Byrd inducted into the Agriculture Teachers Association of Texas Hall of Fame

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Professional organization honored select individuals during leadership conference

Long-time Cotulla High School Ag teacher Teddy Byrd Jr. was inducted into the Agriculture Teachers Association of Texas Hall of Fame during a ceremony at the annual Professional Development Conference for teachers of agriculture, food and natural resources in July.

The week-long conference is designed specifically for the educational enrichment of agriculture teachers and stakeholders and during the award ceremony, ATAT inducted teachers from across the state to its hall of fame.

“Without Mr. Byrd’s investment of his time, talent, and generosity in my future, I would not be where I am today,” said his nominator. “I am just one example, but folks from Cotulla know that the same is true for countless others.”

Teddy Byrd Jr.

Byrd enjoyed a 30-year career at CISD that started in 1984 until his retirement in 2014.

The Agriculture Teachers Association of Texas Hall of Fame recognizes and honors agricultural science teachers whose careers, achievements, and contributions stand exemplary. Inductees are known as well-rounded professionals that have proven their success with FFA activities, in the classroom, as well as community involvement. They have proven their desire to provide students with opportunities for premier leadership, personal growth and career success over a significant period of time, according to the ATAT.

“Without educators like Mr. Byrd, ATAT and Texas FFA wouldn’t be where they are today,” ATAT Executive Director Ray Pieniazek said. “Our agriculture education teachers spend countless hours in professional development to better serve our students and prepare them for their future. We thank him for his years of service, and we honor his commitment with this Hall of Fame recognition.”

The ATAT is a professional organization for agriculture science teachers and supporters that informs members about the latest agriculture education practices, encourages higher standards of teaching and provides a unified voice in the state legislature.