On Sept. 29, the Austin ISD Board of Trustees approved the appointment of Dora Fabelo, Ph. D., as executive director of Human Resources.

Fabelo has a strong history with the district, including service as a teacher, assistant principal, founding principal of Blazier Elementary School and most recently as director of recruiting and staffing.

Fabelo's education includes a doctorate in philosophy from the University of Texas, where she majored in curriculum and instruction with concentrations in bilingual education and school administration.

Fabelo's appointment is effective immediately.