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Paris ISD School Board

Our school board is dedicated to fostering an environment where every student can achieve academic excellence and personal growth in a safe and supportive setting.

As elected representatives of our community, we are committed to making informed decisions that shape the future of our schools. Our responsibilities include:

  • Policy Development: Crafting and implementing policies that promote high educational standards and equity.
  • Budget Oversight: Ensuring that financial resources are allocated efficiently and effectively to support student learning and well-being.
  • Superintendent Supervision: Collaborating with and providing oversight for the Superintendent to ensure the district's strategic goals are met.
  • Curriculum and Instruction: Evaluating and approving curricula that meet the diverse needs of our students and prepare them for future success.
  • Facilities Management: Overseeing the maintenance and improvement of school facilities to provide a safe and conducive learning environment.
  • Community Engagement: Encouraging active participation from parents, students, teachers, and community members to foster a collaborative educational community.

Our mission is to support every student in reaching their full potential by prioritizing safety, equity, and excellence in all our decisions. We invite you to explore our initiatives, participate in our meetings, and join us in our dedication to student success and safety.

The Board of Trustees meets regularly on the third Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. Special meetings are called when necessary. All meetings are open to the public and are subject to provisions of Texas Law.

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All are welcome to attend school board meetings.

Meetings are held at the Elaine Ballard Administration Office at 1920 Clarksville Street, Paris, TX in the Board Room.

Meeting Schedule

  • June 16, 2025 – Noon @ Elaine Ballard Administration Office
  • July 21, 2025 – 7:00 a.m. @ Elaine Ballard Administration Office
  • August 18, 2025 – 5:30 p.m. @ Elaine Ballard Administration Office
  • September 15, 2025 – 5:30 p.m. @ Elaine Ballard Administration Office
  • October 20, 2025 – 5:30 p.m. @ Elaine Ballard Administration Office
  • November 17, 2025 – 5:30 p.m. @ Elaine Ballard Administration Office
  • December 15, 2025 – 5:30 p.m. @ Elaine Ballard Administration Office
  • January 20, 2026 – 5:30 p.m. @ Elaine Ballard Administration Office
  • February 16, 2026 – 5:30 p.m. @ Elaine Ballard Administration Office
  • March 23, 2026 – 5:30 p.m. @ Elaine Ballard Administration Office
  • April 20, 2026 – 5:30 p.m. @ Elaine Ballard Administration Office
  • May 18, 2026 – 5:30 p.m. @ Elaine Ballard Administration Office
  • June 15, 2026 – Noon @ Elaine Ballard Administration Office

Paris ISD Board of Trustees

Paris ISD Board of trustees

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Front Row: Clifton Fendley (Place 2), Mandeep Chatha-Homer (Place 4), Terry Davis (Place 3)

Back Row: Cliff Kerby (Place 7), LaWanda Ladell (Place 1), Aubrey Gibbs (Place 6), Anne Biard (Place 5), Althea Dixon (Superintendent)