Avery Independent School District

The meeting commenced with the reading of the vision, mission statement, goal, accountability, and purpose of the Avery ISD SHAC. Key discussion points included the 10 components of Coordinated Health. Topics carried over from previous meetings were reviewed, such as the Wellness plan update, immunization and screening requirements, safety and security updates concerning the Centegix System, emergency preparedness drills, and curriculum items including fentanyl in the ESTEEM program and human sexuality curriculum (opt-in). Student events from the previous year were summarized. School Board Recommendations from the prior year included updating Elementary Recess Minimum Requirements in the Wellness Plan and the continuation of the CATCH program. Information regarding Medicaid enrollment was also distributed.

The meeting included the reading of the Avery ISD School Health Advisory Council's vision, mission statement, goal, accountability, and purpose. Key components of Coordinated Health were discussed. Topics reviewed included the Avery ISD Summer Feeding Waiver presentation, planning status for the Health Fair scheduled for March 5, 2026, and the CATCH Program discussion. Student events, specifically a health tour where Medical Assistant students started clinicals at TRMC, were also noted. Contact information for representatives from DSHS and Maximus was provided.

The meeting commenced following a meal while awaiting a quorum. Key discussions involved the consideration of the Consent Agenda, which included approving the March 2009 Budget Board Report and the Monthly Investment & Cash Position Report. Expenditures exceeding $5,000 were approved. Administrative reports covered grant opportunities for Food Service equipment and summer work programs, as well as maintenance updates for the Administration office, West Access road, and softball field lighting. The 'Good to Great' segment included presentations on Staff In-service, Belief Statements, Community Breakfast, and chapters related to confronting truths and discipline. The Director of Business Operations reported on finance estimates, school funding bills, and a Budget Amendment for NCLB Federal Grant Funds. Elementary Principal reports detailed Pre-K enrollment and TAKS testing results, showing strong performance in 5th and 8th-grade math. Secondary Principal reports highlighted student achievements in the Dallas Morning News Stock Market Game, athletic results (Tennis, Baseball, UIL Science, FFA), and cheerleading updates. Following an executive session to discuss personnel matters, the Board approved contracts for Non-Chapter 21 employees, TASB Update 85, the 2009-2010 School Calendar, and budget amendments.

Key discussions during the meeting included administrative reports covering the 'Good to Great' book study, updates on the Asbestos Plan update and softball field lighting repair quote, and planning for a free community breakfast event featuring school programs. Business operations reports focused on state revenue estimates and budget amendments to align with the $1.04 roll-back rate. Elementary school achievements noted were the selection of Avery MS as a 'Just for Kids' Higher Performing School in Reading and the ES earning the National Title 1 Diamond Performance campus award. Secondary reports highlighted the Science Team's 2nd place finish in a competition and updates on various student activities and testing schedules. New business items included the approval of the Amended 2008-2009 Budget and the approval of the Superintendent and Principals' contracts following executive session discussions. Additionally, the Board called for the Trustee Election scheduled for May 9, 2009, including appointing the Early Voting Clerk and setting the location.

The special meeting included a call to order, the pledge of allegiance, and an invocation. The primary discussion item was an overview of the Schools FIRST (Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas) report presented by the Director of Business Operations. It was noted that Avery ISD received a Superior Achievement rating for 2007-2008, scoring 82 out of 85 points. There were no public comments on the report before the meeting was adjourned.