The Heart of the Panther recognition honors support staff who go above and beyond in their roles—those who lead with care, build strong relationships, and serve their campuses with consistency, pride, and purpose.

Midway ISD is proud to recognize the outstanding educators who have been named 2026 Campus Teachers of the Year!

Earlier this week, JoAnne Grubbs, one of Midway’s well-known substitute teachers, celebrated a milestone—her 90th birthday.

Midway ISD continues to invest in excellence through the state’s Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA), with more teachers than ever qualifying and being submitted for designation based on their work toward student growth during the 2024–2025 school year.

October is National Principals Month, and Midway ISD is recognizing the campus leaders whose guidance and dedication continue to drive the district’s success.

The Heart of the Panther Award celebrates the unsung heroes of Midway ISD — the non-instructional staff members whose dedication, kindness, and quiet strength keep our schools running and our hearts full.

Midway Independent School District proudly recognized three exceptional educators with its 2025 District Teachers of the Year awards, celebrating their outstanding dedication, innovation, and commitment to student success.

The Midway ISD Board of Trustees during its regular April board meeting approved the hiring of new principals for both Midway Middle School and River Valley Middle School, along with new district administration.