Kentrel Lamon Phillips

The meeting featured various spotlights honoring staff, students, and athletics. The Board convened in executive session to discuss real property, personnel matters, and consultation with the attorney. Key agenda items included the approval of a shared services agreement with the Crowley ISD Regional Day School Program for the Deaf and revisions to the Employee Compensation Manual. Additionally, the Board updated District goals, mission statements, and core values, and established the 2026-2031 Lone Star Governance goals and monitoring calendar. The superintendent provided updates on intruder detection audit findings and upcoming graduation and leadership events. Furthermore, the meeting included reports on bond projects, the budget overview for 2026-2027, financial performance, and student outcome goals.

The board meeting included a spotlight segment recognizing student and staff achievements. In executive session, the board discussed real property, personnel matters, and consultation with legal counsel. Consent items approved included tax reports, bills, budget amendments, and a canine service agreement. The board moved to approve the nonrenewal of a 2025-2026 employee contract and authorized an agreement for the purchase and installation of a weapon detection sensor system. Furthermore, the board cancelled the upcoming Place 5 and Place 6 elections due to the receipt of certifications for unopposed candidates, subsequently declaring those candidates elected. The meeting also featured a superintendent's report on upcoming district events and a review of financial reports, investment data, seat belt requirements, and district safety measures.

The board addressed several key items, including the naming of district facilities, the adoption of a new student dress code, and the approval of the 2026-2027 ESC Region 11 annual services contract. A public hearing was conducted regarding special education reporting. The board reviewed and took action on personnel matters, including contract nonrenewals, terminations, and contract abandonment complaints. Additionally, the session included an instructional materials allotment certification, financial and safety reports, and a deliberation on a level three grievance appeal.

The E. Ray Elementary Parent Involvement Plan is designed to comply with Title I federal funding requirements and Everman ISD policy, focusing on enhancing educational success for all students. It centers on six core goals: ensuring effective two-way communication with parents, developing programs for active parent involvement and participation, supporting parent engagement in learning activities at home and school, forging true partnerships with families and the community, providing lifelong learning and training opportunities for parents, and establishing accountability for the plan's implementation and annual evaluation. The plan aims to promote active parent and guardian involvement to enhance the success of students within the district.

This Integrated Communications Plan for Everman Independent School District aims to create a unified culture that promotes district success by fostering a positive perception and building community relationships through effective internal and external communication platforms. The plan is designed to achieve strategic objectives, strengthen stakeholder relationships, provide clear direction for messaging, and accurately represent the district to its audiences. It focuses on comprehensive strategies covering public relations, media relations, community relations, crisis management, and the utilization of various communication channels to enhance parent, student, and community engagement.