Former Lake Travis ISD Superintendent Dismissed Amid Misconduct Allegations

After being placed on paid leave in December due to allegations of misconduct, Lake Travis Independent School District Superintendent Paul Norton has been dismissed from his role, the district announced on Friday. The district will now appoint an interim superintendent and begin the search for a permanent replacement.

Details of the Allegations

While the specific nature of the allegations against Norton remains confidential, the school board has clarified that they are not related to students or district finances. LTISD President Erin Archer emphasized in a statement that the complaint was handled with the best interest of the district in mind.

Transition of Leadership

During a special board meeting on Friday evening, the school board voted to fully remove Norton from his position. He has resigned and retired effective immediately, with his salary being paid through the remainder of the 2024-2025 school year. In December, Pam Sanchez, who has been a member of LTISD since October 2020, was appointed as the acting superintendent. Sanchez previously served as the assistant superintendent for business services within the district.

Search for a Permanent Superintendent

The LTISD board has announced its intention to recruit a firm to conduct a comprehensive search for a permanent superintendent. This decision reflects the district’s commitment to finding a qualified and suitable candidate to lead Lake Travis ISD into the future.

FAQs

1. What led to the dismissal of Lake Travis ISD Superintendent Paul Norton?

Paul Norton was dismissed from his role following allegations of misconduct, which prompted the school board to take action in the best interest of the district.

2. Who will serve as the interim superintendent for Lake Travis ISD?

Pam Sanchez, who has been with LTISD since October 2020 and previously held the position of assistant superintendent for business services, is currently serving as the acting superintendent.

3. Are the allegations against Paul Norton related to students or district finances?

No, the district has clarified that the allegations against Norton are not related to students or district finances.

4. How will the search for a permanent superintendent be conducted?

The LTISD board will recruit a firm to conduct a comprehensive search for a permanent superintendent to ensure the selection of a qualified candidate.

5. What steps has Lake Travis ISD taken to address the situation involving Paul Norton?

The district has prioritized transparency and accountability by addressing the allegations against Norton and taking steps to appoint new leadership for the district.