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Community Facilities Advisory Committee

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The Community Facilities Advisory Committee is an important ad hoc advisory committee of individuals throughout Amarillo ISD and the Amarillo community who work together to develop a long-range facilities plan for Amarillo ISD. Committee members bring a unique perspective and expertise that will be an important part of this process.

A comprehensive facilities study has been completed in AISD. This committee will continue to discuss needs our District is facing as our schools continue to age and as we experience enrollment shifts and new program requirements.

AISD would like to thank committee members for their commitment to our schools and our community.

Committee Meeting Dates 2021-2022

The meeting agenda and associated information will be posted following each committee meeting listed below.

Committee Information & Resources

  • Appendix

  • Amarillo ISD 2021 Citizen’s Advisory Committee

    Charter

    Involve a diverse representation of the Amarillo Independent School District community in evaluating current and future facilities needs and developing a comprehensive plan to address district growth and facility conditions to support quality educational programs.

    The Committee will provide facility recommendations to the Amarillo ISD Board of Trustees after thorough assessment and analysis of relevant data.

    Goals and Objectives

    • Meet the educational requirements of the District while supporting and aligning facility improvements
    • Consider the educational needs of all students
    • Align with the district’s mission, vision and goals
    • Identify and prioritize facilities visions/needs 
    • Remain fiscally conservative 
    • Provide recommended solutions to address student population growth, aging facilities, and evolving education

    Parameters
    Analysis to Include:

    • Alignment with AISD strategic plan
    • Student enrollment forecast and building capacity analysis
    • Facilities condition assessment
    • Facility replacement vs renovation
    • Efficient use of school sites
    • Anticipated acquired land and/or existing land
    • Educational trends 
    • Current and long-term educational programs
    • Special program considerations
    • Financing tools for capital improvements
    • AISD’s financial outlook
    • Technology needs
    • Community-wide opinion survey

    Community Facilities Advisory Committee – Purpose

    • The Committee will evaluate current and future facilities needs and develop a comprehensive plan to address District needs and facility conditions to support quality educational programs.
    • The Committee will provide priority needs and facility recommendations to the Amarillo ISD Board of Trustees after thorough assessment and analysis of relevant data.
    • District staff members and District consultants will aid the Committee and serve as information providers.
    • The Committee will be led by Committee members, serving as chairpersons.

  • Craig Albracht, Bennie Anderson, Robin Anglin, Amanda Bales, Isaac Butler, Dr. Tamara Thornton Clunis, Nathan Culwell, Derek Davis, Raquel De Los Santos, Jerry Flores, Melodie Graves, Jesus “Nick” Guerrero, Amanda Head, Amanda Henley, Cheri Hess, Phil Hill, David Hinds, Mike Hughes, Chad Huseman, Courtney Jones, Joshua Kaentong, Crystal Lilley, Alecia Litchfield, Muff London, David Lovejoy, Debra McCartt, Clay Martin, Marquis Morasky-Whetstone, Joseph Peterson, Gary Purser, Ana Lozoya Ramirez, Tracie Reilly, Kaleen Reyna, Brandon Robertson, Rodney Ruthart, Nancy Seliger, Tasha Sims, Howard Smith, Adam Stone, Sean Vokes, Tracy Ward, Steven Weber, Trey Wilkinson.

  • AISD Contacts for questions and additional information:

    • Instruction/Programming: Kevin Phillips, Deputy Superintendent

    kevin.phillips@amaisd.org | 326-1125

    • Budget/Finance: Pati Buchenau, Deputy Superintendent

    pati.buchenau@amaisd.org | 326-1121

    • Operations/Facilities: Kirk Self, Executive Director of Operations

    kirk.self@amaisd.org | 326-1122

    • Human Resources: Chris Tatum, Executive Director of Human Resource

    chris.tatum@amaisd.org | 326-1490

  • Mission: Our mission is to graduate every student prepared for life and success beyond high school.

    Core Values: Excellence, Resource Allocation, Superior Staffing, Community Engagement, Educational Equity.

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