The Cleveland ISD Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees will begin at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, December 15, 2025. The meeting will be held at the Cleveland ISD Administrative Building, 1901 E. Houston Street, Cleveland, TX 77327. The meeting will be recorded and made available on the district website by the end of the day on Wednesday, December 17, 2025.
Board Meeting Agenda
Public comment will be available in person. Members of the public who wish to speak must complete and submit a Notice of Intent to Address the Board of Trustees by 6:00 p.m. on Monday, December 15.
Speaker Guidelines (per Board Policy BED):
3 minutes
In-person or via teleconference
Meeting Guidelines for Cleveland ISD
For the safety of all attendees:
All regular monthly board meetings are live-streamed and recorded for public access.
The board may confine its meetings to specified subject matter
Public comment shall occur at the beginning of the meeting.
Board Meeting Agenda
Public comment will be available in person. Members of the public who wish to speak must complete and submit a Notice of Intent to Address the Board of Trustees by 6:00 p.m. on Monday, December 15.
Speaker Guidelines (per Board Policy BED):
3 minutes
In-person or via teleconference
Meeting Guidelines for Cleveland ISD
For the safety of all attendees:
All regular monthly board meetings are live-streamed and recorded for public access.
The board may confine its meetings to specified subject matter
Public comment shall occur at the beginning of the meeting.
Our third episode of Fireside Chat is now live. This week, we shine a spotlight on our Royal Braves Band in a special episode titled Victory and Rhythm.
Join us as CHS Band Director Mr. Shaka Hawkins and senior drum major Christopher Ibarra share the journey that led to their UIL State Military Marching Championship. Their story is filled with pride, discipline, and the powerful rhythm that defines our band program.
Click to watch and celebrate this outstanding achievement with us. Cleveland ISD is proud of our champions and the legacy they continue to build.
#RoyalBravesBand #FiresideChat #VictoryAndRhythm #ForwardTogether
Fireside Chat Episode 3: "Victory and Rhythm"
https://youtu.be/0JfkfxW-p2E
Join us as CHS Band Director Mr. Shaka Hawkins and senior drum major Christopher Ibarra share the journey that led to their UIL State Military Marching Championship. Their story is filled with pride, discipline, and the powerful rhythm that defines our band program.
Click to watch and celebrate this outstanding achievement with us. Cleveland ISD is proud of our champions and the legacy they continue to build.
#RoyalBravesBand #FiresideChat #VictoryAndRhythm #ForwardTogether
Fireside Chat Episode 3: "Victory and Rhythm"
https://youtu.be/0JfkfxW-p2E
🎓 Join the Cleveland ISD Gifted & Talented Advisory Committee!
Cleveland ISD invites parents, educators, and community members to participate in the 2025–2026 Gifted and Talented (G/T) Advisory Committee. This committee plays a vital role in shaping the future of our Gifted & Talented Program by reviewing policies, sharing feedback, and making recommendations that help us continue to serve our exceptional students with excellence.
Who can join:
✔️ Parents of GT students
✔️ Community members
✔️ GT-trained educators
✔️ District and campus staff
📅 Get involved today: https://bit.ly/Cleveland_ISD_GT
For more details, visit https://bit.ly/ClevelandISD_GTInfo
or contact Rebecca Stoudt, District GT Coordinator at rebecca_stoudt@clevelandisd.org
.
Together we can continue moving Forward Together to strengthen opportunities for all learners across Cleveland ISD!
Cleveland ISD invites parents, educators, and community members to participate in the 2025–2026 Gifted and Talented (G/T) Advisory Committee. This committee plays a vital role in shaping the future of our Gifted & Talented Program by reviewing policies, sharing feedback, and making recommendations that help us continue to serve our exceptional students with excellence.
