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Celebrating GISD's Centennial
Businesswoman Heather Peal Announces for Pct 4
Paula Doerfler, student and educator for 62 of GISD's 100 years
Dr. Fred Brent and TX Rep Terry Wilson
Businesswoman Heather Peal launched her campaign for Williamson County Precinct 4 Commissioner in the 2018 Republican Primary election. “My message is simple,” said Peal. “I will be an advocate for all of Precinct 4. For too long, there has been a reactive versus proactive approach east of Hwy 130. We are facing an ‘If you build it, they will come; if you don’t build it they will come anyway’ reality with no real plan for the future. We must recruit new businesses, which will mean great-paying jobs, develop a comprehensive plan on mobility and improve our infrastructure. At the same time, we must expand the economy in Pct. 4 responsibly while lowering taxes and debt; that is why I am running for Pct. 4 Commissioner.” Peal continued, “The Commissioners Court is the governing and management body of Williamson County, responsible for the administration of all County business, all budgetary decisions and setting the tax rate each year. My experience in the private sector—signing the front of the paycheck as a Managing Partner for one of the fastest growing Engineering Design Build firms in Texas—provides the knowledge needed in government. It’s time we start running Williamson County as if it were a successful private sector business, placing the taxpayers first.” After graduating from Stoney Point High School, Peal attended Mary Hardin Baylor where she studied Nursing and Psychology. Currently, she is a Managing Partner of Peal & Associates, headquartered in Round Rock. Peal is a member of the Williamson County Republican Women, Georgetown Area Republican Women, Round Rock Momentum Chamber Group, Hutto Chamber, Taylor Chamber and Georgetown Chamber. Peal and her family attend Celebration Church in Georgetown. Heather is married to Jake and they have two children, Jax, 5, and their latest addition, Ryker. Peal said, “As a mom, public safety is one of my top priorities. Williamson County has a long-standing reputation of being one of the safest counties in the nation for families to raise children. Every election has meant listening to campaign promises using our first responders as political props. It is imperative those unfulfilled pledges stop and we provide our Law Enforcement, EMS and Fire Fighters the tools and training necessary to keep us safe.” Peal concluded, “Precinct 4 is my home. I will work every day to put the interests of our taxpayers first. I look forward to serving you and ask for your support and vote in the 2018 Republican Primary.”
Georgetown ISD officially kicked off its 100-Year Celebration February 27 at the historic courthouse on the Square. A crowd of about 150 supporters, teachers, former students, and elected officials sang "Happy Birthday", heard achievements and future plans from Superintendent Dr. Fred Brent and enjoyed musical performances from East View and Georgetown High School choir and orchestra. School Board Trustee Ben Stewart said before the ceremony; "One hundred years is an amazing thing for a public education system. You don't hear that every day and just think about what this will mean for our kids. Looking at what it does for our youth; without it kids wind up going down a different path and we're going to spend money on kids one way or another. Putting that money into education is the best thing we can do. I think we're on the right track here and I just hope people will come see the schools, see what we're doing and enjoy the successes that we have here." Representative Wilson's greetings included; "House Resolution 549 acknowledges not only he success of the past 100 years but blessings for the future of the Georgetown ISD and the community that continues to inspire children." Dr. Brent began with the vision for GISD as the most inspired students educated by the most empowered leaders. "Our mission really does drive what we do in the District. Today we are not only celebrating a milestone but as public education in general as a cornerstone of our community and our democracy. It is only fitting that this week, districts across Texas are celebrating Public Schools Week. Every day, real life engagement and profound learning occurs; something our teachers and students know well.
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^^Annie Purl Milestones students read 1840: Southwestern University charmilestones tered. Created a culture where school was highly valued in Georgetown. << EVHS 1854: The Common School law funded choir National the first state public schools in Texas Anthem 1894: (January) Georgetown voted for the city to assume control of the public You have been given a rare gift and built school system. something special and I encourage you to 1894: Southwestern University sold hold on to it, tightly and grow the gift." land to the city upon which Annie Purl Dr. Brent listed the milestones in GISD Elementary was built. since 1840 (right) and honored Annie 1901: Annie Purl matriculated as a Purl as the valedictorian of the first gradmember of the first graduating class uating class of GHS. He quoted Ms. Purl, of Georgetown High School. She "We might find something each child can taught in Georgetown until 1950. (Her do well for his own sake. You can not 49 years are only surpassed by Paula predict by any stated scale that a child Doerfler's 50 years as an educator at will be a failure so we must find where McCoy Elementary—1966-2016) 1916: Southwestern University sold a each child needs help and nurture that." building to the city to use as GeorgeGISD has many events planned over town High School. The building is the next year. They are currently collectnow Williams Elementary ing memorabilia from the past century for 1917: February 27, Texas Senate Bill display and historical record. During the 225 formally created Georgetown month of March, students can compete in Independent School District after a t-shirt contest and there will be special Georgetown residents voted to assume events during the Red Poppyfest in April. control over the public schools. In May, the district will celebrated the 1918: GISD boasted 729 students en100th graduating class, and the last cererolled. Students were in class 80 days mony at Williams Elementary. of the year. Six men and ten women The new Annie Purl Elementary will graduated from Georgetown High open in August of this year for new School. students and next year's football season 2016-17: GISD has over 11,500 stuwill include a grand celebration of the dents, and last year graduated 767 Centennial. seniors.
GISD Rezoning Welcome Nights
We know that transitioning between schools is never easy, and GISD wants to make the transition as smooth as possible. We are doing our best to ensure that families in the changing attendance zones are notified, and we hope you will help us spread the word to your neighbors and friends regarding the upcoming meetings and encourage everyone to attend a Rezoning Welcome Night at their new school. • Mitchell Elementary When: March 7 and March 9 Time: 6 p.m.
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