BISD Police Department
About Us
The Bonham ISD Police Department is a full service, independent, Texas Police agency. We work cooperatively with the Bonham Police Department, Fannin County Sheriff’s Office and other state and local law enforcement agencies in order to provide a safe and secure environment for students, staff and visitors of the Bonham Independent School District.
About Us
The Bonham ISD Police Department is a full service, independent, Texas Police agency. We work cooperatively with the Bonham Police Department, Fannin County Sheriff’s Office and other state and local law enforcement agencies in order to provide a safe and secure environment for students, staff and visitors of the Bonham Independent School District
Meet the Team
Chief of Police
Hunter Templeton
Hired September 2023
Bachelor of Arts, Criminal Justice Degree from American Military University
9,600+ hours of Texas Commission on Law Enforcement training hours
Holds Advanced Peace Officer Certificate
Holds School Based Law Enforcemenrt Certificate
6 Years of Law Enforcement Experience
United States Air Force Veteran
Police Officer
Gregory Hughes
Hired December 2023
3,100+ hours of Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Training hours
Holds Master Peace Officer Certificate
Holds School Based Law Enforcemenrt Certificate
34 Years of Law Enforcement Experience
Police Officer
Bryant Smith
Hired July 2024
2,100+ hours of Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Training hours
Holds Intermediate Peace Officer Certificate
Holds School Based Law Enforcemenrt Certificate
8 Years of Law Enforcement Experience
Police Officer
Larry Reid
Hired December 2024
3,200+ hours of Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Training hours
Holds Master Peace Officer Certificate
Holds School Based Law Enforcemenrt Certificate
32 Years of Law Enforcement Experience

Our Purpose and Principles
At the heart of our organization lies a commitment to purpose, guided by a clear mission, an inspiring vision for the future, and core values that define who we are and drive everything we do.
The mission of the Bonham ISD Police Department is to effectively and efficiently provide for the protection of lives and property, preserve the public peace, with the highest level of professionalism and ethical standards. Provide the school district administration specialized services, strengthening their ability to prepare students for the challenges of the future. It is the goal of the Bonham ISD Police Department to educate and defer students away from the criminal justice system, whenever possible and allowed by law.
Integrity First
Service before Self
Excellence in All We Do
It is the policy of the Bonham ISD Police Department to give equal treatment, under the law, to all people, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, politics, national origin, lifestyle, or similar characteristics. The officers of the Bonham ISD Police Department will only stop or detain citizens when reasonable suspicion or probable cause exists to believe they have committed, are committing, or are about to commit a violation of the law, or for other lawful purposes. Officers of the Bonham ISD Police Department are strictly prohibited from initiating any action that constitutes racial or biased-based profiling.
Complaints and/or compliments regarding a Bonham ISD Police Officer can be directed to the Bonham Independent School District located at 1005 Chestnut St. Bonham, TX 75418.
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The mission of the Bonham ISD Police Department is to effectively and efficiently provide for the protection of lives and property, preserve the public peace, with the highest level of professionalism and ethical standards. Provide the school district administration specialized services, strengthening their ability to prepare students for the challenges of the future. It is the goal of the Bonham ISD Police Department to educate and defer students away from the criminal justice system, whenever possible and allowed by law.
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Integrity First
Service before Self
Excellence in All We Do
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It is the policy of the Bonham ISD Police Department to give equal treatment, under the law, to all people, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, politics, national origin, lifestyle, or similar characteristics. The officers of the Bonham ISD Police Department will only stop or detain citizens when reasonable suspicion or probable cause exists to believe they have committed, are committing, or are about to commit a violation of the law, or for other lawful purposes. Officers of the Bonham ISD Police Department are strictly prohibited from initiating any action that constitutes racial or biased-based profiling.
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Complaints and/or compliments regarding a Bonham ISD Police Officer can be directed to the Bonham Independent School District located at 1005 Chestnut St. Bonham, TX 75418.
