Michele Blackmon

The Board conducted public hearings on the School FIRST Rating and the revised tax rate ordinance for the school district. An executive session was held to discuss legal and personnel matters. The Board recognized Lone Star Degree recipients and received updates on the bond, accountability, strategic planning, and student enrollment. Official actions included the approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with TVCC, the adoption of a revised tax rate ordinance, a resolution for a good cause exception for armed security officer requirements, changes to special education operating procedures, and the approval of TASB staffing review information. Additionally, the Board authorized payments for the Super Net II Consortium, local teacher certifications, and the acceptance of a donation from the Athletic Booster Club.

The Board recognized the UIL Academic Team and received a bond update, as well as presentations on the first public bond account, preliminary budget projections for the upcoming school year, and accounts payable. Employment decisions were made for an Assistant Principal and an Assessment and Accountability Coordinator. The Board approved the purchase of real property, a one-year renewal contract for food services, a low attendance waiver, and multiple student trips to Orlando. Additionally, several new teaching and coaching positions were approved for various campuses, along with the adoption of an OER transition plan, athletic insurance, and the Superintendent's appraisal instrument. The meeting concluded with reports regarding summer board training and upcoming graduation events.

The Board meeting included the recognition of Employee of the Year representatives, spotlighting of school campus programs such as the Garden Club and Dudes with Dads, and a presentation on the district's E-Sports program. The Board authorized the superintendent to submit a waiver for missed school days, reviewed financial information, and approved various consent agenda items, including a dual credit partnership agreement. Additionally, the Board handled professional contract renewals for teachers and administrators, authorized a donation for playground equipment, approved an Open Education Resources transition plan, approved the certification of instructional materials, authorized the purchase of furniture for the new auditorium, and approved an athletic training contract with Christus Mother Frances. Finally, the Board approved an educational planning guide amendment, a strategic plan agreement, and the purchase of instructional learning materials.

The board conducted an executive session to deliberate on personnel matters, followed by a recognition segment for Chandler Intermediate School and the board's service during School Board Appreciation Month. Key administrative actions included the review of accounts payable, the approval of a teacher certification waiver, the adoption of various updated local district policies, and the approval of a memorandum of understanding with U.T. Tyler regarding student interns. Additionally, the superintendent provided an update on upcoming board training sessions.

This Wellness Plan implements federal requirements for a school wellness policy, aiming to promote student health and combat childhood obesity. It establishes goals for nutrition promotion and education, including sharing nutritional information and fostering healthy eating behaviors. The plan also outlines objectives for physical activity, ensuring safe and developmentally appropriate fitness opportunities for all students, and addresses other school-based activities to enhance student and family wellness through appropriate meal times and community involvement. It mandates compliance with USDA child nutrition programs and Smart Snacks standards, while emphasizing stakeholder engagement and periodic evaluation.