Following the retirement announcement of Superintendent Bruce Gearing, Ed.D., the Leander ISD Board of Trustees has begun the formal process of selecting the next superintendent. This page will serve as the central hub for updates, key documents, application information and opportunities for community engagement throughout the search.
Search Timeline
This timeline will be updated as new steps occur throughout the search process.
December 2025
- Dec. 8, 2025:
Gearing Announces Retirement - Dec. 11, 2025:
Board Names Acting Superintendent
February 2026
- Feb. 6, 2026:
Board announces internal search, opening the application and beginning the community survey. The application and the community survey both close Feb. 25.
March 2026
- March 10, 2026:
Special Meeting of the Board to interview candidates - March 12, 2026:
Name the Lone Finalist
Additional timeline information will be made available on this page, once it’s finalized.
Apply for the Superintendent Position (Internal Candidates Only)
Prospective internal candidates will submit all materials through a secure online portal. The application closes Feb. 25.
Community Feedback
As part of the search, the Board is gathering community feedback through a survey, providing parents, staff and stakeholders an opportunity to share input. With several significant decisions ahead, the Board intends to move efficiently while still collecting meaningful data and perspectives to inform the final decision. The survey closes Feb. 25.
