Becky Calzada

The meeting included several action items for the Board of Trustees. Key discussions involved the consideration and approval of the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Amendment - #4, which proposed adjustments to revenue and expenditure budgets within the General Operating Fund, primarily related to athletic tournaments, with no effect on the total operating surplus or deficit. Another item concerned the consideration and approval of the Minutes of the Regular and Called Board Meetings from previous dates, specifically the November 6, 2025, Regular Board Meeting Minutes. Furthermore, the Board was asked to consider and approve the 2024-2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, which received an unmodified opinion from the auditors for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025. The Management's Discussion and Analysis section detailed the district's financial position, including the increase in total net position deficit due to pension and OPEB liabilities, growth in capital assets, and details on the district's strategic plan and financial stability measures.

The meeting agenda included several action items for consideration and approval. Key discussions involved the consideration and adoption of a Board Resolution to designate certain non-business days for the purposes of the Texas Public Information Act for the 2026 Calendar Year, following requirements set by House Bill 3033. The Board also considered the approval of the FY26 Budget Amendment - #5, which involved transfers among functions within the General Operating Fund. Another significant item was the consideration and approval of enrollment thresholds (Threshold 1 below 500 students, Threshold 2 below 400 students) for low-enrolled campuses, aligning with the district's resolution on financial sustainability. Finally, the agenda addressed the issuance and sale of "Leander Independent School District Unlimited Tax Refunding Bonds, Series 2026," including the adoption of an order authorizing the issuance and establishing parameters for the sale to achieve debt service savings, as authorized by Texas Government Code Chapter 1371 via delegation to a Pricing Officer.

This document outlines Leander ISD's interim legislative priorities, informed by community input to reflect the experiences of students, staff, families, and community members. The plan focuses on ensuring local responsibility, empowering student learning through flexible curriculum and support for special education, and empowering staff through fair salaries and retention efforts. It also emphasizes impactful family engagement, equitable access to quality education via state funding, and the creation of safe and innovative learning environments with robust mental health support. The overall aim is to uphold a strong public education system and provide all students with the necessary resources to thrive.

The agenda included two primary action items. The first item concerned the consideration and requested approval of minutes from previous Regular and Special Board Meetings held on December 11, 12, and 13, 2025. The second major item involved the consideration of Elementary Campus Consolidation Options for the 2026-27 School Year, stemming from long-range planning efforts related to enrollment, financial sustainability, and operational impacts. Specific consolidation scenarios discussed involved Faubion Elementary joining Westside Elementary, and Steiner Ranch Elementary joining Bush Elementary and River Ridge Elementary.

This document outlines a pact between teachers, families, and students at Escuela Primaria Bagdad for the 2025-2026 academic year, designed to ensure high standards and quality education. It details specific responsibilities for teachers (e.g., fostering ownership, data-driven instruction, communication), students (e.g., goal-setting, participation, academic effort, reading practice), and families (e.g., supporting learning, communication). The plan includes school objectives such as increasing academic progress in mathematics, enhancing reading proficiency, and providing opportunities for student-led conferences. Additionally, it aligns with district goals to empower students, ensure equitable access, provide supportive environments, and engage the community.