Katy ISD Police Department
Mark L. Hopkins ark Hopkins never imagined that his summers moonlighting as a cowboy for the R.E. Smith Ranch and Cinco Ranch would be the very location he would raise a family and find a 30-year career that he loved. Born in Galveston, Texas to a construction foreman that was an avid horseman and a boutique entrepreneur, Hopkins inherited his father’s enjoyment of horses and competition, and was occasionally seen in the rodeo competing as a bareback horse rider. During the summers, he would also work the R.E. Smith cattle ranches all around Fort Bend County. Little did he know that his penchant for cows and horses would place him in the exact geographic location that would eventually become home. It was thanks to his high school agriculture teacher that Hopkins realized he wanted to teach and work with kids. Determined to pursue a career in teaching, he headed off to Sam Houston State to major in education. However, he put teaching on hold when he got married and got involved in the local volunteer fire department while he worked construction and carpentry instead. He worked his way up to Lieutenant and then Chief at a time when the Hitchcock fire and police departments shared services and a building. There was a lot of crossover with the departments which is where the law enforcement bug bit him. Hopkins switched careers and attended the police academy at night and worked as an officer during the day. After three years he became a detective. But his continued desire to teach eventually took him to Hitchcock ISD where he became the shop teacher and assistant coach for the football and baseball teams. There Hopkins found a mentor and friend in colleague Don Hynds. When Hynds left Hitchcock for Katy ISD, Hopkins realized he desired more than the small Hitchcock town could offer. Not long after, Hynds reached out to Hopkins and explained that Katy ISD was in a unique situation as one of several local districts that had started a security department to work with their schools. Hopkins jumped at the chance to head to the bigger district that already had 17,000 students and became one of the original five Security Specialists for Katy ISD. By law, the specialists could not process or investigate incidents, nor could they carry a firearm, so they worked very closely with law enforcement agencies in each of the counties and cities that Katy ISD covered. They were not assigned to any one school and typically only handled after-action reports, monitored alarms, and wrote reports for insurance purposes. As a result of the District’s exponential growth, Katy ISD’s Board of Trustees voted in December 1988 to commission the police department that would erase jurisdictional boundaries and allow the District to respond to student and campus related incidents. In January 1989, the police department was operational, and Mark Hopkins was named the first Chief of Police. Under Hopkins’ leadership, the department implemented programs such as: the national D.A.R.E program; P.O.W.E.R., a drug free, bullying and safety curriculum; Explorers, a career exploration program; and a Campus Safety Task Force. The department also joined the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force and the Regional Gang Task Force. But far beyond the call of duty, these officers are mentors, and the department established Santa Cops, a program that provides gifts and clothing for children whose families may be experiencing a hardship around the holidays. The benefits of the Katy ISD police force and its leadership can be seen every day in and out of the classroom. Honesty, Compassion and Integrity. Words that describe the fiber of the Katy ISD Police Department and the man that held the position of Chief for 27 years.
Katy ISD Police Department n December 1988, the Katy ISD Board of Trustees established the Police Department. In January 1989, Mark Hopkins was appointed chief of police. At that time, four others, Assistant Chief Robert Jinks, Officer David Carroll, Captain Keith Meier and Sergeant Wilbur “Bubba” Grimes took office. As of September 1, 2015, the department has grown to 63 police officers and 44 security guards. Because cooperation and collaboration is important for effective law enforcement and emergency management, the Katy ISD Police Department and Office of Emergency Management collaborate and cooperate with seven law enforcement agencies and eight emergency service districts (fire and medical) that serve the citizens of Katy.
Jurisdiction The Katy ISD police jurisdiction includes all territory within the boundaries of the District’s 181 square miles, and all property, real and personal, outside the boundaries of the District that is owned, leased, or rented by the District or otherwise under the District’s control.
Authority Peace officers employed by the District have the same authority, powers, privileges, and immunities as bestowed on all Texas peace officers while on or off duty.
