Kimberly Finke

The board meeting included reports on district enrollment, attendance, special education, instruction and learning, business operations, technology, and human resources. Key discussion items included bond project updates, a criminal justice information services audit, the business recognition program, school bus safety legislation, and the review of a bond sale. The board approved the Phase 2 Guaranteed Maximum Price for a construction project and nominated entities for a media honor roll. A closed session was held to discuss personnel matters, including resignations and professional staff contracts, which were subsequently acted upon in open session.

The meeting included student recognition for various achievements including Hosa State Qualifiers, VASE and HLSR Art Students, and Brule Students of the 2nd 9 weeks. Information items covered the Superintendent's update, presenting enrollment and attendance data, Special Education updates, Instruction & Learning initiatives highlighting mid-year progress toward HB3 goals, budget template distribution for 2026-2027, and operational updates concerning facilities, bond project timelines, utility billing, and technology infrastructure. Discussion items included the SHARS Monthly Update, the Navasota ISD Rating for Bond Pricing Date, an upcoming Chamber Banquet update, and the Elementary District Academic A+ Meet. Action items approved included elementary student library books, the Junior High Local Improvement Plan, the Capturing Kids' Hearts Service Agreement, the LIFT contract, and the TEKS Certification and Materials Verification. The Board also approved unopposed candidates for the School Board election and an Order of Cancellation for the May 2, 2026 election. Following a closed session, the board accepted a resignation, approved administrative contract renewals, and approved an extension for one contract.

The meeting commenced with acknowledgements and pledges, followed by no public comments. Information items covered the Superintendent's update including enrollment and attendance figures, Special Education, Athletics, Instruction & Learning, and Business Reports. The Business Report noted the submission of the Mid-Year PEIMS data and the 3rd 6 weeks Summary of Finance estimate. The Operations report detailed activities such as wastewater treatment plant monitoring, utility bill reviews, purchasing, safety fence height extension around the CTE Annex, and ordering new student furniture. The Technology report provided updates on work orders and network status. The Board discussed its upcoming calendar. Action items included the approval of the consent agenda, which covered minutes from previous meetings and finance/tax reports for December 2025. Specific action items involved approving an application for a TEA Delay of Teacher Certification, voting against adopting a state-organized prayer policy, approving a Joint Election Agreement and Order of Election for the May Board Election, approving Calendar A for 2026-2027 with an amendment concerning Texas A&M spring break alignment, and authorizing the issuance of unlimited tax school building bonds, Series 2026. The board also approved the Updated 2026 Public Information Act Calendar. Following a closed session concerning personnel matters and contracts, the board voted not to accept two resignations and not to approve the Superintendent's annual evaluation, but ultimately approved the Superintendent's contract.

The Board meeting included student recognition, a superintendent's update report covering events, enrollment, attendance, and special education, along with instruction & learning and business reports. Updates were provided on child nutrition, operations, human resources, safety, and technology. The board discussed operating procedures, the May 2026 election calendar, and NISD calendar updates. The board also addressed the K-5 Reading Intervention Program. Action items included approving the audit, Phase 2 GMP Bid Approval, the Ballot for 2026 Brazos CAD Board of Directors, Update 126, and the Emergency Staging Site Consent and License Agreement with Entergy Texas. The board entered a closed session to discuss personnel matters, real property, staff resignations and contracts.

This document is the 2025 Federal Report Card for Navasota ISD. It outlines the state accountability system, including minimum student subgroup sizes and long-term goals for academic performance in Reading/ELA, Mathematics, EL Progress, and Graduation Rate, with interim progress measurements extending from 2022-23 through 2037-38. Key focus areas include academic achievement, academic growth, English language proficiency, school quality/student success, teacher qualifications, per-pupil expenditures, STAAR participation, NAEP results, postsecondary enrollment, and chronic absenteeism.