Dr. H. John Fuller Resume

EDUCATION

1988 Texas Tech University Doctor of Education
1981-1983 Texas A&M University, Doctoral Program Educational Administration
1978 Stephen F. Austin State University Master of Education
1975 Stephen F. Austin State University Master of Science
1970 Dallas Baptist College Bachelor of Arts
1968 Dallas Baptist College Associate of Science

Major Emphasis At Undergraduate Level: Mathematics, Biology, and Education
Major Emphasis At Graduate Level: Mathematics and Educational Administration

College Credit: Undergraduate - 167 hours
Graduate - 195 hours
   362 hours
    Undergraduate GPA - 3.67
    Graduate GPA - 3.80

EXPERIENCE

33 YEARS IN EDUCATION: 29 years in school administration - 3 as part-time principal
   1 as full-time principal
   25 as superintendent

   3 years in classroom teaching
   1 year in college teaching as a graduate assistant

1993 - Present Wylie Independent School District (Class AAAA)
Superintendent
Accomplishments:   see attached list

1988 - 1993 San Marcos Consolidated I.S.D. (Class AAAAA)
Superintendent
Accomplishments:   see attached list

1983 - 1988 Muleshoe Independent School District (Class AAA)
Superintendent
Accomplishments:   see attached list

1978-83 Wells Independent School District (Class A)
Superintendent
Accomplishments:   see attached list

1977-78 Central Independent School District (Class AA)
High School Principal
Accomplishments:
-Developed a faculty handbook
-Initiated Five Year Planning Program

1976-77 Richardson Independent School District (Class AAAAA)
Mathematics Teacher
Accomplishments:
-Developed multi-level teaching materials in mathematics
-Participated in team teaching
-Introduced mathematics laboratory

1974-76 Wells Independent School District (Class A)
Basketball Coach and Mathematics Teacher
Accomplishments:
-Applied for and received regional classroom grant for
   a mathematics laboratory
-Two successful seasons as a basketball coach
   (1974-75: 26 wins/12 losses; 1975-76: 20 wins/9 losses)

1973-74 Stephen F. Austin State University
Graduate Assistant teaching freshman algebra
Accomplishments:
-Completed survey of mathematical literature available to
   the secondary mathematics teacher

1970-73 Palmer Independent School District (Class A)
Part-time Principal, Mathematics Teacher, Basketball Coach
Accomplishments:
-Three successful seasons as a basketball coach
   (1970-71: 18 wins/9 losses; 1971-72: 20 wins/9 losses
   1972-73: 23 wins/3 losses)

PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS

2003 Selected as a Member of �21 for the 21st Century� in Collin County
by Inside Collin County

2002 Servant Leadership Award from Dallas Baptist University

2000 Distinquished Alumni Award from Dallas Baptist University

1990-97 Board of Trustee Member for Texas Center for Educational Research
(Chairperson for Board of Trustees during the 1992-93 term)

1991-92 State Membership Chairperson for Texas Association of School Administrators (TASA)

1987-89 Fellow in Meadows Executive Leadership Program (TASA/AASA)

1987 Finalist in "Superintendent of the Year" Contest (TASB)

1986-88 Member of Region XVII Education Service Center Annual Evaluation
Committee

1985-87 Member of Region XVII Education Service Center Migrant Advisory
Committee
1981-82 Legislative Liaison for Region VII Education Service Center for Cherokee
County

1981-82 "Super" Superintendent Award - Texas Parent Teachers Association

1979-82 Member of Advisory Board for the East Texas Adult Education
Cooperative for Cherokee County

OTHER ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Dallas Baptist College:

1966-67 Mathematics Award
1967-68 Mathematics Award; Physics Award; Greek Award
1968-69 English Award; Secondary Education Award;
Number One Scholastic Ranking Junior
1969-70 Senior Class President
1969-70 Who's Who Among Students in American Universities
and Colleges

1974-75 Elected to Pi Mu Epsilon Honorary Mathematics Fraternity
in recognition of superior achievement in the field of
mathematics

1979-80 Wells Lions Club President

1966-92 Texas American Legion Boys State Program Counselor

1993-2002 Director of Texas American Legion Boys State Program

1995-2000 Wylie Chamber of Commerce Director

1998-99 President � Wylie Chamber of Commerce

CURRENT MEMBERSHIPS - CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

American Association of School Administrators
Texas Association of School Administrators
Texas Parent Teachers Association (Life-time member)
Phi Delta Kappa Educational Fraternity
International Association of Lions Clubs
First Baptist Church of Wylie

SPECIAL INTERESTS

Youth Sports (Summer baseball, basketball, etc.)
Farming/Ranching
Fishing/Hunting

PERSONAL

DATE OF BIRTH: October 19, 1947
PLACE OF BIRTH: Dallas, Texas
MARITAL STATUS: Married (Gayle); two boys (Jason - 30 years, Kris - 26 years);
three girls (Heather - 22 years, Callie and Cassie - 21 years)

