ILTexas Westpark K8

Others Before Self and Servant Leadership
Folks, there are so many supporting values that are foundational to the ideas that went into the creation of International Leadership Of Texas and into our leadership traits of servant leadership, and the concept of “others before self”. For me personally, recalling part of a letter in a very old book of 2000 years ago that specifically talks about, “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.” Also reflecting on Memorial Day and what it means and especially what it means to those of us who have led others into combat I came across this reflection from a fellow combat Marine veteran and he says in words how most of us veterans feel and frankly struggle with the Memorial Day weekend. Please take a look at this article, and please reflect on how each of us could find more ways to be examples of servant leadership and in putting others before self. With the greatest of respect for each of you. - Eddie Conger

The Hard Question Memorial Day Asks of the Living Jake Wood is a Marine combat veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan. He is the CEO of Groundswell, founder and chairman of Team Rubicon, and the author of the memoir Once a Warrior.

Please see the following statement from International Leadership of Texas and Superintendent Eddie Conger.

☀️🎉 What an AMAZING two days of Field Day fun at Westpark K8! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️💦

Our students had a blast participating in exciting games, team challenges, races, and outdoor activities filled with laughter, teamwork, and school spirit! From start to finish, the energy and smiles were unforgettable. 😄💙💛

A huge thank you to our staff, volunteers, and everyone who helped make these past two days such a success for our students. We loved seeing our Eagles make memories, cheer each other on, and have FUN together! 🦅✨


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☀️🎉 ¡Qué INCREÍBLES fueron estos dos días de diversión durante el Field Day en Westpark K8! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️💦

Nuestros estudiantes se divirtieron muchísimo participando en emocionantes juegos, retos en equipo, carreras y actividades al aire libre llenas de risas, trabajo en equipo y espíritu escolar. ¡De principio a fin, la energía y las sonrisas fueron inolvidables! 😄💙💛

¡Muchísimas gracias a nuestro personal, voluntarios y a todos los que ayudaron a hacer de estos dos días un gran éxito para nuestros estudiantes! Nos encantó ver a nuestros Eagles creando recuerdos, apoyándose unos a otros y DIVIRTIÉNDOSE juntos. 🦅✨


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Please join us in celebrating the incredible teachers and staff members of Westpark K8 for their dedication, leadership, and outstanding accomplishments! 🎉

A special congratulations to our staff members celebrating 10 years of service to International Leadership of Texas — Mrs. Ajo, Mrs. Canales, Mrs. Green, Mrs. Garcia, Ms. Metts, Mrs. Gutierrez, and Mrs. Chen. Thank you for a decade of commitment to our students, families, and school community! 💙💛

We would also like to give an extra BIG congratulations to Mrs. Spivey for being named Teacher of the Houston Area and the Entire Charter for Grades 3–5! What an amazing achievement and well-deserved recognition of her passion and excellence in education! 🌟

Finally, we are proud to recognize our Westpark K8 Teachers and Staff Members of the Year:
🏆 Mrs. Lagarde
🏆 Mrs. Spivey
🏆 Mrs. Metts
🏆 Mrs. Gutierrez

Thank you all for the positive impact you make every single day. Westpark K8 is stronger because of your dedication, hard work, and heart for students! ❤️

¡Acompáñenos a celebrar a los increíbles maestros y miembros del personal de Westpark K8 por su dedicación, liderazgo y logros sobresalientes! 🎉

Un reconocimiento muy especial para los miembros del personal que celebran 10 años de servicio en International Leadership of Texas — Mrs. Ajo, Mrs. Canales, Mrs. Green, Mrs. Garcia, Ms. Metts, Mrs. Gutierrez y Mrs. Chen. ¡Gracias por una década de compromiso con nuestros estudiantes, familias y comunidad escolar! 💙💛

También queremos dar una felicitación aún MÁS GRANDE a Mrs. Spivey por haber sido nombrada Maestra del Área de Houston y de todo el charter para los grados 3.º a 5.º. ¡Qué logro tan increíble y un reconocimiento más que merecido por su pasión y excelencia en la educación! 🌟

Finalmente, nos sentimos orgullosos de reconocer a nuestras Maestras y Miembros del Personal del Año de Westpark K8:
🏆 Mrs. Lagarde
🏆 Mrs. Spivey
🏆 Mrs. Metts
🏆 Mrs. Gutierrez

Gracias a todos por el impacto positivo que hacen cada día. ¡Westpark K8 es más fuerte gracias a su dedicación, esfuerzo y gran corazón para servir a nuestros estudiantes! ❤️