Who can join:
✔️ Parents of GT students
✔️ Community members
✔️ GT-trained educators
✔️ District and campus staff
📅 Get involved today: https://bit.ly/Cleveland_ISD_GT
For more details, visit https://bit.ly/ClevelandISD_GTInfo
or contact Rebecca Stoudt, District GT Coordinator at rebecca_stoudt@clevelandisd.org
.
Together we can continue moving Forward Together to strengthen opportunities for all learners across Cleveland ISD!
CISD is hosting a Fall Literacy Event that coincides with CISD's 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat. 🎃👻🦇🕷🕸
There will be free books, fun activities, and prizes!!! Come out and enjoy the festivities on Saturday, October 25th from 9 am to 12 pm at Cleveland High School. 📖🎉🎊🤩🎲🎯🎪🎁
📣 Cleveland ISD is hiring Substitute Teachers!
Interested in making a difference in our schools? Join us for an information and application Help Session, where you’ll receive step-by-step guidance to start your journey as a substitute teacher. 🍎✨#ForwardTogether
📅 Thursday, October 30, 2025
⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 Santa Fe Middle School (Library)
7581 CR 3540, Cleveland, TX 77327
✅ Learn how to apply
✅ Get help completing your online application
✅ Find out about required documents & qualifications
✅ Ask questions about pay, schedules, and expectations
✅ Connect directly with our HR team!
👉 Apply today and be part of our Cleveland ISD family: https://rb.gy/wyhfrs
Interested in making a difference in our schools? Join us for an information and application Help Session, where you’ll receive step-by-step guidance to start your journey as a substitute teacher. 🍎✨#ForwardTogether
📅 Thursday, October 30, 2025
⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 Santa Fe Middle School (Library)
7581 CR 3540, Cleveland, TX 77327
✅ Learn how to apply
✅ Get help completing your online application
✅ Find out about required documents & qualifications
✅ Ask questions about pay, schedules, and expectations
✅ Connect directly with our HR team!
👉 Apply today and be part of our Cleveland ISD family: https://rb.gy/wyhfrs
🎉🌮 Nacho Average Students! 🌮🎉
C9 is proud to celebrate our students with PERFECT ATTENDANCE at today’s Nacho Average Student event! 🙌 These amazing Indians enjoyed delicious nachos provided by our incredible partners at Communities in Schools East Texas. Shout out to Ms. Trahan, or CIS rep, for making this possible!
👏 We are so proud of our committed students who know what it takes to #BEC9 every single day!
#PerfectAttendance #NachoAverageStudent #CommunitiesInSchools
🌟 Familias de Cleveland ISD, ¡nos complace anunciar que nuestro distrito ha lanzado la nueva aplicación de Cleveland ISD!
Con la aplicación ahora cuentan con Rooms, nuestra plataforma de mensajería bidireccional para padres, que les brinda actualizaciones en tiempo real de los maestros y el personal del campus.
✅ Todos los campus están migrando a esta plataforma, por lo que ya no necesitarán usar múltiples aplicaciones para mantenerse conectados. Ahora todo está en un solo lugar: mensajes, eventos, documentos, clases y notificaciones.
📲 Descarguen hoy mismo la aplicación Cleveland ISD, TX desde la App Store o Google Play, y activen las notificaciones para mantenerse informados.
#ForwardTogether #ClevelandISD
Con la aplicación ahora cuentan con Rooms, nuestra plataforma de mensajería bidireccional para padres, que les brinda actualizaciones en tiempo real de los maestros y el personal del campus.
✅ Todos los campus están migrando a esta plataforma, por lo que ya no necesitarán usar múltiples aplicaciones para mantenerse conectados. Ahora todo está en un solo lugar: mensajes, eventos, documentos, clases y notificaciones.
📲 Descarguen hoy mismo la aplicación Cleveland ISD, TX desde la App Store o Google Play, y activen las notificaciones para mantenerse informados.
#ForwardTogether #ClevelandISD
🌟 Cleveland ISD Families, we are excited to announce that our district has launched the new Cleveland ISD App!
