Edith Jeanne Kalbas

The board discussed and took action on several items including the approval of the 2026-2027 instructional material survey, the new gym floor project, the 2026-2027 school calendar, and district and campus improvement plans. Additionally, the board approved the stipend list for the upcoming school year, a health insurance premium, and the TREC contract. A resolution was adopted regarding employee leave for funeral services. The board also addressed personnel matters including hiring a nurse, a high school teacher, and an assistant coach, as well as renewing the contract for the District Athletic Director. Finally, a report on board member training hours was presented.

The board meeting involved a facility tour and yearbook photo, followed by reports on student enrollment and athletic events. Key actions included the approval of a joint project with the City of Farwell for a marquee sign, an auditing contract with Bolinger, Segars, Gilbert, and Moss, and employment contracts for elementary, junior high, high school, and coaching staff. A motion to rehire the athletic director and coach failed. Finally, the board approved updates to local policy DC.

The board discussed and took action on several items including the presentation of the 2024-2025 TAPR report, approval of an election order and a joint election, and updates to Junior High and High School Cheer rules. The board also addressed HB board goals, Senate Bill 11, Senate Bill 546 regarding seat belts on buses, and adjustments to employee travel meal prices. Additionally, the board approved a teacher certification waiver and renewed various administrative and staff contracts, including principal, counselor, and technology director roles.

The meeting will cover various operational and administrative items, including reports from the maintenance, athletic, and school principals. Action items include a resolution regarding personal non-business vehicles, the replacement of district AED devices, the approval of a specific MTSS/ESL curriculum for junior high, and the canvassing of board election results. Additionally, the superintendent will provide updates on preliminary values, board training, and the annual safety survey.

The regular board meeting included a public comment regarding yearly sports physicals. Key agenda items involved the approval of the consent agenda, receiving reports from the Athletic Director and campus principals (noting an enrollment of 574), and approving a bid from RTI to replace the school district access points. The Superintendent reported on the installation of exterior cameras and noted that discussion on the HB2 waiver and SB 11 resolution is scheduled for the next meeting.