Jacob Conner

This document outlines Springtown ISD's 2025-2029 Board Goals, focusing on three core areas: Early Childhood Literacy, Early Childhood Math, and College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR). The plan establishes specific outcome goals to increase student proficiency in 3rd-grade STAAR Reading and Math, as well as to improve CCMR rates for graduates to 99% by August 2029. It includes yearly target goals for various student groups and details strategies such as targeted professional development, implementation of OnRamps courses, Texas College Bridge, and blanket TSI/SAT testing to achieve these outcomes.

The meeting commenced with the election of a Chairman and Co-Chairman for the 2025-2026 committee. Key discussions included confirming that the district met all goals in the 2024-2025 Annual Report and focusing SHAC efforts on implementing programs required by the 89th Legislative Session. Specific legislation discussed involved SB 920 regarding the administration of OTC medication and SB 12 (parental rights) and SB 4, emphasizing adherence to state policies. The committee was updated on emergency response readiness, including new remote response systems, and the approval of a medical services agreement for continued use of Med Pods. The Child Nutrition report noted compliance with new regulations and the success of the Farm Fresh Challenge.

The Special Meeting included a General Session where the call to order was made, quorum was established, and standard opening ceremonies (Invocation, Pledges, Welcome) took place. The agenda included a segment for Public Comment. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to Governance Team (Board and Superintendent) Team Building, specifically a Team of 8 Board Training session led by Cynthia Bills from Region 11. EISO Training was also conducted by Cynthia Bills. The body entered a Closed Session to discuss matters related to personnel, real property, and security devices/audits under the Texas Open Meetings Act, subsequently reconvening to Open Session to discuss and take possible action regarding personnel matters discussed in the closed session.

The Springtown ISD Regular Meeting included discussions and actions on various topics. A community member requested to rent the Springtown High School Auditorium for a Gospel Service. The Principals were recognized for Principal Appreciation. The board approved the consent agenda items, including library materials, a resolution authorizing Multi-Region Co-op, a Bilingual/ESL Waiver, and improvement plans. They also authorized the issuance of refunding bonds and a contractual agreement with FiberLight. The board acknowledged the superintendent's acceptance of professional resignations and approved professional employment. The board approved the name of Littleton Springs Elementary for the new elementary school.

The board received an update on the planning process for the new elementary school, including design elements and project milestones. Reports were presented by the Assistant Superintendent of Academics, Assessment and Accountability, Special Education, Technology, Digital Learning and Instruction, Operations/Student Services, Human Resources, Fine Arts, Athletics, and Child Nutrition. The board discussed and approved an Interlocal Agreement with Reg. 10 ESC-Purchasing Cooperative, fundraisers, the Springtown ISD Investment Policy, and class size waiver requests for Goshen Creek Elementary and Springtown Elementary. They also approved the Renewal of Membership in Walsh, Gallegos' Retainer Program, the T-PESS Appraisal Calendar. The board acknowledged the superintendent's acceptance of professional resignations and approved one-year probationary contracts for professional employees. They authorized the superintendent to issue professional contracts as needed and discussed the deployment of security personnel or devices and real property. No action was taken on the proposed name for the new elementary school.