Curriculum & Instruction
Curriculum and Instruction Mission: "Whatever It Takes"
At Poteet ISD, our Curriculum and Instruction Department is dedicated to ensuring that our students receive the highest quality education. We are committed to aligning the written, taught, and tested curriculum to equip students with the academic skills and experiences necessary for high achievement. Our goal is to prepare students thoroughly for college and future careers.
Our curriculum is developed based on the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) framework and supported by state-adopted resources. We strive to provide a robust educational foundation to help students excel.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact any member of our Curriculum and Instructional staff. We are here to support your child's educational journey.
Thank you for your continued support and involvement!
About Us
![Intermediate I.S- Stacy Smith]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724473059/poteetk12txus/lah3sheshxhzwhbosvwj/Screenshot2023-08-22at105219AM.webp","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1724473059/poteetk12txus/lah3sheshxhzwhbosvwj/Screenshot2023-08-22at105219AM.webp","width":512}])
My name is Stacy Smith, I have been in the education field for eleven years. I began my career as a pre-k teacher in San Antonio. I then joined Poteet as a fourth-grade teacher. Previously, I taught third grade in Somerset ISD. This will be my seventh year in Poteet and my first year as an instructional specialist at Poteet Intermediate Campus I graduated from UTSA with a Bachelors's in Education and obtained my Masters's in Educational Leadership in 2022 from Walden University. I am married, have three children and enjoy spending my free time with them. I look forward to continuing my career in PISD and ensuring our students reach their full potential.
![Junior High I.S - Hope Tellez]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724473094/poteetk12txus/edsivtx88phef2w9ayua/HopeT1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1724473094/poteetk12txus/edsivtx88phef2w9ayua/HopeT1.jpg","width":295}])
My name is Hope Tellez. I am the Instructional Specialist for Poteet Jr. High. This is my 4th year as an Instructional Specialist for Poteet ISD and my 20th year in Education. I am home-grown, Poteet Alumni Class of '97. It is humbling to serve the community I grew up in by academically supporting some of the finest teachers and students around.
My name is Tracy Dunn. I am a graduate of Poteet, Class of '95. I earned my Bachelor's degree from Texas A&M University in Agricultural Development, my EC-4 educator certification from Texas A&M Kingsville, my Master's Degree in Advanced Literacy from Concordia University, and an endorsement in Educational Leadership from Lamar University. I am a Certified Academic Language Therapist and a Licensed Dyslexia Therapist for the State of Texas. I have been at Poteet Elementary for several years where I have served as a kindergarten teacher, third-grade teacher, and dyslexia therapist. I am truly happy to serve the families of Poteet ISD
I have served my entire career in Poteet, Tx. During my 30+year career, I have been a teacher, Instructional coach, ELAR Director and now Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction. All of these positions centered around my passion for literacy and promoting student success. I am a graduate from The University of Texas in Austin and hold a masters in Curriculum and Instruction from The University of Texas San Antonio.