Blue Ridge Independent School District

The meeting commenced with a declaration of a quorum and the Pledge of Allegiance led by the BRHS Football Team, followed by prayer. Special presentations celebrated the BRHS football team for being Area Champions and Regional Semi-Finalists. Public participation involved four speakers addressing concerns regarding the Elementary tardy policy, truancy filing, and educational standards, including graduating student life skills education and administration building outdoor lights. The consent agenda was approved, which included minutes, financials, the selection of Amanda Ray as the election coordinator, approval of the TEA Staff Development Waiver for the 2026-2027 school year, and approval of library materials.

The meeting included a closed session to discuss personnel matters, disciplinary matters, complaints, and safety and security. There were special presentations from BRHS Beta Leadership, the Bi-District Champion Volleyball team, and the BRISD Band. The BRISD Board President proclaimed November 17, 2025, as National Education Support Professionals Day. The BRISD Education Foundation reported on scholarships and teacher gifts. There was also a report on the Children's School-Based Telehealth Program.

The District of Innovation Plan for Blue Ridge Independent School District outlines strategies to leverage flexibilities granted by House Bill 1842, similar to those of Texas' open-enrollment charter schools. The plan focuses on innovations in areas such as flexible instructional start dates, local teacher certification, teacher contract adjustments, expanded excused absences for college/military visits, local class size waiver management, transfer student policies, and the complaints and grievance process. It is guided by the district's mission to inspire student growth and excellence, and its five core goals centered on academic achievement, safety, staff development, community partnerships, and prudent financial stewardship, aiming to enhance local control and customize educational practices.

The meeting included a closed session to discuss personnel matters, disciplinary matters, and safety and security. The Pledge of Allegiance and a prayer were conducted. Special presentations included National Principals Month Recognition, recognition of Cross Country - Regional qualifiers, and College Board Recognitions.

The Board of Trustees held a training meeting which included conducting a Team of Eight Training. No action was taken during the meeting.