LTISD Info

I found another interesting commentary on the LTISD on the Austin Real Estate Guy Blog.

The best part of this blog post are the comments by Dan who wrote:

“Sam: As someone who is considering relocating to the Lake Travis ISD, I would like to thank you for your candid comments.  As a father with children who would be attending Lake Travis high school, the apparent lack of commitment to educational priorities concerns me. Until now, I thought the incredibly high property tax rates reflected a strong desire by the community to create an educational system that put education first. But I have now regained some skepticism regarding the tax system, the appropriation of funds, and the decisions made by the Lake Travis ISD.  Add to this real estate values that approach those of both coasts and the apparent lack of foresight to manage Austin’s growth, and you get an Austin that might just be in over its head.

Now that’s a comment that find some trouble.”

And another comment from “Austin Realtor’s Wife” who wrote:

“You don’t have to post this comment Sam (unless you want to), I just want you to know that I am WITH you!!!

Back when I was at LTHS, the emphasis was put on the football program (which has yet to produce a notable college/pro player and won only ONE game my senior year).  I competed in many UIL competitions and we ALWAYS had to pay for our own hotels (debate), our own uniforms (cheerleading), our own supplies (yearbook) and they resorted to hiring bus drivers as substitutes to save a buck (this is no joke- this was in the 90s).

I am a HUGE football fan (you may have seen me at a recent LTHS homecoming football game), but there should most definitely NOT be more money pumped into anything non-academic.  LTHS has great teachers and could use many more. The football program is fine and will remain just fine on their over-inflated budget.

Great great expose, Sam! ”

Just some more people who are concerned about our high taxes and how the LTISD spends our tax dollars.