The Lake Travis ISD board of trustees voted to place Superintendent Paul Norton on a paid administrative leave effective immediately at a Dec. 17 special meeting.

The board appointed Pam Sanchez, LTISD assistant superintendent for business services, as acting superintendent in Norton’s place.

Additionally, the board voted to work with a law firm to conduct an investigation.

The details

The decision was made following a closed session discussion in which allegations of misconduct came to light in a report, according to a Dec. 17 news release from the district.


What they're saying

“We understand that this decision may raise questions and concerns, and we want to assure our staff, students, families, and the greater Lake Travis community that the board remains steadfast in its commitment to ensuring a fair and thorough process,” school board president Erin Archer said in an email statement from the district. “Furthermore, we are committed to transparency and will provide updates as circumstances allow.”