Dear Leander ISD families,

This afternoon, a Leander ISD bus was involved in a serious accident on Nameless Road while transporting students after school. First responders, school and district staff were immediately on the scene to support the students and families involved.

Our hearts are with all those impacted by this tragedy. We are working closely with Counseling Services to ensure students, staff, and families across the district have access to support in the days ahead.

We have shared a letter with Bagdad Elementary families containing more details, including support resources for students. You can read that message below.

Thank you for keeping these students, their families, and our Bagdad Elementary community in your thoughts during this difficult time.

Sincerely,

Bruce Gearing, Ed.D.
Leander ISD Superintendent

Dear Bagdad Elementary Families,

We have some difficult news to share. This afternoon, bus #750 was involved in an accident on Nameless Road while transporting students after school. First responders, school, and district staff were immediately on the scene, and our staff are with the impacted students and their families.

As of the latest update, a total of 17 people were transported by Austin-Travis County EMS. Two people sustained serious injuries, but as of now, all individuals with injuries are in stable condition. A reunification site was established and shared with impacted families directly, and all students have been reunited with their families. Our focus remains on student safety. 

This part of our Leander ISD family has been through so much already this summer with the floods. The tragedy this afternoon is really breaking our hearts. We want each of those students and their families to know that our prayers are with them, our thoughts are with them, and we will do everything we can in our power to support them. And we will be here for all of those students who are affected, their friends, and their families. 

We are working closely with Counseling Services to ensure our students and staff are supported. Additional counselors and social workers will be available at Bagdad Elementary on Thursday, Aug. 14, to assist any student in need of support. 

Our counselors remind us how important it is for students to feel safe expressing their feelings. We encourage families to listen with care, offer understanding, and provide reassurance. Together, we can support our students and help them navigate this difficult time.

Thank you for your patience as we develop further understanding of this situation. Should you need additional support, please do not hesitate to contact Principal de la Garza-Conness and the Bagdad administration team.

Sincerely,

Bruce Gearing, Ed.D.
Leander ISD Superintendent