On Monday, May 19, 2008 the Mansfield ISD family of employees gathered to celebrate the district's annual Employee Reception. The event was hosted by Fort Worth's Four Day Weekend Improv Troupe who presented the lighter side of school district life. The reception was held in Mansfield Summit High School. The district honored 15, 20, 25, 30, and 35 years of service recipients as well as the 2008 retirees. Also presented were the Shining Star and Elementary and Secondary Teachers of the Year.