education. Click the headline to read more. Congratulations!
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This evening, after marching on hot asphalt for hours, the
@WillisHSBand
received a welcome cool down courtesy of the North Montgomery County Fire Dept! It’s fair to say that tonight, our band, and local Firefighters, are much COOLER than yours!
#WillisISD
@Willis_HS_TX
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DJ Lagway has been named Mr. Texas Football! Congratulations, Wildkat! 🏈
🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨
REVEALED: DJ Lagway Named 2023 Mr. Texas Football
@DerekLagway
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@WillisWildkats1
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@kroger
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@TexasBowl
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#MrTexasFootball
#dctf
#txhsfb
#texas
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It was a big day for the WILDKATS! DJ Lagway signed with the University of Florida and Josiah Stephens with Sam Houston State University.
Good luck on this next stage of your journey!
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During the March Regular Meeting, the Board of Trustees voted to name Elem.
#6
after longtime Willis resident Eddie Ruth Lagway. Lagway was a WISD graduate, Board Member for nine years, and a local business owner. We are proud and excited to welcome her namesake to WISD history.
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The board unanimously approved a resolution granting the Superintendent authority related to employee duty days and compensation, and provides for continued payment of all full-time employees which includes all instructional staff and support services staff.
#WeAreWillis
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It’s
@GatorsFB
for
@WildkatFootball
5-star 2024 QB D.J. Lagway (
@DerekLagway
).
#txhsfb
@HoustonChronHS
@ConroeSports
@RecruitWillis_
@CoachTMiller18
@CoachJGlenn
@dctf
@Willis_HS_TX
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Eric King, having previously been named Interim Principal of
@Willis_HS_TX
in January, has been officially named the permanent Principal. Teachers and staff were notified during a faculty meeting Wednesday afternoon.
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Hair and makeup done, waiting for our segment!
@MrsGrimm3
looks gorgeous and Prisilla looks precious!!
@SteveTVShow
here they come!
#WillisIsHere
@WISDMeador
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Today
@WillisSchools
held our 2021-22 End of Year Awards. There were many great accolades shared, but
@CalandraLewis91
being surprised as Administrator of the Year was a definite highlight!
@DrHarkrider
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The
@WillisHSBand
@WillisGuard
are your new AREA CHAMPIONS!! They will compete at UIL State Marching contest in November! CONGRATULATIONS!! 🎉
#StateBound
@uiltexas
@areachamps
#marchingband
💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
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We are proud to announce that
@KameronWilder
, Principal of Turner Elementary, has been named principal of the District’s new Elementary
#6
, opening August 2021. Congratulations! 🎉
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We are very proud to announce
@SuptHarkrider
has been named
@escregion6
Superintendent of the Year! The board nominated Mr. Harkrider for his dedication and accomplishments over the last five years. Congratulations!
#WeAreWillis
#Willis1T1P
#SOTY
#escregion6
@tasbnews
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Congratulations to the 2020 Campus Teachers of the Year! Thank you for your dedication to the students of Willis.
#WeAreWillis
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Final score 63-14, The Wildkats remain undefeated at 4-0.
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Former Dean of Curriculum at Willis High School Richard Ray has been named Principal of Brabham Middle School. Ray was recognized at the board of trustees meeting June 10, 2019.
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It’s a Wildkat WIN!
🏈 Final Score: Willis 60, The Woodlands 52
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Please help us congratulate and welcome our new school administrators for 2020-21!
#willisisd2020
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Congratulations to Willis High School's DJ Lagway! We can't wait to see what the future holds for you 🐊
@Willis_HS_TX
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Thank you for a great season, Wildkats! 💜
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It is with a heavy heart that we let you know that beloved Willis ISD custodian Denise Mathis passed away Monday.
She began working for Willis ISD in 1991 and was most recently lead custodian at WHS.
Please say a prayer for her family and friends during this difficult time.
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When the Mom of Athletics couldn’t make it to awards to celebrate 40 years of service to
@WillisSchools
, we used technology to bring the cheers of 1,200 coworkers to her! We love you Virginia Nickerson!
@WillisISD_CTE
(Travis Utecht)
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We are so excited to welcome nearly 80 new Wildkat Teachers today! We are thrilled you are here and look forward to a great year!
#Willis2019
#Willisishere
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This week we celebrated with
@DebbieKoolKats
to mark the end of her chemo treatments. We are so proud of you! 💜
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Willis ISD students will NOT be required to make up today's bad weather closure. Thank you.
