Alvin ISD Teacher Tanya Jabbar Alleges Retaliation After Grievance Filing

The Alvin Independent School District (ISD) Board Meeting on August 12, 2025, highlighted significant achievements in student competitions and addressed a serious personnel issue during the open forum.

The meeting began with a celebration of student accomplishments, particularly the success of two Alvin ISD teams at the 2025 International SeaPerch Challenge held in Maryland. Savannah Lakes Elementary School's team competed in the middle school stock division, while Shadow Creek High School's team secured an impressive fifth place in the high school stock division. The board recognized the students and their teacher sponsors for their hard work and dedication.

Following the accolades, the meeting transitioned to the open forum, where Tanya Jabbar, a former kindergarten teacher at Wilder Elementary, raised concerns about her employment status. Jabbar alleged that she faced retaliation from the district after filing a grievance regarding a hostile work environment. She claimed that her job offers were rescinded due to interference from district officials, which she described as illegal retaliation. Jabbar's testimony underscored the need for further investigation into her claims and highlighted ongoing issues within the district's human resources practices.

The meeting concluded with an invitation for community members to engage with the board, emphasizing the importance of transparency and communication in addressing concerns raised by staff and parents alike. The board's next steps regarding Jabbar's allegations remain to be seen, as they will likely require careful review and consideration.