Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Ben Fussell’s organization
Aug 18, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Board of Trustees Regular Board Meeting
The board discussed the budget and tax rate during a public hearing. The Interim Superintendent provided a report on campus enrollment, followed by departmental reports from school principals and the PTech Director. The board formally adopted the 2026-2027 deficit budget and tax rate. Additional business included authorizing bids for two buses and one truck, approving the Optional Flexible School Day, appointing specific appraisers, and appointing a new member to the Board of Trustees. The meeting concluded with an executive session.
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The board received reports from the Interim Superintendent of Schools and various department heads, including updates on high school construction, school district police, curriculum, and principal reports. Action was taken on several items: tabling the appointment for Board Position I, setting a public hearing date, and approving a proposed tax rate for debt service and an overall proposed tax rate. Furthermore, the board adopted a salary schedule, approved an attendance incentive, delegated authority under Chapter 49 to the Superintendent, approved the Student Code of Conduct, and authorized an Order Calling a Bus Bond Election. No action was taken regarding the athletic trainer contract.
Jun 25, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Board of Education Regular Board Meeting Minutes
The board received reports from the Interim Superintendent and updates on High School construction, police matters, the bus bond, district curriculum, and various school operations. Actions taken included the approval of a Region VII contract, a resolution for public-school safety and security, a public notice of intent to apply for federal grant funds, and a safety and security meeting. The board also tabled a decision on establishing a bond for five buses. Additionally, the board conducted executive sessions to deliberate on two parent grievances regarding a criminal trespass issuance and cheer tryouts, ultimately upholding the administration's decisions in both matters.
May 21, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
San Augustine Independent School District Regular Board Meeting
The board meeting agenda includes reports from the superintendent, principals, and various departments such as athletics, police, and curriculum. Key discussion and action items involve potential policy changes for FNG Local, the trades building project, and salary schedules for the Teacher Pathway Apprenticeship and CNA programs. Additionally, the board will consider updates to stipends for lead teachers and the cross-country program, along with a proposed change to the district's phone system. An executive session is planned to deliberate on personnel matters and receive legal counsel.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
