Fabens ISD Superintendent Veronica Vijil honored by Sam Houston State University
Times staff report
Fabens Independent School District Superintendent Veronica Vijil was named Distinguished Educator of the Year by the College of Education at Sam Houston State University.
It is the highest honor the university can bestow on alumni, a news release from the district said.
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The award recognizes alumni educators who have made a significant contribution to education, "demonstrating expertise and outstanding service in the classroom, school, district and community."
She is the first Latina to serve as superintendent in Fabens ISD and has remained "committed to mentoring students, supporting teachers, reaching out to the community, and building a strong rapport with the Board of Trustees," a nominator said.
She previously was honored as Spring ISD's Secondary Principal of the Year.