Mackee Mason

The agenda includes the approval of a Fidelity Board Resolution and various contracts with entities such as CheckBox Pro, SLP-LV, Skyward, BryComm LLC, and Astounding Auctions. Discussion topics encompass the organization's mission, values, enrollment updates, education reports including TEKS certification, legislative updates, development and facilities reports, and financial reviews. Additionally, the board will deliberate on governance processes, upcoming training and conferences, and hold a closed session to discuss CEO long-term planning and the transition of business operations software.

The meeting agenda includes a finance report with updates on financial services, as well as action items regarding the approval of the FY23 amended budget and the FY24 proposed budget. The board will also engage in a closed session for an attorney consultation.

The board meeting agenda includes items such as a Fidelity Board Resolution, various contract approvals for services including CheckBox Pro, SLP-LV, Skyward, BryComm LLC, and Astounding Auctions. Discussions will cover the organization's mission and values, enrollment status, educational dashboard updates, TEKS certification, legislative and development reports, facilities and salary schedule updates, and financial reviews. Additionally, governance topics such as the officer selection process, training conferences, and long-term CEO planning will be deliberated.

The meeting commenced with introductions among staff and parents. Key discussion points focused on establishing the authority, purpose, and core responsibilities of the School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) as mandated by the Texas Education Code, covering areas such as curriculum guidance, mental health, physical health, and public transparency requirements. The group engaged in procedural exercises to practice making motions, seconding, and voting to approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the previous September 12th meeting. The council then proceeded to adopt a proposed SHAC vision statement and a mission statement, ensuring alignment with the district's mission. A major required action was the formation of the Physical Activity and Fitness Planning Subcommittee, with initial volunteers identified. Preliminary topics for the next meeting, scheduled for January 29, 2026, were discussed, including a presentation from Austin Public Health regarding mental health and human sexuality curriculum strategies.

The meeting commenced with introductions, followed by a review of the School Health Advisory Council's (SHAC) authority, role, and responsibilities as mandated by Texas Education Code Chapter 28.004, focusing on advising the Board of Trustees regarding health curriculum. The council conducted training on parliamentary procedures, agreeing to use unanimous consent for efficiency. The SHAC bylaws were reviewed and adopted. Key discussions included developing and approving the SHAC's collective Vision and Mission statements, which center on establishing a health foundation for academic success and fostering a supportive environment. Furthermore, the required Physical Activity and Fitness Planning Subcommittee was officially formed, and a schedule for future meetings was set, including a follow-up meeting to discuss the Austin Healthy Adolescent (AHA) program and human sexuality curriculum.