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Plano ISD School Board Named Top 5 Finalist for 2025 H-E-B Excellence in Education Award

January 27, 2025

Plano Independent School District is excited to announce its Board of Trustees has been named a finalist for the 2025 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards.

team of eight photo with h-e-b excellence in education logo. plano ISD 2025 outstanding school board finalist.


Plano ISD is one of five finalists for this prestigious honor. The seven-member team includes Board President Nancy Humphrey, Vice President Dr. Lauren Tyra, Board Secretary Tarrah Lantz, and Trustees Jeri Chambers, Katherine Goodwin, Angela Powell and Michael Cook. The board is the governing body for the district, making decisions on policy and programs in the best interests of students, and communicating with the Plano ISD community.

The award honors school boards that have exhibited exceptional leadership measured by three criteria:

  • Academic and student progress within the district
  • Identification of community needs and implementation of specific actions addressing them
  • Innovative approaches to community engagement

“This nomination reflects the commitment of our entire school board, educators, staff and community to provide an outstanding educational experience for every student,” said Plano ISD Superintendent Dr. Theresa Williams. “Our board invests countless hours, leveraging their expertise and passion to create opportunities for every student in Plano ISD. Their dedication transforms our district's mission of 'educating, inspiring and empowering every student to activate their unique potential' from a statement into reality.”

Plano ISD will receive $5,000 for being named a finalist. A panel of judges will tour each finalist’s district to engage with administration, staff, parents and community members to determine the winner. Winners will be announced at the H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards ceremony on Sunday, May 4, at the Hilton Austin. If selected, Plano ISD will receive up to $25,000.

Joining Plano ISD in the School Board category are:

  • Clear Creek ISD
  • Gregory-Portland ISD
  • Lamar CISD
  • New Braunfels ISD

Visit the H-E-B Excellence in Education page to learn more and see the complete list of all finalists.