Eagle Pass Independent School District has partnered with local businesses throughout our city to highlight the Teacher of the Month program, which honors educators who have made a difference in our community. The program recognizes outstanding kindergarten, elementary, junior high, and high school teachers in Eagle Pass, Texas.
November's Teacher of the Month is none other than CC Winn High School's, Mr. Jesus Fuentes. Mr. Fuentes is not only an excellent colleague, he is a remarkable teacher and friend to the community.
Every year, Mr. Fuentes puts together the Frontera Film Festival which involves many hours and days of the working and planning. He coordinates with his students, teachers from various campuses, and the community to bring together a two day weekend of fun for everyone! He is also the Coordinator of the yearly kayak race in the Rio Grande.
Not only does he contribute so much to the community, he is steadfast in his teaching. He goes above and beyond to help his students. He works long hours after school, early hours before school, and the weekends to prepare, plan, and motivate students to achieve the best performance. He ia always happy, attentive, helpful, and all around a positive motivator that rallies students and staff alike.
For all these reasons and more, Mr. Fuentes is Teacher of the Month.
A segment will appear on iVision throughout the month of November detailing many more accomplishments of Mr. Fuentes. This month he will also appear on community media, news publications and the EPISD website throughout November 2019. A teacher will be selected each month through May 2020 for a total of eight (8) honorees. The “Teacher of the Month” will be chosen based on educational achievements in the classroom, community contributions and innovative programs and techniques used by the teacher. The “Teacher of the Month” will receive a certificate of recognition and will be featured on iVision, local media news, news publications and radio broadcasting. Additionally, each “Teacher of the Month” will receive donations from local businesses.
Each T.O.M is receiving a “V.I.T (Very Important Teacher) Parking Pass”, a jean voucher for a month, Whataburger Gift Card, and Class Cash to purchase class room supplies. Additionally, each “Teacher of the Month” will receive donations from local businesses. Thank You Border Federal Credit Union, Ashley Furniture, 1212 Chisolm Group, EPISD Spirit Ambassadors, and Peter Piper Pizza.
