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MANSFIELD ISD MAKES 2023 FORBES LIST FOR BEST EMPLOYERS

For the first time , Mansfield ISD has been named to Forbes ’ list of America ’ s Best Midsize Employers . MISD has been recognized as one of Forbes ’ best-in-state employers three years in a row , but this is the first time the district has received the national distinction .

“ Receiving this honor just affirms to us what we know in Mansfield ISD , that our school district is one of the best places to work not only in Texas but in the entire country ,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr . Kimberley Cantu . “ We are intentional in creating a culture that is supportive of our employees , and we are grateful that is being recognized .”
MISD joins the top 1 % of employers across the nation who received the prestigious recognition . America ’ s
Best Midsize Employers 2023 were identified by an independent survey taken by approximately 45,000 employees working for companies with between 1,000 and 5,000 employees .
Employees were asked to rate their willingness to recommend their own employers to friends and family .
Participants were also prompted to evaluate other employers in their respective industries . Based on respondent ’ s recommendations , Mansfield ISD made the top half of 500 companies across 25 different industry sectors .
“ I ’ m so proud MISD was selected as one of the best places to work in the country , and I ’ m not surprised ,” said MISD
Board President Courtney Lackey Wilson . “ We focus on providing educational excellence for our students , and that starts with encouraging the best employees to come and stay in MISD . Mansfield ISD truly is a great place to live , learn and teach .”
Forbes partnered with the market research firm Statista to compile its list of America ’ s Best Midsize Employers .
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