Board Briefs: April 23, 2026
During its April 23 meeting, the Board of Trustees agenda included: Spotlight on Learning: River...
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Board Briefs: April 2, 2026
During its April 2 meeting, the Board of Trustees agenda included:
* Spotlight on Learning: Akin ES
* Trustees Approve District of Innovation Plan Update to Support CTE Programs
* Instructional Materials Update: Phonics Recommendation Advances, Math Review Continues
* Trustees Approve Updated Budget Target for 2026–27
* Trustees Approve Bond Savings Reallocation From 2017 Bond Program
* Board Officially Hires Chris Clark as Superintendent After Waiting Period
* Hiring Announcement: Running Brushy MS Principal
Board Workshop Focuses on Next Phase of District Financial Stabilization
During the March 26 budget workshop, Trustees continued discussions on the 2026–27 budget, reviewing how prior reductions, updated financial results and future revenue options are shaping the district’s next phase of financial planning.
Read MoreBoard Briefs: Feb. 19, 2026
During its Feb. 19 meeting, the Board of Trustees agenda included:
* Spotlight on Learning: Mason ES
* Mark Your Calendars: Board Approves 2026-27 Academic Calendar
* Leander HS Phase 2 Design Highlights Plans for Transformative Campus Features
* Board Continues Work on Defining Priorities & Goals
Board Briefs: Feb. 5, 2026
During its Feb. 5 meeting, the Board of Trustees agenda included:
* Spotlight on Learning: Plain ES
* Student Performance Data Shows Strong Year-Over-Year Progress in Reading & Math
* Board Approves Faubion Attendance Rezoning for 2026-27 & Provides Choice for Families
* Board Moves Forward with Superintendent Search
Board Briefs: Jan. 22, 2026
During its Jan. 22 meeting, the Board of Trustees agenda included:
*Spotlight on Learning: Westside ES
*2026–27 Academic Calendar Recommendation Shaped by Community Feedback
*Board Approves Budget Assumptions to Guide Early Planning for 2026–27
*Bond Updates: Turf Safety Improvements at Stadiums; Faubion Facility Planning
*Board Approves Interim Legislative Priorities Informed by Community Listening
*Instructional Materials Adoption Update
Board Briefs: Jan. 8, 2026
At the Jan. 8 board workshop, Trustees held an in-depth discussion of the assumptions shaping development of the 2026–27 budget, exploring key questions and identifying areas that will require deeper discussion in the months ahead.
Read MoreBoard Approves Faubion Elementary Consolidation; Sets Direction for Continued Long-Range Planning
At the Dec. 17 special meeting, Trustees took decisive action on long-range planning, voting to consolidate Faubion Elementary beginning in the 2026–27 school year. The decision followed months of analysis connecting enrollment trends, staffing guidelines and the district’s ongoing budget deficit.
Read MoreBoard Briefs: Dec. 11, 2025
During its Dec. 11 meeting, the Board of Trustees agenda included:
* Board Names Chris Clark Acting Superintendent
* Spotlight on Learning: Four Points MS
* Enrollment Thresholds Approved, Projecting $2M in Savings; School Consolidation Vote Set for Dec. 17
* Budget Planning for 2026–27: From Outlook to Next Steps
* District Earns Top Marks in State Financial Accountability Review
* Board Meeting Changing to New Location Starting January 2026
Key December Decisions Ahead on Enrollment Thresholds & Possible School Consolidation
At the Dec. 4 special meeting, Trustees continued work on long-range planning, following the Board approved Resolution, refining the analysis connecting demographic trends, staffing guidelines, and enrollment patterns to long-term facility and program planning. The discussion helped clarify what actions are needed before winter break and what information the Board will review next.
Read MoreBoard Briefs: Nov. 20, 2025
During its Nov. 20 meeting, the Board of Trustees agenda included:
* Spotlight on Learning: Deer Creek Elementary
* Updates on Early Childhood, Transfers & Staffing Guidelines as Long-Range Planning Moves Forward
* External Audit Affirms LISD’s Financial Accuracy
* New Trustee Takes Oath of Office
* Travis County Judge Recognizes LISD’s July Flood Response
* Hiring Announcement: Chief Human Resources Officer
Board Briefs: Nov. 6, 2025
During its Nov. 6 meeting, the Board of Trustees agenda included:
* Spotlight on Learning: North Elementary
* Board Reviews Early Draft of 2026–2027 Academic Calendar
* Instructional Materials Planning Shaped by State Incentives & Local Priorities
* Hiring Announcement: Danielson MS
The Board will meet next for a regular meeting Thursday, Nov. 20.
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