Mesquite ISD

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3819 Towne Crossing Blvd.
Mesquite, TX 75150
972-288-6411

Gilbert Prado
Assistant Superintendent – Finance and Operations

Kimberlyee Chappell
Executive Director – Budget/Finance

Trace Naylor
Director – Budget Analytics & Position Control

Maria Martinez
Director – Finance

Dolores Jackson
Director – State & Federal Grants

Darci Hooten
Director of Purchasing

Welcome to Mesquite ISD Business Services

We are committed to supporting student success by ensuring the responsible management of district resources with transparency, accuracy, and integrity. The Business Services team oversees key financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, payroll, purchasing, and financial reporting. Our goal is to provide exceptional service to staff, stakeholders, and the community while upholding the highest standards of fiscal stewardship. Whether you’re a vendor, employee, or community member, we invite you to explore this page for important documents, guidelines, and resources that help keep our district running smoothly and responsibly.

Award-Winning Business Services

Meritorious Budget Award

asbo award The Association of School Business Officials International (ASBO) has recognized Mesquite Independent School District for excellence in budget presentation with the Meritorious Budget Award (MBA) for the 2024-25 budget year. This award reflects Mesquite ISD's commitment to sound fiscal management and budgetary policies.

Award of Excellence in Financial Management

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The TASBO (Texas Association of School Business Officials) Award of Excellence in Financial Management recognizes Texas school districts, open-enrollment charter schools, and education service centers that have implemented professional standards, best practices, and innovations in financial reporting. The Mesquite ISD Business Office was one of only 32 in the state to earn this recognition in 2025.

Purchasing Award of Merit

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The Mesquite ISD Purchasing Department provides excellence by establishing policies and procedures for purchasing products and services at the best value and in a manner consistent with local, state, and federal ordinances, regulations, Board policies, and sound ethical business practices.