Author: Daniel Cernero

Non-School Testing Accommodations

Section 504 and IEP accommodations are not automatically given to students on the PSAT, SAT, AP and ACT exams. These are nationally-normed exams that are governed by private, not-for-profit entities. Some students with...

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Homeless Services

LISD works to ensure the identification, school enrollment and provision of services and opportunities for academic success of students in homeless situations according to the McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance...

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Dyslexia Services

The Leander ISD dyslexia program is designed to provide a short-term, intensive reading intervention for children who qualify for services, based upon district and state qualification criteria. Services are offered to qualifying...

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Translation & Interpretation Services

COVID-19: Translation and Interpretation Support Services Overview Leander ISD is a fast-growing, multicultural school district in Central Texas. Our diverse population reflects many languages and cultures. Translation Services...

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English as a Second Language (ESL)

Goals of ESL The goal of the ESL program is to develop English language proficiency using second language methodology through explicit instruction in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in all academic areas. Description...

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Job Applicants FAQs

FAQs How do I apply for a position at Leander ISD? Please fill out an online application on our website. All applicants are required to have a submitted application to be considered for any position in Leander ISD. If certified...

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STAAR Information

Overview What scores are needed to pass STAAR EOC exams? The Texas Education Agency (TEA) identifies four performance categories: Masters Grade Level: Performance at this level indicates that a student shows mastery of the...

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Tax Information

Visit this page for a year-by-year breakdown of the tax rate, along with information on how the property tax system works in Texas.

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RSS News

  • Board Briefs: June 4, 2026 June 9, 2026
    During its June 4 meeting, the Board of Trustees agenda included: * District Introduces ‘Leander ISD 2037’ Long-Range Planning Approach * Internal Audits of Human Resources & Procurement Highlight Opportunities to Strengthen District Systems * Trustees Approve K–5 Math Instructional Resource * Hiring Announcements: Tarvin Elementary Principal, Chief Financial Officer, LISD Deputy Superintendent of Administrative […]
  • Waltmon Selected Deputy Superintendent of Administrative Services June 5, 2026
    The Leander ISD Board of Trustees approved Kimberly Waltmon, Ed.D., as Deputy Superintendent of Administrative Services during its regular meeting Thursday, June 4.
  • Leander ISD names Daniel Villarreal Sr. as Chief Financial Officer June 5, 2026
    Leander ISD is pleased to announce Daniel Villarreal Sr. as the district’s new Chief Financial Officer. Villarreal brings more than four decades of experience in public finance, auditing and school business operations.

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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, […]