Vision The Katy ISD Police Department will be recognized as a leader in campus public safety practices, committed to integrity, service and excellence, while supporting the diverse and dynamic campus community’s pursuit of academic goals in an environment free of crime by demonstrating resolve to develop a creative, forward-thinking, effective and efficient workforce dedicated to raising our level of excellence to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
Mission The mission of the Katy ISD Police Department is to effectively and efficiently provide for the protection of lives and property, preserve the public peace, and with the highest level of professionalism and ethical standards, provide the central and campus administration specialized services, strengthening their ability to prepare students for the changes and challenges of the future.
Core Values
Integrity First: The Katy ISD Police Department is built upon a foundation of ethical and professional conduct. We will be truthful and trustworthy at all times. We are committed to equal application of the law to offenders and members of the public as well as the equal application of rules and regulations to all members of the district. We are committed to the highest level of moral principles and ethics. Service before Self: We are dedicated to serving the community and meeting all challenges with the courage needed to accomplish our mission. We understand our role as enforcers, and temper our application of the law with compassion and empathy. We place the service provided to the community before our personal biases and needs. Excellence in All: We believe that excellence is not a matter of ability, knowledge, or practice. It cannot be taught, imposed, or wished into existence. Excellence is a matter of the position we take that allows for performance that surpasses what was previously possible. In all things, we are committed to continuous improvement, best practices, creativity, and innovation that challenges old limits and maps new territory.
Program Sunday, January 31, 2016 Welcome Pledges of Allegiance............................................................................................... Monica Torres and Julia Ortiz, Mayde Creek High School National Anthem ............................................................................................................................................Kantori, Mayde Creek High School Ruben Alcala, Director On Behalf of the Board................................................................................................... Charles Griffin, President Katy ISD Board of Trustees Introduction of School Board and Special Guests..............................................................................Alton Frailey, Katy ISD Superintendent Price Tag................................................................................................................................................. Taking Notes, Mayde Creek High School Clarence Appleby, Director Reflections from our Namesake..........................................................................................................................Chief Mark L. Hopkins, Retired Special Remarks ................................................................................................................................................Fabol Hughes, Mayor City of Katy Special Remarks ............................................................................................................Andy Meyers, Fort Bend County Commissioner Pct. 3 I Need Your Love .................................................................................................................................. Taking Notes, Mayde Creek High School Clarence Appleby, Director Building Dedication........................................................................................................ Charles Griffin, President Katy ISD Board of Trustees Closing Remarks Living Namesakes Portrait Law Enforcement Center Tour
2015-16 Board of Trustees and Administration President Charles Griffin Vice President Henry Dibrell Secretary Ashley Vann
Treasurer Rebecca Fox
Sergeant-at-Arms Joe M. Adams
Members Courtney Doyle Bryan Michalsky Superintendent Alton Frailey Chief Operations Officer Tom Gunnell
Chief Academic Officer Christine Caskey, Ed.D.
Chief Financial Officer Christopher J. Smith
Chief Information Officer John Alawneh, Ph.D.
Chief Officer Communications, Governmental Relations & Administrative Support Andrea Grooms, Ph.D. Associate Superintendent Administration, Governance and Legal Affairs Bonnie Holland
It is the policy of Katy ISD not to discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, religion, color, gender, age, or national origin in its educational programs and/or activities, including career and technology programs, nor in its employment practices and to provide equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
Katy ISD Police Department n December 1988, the Katy ISD Board of Trustees established the Police Department. In January 1989, Mark Hopkins was appointed chief of police. At that time, four others, Assistant Chief Robert Jinks, Officer David Carroll, Captain Keith Meier and Sergeant Wilbur “Bubba” Grimes took office. As of September 1, 2015, the department has grown to 63 police officers and 44 security guards. Because cooperation and collaboration is important for effective law enforcement and emergency management, the Katy ISD Police Department and Office of Emergency Management collaborate and cooperate with seven law enforcement agencies and eight emergency service districts (fire and medical) that serve the citizens of Katy.
