Maria Serrano

The board meeting included several recognitions for student achievements and staff contributions. Notable recognitions included high school rocket teams, mariachi competition participants, middle and high school band performers, and student essay contest winners. Additionally, the meeting honored school nurses and recognized athletic achievements in baseball, tennis, and track, as well as accomplishments by the student council and UIL academic teams. The session also included a public comment period regarding district matters.

The Board meeting included superintendent updates regarding new staff appointments and athletics programs, as well as celebrations for student accomplishments in Destination Imagination and mariachi competitions. A partnership initiative with local McDonald's to promote student literacy for grades Pre-K through third was highlighted. The Board also recognized the maintenance department for their efforts in improving district facilities and the special education department for successfully clearing TEA corrective action plans with zero non-compliance findings.

The board meeting featured a superintendent's update, which highlighted district community events such as holiday programs, parades, concerts, and toy drives. Significant focus was placed on honoring student achievements, including the recognition of varsity football athletes with all-district and academic all-state honors, and the celebration of students receiving El Paso Community College certifications and associate degrees. Additionally, the board recognized a donation for the restoration of a school mascot. Finally, the board was formally acknowledged and honored as part of school board recognition month.

The board meeting featured extensive recognitions and presentations. Key segments included the acknowledgment of the Evelyn Schwartz Endowed Award recipient, celebration of student achievements in the Mariachi program, and honors for students participating in the El Paso Community College art exhibition. Additionally, the meeting highlighted accomplishments of the high school band, including UIL competition results, and recognized the middle school 8th grade softball team as district champions. Further recognitions were presented for district employees, assistant principals, and a staff member awarded for excellence in school communications. The transportation department also honored bus drivers for their role as school ambassadors.

The Fabens ISD Board of Trustees held a regular meeting covering various topics. The meeting included recognitions for outstanding scholarship and grant recipients, celebrations of Hispanic Heritage Month and National School Bus Safety Week, and recognition of the Lady Cats volleyball team, the football program, and JROTC cadets. There was also recognition of Miss Maria Gabby Pontas for receiving the 2025 Lonear Rising Award. The board also recognized donors to the Wildcat Fest. The board discussed the 2024-2025 accountability rating update for Fabens High School and the presentation of new hires.