Hello there,
Vickiela Wright leads with heart, and Texas is listening is the latest ATPE News feature, spotlighting the 2026 Texas Teacher of the Year and proud ATPE member. It offers a warm look at how Vickiela centers student voice and leads by truly listening to her students.
It also highlights how relationships shape the classroom experience and influence student growth. Her story is a reminder that connection is often at the heart of meaningful learning.
Up for discussion: What part of Vickiela's journey or teaching approach resonated most with you?
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David George
Managing Editor
Association of Texas Professional Educators
atpe.org | atpenews.org
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