About HEB ISD
The Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District provides a
world-class education for 20,000 students. HEB ISD has a 50-year
history of giving students the edge they need to compete after
high school. Students leave the district ready to take on
college, advanced technical training, or the workforce.
The District is recognized across the state and
nationwide for its superior curriculum, low
teacher-student ratios, and a singular focus
on instructional spending. This fine-tuned
combination consistently makes HEB ISD
the district of choice for families who
want
their children to have an academic edge.
HEB ISD is rich with diversity, which gives the district a distinctly international flavor. Students come from homes where more than 60 different native languages are spoken. These include children from Pakistan, the Sudan, Mexico, India, Vietnam, and South Korea. The HEB community has one of the largest Tongan populations outside of the South Pacific.
Preparing children to complete on a global stage takes a concerted effort. Every department, campus, and teacher works to support student achievement. Everyone must work together to prepare each student for the future, but in the end, it is students' responsibility to take charge of their learning. Teachers have high expectations for their students, and they will give them the resources to take ownership of their education.
This cultural environment provides students with the ability to interact on a global level, in the comfort of a school setting. When HEB students attend college with students from around the world, they will already have the experience of working with international peers. This prior experience will give them an added advantage in school and on the job.
In addition to a rich student life experience, HEB ISD offers a variety of international programs to help students prepare for living in a global economy. Elementary Spanish Immersion, junior high Hindi and Mandarin languages, and high school International Baccalaureate are only a few of the unique academic enrichment opportunities available.
The District benefits from a strong relationship with the three municipalities, Tarrant County College, the HEB Chamber of Commerce, HEB Economic Development Foundation, HEB Education Foundation, Rotary Club of HEB, and local businesses and volunteers. Community support is an essential part of the HEB ISD success story.
Giving students that extra “edge” is not new in HEB. In 1958, three cities consolidated their school districts to form the Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD. This was the first of many forward-thinking, visionary actions taken in order to provide a unique education found only in HEB ISD. After 50 years of academic excellence, the District is well positioned to continue offering an unmatched education to all students.
Vision Statement
Empowering Today to Excel Tomorrow
Our Mission
HEB ISD will maintain the quality of personnel and rigorous curriculum and instructional design necessary to meet the challenge of successfully educating our increasingly diverse population in an atmosphere that fosters strong character, encourages academic, physical, and creative achievement, and ensures student safety.
District Goals
Students today face a uniquely challenging future. Graduation requirements have increased, and high stakes tests have been introduced at all levels. In addition, the cost of a college education is escalating at a pace that exceeds the inflation rate. In response to these realities, the Board of Trustees adopted five goals at the July 27, 2004 board meeting. These goals, which will guide the District from 2004-2009, address student achievement; effective and efficient operations for all components; quality teaching, administrative, and support staff; safe, healthy and nurturing schools; and enduring relationships with stakeholders. The District Improvement Plan describes the actions in place to accomplish the goals. The goals and District Improvement Plan are posted here.
Core Messages
1. Students are responsible for their own learning.
2. Quality teachers and effective schools are essential to students' learning.
3. Parents and patrons are vital partners in the educational process.
4. A safe environment for every student and employee is a prerequisite to learning.
5. Decisions and actions, at all levels, focus on and support effective student learning.