John Mardee Davis

The Leonard ISD School Board approved the teacher compensation package for the 2025-2026 school year. The package includes base salary, district insurance contribution, new hire and holiday stipend, and retention stipend. Additional compensation is provided for teachers with a Master's Degree. The package also outlines personal leave time.

The Leonard ISD District of Innovation Plan focuses on providing local control, customization, autonomy, and flexibility to the district, similar to open enrollment charter schools. It addresses key areas such as the school start date, class size waivers, teacher certification, teacher contracts, and the 90% attendance rule. The plan aims to improve student success through calendar flexibility, maintain optimal class sizes, allow local certification for teachers, adjust probationary contract periods, and align teacher days with required student minutes.

The 2024-2025 Campus Improvement Plan for Leonard Elementary focuses on several key goals. It aims to achieve a 'B' rating for Leonard ISD by meeting state performance standards across all subgroups and content areas. The plan also emphasizes ensuring academic success for all students through supplementary services and aids. Additionally, it focuses on aligning curriculum and instruction through weekly PLC meetings and professional development. The plan includes providing a safe, positive, and drug-free learning environment, decreasing discipline referrals, and increasing parent and community involvement through various communication methods and school-sponsored activities.

The 2022-2023 Campus Improvement Plan for Leonard Intermediate focuses on improving student achievement, school processes, and parent/community engagement. Key areas include implementing intervention programs to support at-risk students, enhancing instructional strategies through professional development, creating a safe and positive learning environment, and increasing parent involvement through improved communication and school activities. The plan aims to improve the school's accountability rating and ensure academic success for all students.