Leander ISD Police Department
Leander ISD Police Department
About Us
In 2023, the Board of Trustees authorized the creation of a district police department to serve Leander ISD students, staff, and the broader community. The Leander ISD Police Department was officially established in July 2025.
All Leander ISD police officers are fully certified by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement and are authorized to carry out their duties in accordance with Chapter 51 of the Texas Education Code and Board Policy DKE. The Chief of Police reports directly to the Superintendent and serves as a member of the district’s Executive Leadership Team.
The Leander ISD Police Department operates 24/7 year-round. Most officers are assigned to specific campuses or patrol areas throughout the district. Officers receive ongoing training in areas including active shooter response, bomb threat procedures, emergency first aid, de-escalation strategies, and defensive tactics.
Our Mission
The LISD Police Department exists to ensure a safe and secure environment where students can learn, employees feel safe to work, and the community can trust the department to ensure everyone’s safety.
- We shall provide the highest quality of customer service at all times.
- We shall treat all stakeholders with the highest regard.
- We shall uphold the highest moral standards.
- We shall protect and ensure the safety of all stakeholders.
- We shall achieve greatness by rising to the highest possible standards.
Contact Us
Police Department
1900 Cougar Country Drive
Cedar Park, TX 78613
Emergencies: 911
24 Hour Non-Emergency Line: 512-278-4391
Office Phone: 512-570-0911
Fax: 512-570-0080
Email: [email protected]
Staff Directory
Command Staff
Shā Rogers
Chief of Police
Tricia Mirabelle
Assistant Police Chief
Sergeants
Xavier Horn
Police Sergeant
Tonya Reed
Police Sergeant
Police Staff
Impartial Policing
The Leander Independent School District Police Department recognizes the value of criminal profiling as a useful tool to assist law enforcement officers in carrying out their duties. Officers are prohibited, however, from practicing Impartial Profiling in any manner. This includes impartial profiling in traffic enforcement, suspect and vehicle searches, property seizures, field contacts, pedestrian stops, and other law enforcement duties.
Impartial profiling is the selection of individuals based solely on a common trait of a group. This includes, but is not limited to, race, ethnic background, gender, sexual orientation, religion, economic status, age, culture, or any other identifiable groups. All complaints of Impartial Profiling will be routed through the Internal Affairs Unit. In addition, law enforcement personnel will receive annual training on issues involving Impartial Profiling and the legal facets. The Internal Affairs Annual Summary of Internal Affairs Complaints shall include an administrative review of agency practices on impartial profiling, to include citizen complaints or concerns.
Complaints alleging violations of impartial policing may be filed with the Leander Independent School District Police Department at 1900 Cougar Country Drive, Cedar Park, Texas 78613. You may also email the complaint to [email protected]. Per state law, complaints must be written and signed by the complainant. Once the complaint is received, the Chief of Police will initiate an internal investigation.
Policies & Statistics
Directives
The Leander ISD Police Department directives are formal, written orders issued by the Chief of Police that define the policies and procedures governing the department. These directives are established with the authorization of the Superintendent and the Board of Trustees of the Leander Independent School District. Any changes or exceptions to these directives may only be made or approved by the Chief of Police.
While most directives are published in full, certain policies have been redacted to protect sensitive information. Content that could compromise public safety, endanger crime victims, impact district personnel, or hinder the department’s response to critical incidents has been withheld in accordance with rulings by the Office of the Attorney General. The department regularly reviews and updates its directives; as a result, there may be delays in the publication of newly revised or adopted policies.
Report a Threat
Leander ISD encourages you to report any information that raises concern, so we can respond appropriately. This includes reports about threats, weapons, fights, drugs, self-harm, suicide, or anything shared with you—or posted on social media—that you find troubling.
You can submit a report through Anonymous Alerts or by speaking directly with a campus administrator, district administrator, or a Leander ISD Police Officer. School safety is a shared responsibility, and we value your involvement.
In case of an emergency, call 911 or contact the Leander ISD Police Department at 512-278-4391.
File a Commendation/Complaint
We value your feedback. If you have a compliment or a complaint about the Leander ISD Police Department or any of our programs, officers, or staff, then we want to hear from you.
Please email us at: [email protected]
Resources
Travis County
Center for Children Protection in Travis County
Crime Tips – Austin
Williamson County
Crime Tips – Leander
Crime Tips – Cedar Park
Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center
Williamson County Crime Stoppers
General
Child Protective Services (CPS)
Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies
Fentanyl: One Pill Kills – Texas Health and Human Services
The National Center For Missing and Exploited Children
Recruiting
Now hiring full-time officers (Must be TCOLE Certified)
Come work for the Leander ISD Police Department. Located in Travis and Williamson County, Leander ISD is located across 200 square miles and has 48 campuses and over 42,000 students, who are seeking to learn and feel safe.
With the establishment of the district’s police department, the Leander ISD Police Department is looking for qualified, motivated professionals who are seeking employment with a growing law enforcement agency.
Benefits
At Leander ISD, we believe our team members deserve support, security, and opportunities to thrive—both professionally and personally. That’s why we’re proud to offer comprehensive benefits designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families.
For specific information about benefits at Leander ISD, visit the district’s Benefits webpage.
School Marshals
At the beginning of the 2025-2026 school year, Leander ISD is implementing a School Marshal Program at elementary campuses and the Early Childhood Center as part of its comprehensive, multi-layered approach to safety and security. All Leander ISD School Marshals are trained and licensed by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
About the School Marshal Program
- School Marshal positions are dedicated solely to enhancing school safety and are separate from instructional or teaching roles.
