The Houston Independent School District School Board Meeting
The board meeting agenda covered a wide range of reports and action items, including an audit report, updates on goal and constraint progress measures related to student achievement and district operations, and a report on the implementation of the personal communication device policy. Significant agenda items included the approval of the 2026-2027 district budget, budget amendments, various resolutions regarding investments and financial policies, and the authorization of interlocal agreements for dual enrollment and student pipeline programs. The board also addressed personnel matters, real estate transactions, and safety audits in closed session, and reviewed proposed revisions to several board policies.
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Houston Independent School District Audit Committee Minutes
The committee reviewed the status of the internal audit plan, including the delivery of five completed audit projects and the upcoming risk assessment for the next fiscal year. Updates were provided on follow-up testing of previous audit observations, noting that several remain open and are pending validation. The committee reviewed draft reports on the ProCard program and contract administration, identifying high-risk areas in transaction limits and merchant codes, as well as moderate-risk areas in invoice payment timeliness and contract documentation. Additionally, the committee discussed the implementation timeline for the new Oracle information management system and held confidential sessions regarding IT and internal audit project updates.
Mar 16, 2026·Board meeting
Houston Independent School District Audit Committee Meeting
The Audit Committee reviewed draft reports on maintenance and repairs, and employee selection and onboarding. The maintenance and repairs audit identified issues with work order processes, inventory tracking, and system data integrity, with planned improvements tied to a new database system transition. The human resources audit highlighted inconsistencies in rehire eligibility, payroll verification, and interview documentation, with management actively working on corrective measures. Additionally, the committee received an update on the status of prior audit action plans and held confidential discussions regarding internal penetration testing results and a risk assessment plan.
Jan 23, 2026·Strategic plan
Houston Independent School District AI Guidebook 2035
This document outlines the Houston Independent School District's comprehensive strategy and guidelines for engaging with generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology. It focuses on ethical, safe, and learner-centered adoption by promoting AI literacy, ensuring academic integrity, prioritizing data privacy and security, and fostering equitable access for all stakeholders. The strategy aims to enhance learning, prepare students for future careers by developing vital 2035 competencies, and increase staff efficiency, all while mitigating associated risks.
