MISD earns second consecutive CKH National Showcase District title

 Midlothian ISD has been named a Capturing Kids’ Hearts® National Showcase District, with 11 of its campuses earning the prestigious National Showcase School designation. This honor reflects our commitment to fostering a culture where every student feels connected to their school and eager to learn. Through the consistent implementation of CKH process, our dedicated educators have created environments that prioritize strong relationships and positive school culture.

Schools must demonstrate measurable improvements in key performance indicators, various campus data points, and staff and student survey participation to achieve this recognition. This is MISD's fourth school year of CKH implementation, and it is the district’s second year to earn this national title.

In addition to your district award, the following campuses will be honored and celebrated as Capturing Kids’ Hearts® National Showcase Schools:

T.E. Baxter Elementary School

Jean Coleman Elementary School

Dolores W. McClatchey Elementary School

J.R. Irvin Elementary School

Longbranch Elementary School

Larue Miller Elementary School

Mt. Peak Elementary School

J.A. Vitovsky Elementary School

Dieterich Middle School

Walnut Grove Middle School

Midlothian High School

Becoming a CKH National Showcase Schools® (NSS) Awardee is a high aspiration and a recognition of excellence. Campuses selected for this status have demonstrated an ability to implement CKH with fidelity. This includes ensuring that 70 percent of instructional staff have completed the proper CKH training and received a nomination from the school's assigned CKH Strategist. The designation also considers key performance indicators, various campus data points, and staff and student survey participation.

Through experiential training, expert coaching, a learning curriculum for students, and personalized support, Capturing Kids' Hearts® equips professionals. The Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase Schools® and National Showcase Districts® Awards recognize and celebrate schools producing exemplary outcomes using the Capturing Kids’ Hearts® Process. Award winners demonstrate a high level of performance and a positive culture and climate for learning. The program was established in 1990 and is used in schools nationwide.

“We are really proud to be named a National Showcase District® and to have nearly 80 percent of our schools named National Showcase School® awardees is special,” said Superintendent Dr. David Belding. “Our staff is so purposeful in building relationships with students and families to bridge school and home. They are champions who are inspiring excellence each and every day, and CKH is a tool that helps us accomplish great things.” 

MISD implemented CKH during the 2021-22 school year and funded the districtwide program lauch through the use of federal ESSER funding and continues to support the program using primarily Title funding and CKH Foundation grant funding. Since implementing the program, district and campus leaders, including teachers, have committed to investing in growing a culture focused on relationship building. 

“Our MISD cultural tenets are embedded in relationships and that aligns beautifully with the philosophy of Capturing Kids’ Hearts,” said Chief Academic Officer Shelle Blaylock. “Our culture is all about being a family, honoring relationships, celebrating diversity, and unlocking one's unlimited potential. CKH cultivates relationships between teachers and students to support the enhancement of school culture where students thrive.”