Meet Ms. Williamson, our CTE Educator at the Grand Prairie campus, and hear about connection with Winfree Learners.
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Meet Dr. Stubblefield, our Principal at the Lewisville campus, and hear about why he enjoys working at Winfree Academy.
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Meet Ms. Thompson, our CTE Educator at the NRH campus, and hear about her Winfree Way.
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Mr. Eaton - Social Studies Educator
Meet Mr. Eaton, our Social Studies Educator at the Lewisville campus, and hear about what he finds rewarding about being a Winfree Educator.
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Meet Ms. Anderson, our Math Educator at the Grand Prairie campus, and hear about the teamwork between Winfree Educators.
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Meet Ms. Johnson, our Principal at the Grand Prairie campus, and hear about what why Winfree Academy's been her home for 18 years.
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Meet Ms. Ennis, our Principal at the Richardson campus, and hear about the culture at Winfree Academy.
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Meet Ms. Cox, our English Educator at the Richardson campus, and hear about how she and her fellow educators support Winfree Learners.
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2024 Drone Program - Lewisville Campus
In 2023, Winfree Academy launched it's Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (drone) pilot program. Through this program, learners test with the FAA and
become licensed commercial drone pilots. In addition to the certification and ability to earn income, the program has brought learners
together in a special friend group. Thank you to Mr. Leathers and the learners at Winfree Academy Lewisville for soaring to new heights
with the Drone Program. We look forward to our second cohort of learners testing this Fall at the Richardson campus and being able to
expand this program to our other campuses soon.
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2024 Osprey Award Winner Dallas - Tamoria
"Public school is like the mall - everybody is talking about something, everybody is doing something, everybody is in their own world. I
couldn't continue to give 100%." There were times that Tamoria confided in staff that she thought her life would be better. Through tears
and support, she and staff made each other better. Tamoria learned at Winfree Dalla how to be a genuine leader and her personal definition
of success. Tamoria, you've taken the first step into a new beginning. You can do anything you want to do!
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2024 Osprey Award Winner NRH - Moriah
Moriah's old school wasn't a fit for her... she hated it. When she came to Winfree, she wasn't ready to be successful. Drugs, emotions, and
other distractions kept her from being successful in her coursework. But Moriah never gave up. She returned to school this year determined
that she was going to graduate. Honesty, vulnerability, and trust in staff helped her to be successful this year. We are so proud and
grateful for you Moriah!
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2024 Osprey Award Winner Grand Prairie - Karla
Karla had so many absences at her previous school that she was going to have to go to summer school or repeat the year. So...she came to
Winfree. At first Karla showed up to school, just for attendance, and slept in class. Staff took and individual interest in her and
removed her excuses one-by-one. She's a great example of when life knocks you down, you dust yourself off and get back up. There's no end
to the possibilities that she can accomplish. You did it Karla!
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2024 Osprey Award Winner Richardson - Azdahar
Azdahar faced so many challenges before coming to Winfree. She battled a personal illness that left her completely demotivated. Her first
experiences at Winfree included frustration and anger. But staff was patient. They met her where she was. The educators believed in her
until she was ready to take over and believe in herself. Azdahar - you can do whatever you want to! You make us proud.
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2024 Osprey Award Winner Lewisville - Saila
First in her family to graduate and go to college, Saila was determined to be successful. She exudes positivity and encourages others to
compassionate. She drowned out distractors to focus on what she determined was important. This leader in the classroom is ready to be
leader in her life. Way to go Saila!
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2024 Osprey Award Winner Irving - Daniel
Daniel never liked school…it wasn’t for him. He roamed the halls, stood up a lot, and ran around the class. He visited the office
frequently. After he found that Winfree Academy-Irving was his home, he trusted the process and the staff. This year he visited the office
for advice and guidance. With the support of the Irving educators, he graduated a full year early. He is loved and will be missed. Good
luck Daniel, we’re so proud of you!
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2023 Osprey Award Winner Dallas - Mariela
Mariela dropped out after having her first child. After her second, she decided to come back so that she could set an example for her
babies. She worked at a pace that worked for her. She is now a graduate and knows she can do whatever she puts her mind to.
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2023 Osprey Award Winner North Richland Hills - Maya
This year when Maya came to Winfree, all she wanted to do was goof off and was not concerned with finishing her credits. Then she realized
she needed set goals and graduate. That's exactly what she did!
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2023 Osprey Award Winner Grand Prairie - Briea
When Briea first came to Winfree she had a rocky start. It took her a minute to get going and making the decision that she could graduate.
Once she put her mind to getting her high school diploma there was no stopping her.
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2023 Osprey Award Winner Richardson - Rosemary
Rosemary came from a traditional high school. She had some personal issues that would have her take breaks from coming to school. This
year, she was determined to come back and complete all her classes and graduate.
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2023 Osprey Award Winner Lewisville - Max
Max went to multiple schools before she landed at Winfree. When she first arrived her anxiety took over, but then she realized Winfree was a
safe place where she made friends, became comfortable with the educators and began to blossom!
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2023 Osprey Award Winner Irving - Victoria
Victoria wanted to drop out and just take care of her son. She was about to give up when she realized that the best thing for her son was to
continue coming to school and get her high school diploma.
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