Houston ISD Board of Managers
Mission
The Board of Managers will improve outcomes for Houston ISD students by representing the vision and values of the community, and by providing oversight to ensure that the vision and values are being honored.
Serving on the Board of Managers
Job Description Overview
The core purpose of the Board of Managers is to improve student outcomes by representing the vision and values of the Houston ISD community where every Houston ISD student is to be prepared for college, career, or the military in a manner that is equitable, transparent, and efficient. Through performance management practices, data-informed routines, and authentic stakeholder engagement, the BOM provides oversight to ensure that the vision and values are being honored and students are being well-served. The Board of Managers assumes all of the powers and authority previously held by the suspended Board of Trustees.
Houston ISD Related Content:
- Post-Board of Managers Appointment FAQ
- Full Job Description and Qualifications
- Community Feedback on the Board of Managers Composition Criteria
- Board of Managers Application and Selection Overview
- Board of Managers FAQs
- Process for Returning to the Elected Trustee Control
- Commissioner of Education Letter to the Houston ISD parents, community, and staff (English)
- Commissioner of Education Letter to the Houston ISD parents, community, and staff (Spanish)
Background Information
Community
Information Sessions
The Texas Education Agency hosted a series of community meetings to provide information regarding the Board of Managers process. Community members were invited to come learn more and ask questions about the process.
Houston ISD Community Sessions FAQ
If you were unable to attend one of the four in-person events, please use the following link to view a recorded webinar explaining the roles and responsibilities of the Board of Managers and the application and selection process:
Community Information Session Webinar
March 21, 2023: Westbury High School
March 22, 2023: Chavez High School
March 29, 2023: Delmar Stadium
March 30, 2023: Kashmere High School
In 2019, the Texas Education Agency hosted a series of community meetings:
November 12, 2019: Westbury High School
November 13, 2019: Pershing Middle School
November 14, 2019: Wheatley High School
November 21, 2019: Hattie Mae White
Educational Support Center
November 21, 2019: Chavez High School