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Board Briefs: May 7, 2026

May 13, 2026 | Board Briefs

During its May 7 meeting, the Board of Trustees agenda included:
* Spotlight on Learning: Bagdad ES
* Student Leaders Share Research-Driven Recommendations to Strengthen the LISD Experience
* Trustees Approve 2026–27 Compensation Plan Amid Ongoing Budget Pressures
* Gifted and Talented Update Highlights Rigorous Learning Opportunities for Students
* School Health Advisory Council Shares Recommendations Focused on Student Wellness and Support
* Trustees Address Financial Requirements of State School Bus Seat Belt Law

Board Briefs: April 23, 2026

Apr 29, 2026 | Board Briefs

During its April 23 meeting, the Board of Trustees agenda included:
*Spotlight on Learning: River Place ES
*Special Education Programs Continue to Deliver Strong Student Outcomes
*Trustees Review Compensation Plan Amid Rising Benefit Costs, Budget Pressures
*Hazardous Route Adjustments Finalized for 2026–27 Following Annual Review
*New School Bus Seat Belt Law Adds Significant Unfunded Cost for LISD
*Bond 2023: Additional Project Funds Released for Leander High School Master Plan Phase 1
*Trustees Approve New K–3 Phonics Resource for 2026–27

Board Officially Hires Chris Clark as Superintendent After Waiting Period

Apr 3, 2026 | News & Announcements

The Leander ISD Board of Trustees officially hired Chris Clark, Ed.D., as superintendent during its April 2 meeting, following the state-required 21-day waiting period after naming him lone finalist in March.

Board Briefs: April 2, 2026

Apr 3, 2026 | Board Briefs

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

Apr 1, 2026 | Board Briefs

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.

Full-Circle Moment: Leander ISD Names District’s First School for Early Childhood After Ada Mae Faubion

Mar 13, 2026 | News & Announcements

The Leander ISD Board of Trustees voted March 12 to name the district’s first early childhood center the Ada Mae Faubion School for Early Childhood, honoring a lifelong educator whose influence has shaped generations of students and families in Leander and Cedar Park.

Leander ISD Board Names Chris Clark Lone Finalist for Superintendent

Mar 12, 2026 | News & Announcements

The Leander ISD Board of Trustees named Chris Clark, Ed.D., as the lone finalist to serve as the district’s next superintendent, leading more than 42,000 students across 49 schools.

Board Briefs: Feb. 19, 2026

Feb 20, 2026 | Board Briefs

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 Moves Forward With Superintendent Search

Feb 6, 2026 | News & Announcements

After careful consideration, the Leander Independent School District Board of Trustees will move forward with an internal search for the district’s next superintendent. The position posted today.

Board Briefs: Jan. 22, 2026

Jan 24, 2026 | Board Briefs

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

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Board Briefs: May 7, 2026

Board Briefs: April 23, 2026

Board Officially Hires Chris Clark as Superintendent After Waiting Period

Board Briefs: April 2, 2026

Board Workshop Focuses on Next Phase of District Financial Stabilization

Full-Circle Moment: Leander ISD Names District’s First School for Early Childhood After Ada Mae Faubion

Leander ISD Board Names Chris Clark Lone Finalist for Superintendent

Board Briefs: Feb. 19, 2026

Board Moves Forward With Superintendent Search

Board Briefs: Jan. 22, 2026

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