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For 10 years, Principal Edgar Tibayan has been an educator in one of Texas' poorest and most isolated school districts. He relates and connects so effectively with his students because he himself grew up in extreme poverty. His defining message? Poverty does not define a person's destiny. This video was first published by the Raise Your Hand Texas Foundation (which became the Charles Butt Found...

Sarah Walker, an English and Wellness Teacher at The Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders in Austin Independent School District, shares about a high school teacher that left a lasting impact on her, and shaped how she treats her own students today.

We believe every student, in every Texas classroom, must have an effective teacher every year. In 2017, we launched the Raising Texas Teachers initiative in an effort to make that goal a reality. Raising Texas Teachers is a three-pronged teacher workforce strategy that aims to: diversify and deepen the talent pool through the Charles Butt Scholarship for Aspiring Teachers, raise the quality of ...

Meet Uriel Iglesias, a 4th Grade Bilingual Teacher and Charles Butt Scholar Alum, in this story highlighting his journey to becoming a teacher and the incredible impact he's making in his students' lives. Uriel's ability to show up as his authentic self in the classroom helps him build strong connections with his students. "That's probably my favorite part about teaching, bringing my own person...

A few Charles Butt Scholarship for Aspiring Teachers recipients share what it means to have the support of the Charles Butt Foundation on their journey to becoming a teacher.

Eric Hale is a second-grade teacher at David G. Burnet Elementary School in Dallas ISD. In 2021 he received the distinguished honor of Texas Teacher of the Year. His teaching journey began with a great teacher who saw and nurtured his potential.

It is important for educational leaders to prioritize their students’ and staffs’ mental health during the school year ahead and incorporate trauma-informed teaching practices into the classroom. Leading with care and compassion will help build the conditions necessary to begin addressing the tremendous learning loss and trauma felt by an entire generation of students and help lead to a strong ...

The path Dr. Victor Rios had set for himself as a junior in high school looked very different from where he is now. After dropping out of school multiple times, Rios did not see himself as someone he could believe in. But someone else did - Mrs. Russ. “She relentlessly would approach me, check in on me, smile, see how I was doing. If I wasn’t at school for weeks at a time, she’d go knock on my ...

Welcome to CBF Connect: Your networking platform! You are invited to join our new platform for all participants of our statewide initiatives. We’ve long dreamed of strengthening our network and deepening our connections virtually, and now CBF Connect is here! The purpose of CBF Connect is to create a strong, connected community of educators across Texas who are united in their efforts to serve ...

In the world of education, there are teachers who leave an indelible mark on their students’ lives. Vicki Phillips, CEO of the National Center on Education and the Economy, shared a tribute to her high school geometry teacher in a heartfelt interview during our 2023 Leadership Symposium. Despite facing challenging circumstances in her youth, Ms. Bright’s uplifting presence fueled Phillips’ sens...

During our 2022 Leadership Symposium, we had the pleasure of sitting down with one of our keynote speakers, Dr. Joe Sanfelippo, to talk about the teacher who made all the difference in his life. “You just have to have those people that are willing to say something.” Teachers have the power to change the trajectory of a student’s life. One simple act of encouragement from his teacher inspired Dr...

“I can see a teacher in every grade level. Honestly, because they all gave me something different.” Twyla Masterson, a community advocate in Fort Worth, Texas, speaks about the many teachers throughout her lifetime that left a lasting impression upon her. Teachers paying attention to her specific needs and talents shaped her self worth and motivated her to do her best. Because of these dedicate...

The Charles Butt Scholarship for Aspiring Teachers application is now open! Learn more about eligible universities and programs, deadlines, and how to apply at charlesbuttfdn.org/scholarship/. The Charles Butt Scholarship is designed specifically for passionate aspiring teachers looking to make a difference in the lives of Texas public school students. Scholarship recipients receive: $8,000 or ...

Tania Tasneem, a teacher at Kealing Middle School in @austinisd credits her parents and public school teachers for her passion for education. Teachers are critical to preparing students for their future. Which teacher changed the trajectory of your life? Share with us in the comments.

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