With the app, you now have Rooms, our two-way parent messaging platform, giving you real-time updates from your child’s teacher and campus staff.
✅ All campuses are moving to this platform, so families will no longer need multiple apps to stay connected. Everything is now in one place: messages, events, documents, classes, and notifications.
📲 Download the Cleveland ISD, TX App today from the App Store or Google Play, and turn on your notifications to stay informed.
#ForwardTogether #ClevelandISD
With the app, you now have Rooms, our two-way parent messaging platform, giving you real-time updates from your child’s teacher and campus staff.
✅ All campuses are moving to this platform, so families will no longer need multiple apps to stay connected. Everything is now in one place: messages, events, documents, classes, and notifications.
📲 Download the Cleveland ISD, TX App today from the App Store or Google Play, and turn on your notifications to stay informed.
#ForwardTogether #ClevelandISD
📲 Stay Connected with Cleveland ISD!
Don’t miss any important updates from your child’s school. Follow these quick steps to get connected in the Cleveland ISD app:
1️⃣ Search "Cleveland ISD, TX" in your phone’s app store and download the app.
2️⃣ Select Allow Notifications during setup so you never miss alerts.
3️⃣ Click on “Rooms” or “Messages” to sign in and start receiving updates.
✅ If you are not receiving notifications, make sure app notifications are enabled in your phone’s settings.
Together we stay informed and #ForwardTogether!
📱 Download now on the App Store or Google Play.
Don’t miss any important updates from your child’s school. Follow these quick steps to get connected in the Cleveland ISD app:
1️⃣ Search "Cleveland ISD, TX" in your phone’s app store and download the app.
2️⃣ Select Allow Notifications during setup so you never miss alerts.
3️⃣ Click on “Rooms” or “Messages” to sign in and start receiving updates.
✅ If you are not receiving notifications, make sure app notifications are enabled in your phone’s settings.
Together we stay informed and #ForwardTogether!
📱 Download now on the App Store or Google Play.
Cleveland ISD is thankful to those before us that have changed the world for the better!🙏 Take a moment to realize the wisdom our community's senior citizens have given to us to make our world a better place.🥹 Please feel free to share a photo of loved ones and the advice they have given to you!✨
#ForwardTogether #ClevelandISD #IndianPride
Cleveland ISD Implements Distraction-Free Education Policy for 2025-2026
To support student focus, well-being, and academic achievement, Cleveland ISD is implementing a Distraction-Free Education Policy aligned with House Bill 1481. This new policy limits the use of personal electronic devices during the school day.
What You Need to Know:
🔹 Elementary & Middle School & High School
All personal devices (including cell phones, earbuds, smartwatches, etc.) must be powered off and stored away from the first bell to the last.
🔹 All Campuses:
This policy applies during passing periods, assemblies, and all school activities.
Why It Matters:
The goal is to reduce distractions, enhance emotional wellness, and strengthen student engagement with peers, teachers, and learning.
How Families Can Support:
✅ Talk with your child about staying focused and device-free at school.
✅ Ensure devices are stored in backpacks
✅ To reach your child during the school day, please call the school’s front office.
Thank you for partnering with Cleveland ISD to create a safe, focused, and connected learning environment!
To support student focus, well-being, and academic achievement, Cleveland ISD is implementing a Distraction-Free Education Policy aligned with House Bill 1481. This new policy limits the use of personal electronic devices during the school day.
What You Need to Know:
🔹 Elementary & Middle School & High School
All personal devices (including cell phones, earbuds, smartwatches, etc.) must be powered off and stored away from the first bell to the last.
🔹 All Campuses:
This policy applies during passing periods, assemblies, and all school activities.
Why It Matters:
The goal is to reduce distractions, enhance emotional wellness, and strengthen student engagement with peers, teachers, and learning.
How Families Can Support:
✅ Talk with your child about staying focused and device-free at school.
