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New Deal ISD recognizes CFO Eric Gossett after six consecutive "Superior" FIRST ratings
Summary
The New Deal ISD board honored Chief Financial Officer Eric Gossett after the district earned a "Superior" FIRST rating for six straight years, citing consistent financial management, accountability and transparency under his leadership.
The New Deal Independent School District board formally recognized Chief Financial Officer Eric Gossett on Feb. 19, 2026, for leading the district to a "Superior" FIRST (Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas) rating for six consecutive years. The board credited Gossett for the district's consistent standards in financial management and efficient use of public funds.
The recognition was presented during the agenda's acknowledgement items; trustees who voted on later motions again recorded unanimity among members present (6–0, Brenda Martinez absent) on routine business. The meeting record lists Superintendent Matt Reed as present during the recognition and identifies Eric Gossett as Chief Financial Officer in the roll call and agenda text.
