Worsham Elementary Celebrates 50th Anniversary

Barbara Worsham-Center joined Aldine ISD Trustees, administrators, and current and former principals of Worsham Elementary School at its 50th anniversary celebration on Friday, Feb. 7.

The school, formerly known as Oakwilde Elementary School, was named after Mrs. Worsham-Center’s late husband, Bill, who served as the school’s principal for 25 years from 1967-1992. Oakwilde was re-named in his honor after he passed away in 1992.

Pictured are, front row (l-r): Aldine ISD Superintendent Dr. Wanda Bamberg, Board Secretary Dr. Alton Smith, Mrs. Worsham-Center, former Worsham principals Nancy Blackwell, Norma Garcia-Leza, Holly Fisackerly and Dr. Kristin Craft. Second row (l-r): current principal Denise Meister, Board Member Merlin Griggs, Deputy Superintendent Dr. Archie Blanson, and MacArthur Area Superintendent Ann Stockwell. Pictured in the third row is Board President Steve Mead. The Worsham 50th Choir performed during the celebration. Dr. Bamberg, Mr. Mead and Ms. Meister delivered remarks during the event.