Cristal Castellanos

The committee meeting addressed several key areas regarding campus safety and security, including an update on the EOP and the status of projects funded by the SAFE Grant, such as fencing, doors, and fire systems. The agenda included reports on door audits, preparations for an upcoming school safety audit, and updates on SRO staffing. Additionally, the committee discussed the state mandate for anti-choking devices, the need to re-apply for the Active Attack Response Equipment Grant, and the financial and logistical challenges of implementing three-point seatbelts on school buses. Finally, the committee coordinated upcoming psychological first aid training and noted future safety improvement needs.

The council discussed the Good to Go annual event, including logistics for exhibitors and vendor coordination. Updates were provided on Fitnessgram testing completion and the summer feeding program schedule. The meeting addressed strategies for procuring additional backpacks for students, reviewed successful safety audits across the district, and confirmed the existence of campus Emergency Response Teams. Additionally, the council explored initiatives for Suicide Prevention Month, including potential awareness events, training programs, and the establishment of a HOPE Squad.

The board discussed several key topics including a presentation on Senate Bill 546 regarding school bus seat belt costs and the requirement to report to the TEA. The board also received reports on board training hours, hiring schedules, and updates from executive directors and campus principals concerning upcoming testing and student achievements. Action items approved included a resolution regarding the seat belt requirement, the 2026-2027 hiring schedules, library materials book lists, policy updates, and contracts for Chartwell's and custodial services with Walsh Services. Finally, the board approved personnel items following a closed session.

The meeting included the administration of the Oath of Office for re-elected board members. Key recognitions were presented for the Spring BGC Teacher of the Season Award, Hillsboro High School Esports state qualifiers, and both Girls and Boys Powerlifting state qualifiers, including multiple State Championship achievements. The board took various actions, including approval of TEKS certification, textbook adoption, proposed library materials book lists, budget amendments, personnel items, and the superintendent's hiring authority.

The board approved several key items, including a resolution regarding the SB 546 seat belt requirement and the 2026-2027 hiring schedules. Furthermore, the board authorized the proposed library materials book lists to ensure compliance with SB 13 and approved policy updates for DCB (local) and DCE (local). Additionally, contracts for the 2026-2027 school year were approved for both Chartwell's and custodial services. Finally, personnel items were approved following a closed session discussion.