Jordan High School educator named Claes Nobel Educator of Distinction

Hailey-Ann Booth, an educator at Jordan High School, was recently selected as a Claes Nobel Educator of Distinction by The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS).

Booth, who is also the school’s Career Technology Education (CTE) department chair and the Jordan High School 2021 Teacher of the Year, was nominated by a student for her outstanding devotion and commitment to being a role model for her students.

Each year, student members of NSHSS are invited to nominate educators who have made the most significant contribution to their academic success for the Claes Nobel Educator of Distinction award. This award recognizes those exemplary educators whose passion inspires students to strive for success.

“Being selected for this award is truly an honor,” Booth said. “Guiding students in one of the most transitional periods of their lives is my priority. My passion is to inspire students to grow and develop as leaders, and it is extremely rewarding to be able to contribute to their academic career.”

The NSHSS seeks to advance the goals and aspirations of high-achieving students through unique learning experiences, scholarships, internships, international study and peer networks. NSHSS is continually seeking new ways to provide lifetime learning and growth opportunities for academically talented and accomplished student leaders, and the educators who support them.

Seven Lakes High School student wins at art contest

Gabriela Bautista Teíllez, a Seven Lakes High School student, was a winner of the National Shine a Light on Bilingualism student art contest, a K-12 student art contest that celebrates Hispanic culture and bilingualism.

Taylor High School student placed as grand champion

Madailein Fitch, a Taylor High School student, competed with her Agriscience Fair Project and placed as the grand champion of Food Products and Processing Systems at the State Fair of Texas earlier this month in Dallas.

Madailein took home a $1,000 scholarship and is on the road to compete at National Convention in two weeks.