Jurisdiction The Katy ISD police jurisdiction includes all territory within the boundaries of the District’s 181 square miles, and all property, real and personal, outside the boundaries of the District that is owned, leased, or rented by the District or otherwise under the District’s control.
Authority Peace officers employed by the District have the same authority, powers, privileges, and immunities as bestowed on all Texas peace officers while on or off duty.
Vision The Katy ISD Police Department will be recognized as a leader in campus public safety practices, committed to integrity, service and excellence, while supporting the diverse and dynamic campus community’s pursuit of academic goals in an environment free of crime by demonstrating resolve to develop a creative, forward-thinking, effective and efficient workforce dedicated to raising our level of excellence to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
Mission The mission of the Katy ISD Police Department is to effectively and efficiently provide for the protection of lives and property, preserve the public peace, and with the highest level of professionalism and ethical standards, provide the central and campus administration specialized services, strengthening their ability to prepare students for the changes and challenges of the future.
Core Values
Integrity First: The Katy ISD Police Department is built upon a foundation of ethical and professional conduct. We will be truthful and trustworthy at all times. We are committed to equal application of the law to offenders and members of the public as well as the equal application of rules and regulations to all members of the district. We are committed to the highest level of moral principles and ethics. Service before Self: We are dedicated to serving the community and meeting all challenges with the courage needed to accomplish our mission. We understand our role as enforcers, and temper our application of the law with compassion and empathy. We place the service provided to the community before our personal biases and needs. Excellence in All: We believe that excellence is not a matter of ability, knowledge, or practice. It cannot be taught, imposed, or wished into existence. Excellence is a matter of the position we take that allows for performance that surpasses what was previously possible. In all things, we are committed to continuous improvement, best practices, creativity, and innovation that challenges old limits and maps new territory.
Program Sunday, January 31, 2016 Welcome Pledges of Allegiance............................................................................................... Monica Torres and Julia Ortiz, Mayde Creek High School National Anthem ............................................................................................................................................Kantori, Mayde Creek High School Ruben Alcala, Director On Behalf of the Board................................................................................................... Charles Griffin, President Katy ISD Board of Trustees Introduction of School Board and Special Guests..............................................................................Alton Frailey, Katy ISD Superintendent Price Tag................................................................................................................................................. Taking Notes, Mayde Creek High School Clarence Appleby, Director Reflections from our Namesake..........................................................................................................................Chief Mark L. Hopkins, Retired Special Remarks ................................................................................................................................................Fabol Hughes, Mayor City of Katy Special Remarks ............................................................................................................Andy Meyers, Fort Bend County Commissioner Pct. 3 I Need Your Love .................................................................................................................................. Taking Notes, Mayde Creek High School Clarence Appleby, Director Building Dedication........................................................................................................ Charles Griffin, President Katy ISD Board of Trustees Closing Remarks Living Namesakes Portrait Law Enforcement Center Tour
2015-16 Board of Trustees and Administration President Charles Griffin Vice President Henry Dibrell Secretary Ashley Vann
Treasurer Rebecca Fox
Sergeant-at-Arms Joe M. Adams
Members Courtney Doyle Bryan Michalsky Superintendent Alton Frailey Chief Operations Officer Tom Gunnell
Chief Academic Officer Christine Caskey, Ed.D.
Chief Financial Officer Christopher J. Smith
Chief Information Officer John Alawneh, Ph.D.
Chief Officer Communications, Governmental Relations & Administrative Support Andrea Grooms, Ph.D. Associate Superintendent Administration, Governance and Legal Affairs Bonnie Holland
It is the policy of Katy ISD not to discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, religion, color, gender, age, or national origin in its educational programs and/or activities, including career and technology programs, nor in its employment practices and to provide equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