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Here she is
#WillisTexas
, your 2019 Montgomery County Fair Queen,
@Willis_HS_TX
Junior Grace Hoegemeyer! Congratulations! 💜💜💜
@AWHoeg
@willis_ffa
#fairqueen
#mocofairqueen
#willisisd
#willishighschool
#2019FairQueen
#willistexas
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WILLIS ISD ANNOUNCES IN-PERSON, OUTDOOR GRADUATION TO TAKE PLACE AT THE CYNTHIA WOODS MITCHELL PAVILION IN THE WOODLANDS
JUNE 13, 2020; 10 AM AND 7:30 PM
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Willis ISD Names Kimberley James Lone Finalist for Superintendent of Schools
With more than three decades in public education, Dr. James brings significant experience in curriculum design, professional development and leadership.
Learn about Dr. James ➡️
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We are so thankful for our hardworking, dedicated and loving principals! Willis ISD wouldn't be the same without y'all! Happy National Principals Month!
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IMPORTANT NOTICE: Willis ISD schools and offices will be closed Friday, May 10 due to heavy rain and flooding predicted for our area. All after school activities for Friday are also canceled.
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Congratulations to Wildkats Quarterback DJ Lagway, this week's KPRC and UTMB Health Athlete of the Week! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
@DerekLagway
@CoachTMiller18
@WillisWildkats1
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... Said all the students AND staff!
Dear Corona, If you let us go back to school this year I promise I will never complain about it ever again!
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Congratulations to Willis High School Seniors Brenan Mansker and Misael De Los Reyes on earning the recognition of the Class of 2022 Valedictorian and Salutatorian, respectively!
#Classof2022
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WELCOME to the 150 new teachers who CHOSE
@WillisSchools
as their new home! We are excited you are here!
#WISDnewteacher
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Today was the soft opening of our 6th elem school
@WISDLagway
with the LES staff, school board and family members. Thank you to everyone that played a role in the opening of this beautiful school!
@Stantec
#Durotech
#Stantecedu
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Congratulations to Coach Dana Fossmo on being named the District 21-5A Girls Swim Coach of the Year! Read more about their banner season at
#swimhard
#swimfast
#swimcoachoftheyear
#willisisd
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Wildkats NEVER DIE! You’ll be cheering on this team a little while longer 🔥
Final Score: 62-34, it’s another Wildkat WIN!
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Our hearts are broken for our school friends in Uvalde. We send our sincerest condolences to the families and community.
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Willis ISD stands with the Uvalde community. We invite you to wear maroon on Tuesday, Sept. 6, as the Uvalde community returns for their first day of school.
#UvaldeStrong
#TXEDStands
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@WillisSchools
has named Brian Greeney, Ed.D. Assistant Superintendent of Innovation, Teaching, and Learning. Welcome!
@DrGreeney
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Due to the deteriorating weather conditions and the possibility of icy roads in the morning, Willis ISD schools and offices will be closed tomorrow, Monday, Jan. 11. Students will not be expected to do online / remote learning, although they can log in and work if they choose.
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Congratulations DJ!
Amongst the celebs on the Texas Bowl sidelines tonight is Texas Longhorn great Vince Young, who posed pregame with Willis Quarterback, and 2023 Mr. Texas Football Award winner, DJ Lagway.
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Congratulations to
@Willis_HS_TX
Senior
@ColeArnold03
, who was named the Willis ISD District Secondary Student of the Month at the September Board Meeting. Cole was honored for his efforts as Class President, and tirelessly working create pride and unity among the student body.
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Congratulations to Sara Goolsby, who has been promoted to Director of Learner Pathways. Read more here:
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@DrGreeney
, Asst Superintendent, has been named an Inspiring Leader by the Texas Association of School Administrators (TASA). Congratulations, we are proud of you! View feature article on page 12/13.
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Join us this Saturday night at 7 pm for Meet the Kats!
@Willis_HS_TX
@WISDAthletics
@WISDBrabham
@LLMSLynx
@WISDHardy
@WISDTurner
@WISDMeador
@WISDCannan
@RoarkEarly
@WISDStubblefld
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Dr. Harkrider spoke to employees today to announce the Board approved a one-time payment for all employees. The payments will be $500 for all full time staff employed on or before 9/1/20. Part-time employees and those who joined the district between 9/1-11/16 will receive $250.
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Congratulations to DJ Lagway on two BIG nominations this week! Be sure to vote below before the polls are closed ⭐️
MaxPreps ➡️ (Ends at 3 PM TODAY)
Texas HS Football ➡️ (Ends TOMORROW afternoon)
(📷:
@vypehouston
)
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Our very own Ms. Korfhage will be singing The National Anthem at the Astros' home game against the Angels on September 9th!
Though we have a home game that night, please check to see if you can catch it on pregame coverage or get a recording if you happen to be there.
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Willis ISD will be closed Monday-Tuesday due to flooding and hazardous weather. Updates will be posted on our website/Facebook/Twitter.
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ATTENTION! Willis ISD schools and offices will be closed today, Wednesday April 27, due to inclement weather....
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making history is TRICKY, but this season was one for the books!
