Damien Figueroa

The Board discussed and approved the purchase of new chromebooks and authorized a budget amendment to reallocate funds within the basic education services category.

The board recognized teachers awarded State Designations through the Teacher Incentive Allotment and enjoyed a performance by the high school One Act Play cast. The board reviewed financial reports, approved the 2026-2027 school calendar, and authorized the submission of Missed School Day and Low Attendance waivers due to recent winter weather. Additionally, the superintendent provided updates on technology upgrades, HVAC maintenance, a visit from the TEA Commissioner, and recent grant and athletic achievements. The board also convened in an executive session to discuss personnel, real property, and safety matters, subsequently approving a tax deed.

Key discussions included student and teacher recognition for Academic UIL and JrHigh OAP award winners, as well as spotlights on graduating seniors planning to attend MSU and Texas Tech. The Board accepted the Financial Reports for November 2025 and the 2024-2025 Financial Audit Report, which resulted in a clean opinion. A public hearing was held regarding the Electra ISD's FIRST Report, where the District achieved a score of 100. Another public hearing addressed the Electra Elementary Targeted Improvement Plan (TIP). The Board subsequently accepted the Elementary and Secondary book orders and discussed the Superintendent Evaluation Items, including the President's resignation and the process for filling the resulting School Board vacancy.

The meeting included student and teacher recognition, highlighting three seniors for the Senior Spotlight, detailing their post-graduation plans and community involvement. The consent agenda, covering minutes from the September 15, 2025 meeting, financial reports for September 2025, and the updated 2025-2026 Substitute Teacher List, was accepted. Information items included campus improvement plans for Electra Elementary and Electra Junior High and High School, and an overview of the Electra ISD Emergent Bilingual Program. The Superintendent provided updates on a recent Dual SSSC/SSSP Meeting, potential legislative changes regarding transportation and website updates, and the status of the Total Energies project, noting construction might commence in January or February. Campus and Athletic Director reports detailed recent activities, including field trips, community service hours, UIL band performance results, current sports standings, and ongoing field maintenance work. A closed session was held to discuss personnel matters (including a resignation), real property, and safety and security, though no formal action resulted from this session.

Key discussions included recognizing three senior students for the Senior Spotlight and an 8th grader for the Jr High OAP group performance. The Board considered and approved the Consent Agenda items, which included October 2025 financial reports, the investment report, the tax office report, and the updated 2025-2026 substitute teacher list. The Financial Audit Report for 2024-2025 was tabled until the December meeting. Action was taken to approve a $400 retention stipend for all District employees, to be distributed with the December paycheck. The Board designated specific non-business days for the purpose of the Public Information Act for 2026. The Board accepted the District's reasoning for applying for a summer 2026 waiver from the Texas Department of Agriculture and approved changes to the District Wellness Policy. Changes to Update 126 policy were also accepted. The Superintendent reported on the initiation of the "Sit Down with the Sup" concept. Principal reports covered the Elementary GT program, a Senior Blast Off event, and athletic facility updates. Board members discussed the process for filling the vacant Place 4 position following Dr. Vanderland's resignation in December. The Board entered a closed session to discuss personnel matters, real property, and safety & security, with no resulting action taken upon returning to open session.