Author: Daniel Cernero

Special Olympics – Leander Lazers

Who is eligible to participate? To be a part of the Leander ISD Special Olympics Team, a participant must be a student of Leander ISD and at least 8 years old who: Is identified as intellectually disabled (ID) and/or a closely...

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Blind & Visually Impaired

The Leander ISD Visual Impairments (VI) Department provides specialized instruction and support for students who are blind or visually impaired from birth through age 22. Services are individualized through the IFSP or ARD/IEP...

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Assistive Technology

Assistive technology can ensure that students with disabilities receive a free and appropriate public education (FAPE) by allowing access to the general education curriculum and settings, providing opportunities for active...

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Special Education: Family Support Resources

Parent Liaison The Parent Liaison provides unique assistance to families of students with disabilities. The Liaison is a link between school personnel and families. Families seeking assistance or just information about services...

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Transition Planning: Self-Determination

Self-Determination: Acting as the primary causal agent in one’s life and making decisions and choices regarding one’s quality of life free from undue external influence or interference. Self Determination for...

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Transition Planning: Post-Secondary Life

Our goal in transition planning is to graduate students to meaningful, sustainable lives with the greatest independence possible. Depending on the student that life can include anything from attending a 4-year university to job...

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Transition Planning: Pathway to Graduation

High School Transition Services Student and Parent Guide to Graduation in Texas LISD Transition Services Slide Guide LISD Transition Services Slide Guide Spanish Age of Majority (Transfer of Rights Visual) Vocational Services...

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Transition Planning

2023 Dream Big Video 2023 LIVE Celebration Ceremony Video In LISD, the goal of Transition Planning and Services is to graduate students to meaningful, sustainable lives regardless of their disability. Our system capitalizes on...

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Facility Rentals

Rental fees and policies are subject to change based on Board action. Leander ISD seeks to provide facilities to serve the students and youth by providing a quality educational environment. We welcome our community to use the...

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RSS News

  • Leander ISD Serving Up Good Nutrition for Local Children this Summer May 15, 2026
    This summer, Leander ISD will connect children 18 and younger and enrolled students with disabilities up to 21 with healthy, no-cost summer meals.
  • The Compass: May 13, 2026 May 13, 2026
    Student creativity, teamwork and school spirit are front and center in this edition of The Compass! Plus, find important reminders for returning student verification and the Class of 2026.
  • Board Briefs: May 7, 2026 May 13, 2026
    During its May 7 meeting, the Board of Trustees agenda included: * Spotlight on Learning: Bagdad ES * Student Leaders Share Research-Driven Recommendations to Strengthen the LISD Experience * Trustees Approve 2026–27 Compensation Plan Amid Ongoing Budget Pressures * Gifted and Talented Update Highlights Rigorous Learning Opportunities for Students * School Health Advisory Council Shares […]

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  • Site Change Requests October 29, 2025
  • Careers: Plant Services October 27, 2023
    We are hiring! Visit the Careers site to apply now. Like you, we’re thinking of the future when we can come together as a community once again, and to do that, we’ll need you!  HELP US MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Looking for a career change? Want to make a difference in your community? Join our Plant Services department and […]
  • Running for the Leander ISD School Board FAQs October 2, 2023
    How many members are on the Leander ISD School Board and how long do they serve? The Board consists of seven members serving terms of four years, with elections held on the November uniform election date in even numbered years. The terms of half of the Board members, or as near to half as possible, […]