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Blanco ISD

Superintendent

THIS IS A CONFIDENTIAL SEARCH. ONLY THE LONE FINALIST WILL BE REVEALED.

District Web Site: https://www.blancoisd.com/
ESC Region: 13
Timeline:  Pending Planning Meeting
Community involvement sessions: Online
Application Deadline: March 4, Tentative
Review of applications:  TBD
First-round interviews: TBD
Follow-up interview preparation: TBD
Second-round interviews: TBD
Vote to name finalist: TBD
Vote to hire TBD

 

Mission Statement In collaboration with our community, Blanco ISD cultivates open communication and individual growth. We maintain a safe and supportive learning environment. We provide challenging, innovative, and inclusive learning experiences. We empower students to reach their full potential, exemplify our community values, and prepare for life-long success.
About Community: The city of Blanco is nestled in the heart of the Texas Hill County. It is a historic town renowned for its small-town charm, cattle ranching roots and the scenic Blanco River which runs through the city and hosts Blanco State Park. Blanco ISD is rooted in a rich tradition of educational excellence and community pride, dating back to 1883.  

 

2024-2025 TEXAS ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE INFORMATION 

Accountability Rating: B
Total Number of Schools: 3
Total Students: 

1098

African American: 0.7%
Hispanic: 40.3%
White: 54.8%
Others: 4.2%
Econ. Disadvantaged: 44%
Total FTE Staff: 178.8
Total FTE Teachers: 86.8

 

QUALIFICATIONS AND CHARACTERISTICS

  1. An effective communicator with refined interpersonal skills who is visible, willing to listen and learn, and interacts well with the staff and community.
  2. A leader with a successful record of leading and monitoring the curriculum necessary for all students and teachers to excel academically and personally.
  3. Able to work in partnership with the Board of Trustees and build a climate of candor, mutual trust, and cooperation.
  4. An experienced financial manager who understands Texas school finance, how to maximize the district’s resources and tap alternative sources of funding.
  5. Is a progressive visionary that has had proven success in implementing instructional technology and innovative strategies in today’s classroom.
  6. An effective problem solver who actively solicits input from those involved reviews the facts, makes the tough decisions and supports those decisions with resources and personal commitment.