Lizeth Carroll

The meeting began with establishing a quorum and pledges, followed by the Superintendent's Report and District Recognitions, including commendations for Christmas Giveaway Sponsors, Teacher Externship Participants, and students achieving perfect attendance and Honor Roll status, as well as recognizing EPCC December Graduates and security certification recipients. The session included a public hearing for the TAPR Report, presentations on PK-8 Fall Benchmark Results and December EOC Results, and a review of the Tornillo PK-8 and Tornillo High School Climate Surveys for Fall 2025, alongside a review of the Board's Time Use Tracker. Key actions involved approving a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Sul Ross State University, approving the use of EAF Grant Funds for 11th and 8th Grade College Trips, approving the MOU for the Go Green Initiative Grant, and approving related stipends. A motion to table the approval for the Application Submission for Delay of Teacher Certification Requirements was passed. Discussion occurred regarding possible dates for Team of 8 Training. The Consent Agenda, excluding TASB Policy Manual Update 126 which was tabled, was approved, covering previous minutes, donations, and the 2026-2027 Budget Timeline. Financial Reports for December 2025, the Quarterly Investment Report ending December 31, 2025, and updates on Immunization, Migrant Education Program, and Human Resources were presented as information only.

The strategic plan for Tornillo Independent School District aims to significantly improve student performance on STAAR/EOC subjects, targeting 65% at the meets level by 2029, with an incremental annual increase from 35% in 2024. This will be achieved through key strategies focusing on effective and well-supported teachers, cultivating a positive school culture, and implementing a high-quality, standards-aligned curriculum supported by robust assessments and professional development.

This document outlines Tornillo ISD's strategic goals aimed at increasing the percentage of seniors graduating College, Career, or Military ready from 2024 to 2029. The plan focuses on key strategies including the integration of technology in instructional and administrative programs, providing continuous professional development for staff, and preparing and supporting students through informed curriculum choices, college prep exams, and various pathways for post-high school success. The ultimate vision is to achieve 100% readiness by August 2029.

This strategic plan outlines the district's commitment to increasing the percentage of seniors who are College, Career, or Military ready from 95% in 2024 to 100% by June 2029. It further aims to expand Academic Achievement indicators in the Closing the Gaps Domain, targeting an increase from 1 in 2024 to 14 by 2029. Key strategies focus on providing staff training for dyslexia, implementing accelerated education programs for at-risk students, and supporting various categories of at-risk students as identified by PEIMS.

This strategic plan outlines the Tornillo Independent School District's commitment to significantly improve student performance on STAAR/EOC subjects, aiming for an increase from 35% in 2024 to 65% by 2029. Key strategies focus on ensuring effective and well-supported teachers through strong leadership, development, and hiring practices; cultivating a positive school culture via supportive services, facility improvements, and positive recognition; and implementing a high-quality, standards-aligned curriculum supported by professional development and robust resources. The plan is designed to enhance student outcomes, improve reading levels, and decrease learning gaps.