Texas Public Policy Foundation Alert: HIGH ISLAND ISD – Monday, September 21, 2026 [a5fa0046]

Texas Public Policy Foundation

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

🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 6)

Board to Cancel November Trustee Election

📅 November 3, 2026

The board plans to cancel the November 3, 2026, school board election and simply declare the unopposed candidates as winners. While this saves the district money, it also means voters will have no say in who represents them on the board for another term.

Response

PLAN FOR THE FUTURE: While this vote is likely to pass, this is a wake-up call for civic engagement. Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link) to ask how you can run for the school board in the next election cycle and encourage other qualified community members to do the same.

💰 Impact: No Voter Choice

✅ Wins to Defend

Good moves worth showing up to support so they stick.

Major Win (LEVEL 7)

Public Hearing on DEI Ban Compliance

📅 Scheduled Action

The district is holding a public hearing and will vote to certify its compliance with state instructional requirements, which includes state laws banning DEI. This is a key opportunity for parents and taxpayers to confirm the district is following the law and keeping divisive ideologies out of the classroom.

How to Secure It

SECURE THE WIN: Attend the Public Hearing (Item 2) to thank the board for certifying its compliance with state law against DEI. Ask them to state clearly for the record that no taxpayer funds will be used for DEI programming or staff, securing this as the district’s public commitment.

✅ Why It Matters: Protects Classroom Focus

District Info

Address

2113 6TH ST, HIGH ISLAND, TX 77623

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