Kitt Andrews

The Board of Trustees discussed and acted upon several items including the early childhood literacy and math goals, college, career and military readiness goals, and the Juvenile Justice & Youth Diversion Grant Program application. They approved a resolution to pay employees for time missed during a weather event and accepted donations for the athletic and career technology programs. Additionally, the Board approved Budget Amendment #6, awarded an architectural services contract, established a school schedule alignment, and approved multiple teaching stipends. Human resources actions included approving personnel contracts, leaves of absence, and the appointment of a new Director of Social Studies and a Chief Technology Officer.

The board convened for a Team of Eight workshop. The session included a period for public participation and a closed meeting held in accordance with the Texas Government Code.

The Board of Trustees held a Texas Academic Performance Report Hearing. The session included opening exercises led by students, the introduction of special guests including student festival qualifiers and award winners, and a presentation by district staff regarding the annual report information. The meeting concluded after an opportunity for public participation was provided.

The board meeting agenda covers enrollment reports, budget development updates, and financial statements. Key discussion items include revisions to several board policies, instructional materials such as library books and a contract with Great Minds, and business items including the certification of unopposed candidates, the cancellation of a trustee election, a donation acceptance, and a budget amendment. The board will also address student services regarding bus seatbelts and conduct a closed meeting to deliberate on personnel matters, including contract renewals and administrative appointments, as well as real property discussions.

This Campus Improvement Plan for Deer Park Elementary aims to ensure high levels of learning for all students, staff, and families, with a vision to become a top-performing school statewide. The plan focuses on several key areas: enhancing student growth and academic success, fostering student development including personal responsibility and cooperation, maintaining a safe and secure learning environment, recruiting and retaining highly skilled staff, promoting effective parent and community engagement, and ensuring efficient business and operations.