Texas Public Policy Foundation Alert: GATESVILLE ISD – Monday, September 21, 2026 [9c0f8e52]

Texas Public Policy Foundation

Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming GATESVILLE ISD agenda. There are 2 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.

🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 5)

Requires Verification

Review of Student Health Council (SHAC) Selection Process

📅 Scheduled Action

The board will discuss the selection process for the Student Health Advisory Council (SHAC). SHACs can have significant influence over health curriculum and policies, so the process for selecting members is critical for ensuring parental oversight.

Response

DEMAND THE DETAILS: Contact the Gatesville ISD Board before the meeting. Ask regarding Item 9.E: ‘What changes are being proposed to the SHAC selection process, and how will these changes ensure parents remain the primary voice on the council?’

💰 Impact: Reduced Parental Oversight

✅ Wins to Defend

Good moves worth showing up to support so they stick.

Win (LEVEL 6)

Taxpayer Savings by Cancelling Unnecessary Election

📅 Scheduled Action

The board is voting to cancel the upcoming election because the candidates for the open seats are running unopposed. This is a common-sense move that saves the district and its taxpayers the significant cost of administering an election with a predetermined outcome.

How to Secure It

AMPLIFY THE WIN: Contact the Gatesville ISD Board to thank them for saving taxpayer money by cancelling the uncontested election under Item 9.H. This is responsible governance that should be encouraged.

✅ Why It Matters: Taxpayer Savings

District Info

Address

311 S LOVERS LN, GATESVILLE, TX 76528

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