Site-Based Decision-Making Committee
The Hotchkiss Site-Based Decision-Making (SBDM) Committee brings families, educators, staff, and community members together to support campus planning and continuous improvement. Working in an advisory role, the committee provides the principal with input on decisions that affect student success and the overall school experience at L.L. Hotchkiss Pre-K - 8.
The committee may provide feedback and recommendations in areas such as:
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Campus goals and improvement priorities
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Curriculum, instruction, and student assessment
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Campus budgeting and resource allocation
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Staffing needs and patterns
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School organization and operations
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Family and community engagement
When a specific campus need, program, or initiative requires additional attention, the committee may also establish a subcommittee to research the topic and recommend next steps.
2026–2027 Meeting Dates - coming soon
2026–2027 Committee
The SBDM Committee includes representatives from across the Hotchkiss community, including the principal, teachers, campus staff, parents, business leaders, and community members. This range of perspectives helps ensure that campus decisions reflect the needs of Hotchkiss students and families.
Committee membership and selection are conducted in accordance with Dallas ISD policy.
Questions or Interest in Serving
Families and community members who would like to learn more about the Hotchkiss SBDM Committee, attend a meeting, or explore opportunities to participate may contact the L.L. Hotchkiss main office.
Questions about an individual student’s instruction or classroom experience should first be directed to the student’s teacher. Additional concerns may then be shared with the appropriate campus administrator.
Dallas ISD Board Policy
