Wylie ISD Retirement Reception invitation banner with date, time, location, and photos of six retiring staff members

Wylie ISD invites staff, students, families, and community members to help us honor six incredible educators who are retiring this year at a come-and-go Retirement Reception on Monday, May 6, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM at the Wylie Performing Arts Center (4502 Antilley Road, Abilene, TX 79606).

This special event will celebrate the dedication and service of:

  • Lisa Mayes – Early Childhood

  • Rose Bristow – West Junior High

  • Dana Elliott – West Junior High

  • Alice Hall – High School

  • Carla Hooper – Early Childhood

  • Chad Widder – High School

Guests are invited to drop in at any time during the event to visit, share a hug or handshake, and enjoy light refreshments. These retirees have touched countless lives throughout their careers, and this reception is a chance for the community to say thank you.

📸 Share a Memory or Photo

As part of the celebration, we are putting together a photo slideshow and memory collection. If you’ve had a special moment with any of the retirees — whether it’s a class photo, a fun staff outing, or a favorite snapshot from years past — we’d love for you to contribute.

Upload your photos or scanned memories here:
👉 https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Bq6eX0g7vuepxkFyr5W0mePGOJccQkwO?usp=sharing

No Google account required. Just drag and drop your files into the folder!

Help us send off these incredible individuals with the love and recognition they deserve. We hope to see you there!