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Board Briefs: Aug. 24, 2023

Aug 26, 2023 | Board Briefs

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

Board Briefs: June 15, 2023

Jun 16, 2023 | Board Briefs

During its June 15 meeting, the Leander ISD Board of Trustees agenda included:
* Board Adopts 2023–24 Budget
* Redesign of Reading Intervention to Raise Scores
* Review of School Naming Process
* Board Approves Instructional Materials for World Languages Courses
* Trustees Reorganize Board Office Positions

Announcing Chris Clark as Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction

Jun 9, 2023 | New Hires

Leander ISD is thrilled to welcome an experienced leader in education, Chris Clark, Ed.D., to the role of Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction, after the Board approved his hiring at Thursday’s meeting.

Virtual Learning Academy Application Open for 2023–24

Feb 9, 2023 | News & Announcements, VLA

Leander ISD is excited to announce the continuation of Leander Virtual Learning Academy for the 2023-24 school year. For students in elementary and middle school grades, the Virtual Learning Academy offers, small class sizes, synchronous learning, and digital and hands-on-learning experiences that align with Leander ISD’s curriculum.

Board Briefs: Nov. 10, 2022

Nov 11, 2022 | Board Briefs

During its Nov. 10 meeting, the Leander ISD Board of Trustees agenda included:
*Spotlight on Learning: Cedar Park High School
*Board Recognition: Celebrating Instructional Coaches; School Psychologists; Maintenance workers; and TASCD T.E.A.C.H. Award recipient from Rutledge ES
*Strategic Plan Formative Review: Empowered Student Learning
*Counseling Services Update
*Annual Comprehensive Financial Report approved
*5 Board Places Decided

LISD Celebrates LSSP Appreciation Week Nov. 7-11

Nov 7, 2022 | Awards, Celebrations & Distinctions

Leander ISD celebrates Licensed Specialists in School Psychology (LSSP) Appreciation Week Nov....

Instructional Coach Appreciation Week: Oct. 31–Nov. 4

Oct 31, 2022 | Awards, Celebrations & Distinctions

From Oct. 31 – Nov. 4, Leander ISD celebrates Instructional Coach Appreciation Week. The instructional coaches in our district are dedicated to providing resources and support to teachers and students, significantly influencing each campus.