Veronica Booth

The meeting commenced with an overview of Clint ISD core values and the School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) structure, noting the requirement for four annual meetings and the recording of sessions. Key presentations covered mental health, emphasizing the impact of social media, human brain development, risks like cyberbullying and grooming, and resources such as the anonymous Tip Line and 'Take It Down.' Attendees received Child Identification Kits. The Child Nutrition Program updates included announcements regarding Menu Planning Committee Meetings for different areas, the allowance of whole and 2% milk under new Federal Guidance, and the expansion of smoothies and parfaits across all schools. A limited-time offer, Spicy Chicken & Street Corn Macaroni and Cheese, was sampled by attendees.

The Public Hearing Meeting centered on the presentation of the 2024-2025 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR). Key discussion points included the district's accountability ratings, STAAR performance data, attendance rates, and College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) indicators. Financial details, including revenues, expenditures, and tax rates from the 2023-2024 fiscal year, were presented. The session also reviewed the district's accreditation status, progress toward Board-adopted HB3 goals (specifically in early literacy and mathematics), and reports on violent or criminal incidents. There were no participants during the Public Forum dedicated to the TAPR.

The meeting commenced with a Roll Call and established a quorum. A presentation celebrated the Board of Trustees, featuring a performance of the National Anthem by the High School All Region Choir. The Public Forum included comments regarding a potential partnership between Apaches and Cowboys Spirit Gardens. The Superintendent recognized January as School Board Appreciation Month and noted the opening of the Senior Scholarship Foundation application. Administrative reports covered Monthly Investment Reports for December 2025, Human Resources new hire reports for January 2026, the Facilities and Construction Services December 2025 Monthly Report, and the Technology and Information Services January 2026 Monthly Enrollment Report. The Consent Agenda included the approval recommendation for various contract negotiations related to E-Rate services (UPS, High Speed Internet, Wireless Upgrades, WAN), approval of a budget amendment for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, approval of a donation for the Clint Junior High School Band, and the approval and adoption of the Final Proposed Library and Instructional Resource Acquisition List. An action item was passed to move a consultation with Legal Counsel regarding Board Officer Nominations from Closed Session to Open Session for an action item, followed by a successful motion to restructure the Board Officer positions. The Board recessed to Closed Session to deliberate on governance considerations, legal parameters, and personnel matters, reconvening to Open Session without taking further action on those items.

Key discussions during this Regular Board Meeting included the presentation of the 2024-2025 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR) and the 2023-2024 Financial Actual Report, highlighting academic performance, CCMR rates, and financial standards compliance. Administrative reports covered monthly investment, new hires, facilities, and enrollment data. The Consent Agenda addressed amendments to the 2025-2026 Budget, approval of the 2026-2027 Academic Calendar for the Early College Academy, approval of Low Attendance Waivers for inclement weather days, and the adoption of the Final Proposed Library and Instructional Resource Acquisition List. The Action Item involved the approval of the 2024-2025 Annual Financial Report, which included a detailed review of revenues, expenditures, per pupil costs, and fund balance. The Board also recessed into a Closed Session to consult with legal counsel regarding parent custody complaint concerns and to discuss board governance and training, specifically finalizing a date for the Team of Eight Board Workshop.

The meeting included the formal acknowledgment of the 2025 Clint ISD Holiday Art Card Contest Winners and Superintendent comments wishing the community a joyful holiday break. Administrative reports covered November 2025 investment reports, the December 2025 report on new professional and support staff hires, the November 2025 Facilities and Construction Services Monthly Report, and the November 2025 Monthly Enrollment Report. The consent agenda involved the approval of budget amendments for the 2025-2026 fiscal year to realign expenditures, approval of donations for elementary schools and the Ricardo Estrada Middle School Band, recommendations to negotiate and award contracts for Combi Ovens and Tilt Skillets via RFP, approval of Change Order #01 for the CECA Parking Lot and Site Improvements Project, approval of final payment for the MVHS Site Improvements Project, approval of the Memorandum of Understanding with The University of Texas at Austin -- OnRamps for the 2025-2026 Academic Year, and the approval and adoption of the Final Proposed Library and Instructional Resource Acquisition List in compliance with Texas Senate Bill 13. During the closed session, updates on the Intruder Detection Audit and the Superintendent's Annual Evaluation were discussed, leading to the action in open session to approve the Superintendent's annual evaluation.