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Career & Technical Education
Modernizing vocational labs, equipment, and career-pathway learning spaces.
OUR SCHOOLS. OUR COMMUNITY. OUR FUTURE.
Thoughtful planning.
Stronger schools.
Bringing our community together to study district needs, evaluate priorities, and help shape the future of Silverton schools.
Silverton Citizens Advisory Committee • Silverton, Texas
BUILDING THE FUTURE, TOGETHER.A COMMUNITY-LED CONVERSATION
Good decisions start
with listening.
Parents, community members, local business leaders, and district staff are coming together to evaluate the current and future needs of Silverton ISD.
The committee will study facilities, review potential solutions, and consider financial impacts before developing recommendations for the Board of Trustees ahead of a potential May 2027 bond election.
Advisory by design. The committee recommends. The Board considers which projects, if any, move forward.
SIX AREAS OF FOCUS
Looking at the whole picture.
Student needs. District priorities.
Responsible use of community resources.
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Athletic Facilities
Evaluating sports and training spaces for safety, functionality, and student needs.
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Transportation Needs
Reviewing fleet safety, maintenance, route efficiency, and long-term capabilities.
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Teacher Housing
Exploring housing solutions to attract and retain high-quality educators.
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Facility & Capital Needs
Assessing campus structures, safety, technology, and infrastructure.
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Fiscal Responsibility
Balancing priorities and potential tax impact to safeguard taxpayer dollars.
THE PLANNING PROCESS
Four meetings. One shared future.
01Scheduled
October 12, 2026
Orientation & Finances
Overview of the district, enrollment trends, finances, facilities, and committee guidelines.
View Meeting02Scheduled
October 26, 2026
Campus Tours
Tour district facilities and assess needs in CTE, athletics, transportation, teacher housing, and other campus spaces.
View Meeting03Scheduled
November 9, 2026
Project Prioritization
Review identified capital needs, establish priorities, and evaluate potential bond scenarios.
View Meeting04Scheduled
December 14, 2026
Final Recommendations
Finalize project recommendations for presentation to the Silverton ISD Board of Trustees.
View Meeting Silverton ISD Cafeteria · 700 Loretta Street, Silverton, TX 79257 6:00–8:00 PM · Member meal at 5:30 PM
Committee Members OnlyThese meetings are not open to the public. Published meeting materials and updates are available on this site.
COMMITTEE PROGRESS
1Identify NeedsCurrent stage
2Tour & Evaluate
3Prioritize Projects
4Make Recommendations
5Board Consideration
YOUR VOICE. OUR COMMUNITY.
Public Town Hall Meetings
Join us to learn about district planning, ask questions, and share your perspective. Town hall meetings are open to everyone.
Town hall dates will be announced here.
Check back for upcoming public meetings, times, and locations.
OPEN INFORMATION. INFORMED COMMUNITY.
Document Center
Everything you need to follow the work,
all in one place.
The work is just getting started.
Meeting agendas, presentations, and supporting information will be available here as they are published.
FROM THE COMMITTEE
News & Updates
Follow meeting recaps, announcements, and the committee’s progress.
PLANNING IS UNDERWAY
The first meeting is October 12.
Follow this site for committee updates and newly published meeting materials.
View the Meeting ScheduleA FEW THINGS TO KNOW
Questions, answered.
What is the committee’s role?
The committee studies district needs and develops recommendations for the Silverton ISD Board of Trustees. It is advisory; the Board determines which projects, if any, move forward.
Has a bond package already been decided?
The committee is part of the planning process ahead of a potential May 2027 bond election. Project priorities and potential propositions are subject to committee review and Board consideration.
Where can I find meeting materials?
Agendas, presentations, and supporting documents will be published in the Document Center and on the related meeting page as they become available.
Who can I contact with questions?
Contact John York, Superintendent, at (806) 639-6300 or john.york@silvertonisd.net.
THE NEXT CHAPTER
Recommendations
for the future.
The committee’s final recommendations will be shared here after the planning process. The Board of Trustees will then consider the committee’s work and determine next steps.
RECOMMENDATIONS IN DEVELOPMENTLET’S KEEP THE CONVERSATION GOING
Have a question?
John York · Superintendent, Silverton ISD