Texas Public Policy Foundation Alert: HIGHLAND PARK ISD – Tuesday, September 15, 2026 [4a40524a]

Texas Public Policy Foundation

Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming HIGHLAND PARK ISD agenda. There are 3 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.

⚠️ Warning (LEVEL 8)

District Plans to Lobby Against Voter Control Over School Bonds

📅 Scheduled Action

The board will vote on its official legislative priorities for the 2027 session. This plan includes lobbying state lawmakers to oppose reforms that would give voters more control over bond elections, such as raising voter thresholds or capping debt amounts. This is a direct use of district resources to fight against taxpayer protections.

Response

DEMAND A RECORDED VOTE: Contact the HPISD Board before Tuesday’s meeting. ‘Regarding Item 10.A, taxpayers should not fund lobbying that works against their own interests. I urge you to remove Priority 2, which opposes voter control over bond elections, and demand a roll-call vote on the final priorities.’

💰 Impact: Lobbying Against Taxpayer Protections

ALERT (LEVEL 2)

Requires Verification

Vague Title — Manual Review Required

📅 Scheduled Action

The consent agenda includes the acceptance of several gifts under item 9.A. While most appear to be from standard parent and booster groups, the attachments for three gift letters were not available for analysis.

Response

INVESTIGATE: Open the files attached to Item 9.A in the Official Agenda (linked above) to confirm the source and purpose of all donated funds.

💰 Impact: Undisclosed

✅ Wins to Defend

Good moves worth showing up to support so they stick.

Major Win (LEVEL 8)

District Codifies State Ban on DEI in Official Policy

📅 Scheduled Action

The board is set to approve policy updates that formally implement the state’s ban on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The changes make assigning DEI duties a reason for not renewing the superintendent’s contract, ensuring accountability from the top down.

How to Secure It

SECURE THE WIN: Email the HPISD Board to thank them for taking decisive action on Items 9.G and 9.H. ‘Thank you for codifying the state’s ban on DEI into district policy. This ensures accountability and keeps the focus on academic excellence, not political agendas.’

District Info

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