Betty Hicks

The board convened for a special meeting, which included an executive session to discuss matters allowed under the Open Meetings Act, followed by a reconvening into open session and a subsequent motion to suspend the meeting.

The board conducted a public hearing regarding accountability ratings, the proposed tax rate, and the budget. In the regular session, the board set the consolidated tax rate for the 2017-2018 fiscal year and approved the budget. Additional actions included the approval of a compensation plan revision, a trust bid property, the district improvement committee, and various service bids for fuel and propane. The board also extended a depository contract, appointed a PSP, updated the investment policy with designated investment officers, and approved a resolution for the resale of property.

The board participated in a board training session, which included an executive session for discussion held under the Texas Government Code.

The board conducted a special meeting and board training session. The meeting included an executive session to discuss personnel matters under the Texas Government Code. Following the session, the board approved one-year probationary teacher contracts for two individuals, subject to certification and funding requirements. Additionally, the session featured Lonestar Governance training focused on establishing organizational goals and progress measures.

The Board addressed a complaint and directed administrative review of educational services for affected students. Actions included the approval of a contract extension and salary increase for the Superintendent, certification of district compliance with instructional materials and standards, and approval of policy updates. Additionally, the Board authorized contracts with the regional education service center, a purchase agreement for attendance credits, and a campus turnaround plan. Personnel matters involved appointing a new Board member and approving various probationary teacher and administrator contracts.