Superintendent's Letter - Monday, March 28, 2022

 March 28, 2022

What a great time to be a Burton Panther!!!

Necessity may be the mother of invention, but what Burton ISD education innovations will last once the pandemic crisis has passed? It seems like we are at that place right now. With COVID-19 infections on the decline and nearly all school districts back to in-person learning, teachers and leaders finally can take a breath and look forward. A greater focus (and funding) for things like more flexible learning time and technology integration, mental health, and cultural relevance have led to creative education strategies.

There was a real acceleration in the last two years of districts switching quickly to try new  and innovative strategies. It will be important to monitor academic progress to see how it actually went to determine which of those approaches will actually be sustainable for the next five years and beyond. We have taken what we’ve learned from when we had to provide specialized and different services in a crisis moment, and are turning it into an opportunity for alternate models of instruction.

The extent to which COVID-19 has disrupted students’ learning—and the questions of how schools will provide the support students need as a result—can feel too big to grasp. Burton ISD understands how to approach this challenge and manage the classroom setting effectively.

We welcome you to visit Burton Independent School District and thank you in advance for taking time to find out more about our schools, our professional staff, our exemplary students, and our excellent academic programs. Burton Schools are a perfect place to get an education that will prepare your child for a bright future. 

There is a tremendous amount of community support that goes into the success of our programs in Burton ISD. We appreciate everyone who helps make a positive impact on our schools. All of us working cooperatively make Burton ISD better together. So very proud to be a BURTON PANTHER! 

Lots of great things going on this semester. Follow all of our activities on the Burton ISD website @ www.burtonisd.net, check out the Burton ISD app, and keep up with the latest happenings on the Burton ISD Facebook page and other social media venues. 

   

The pride of the Burton Panthers is embedded in all of us whether we are a student, an alumni, a community member, a staff member and employee, a parent, board member and/or a proud supporter and in many cases all of the above. We love our Panthers and like to think that the culture we are providing in educating our students is a reason why parents want their children to attend Burton ISD. We value our school district and always put students first. We are prepared to Dream Big, Sparkle More, and Shine Bright as the Future is Now for the Burton Panthers in 2022!!! Have a blessed week and GO BIG RED!    

                                                                  

                                                                                                                                                       

Superintendent's Letter - Monday, March 21, 2022

 March 21, 2022

What a great time to be a Burton Panther!!!

Every student has their own personal academic journey. When it comes to navigating through that territory, students may find that there are different ways of learning that work best for them. Personalized learning in Burton ISD recognizes that every student learns differently and that learning can be diversified to cater to a wide variety of students. Personalized learning can be defined by our teachers as an effective teaching practice for our students. 

Our schools and our students deserve quality educators dedicated to the process of developing high standards of excellence and innovative approaches to learning. Education is a personally rewarding, yet challenging profession. Burton ISD seeks individuals who are continuously committed to providing educational programs that can impact the future and implement change for our students.   

The idea that different students have unique learning styles pervades education. We should encourage students at an early age to try different learning strategies so they develop a toolbox of learning methods. Burton ISD offers the opportunity for engaging instructional practices and we can rest assured that our education system ensures a way for students to learn better, faster, and more comfortably in their own style

We welcome you to visit Burton Independent School District and thank you in advance for taking time to find out more about our schools, our professional staff, our exemplary students, and our excellent academic programs. Burton Schools are a perfect place to get an education that will prepare your child for a bright future. 

There is a tremendous amount of community support that goes into the success of our programs in Burton ISD. We appreciate everyone who helps make a positive impact on our schools. All of us working cooperatively make Burton ISD better together. So very proud to be a BURTON PANTHER! 

Lots of great things going on this semester. Follow all of our activities on the Burton ISD website @ www.burtonisd.net, check out the Burton ISD app, and keep up with the latest happenings on the Burton ISD Facebook page and other social media venues. 

   

The pride of the Burton Panthers is embedded in all of us whether we are a student, an alumni, a community member, a staff member and employee, a parent, board member and/or a proud supporter and in many cases all of the above. We love our Panthers and like to think that the culture we are providing in educating our students is a reason why parents want their children to attend Burton ISD. We value our school district and always put students first. We are prepared to Dream Big, Sparkle More, and Shine Bright as the Future is Now for the Burton Panthers in 2022!!! Have a blessed week and GO BIG RED!    

                                                                  

                                                                                                                                              

Superintendent's Letter - Monday, March 14, 2022

March 14, 2022

What a great time to be a Burton Panther!!!

HAPPY SPRING BREAK 2022!!! Enjoy some rest and relaxation during the week! Have fun. Rejuvenate and fill your own bucket. Connect with those who make life become a bit easier.

