Steve Cooper

The presentation detailed the implementation and outcomes of academic intervention programs designed to assist students with test preparation for the STAR and math EOC examinations. Key discussion topics included the use of small group settings to provide targeted instruction in reading, writing, and mathematics, the adoption of specific test-taking strategies, and the focus on student confidence building. The update also covered the analysis of student performance data to address learning gaps and the overall success of the intervention strategies in improving student academic achievement.

This action plan outlines Huffman ISD's strategy to support teacher certification in response to new legislation phasing out uncertified teachers. The plan focuses on key strategies including leveraging Educator Preparation Program (EPP) partnerships, providing paid tuition for paraprofessionals through the P.A.T.H. program, implementing mentorship and coaching for uncertified teachers, offering a New Teacher Academy, and developing personalized certification plans with regular check-in meetings. The overarching goal is to transition all uncertified teachers in foundational subjects to certified status by the 2029-2030 school year.

The regular board meeting included reports from the Board President, Superintendent, Chief Operations Officer, Tax Office, and Chief Financial Officer, covering topics such as EOC results, technology updates, bond reports, fund reports, and tax revenues. Business and discussion items involved accepting the Single Audit Report for the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year, approving the purchase of furniture for Huffman Middle School, approving change orders for the HHS and HMS Bond Contract with Terracon, and authorizing the Superintendent to contract with TASB for a facilities needs assessment. Additionally, the Board established the Falcons Fight Together Fund and accepted several donations, including significant contributions for the Pond to Purpose project and campus clubs. Authorization was granted to apply for a Criminal Justice Grant. During the closed session, matters concerning legal consultation, real property purchase, personnel discussions (ratification of resignations and employment of personnel), and security personnel review were discussed. In open session, resignations and employment of personnel were ratified and approved, respectively.

The session commenced with a public hearing to review targeted improvement plans for Huffman Elementary (HES), Falcon Ridge (FRE), and Huffman Middle School (HMS), which are slated for submission to the state for approval. The discussion detailed the Texas Education Agency accountability domains (Achievement, Growth, and Relative Performance) used to identify campuses in the bottom 5% (Comprehensive Support Campus - CSI) or requiring Targeted Additional Support. Falcon Ridge and Huffman Elementary were identified as CSI, while Huffman Middle School was identified for Targeted Additional Support. The presentation focused on the strategy centered around Lever 4.1 of the Effective Schools Framework: intensive curriculum and instruction improvements, emphasizing high-quality instructional materials, research-based intervention strategies (RBIS) in mathematics and reading, and alignment with the Effective Schools Framework pillars. Specific actions included the adoption of new math curriculum (I Ready Math and STEM Scopes Math) and the implementation of RLA curriculum (HMH Into Reading). Expected outcomes include increased student mastery and growth, to be measured via MAP assessment data. Updates were also provided on ongoing support mechanisms like the LASSO Strong Foundations planning grant and the Texas Instructional Leadership grant, which serve to address the identified concerns.

This document serves as a comprehensive program guide, detailing various academic endorsements and their associated Programs of Study. It outlines pathways in Business and Industry, Public Services, Arts and Humanities, STEM, and Multidisciplinary fields. The guide provides students with information on course sequences, potential certifications, and opportunities to earn College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) points, thereby supporting their academic and career planning.