Leander ISD Superintendent Bruce Gearing, Ed.D., spoke at the Texas Capitol Thursday to give a voice of support for public schools in the midst of a special session of the 88th Texas Legislature.
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During its Oct. 5 meeting, the Leander ISD Board of Trustees agenda included:
* Spotlight on Learning: Early College HS
* Attendance Zoning Process Set to Begin for Elementary School #30
* Community-Based Accountability System 2022–23 Report
* Board Approves Updated Legislative Priorities for October Special Session
* Resolution Approved Supporting & Promoting Culture of Voting in LISD
* Vendor Selection Process for Bond 2023’s Artificial Turf Projects Moves Forward
In the inaugural podcast for the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion – On the Street: A #1LISD Journey – DeWayne Street, the Chief of DEI, invited the recently hired principal for River Ridge Elementary, Dr. Sally Sosa, to speak about her journey and the significance of Hispanic Heritage Month.
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During its Sept. 21 meeting, the Leander ISD Board of Trustees agenda included:
* Spotlight on Learning: SELF 18+ Transition Services
* Reviewing a recommendation by the Long-Range Planning Committee to build an early childhood center in the northern area of our district
* Authorizing LISD to join TEA A-F Accountability Lawsuit
* Receiving an update from Legislative Committee ahead of an anticipated special session
* Receiving the LEEF annual report
* Reviewing the Instructional Materials Selection Process for 2024–25
During its Sept. 7 meeting, the Leander ISD Board of Trustees agenda included:
* Spotlight on Learning: Leaders in Technology
* Changes to State Accountability Framework
* LISD Council of PTAs’ State of the Council Report
* Good cause exception approved for House Bill 3 compliance
* School Naming process moves forward with approved charter
* Decorated Educational Leader Becomes Next #1LISD Chief of Schools
Due to the extreme heatwave we are experiencing across Texas, the University Interscholastic League has again made recommendations regarding football game start times. The district has decided to delay kickoff by a half-hour. Games will start at 7:30 p.m.
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During its Aug. 24 meeting, the Leander ISD Board of Trustees agenda included:
* Spotlight on Learning: New Hope HS
* Board Recognitions
* Lowering the 2023 Property Tax Rate by More Than 16 Cents From Previous Year
* Discussion of House Bill 3 Safety & Security Requirements
* Approval of Architects and Construction Managers for Slate of 2023 Bond Projects
* Discussion of the Naming of Elementary School 30 & Other Facilities
* A Closer Look at How the Demographer Develops Enrollment Projects
* Approving a Waiver to Allow HR to Employ Teachers Working Toward Certification Requirements
* An Update on Professional Learning in LISD
Message from the Superintendent: Welcome Back As we gear up for another exciting school year,...
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During its August 10 meeting, the Leander ISD Board of Trustees agenda included:
* Discussion of the 2023 Property Tax Rate
* Board Approves Student Capacity for Elementary School Design at 800 Students
* 2023-24 Student Code of Conduct Approved
* Bond Savings Allocated for Projectors Replacement Fund
* Superintendent Provides Update: Emergency Response to 1431 Fire, HB3 Compliance
* Leander ISD Welcomes New Principal at River Ridge Elementary
River Ridge Elementary School gained a new leader after Sally Sosa, Ph.D., was approved by the Leander ISD Board of Trustees at Thursday’s Board meeting.
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