Hatfield Elementary School Official Dedication

W.R. HATFIELD Elementary School Official Dedication October 24, 2023

Northwest Independent School District

Northwest ISD empowers learners and leaders to positively impact the world.

Northwest Independent School District, home to more than 30,000 students across 34 campuses, provides premier educational services and opportunities to families in the northwest corridor of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.

With a vision of empowering learners and leaders to positively impact the world, NISD is committed to providing all students with an education that prepares them for the future – whether in college, the workforce or military. That commitment extends beyond schools, as the district's mission is to collaborate with students, families, communities and global partners to engage in a culture of learning that prepares all students to confidently navigate their future.

The Northwest ISD story began in the late 1800s, when local schools were created to serve children as the population grew amid new railroads, general stores and livery stables. In 1948, the one-school districts of Haslet, Justin, Rhome and Roanoke joined hands to form Northwest ISD. Fairview joined the district the following year, and in 1950, construction began on a consolidated high school.

Encompassing 234 square miles, Northwest ISD serves all or part of 14 cities, towns and communities. These include Aurora, Haslet, Justin, New Fairview, Newark, Northlake, Rhome and Trophy Club, along with portions of Flower Mound, Fort Worth, Keller, Roanoke, Southlake and Westlake. As one of the largest school

districts in the region, Northwest ISD’s geographical area extends into three counties: Denton, Tarrant and Wise.

With the addition of new students during summer months and continued growth, total enrollment grows by approximately 1,500 students per year. The district’s growth is a result of several factors, including the NISD reputation; the amount of active housing developments; the district size; and the attractive housing, retail and business industries in the immediate area.

Northwest ISD’s community has a history of passing bond referendums to keep pace with student population growth. To monitor construction progress across the district and view a timeline of previous bonds, schools and facilities, visit www.nisdtxconstruction.org.

W.R. Hatfield Elementary School

Dedication Ceremony Video Presentation............................................................."Hatfield Elementary: Home of the Cougars" Welcome......................................................................................................................................Mark Foust, Ed.D.

NISD Superintendent of Schools

Pledges.........................Leah Harada, Emma Ingram, Sebastian Martir-Rodriguez, Sydney Shankle "The Star-Spangled Banner"....................................................................... Fourth- and Fifth-Grade Choir Under the Direction of Naoko Harada

Introduction of School Board and Special Guests .......................................................Mark Foust, Ed.D. Message from School Board President........................................................................ R. Stephen Sprowls President, NISD Board of Trustees

Introduction of Staff and Message from Principal...................................................................Jim Mahler

Principal, Hatfield Elementary School

Remembering W.R. Hatfield....................................................................................................... Byron Hatfield Son of W.R. Hatfield

Dedication of School and Gift Presentation ................................................................. Mark Foust, Ed.D. "Hatfield, Our Hatfield" (Written by Jordan Ricks)......................................... Fourth- and Fifth-Grade Choir

Campus tours provided by Hatfield Leadership Club.

W.R. Hatfield Elementary School W.R. Hatfield Elementary School opened its doors for the first day of the 2023-2024 school year on August 16, welcoming more than 700 students and honoring the legacy of a longtime Northwest ISD administrator.

First established in 1998 in its previous building, Hatfield Elementary School serves families in the central portion of Northwest ISD, including the northern edge of the city of Fort Worth. Notably, with the opening of the new building, Hatfield Elementary School received a significant increase in its size, nearly doubling its capacity to the district standard 850-student model.

The new Hatfield features Northwest ISD’s newest elementary school

design, including state-of-the-art learning features. Collaborative learning areas promote teamwork, while open spaces such as the library provide a sense of community where students of all grade levels can see their schoolmates taking part in classes and activities.

At Hatfield, students are part of a safe and nurturing environment where diversity is celebrated, and mutual respect among adults and children is practiced. The school believes parents and caregivers are valued partners in helping all children reach their potential of academic excellence.

The school is named after W.R. Hatfield, who in 1961 joined Northwest ISD as principal of Haslet Elementary School. The following year, he became principal of Northwest High School, a position he held for 17 years. In 1979, he was named the district’s assistant superintendent, a position he remained in until his unexpected death in 1981.

Among many other accomplishments, Mr. Hatfield, an avid golfer in college, started the golf program at Northwest High School.

Outside of his focus on academics, Mr. Hatfield was active in the Texan Booster Club and many other school and professional organizations.

Mr. Hatfield was known for holding high expectations for both academics and behavior. He was a stalwart supporter for both Northwest ISD and education.

His passion of education lives on in his two children, who each obtained a teaching certificate, and two of his three grandchildren graduated from Northwest ISD.

Hatfield Elementary School Staff

Jim Mahler, Principal Robbie Terrell, Assistant Principal Amanda Allen Aynsley Appelhanz Heather Bailey Catherine Baker Jennifer Birdsell Wendy Brock Angela Brown Kristina Clark Sarah Clear Acacia Cleveland Ashley Cole Erin Conner Allison Craven Kristin Daugherty Megan Donovan Patrice Dryer Chelsea Dullye

Ashley Ehirim Aspen Eibert Traci Fleeman Jennifer Gackenbach Annelise Gingery Teri Glasz Naoko Harada Chaunteau Hardisty Carlie Hatley Sarah Hilburn Michele Jenkins Melissa Johnson Evelyn Kane Pitsamai Karnkla Elizabeth Kent Morgan King Amanda Kopp

Empowering students to be positive, confident world changers

Christina Lincoln Tida Macmahon Sandy Masterson Emily McCoy Chelsea Melna Leah Merryfield Mindi Mills Christie Nelson Kendra Nelson Debra Nesbitt Sarah Parry Daryl Perkins Judith Pittman Vijay Pradeep Manickam Angelia Preston Sierra Reeves Rhonda Riley

Heather Rogers Rosalma Romo Stephanie Rowe Rebecca Runkles Angie Schneider Kimberly Strachan Theresa Sturgeon Nikita Taupier Tonya Taylor Frances Tracy Lesha Valencia Claudia Vega Garcia Tyra Voholetz Brianna Wagner Abigail Walker Melissa Washburn Ashley Zondor

Architect

NISD Board of Trustees

Huckabee

R. Stephen Sprowls – President Mark Schluter – Vice President DeAnne Hatfield – Secretary Anne Davis-Simpson, Ph.D. – Trustee Lillian Rauch, Ph.D. – Trustee Judy Copp – Trustee Jennifer Murphy – Trustee

General Contractor Ratcliff

MEP Engineer EMP, Inc.

Civil Engineer Teague, Nail, and Perkins, Inc.

NISD Construction Team Tim McClure, AIA – Assistant Superintendent for Facilities Sarah Stewart, MBA – Executive Director of Planning Tommy Osborne, AIA – Executive Director of Construction Chuck Graham – Construction Manager Troy Wolfe – Construction Specialist

NISD Executive Cabinet Mark Foust, Ed.D. – Superintendent Kim Barker – Assistant Superintendent for HR Cara Carter – Chief Technology Officer Michael Griffin, Ed.D. – Assistant Superintendent for C&I Christie Hobbs – General Counsel Tim McClure, AIA – Assistant Superintendent for Facilities Jonathan Pastusek – Chief Financial Officer Jennifer Roberts – Exec. Assistant to the Superintendent Angela Scott – Public Affairs Coordinator Anthony Tosie – Executive Director of Communications

W.R. Hatfield Elementary School • 936 Blackhorse Trail • Fort Worth, Texas 76247 • 817-215-0350