Megan Becker

The meeting is to discuss the school district's budget and proposed tax rate. The discussion includes a comparison of the proposed budget with last year's budget, covering maintenance and operations, debt service, and total expenditures. It also involves a comparison of proposed tax rates with last year's rates, the levy on the average residence, and fund balances.

The District Improvement Plan focuses on increasing leadership effectiveness and teacher quality through systematic supports, fostering a fun and nurturing district climate, developing competitive academic and athletic departments, and maintaining fiscal integrity. Key strategies include professional development, incentives for student achievement and attendance, enhanced athletic programs, and long-term financial planning. The plan sets specific goals for third-grade reading and math proficiency by 2029, as well as achieving 100% college, career, and military readiness among graduates by 2029.

The 2024 Federal Report Card for Wellman-Union School outlines the state accountability system, long-term goals, and progress measurements for all students and subgroups. Key areas of focus include academic performance in reading/ELA and mathematics, English learner progress, and graduation rates. The report details campus ESSA goals, indicators for school differentiation, and methodologies for identifying underperforming schools. It also covers student achievement by proficiency level, STAAR participation, civil rights data, teacher quality, per-pupil expenditure, and statewide NAEP results.

The Wellman Union CISD High-Quality Prekindergarten (HQPK) Family Engagement Plan aims to build partnerships between the school, families, and the community to support the success of prekindergarten students. The plan focuses on several key components: facilitating family-to-family support through inclusive communication; establishing a network of community resources through partnerships and events; increasing family participation in decision-making processes; equipping families with tools to enhance learning at home; providing ongoing professional development for educators on culturally responsive family engagement strategies; and evaluating family engagement efforts for continuous improvement. The plan emphasizes culturally and linguistically appropriate practices to ensure all families feel supported and involved in their children's education.

The 2019-2020 Strategic Plan for Wellman-Union Independent School District focuses on improving academic performance, increasing leadership effectiveness and teacher quality, improving school climate, and maintaining fiscal integrity. Specific areas of focus include improving student performance on state assessments (STAAR) in reading, math, writing, science, and social studies; increasing the percentage of students meeting college readiness benchmarks; enhancing teacher quality through professional development; improving school safety and security; increasing family and community engagement; and ensuring responsible budget management. The plan outlines various strategies to achieve these goals, including implementing Response to Intervention (RTI), providing targeted instruction for English Language Learners (ELLs) and special education students, upgrading technology, and enhancing communication with parents and the community.