Jana O'Quinn

The board meeting included the swearing-in of a new member and informational presentations regarding the Co-Op Special Education Performance Report, a district safety and security update, and a district needs assessment. The board approved a consent agenda covering annual agreements with service providers, staff development waivers, participation in federal grant funding sources, and summer operating hours. Additionally, the board approved participation in the 2026-2027 Community Eligibility Provision, the 2026-2027 stipend compensation schedule, a service estimate for gym floor resurfacing, and the hiring of a district RN and a teacher's aide.

The board meeting agenda included several informational reports from the Superintendent and Principals covering upcoming board training, legislative updates, and preliminary STAAR/EOC results. Action items involved the consideration of payment of bills, student transfers, and annual service procurement agreements with ESC7. Additionally, the board addressed policy updates, considered compliance certification with Texas Education Code 39.008, discussed the 2026-2027 budget adoption calendar, and handled personnel matters including employment, assignments, and resignations.

This District of Innovation Plan for Wells ISD outlines specific strategies to gain local flexibility under HB 1842. Effective for a five-year term from the 2022-2023 school year, the plan addresses key areas such as adjusting the school start date, implementing local class size waivers, developing a customized teacher and administrator appraisal system, enabling local teacher certification, modifying probationary contracts, and providing flexibility for student attendance and course credit. It also includes provisions for inter-district transfers, adjusting teacher contract days, and streamlining site-based decision-making processes to better meet the unique needs of the students and community.

The board meeting agenda included a superintendent report and various action items. Key topics included the payment of district bills, processing student transfers, and reviewing annual agreements with external service providers. The board addressed the appointment of financial auditors for the fiscal year 2025-2026, the submission of a low attendance day waiver to the Texas Education Agency, and the approval of a resolution regarding employee pay during a previous emergency closure. Additionally, the meeting featured an executive session to evaluate personnel matters and the superintendent's contract, goals, and annual evaluation.

The document outlines the foundational principles of Wells Independent School District. Its mission is to ensure successful and safe learning opportunities for individuals to reach their full potential. The district believes in challenging and respecting individuals, and values grit, growth, respect, integrity, and teamwork, all with a vision of continuous improvement.