Leander ISD Podcast Network

Students and parents watched as Superintendent Bruce Gearing, Ed.D., assistant superintendents, and elementary school principals responded to questions about remote learning, spring events, access to buildings that are closed, and other items related to the coronavirus (COVID-19) global pandemic. The discussion, occurring via a Zoom webinar on April 22, 2020, is available on video via the LISD YouTube channel. As always, you can submit questions for immediate responses from our team on our Support Website or through Let’s Talk. We will also be available for our entire community every Wednesday, 4:30 p.m. on Facebook for Let’s Talk, Learn, and Have Fun with Bruce and Friends.

In Episode 5 of our Facebook LIVE show, "Let's Talk, Learn, and Have Fun with Bruce & Friends," we learned more about report cards and how learning will be measured and communicated. An outstanding Vandegrift HS student panel gave their thoughts on what's happening from an international student perspective, and a super cute performance from Parkside Elementary kindergartners!

In a workshop discussion focused on proposed compensation plan recommendations, Trustees considered and discussed the ramifications of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) global pandemic. The board’s interest in the safety and wellbeing of both students and employees was clearly evident in the discussion. Chief Financial Officer, Elaine Cogburn, and Chief Human Resources Officer, Karie Lynn McSpadden presented a coordinated package of personnel and budget options for the board to consider. Included were scenarios which examined questions the board had previously expressed regarding what might happen if enrollment or property value growth slows, or state funding formulas change significantly during the 2021 legislative session.

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We have to be physically apart from each other, but we can still be social. Superintendent Bruce Gearing, Ed.D. hosted a live chat with middle school students in a Zoom webinar on April 21, 2020. During the webinar, Bruce, middle school principals, and assistant superintendents answered questions about virtual learning, spring events, and the overall district response to the COVID-19 response by Leander ISD.

We have to be physically apart from each other, but we can still be social. Superintendent Bruce Gearing, Ed.D. hosted a live chat with high school students in a Zoom webinar on April 20, 2020. During the webinar, Bruce, high school principals, and assistant superintendents answered questions about virtual learning, graduation plans, and the overall district response to the COVID-19 response by Leander ISD.

The district continues to respond to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) global pandemic, with the Board of Trustees meeting remotely for its April 16, 2020, Agenda Review meeting. In addition to COVID-19, the Board discussed remote learning, bond sales, and construction. Listen to our Board Briefs podcast, including a summary of the meeting and the entire meeting audio. You can watch the meeting on YouTube and review the entire agenda on our Board Book website. 

LISD Superintendent Bruce Gearing, Ed.D. answers questions to some “Hot Topics” and discuss the launch of our Remote Learning Parenting Hub. You’ll hear from six graduating seniors, one from every LISD high school campus.

Season 1 Episode 3 focuses on the resources available to parents and allows us as a district to connect with our students. Watch a segment on mindfulness, a resounding performance from a graduating senior as well as hear LISD Superintendent Bruce Gearing answer questions about our next steps. Enjoy!

We announced our Remote Learning Phase 2 on April 1, 2020. In order to add clarity and connect with our students, families, teachers, and staff, Superintendent Bruce Gearing hosted our second episode of “Let’s Talk, Learn and Have Fun with Bruce and Friends” on April 1, live on Facebook.  Hear our leadership team talk about our recent grading policy change, the impact on class rank/GPA, and phase 2 of our Remote Learning Plan. We also have a special guest performance by Danielson Middle School principal Mark Koller.