Arlington ISD appoints Doctor Brett Champion as chief schools officer

The Arlington ISD Board of Trustees meeting on June 5, 2025, focused on significant administrative changes and educational program updates. The meeting began with the ratification of Dr. Brett Champion as the new Chief Schools Officer, a decision made during a closed session. Dr. Champion, who has over 34 years of experience in public education, including leadership roles in various school districts, is expected to bring a student-centered approach and innovative vision to the district. He is currently transitioning from Oregon and will officially start in July.

Following this announcement, the board held two public hearings regarding the Optional Flexible School Day Program (OFSDP) for the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 school years. Barry Fox, the Executive Director of Transformational Learning, presented details about the program, which allows high school students to take courses during nontraditional hours, including evenings and weekends. This flexibility has proven beneficial, with students able to graduate on varied timelines and earn college credits alongside their high school diplomas.

The board also discussed upcoming policy updates from the Governance Committee, which will be presented at the next meeting on June 17. These updates include maintaining the district's fund balance in accordance with state recommendations.

Overall, the meeting highlighted the district's commitment to enhancing educational opportunities and leadership effectiveness as it prepares for the upcoming school year.