- The Leander ISD Police Department will post available School Marshal positions on the district website and will oversee the candidate interview process. Once selected, candidates will be placed on the waitlist for the School Marshal Training Course.
- The district will assist eligible hires in obtaining their School Marshal license upon successful completion of all training requirements.
- The School Marshal Program is licensed and regulated by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE), the same agency that oversees all law enforcement officers in Texas.
- To serve as a School Marshal, individuals must:
- Possess and maintain a valid Texas License to Carry (LTC)
- Pass an L-3 psychological evaluation
- Complete 80 hours of training, which covers topics including: physical security, improving the security of a campus, use of force, active shooter response, and weapon proficiency.
- Complete 16 hours of renewal training every two years
School Marshal Duties and Responsibilities
In Leander ISD, School Marshals’ duties and responsibilities include:
- Provide safety and security on campus
- Assist with Emergency Operation Planning
- Assist with Emergency Drills
- Assist with Door Audits
- Assist with Safety and Security training
- Respond during an active attack event
They do not have police authority.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between School Marshals and Peace Officers?
School Marshals are dedicated school personnel at elementary and Early Childhood Center campuses hired specifically to protect students and staff from physical harm. Each School Marshal must obtain licensing and certification through the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE), which includes: possessing and maintaining a valid Texas License to Carry (LTC), completing a psychological evaluation, and completing 80 hours of specialized training and 16 hours of renewal training every two years. It is important to note that School Marshals do not perform traditional law enforcement duties.
Police Officers are licensed law enforcement personnel responsible for patrolling Leander ISD property to ensure the safety of students, staff, and visitors, and to prevent loss or damage to district property due to theft or vandalism. They are tasked with upholding and enforcing all applicable penal and education laws in the State of Texas. Each officer must complete a minimum of 736 hours in the Basic Peace Officer Course, Active Shooter Response Training, and an additional 1,200 to 1,600 hours in School-Based Law Enforcement and Field Training. Officers are primarily assigned to secondary campuses, including middle schools and high schools.
When can I expect to see the presence of a School Marshal on my child’s campus?
Leander ISD is committed to a timely process that allows us the careful selection of qualified and vetted individuals for these positions. Leander ISD Police Department will use its expertise and experience to interview and place qualified candidates starting Fall 2025. School Marshals will be placed at campuses in phases based on need.
What would a School Marshal do while on campus?
State guidelines call for an armed guard to be on campus each day school is in session. Because this information is sensitive, the Leander ISD Police Department will develop the daily schedule internally and will not make it public.
School Marshals are not trained for full law‑enforcement duties. Instead, they act as extra eyes and ears—helping deter unsafe behavior and stepping in during an incident until local law enforcement arrives.
How would someone interested in becoming a School Marshal for the district learn more about open positions?
School Safety & Security Committee (SSSC)
The School Safety and Security Committee is a working group of diverse individuals that serve Leander lSD by helping create and maintain a safe and secure school climate and culture for staff and students.
| Committee Meeting Date | Agenda | Minutes |
|---|---|---|
| Aug. 8, 2022 | Aug. 8, 2022 – Agenda | Aug, 8, 2022 – Minutes |
| Nov. 1, 2022 | Nov. 1, 2022 – Agenda | Nov. 1, 2022 – Minutes |
| Feb. 6, 2023 | Feb. 6, 2023 – Agenda | Feb. 6, 2023 – Minutes |
| March 27, 2023 | March 27, 2023 – Agenda | March 27, 2023 – Minutes |
| May 8, 2023 | May 8, 2023 – Agenda | May 8, 2023 – Minutes |
| July 17, 2023 | July 17, 2023 – Agenda | July 17, 2023 – Minutes |
| Dec. 6, 2023 | Dec. 6, 2023 – Agenda | Dec. 6, 2023 – Minutes |
| April 29, 2024 | April 29, 2024 – Agenda | April 29, 2024 – Minutes |
| Aug. 5, 2024 | Aug. 5, 2024 – Agenda | Aug. 5, 2024 – Minutes |
| Oct. 16, 2024 | Oct. 16, 2024 – Agenda | Oct. 16, 2024 – Minutes |
| April 2, 2025 | April 2, 2025 – Agenda | April 2, 2025 – Minutes |
Meeting Protocols
During School Safety and Security Committee Meetings, we want to ensure a safe and secure environment for our community and staff. If you are planning to attend the meeting, please review the Safety, Decorum, and Speakers to the Agenda Protocols.
Speaker to the Agenda Guidelines
The Committee welcomes members of the community to speak about items on the committee meeting agenda at which the community member is speaking. In order to address the Committee, individuals must sign up online through the link provided on the meeting agenda between noon the day prior to meeting and noon the day of the meeting and be present at the meeting when their number is called. In order to receive confirmation of your request to speak, you must provide an email address when completing the form.
Please review the meeting protocols designed to help manage health, safety, decorum, and speaker comments at.
Each speaker will normally be given up to 1.5 minutes to make their comments regardless of the number of items for which they have registered.
- Speakers to Agenda Items is not a time for back-and-forth discussion with the Committee.
- The Committee does not allow the use of video, slide, or other electronic presentations.
- Written statements or supporting materials may be emailed to [email protected] no later than noon the day before the meeting.
- No abusive statements or threats of confrontation are permitted.
- Speakers are asked to stay on topic and refrain from naming individuals, especially students, as their identity is protected under law.
- The LISD School Safety and Security Committee seeks to conduct its meetings in a polite, professional manner, and appreciates comments being shared in a similar fashion.
- Individuals will be invited to speak in the order in which they signed up. Anyone not present during the Speakers to Agenda Items portion of the meeting when their number is called will forfeit their opportunity to speak.