Julie Haranda

The board meeting included the reorganization of the school board for the upcoming school year, with appointments made for President, Vice President, and Secretary. Administrative updates were provided by the Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, and business office. The board approved several consent items, including interlocal agreements for educational and security services, an MOU for health department dental services, and various staff requests. Personnel hiring for the new school year was finalized, and delegates were appointed for the upcoming state assembly. Additionally, the board approved the purchase of chromebooks for the middle school campus and authorized a lease purchase agreement for fleet vehicle replacement.

The meeting agenda includes reports on various district programs and activities, including nutrition services, health education and services, safe school environment initiatives, counseling and mental health services, physical education, staff wellness promotion, and parent and community involvement. Additionally, the agenda covers a high school student update and updates regarding the District Improvement Plan.

The committee discussed school health, nutrition, safety, and counseling services across the district. Reports covered cafeteria health inspections, student attendance trends and immunization efforts, and the completion of a District Vulnerability Assessment. Mental health and counseling initiatives, including TCHATT referrals and friendship academies, were reviewed. Physical education activities were summarized for all levels, and staff wellness and community involvement efforts were highlighted. Additionally, the committee reviewed updates to the District Improvement Plan regarding safety standards and dating violence policies.

The Board of Trustees conducted a regular meeting to address several administrative and operational items. Key actions included the hiring of personnel for the 2026-2027 school year, approval of an audit agreement with Bolinger, Segars, Gilbert and Moss, L.L.P., and authorization of a Financial Advisory Agreement with Nickel Hayden Advisors, L.L.C. Additionally, the Board approved the certification of instructional materials for 2026-27, reviewed probationary and non-certified personnel lists, and approved proposed library book lists. The meeting also featured updates from the Superintendent, transportation and security reports, and an Enterprise Fleet Management presentation.

The Board of Trustees held a budget workshop and conducted a closed session. Discussion items included registration and housing information for the upcoming Summer Leadership Institute scheduled to take place in San Antonio and Fort Worth.