Celes Harris

This presentation provides an overview of the Records Management division of Harris County Department of Education. It details the services provided, introduces the experienced team, and highlights operational data such as electronic and manual work orders, scanned images, and records processed. Key achievements, including expanded service areas and high contract renewal rates, are presented, along with an analysis of current industry trends in records management.

The board meeting included a public forum session regarding board policy and procedures, followed by a public hearing on the annual financial management reports for the 2025 fiscal year. The board also recognized the December 2025 employee of the month, followed by a presentation of the superintendent's monthly report which highlighted community collaborations with private sector entities and general holiday acknowledgments for the staff and board members.

The Board of Trustees held a meeting that included a public hearing regarding the annual financial management report. Key discussion topics included recognizing Board Appreciation Month, honoring the January Employee of the Month, and receiving the Superintendent’s monthly update on facility ribbon cuttings and upcoming educator conferences. Additionally, the Board considered the approval of the 2023-24 annual financial audit and the related single audit report presented by the external auditor.

The meeting agenda includes the election or appointment of the Secretary and Treasurer of the Board, authorization to file an updated nonprofit period report with the Texas Secretary of State's Office, and the acceptance of the High Point East Middle School building project along with the release of retainage to the contractor. Additionally, the Board will consider the adoption of a resolution regarding prevailing wage rates for public works and construction projects, review a report on PFC investments, and receive updates and timelines on various projects. The session may also include a closed or executive meeting for purposes authorized by the Texas Government Code.

The board meeting included presentations on Black History Month and the Employee of the Month, as well as a superintendent report regarding future conferences and an update on construction division activities. Key action items approved involved the acceptance of various grant awards, interlocal agreements for purchasing and services, and contract awards for construction-related professional services and professional development consultants. The board also approved the replacement of a director for the Public Facilities Corporation, adopted a resolution regarding emergency administrative leave for staff, and authorized a technology equipment lease contract. Furthermore, the board addressed updates to Head Start procedures and goals and voted against adopting a resolution regarding Texas Education Code Section 25.0823(a-1).