Dr. Wanda Bamberg receives SHSU Distinguished Educator Award

Aldine ISD Superintendent Dr. Wanda Bamberg was one of six recipients of the Distinguished Educators of the Year Award presented by the Sam Houston State University College of Education. Dr. Bamberg received the award during a ceremony held at the college on March 5.

Dr. Bamberg was cited for her contributions to the field of education through her expertise and service as an educator.

During her 39 years as an educator, Dr. Bamberg has positively impacted future generations through her dedication to success in all aspects of the field.

She began her career as an English teacher in Aldine ISD and worked her way up through various positions in the Curriculum and Instruction Department before being named Superintendent of Schools in 2007.

During her tenure in Aldine, Dr. Bamberg has used her expertise in curriculum and instruction to provide numerous opportunities for the district’s 70,000-plus students, the majority of who are economically disadvantaged.

Among those was Aldine ISD winning the Broad Prize for Urban Education in 2009, a million dollar scholarship award that recognizes large urban districts for improvement and achievement.

Also under Dr. Bamberg’s leadership, many secondary students now receive scholarship funds and other resources to use toward a college education through the creation of the Aldine Education Foundation; partnering with the Aldine-Greenspoint YMCA, students also have access to organized sports and activities at their schools.

Dr. Bamberg also participates in such organizations as Bonding Against Adversity and Mission Greenspoint, which assist families and children in the community with educational, financial and other essential services.

Another highlight of her tenure as superintendent was the passage of a $798 million bond referendum in the fall of 2015 that will improve existing facilities, expand technology, open new campuses and address the district’s future growth.

Dr. Bamberg’s influence goes far beyond the district’s boundaries as she frequently testifies before the Texas Legislature on the impact different bills might have on programs and students, which benefits the educational environment across Texas. In addition, she enlightens many others through presentations on curriculum and leadership by sharing the success story of Aldine ISD.

Colleagues praise Dr. Bamberg’s ability to lead a diverse urban school district that places students as the priority, reaching them through innovative instructional programs and the creation of a true educational community.