Kala Winn

The board discussed and approved several items, including the 2026-2027 district goals and resolutions, and the employment contract recommendations for the 2026-2027 school year. Additionally, the board approved a budget amendment for the purchase of a transit van and reviewed informational updates regarding student enrollment, the budget, a TDA grant, and the Conterra tower project.

This document outlines the strategic goals for Cotton Center ISD, focusing on continuous improvement in student performance, closing achievement gaps, and achieving a 100% graduation rate. It emphasizes enhancing opportunities for students in special programs, upgrading technology for an innovative learning environment, and maintaining a safe and positive school environment to boost attendance and enrollment. Furthermore, the plan aims to increase parent and community involvement and to recruit and retain diverse, high-quality teachers and staff to meet district needs.

The board discussed and approved several key items, including the Superintendent's evaluation tool, setting the date for the public hearing of the district's final FIRST Rating, and the decision not to participate in the Summer Lunch Program 2026. Additionally, the board voted on and approved SB 11 Resolution and policy update 126. Informational items included an Enrollment Update (ADA), SB 546 (Mandatory 3-point Harness Seat Belts in all Buses) Overview, and a Safety Grant Project Update.

The board meeting included discussion and action on several key items, including setting the date for a public hearing on the Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR) for CCISD, casting votes for the Board of Directors for HCAD, and approving the Lamb County SPED SSA Administrative Agreement. The board also accepted a resignation and approved Policy DGA (Local) and FNA (Local). Informational items included an enrollment update and a Safety Grant Project update. The board then moved into a closed session to discuss the Superintendent Evaluation.

The meeting included the presentation and approval of the Annual Financial Audit Report for the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year. The consent agenda covered the approval of payments of bills, monthly finance reports, and monthly tax collection reports. The board approved the hiring of Margarita Hernandez as a retire/rehire part-time Library Aide. Informational items included an Enrollment Update, TAPR and School Report Card 2024-2025 data, and a SAFE Grant Update. The board held a closed session to discuss the Superintendent Contract, and subsequently voted to renew the Superintendent's contract.