Lubbock ISD hires Erin Mitchell as principal at Evans Middle School; Centennial Elementary hire tabled

After reconvening from a closed executive session, the Lubbock Independent School District Board of Trustees voted to hire Erin Mitchell as principal at Evans Middle School. The board took the final vote after returning to open session at 11:27 a.m.; the motion carried unanimously.

The board did not specify in open session who moved or seconded the motion. The vote outcome was announced as carrying in favor, 6 to 0. Trustees did not specify an effective start date for the appointment during the meeting; the effective date was not specified.

In remarks after the vote, Erin Mitchell, the appointee, addressed the board and attendees: “I am so humbled and honored, to get to have this opportunity. I'm a proud product of Lubbock ISD.” Mitchell described participating in the Texas Tech principal fellowship program and district leadership-development partnerships and thanked district staff and family members by name. Mitchell said she has six children enrolled in the district and that making Evans “an incredible place” is a top priority.

Board members offered congratulations and praised the district’s leadership-development work as they welcomed Mitchell to the role. The board also said the Centennial Elementary principal hiring will be discussed at a future meeting and tabled that item during this session. Trustees recognized Erin Gregg, who is leaving the district, and offered appreciation for her service. The board did not provide budget details, contract terms, or an effective start date for Mitchell during the meeting.