Nicole Fanning

The meeting included various student and staff recognitions for state-level achievements in competitions, including FCCLA, Culinary Arts, BPA, HOSA, FFA, VASE Art, Yearbook, and UIL athletics. The Board administered the oath of office to trustees and approved the appointment of a new elementary school principal. Information items included the SHAC Annual Report and a policy on library materials procurement. Discussion topics featured a design update for the MHS Gym Addition, the monthly finance report, a technology update, and the Teacher Incentive Allotment. The Board authorized a donation of a sidewalk easement to the City of Woodway, approved the 2026-2027 compensation plan, and conducted personnel actions including new hires, resignations, and transfers. Additionally, the Board underwent its annual reorganization, electing a President, Vice President, and Secretary.

The board approved a guaranteed maximum price for the initial phase of high school facility additions to facilitate site work and utility reconfiguration. The budget for the upcoming school year was adopted, reflecting cost-cutting measures alongside staff compensation increases. Furthermore, the board authorized administration to proceed with the acquisition of approximately 40 acres of land through the approval of two resolutions.

The board meeting focused on several key items including the initiation of bond program improvements across campuses. Additionally, compensation discussions led to the approval of a 2% general pay increase for staff and the highlighting of teacher incentive allotments earned through coaching cycles and improved classroom practice. A new trustee was sworn in, and plans regarding upcoming graduation procedures were reviewed.

The board meeting primarily focused on student and staff recognition across various academic and extracurricular programs. Key discussion topics included the district mission statement as exemplified by the student-built airplane project, the recognition of student achievements in Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), culinary arts, Business Professionals of America (BPA), Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA), and Future Farmers of America (FFA). The meeting also included observations on the state of Texas school funding and acknowledgments of various school appreciation days held throughout May.

The board participated in training regarding the evaluation and improvement of student outcomes led by representatives from ESC Region 12, focusing on oversight of academic achievement and strategic leadership. Additionally, the board conducted closed-session interviews for the position of Board of Trustees, Place VII, and subsequently took action to appoint Stephen Carl to the vacancy.