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THE SWISHER COUNTY NEWS
Vol. 11, No. 14 • 8 pages
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He also holds certificates for Principal EC-12,
Mr. Teafatiller has a strong leadership back-
April 2 declared National Service Recognition Day
Signed this the 2011’ day of March 2019.
For more information, contact Eikner at
Public Library, 6801 SW 45th Ave., Am-
arillo. For the full class schedule, go to
WHEREAS/ AmeriCorps and Senior Corps participants serve in more than 50,000 locations across the country,
bolstering the civic, neighborhood, and faith-based organizations that are so vital to our economic and social
well-being; and
WHEREAS, national service participants increase the impact of the organizations they serve, both through
their direct service and by managing millions of additional volunteers; and
WHEREAS, the Corporation for National and Community Service shares a priority with local leaders
nationwide to engage citizens, improve lives, and strengthen communities; and is joining with the National
League of Cities, the National Association of Counties, Cities of Service, and local leaders across the country
for National Service Recognition Day on April 2, 2019.
THEREFORE, BE 1'1' RESOLVED that 1 County Judge of Swisher County, Texas, do hereby proclaim April 2nd,
2019 as "National Service Recognition Day" and encourage residents to recognize the positive impact of
national service in our community, to thank those who serve; and to find ways to give back to their
communities.
Anyone interested in
spending time outdoors and helping man-
age natural resources and natural areas can
sign up for the next Texas A&M AgriLife
Extension Service Texas Master Natural-
ist training class set to begin April 6.
WHEREAS, Elected Officials are increasingly turning to national service and volunteerism as a cost-effective
strategy to meet their needs; and
Harold Keefer
Swisher County Judge
She is passionate about serving stu-
dents and will be a tremendous asset
Swisher CoLinty Texas
Proclamation
WHEREAS, service to others is a hallmark of the American character, and central to how we meet our
challenges; and
and TAKS. She also coordinated the
College Board PSAT and AP exams
along with ASVAB and TSI. As a
WHEREAS, AmeriCorps and Senior Corps participants address the most pressing challenges facing our
communities, from educating students for the jobs of the 21s’ century, to fighting the opioid epidemic, to
responding to natural disasters, to supporting veterans and military families; and
WHEREAS, national service represents a unique public-private partnership that invests in community
solutions and leverages non-federal resources to strengthen community impact and increase the return on
taxpayer dollars; and
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WHEREAS, national service expands economic opportunity by creating more sustainable, resilient
communities and providing education, career skills, and leadership abilities for those who serve; and
Apply now for 4-H Water
Ambassadors Program
LUBBOCK TX (March 22, 2019) - Students within the High
Plains Underground Water Conservation District (HPWD) service
area are encouraged to submit applications for the 2019-2020 Texas
4-H Water Ambassadors program. Deadline for submissions is May
15.
Each year, high school age youth are selected to join the program
which provides knowledge about management of water resources
in Texas.
“HPWD is proud to be among the supporters of the Texas 4-H
Water Ambassadors program. This is a great opportunity to mentor
future water leaders for our state,” said Cannon McCain, HPWD
Infonnation/Education Supervisor.
HPWD provided grant funding for the program, which began
in 2017. Those chosen will participate in a summer 4-H2O Youth
Leadership Academy. This tour, set for July 13-20, allows students
to meet with statewide water professionals and observe conservation
practices.
"The Panhandle-South Plains region is one of the tour stops each
year. HPWD is pleased to have the students visit our office where
they learn more about management of local groundwater resourc-
es. We also accompany them to a rainwater harvesting installation
while they are in Lubbock," said McCain.
A leadership, mentorship, and community service component is
included as part of the program. Texas 4-H Water Ambassadors
commit to a minimum of 40 hours of service during a 12-month pe-
riod. This is earned by presenting water education programs to local
4-H clubs, schools, fairs, and other community events. In addition,
the students may also assist their local water utilities, groundwater
conservation districts, and County Extension Agents in their water
outreach programs.
"The ambassadorship is a 12-month commitment starting in July
2019. Those ambassadors who fulfill the minimum 40 hours of ser-
vice will be invited to continue their terms for the next year," said
David W. Smith, TX 4-H20 Ambassador Program Coordinator. "
Last year's participants must complete 20 hours service by March 1
to be invited to serve a second term as a Tier II 4-H Water Ambas-
sador."
Applicants must be 14 years of age or older as of Aug. 31, 2019
and must be entering the 9th, 10th, or 11th grade in the upcoming
2019-2020 academic year. The application also requires three short
essays and two letters of reference.
There is a $250 participation fee due by June 10. Applicants do
not have to be a current member of Texas 4-H, but must agree to
become a 4-H member and pay a $25 annual membership fee, if se-
lected. Persons accepted into the program will be notified by June 1.
Created in 1951 by local residents and the Texas Legislature, the
High Plains Water District works to conserve, preserve, protect, and
prevent the waste of underground water within its 16-county service
area. HPWD is the first groundwater conservation district created in
Texas.
Be sure to “like” the High Plains Water District Facebook page
to receive updates on district activities or follow us on Twitter at @
HPUWCD. Visit our website at www.hpwd.org.
TISD Adopts New
Teacher Pay Scale
The Tulia ISD Board of Trust- throughout the Panhandle. From
ees and Administration are very this study, the district adjust-
excited to extend contracts for ed the teacher pay scale for the
teachers and adopt a new teacher 2019-2020 school year to help
pay scale as recommended by the us to remain very competitive
Superintendent. This recommen- in our market. At the beginning
dation was the result of a wage of the pay scale, there is a larger
study conducted by the Texas increase to improve Competitive-
Association of School Boards to ness in years 1-14 however, all
compare our salary scales to oth- teachers will see a local increase
er districts across the state and of at least $1,400.
