Mistie Dakroub

The board received the Superintendent's Report covering student achievements in history competitions, enrollment, and district revenue metrics. Action items included approval of a grant-funded LIFT position, the 2026-2027 Academic Calendar, and delegation of waiver submission authority to the Superintendent for remote conferencing, professional development minutes, and low attendance days. The board also authorized various capital improvement projects, including parking lot updates, new security alarm systems, Ag department equipment purchases, HVAC system replacements, and facility renovations. Additional approvals were granted for the 2026-2027 instructional materials certification survey and teacher contracts discussed during a closed session, along with budget considerations for bus safety upgrades.

The Board meeting included recognition of the Cross-Country team, a Superintendent's Report with updates on upcoming events, enrollment, and revenue. A public hearing was held for the FIRST Report, highlighting the district's financial integrity rating. The board discussed and considered completing the Delay of Certification Application and the Target Improvement Plan (TIP) for Cameron Junior High. The Final Intercom System Replacement at Ben Milam campus was discussed and tabled for a later date. Additionally, the board discussed and considered TASB Policy Update 126, adopting all Local policies as presented.

The meeting commenced with a closed session hearing regarding a Parent's FNG (LOCAL) Level Three Appeal, which the Board subsequently denied. The Superintendent's Report covered upcoming events, budget updates, TIA designations for 2024-25, proposed dates for the Summer Leadership Institute, a proposed 2026-2027 school calendar based on staff polling, and district tax collection reports. Key actions included approving the consent agenda and adopting Board Goals and Vision Statement. The Board voted against adopting a resolution requiring a period of prayer and Bible reading on campus. A resolution designating non-business days under the Texas Public Information Act for the Christmas break was adopted. The Board accepted the LIFT Grant award and discussed fund allocation. Approval was granted for the Superintendent's Performance Appraisal Instrument. The Board also entered a closed session to discuss administrative contracts.

The Board of Trustees meeting included recognition of the YHS Band for their participation at the State Marching Contest, an overview of upcoming events, and a legal update to Policy CSA. The Financial Audit for the 2024-25 school year was reviewed. The board discussed the Superintendent Performance Appraisal Instrument report and scheduled a date for the final training required. The need for replacing the intercom system at Ben Milam Elementary was discussed and tabled for the next meeting. An Interlocal Agreement with Region 10 for the Multi-Region Purchasing Cooperative for the 2026-27 School Year was approved. The board also approved Chapter 21 contracts after a closed session.

The Superintendent's Report recognized FFA students for competition success and acknowledged all board members for School Board Appreciation Month. Updates were provided on enrollment, and plans for CTE student internship opportunities were discussed. The board approved the consent agenda, which included an amendment to the January 8th minutes. A public hearing was held to discuss the Texas Academic Performance Report for the 2024-25 school year. Action on the Superintendent's Performance Appraisal Instrument was tabled until the February meeting. The board approved a quote for the final Intercom System Replacement at Ben Milam Elementary and approved the TERP Grant application and expenditures for the replacement of six school buses. A resolution for the 2026 School Board Election order to fill two open positions was also approved.