Southwest ISD Names Brandon Crisp Interim Superintendent
Southwest ISD has appointed Deputy Superintendent Brandon Crisp as interim superintendent following the resignation of Dr. Jeanette Ball. Crisp, who has been with the district for 17 years, will lead as the school board searches for a permanent replacement before…

San Antonio, TX, August 6, 2026 —
Southwest ISD has announced the appointment of Deputy Superintendent Brandon Crisp to the role of interim superintendent. This transition follows the recent resignation of Dr. Jeanette Ball from the position.
Crisp, who brings 17 years of experience within the district, is set to lead Southwest ISD as the school board initiates a search for a permanent superintendent. The board aims to have a new leader in place before the commencement of classes on August 24th.
The appointment of Crisp is intended to ensure continuity in district leadership during this period of transition. His tenure with Southwest ISD has provided him with extensive knowledge of the district’s operations and strategic goals.
The search process for a permanent superintendent will be managed by the school board. Further details regarding the timeline and process for selecting a new superintendent were not immediately available. The district is focused on preparing for the upcoming academic year while the leadership search is underway.
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