In addition to his public school experience, Mr.
Special Education Teafatiller has served as a
tist Church in Gonzales, Texas, Associate Pastor
of Youth at Kingsbury Baptist Church, Pastor at educational success.
the High school principal with 369 students Navada Baptist Church, Minister of Education and
and ended last year with an overall campus per- Youth at Mt. Cannel Baptist Church and served as ground and a history of successful school improve-
fonnance score of 87 and five distinctions. These a Missionary for the International Mission Board, ment.
Distinctions include ELA/Reading, Mathemat-
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a Missionary for the International Mission Board, ment. We are excited to include him as part of
Mr. Teafatiller has a Bachelor of Science in Psy- the administrative team and look forward to the
ics, Social Studies, Postsecondary Readiness and chology from Texas A&M Commerce and a Mas- instructional support he will provide for our sec-
Closing the Gaps. Prior to being in Howe ISD, ters of Divinity from the Southern Baptist Theo- ondary staff.
as A&M Commerce and a Masters and Talented and Migrant.
a High School Counselor, she was of Education from Lamar Universi- We are excited to see Mrs. Teafa-
Testing instrumental in developing a positive ty. She holds Texas certificates for tiller enhance and continue to build
School Counselor EC-12, Business
Texas Master Naturalist intern training to begin April 6 in Amarillo
Kay Ledbetter the Panhandle Chapter website at https:// Once certified, Eikner said, volunteers
AMARILLO ~ Anyone nterested in txmn.org/pc/, and click on the “Join Us” must provide 40 hours of service a year in
tab. community education, demonstration and
The program trains citizen volunteers habitat enhancement projects to maintain
on the management of natural resources certification. They are also expected to
and natural areas in their communities, pursue a minimum of eight hours of ad-
Eikner said. Class training topics include vanced training in areas of personal inter-
The Texas Master Naturalist program habitat, conservation, water resources and est.The Panhandle Chapter encompasses
is a collaborative effort between AgriL- history, animals and insects. 26 counties and includes a diverse assort-
ife Extension and the Texas Parks and The main qualification for a Texas Mas- ment of locations of interest. Three of the
Wildlife Department, said Megan Eikner, ter Naturalist certification is an interest in largest are Palo Duro Canyon, Caprock
AgriLife Extension agriculture and natu- learning about and playing an active part Canyons State Park and the Alibates Flint
ral resources agent for Potter County. in conservation, she said. Volunteers will Quarries National Monument.
Enrollment fee is $95, and the first receive a minimum of 40 hours of basic
class will meet at the Southwest Amarillo training from educators and specialists 806-373-0713 or megan.eikner@ag.tamu.
from universities, natural resource agen- edu, or Susie Wheeler at susiewhe@hot-
cies, nature centers and museums. mail.com.
Swisher County, Texas Thursday, March 28, 2019
gg|pg Teafatiller named as Director of Special Programs for Tulia ISD
Tulia ISD is pleased to announce oped a comprehensive school coun- gapore. eration of State Assessment and pro-
and welcome Dianne Teafatiller as seling program, monitored students Mrs. Teafatiller has a Bachelors of grams such as At-Risk, Section 504/
the new Director of Special Pro- academic performance, attendance Business Administration from Tex- Dyslexia, ESL/LEP/Bilingual, Gifted
grams. Mrs. Teafatiller has five years and mental health. While serving as
of experience as a Business Educa- a High School Counselor, she was
tion Teacher, one year as a
and 504 Coordinator, and 4 years of climate and culture on the campus School Counselor EC-12, Business on the great things accomplished by
experience as a High School and Ele- and served as a critical team member Education, Family and Consumer Brandi DeLong over the past four
mentary Counselor. During her time for the school improvement process. Science and is currently completing years. Mrs. Teafatiller has demon-
as a Testing and 504 Coordinator, Mrs. Teafatiller has also coached UIL her Principal Certification. strated successful experience in ed-
she successfully organized all state students, coordinated Gifted and Tai- As the Director of Special Pro- ucation and will add great value to
assessment instruments to include ented programs and has successful grams, Mrs. Teafatiller will be wear- the accomplishment of our adopted
STAAR, TELPAS, STAAR ALT 2 experience with ESL students. ing many hats. She will coordinate goals.
Outside of public education, Mrs. with district staff and outside person-
Teafatiller served as the Executive nel to formulate, develop and evalu-
Assistant to the Director at the Inter- ate federal/special programs. She is to the community and our instruction-
I Counselor, Mrs. Teafatiller devel- national Community School in Sin- also responsible for the effective op- al team.
James Teafatiller named as Executive Director of Secondary Education
Tulia ISD is pleased to armounce and welcome Mr. Teafatiller served as a teacher and administra- logical Seminary in Louisville, KY.
James Teafatiller as the new Executive Director of tor in Luling ISD for 7 years. As the Principal of
Secondary Education. Luling High School, he successfully improved the Superintendent EC-12, Special Education and En-
Mr. Teafatiller has six years of experience as a academic program and achieved two campus dis- glish as a Second Language.
High School Principal, one year as a High School tinctions. As the Executive Director of Secondary Edu-
Assistant Principal, two years as a DAEP admin- In addition to his public school experience, Mr. cation, Mr. Teafatiller will provide instructional
istrator and three years as a Special Education Teafatiller has served as a Pastor at Clark Bap- leadership and support for staff in graded 6-12 to
Teacher. tist Church in Gonzales, Texas, Associate Pastor ensure high standards of instructional service and
He comes to us from Howe ISD where he serves
as
WI1EREAS, national service participants demonstrate commitment, dedication, and patriotism by making an
intensive commitment to service, a commitment that remains with them in their future endeavors; and
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