Pampa ISD Wins Inaugural TAEA District of Distinction Award

Posted Date: 05/25/2021

Only the top 2 percent of districts in the state, including Pampa ISD, earned the honor this year.

The Texas Art Education Association (TAEA) announced the 20 winners of the District of Distinction Award. Among the list of honorees is Pampa Independent School District. The districts received the honor for providing a well-rounded education that advocates and integrates visual arts curriculum to inspire creativity and reach all different learners.

TAEA is the leading advocate for the visual arts in the state. The organization has previously honored outstanding TAEA members for work in their classrooms and districts. This is the first year that TAEA is honoring districts that meet rigorous criteria as evidenced by data.

For the 2019 award, more than 1,000 districts were eligible to apply. Each district submitted documentation that they had met the rubric over the 2018-2019 school year. Only 20 districts met the high standard and will receive the outstanding honor indicating they are in the top 2 percent of districts in the state.

Pampa ISD has set the standard for visual arts advocacy, integrated visual arts curriculum, and creativity,” said Dr. Michaelann Kelley, Chair of the Administration and Supervision Division of TAEA. “This is a high honor. The award is a testament to the skill, perseverance, and vision for a well-rounded education for this winning school district.”

Twenty districts, including, Pampa ISD, will be honored at the TAEA Awards ceremony as part of the TAEA Conference on Friday, November 15, 2019. The event will take place at Moody Gardens Convention Center in Galveston, TX.

Published on 09/23/2019