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Mission Statement
The mission of the Weatherford ISD is to teach, challenge, and inspire each student in a safe, nurturing environment to succeed in the global community.
Vision Statement
WISD will be the world-class district of choice.
Value Statements
- We value and respect all students, employees, parents, partners, and our community.
- We demonstrate visionary leadership.
- We engage in and promote personal and organizational learning.
- We make data-driven decisions.
- We practice ethical behavior and personal integrity.
The mission of the Weatherford ISD is to teach, challenge, and inspire each student in a safe, nurturing environment to succeed in the global community.
Vision Statement
WISD will be the world-class district of choice.
Value Statements
- We value and respect all students, employees, parents, partners, and our community.
- We demonstrate visionary leadership.
- We engage in and promote personal and organizational learning.
- We make data-driven decisions.
- We practice ethical behavior and personal integrity.
Weatherford ISD offers large school opportunities with a small town approach. The care from our teachers, the support of our community, and the true belief that we are one town, one team is only rivaled by the endless opportunities that Weatherford ISD has to offer students.
Located about 25 miles west of Fort Worth, Weatherford ISD offers public education for approximately 8,100 students enrolled in grades Pre-K through 12. The District has 11 campuses and is spread over 254 square miles.
Elementary Campuses
Today’s elementary classrooms include opportunities for students to connect globally with other classrooms, children’s authors, and subject matter experts through technology such as Skype or Google Hangout. Our campuses also allow students to explore interests outside the normal curriculum through Genius Hours and clubs such as robotics, Minecraft, coding, and more! Our goal is to inspire your child’s love of learning in a safe, nurturing environment.
In addition to academic and club opportunities, Weatherford ISD has been named an Inclusive National Demonstration Site by PlayCore because all elementary campuses have playgrounds that are accessible to all students.
Middle School Campuses
Shirley Hall Middle School and Joe Tison Middle School are home to students in grades 6-8. Our staff and student body work together to build a positive culture of respect and high expectations. Core values such as kindness, respect, honesty, determination and responsibility-- provide guidelines for success in all that we do. Our goal is to help students achieve academically, socially and emotionally as they mature into young adults.
Middle school students also enjoy and excel in many extracurricular activities in fine arts, athletic and academic competitions. These programs provide the foundation for learning the skills and leadership needed for high school participation and achievement.
As we look to the future, we are implementing innovative instructional practices to help prepare our students for a world not yet imagined. Our use of collaborative spaces is one example of our commitment to teach the 21st Century skills that students will need to excel in a global community.
High School Campuses
Weatherford High School is a dynamic educational center comprised of two campuses. The main campus is located just off Interstate 20 and serves students in grades 10-12, while the Ninth Grade Center is located in the center of town in the shadow of the historic downtown square. Weatherford High School educates students in innovative ways, and offers choices that cater to the needs of each student.
Weatherford High School has a thriving Career and Technical Education program and a robust Advanced Placement program. We have an acclaimed Performing and Visual Arts department as well as support programs such as the Rise Academy and Vocational Training Program (18-22 year olds). Advanced Placement and Dual Credit courses offer students the opportunity to choose from more than 20 classes to earn college credit while working towards high school graduation. And, the WHS Collegiate Academy gives our high school students the advantage of earning a high school diploma and an Associate’s degree at the same time.
Kangaroo Nation also supports a robust athletic program with bright future and a history of winning. WHS is the home of the nationally acclaimed Blue Belles and our exceptional Fightin’ Roo Band.
Our Weatherford High School family is a tightly woven partnership of school, parents, and community that exemplifies the town we live in. We often say, “Roo Pride lasts forever”, and if you look at our past, present, and future Roos...that statement rings true.
Community Support
Business leaders and individual community members also have an opportunity to support our school district through PTAs, booster clubs, and the Weatherford ISD Education Foundation. Since the spring of 2001, the WISD Education Foundation has given over $1,300,000 in grants to Weatherford ISD teachers to fund innovative programs in the classroom. The Foundation also provides school supplies for students in need, offers continuing education scholarships for teachers, and funds Heather’s Books – a program that has provided over 1,100 books for Pre-K students since the fall of 2018.
Kids Unite
For working parents, Weatherford ISD’s Kids Unite program offers after school care at each elementary campus as well as a summer day camp program offered on weekdays.
About WISD
7 Elementary Campuses (Pre-K, K-5)
2 Middle Schools (Grades 7-8)
Ninth Grade Center
Weatherford High School
Total Students 8,045
Average Class Size
Kindergarten 18.9
1st Grade 20.2
2nd Grade 19.3
3rd Grade 18.9
4th Grade 18.4
5th Grade 24.2
6th Grade 23.8
Ethnic Distribution
White 65.8%
African American 2.6%
Hispanic 26.7%
American Indian 0.7%
Asian 0.8%
Pacific Islander 0.1%
Two or More Races 3.3%
Graduation Rate
Weatherford ISD 98.7%
Region 90.6%
State 90.0%
Source: 2018-2019 Texas Academic Performance Report
The Kangaroo Mascot
In the early 1920s, WHS coach Ray Morrison, accepted a position at Austin College. Since Coach Morrison was so admired, WHS adopted the mascot of his new school, the kangaroo, as their own.
