Liberty Hill ISD board adopts ‘Choosing the Best’ sex‑ed curriculum, approves roofing and portable work amid public complaints on transportation and athletics

Liberty Hill Independent School District trustees on Tuesday approved multiple policy and capital items after public commenters urged the board to address staff working conditions and cuts to athletics.

Several residents and employees addressed the board during the public‑comment period. "Our transportation department is one of the most critical departments in our district," said Wesley Sandlin, identified during remarks as the district’s safety and training supervisor for transportation, who described inadequate facilities after a March fire, including "2 toilets for 70 employees," nonfunctioning sinks and tight, unsafe bus‑yard parking that he said creates safety and efficiency risks. He asked trustees and central administration to tour the facility and take concrete steps to improve conditions.

Parents also urged action on athletics. Shelly Harrison, who identified herself as a parent and former district teacher, said athletics budgets have been cut disproportionately and told trustees coaches are being asked to teach additional classes: "Athletics ... has been cut by 43%," she said, adding that the cuts hurt students and are inequitable. Other parents, including Katie Hargrove and TJ Garza, urged stability for student‑athletes and asked the board to prioritize continuity for coaches while district leaders said budget constraints — including uncertain state funding — complicate decisions.

On SHAC and curriculum

The board heard the School Health Advisory Council’s annual report and approved its recommendation to adopt the 'Choosing the Best' human sexuality curriculum for the 2025–28 cycle.…