Silsbee ISD Board President Resigns to Represent District 18 in Texas House

 December 10, 2024 – The Silsbee Independent School District and Board of Trustees bid farewell to Board President Janis Holt during Tuesday’s meeting. Mrs. Holt, who has dedicated more than a decade to the school board, announced her resignation to pursue a new chapter of public service in the Texas Legislature.

“Janis Holt has been a pillar of leadership and integrity for Silsbee ISD,” said Dr. Gregg Weiss, Superintendent of Silsbee ISD. “She has helped shape the success of Silsbee ISD, and her passion for education will undoubtedly guide her work in the Texas Legislature.”

Mrs. Holt’s resignation was approved unanimously (Derrell Ferguson and Jonta Miller were not in attendance) at the conclusion of the meeting. 

Reflecting on her tenure, she expressed her thanks and excitement for the future. “Serving the Silsbee ISD community has been one of the greatest honors of my life,” said Holt. “I am so proud of the progress we’ve made together and look forward to continuing to serve this community in my new role.”

Mrs. Holt will now represent District 18 in the Texas House of Representatives, a district that includes the Silsbee community. 

“We are incredibly grateful for Mrs. Holt’s decade of service,” added Dr. Weiss. “Her passion for education and dedication to our community have left an indelible mark on Silsbee ISD. We wish her every success as she champions our interests in Austin.”

The district celebrates Mrs. Holt’s accomplishments and thanks her for her steadfast dedication to Silsbee ISD’s mission of excellence in education.

Current Board Vice President, Derrell Ferguson, will serve as president until the board realigns at next month’s meeting.