Pearland ISD Board Preview: Budget Surplus, Bond Projects and What’s Ahead
PEARLAND, Texas — Pearland ISD trustees continue moving through a busy spring schedule, with recent approvals focused on the district’s academic calendar, budget adjustments, and bond-funded improvements.
Here’s a look at where things stand and what parents can expect next.
Upcoming Board Meetings
The Pearland ISD Board of Trustees meets at 5 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at the Virgil Gant Education Support Center. Upcoming meetings include:
• March 17, 2026 • April 14, 2026 • May 12, 2026 • June 9, 2026
Meetings are open to the public and include a citizen participation portion for community input.
Recent Board Actions
At the January meeting, trustees approved:
- • The 2026–27 academic calendar
- • A 2025–26 budget amendment
- • Additional personnel requests
- • A $4.7 million capital renewal plan focused on facilities and technology
The board has also approved bond-funded purchases for technology equipment and instructional materials as part of ongoing campus improvements.
Budget Snapshot
- Pearland ISD’s adopted 2025–26 budget anticipates approximately $4.4 million in surplus. District projections show revenues near $285 million and expenses around $280 million.
District officials have indicated that a significant portion of the projected surplus will be directed toward facility maintenance and capital renewal needs.
Bond Progress
Following voter approval of the 2024 bond package, the district continues issuing bond tranches and refinancing older debt to support campus upgrades, infrastructure improvements, and long-term facility planning.
Bond-funded projects and capital updates are expected to remain a recurring agenda topic throughout the year.
What Parents Should Watch
In the coming months, parents can expect board discussions around:
• Capital improvement timelines • Fiscal planning for the next budget cycle • Policy updates tied to state education law • Staffing and enrollment trends
Full meeting agendas and recordings are available through the Pearland ISD website.
As always, community participation is encouraged during open board sessions.