For More Information
Additional information about Weatherford ISD may be found on its District website (www.weatherfordisd.com) or social media pages such as Facebook (www.facebook.com/weatherfordisd), Twitter (www.twitter.com/weatherford), YouTube (www.youtube.com/weatherfordisd), Pinterest (www.pinterest.com/weatherford), or Instagram (www.instagram.com/wisdroos).
Located about 25 miles west of Fort Worth, Weatherford ISD offers public education for approximately 8,100 students enrolled in grades Pre-K through 12. The District has 11 campuses and is spread over 254 square miles.
Elementary Campuses
Today’s elementary classrooms include opportunities for students to connect globally with other classrooms, children’s authors, and subject matter experts through technology such as Skype or Google Hangout. Our campuses also allow students to explore interests outside the normal curriculum through Genius Hours and clubs such as robotics, Minecraft, coding, and more! Our goal is to inspire your child’s love of learning in a safe, nurturing environment.
In addition to academic and club opportunities, Weatherford ISD has been named an Inclusive National Demonstration Site by PlayCore because all elementary campuses have playgrounds that are accessible to all students.
Middle School Campuses
Shirley Hall Middle School and Joe Tison Middle School are home to students in grades 6-8. Our staff and student body work together to build a positive culture of respect and high expectations. Core values such as kindness, respect, honesty, determination and responsibility-- provide guidelines for success in all that we do. Our goal is to help students achieve academically, socially and emotionally as they mature into young adults.
Middle school students also enjoy and excel in many extracurricular activities in fine arts, athletic and academic competitions. These programs provide the foundation for learning the skills and leadership needed for high school participation and achievement.
As we look to the future, we are implementing innovative instructional practices to help prepare our students for a world not yet imagined. Our use of collaborative spaces is one example of our commitment to teach the 21st Century skills that students will need to excel in a global community.
High School Campuses
Weatherford High School is a dynamic educational center comprised of two campuses. The main campus is located just off Interstate 20 and serves students in grades 10-12, while the Ninth Grade Center is located in the center of town in the shadow of the historic downtown square. Weatherford High School educates students in innovative ways, and offers choices that cater to the needs of each student.
Weatherford High School has a thriving Career and Technical Education program and a robust Advanced Placement program. We have an acclaimed Performing and Visual Arts department as well as support programs such as the Rise Academy and Vocational Training Program (18-22 year olds). Advanced Placement and Dual Credit courses offer students the opportunity to choose from more than 20 classes to earn college credit while working towards high school graduation. And, the WHS Collegiate Academy gives our high school students the advantage of earning a high school diploma and an Associate’s degree at the same time.
Kangaroo Nation also supports a robust athletic program with bright future and a history of winning. WHS is the home of the nationally acclaimed Blue Belles and our exceptional Fightin’ Roo Band.
Our Weatherford High School family is a tightly woven partnership of school, parents, and community that exemplifies the town we live in. We often say, “Roo Pride lasts forever”, and if you look at our past, present, and future Roos...that statement rings true.
Community Support
Business leaders and individual community members also have an opportunity to support our school district through PTAs, booster clubs, and the Weatherford ISD Education Foundation. Since the spring of 2001, the WISD Education Foundation has given over $1,300,000 in grants to Weatherford ISD teachers to fund innovative programs in the classroom. The Foundation also provides school supplies for students in need, offers continuing education scholarships for teachers, and funds Heather’s Books – a program that has provided over 1,100 books for Pre-K students since the fall of 2018.
Kids Unite
For working parents, Weatherford ISD’s Kids Unite program offers after school care at each elementary campus as well as a summer day camp program offered on weekdays.
About WISD
7 Elementary Campuses (Pre-K, K-5)
2 Middle Schools (Grades 7-8)
Ninth Grade Center
Weatherford High School
Total Students 8,045
Average Class Size
Kindergarten 18.9
1st Grade 20.2
2nd Grade 19.3
3rd Grade 18.9
4th Grade 18.4
5th Grade 24.2
6th Grade 23.8
Ethnic Distribution
White 65.8%
African American 2.6%
Hispanic 26.7%
American Indian 0.7%
Asian 0.8%
Pacific Islander 0.1%
Two or More Races 3.3%
Graduation Rate
Weatherford ISD 98.7%
Region 90.6%
State 90.0%
Source: 2018-2019 Texas Academic Performance Report
The Kangaroo Mascot
In the early 1920s, WHS coach Ray Morrison, accepted a position at Austin College. Since Coach Morrison was so admired, WHS adopted the mascot of his new school, the kangaroo, as their own.
For More Information
Additional information about Weatherford ISD may be found on its District website (www.weatherfordisd.com) or social media pages such as Facebook (www.facebook.com/weatherfordisd), Twitter (www.twitter.com/weatherford), YouTube (www.youtube.com/weatherfordisd), Pinterest (www.pinterest.com/weatherford), or Instagram (www.instagram.com/wisdroos).
