November 17, 2025

The Lago Vista ISD Board of Trustees voted unanimously to approve the official hiring of Dr. Mindy Curran as the next superintendent of Lago Vista ISD during a regular board meeting on Monday, November 17, 2025.

Dr. Curran brings 28 years of public education experience to the role, most recently serving as Interim Superintendent at Ingram ISD.

Timeline

• June 10 - Darren Webb announced his intention to retire as Lago Vista ISD Superintendent, effective June 30, 2026
• July 14 Regular Mtg - board voted to approve Leon | Alcala to assist with the search for a new superintendent
• August 4 Special Mtg – Board meets to discuss and approve job description, qualifications, and timeline for superintendent search
• August 7 District Professional Development - Leon | Alcala meets with faculty and staff for feedback on what they would like to see in their new superintendent
• August 15-September 15 - community-wide input survey posted on district website and social media
• August 15-September 15 - vacancy posted for candidate application submission
• September 17 Special Mtg - Board meets to review 51 applicants and make selection of candidates to interview
• September 23 Special Mtg - Candidate Interviews: Round 1 (3 interviews)
• September 24 - Candidate Interviews: Round 1 (3 interviews)
• September 25 - Candidate Interviews: Round 1 (2 interviews)
• September 30 - Candidate Interview: Final Round
• October 2 - Candidate Interview: Final Round
• October 17 - Board Named Dr. Mindy Curran as Lone Finalist
• November 17 - Board votes to hire Dr. Mindy Curran
• December 17 - Meet & Greet with Dr. Curran
• January 5, 2026 - Dr. Curran officially in the district

Lago Vista ISD School Board Announces Lone Finalist October 17, 2025

The Lago Vista ISD Board of Trustees is pleased to announce that Dr. Mindy Curran has been named the lone finalist for the position of Superintendent of Schools for Lago Vista ISD.

The Board made the selection following an extensive search process that included multiple rounds of interviews, stakeholder input, and careful consideration of candidates’ experience, leadership qualities, and alignment with the district’s vision and values.

Curran currently serves as Interim Superintendent at Ingram ISD. Throughout her 28 year career in education, Curran has demonstrated a strong commitment to student success, academic excellence, and collaborative leadership.

State law requires a 21-day waiting period before the Board can officially vote to employ the new superintendent. Following this period, the Board anticipates taking final action on November 10, 2025.

The Board extends its appreciation to all those who participated in the search process and looks forward to welcoming Dr. Mindy Curran as the next leader of Lago Vista ISD.

Lago Vista ISD School Board Announces Superintendent Retirement June 10, 2025

The Lago Vista ISD School Board would like to formally announce the upcoming retirement of our Superintendent, Mr. Darren Webb, effective June 30, 2026.

Mr. Webb has dedicated over 35 years to public education, and his leadership at Lago Vista ISD has been nothing short of transformative. With a deep commitment to student success, staff support, and community partnership, he has guided the district through tremendous growth and progress.

During his tenure, Lago Vista ISD has become a more united, forward-thinking, and resilient district — one that is well-positioned to meet the needs of students today and in the years to come. His vision, steady leadership, and unwavering dedication will leave a lasting legacy.

As we look toward the future, the School Board acknowledges that the process of selecting our next district leader is both significant and complex. We are committed to a thoughtful, transparent search and will keep our community informed every step of the way.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Mr. Webb for his exceptional service and leadership. On behalf of the entire School Board, faculty, staff, students, and the broader Lago Vista community, we congratulate him on his well-earned retirement.

We All Row!

Laura Vincent
President, Lago Vista ISD School Board