James Gonzalez

The board meeting featured a series of presentations focused on district strategic goals and operations. Key topics included a review of strategic priority two regarding community engagement, which detailed plans to increase volunteer participation and enhance partnerships. The board received a report on proposed school rezoning boundaries for the 2026-2027 school year aimed at optimizing growth and student safety. Additionally, an informational update was provided regarding compliance with Senate Bill 546 concerning the installation of three-point seat belts on school buses. The meeting also included a student-led media presentation highlighting the Cleveland High School experience and culminated in the recognition of outstanding student achievements.

The board convened to conduct the official canvass of the trustee election results for Positions 6 and 7. The meeting included the formal declaration of final vote totals for candidates across Liberty, San Jacinto, and Montgomery counties.

The board reconvened to address items from the executive session. Key topics included the consideration of the superintendent's recommendation to propose the termination of a term contract employee and the approval of employment recommendations and resignations for professional personnel at the principal level and above for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years.

The board convened to canvas the election returns and declare the official results for the trustee election for positions six and seven. The session involved a review of the official vote counts across Liberty, San Jacinto, and Montgomery counties, followed by a formal motion to certify the election results for the successful candidates.

The board meeting included student presentations, recognitions of academic and extracurricular achievements, and the Superintendent's report on enrollment and safety audits. Key agenda items included the review of library materials, discussion of proposed requisitions for facility improvements and educational programs, and the approval of contracts for tax collection services. The board also addressed staff development waivers, designated non-business days, and awarded several request for proposals for cafeteria equipment, general services, and instructional support. Additionally, the board deliberated on student and personnel complaint appeals in executive session, announced continuing education compliance for members, and approved revisions to policies regarding electronic devices.