Auttumn Crawford

The meeting commenced with introductions. Key recommendations included utilizing ParentSquare and Facebook to disseminate SHAC meeting dates. The council initiated work on the School Health Index Module 10 focusing on Family Engagement, which is scheduled for completion during the subsequent meeting. Furthermore, a request for additional information regarding the Body Safety lessons provided to students across the district was raised.

The meeting commenced with a presentation on the purpose of the School Health Advisory Council (SHAC). Key discussion points included campus scores on Module 10: Family Engagement (83% for elementary and middle schools) and the availability of TEKS aligned Body Safety lessons from Esteem and Quaver Ed. District health policy compliance with state law was reported, noting the health offices now possess Neffy, a nasal spray alternative to the Epi Pen. Furthermore, it was reported that district police officers are trained and equipped with Narcan, and the district maintains 100% compliance for vaccinations, with a clinic scheduled for March. A plan was established to update a parent newsletter every six weeks. Finally, Nurse McMurry is gathering information regarding the Coordinated School Health Program, which must be procured from a TEA approved vendor.

The meeting commenced with introductions and a presentation on the purpose of the School Health Advisory Council (SHAC). Key discussions involved reviewing the annual report presented to the school board in April 2025 and outlining goals for the 2025-2026 school year. Specific goals include selecting a Coordinated School Health Program as mandated by Texas State Law, with vendor quotes requested, and inviting guest speakers. A report indicated that carbon monoxide detectors, previously recommended by the SHAC, are currently in the data gathering phase. The committee selected Module 10: Family Engagement for the upcoming school year, with a potential to also complete Module 11. Plans are underway for a presentation by Waste Management potentially coinciding with Earth Day.

The School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) meeting included a presentation on the purpose of the SHAC. The SHAC completed the scorecard for the School Health Index Module 8: Physical Environment. Recommendations were made to invite Waste Management to present to the student body about recycling and to request the district to install carbon dioxide detectors in the kitchens of the cafeterias on all campuses. Information was shared about Bridging the Gap Ministries presentations for teachers and parents about common places and objects that hide drugs.

The special board meeting included a review and consideration of the TEA Agreed Corrective Action Plan regarding PEIMS Submission/Leaver Data.