Katina Rhodes

The board meeting involved several key agenda items, including a review of the 2026 STAAR and EOC comparison districts report and a presentation on the district's financial position as of May 2026. The board discussed budget transfers, amendments for the general fund, and the quarterly investment report. Additionally, the board reviewed the engagement letter for the independent audit, the designation of an officer for tax rate calculations, insurance renewals, and RFP #26-06 for maintenance parts, supplies, and services. Various memoranda of understanding, technology renewals for PowerSchool and Imagine Learning, and the purchase of an AI-enhanced firewall were also addressed.

The board convened for a meeting specifically focused on the superintendent's evaluation. The agenda included an open forum for public comments, followed by a closed session to conduct a private consultation with the board's attorney, discuss the purchase or value of real property, evaluate the superintendent's performance and employment, and deliberate regarding security devices and personnel.

The Board discussed and approved a new slate of officers and reorganized the board structure. Key actions included the approval of financial items such as budget transfers and amendments, as well as contracts for delinquent tax collection services, eStar subscription renewals, and annual fire inspection services. The Board also authorized the disposal of surplus property, approved professional service contracts with education consulting and student support organizations, amended an architectural agreement, authorized the submission of a waiver for low attendance days, and approved the purchase of network equipment for a campus athletic area.

The board meeting covered a wide range of actions, including the appointment of a Director of CTE & CCMR, the approval of consent items such as budget transfers, instructional materials certification, and the extension of a fuel purchase agreement. Significant project approvals included the intercom system upgrade, replacement of student and administrative devices, a change order for the Wilshire Elementary construction schedule, the purchase of portable buildings for Viridian Elementary, and the procurement of furniture and network equipment for multiple campuses. The board also authorized participation in a bus auction and approved a stipulated sum price for the Bell Manor Elementary replacement campus. Additionally, legislative priorities were discussed, and designations were made for TASB and Education Foundation delegates.

The board conducted a budget workshop to review the 2026-2027 financial outlook and projections. The meeting included the approval of various consent agenda items, such as contract renewals, RFP extensions for custodial supplies and special education therapy services, and equipment purchases. The board also formally approved the 2026-2027 compensation plan, the teacher appraisal calendar, and the designated list of teacher appraisers. Additionally, a contract for cafeteria sound and projector systems for elementary campuses was awarded.