The Montgomery ISD Board of Trustees met Tuesday evening for their regularly scheduled monthly meeting. You can watch the video and read the recap below: 

Montgomery ISD Trustees Approve Memorandum of Understanding with Local Law Enforcement Agencies

Trustees also receive update on 2022 Bond Program

During the February school board meeting, Montgomery ISD trustees renewed the district police department’s Memorandum of Understanding agreement with law enforcement agencies that have overlapping jurisdiction within district boundaries. These agencies include the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department, City of Montgomery Police, Montgomery County Constables, and the Texas Department of Public Safety.

The MISD Police Department works with these agencies to ensure a well-coordinated response in case of emergencies.

“Montgomery ISD Police Department’s partnership with neighboring law enforcement agencies enhances our ability to protect and serve students, staff, and our community,” MISD Police Chief Rickey Doerre said. “As school districts across Texas strengthen campus safety and security measures, we are grateful for the support of our law enforcement partners and are always glad to assist them in return.”

Trustees also approved the purchase of four police vehicles from the City of Tomball.

“We appreciate the collaboration with Tomball city officials to sell police vehicles to the district,” Superintendent Dr. Mark Ruffin said. “One of our priorities in Proposition A is to maintain the level of safety and security across our campuses. Providing our police department with updated, reliable vehicles equips our officers to do their jobs more effectively. This is a win-win situation for both the city and the school district. Montgomery ISD’s Police Department benefits by receiving updated, low-mileage vehicles that have been well-maintained.”

Bond 2022 Project Updates

Trustees received an update on projects funded by the district’s 2022 bond campaign.

Chief Facilities and Operations Officer Brad Mansfield reported that:

• Construction at the MISD CTE & Ag-Science Center and renovations at Montgomery High School are both more than 70% complete.
• Renovations at Stewart Creek, Lone Star, and Madeley Ranch elementary campuses are 40% complete. Outdoor and after-hours work, including updated fencing, administrative restrooms, painting, and above-ceiling electrical, will begin in April 2025.
• At the MISD Stadium Complex, underground utility upgrades have been completed, and replacement safety nets installed at the baseball and softball fields. Renovations to the fieldhouse are 95% complete.
• The new stadium turf will feature the MISD logo at midfield, Montgomery Bears and Lake Creek Lions logos in opposite end zones, and the Texas flag at the 15-yard markers, celebrating Montgomery as the “Birthplace of the Texas Flag.”
• Both the MISD Stadium Complex and the Liberty Transportation Fuel Center projects are 25% complete.

All Bond 2022 projects remain on budget, with targeted completion in summer 2025. To date, 39.6% of bond funds ($213.6 million of $326 million) have been spent.

Academic Achievement & Student Recognition

Leaders from MISD’s Teaching & Learning Department provided an update on Goal 1 of the Strategic Plan: Academic Achievement.

“Montgomery ISD students scored above the state average in every tested area on STAAR Performance measures in 2024,” Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Education Dr. Chris Summers said.  “The Texas Accountability System evaluates the academic performance of Texas public schools as measured through standardized assessments such as STAAR and is one indicator of how students are learning and succeeding in Montgomery ISD. These results reflect the dedication of our talented educators to work hard every day to ensure students demonstrate measurable academic growth in supportive learning environments.”

Trustees also recognized five students for earning distinctions in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program:

• Brody Grochett (Montgomery High School) – Named a Finalist, an honor bestowed on less than 1% of U.S. high school seniors.
• Richard Orduna-Garcia (Montgomery High School), Keaton Anderson, Marshall Anderson and Brett Harrington (Lake Creek High School) – Named Commended Students.

“These recognitions are a testament to the hard work, discipline, and commitment of these outstanding students, their families, and their teachers,” Dr. Ruffin said. “We are incredibly proud of them for this well-earned honor.”

Staff Recognition

Madeley Ranch Elementary teacher Kimberly Ellis was honored for achieving National Board Certification, a prestigious voluntary assessment program recognizing accomplished teachers who meet the highest standards in their profession.

“National Board Certification provides numerous benefits to teachers, students, and schools,” Dr. Ruffin said. “It was designed to develop, retain, and recognize accomplished teachers while generating ongoing improvements in schools nationwide. We congratulate Ms. Ellis for this prestigious accomplishment.”

Madeley Ranch Elementary Assistant Principal Megan Parker was named 2025 Region 6 AP of the Year by the Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (TEPSA). This peer-based award celebrates assistant principals across Texas who demonstrate exceptional leadership in fostering excellence for students and teachers.

“I am extremely excited and incredibly humbled by this recognition,” Parker said. “To be working in my own community and representing Region 6 is such an outstanding honor. It is a privilege to serve alongside the exceptional educators at Madeley Ranch Elementary.”

Madeley Ranch Principal Jewel Tucker praised Parker’s leadership.

“She hit the ground running this fall, improving safety practices, strengthening individualized student learning, and enhancing support systems. Her dedication has made a tremendous impact on our Mustangs.”

Finally, Lincoln Elementary Principal Kerri Ashlock was named 2025 Region 6 TEPSAN of the Year by TEPSA. This award recognizes a principal for their commitment to advancing education and advocating for Texas PK-8 students and educators.

“I am truly honored to be selected as the Region 6 TEPSAN of the Year,” Ashlock said. “I am fortunate to work in Montgomery ISD, where I am supported in leading Lincoln Elementary in a way that fosters collaboration and builds on our collective strengths to drive student success.”

Montgomery ISD Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Education Carrie Fitzpatrick commended Ashlock’s leadership.

“This well-deserved recognition is a testament to Mrs. Ashlock’s dedication, passion, and commitment to making a difference in students’ lives. We are so happy for her to receive this honor.”