January is School Board Recognition Month and Van Alstyne ISD is joining other districts
across the state to thank these community volunteers for their commitment and contributions
to our public schools.

School board members serve countless hours working to make public education the best it
can be for every child. In a climate of change and challenge, they develop policies and make
tough decisions on complex educational and social issues that affect the entire community
and the lives of individual students. They bear responsibility and oversight in Van Alstyne ISD
for an annual budget of $16 million; 1610 students, in grades Pre-K - 12th grade; more than
210 employees; and 3 campuses.

Preparing today’s students to be productive citizens and the leaders of tomorrow is a
tremendous task. As elected officials, school board members are the voice of their
communities, serving first and foremost in the best interest of our schoolchildren.

We proudly salute these education advocates as they provide vision and leadership for
student achievement, academic programs, district funding, and school facilities. Their service
ensures that decisions about local public schools are made by those most familiar with the
needs of our community’s children and families. These dedicated individuals deserve
recognition and thanks for their unfailing commitment to the continuing success of our
students now and in the future.

The men and women serving Van Alstyne ISD are:

Randall Morgan (President)
Dennis Smith (Vice-President)
Debbie Nance (Secretary)
Jim Atchison
Kurt Himmelreich
David Kerr,
Steve Roddy

Great leadership always begins with a willing heart, a positive attitude, and a desire to make a
difference. Please join us as we applaud these local leaders for helping our kids soar to
success.