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New Austin principal looking forward to school year
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· July 17, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The Ector County ISD Board of Trustees voted 6-0 in favor of her appointment during their June meeting.
Jessica Moreno has been approved as the new principal of Austin Montessori. The Ector County ISD Board of Trustees voted 6-0 in favor of her appointment during their June meeting. Moreno has 15 years of experience with the district, including time as assistant principal and teacher at Austin Montessori.
Moreno's background also includes teaching and coaching at Pease Elementary, as well as a fellowship at Sam Houston Elementary. She has Montessori training, which is relevant to her new role. Further details about Moreno's appointment and experience are available from the Odessa American.
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Category: government Published: July 17, 2026 Source: Odessa American (oaoa.com) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Jessica Moreno has been approved as the new principal of Austin Montessori. The Ector County ISD Board of Trustees voted 6-0 in favor of her appointment during their June meeting. Moreno has 15 years…
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