Ryan Drown

The Board of Trustees held a meeting that included the superintendent's report and various employee recognitions for staff members, teachers, and students from different schools within the district. Specifically, representatives were recognized from Kefir Crossing Middle School and White Oak Middle School for their academic, athletic, and fine arts achievements, as well as outstanding service from support staff. Additionally, the meeting honored a group of retirees for their years of service to the field of education.

The Board discussed and took action on several items, including an out-of-state trip for Infinity Early College High School TAFE, approval of a one-time retention stipend for staff, and the granting of two easements on district property. Additionally, the Board reviewed and approved consent agenda items covering financial, purchasing, administrative, and curriculum matters. The meeting also included reports on delinquent taxes, superintendent updates, and recognized student accomplishments. Personnel matters were addressed following an executive session, and the Board approved the Guaranteed Maximum Price for construction at Porter High School.

This document outlines College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) Proficiency Plans for multiple campuses, including Infinity Early College High School, New Caney High School, Porter High School, and West Fork High School. The plans establish yearly target goals for student achievement and aim to significantly increase the percentage of graduates meeting CCMR criteria and outcomes bonuses for college, career, and military readiness across diverse student groups by 2030. Strategies include tier 1 support, TSI bootcamps, and strategic planning guided by CCMR coordinators.

This document outlines the HB3 Early Childhood Literacy & Math Proficiency Plans, detailing outcome goals for New Caney ISD. It sets targets to increase the percentage of 3rd-grade students scoring at or above grade level on STAAR Reading and Math, as well as the percentage of 1st and 2nd-grade students achieving average or above in the achievement quintile on MAP Growth (Reading and Math). The plan includes specific yearly targets and addresses closing achievement gaps across various student groups, with objectives spanning from 2025 to June 2030.

The Board of Trustees held a special meeting to review a compensation study and participate in a budget workshop. The Board reviewed and accepted a personnel report, as well as approved new job descriptions for the positions of Assistant Superintendent for Facilities and Operations, Director of Purchasing, and Director of Special Education. Additionally, the Board reviewed and approved district organization charts, approved a change in the location and start time for a subsequent regular board meeting, and received a presentation regarding the future consideration of Update 85.