District News

WACO, TX — Waco Independent School District is proud to announce that our Superintendent has been selected as a 2025-26 Superintendent to Watch by the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA). This prestigious national honor recognizes school district leaders who demonstrate dynamic, fast-paced leadership and a steadfast commitment to clear, impactful communication.

Out of a highly competitive field of nominees from across the country, our Superintendent is one of only 30 leaders nationwide to receive this distinction this year. The award is specifically designed for superintendents with fewer than five years of experience who excel at using innovative communication technology to engage their school communities and integrate these efforts into their district's strategic vision.

"This recognition is a testament to the hard work and collective vision of our entire Waco ISD team," said Dr. Tiffany Spicer. "Transparent communication is the foundation of the trust we build with our families and staff. It ensures that every student’s potential remains our top priority as we move forward together."

Under the current leadership, Waco ISD has reached significant milestones, including:

• The launch of the 2025-2030 Strategic Plan, which emphasizes radical intentionality in closing student achievement gaps.
• An upward trend in graduation rates, reaching approximately 86% for the 2024-2025 school year.
• The implementation of the Office of School Leadership to support and empower campus leaders in real-time.

NSPRA officially announced this year’s honorees in an all-member alert today, January 9, 2026. The recipients will be formally recognized at the NSPRA 2026 National Seminar this July in New Orleans.

For more information about Waco ISD’s initiatives and the 2025-2030 Strategic Plan, please visit wacoisd.org.