The Friendswood ISD Board of Trustees has approved the addition of eight new teaching positions for the 2025-2026 school year. This decision is a positive step forward after recent staff cuts due to budget challenges. The board passed the resolution unanimously during its latest meeting.
New Teaching Positions Approved
Friendswood ISD’s new positions include one Assistant Principal for Cline Elementary and seven positions at Friendswood High School. These include:
- Assistant Principal – Cline Elementary
- Dance Teacher – Friendswood High School
- Percussion Teacher – Friendswood High School
- Five General Education Teachers – Friendswood High School
Background: Budget Challenges in Friendswood ISD
Last year, Friendswood ISD had to reduce staff because of budget cuts. The main reason was that the Texas Legislature has not increased the per-student funding allotment since 2019. This has made it difficult for many school districts across Texas to manage growing needs with limited funds.
Friendswood ISD, along with other districts, has been asking the state government to increase funding to better support students and schools.
Hope for Future Funding
Several bills are currently being discussed in the Texas Legislature that could increase funding for schools. Friendswood ISD leaders are hopeful that these changes will bring financial relief and help improve educational services in the district.
How the New Positions Will Help
The newly approved positions will strengthen both academic and fine arts programs in Friendswood ISD. The Assistant Principal at Cline Elementary will provide essential administrative support, while the new teachers at Friendswood High School will enhance education in dance, music, and general studies. The district will begin the hiring process in the coming months.
The addition of eight new teaching positions in Friendswood ISD is a welcome development after a tough year of staff reductions. These roles will help improve education quality and provide more support for students and teachers. As the district looks forward to possible funding increases from the state, the focus remains on offering the best education to Friendswood students.
