FORT BEND ISD (August 5, 2025) – Fort Bend Independent School District (FBISD) is pleased to announce the appointment of Anthony Sanders as the new Chief of Police for the Fort Bend ISD Police Department, effective August 4, 2025.

Chief Sanders brings over two decades of law enforcement experience that includes serving as a field training officer, lieutenant, district captain and commander of a police academy.

He most recently served as Deputy Chief of the Corpus Christi Police Department, where he provided leadership in the department’s K9 Program, Crime Prevention Unit and METROCOM Communications Center.  

"Fort Bend ISD is committed to ensuring the safety and security of all students and staff," said Dr. Marc Smith, Superintendent of Schools at Fort Bend ISD. "Chief Sander’s leadership, vision and safety-first mindset make him an outstanding addition to our team."

In this role, Chief Sanders will oversee district-wide safety operations, collaborate with district and campus leaders, and work closely with local law enforcement to maintain secure facilities and a supportive learning environment for all students. He is also committed to strengthening relationships between the police department and the broader school community.

"I am honored to join Fort Bend ISD and look forward to serving its students, families and staff," said Chief Anthony Sanders. "My focus will be on fostering trust, transparency and a culture of safety across the district."

Chief Sanders holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Excelsior College and a Master of Science in Criminal Justice from Lamar University. He is also a graduate of the Senior Management Institute of Police (SMIP) Session #82 and the FBI National Academy Session #264.