Fabens & Fabens ISD

Fabens ISD Board President Orlando Flores is facing criticism from members of the community of Fabens for a range of issues dealing with funding and possibly even football.

Residents in the close-knit unincorporated community have alleged that several coaches were let go from their positions in a dust-up that was at-least partially related to Flores' son's playing time on the football field.

Flores supporters say that the Board President held firm against expenditures wanted by the coaches and allege that the coaches took it out on the young student-athlete.

There are many that are afraid to come forward because of fear of retribution. Fabens is a small place, many people are related to one another, so I'm sensitive to that. I'll give you as much as the details as I can track down.

Here's what I'm able to track down so far.

In early December (last month) seven coaches were sent a non-renewal letter for next year. In other words, they were fired. Other coaches were given this letter pertaining to those that currently have coaching positions with Fabens High.

When several of the coaches attempted to inquire with administration as to why they received the letters and all the changes, they were allegedly given no explanation.

At any rate, something happened to make the district make such a big change in coaching so abruptly.

Don't get me wrong, coaches getting fired his hardly noteworthy. Seven coaches at once and several others shuffled around in a district the size of Fabens IS noteworthy.

Sources in Fabens also indicate that the coaches that were let go were all connected to the football program and allege they've had issues with Mr. Flores.

I atte,Peter to reach Mr. Flores for comment via phone at the district office and his residence. I also sent hi, an email. He has not replied.

There are other issues the community has expressed concern about, more to come.