Lubbock ISD Trustee John Weddige Has Resigned
The board has initiated a search for a replacement to serve the remainder of the District 5 term.
Updated on Sept. 26, 2026 in Administration
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The Lubbock ISD Board of Trustees officially accepted the resignation of District 5 Trustee John Weddige during a meeting on September 24, 2026. Weddige, who began his service in 2024, cited the need to prioritize his family and career.
Why it matters
The departure leaves a vacancy on the school board that must be filled to maintain full representation for District 5 residents. The board is now shifting its focus to identifying a successor to serve until the current term expires in May 2028.
The Lubbock ISD serves approximately 23,000 students across the district. Interested candidates must submit their application materials to the board by 5 p.m. on October 13, 2026.
The players
John Weddige
He is the outgoing District 5 Trustee who has served on the Lubbock ISD board since 2024.
Nancy Sharp
She currently serves as the Board President for the Lubbock ISD and is the point of contact for board applicants.
Lubbock ISD
This public school district provides education to approximately 23,000 students in the Lubbock area.
The details
The board has begun the process of selecting a replacement to complete the District 5 term, which concludes in May 2028. Applicants are required to email their resumes and letters of interest directly to Board President Nancy Sharp.
Timeline
John Weddige began his board service in 2024.
The board accepted the resignation on September 24, 2026.
The resignation takes effect on September 30, 2026.
The application deadline for the seat is October 13, 2026.
The District 5 term ends in May 2028.
Culture Shift
The transition follows standard operating procedures for municipal governance in Texas. This appointment process ensures continuity in local leadership in accordance with the Texas Election Code provisions for school board vacancies.
District 5 residents will see a shift in their board representation as the district moves to appoint a new trustee. Interested local community members now have until October 13, 2026, to submit their credentials if they wish to serve on the board.
The takeaway
The vacancy provides an opportunity for new community members to contribute to the governance of Lubbock schools. Prospective applicants should ensure their materials are submitted promptly to the board president to be considered for the appointment.
What happens next
The Board of Trustees intends to appoint a successor to the District 5 seat by the end of the fall 2026 semester.
Further reading
For more information on school district oversight and operations, visit the Administration section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by 96.3 KLLL.
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