Rickyl 4 Desoto

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Get to Know Rickyl'

Rickyl' Wesson is a proud, dedicated educator of 12 years. A graduate of Duncanville ISD (class of 2003) and Texas Tech University (class of 2007). Rickyl' made the City of DeSoto her home in 2017, with her son Kaden. Rickyl' is currently the proud principal of George Washington Carver 6th Grade STEM Learning Center in Lancaster ISD. She has a divine calling for educating and advocating for children.

A vote for Rickyl' Wesson will place a dedicated, trusted educator in Place 1. An educator with a team mentality, Rickyl' is eager to work with current trustees to bring DeSoto back to the top academically. Her legacy of leading with creative ideas, accountability, and love has proven to change the academic trajectory of scholars and improve school ratings. With Rickyl's background and experience, she will help Desoto ISD soar with excellence.

Professional Credentials

12 years of Educational Experience

Keller ISD
Cedar Hill ISD
Lancaster ISD

Career Positions

7th Grade Math Teacher/Girls' Athletics
TAP Math Master Teacher
Assistant Principal
Campus Principal

Education

Master of Educational Administration, University of North Texas at Dallas
Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism, Texas Tech University

Social and Professional Engagement

Southwest Dallas County Alliance of Black School Educators
Texas Alliance of Black School Educators
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, Southwest Dallas County Alumnae Chapter Member

Bringing 3 R's to the D!

Real life educational experiences

Experience with successfully managing a campus budget

Led campuses to successful academic years

Transparent in effective communication in building relationships with all community stakeholders, to find solutions

Encourage educators and scholars to drive their understanding and ability to problem solve

Moved under performing campuses

In the KNOW

Create a great relationship with the students

Implementing events that create exposure opportunities

Create environments that attract and retain highly qualified educators

Create avenues for staff and student initiatives

I'm a WINNER

In the face of a pandemic found ways to encourage staff, celebrate the art of education, and provide scholars with the ultimate virtual experience

Have the ability to create a culture of belonging, love and acceptance that boosts the moral and culture; resulting in people performing at a high level of excellence