Skip To Main Content

Shared Decision Making Committee (SDMC)

What is the SDMC?

The Shared Decision Making Committee (SDMC) is a collaborative group of staff, parents, and community members working together to enhance student learning. The committee provides input and makes recommendations on key areas including budgeting, staffing, curriculum, school organization, and professional development. The SDMC operates in alignment with Texas state law and HISD Board Policy to ensure a unified and effective decision-making process.

GOALS

  •  Increase student achievement.
  •  Improve human capital.
  •  Provide a safe environment.
  •  Increase management effectiveness and efficiency.
  •  Improve public support and confidence in schools.
  •  Create a positive district culture.

 

Members

NAME ROLE
Janet Benavides Principal
Maxine Trice-McCarty Assistant Principal
Jana Fitch Magnet Coordinator
Nikia Johnson Principal Apprentice
Mayra Rodriguez Teacher
Yvette Herrera Teacher
De'Montre Tuggle Teacher
Amanda Miller Special Ed Teacher
Teresita Avila Paraprofessional
Mario Sandoval Executive Director of Instruction
Lauren Zentz Parent
Mark Rodriguez Community Partner
   
   

 

Meeting Dates

October 9, 2025

December 18, 2025

February 18, 2026

May 8, 2026

Agenda and Minutes

Agenda Minutes
October 2025 October 2025
December 2025 December 2025
February 2026 February 2026
May 2026 May 2026