Kelly Jones

The committee meeting covered a review of recent TEA intruder detection audit findings for specific campuses, including corrective action requirements such as staff training and procedural updates. Other key topics included the status of the Multi-Hazard Emergency Operations Plan, a proposal to improve the accessibility and storage of Stop the Bleed kits, implementation of uniform exterior door signage, and updates on the district's vulnerability assessment and planned corrective actions. Additionally, the committee discussed drug awareness initiatives, specifically regarding Red Ribbon Week and Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month.

The workshop focused on literacy instructional priorities for the upcoming school year, specifically addressing Savas curriculum implementation, assessment practices, and student data analysis. Discussion centered on the inclusion of Amplify as a supplemental foundational skills resource, redesigning curriculum planning guides to improve coherence and pacing, and aligning writing tasks with formal assessment outcomes. The board also reviewed the district's literacy framework and efforts to support teacher experience and professional decision-making.

The Long-Range Planning Committee (LRPC) is being launched by Georgetown ISD to advise district leaders on future strategic direction, aligning with the district's vision, mission, beliefs, and existing Strategic Blueprint. The plan focuses on addressing challenges related to growth, fiscal responsibility, and facility optimization, while prioritizing student learning experiences and preparing them for the future. Key strategic areas include fostering student learning and progress, promoting student and staff well-being, enhancing staff recruitment and retention, and strengthening community engagement and connectivity.

The document outlines the GISD Teaching and Learning Strategic Framework, focusing on College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR). It identifies key pillars including Wellness, Cultural Awareness, Post-Graduation Awareness and Preparedness, and Leadership Through Service. The framework details year one focus areas for CCMR and outlines a continuous action planning process to foster student readiness and learning.

The Board of Trustees held a workshop meeting to discuss and take action on several key items. Key agenda items included consideration of the Superintendent's contract, approval of an amended compensation plan for the 2025-2026 school year, and a resolution for retroactive compensation for staff following new state legislative funding. Additionally, the meeting included presentations on board goals, instructional priorities, and academic system alignment.