HEIGHT: 5' 10"
WEIGHT: 195 lbs.
HEALTH: Good

MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS

IN THE WYLIE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

1. Recognized District in 2000-2001 and 2001-2002. Four Exemplary Campuses and Two Recognized Campuses in 2002-2003.

2. Exemplary 4A High School for Four Consecutive Years

3. Three successful bond issues totaling $108,500,000

4. School district is recognized leader in area of technology

5. Stable tax rate for ten years

6. Fund balance has steadily increased over the past 9 years

7. School board recognized as state finalist as Region X representative in Texas Association of School Administrators Recognition Program

8. Successful building construction Program

9. Established Character Education Program

10. Established Full-Day Kindergarten Program

11. Improved working relations with City and County

12. Established a Roof Replacement and Maintenance Program for the District

13. Established an Electronic Curriculum

14. Established a Distance Learning Labroatory

15. Established �First to Know� Communications Program

MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS
IN THE SAN MARCOS CONSOLIDATED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

1. Developed and Implemented a 5 Year Technology Plan which included two- way interactive video utilizing fiber optics on two campuses, Southwest Texas State University, and Gary Job Corp. Education Center

2. Major revisions and additions were made in the curriculum

3. Developed and Implemented a Strategic Plan for Comprehensive School Improvement

4. Successful 17.8 Million Bond Election

5. Initiated employment recruiting program

6. Initiated "Faculty Advisory Council"

7. Initiated "Student Advisory Council"

MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS
IN THE MULESHOE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

1. Major revisions and additions were made in the curriculum

(1.1) Smooth implementation of Chapter 75

(1.2) Implementation of District-wide microcomputer program

(1.3) Additional physical education classes in elementary schools

(1.4) District-wide school improvement program initiated:

   (1.4a) Goal Driven
   (1.4b) Data Driven
   (1.4c) Collaboration
   (1.4d) High Expectations

(1.5) Implemented an improved drug education program

2. A senior citizens activity program ("65 or Over Club") was initiated

3. "Fifth Saturday" program initiated (Superintendent meets the public
on issues and concerns)

4. Applied for and received a discretionary grant from U.S. Department of Education ("Incentive Program for Teachers")

5. Construction and Renovation Program (without bond issue)

6. Initiated employment recruiting program

7. Initiated "Faculty Advisory Council"

8. Initiated "Student Advisory Council"

9. Initiated a teacher incentive program ("MulTIPro")

MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS
IN THE WELLS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

1. Major revisions and additions were made in the curriculum

(1.1) Structured reading program was initiated in the Junior High
   School. This Program included controlled readers that were
   utilized in both remedial and speed reading instruction.

(1.2) Career education was infused into the curriculum
(1.3) Additional high school courses were added to the curriculum

   (1.3a) Drafting
   (1.3b) Advanced mathematics courses
   (1.3c) Advanced science courses
   (1.3d) Spanish

(1.4) Organized physical education classes were added to
   elementary program

(1.5) Introduced computer assisted instruction in grades K-6

(1.6) Developed a scope and sequence in reading and
   mathematics (K-6)

2. A parent volunteer program was initiated

3. A senior citizens activity program ("55 or Over Club") was initiated

4. Initiated a school-wide management system ("Management System 1982
and Beyond")

5. Applied for and received $35,000 plus in grants and donations from
area industry (Temple Associates, Southland Foundation - St Regis,
Belvin Stewart Contractor) for the development of a sports complex

6. Constructed additional classrooms without a bond issue

7. Initiated an employment recruiting program

8. Expanded participation in University Interscholastic League Literary Competition

PHILOSOPHY

I believe that the educational program in any school district should be designed to help every student realize and experience his or her maximum in mental, emotional, and physical growth.

I also believe that ALL STUDENTS CAN LEARN WELL AND SUCCEED IN SCHOOL when instruction is delivered in an intentional, systematic, and sensitive manner. The school program should be designed to afford every student an opportunity for success in both academics and extra-curricular activities. The program should be varied and it should recognize the different needs, interests, and aptitudes of students. The school program should utilize technology in several creative ways.

I further believe that the superintendent of a school district MUST be a "TEAM" LEADER working closely with the school board, faculty, and staff. The superintendent must be an instructional leader as well as a skilled, fiscal manager. He must work diligently to keep all individuals well informed on all of the functions within the school district. The superintendent MUST be well informed on current educational trends and issues including the legislative process. Above all the superintendent of schools must have the ability to deal with people effectively and be able to make meaningful decisions under all circumstances.

I BELIEVE EFFECTIVE SCHOOLS HAVE THE FOLLOWING CHARACTERISTICS:

HIGH EXPECTATIONS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS
COLLABORATION
GOAL DRIVEN
SOUND MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
STRONG DISCIPLINE
SENSE OF MISSION
DATA DRIVEN
INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP IS PRESENT
...

Therefore, I believe it is imperative that a superintendent be DATA DRIVEN. His or her administration must utilize and respond to data rather than to "feelings" or "emotions." My philosophy of education is soundly based, but flexible enough to change and adapt to future needs of students and communities.

       H. JOHN FULLER

104 Camino Real East
Wylie, Texas 75098
(972) 442-6725 (HOME)
(972) 442-5444 (OFFICE)