Laura Helm

The board meeting included the swearing-in of a newly elected member and the reorganization of the Board of Trustees. Key agenda items included the approval of an educator preparation program memorandum of understanding, regional service center agreements, budget amendments, and the adoption of the 2026-2027 budget for General Fund, Food Service, and Debt Service. The board also approved a low attendance waiver for specific dates, a staff development waiver for the upcoming school year, and district and campus improvement plan goals. Personnel matters were addressed, and information items were presented, including reports on student discipline trends, a child abuse prevention curriculum, and annual attendance, enrollment, and demographics.

The document outlines the 2026-2027 fiscal year meeting schedule for the Board of Trustees. The calendar includes a series of regular board meetings, budget workshops, and public hearings related to tax rates, school district ratings, and budget adoption. Additionally, the schedule highlights board continuing education opportunities, including professional conventions and leadership institutes, as well as designated student and staff holidays.

The board meeting included the swearing-in of elected members and the postponement of board reorganization. Action items addressed included the approval of several memoranda of understanding for dual credit and college preparation programs, budget amendments, an employee compensation plan, out-of-state travel for junior high students, and the selection of vendors for HVAC system replacement, cafeteria flooring, and a district-wide rekeying project. Revisions were approved for board policies regarding armed security officer presence and delegated authority for employing contractual personnel. Informational reports covered the School Health Advisory Council, early childhood program updates, the parent and family engagement report, budget development, and board operating procedures.

The Board addressed multiple operational and policy matters, including the approval of an auditor for the annual audit, budget transfers, and budget amendments. Action was taken regarding Texas Senate Bill 546 concerning school bus seat belt requirements, amendments to the District of Innovation Plan, and personnel actions involving contract abandonment and certification sanctions. Information items covered the district's holistic well-being report, intent to apply for federal funds, a quarterly investment report, the facility cycle expense plan, and proposed revisions to board policies regarding security and contractual personnel employment. Finally, the Board received reports on board member continuing education requirements, individual campus updates, and a strategic plan quarterly update.

This document outlines the 21st Century Learning Plans for WL Kissam Intermediate School, focusing on preparing students for independent, lifelong learning within a student-centered environment. The plan's core objectives are to establish a digital learning environment that integrates 21st-century technologies, fosters critical thinking, and addresses students' social-emotional needs. It also aims to deliver meaningful, standards-aligned learning experiences that promote student choice, real-world relevance, and the development of essential soft skills.