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La Porte Today
By the People, for the People
La Porte ISD Superintendent Elected to AASA Executive Committee
Walter Jackson will join the 23-member leadership team of the national school superintendents association.
Apr. 1, 2026 at 12:00am
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The election of a local Texas superintendent to a national education leadership role reflects the growing influence of suburban school districts.La Porte TodayWalter Jackson, the superintendent of La Porte Independent School District in Texas, has been elected to the 23-member Executive Committee of AASA, The School Superintendents Association. Jackson's term on the committee will begin on July 1, 2026, and he will be officially installed during the committee's meeting in Washington, D.C. that month.
Why it matters
AASA is the premier national organization representing public school district superintendents, and its executive committee helps set the policy agenda and priorities for the association. Jackson's election to this leadership role reflects his prominence and influence within the Texas education community and the national school leadership landscape.
The details
Jackson has served as the superintendent of La Porte ISD, a suburban school district near Houston, since 2020. Prior to that, he held superintendent roles in other Texas districts. His election to the AASA Executive Committee will give him a national platform to advocate for the needs of school districts and students, particularly in the areas of school funding, curriculum, and educator recruitment and retention.
- Walter Jackson was elected to the AASA Executive Committee on April 1, 2026.
- Jackson's term on the committee will begin on July 1, 2026.
- The official installation ceremony will take place during AASA's July 2026 meeting in Washington, D.C.
The players
Walter Jackson
The superintendent of La Porte Independent School District in Texas, who was recently elected to the 23-member Executive Committee of AASA, The School Superintendents Association.
AASA, The School Superintendents Association
The premier national organization representing public school district superintendents, which sets policy priorities and provides leadership development for its members.
La Porte Independent School District
A suburban school district near Houston, Texas, where Walter Jackson has served as superintendent since 2020.
What they’re saying
“I am honored to be elected to the AASA Executive Committee and look forward to working with my colleagues from across the country to advocate for the needs of school districts and students.”
— Walter Jackson, Superintendent, La Porte ISD
What’s next
Jackson will be officially installed on the AASA Executive Committee during the organization's July 2026 meeting in Washington, D.C.
The takeaway
Walter Jackson's election to the AASA Executive Committee underscores his leadership role within the Texas education community and his growing influence on the national stage. His new position will allow him to shape policy priorities and advocate for the unique needs of suburban school districts like La Porte ISD.
