OCTOBER 2026 BOARD MEETING ACHIEVEMENT SPOTLIGHT
At the October 2026 meeting, the Granbury ISD Board of Trustees proudly recognized several outstanding students and campuses for their achievements, leadership and service.
The pledges were proudly led by Acton Middle School student leaders:
Mason Gist – Student Council President
Connor Hay - President of National Junior Honor Society
Adalyn Heywood - President of Junior Optimist International Club
PURPLE STAR CAMPUS WINNERS
The Granbury ISD Board of Trustees proudly recognized seven campuses for earning the Texas Education Agency's (TEA) Purple Star Campus Designation for the 2026–27 and 2027–28 school years! This prestigious recognition honors schools that demonstrate an exceptional commitment to supporting military-connected students and their families through dedicated resources, transition programs and a welcoming school environment.
Congratulations to our seven Purple Star campuses!
- Acton Elementary School
- Baccus Elementary School
- Brawner Elementary School
- Emma Roberson Early Learning Academy
- Granbury Middle School
- Oak Woods School
- STARS Accelerated High School
SHOTTENKIRK SENIOR OF THE MONTH
James Zelenak, Class of 2027, is Shottenkirk’s October Senior of the Month! James is an Automotive CTE practicum student, a varsity swim captain and track athlete, a National Honor Society member, and a Granbury Junior Optimist volunteer who serves at food pantries and in his church’s children’s ministry. After graduation, he plans to pursue a career as an A&P aviation mechanic through Thrust Flight School or TSTC.
