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.
February's Teacher of the Month is none other than Ray H. Darr Elementary School's, Mrs. Adriana Vargas. Mrs. Vargas is a true and natural leader in grade level, campus, and district. She has been grade level chari for over 5 years and she is also a successful UIL Coach, who regularly places. She also has spent many years as Darr's dedicated Student Council Sponsor and even amongst all these responsibilites, she finds time to mentor other teachers and serve ast TCTA Representative. Mrs. Vargas works closely with the district's Math Department Director.
Mrs. Vargas is the type of teacher who takes the "no excuses" apporach with her students; she expects nothing but the very best! She sets high expectations as this is evident in her repeated high scores. Mrs. Vargas' 5th grade Math STAAR scores are always above 90% and last school year, she scored 100%. Her continued success is a direct result of her hard work. This hard working ethic is instilled in her students. The have access to her early in the morning, during PE, and after school. Mrs. Vargas' open door policy leaves no room for failure.
Mrs. Vargs will continue to bring success to her students as she serves as at real inspiration for all educators and studnets alike. Her efforts do not go unnoticed and for all these reasons and more, Mrs. Vargas is Teacher of the Month.
A segment will appear on iVision throughout the month of December detailing many more accomplishments of Mrs. Vargas. This month she will also appear on community media, news publications and the EPISD website throughout February 2020. 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.
