Texas Public Policy Foundation Alert: NEW DEAL ISD – Monday, September 28, 2026 [70d8fc39]

Texas Public Policy Foundation

Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming NEW DEAL ISD agenda. There are 1 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.

🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 5)

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Undisclosed ‘Team of 8’ Board Training

📅 2026-09-28

The board is holding a ‘Team of 8’ training session with an external speaker, David Backus. These sessions are often conducted by taxpayer-funded lobbying groups like the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB), which advocate for policies that can lead to higher taxes and reduced parental rights.

Response

DEMAND THE DETAILS: Contact the New Deal ISD administration (see the Official Agenda link for contact info): ‘Who is David Backus and what organization does he represent for the Team of 8 training on Item 5? Please provide the public with the training materials and the total cost before the meeting.’

💰 Impact: Undisclosed Training/Lobbying Fees

District Info

Address

401 S AUBURN AVE, NEW DEAL, TX 79350

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