Region 16 Education Service Center Board Regular Meeting
The Board approved the cancellation of the 2026 Board of Directors election and authorized updates to Head Start/Early Head Start policies and the grant continuation application. Key actions included the approval of the New Rural Pathway Excellence Partnership (R-PEP) interlocal agreement, acceptance of financial and investment reports, and approval of donations. The board also awarded contracts for conference venues and fiber services, established the meeting schedule and holiday calendar for the upcoming year, and authorized additional personnel positions related to a new grant. The Executive Director provided updates on strategic planning, superintendent vacancies across the region, and feedback from the Texas Education Agency regarding recent site visits.