Anna Independent School District

The Board meeting commenced with the establishment of a quorum and a closed session for deliberation regarding real property, personnel matters, school children, employees, disciplinary matters, or complaints, followed by reconvening into the open session. Recognized groups included Veterans, the District Holiday Card Winner, and the Team Tennis Bi-District Champions. Key actions included the unanimous approval of a Turnaround Plan (TAPs) for Rosamond-Sherley Elementary. A public hearing was conducted by the Assistant Superintendent of Finance regarding the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) Report. Superintendent reports covered Construction, Attendance, District Updates, and the Hall of Fame Committee. Financial reports were presented. The consent agenda, approved unanimously, included the approval of the check register and district budgeted purchases. A resolution was passed to cast votes for nominees for the Central Appraisal District of Collin County Board of Directors. Furthermore, the Board unanimously approved the adoption of a permanent 4-day school week for the instructional calendar and tabled an update affecting (LOCAL) policies.

The meeting commenced with a closed session for deliberation regarding real property, specifically the potential purchase of approximately 8 acres in the City of Anna, Collin County, Texas, along with personnel matters and disciplinary issues. Upon reconvening, the Board unanimously approved the resolution to purchase the approximately 8 acres and delegated authority to the Superintendent to finalize the contract. Recognition was given to Theatre National Qualifiers, FFA LDE District Champions and State Qualifiers, and Football Bi-District Champions. Several individuals addressed the Board during public comment concerning the Drill Team. The Superintendent provided several reports, including updates on Enterprise Rental, Children's Health, construction, and attendance. Key actions included the unanimous approval of the 2025 tax roll and projected tax levy of $51,789,231.69, and the approval of Option 1 for the 2026-2027 Academic Calendar.

The meeting commenced with a closed session to deliberate on real property, personnel matters, security devices, the proposed Anna ISD School Defender Program list, and disciplinary matters concerning students and staff. Upon reconvening in open session, the Board unanimously approved the list of individuals designated for the Anna ISD School Defender Program. Key discussion topics included recognition for College Board National Recognition Program Recipients, National Merit Recipient, and WRA and Jackson Construction. Public comments addressed the Code of Conduct for Coaching Staff and an Anna High School PTA Update. The Superintendent provided reports covering Principal Appreciation Month, Bond Refinancing Update, Storm Damage Update, AG Farm Update, ESL/Bilingual Update, Long Range Planning Update, and District Updates and Highlights. The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included financial reports, budget amendments, approved campus and district improvement plans, and the Superintendent Evaluation Instrument. The Board also tabled an update regarding (LOCAL) policies and approved several local policies concerning planning, student activities, and admissions. Furthermore, the Board authorized the purchase of three new buses and two 12-passenger vans, as well as technology equipment and laptops, all funded from the 2025-2026 Budget. Finally, Local Improvement Plans for Sue E. Rattan Elementary and Slayter Creek Middle School were approved.

The meeting commenced with the establishment of a quorum and immediate entry into a closed session to deliberate on real property, personnel matters, the superintendent appraisal and contract, and disciplinary matters or complaints involving school children and employees. Upon reconvening in open session, the superintendent appraisal and contract were tabled. Key agenda items included public comment regarding L Dow. Hendricks, various Superintendent's Reports covering campus report cards, online learning, extracurricular meal money, construction, and attendance updates. The Board approved the consent agenda, which included the monthly check register and a budget amendment. Significant actions included the adoption of an election order for the May 2, 2026, Board of Trustees Election, designating the Election Coordinator, approving the Financial Audit for the 2024-2025 School Year, adopting a resolution expressing intent to reimburse project costs, and approving TASB Update 126 affecting local policies. The Board returned to closed session before reconvening in open session to unanimously approve extending Superintendent Toby Tucker's employment contract through June 30, 2029.

The meeting included department updates and presentations regarding Health Services, noting the installation of Tytocare machines and successful student interventions. Counseling Services detailed upcoming presentations for the Parent Partnership Series on mental health topics. The Physical Education department presented key takeaways from the 24-25 Physical Fitness Assessment Initiative data and proposed four goals focused on endurance, body composition, strength maintenance, and data consistency. During open discussion, members provided feedback on Tier 1 SEL curricula, emphasizing the need for engaging lessons that incorporate movement and consistent weekly topic communication for parents. The primary action item resulted in the recommendation of the "Be Good People" curriculum for grades 6-12, potentially supplementing elementary levels.