Setting students on the path to achievement
Academic learning is inextricably linked to social and emotional competence
Wylie ISD’s commitment to excellence does not just begin and end in academic success for all students! As a district we will foster social and emotional health by teaching Relational Skills. Through The Wylie Way our students will learn to live out the core values set forth by our community and develop a range of skills they need to be successful in school and life.
"We are a school district and group of communities that intentionally and proactively recognize students for their character with awards and celebrations. The foundation for our process of developing character, we call the Wylie Way, is built on relationships."
Dr. David Vinson
WISD Superintendent
Developing Relational Skills is essential
Our Students Will Flourish in Five Competencies:
Self-Awareness
Knowing your strengths and limitations
Self-Management
Being able to stay in control and persevere through challenges
Social Awareness
Understanding, empathizing and communicating with others
Relationship Skills
Being able to work in teams and resolve conflict
Responsible Decision Making
Being able to make ethical and safe decisions
what are Relational Skills?
Managing emotions
Relational skills are what we use to maintain relationships during strain, conflicts and difficulties so we can endure hardships and stay connected to others.
Positive Character Traits
We are so proud to place relationships first and continue to build positive character traits in our students.
responsible decision-making
Our relational skills and restorative practices strategies are simple but effective classroom practices that support the Wylie Way movement district wide.
Positive Relationships
Building and maintaining meaningful connections across race, culture, age, and distance are critical skills students need to learn to be successful.
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills
TEKS are the state standards for what students should know and be able to do.
The Texas Education Code requires us to teach students how to:
- Manage Emotions
- Establish and maintain positive relationships
- Make responsible decisions
- develop positive character traits and personal skills
See what our students are learning
WISD School Staff are Trained in Relational Practices
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To read more about the required TEKS and mandates from Texas Education Code, please visit the resources below:
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Character Traits and Personal Skills InstructionCharacter Traits and Personal Skills Instruction
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Positive Character Trait TEKSPositive Character Trait TEKS
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Positive Behavior ProgramPositive Behavior Program
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Required CurriculumRequired Curriculum
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TEA ResourcesTEA Resources
Meet Our Team
Amanda Martin
Director Wylie Way & Counseling Services
Amanda Martin is the Director of the Wylie Way & Counseling Services at Wylie ISD. She resides in Wylie with her husband and three sons.
Deidra Winn
Relational Skills Learning Specialist
Deidra Winn is the Relational Skills Learning Specialist for Wylie ISD. She resides in Wylie with her family.
Amy Andrews
District Coordinator Counseling & The Wylie Way
Amy Andrews is the District Coordinator for the Wylie Way. She resides in Wylie with her family.
About Us
The Wylie Way is the sum of many parts: strengths & interests, plan & purpose, core ethical values, social & emotional health, and surrounding our students with positive relationships.
- 972.429.3000
- 951 South Ballard Avenue Wylie, TX 75098
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