Anette Carlisle Resigned From Amarillo College Board
The long-serving board member stepped down from her position to prioritize time with her family.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in People
Anette Carlisle resigned from the Amarillo College Board of Regents on September 22, 2026. The board has declared a vacancy for the seat, which will remain open until the end of the original term in May 2027.
Why it matters
The departure creates an immediate opening on the board that will be filled through an appointment process. Carlisle left the post to spend more time with her family following over a decade of service to the college.
Carlisle previously served 19 years on the Amarillo ISD Board of Trustees before her election to the college board in May 2015. Interested candidates must file their applications in person by 5 p.m. on October 23, 2026.
The players
Anette Carlisle
She is a veteran public official who recently received the 2026 Outstanding Leadership Award from the Community College Association of Texas Trustees.
Amarillo College Board of Regents
This is the governing body responsible for the oversight and policy administration of the local community college institution in Amarillo.
The details
The Amarillo College Board of Regents will review applications and conduct interviews before a nominating committee presents a recommendation for the vacancy. Candidates are required to submit their applications to the executive assistant in the College Union Building.
Timeline
Anette Carlisle was elected to the board in May 2015.
The resignation from the board occurred on September 22, 2026.
Applications for the vacancy are due by 5 p.m. on October 23, 2026.
A replacement recommendation is expected on November 17, 2026.
The original term for the seat concludes in May 2027.
Market Landscape
The board is following established governance procedures under the Texas Education Code to manage the sudden vacancy. This transition reflects the ongoing evolution of local institutional leadership as long-tenured officials conclude their service.
Residents interested in serving on the board must coordinate with the college administration to submit their credentials in person. The outcome of the selection process will determine who represents the district on the board until the next election cycle.
The takeaway
Carlisle concludes her tenure after more than a decade of public service that earned her statewide recognition. Local governance relies on these appointment cycles to maintain stability on academic boards when members step down midterm.
What happens next
The Amarillo College Board of Regents will meet on November 17, 2026, to receive a formal recommendation for the replacement candidate.
Further reading
For more information on current leadership roles in the area, visit the Amarillo People section.
