Katelyn Jones

The Board of Trustees held a regular meeting where several recognitions were presented, including teachers and students of the month, state-level swim champions, and a UIL state film finalist. Key discussion topics included an update on attendance and enrollment reports, a safety audit correction plan regarding exterior door security, and a legislative update concerning SB 571 regarding mandatory reporting of misconduct. The board approved an order to cancel unopposed elections for Districts 2 and 5, certified the provision of instructional materials, and adopted a new compensation plan for the upcoming school year. Additionally, the board approved the new district policy related to SB 571, authorized library book procurement, and approved new hire contracts for police officer positions.

This document outlines the Monahans-Wickett-Pyote Independent District's Local Innovation Plan, designed to gain flexibility from state educational requirements to better serve student needs. The plan addresses key areas such as uniform school start dates, student discipline protocols, class size regulations, minimum instructional minutes, attendance requirements for credit, professional employment contracts, and teacher certification for specialized and hard-to-fill positions. Its overarching goal is to enhance local control, personalize learning experiences, and strategically manage staffing to improve educational outcomes.

This document outlines Board Outcome Goals in response to House Bill 3 requirements, focusing on early childhood literacy and college, career, and military readiness. Key objectives include increasing the percentage of 3rd-grade students scoring at or above grade level on STAAR Reading to 60% by June 2027 for Parkway Elementary, and increasing mastery of literacy indicators for 1st and 2nd-grade students to 70% by May 2027 for Tatom Elementary. The plan sets annual targets for student growth and addresses closing achievement gaps across various student groups.

The board meeting was held to canvass and certify the results of the District 4 Trustee election. The official election returns were reviewed, confirmed, and ordered to be reported to the Texas Secretary of State in compliance with the Texas Election Code.

The board meeting included recognitions for Teachers and Students of the Month and a ceremony honoring the board for School Board Appreciation Month. The Superintendent presented an enrollment and attendance report. Financial reports were reviewed and approved. Board actions included the approval of a technology support purchase from Region 18, the authorization of new hire contracts for the Head Football Coach/Athletic Director and classroom teachers, and the decision to table the Superintendent's annual evaluation results until a future meeting.