Oversight · Collin County
Allen ISD
Status: Active · Board vote scheduled May 26, 2026
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Allen ISD Board Vote on Proposed 818-Book Library Purchase — May 26, 2026
Allen ISD Board of Trustees vote on the proposed 818-book library materials purchase. Monday, May 26, 2026. 612 E. Bethany Drive, Allen TX. Public comment available.
District Profile
Allen Independent School District serves the City of Allen and surrounding communities in Collin County, Texas. Allen ISD is one of the largest school districts in North Texas, with enrollment exceeding 20,000 students. The district is governed by an elected Board of Trustees.
Current LION Activity
In May 2026, Allen ISD proposed the purchase of 818 books for district libraries with a 30-day public review window. LION delivered an open demand letter to the district calling for an immediate 90-day postponement of the proposed 2026 library materials purchase. Allen ISD responded without granting the postponement.
Published Reports
LION Sends Open Demand Letter to Allen ISD
Calls for 90-day postponement of all proposed 2026 library materials purchases.
Allen ISD’s Hollow Reply to LION Demand Letter
818 books, 30 days, impossible for any parent.
What Residents Can Do
Attend the May 26 Board of Trustees meeting. 6:30 PM, 612 E. Bethany Drive, Allen TX. Public comment is allowed. Showing up in person carries the most weight.
Email the Superintendent and Board of Trustees. Public contact information is on the Allen ISD website. Reference the May 26 vote and ask for postponement.
Share LION’s reports. Bring them to your church, neighbors, PTO, and friends with kids in the district.
