the students grow,” she comments.“But when those teachers come to me and they talk about what the students have taught them, it’s really cool. Whether it’s an academic thing or just a life lesson, it happens all the time.” Looking ahead, Hawley ISD is prioritizing instructional excellence. “We are really focusing this upcoming year on coaching teachers, and I think that’s one of the things I’m most excited about,” conveys Dr. McBrayer. “We have a group of core lead teachers that are really strong, that are getting trained on how to have good coaching conversations with a teacher that may be struggling, or a teacher that just needs to improve on certain aspects of instruction.” With a clear commitment to quality education, preparation for the future, and student well-being, Hawley ISD is shaping an educational environment where every learner can thrive. A VISION FOR LEARNING AND LEADERSHIP When asked what fuels her work as superintendent, Dr. McBrayer remarks, “For me, it’s more about relationships than just education, just seeing growth in adults, growth in students, and feeling like maybe I can help facilitate that for some people.” On the subject of lifelong learning, Principal Grisham describes it as a continuous exchange between teachers and students. “One of our jobs is to help 262 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 08
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