Cliffton Thornton

The board received reports from various departments, including technology, athletics, administration, and facilities. A public hearing was held to discuss the budget and tax rate for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The board conducted a closed session regarding safety and security. Key actions included the approval of the 2024-2025 budget, the adoption of a tax rate of $0.9919 per $100 valuation, final budget amendments for the 2023-2024 fiscal year, a resolution for the public funds policy, and approval of a request from the Conway Fund.

The board conducted the swearing-in of a new member and the administration of Oaths of Office for newly elected members. Officers were elected for the positions of President, Vice President, and Secretary. Administrative and department reports were presented by school leadership. The board held an executive session for personnel matters. New business included the approval of ESC Region 11 contracts for the 2025-2026 school year and the approval of the Allotment and TEKS certification form for the same period. Several items, including the adoption of a pay rate for accumulated leave and a policy update, were tabled.

The board conducted a Team of 8 training session facilitated by an ESC Region 11 representative, which included a legislative update and group feedback via surveys. Additionally, the board discussed and formally approved the House Bill 3 (HB 3) goals as presented by the administration.

The board meeting included a presentation on the Texas Academic Performance Reports (TAPR) and the delivery of various administrative and department reports. Key actions taken included the approval of an updated contract for the superintendent, the approval of contracts and letters of assurance for the upcoming school year, and the acceptance of donations from the Gordon Youth Association for baseball facilities. Additionally, the board voted to cancel the upcoming election due to unopposed candidates and initiated the District of Innovation renewal process, authorizing the superintendent to manage related administrative functions.

The board convened a special meeting to conduct interviews with proposers for the Construction Manager at Risk (CMBR) role for upcoming construction projects. Following a closed session for these interviews, the board returned to open session. While items regarding the scoring, interviews, and authorization for the Superintendent to conduct contract negotiations were presented, no formal action was taken on these matters.