interaction, allows families to stay up to date with school announcements, student performance, and important dates. “The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive,” Spinetto says. “It created a direct line between the classroom and home.” The district also regularly conducts surveys and hosts virtual meetings to accommodate the schedules of commuting families, ensuring that no voice is left out of the decision-making process. BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE Jarrell’s explosive population growth—particularly among young families—has required bold infrastructure planning. Over the past four years, every campus in the district has either been built or significantly renovated. “We work closely with demographers to stay ahead of the curve,” Dr. Hicks explains. “Our job is to plan responsibly, so that students are not overcrowded 340 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 09
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