LaQuanta Bivens-Hernandez

The board meeting agenda includes various student and staff recognitions, a Superintendent's report, and presentations regarding college and career readiness models, the upcoming budget, and board continuing education. Action items involve the approval of a construction change order, election-related contracts, and a consent agenda covering project completion, surplus items, technology purchases, various service renewals, budget amendments, and donations. The board will also enter an executive session to discuss legal and personnel matters, including contract approvals for various employees.

The meetings focused on school health policies, wellness initiatives, and compliance with state regulations. Key discussion topics included Senate Bill 12 requirements for mental health and health services, the implementation of the Think Smart youth opioid prevention program, and the promotion of staff and student wellness through various fitness and nutrition programs. Reports were provided on Child Nutrition Program activities, including state audits and new dietary guidelines. Additionally, the council reviewed departmental goals for the 2026-2027 school year, family engagement strategies, and local wellness policy compliance across district campuses.

The Board of Trustees conducted a workshop to review several key operational and facility initiatives. Topics included a presentation on the Texas College and Career Readiness School Models, updates on construction projects such as the VMHS CTE HVAC Chiller Project and safety enhancements under the SAFE Grant, and discussions regarding human resources contracts and budget presentations for the upcoming school year. Additionally, the Board reviewed recent procurement activities and project completions for various elementary and secondary schools across the district.

This document outlines the 2025-2026 Targeted Improvement Plans (TIPs) and Local Improvement Plans (LIPs) for campuses within Mission Consolidated Independent School District identified for school improvement. Developed through comprehensive needs assessments and student performance data analysis, these plans establish student outcome goals, school improvement strategies, and key milestones. The overarching purpose is to implement an ongoing cycle of continuous improvement, enhance student outcomes, and facilitate the exit from school improvement identification for the affected campuses.

The meeting included administrative reports detailing current and projected goals for the next academic year (26-27) across various departments. The Director of Guidance & Counseling reviewed goals including strengthening tiered mental health systems and expanding postsecondary pathways. The Medical Wellness and Social Worker reported on employee well-being initiatives. The Director of the Child Nutrition Program discussed increasing student meal acceptability and recipe development. The Coordinator of FACE/Migrant Services focused on increasing parent participation and improving two-way communication. The Director of Health Services covered goals such as maintaining immunization compliance and expanding opioid awareness training. Finally, the Coordinator of Health and Physical Education reviewed goals related to physical activity metrics and health education programs.