Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Kimberly Somer’s organization
Feb 9, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
East Bernard Independent School District Regular Meeting
The meeting included comments from the Superintendent highlighting student achievements at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Art division. Campus reports detailed activities such as UIL band participation, fundraising efforts, upcoming testing schedules, and updates on spring sports, including the establishment of a new girl's powerlifting team. Maintenance and Operations reported on pipe repairs following a freeze and updates on new buses. The financial report covered bills and the district cash flow statement. A public hearing was held regarding the 2024-2025 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR). The Board voted against the SB 11 Resolution concerning prayer in schools and adopted the East Bernard ISD affirmation of prayer in school. The Consent Agenda covered multiple actions, including ordering the Trustee Election for May 2, 2026, entering into a joint election contract, setting early voting dates, appointing election workers, approving the engagement letter for FY 2026 auditing services with Harrison, Waldrop, and Uherek, LLP, approving a resolution to pay staff for the January 26 ice closure day, approving the 2026-2027 school calendar, and approving a list of new library books. The Board also entered into executive session to discuss personnel positions for 2026-27.
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East Bernard Independent School District Regular Meeting
Key discussions included the Superintendent recognizing the school board and various students for achievements, including UIL Oral Reading performance and State FFA job interview participation. Campus principals provided updates on clubs, tryouts, testing, and upcoming events like the wax museum program and NHS induction. The Athletic Director updated on Spring sports schedules. The Maintenance and Operation Director confirmed the arrival of two new buses. The board reviewed the financial report and cash flow statement. The financial audit for the 2024-2025 school year was presented, resulting in an unmodified opinion with no material weaknesses noted, and was subsequently approved. The board also approved TASB local policy updates (DOI) and a budget amendment to reallocate funds for the purchase of two new buses related to the TERP Grant. During executive session, the board discussed personnel matters, resulting in the approval to extend the Superintendent's contract until June 30, 2029, and the approval of a probationary contract for a junior high teacher.
Dec 8, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
East Bernard Independent School District Regular Meeting
The Superintendent provided updates regarding two high school seniors who were recognized for their accomplishments, the successful implementation of the new elementary curriculum, and upcoming interviews for the child nutrition director/manager position. Campus reports detailed successes across clubs, contests, and drives at the high school, interim testing and teacher incentives at the junior high, UIL results at the elementary level, and updates on fall sports playoffs. The Director of Maintenance and Operations reported on track cracking issues and a minor bus accident. The board reviewed the financial report, including the list of bills and district cash flow. Key actions included the approval of TASB Local Policy Update 126 and a budget amendment to move $4,355.00 from fund balance to general operating for cafeteria equipment upgrades. The board was informed that the district received an 'A' rating ("Superior Achievement") with a score of 100 for the 2024-2025 School FIRST rating. Following discussion on bus seat belt requirements and retrofit costs for the 14-bus fleet, the board concluded it would not be in a financial position to replace buses that do not meet the seat belt requirements at this time, pending further information on a potential grant opportunity.
Nov 18, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
East Bernard Independent School District Special Meeting
The primary discussion topic concerned the consideration of a retention plan expenditure. The Superintendent shared details on the number of district employees and current investment earnings. Following this discussion, the board approved retention plan expenditures of $1000.00 for all employees.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
