Leander ISD is pleased to announce Daniel Villarreal Sr. as the district’s new Chief Financial Officer. Villarreal brings more than four decades of experience in public finance, auditing and school business operations.
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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.
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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
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.
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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
During its Oct. 30 special-called meeting, the Board of Trustees agenda included:
* Board Continues Long-Range Planning Work While Timeline for Potential School Consolidation Remains Under Consideration
* Budget Development Update Factors Recent Demographic Update & Previews Detailed Cost Report
* Board Appoints Laura Marques to Fill Vacant Trustee Seat
During its June 5 meeting, the Board of Trustees agenda included:
* Board Recognitions
* Proposed Budget Navigates Impact of HB2, Funding Loss
* Performance Data Shows Continued Gains in Reading & Math Across Grade Levels
* SHAC Recommends Wellness, Nutrition, Character Education Enhancements
* Trustees Reorganize Board Office Positions
* Hiring Announcement: Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum & Instruction
During its March 27 meeting, the Leander ISD Board of Trustees agenda included:
* Spotlight on Learning: Reagan Elementary
* Approval of Budget Deficit Parameter Adjustment for 2025-26
* Update on the Texas 89th Legislative Session
* Strategic Plan goal: Empowered Staff
In the annual evaluation of Texas public schools financial management practices, Leander ISD again earned an “A – Superior Achievement” rating, the highest rating available.
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During its Oct. 10 meeting, the Leander ISD Board of Trustees agenda included:
* Spotlight on Learning: Naumann ES
* Community-Based Accountability System Annual Report: More than a Test
* Budget Process for 2025–26 Starts with Identifying Priorities
* Annual District & Campus Improvement Plans Approved
