Grey Burton

This document outlines a High Quality PreK Parent & Family Engagement Plan designed to support children participating in the prekindergarten program. The plan focuses on meaningful family engagement, effective communication practices, monitoring and improving student attendance, and creating on-campus opportunities for families. Key areas include reporting student progress to families and providing information on economic and social services offered by community organizations.

The Board of Trustees meeting included reports from the Superintendent regarding a student-run IT help desk, recent student science and engineering projects, fine arts performances, and holiday schedules. The Board reviewed business reports on gifts and donations, approved budget amendments, an investment report, and the second reading of a TASB policy update. Key action items included the approval of the 2026-2027 Nacogdoches High School Course Guide and new courses, as well as the approval of a proposal for a districtwide access control and camera upgrade.

The meeting featured reports on school district achievements, a delinquent tax collection process, outcomes from the TASA/TASB Delegate Assembly, and an overview of E-Rate program internet safety protocols. Additionally, the 2025 Bilingual Annual Evaluation was presented. Action items included the approval of personnel recommendations, a list of federally funded vendors, a physical therapist assistant contract, the appointment of School Health Advisory Council members, the first reading of a revised student conduct policy regarding electronic devices, and the approval of a districtwide radio system upgrade project.

The board discussed media relations and the district's communication strategies. Key topics included the recent ribbon-cutting ceremonies for new facilities, organizational updates for upcoming events like the annual convocation, and the development of an education foundation. The presentation detailed the foundation's mission to support educational excellence through grants and scholarships, its fundraising priorities, and its governance structure. Additional reports covered roles within the superintendent's office and an overview of athletic offerings and safety protocols managed by the district police department.

The meeting included discussions on various administrative and operational topics, such as budget amendments for donations and internal fund transfers. The board reviewed an investment report, department business reports, and a purchase proposal for an intercom system, which was moved to further discussion. Other items included a policy reading regarding credit for elective courses, the required annual teaching of the Constitution, the district improvement plan for the upcoming school year, and an update to the compensation plan to include a special education administrator title.