Academy ISD Board of Trustees
Board of Trustees
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The Academy ISD Board of Trustees consists of seven members elected to serve, without compensation, for overlapping terms of three years each. Operating within the legal parameters of the state and federal constitutions, statutes, courts, and administrative agencies, the board is charged with the responsibility of providing the finest educational program possible for the students in the district. School trustees make all final decisions regarding school district priorities, policies, personnel, textbooks, expenditures, and growth management. Trustees adopt a budget that is necessary to maintain and operate the schools, levy taxes to support the budget, and submit bond issues to the citizens of the district to finance construction projects.
Board Members
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Calvin Eshbaugh: Board President
Term
Last Sworn In May 2023 - Term Expires May 2026
Board member since 2011
EmailEducation
HS: Evangelical Christian School; Ft. Myers, Florida
BA: Economics, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina
MD: University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida
Internship: Scott & White Hospital, Temple, Texas
Residency: Ophthalmology, Scott & White Hospital, Temple, Texas
Fellowship: Refractive Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio
Executive MBA (Healthcare): McCombs School of Business, Austin, Texas
Profession
Chairman, Department of Ophthalmology, Baylor Scott & White Health, Temple, Texas
Organizations
Texas Association of School Boards
Temple Bible Church
Christian Ophthalmology Society
American Board of Ophthalmology
American Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons
Interests/Hobbies
Bible study, church, family, sports and volunteer coach of youth athletics
Why you love being an Academy ISD school board member
“I enjoy all aspects of teaching and education, which is why I chose to work in an academic environment as opposed to private practice. Teaching and mentoring medical students and residents is very rewarding. My wife and I also try to be very active with our kid so when an opportunity arose in 2011 to run for the Academy ISD School Board I took it. It has been a blessing and my pleasure to serve and contribute to the District in any way I can.”
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Jason Lambert: Board Vice President
Term
Last Sworn In May 2022 - Term Expires May 2025
Board member since 2010Email
Education
Academy High School- Little River-Academy, Texas
Profession
Product Manager- Wilsonart International, Temple, Texas
Organizations-
Texas Association of School Boards
Troy United Methodist Church
Interests/Hobbies
I have been married for 18 years to my wonderful wife Misty who is a first grade teacher at AES. Our twin boys, Mason and Bryson, are in eleventh grade at AHS. I enjoy fishing, hunting, playing golf, running 5k, 10k and half-marathons and spending time with my family.
Why you love being an Academy ISD school board member
“I have lived in Academy, actually Little River, since 1980. The community and school district has provided many opportunities to me that I am very thankful for. Being on the school board is a way that I can give back to help ensure that other children have the same opportunities and support that I did. It is truly a rewarding experience to see our students’ success at all levels of competition and ages throughout the district.”
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Jennifer Burnett: Board Secretary
Term
Last Sworn In May 2024 - Term Expires May 2027
Board member 2015Email
Education
Marlow High School- Marlow, Oklahoma
Bachelors of Science in Nursing- University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma
Profession
Registered Nurse
Organizations
Texas Association of School Boards
Western Hills Church of Christ
American Association of Critical Care Nurses
Bell County Medical Alliance
Interests/Hobbies
Exercising, volunteering at church and school, spending time with my friends and family
Why you love being an Academy ISD school board member
“I love being involved in the decisions that shape our school and community! Academy has amazing students, staff, teachers and administration, and it is a privilege and honor to serve alongside them to make AISD an extraordinary district!”
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Amy Adcock
Term
Sworn In May 2022 - Term Expires May 2025
Board member since 2022Email
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EducationBS in Biochemistry, University of Tampa
PhD Clinical Psychology, University of North Texas
ProfessionClinical Psychologist
OrganizationsAcademy Youth Football Association- Vice President
Academy FFA Boosters
Interests/Hobbies
Fitness, Running, Skiing, animals
Why you love being an Academy ISD school board memberThe opportunity to participate in decision-making affecting the education of our community’s youth as well as the physical and emotional health of our children and educators in our district to ensure their success.
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Alex Bass
Term
Sworn In May 2023 - Term Expires May 2026
Board member since 2020Email
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Education
High School Graduate - Belton High School, Belton, TexasBachelor of Business Administration - Stephen F. Austin State University, Nacogdoches, Texas;
Juris Doctorate – University of Oklahoma School of Law (with Honors)
Profession
Attorney, Michalk, Beatty & Alcozer, L.P.Homebuilder, Orchard Valley Homes, LLC
Organizations
First Baptist Church, Belton, TexasState Bar of Texas
Texas Association of School Boards
Interests/Hobbies
I enjoy coaching and watching my kids in various sports, including football, baseball, track, softball, basketball and volleyball; hunting; attending church; traveling and spending time with my family.
Why you love being an Academy ISD school board member
"My wife Dawn and I have been part of this District since 2013 and I am honored to be elected this year to serve AISD as a school board member. We have five children in the District—a child (or two) at each school. I decided to run for school board to have a positive impact on the students and teachers of this District, to be involved in the decisions that impact not only my children but all AISD students, and to help guide the District in a time of growth. I truly consider it a privilege to serve this great community." -
Adam Fossett
Term
Last Sworn In May 2022 - Term Expires May 2025
Board member since 2016Email
Education
Clifton High School- Clifton, Texas
Masters in Physical Therapy- University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, Texas
Profession
Self-employed Home Health Physical Therapist
Organizations
Texas Association of School Boards
Little River United Methodist Church
Interests/Hobbies
I enjoy going to the movies, going to church, coaching my children’s various youth sports teams, and going to watch Academy Bumblebee extracurricular activities.
Why you love being an Academy ISD school board member
“My wife Farrah and I have lived in the Academy School District since 2005. This community and Academy ISD have become very special to my family and I. Farrah and I have 3 children that all attend or graduated from Academy ISD. Being on the Academy ISD School Board is a privilege that affords me the opportunity to serve this wonderful community and school district.”
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Dana White
Term
Last Sworn In May 2024 - Term Expires May 2027
Board member since 2015Email
Education
Academy Alumna
Bachelors of Science in Nursing- Abilene Christian UniversityProfession
Adjunct Faculty- U.M.H.B. College of Nursing, Belton, Texas
Organizations
Texas Association of School Boards
AWHONN
Western Hills Church of Christ
Busy Bees
Interests/Hobbies
Sports, camping, hunting, boating and shopping
Why you love being an Academy ISD school board member
“Serving on the school board the last several years has been very educational, challenging, and rewarding. The students are the heart of all we do, and our wonderful leadership, teachers, and staff make it possible each day. There are so many great people that make up this community and district, and it is an honor to serve both. I truly enjoy the team dynamic of service, as we work together to foster the mission and vision of AISD. We have so much to be thankful for in Academy!”
