Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Dawn Renee Hand’s organization
Sep 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Axtell Independent School District Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
The meeting included a public hearing regarding the tax rate and budget for the upcoming school year. The Board recognized several teachers for their accomplishments. Key actions taken included the approval of the SB 12 Compliance Certification, the authorization of the Emergency Operations Plan and Standard Protocol, and the formal adoption of a tax rate of $0.7392 for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. Additionally, the Board approved a calendar change to accommodate the hosting of a High School UIL meet. The Board also conducted an executive session regarding personnel or financial matters.
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Axtell Independent School District Board Of Trustees Regular Meeting
The board addressed several administrative and operational items. Financial actions included the approval of bill payments. Policy decisions involved rejecting revisions to the student handbook while keeping the previous version for the 2026-2027 school year and approving the student code of conduct. The board approved the district improvement plan and campus improvement plans for high school, elementary, and WCY. Other actions included tabling the SB 12 Compliance Certification, approving updates to the TASB Localized Manual and Resource Manual, and authorizing 4-H participation and faculty designation. A new hire for Axtell Elementary was approved, and the board voted to disapprove homeschool participation in extracurricular activities.
Jun 25, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Axtell Independent School District Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
The board conducted a public hearing concerning the tax rate and budget for the 2026-2027 school year. Key actions included approving the quarterly investment report, authorizing a project for the old gym, and updating compensation and benefit policies including FMLA. The board also amended the 2025-2026 budget and approved both the 2026-2027 tax rate and fiscal year budget, which includes funding for health insurance contributions, new buses, equipment, and facility repairs. Certain items, such as the Campus Improvement Plan and SB 12 Compliance Certification, were tabled until August.
Jun 16, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Axtell Independent School District Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
The board discussed several items including personnel updates regarding a retirement and new hires. The library book list was approved for adoption, and Extraco Bank was selected as the district depository. Additionally, the board issued a call for the upcoming November elections for designated positions and conducted a budget workshop.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