We are a little over halfway through the school year, but there is so much still left to do. For our educators-don’t get overwhelmed or try to capture the moon, but simply try to remind yourself why you are in this profession. Create an excitement for the day that cannot be duplicated. Provide an engagement and a link for students to remember content more specifically compared to an average school day. Education is one of those things that you get what you put into it and we need to be reminded of this on a regular basis. When we are all in, we can see the benefits and results easily. 

The students and teachers in Burton ISD and across the nation have had so many struggles this year. Building relationships with students has been more important than ever. A simple arrangement where we can have meaningful conversation with each student can change a student’s life. Our students have been coming to school with much more trauma than we have ever seen. Many of their lives at home are more stressful than ever with either financial or social concerns. The Burton ISD students know that we care and that we make time for them-that is when we see change. Definitely, not an overnight fix. In many cases teachers won’t know the impact of these chats till years later- but the value is indisputable.

Take every moment and make it count. Not everything has to be done big like a transformation. A simple note of encouragement or a smile can have a lasting effect. Being a difference-maker is not always visible each day- but we know that Burton ISD has a lasting effect on students and teachers.

We welcome you to visit Burton Independent School District and thank you in advance for taking time to find out more about our schools, our professional staff, our exemplary students, and our excellent academic programs. Burton Schools are a perfect place to get an education that will prepare your child for a bright future. 

There is a tremendous amount of community support that goes into the success of our programs in Burton ISD. We appreciate everyone who helps make a positive impact on our schools. All of us working cooperatively make Burton ISD better together. So very proud to be a BURTON PANTHER! 

Lots of great things going on this semester. Follow all of our activities on the Burton ISD website @ www.burtonisd.net, check out the Burton ISD app, and keep up with the latest happenings on the Burton ISD Facebook page and other social media venues. 

   

The pride of the Burton Panthers is embedded in all of us whether we are a student, an alumni, a community member, a staff member and employee, a parent, board member and/or a proud supporter and in many cases all of the above. We love our Panthers and like to think that the culture we are providing in educating our students is a reason why parents want their children to attend Burton ISD. We value our school district and always put students first. We are prepared to Dream Big, Sparkle More, and Shine Bright as the Future is Now for the Burton Panthers in 2022!!! Have a blessed week and GO BIG RED!    

                                                                  

                                                                                                                                              

Superintendent's Letter - Monday, March 7, 2022

March 7, 2022

What a great time to be a Burton Panther!!!

WOW, it’s already March and Spring Break is upon us next week. 

As we have celebrated Texas Independence Day and Texas Public Schools Week, it is important to remember the service that we provide as we focus on the mission of educating our students. Burton ISD stays committed to the purpose and strategic goals of our community to prioritize students. Our teachers show up to not only teach, but to encourage the appreciation for learning. We make an everyday impact! “Education is the movement from darkness to light.” – Allan Bloom

The 2020-2021 School Report Cards (SRC) are available on the Texas Education Agency (TEA) website which can be accessed @ http://tea.texas.gov/perfreport/src/index.html. The SRC combines accountability ratings, data from the Texas Academic Performance Reports (TAPR), and financial information to give a broad view of campus performance. Available for each campus in Texas, the SRC is intended specifically to inform parents and guardians about a school’s individual characteristics and its academic performance. Due to COVID-19, campuses and districts received a label of Not Rated: Declared State of Disaster for the 2020-2021 school year. Burton ISD not only reaches the expectations of accountability, but surpasses state averages in most areas. We are definitely moving forward in Burton ISD.

We welcome you to visit Burton Independent School District and thank you in advance for taking time to find out more about our schools, our professional staff, our exemplary students, and our excellent academic programs. Burton Schools are a perfect place to get an education that will prepare your child for a bright future. 

There is a tremendous amount of community support that goes into the success of our programs in Burton ISD. We appreciate everyone who helps make a positive impact on our schools. All of us working cooperatively make Burton ISD better together. So very proud to be a BURTON PANTHER! 

Lots of great things going on this semester. Follow all of our activities on the Burton ISD website @ www.burtonisd.net, check out the Burton ISD app, and keep up with the latest happenings on the Burton ISD Facebook page and other social media venues. 

   

The pride of the Burton Panthers is embedded in all of us whether we are a student, an alumni, a community member, a staff member and employee, a parent, board member and/or a proud supporter and in many cases all of the above. We love our Panthers and like to think that the culture we are providing in educating our students is a reason why parents want their children to attend Burton ISD. We value our school district and always put students first. We are prepared to Dream Big, Sparkle More, and Shine Bright as the Future is Now for the Burton Panthers in 2022!!! Have a blessed week and GO BIG RED!