Creekside Middle School PTA

08/27/2025

07/26/2025

Ted Coleman has been promoted to the position of Director of Safety & Security for Bastrop ISD. Coleman has served as the district’s Safety and Security Coordinator since 2023.

“I am thrilled to lead the Safety and Security Department for Bastrop ISD, as we continue to enhance our processes and procedures every day,” said Coleman. “The safety and security of our students, staff, faculty, and visitors remains our number one priority. I am excited to partner with our families and our community as we work together to safeguard everyone within the district.”

Coleman brings over 20 years of diverse experience spanning the military, education, and private sectors. Most recently, he served as the Safety & Security Coordinator for Bastrop ISD. Before that, he was a Teacher and Campus Safety Lead at Cedar Creek Intermediate School. He also ran his own service-based business and worked as a Senior Safety Manager and Regional Advisor for Tyson-Noresco International. Coleman's background includes more than 11 years of military service as a Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Army.

"Ted has been an incredible asset to the safety and security department for the last couple of years. He sets the standard at the highest level for the protection of our students and staff and holds us all accountable to that standard," said Scot Bunch, Bastrop ISD Chief of Police.

Coleman attended Upper Iowa University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, and is currently pursuing his Master of Public Administration from the American Military University.

In his free time, Coleman enjoys being with his family, cheering on his kids at their Bastrop ISD sporting events, and staying active in the community.

07/26/2025

07/26/2025

📵 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐲 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 📵

Starting in Fall 2025, students in Bastrop ISD will not be allowed to use personal devices during school hours.

A new state law requires all Texas school districts to adopt a policy that prohibits students from using personal communication devices during the school day. This includes cell phones, smartwatches, tablets, earbuds, and similar devices.

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬?

🔕 Devices must be turned off and put away during the school day, including lunch and passing periods.

🎒 Students are responsible for storing devices securely in their backpacks.

💻 School-issued Chromebooks and other district devices will continue to be used for learning.

✅ Limited exceptions may be granted for approved medical needs or IEP/504 accommodations.

We’re grateful for your support and can’t wait to kick off a great school year together! We’ll continue to share more info as the first day of school approaches to help families prepare.