Kateland Barwick

The board conducted the swearing-in of unopposed candidates and performed a reorganization of board officers. Discussions included administrative reports on enrollment, financial status, and facilities updates regarding the video board and library HVAC. Action items included adopting a resolution concerning seat belt requirements, approving an updated collections contract with the Hood Central Appraisal District, and authorizing the replacement of classroom flooring at the Junior High. Additionally, the board approved a new student transfer policy involving tuition charges, and reconvened from an executive session to approve the final safety audit report and safety survey.

The board meeting included the recognition of championship basketball teams and a review of administrative and financial reports. Action items included the approval of student Chromebook purchases, a donation for a new gym video board, a budget amendment, and an amended school calendar for 2026-2027. Additionally, the board approved an interlocal agreement and contract with ESC Region 11, a consulting agreement with Full Spectrum Risk Group LLC, the 2026-2027 compensation plan and pay structures, and a resolution regarding fund balance commitments. Following an executive session, the board also approved teacher probationary contracts.

The meeting included a review of administrative and financial reports, specifically regarding property tax revenue and mini-bus equipment costs, along with updates on school operations. Key actions taken included the approval of donations for the video board, the submission of a Staff Development waiver application to the Texas Education Agency, the approval of the 2026-2027 school calendar, and the certification of instructional materials. Additionally, the board entered an executive session to deliberate on personnel matters, subsequently approving multiple teacher probationary and term contracts.

The board participated in a training session facilitated by ESC Region 11. The core topics of the session included Evaluating and Improving Student Outcomes and the Team of 8 training module.

The board conducted a public hearing for the Texas Academic Performance Report. Discussion items included administrative and superintendent reports covering budget preparation, athletic facility maintenance, and future calendar planning. Consent agenda actions included the approval of monthly financial reports, the cancellation of a board election, the appointment of a district auditor, and the approval of school-related waivers and wage payment resolutions. The board voted not to adopt a resolution regarding the period of prayer and reading of religious texts. During the executive session, the board reviewed personnel matters and subsequently approved various contract renewals and probationary contracts for district employees.