Gustavo Guzman

The board meeting featured the recognition of students as Tiger Star readers from Valley South Elementary, Valley Junior High, and Valley High School. Additionally, student athletes from Valley Junior High were honored as district champions in soccer. A presentation was provided regarding the At-Risk and Safety Department, specifically focusing on the Social Emotional Learning program, its structure, counselor responsibilities, and proposed goals for implementing guidance lessons.

The board discussed and considered approval of the proposed district academic calendar for the 2026-2027 school year. The administration proposed increasing the instructional calendar from 170 to 175 days to better align with state grant eligibility requirements, which offer priority points for districts with 175 or more instructional days. The board explored the potential financial benefits of this adjustment, including increased funding for child nutrition and transportation, while acknowledging feedback from staff and parents regarding holiday placement and the total number of workdays.

The Special Meeting included recognition for Tiger Star Readers from Valley View Elementary. A presentation was made regarding the District's 2nd Quarter Budget Update for the period ended December 31, 2025, noting that 43% of expected revenue had been received. A Public Hearing was held for the 2024-2025 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR), where the District earned an A. The Consent Agenda included approval of minutes for prior meetings and approval for several student trips. In the Action Agenda, the Board voted AGAINST approving the alternative Senate Bill 11 Resolution, opting to continue current practices regarding student prayer time. The Board approved a Memorandum of Agreement with Region One MEGAbyte Services. The Board considered several expenses over $10,000.00, tabling the motion for interactive boards purchase and approving the rest. During Executive Session, the Board discussed personnel matters (staff resignations and recommendations) and authorized settlement negotiation parameters related to a JAMS Arbitration case involving various insurance underwriters.

Key discussions during the meeting included public comments on agenda items, followed by several recognition segments for board appreciation and various levels of Tiger Star Readers from South Elementary, Lucas Elementary, and Junior High. The Finance Director presented information on the 2026-2027 Budget Calendar and reported on the second quarter Financial Investment Report, noting interest earnings were on target. The consent agenda, which was approved, covered the minutes for the Regular Board Meeting of January 12, 2026, and several student and staff development trips. The action agenda involved the approval of a significant donation of supplies from MG's Bakery Supplies for homemaking and culinary arts classes, the approval of an agreement with Region I ESC Educator Preparation Department to ensure compliance with the LASO grant and HB2, and the approval of seven specific expenses exceeding $10,000.00, covering professional development, consultant workspace payment, network equipment purchase, fencing, and fire alarm/burglar alarm repairs, as well as venue rental for graduation. The meeting concluded with an Executive Session to discuss and consider personnel matters, specifically staff resignations, followed by reconvening in Open Session to approve the staff resignations.

The meeting commenced with recognitions for high-achieving students (Tiger Star Readers) from Valley View South Elementary and Wilbur E. Lucas Elementary, as well as athletic teams from Valley View Junior High. The board also recognized the Interim Superintendent for her commitment to the Hidalgo County Precinct 2 Strong Fit Program. Under the Consent Agenda, approvals were granted for several student trips, including retroactive approvals for Girls Soccer and Band trips. In the Action Agenda, the board approved the Valley View ISD 2024-2025 Annual Financial Report, which received an unmodified (clean) opinion from the auditor. Approvals were granted for several expenses exceeding $10,000, excluding roof repair and land cleaning for a property on McColl Road, which were moved to require formal bids. Budget amendments were approved to allocate funds for replacing the Girl's Locker Room HVAC unit at Valley View High School and for the CATE Cosmetology Construction/Remodel Project. The Optional Flexible School Day Program Proposal for the 2025-2026 school year for VVISD Pathways Institute was also approved. During the Executive Session, personnel matters, including staff resignations and recommendations, were discussed. Upon returning to Open Session, the board approved the land cleaning expense for the McColl Road property and formally approved staff resignations and recommendations.