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Congratulations to our phenomenal Superintendent
@DrHarkrider
for being recognized by
@tasanet
as one of the state's most
#InspiringLeaders
#txed
TASA’s
#InspiringLeaders
tagline is not just about our commitment to leadership development; it describes our members. Meet
@DrHarkrider
, one of those Inspiring Leaders.
#txed
@WillisSchools
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Congratulations to the
@WillisHSBand
for receiving Superior Ratings (1’s) from all the judges at last night’s UIL Region Marching Contest. Great job!
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Congratulations to Aiden! KPRC TV surprised him at school to name him one of the 2022 KPRC Senior Scholarship Winners! Aiden received a $2,500 check to use toward college expenses.
#WillisWins
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Our fine arts program would not be the same without the talented Laurelyn Korfhage, who is head choir director at Willis HS. Last Friday, Ms. Korfhage was invited to sing the National Anthem at the Astros home game. To witness her talents, please watch the video below.
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Congratulations to our 2022-23 District Administrator of the Year, Dr. Kella Price (
@WISDBrabham
) 🎉
Thank you for sharing that Wildkat (and Bobkat!) spirit in all you do.
Keep an eye out for more End of the Year award announcements over the next few days.
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@DrHarkrider
was named 1st ever Lone Star St School Counseling Association's
@LSSSCA1
Supt. of the Year for his outstanding support of school counselors. Harkrider was recognized for his ongoing efforts to champion the role of school counselors. Congratulations!
#WeAreWillis
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@Willis_HS_TX
teachers handed out senior yard signs today in a festive parade that brought joy and tears to many faces!
#senior20
#whsclassof2020
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Congratulations to the 14 Wildkats at Willis High School who signed to colleges today. We are so proud of the steps you are taking toward furthering your academic and athletic careers.
@WISDAthletics
@vypehouston
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Congrats to
@Willis_HS_TX
college athlete commits:
Ashley Vallejo - McNeese State University
Hannah Earls - Texas State University
Madison Matranga - Odessa College
Mason Creacy - Murray State College
@WildKatBSB
@WHS_LadykatSB
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Willis KoolKats participated in their first Special Olympics track and field meet. The sun was shining, smiles were big and there were lots of winners. Their next meet will be on March 24th at Oak Ridge High School.
#WeAreWillis
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Congratulations to
@WillisHSBand
- 1st place at the Galena Park Marching Festival at North Shore High School today!
@Willis_HS_TX
#WillisIsHere
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On Friday, our Elementary and Secondary Teacher of the Year, Jodi Christie and
@KenLabonski
were recognized at the
@escregion6
luncheon. Congratulations!
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The
@Willis_HS_TX
Performing Arts Center is looking amazing! Construction will wrap up in December with an opening in January for employees and then a public open house. First musical production? Little Shop of Horrors spring 2019.
#WillisisHere
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Inaugural Board of Trustee Meeting in the new Sharon Hill Jennette Administration Building. This building was paid for with district fund balance (savings) and honors a very special woman who dedicated 49 years to WISD. 💜
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Schools will reopen at the normal time tomorrow, Wednesday, Sept. 15.
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At the regular school board meeting Wednesday, Feb. 9, Willis ISD trustees unanimously called for a bond package to be presented to voters in May 2022. The bond is comprised of three propositions totaling $225,000,000. Click for more info!
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Willis ISD schools and offices will be closed today, Friday, May 27, due to inclement weather.
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Congratulations to our District Secondary Paraprofessional of the Year Allison Merkley, from
@Willis_HS_TX
!
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Congratulations to Senior Macy Sproba on such an admirable accomplishment! Perfect attendance is always difficult, but to maintain it for YEARS is simply amazing!
#perfectattendance
#neverabsent
#willisisd
@Willis_HS_TX
Willis High Senior to graduate with lifelong perfect attendance
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Congratulations Jermaine Bishop Jr.!
The 2023 MaxPreps High School Football Sophomore All-America Team. 🔥🏈
FULL SQUAD ⬇️
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This week,
@WillisSchools
hosted law enforcement agencies to walk our campuses to become familiar w/ exterior doors & floor plans. The officers were also asked to assess campus layouts and make suggestions for improving tactical response.
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Congratulations to the 2017-2018 Willis ISD Teachers and Paras of the Year! Elem. Teacher:
@KristiBallard1
@WISDTurner
; Secondary Teacher: Katrina King
@Willis_HS_TX
; Elem. Para: Gabby Moreno
@WISDParmley
; and Secondary Para:
@RachTedder
@WISDStubblefld
#Willis1T1P
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@SuptHarkrider
named the 2019-20 Empowered Superintendent by the
@TX_CTO_COUNCIL
for his work to bring meaningful technology learning to
@WillisSchools
.
#tasa20
#tasanet
#txcto2020
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