✅ Ensure devices are stored in backpacks
✅ To reach your child during the school day, please call the school’s front office.
Thank you for partnering with Cleveland ISD to create a safe, focused, and connected learning environment!
El primer día de clases, invitamos a padres, abuelos, tías y tíos, hermanos y hermanas, mentores, exalumnos, líderes comunitarios y figuras ejemplares a llenar las entradas del Centro de Noveno Grado de Cleveland con saludos, apretones de manos, sonrisas y palabras de aliento mientras nuestros estudiantes comienzan el nuevo año.
📣 “100% Apoyo” – Evento de Bienvenida del Primer Día
📅 Fecha: Martes, 5 de agosto de 2025
🕘 Hora: 6:15 a. m. a las 7:15 a. m.
📍 Lugar: Centro de 9. Grado de Cleveland (Los voluntarios se reunirán en la biblioteca)
Tu presencia transmitirá un mensaje contundente, especialmente a los estudiantes, de que son vistos, valorados y apoyados por modelos a seguir fuertes y positivos en su comunidad. Ya seas padre, madre, entrenador, pastor, veterano, socorrista, educador o simplemente alguien que cree en el poder de estar presente, eres importante y, a veces, estar presente es el mejor primer paso hacia el éxito.
📣 “100% Apoyo” – Evento de Bienvenida del Primer Día
📅 Fecha: Martes, 5 de agosto de 2025
🕘 Hora: 6:15 a. m. a las 7:15 a. m.
📍 Lugar: Centro de 9. Grado de Cleveland (Los voluntarios se reunirán en la biblioteca)
Tu presencia transmitirá un mensaje contundente, especialmente a los estudiantes, de que son vistos, valorados y apoyados por modelos a seguir fuertes y positivos en su comunidad. Ya seas padre, madre, entrenador, pastor, veterano, socorrista, educador o simplemente alguien que cree en el poder de estar presente, eres importante y, a veces, estar presente es el mejor primer paso hacia el éxito.
On the first day of school, we are calling on parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles, brothers and sisters, mentors, alumni, community leaders, and role models to line the entrances of Cleveland 9th Grade Center with high fives, handshakes, smiles, and words of encouragement as our students walk into a new year.
📣 “100% Support” – First Day Welcome Event
📅 Date: Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
🕘 Time: 6:15 AM –7:15 AM
📍 Location: Cleveland 9th Grade Center (Volunteers will meet in the library)
Your presence will send a powerful message, especially to students, that they are seen, valued, and supported by strong, positive role models in their community. Whether you're a parent, coach, pastor, veteran, first responder, educator, or simply someone who believes in the power of showing up, you matter and sometimes, showing up is the best first step in success.
📣 “100% Support” – First Day Welcome Event
📅 Date: Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
🕘 Time: 6:15 AM –7:15 AM
📍 Location: Cleveland 9th Grade Center (Volunteers will meet in the library)
Your presence will send a powerful message, especially to students, that they are seen, valued, and supported by strong, positive role models in their community. Whether you're a parent, coach, pastor, veteran, first responder, educator, or simply someone who believes in the power of showing up, you matter and sometimes, showing up is the best first step in success.
🎉🐾 We’re WILD about Early Childhood! 🐾🎉
Cleveland ISD is excited to host the Wild About Early Childhood Conference on July 17, 2025. This year, we're opening it up to the entire community!
We invite PK–3rd-grade teachers, private daycare providers, education majors, and caregivers to join us for a fun, inspiring day focused on supporting and empowering our youngest learners.
🗓 Date: July 17, 2025
📍 Location: Cleveland ISD Administration Building
🕗 Time: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
📲 Register now by scanning the QR code below!
