Katy ISD’s mission statement, Be the Legacy, comes to fruition for four Katy ISD agricultural science teachers who were recently inducted into the Texas Ag Teacher Hall of Fame. These former educators have dedicated countless years to teaching the art and science of agriculture. The names of the following honorees are now etched into the Class of 2022 Ag Teacher Hall of Fame:
John Ford
Cinco Ranch FFA 2004-2020
Dean Fuchs
Cinco Ranch FFA 2002-201
Michael Schroeder
Taylor FFA 1979-2004
Barbie Schmidt
Taylor FFA 2006-2016
“The exemplary example of these agricultural science teachers has created a legacy that is admired by FFA students and staff today,” said David Laird, FFA Events Coordinator. “In Katy ISD, we are blessed with amazing teachers who have a passion for teaching the importance of agriculture in our lives. It is a huge honor to see Katy ISD educators recognized at the state level,” added Laird.
Mr. Ford was recognized with the award posthumously and his family was present during the honorary recognition. Honorees now join Gerald Young and Gary Vos, who were inducted into the inaugural Hall of Fame Class of 2021.
Family of John Ford
Cinco Ranch FFA 2004-2020
Dean Fuchs
Cinco Ranch FFA 2002-2019
Michael Schroeder
Taylor FFA 1979-2004
Barbie Schmidt
Taylor FFA 2006-2016