Jessica Padilla

The agenda includes the approval of various budget adjustments (BARs), the March cash report, April payroll, and April payable vouchers. It features superintendent and board reports, including progress monitoring for student engagement and well-being. Action items comprise an MOU for teacher stipends, the acceptance of the FY25 audit, the purchase of CTE equipment and software, and the review and potential approval of several district policies regarding class ranking, threat assessment, and staff leave.

The agenda for this special meeting includes a presentation regarding the 2026-27 District Budget of State Equalization Guarantee (SEG) funds and a subsequent discussion and possible approval of said budget.

This document outlines the foundational principles for Socorro Consolidated Schools, defining its mission, vision, core values, and motto. The mission focuses on improving student outcomes through high-quality instruction and a supportive, collaborative environment, empowering students to thrive and shape their own path. The vision aims to empower all students to discover their passion, adapt to change, forge their life path, and confidently contribute to their community. These efforts are guided by the core values of Trust, Service, Collaboration, Accountability, and Integrity, all encapsulated by the motto 'Empowering Every Path. Inspiring Every Future.'

This document outlines the Student Outcome Focused Governance (SOFG) model for Socorro Consolidated Schools, prioritizing student success and aligning district efforts toward clearly defined outcomes. The plan establishes four key Goals: improving literacy, numeracy, post-secondary readiness, and student engagement and well-being. These goals are supported by three Guardrails: ensuring effective Professional Learning Communities, maintaining a Whole Child Focus in curriculum and activities, and fostering Collaboration and Community Engagement in decision-making. The framework guides resources and strategies to maximize student achievement and prepare students for college, career, and life.

The Socorro Consolidated Schools Board of Education convened to discuss and consider various action items. The agenda included approval of Budget Adjustment Requests (BARs), discussion and possible action regarding external financial and special education investigations, and second readings and approvals of several policy advisories and revisions. Additionally, the board discussed and considered approval of Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) between Socorro Consolidated Schools and New Mexico Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement, Inc. (NM MESA), as well as with Socorro County Juvenile Justice Continuum. The board also considered the approval of a purchase order to Cooperative Educational Services (CES) for ancillary services and discussed a Tiny Eyes Service Agreement. A closed executive session was held to discuss pending or threatened litigation.