Join us to connect, learn, and grow with fellow early childhood professionals and advocates. Let’s go wild for early learning! 🌿🦁🦒🦜🦏
#WildAboutEarlyChildhood #ClevelandISD #EarlyLearningMatters #CommunityLearning #CISDEvents
🌞🍎 CISD Summer Meal Program 2025 Is Here! 🍽️🌞
Cleveland ISD is proud to offer FREE summer meals to all children 18 years and younger—no registration or ID required!
📅 Dates: Monday – Thursday, June 2 – June 26, 2025
📍 Locations & Times:
Southside Elementary
Breakfast: 7:00–7:30 AM | Lunch: 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
Santa Fe Middle School
Breakfast: 8:00–8:30 AM | Lunch: 12:30–1:00 PM
Cleveland High School
Breakfast: 8:00–8:30 AM | Lunch: 12:30–1:00 PM
Pine Burr Elementary
Breakfast: 7:00–7:30 AM | Lunch: 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
Tarkington Middle School
Breakfast: 8:00–8:30 AM | Lunch: 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Tuff Kids School
Breakfast: 8:30–8:50 AM | Lunch: 12:00–12:30 PM
📞 Questions? Contact our Child Nutrition Department at 281-592-2618.
Let’s make sure every child in our community stays healthy and nourished this summer! 💚
#ClevelandISD #SummerMeals #HealthyKids #FreeMeals #CommunityFirst
🚨👮♂️ Welcome to the Cleveland ISD Family, Chief James Kelemen! 👮♂️🚨
Cleveland ISD is proud to welcome Chief James Kelemen as our new Chief of Police! With a distinguished career in law enforcement and a passion for building safe, student-centered environments, Chief Kelemen brings experience, integrity, and a servant-leader mindset to our district.
He is committed to strengthening school safety, community trust, and positive relationships between students, staff, and officers. We are excited to have his leadership as we continue to prioritize the well-being and security of every Cleveland ISD campus.
Please join us in giving Chief Kelemen a warm welcome to Indian Nation! 💙🖤
#ClevelandISD #WelcomeChiefKelemen #StudentSafety #ForwardTogether
Dear Families,
We couldn’t be prouder of the incredible accomplishments happening across Cleveland ISD. The Cleveland Weekly Insider is our way of celebrating these weekly wins — and we’re just getting started.
Together, we are Moving Forward — celebrating our students, supporting our staff, and building a bright future for Cleveland ISD.
Warm regards,
Cleveland ISD Communications Team
📢 #ClevelandProud | #MovingForward | #ClevelandWeeklyInsider
Cleveland ISD: C9 Parents, this is just a reminder that students are not allowed to bring backpacks for the rest of the school year. Thanks for your support as we finish strong!"
Cleveland ISD: Padres de C9, este es solo un recordatorio de que los estudiantes no pueden traer mochilas por el resto del año escolar. ¡Gracias por su apoyo mientras cerramos el año con fuerza!
🌟 Teacher Appreciation Week | May 5–9, 2025 🌟
This week, we proudly celebrate Cleveland ISD’s amazing teachers for their unwavering dedication, passion, and commitment to student success.
Our educators go above and beyond every day to inspire, support, and empower the leaders of tomorrow. Please join us in showing your appreciation and gratitude for the difference they make in our schools and community!
💙🧡 Thank you, Cleveland ISD teachers—you are the heart of our district!
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #WeAreClevelandStrong #ThankATeacher
📣 Superintendent Announcement
It’s Official – Dr. Glenn Barnes Named Superintendent of Cleveland ISD
The Cleveland ISD Board of Trustees has unanimously voted to appoint Dr. Glenn Barnes as the Superintendent of Schools. With a strong vision for educational excellence and community engagement, Dr. Barnes is ready to lead Cleveland ISD into a bright and successful future.
We welcome Dr. Barnes and look forward to the continued growth and success of our district under his leadership.
➡️ Stay tuned for updates and a message from Superintendent Barnes coming soon.
#ClevelandISD #Leadership #SuperintendentAnnouncement
