Lee replaces Edward Herring who did not seek re-election. The swearing-in for Place 4 candidate and incumbent Jae Ellis has been postponed pending the outcome of a petition for a recount.
Following the swearing-in ceremony, the board unanimously elected Tom Sharpe to serve as Board President. The full list of officers and their positions include:
- President: Tom Sharpe
- Vice President: Maryjane Bonfield
- Secretary: Bryce Benson
- Finance Officer: Doug Woodward
- TASB Delegate: Ellen Lee
- TASB Alternate Delegate: Doug Woodward
Outgoing Trustee Edward Herring was thanked for his six years of service on the Board during the meeting. Prior to being elected to the Board, he was appointed to the district's Finance Committee in 2014. Following the approval of the bond election in 2015, he also became a member of the Design and Construction Committee, then was instrumental in the planning for this past fall's voter approved golden penny election, which is responsible for the 3 percent raise staff received this year and the 5 percent increase trustees just approved.
HPISD Board President Tom Sharpe presented Herring with a framed resolution of appreciation. "You have brought a gravitas during a tumultuous time," Sharpe said. "You have served faithfully, intelligently, thoughtfully and passionately. I know all of us will miss you and the community owes you a debt of gratitude for your service."
During the meeting, Trustees also accepted a $175,000 check from the Park Cities Dads Club as the result of its annual golf tournament and a $150,000 check from the HP Sports Club.
