Katie Baker

This document outlines the academic calendar for Hudson Isd for the 2026-2027 school year, detailing key dates for teacher in-service, holiday breaks, and the beginning and end of nine-week periods, along with instructional schedules.

Discussions during the meeting included a presentation on middle school students earning high school credit through a self-paced Edgenuity Program. The Superintendent reported on successful donation drives providing essentials to campuses. Key actions included approving the purchase of Library Books for Peavy Primary School, approving the proposed update to the District of Innovation Policy concerning transfer student requirements, approving the first reading of TASB Localized Policy Update 126, and approving the adjusted date for the Annual Audit Report, along with the investment report. During the closed session, personnel matters were considered, resulting in the approval of employment for one individual for the remainder of the school year.

Key discussions during the meeting included a presentation on progressive learning from the Middle School, focusing on students earning high school credit through the self-paced Edgenuity Program. The Superintendent's Report provided updates on community donations benefiting school campuses and outlined the timeline for the upcoming school board election in May 2026. The Board approved library book purchases for Peavy Primary in compliance with SB 13 and EFB(Local). A proposal to amend the District of Innovation Plan concerning transfer student requirements was approved. Action on the first reading of several localized policy updates, including those related to Board Meetings, Public Participation, and Artificial Intelligence, was postponed to the next meeting for a second reading. The Board certified the 2024-2025 Financial Audit Report and approved the Investment Report. Following a closed executive session concerning personnel matters and security, the Board reconvened and approved the employment of Connie Collmorgen for the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year.

The meeting included a presentation by second-grade students from Peavy Primary regarding an Animal Research Project. The Superintendent reported on a recent facility assessment conducted with Gallagher Construction, research into a potential partnership with SFA for paid student teachers possibly funded by the Lasso Grant, and recognized assistance with electrical work at the Middle School Giving Tree. The Consent Agenda included accepting donations, notably $2,000 from Hudson Cheer, and approving a request for a Waiver from The Texas Department of Agriculture concerning participation in a 2026 Summer Nutrition Program. The Board certified the 2024-2025 Financial Audit Report. Updates were provided on Career and Technology Education enrollment, showing 720 out of 772 students enrolled in at least one CTE class. Approvals were granted for library book purchases for Peavy Primary in compliance with SB 13, a request for a Remote Homebound Waiver for a special education student, and a resolution to cast votes for the Angelina County Appraisal District Board of Directors. Finally, the Board approved amending the 2025-2026 General Operating Budget to fund Phase 2 of the Ag Barn and Vo-Tech Complex renovation, including architectural fees, and approved the monthly investment report.

The meeting included a presentation by Peavy Primary on progressive learning. The Superintendent reported on a recently completed facility assessment and a potential partnership with SFA for student teachers. The board reviewed and approved the district's financial audit for the 2024-2025 fiscal year, received a report on Career and Technology Education, and approved the purchase of library books for Peavy Primary. Additionally, they approved a Remote Homebound Waiver for a special education student, cast votes for the Angelina County Appraisal District Board of Directors, and approved amending the 2025-2026 General Operating budget to fund Phase 2 of the Ag Barn and Vo-Tech Complex renovation project. The financial and investment reports were presented and the investment report was approved.