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Aug 4, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Board of Directors of South Texas ISD Regular Meeting
The Board of Directors held a regular meeting covering numerous administrative and operational agenda items. Executive session discussions included personnel matters for the 2026-2027 school year, internal audit findings, a student-related matter, and a Level III grievance. In open session, the Board approved professional staff recommendations, addressed teacher resignation issues, authorized legal actions regarding grievances, and approved several consent agenda items covering construction projects, financial reports, budget amendments, and policy updates. Additionally, the Board received reports on Advanced Placement scores, CTE programs, construction progress, and district enrollment projections, and nominated a candidate for the Cameron County Appraisal District Board.
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Board of Directors of South Texas ISD Regular Meeting
The board meeting covered a wide range of operational, financial, and personnel items. Key discussions included the appointment of a new board member and the administration of the Oath of Office, the approval of consent agenda items, and committee reports from Buildings and Grounds, and Finance and Operations. Specific actions taken included the approval of schematic designs for the New Rising Scholars Academy, approval of HVAC renovation procurement, contract awards for intercom replacements, approval of various donations, and the extension and initiation of numerous Request for Proposals (RFPs). Additionally, the board approved budget revisions for renovation projects, the use of Mackenzie Scott funds for the Dual Enrollment Automotive Program, and lease revenue bond underwriting. Personnel matters, including employment recommendations for the 2026-2027 school year, grievance discussions, and the approval of legal services contracts, were addressed in both open and executive sessions.
May 26, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Board of Directors of South Texas ISD Regular Meeting
The agenda for this meeting includes a hearing on the proposal of non-renewal of professional staff, approval of curriculum waivers for professional development, and updates on various construction and renovation projects including the Science Academy CTE expansion and intercom replacements. Financial items include the review of district inventory, approval of several monetary donations, and payment applications for various capital projects. Additionally, the board will discuss policy updates regarding investment officers, district bank resolutions, student recruitment marketing, and professional staff reporting. Further actions involve approving out-of-district travel for students and staff, special program reports, and personnel matters to be deliberated in executive session.
May 12, 2026·BoardMeeting
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South Texas ISD Safety and Security Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee received departmental updates regarding the introduction of a new K9 unit, increased traffic enforcement in school zones, and compliance with the HB33-Uvalde Strong Act, including active shooter training and emergency planning. Furthermore, the committee reviewed the results of the 2025-2026 TEA Intruder Detection Audit conducted across campuses, noting zero findings, while identifying vaping as a frequently reported issue.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
