Charles Butt Foundation Selects Chapel Hill ISD for Harvard Institute
Tyler, Texas — The Charles Butt Foundation, a non-profit pursuing a more equitable and prosperous future for all Texans through education and community partnerships, has selected Bethany Moody, Principal of Kissam Intermediate, as one of 30 principals from traditional and charter school districts across Texas to attend a weeklong summer institute at the Principals’ Center at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, led by Harvard faculty and other national and international experts.
The Raising School Leaders program is designed to inspire, challenge and empower school leaders to bring lasting impact to their campuses and communities, the entire state of Texas, and beyond. Following the Harvard institute, attendees remain a part of the program’s statewide network of school leaders, work together to create change at the campus and district levels, and receive continuous support and professional development.
“I have an overwhelming feeling of gratitude for this opportunity. I really enjoy the team and family I work with at Chapel Hill and view this as an opportunity to share strengths and find solutions for us from a dynamic group of people. I am grateful for those that have poured into me in the past and for this opportunity to grow,” said Ms. Moody.
“Great teachers, along with strong school and district leaders, represent the most significant influencers of academic achievement and supportive culture,” said Tim Miller, Director of Leadership Development at the Charles Butt Foundation. “Our alumni report that their Harvard experience is the best professional development they have ever experienced and that they return to their campuses energized, inspired, and empowered to make meaningful change that benefits all students.”
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Since 1950 Chapel Hill ISD has been dedicated to providing a well-rounded education for our students. Currently serving a student body of 3,380, CHISD is rated as 4A Division 1 by the University Interscholastic League with grades from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. The District is located in eastern Smith County, Texas and covers 118 square miles.