Caity Rutledge, Leadership and Student Council Advisor at Pine Tree High School, has been named the 2025–2026 High School Advisor of the Year by District 4 of the Texas Association of Student Councils (TASC).
Rutledge, now in her 20th year of teaching, is also a nominee for the TASC Eddie G. Bull State Advisor of the Year and will be recognized at the 2026 TASC State Conference in April.
Since 2013, Rutledge has served as Leadership and Student Council Advisor at PTHS, guiding her council to earn numerous honors, including TASC Community Service, Outstanding DASH (Drug, Alcohol, Safety & Health), Outstanding Energy and Environment, Outstanding Pride and Patriotism, Outstanding Student Council, and Sweepstakes Awards. Under her leadership, PTHS Leadership and Student Council has also received the National Student Council of Excellence Award each year since 2021.
During her time as advisor, PTHS Leadership and Student Council has served as president, parliamentarian, and secretary of TASC District 4 multiple times and regularly hosts the district’s fall and spring conferences, serving the greater East Texas area.
TASC is the largest state student council organization in the nation, with over 1,000 member schools, each led by a dedicated advisor. Rutledge exemplifies the commitment and excellence of these advisors, giving her time, energy, and expertise to ensure the success of student leaders across Texas.