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JISD Board Names Sara Gill as Lone Finalist for Superintendent

At its Tuesday, November 3, 2026 meeting, the Jacksonville ISD Board of Trustees named Sara Gill as the lone finalist for superintendent. 

Superintendent Transition

A professional portrait of Sara Gill, smiling warmly.

cross country girls

HOME OF THE INDIANS AND MAIDENS

At Jacksonville ISD, we are proud to offer something for everyone. With a vibrant community of 4,500 students, our district provides an incredible selection of academic programs, sports, clubs, and student organizations. No matter where your passions lie, there is a place for you to thrive here!

students at an elementary school

WELCOME TO JACKSONVILLE ISD!

At Jacksonville ISD, we are proud to offer something for everyone. With a vibrant community of 4,500 students, our district provides an incredible selection of academic programs, sports, clubs, and student organizations. No matter where your passions lie, there is a place for you to thrive here!

staff at a school meeting

Here We Go!

We are SO excited about all that the 2026–27 school year will bring! Our students and staff are ROOTED IN EXCELLENCE and ready to make it an incredible year. We can’t wait to get this year underway!

football players with a flag

ALWAYS TRUE TO YOU!

At Jacksonville ISD, we are proud to offer something for everyone! With a vibrant community of 4,500 students, our district provides an incredible selection of academic programs, sports, clubs, and student organizations. No matter where your passions lie, there is a place for you to thrive here! #JacksonvilleISD #TribePride #IndianPride

tomato bowl

Jacksonville's Historic Stadium

We are proud of the Downtown Historic Tomato Bowl, located at the end of Commerce Street on Austin Street in the heart of downtown Jacksonville. One of the last remaining downtown stadiums in Texas, the Tomato Bowl has a rich 80+ year-long history. In 2025, the Tomato Bowl was voted the Best High School Stadium in Texas by Dave Campbell's Football.

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cheerleaders

HOME OF THE INDIANS AND MAIDENS!

At Jacksonville ISD, we are proud to offer something for everyone! With a vibrant community of 4,500 students, our district provides an incredible selection of academic programs, sports, clubs, and student organizations. No matter where your passions lie, there is a place for you to thrive here! #JacksonvilleISD #StudentSuccess #IndianPride

little cheerleaders

HOME OF THE INDIANS AND MAIDENS

At Jacksonville ISD, we are proud to offer something for everyone! With a vibrant community of 4,500 students, our district provides an incredible selection of academic programs, sports, clubs, and student organizations. No matter where your passions lie, there is a place for you to thrive here! #JacksonvilleISD #StudentSuccess #IndianPride

cheerleaders

HOME OF THE INDIANS AND MAIDENS!

At Jacksonville ISD, we are proud to offer something for everyone! ???? With a vibrant community of 4,500 students, our district provides an incredible selection of academic programs, sports, clubs, and student organizations. No matter where your passions lie, there is a place for you to thrive here! #JacksonvilleISD #RootedinExcellence #IndianPride

athletic trainers

At Jacksonville ISD, we are proud to offer something for everyone! With a vibrant community of 4,500 students, our district provides an incredible selection of academic programs, sports, clubs, and student organizations. No matter where your passions lie, there is a place for you to thrive here! #JacksonvilleISD #Rooted inExcellence #IndianPride

twirlers

HOME OF THE INDIANS AND MAIDENS!

At Jacksonville ISD, we are proud to offer something for everyone! With a vibrant community of 4,500 students, our district provides an incredible selection of academic programs, sports, clubs, and student organizations. No matter where your passions lie, there is a place for you to thrive here!

assorted pictures at a school meeting

Here We Go!

We are SO excited about all that the 2026–27 school year will bring! Our students and staff are ROOTED IN EXCELLENCE and ready to make it an incredible year. We can’t wait to get this year underway!

back to school

BACK TO SCHOOL 2026-27

We are busy preparing for an outstanding school year and look forward to welcoming our JISD students back on August 12, 2026! This page contains important information for the upcoming school year and will be updated throughout the summer as new details become available. Enjoy your summer break, and get ready for a fantastic year in Jacksonville ISD. We can't wait to see everyone back on campus!

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Pictures

November 5, 2026

Pictures

District Champion JV picDistrict and Bi-District Champion Varsity pic

💙 Love Never Grows Cold Blanket Drive 💙

November 3, 2026

💙 Love Never Grows Cold Blanket Drive 💙

Nichols Intermediate is proud to participate in the Love Never Grows Cold event this year by collecting new blankets for those in need in our community.We invite our Nichols families to help spread...

Fundraiser DELIVERY!

November 2, 2026

Fundraiser DELIVERY!

Mark your calendars! The Big Kahuna Fundraiser orders will be ready for pick-up next Wednesday, November 11, from 12:00-4:00PM.

Community Floral Arrangement Workshop

November 2, 2026

Community Floral Arrangement Workshop

11/3/26: 8:00 am The Community Christmas Floral Arrangement workshop has reached maximum capacity. Please be on the lookout for more opportunities in the future!Community Christmas Floral Arrangeme...

Upcoming Events

Accessibility View of Full-Page Calendar

View the full calendar to see all of the exciting events we have happening in the next few weeks and months!   

Campus Color Code:

 DISTRICT    JHS   JMS  NICHOLS  EAST SIDE  FRED DOUGLASS   JOE WRIGHT   WEST SIDE  COMPASS 

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Our Mission

Mission Statement

Notices

Notice of Non-Discrimination: In compliance with federal law, our school district administers all education programs, employment activities, and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, or disability.

 

Parent Notice:  In accordance with Texas Education Code § 26.006, parents and legal guardians are entitled to review teaching materials used in the instruction of their child. Upon request, the district shall make such instructional materials available for review within a reasonable timeframe. Additionally, the district’s instructional plans are publicly accessible on the district website under the Parents and Students section of the website.

 

Tax Information – Important Health Coverage Tax Documents

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The JISD Student Ambassador Team

The Student Ambassador Team was established in 2015 as a way to communicate the good news of JISD to our community.

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Jacksonville Education Foundation

Donate to the Jacksonville Education Foundation to continue the excellence of the Jacksonville public school system.

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Words from our students…

“I THRIVE at JISD because we have an incredible support system of JISD teachers and staff. No matter what is going on in your personal life, as soon as you walk through those doors, a teacher is always ready to welcome you with a smile and encouraging words. Our teachers are so giving, and all we have to do is receive. We truly have the best of the best in JISD!” 

  - Natalie Gomez, JHS Alumna