Whitney Dudik

The board received the superintendent's report covering school enrollment, staff updates, ongoing construction projects, and reports on the Sentinel School Bus reporting requirements. Action taken included the approval of the school calendar for the 2026-2027 academic year, the cancellation of the upcoming election due to unopposed candidates, and the adoption of a budget amendment. Additionally, the board approved personnel recommendations and contracts, and authorized the superintendent to secure outside legal services for the district.

The board received the Superintendent's report covering enrollment, teacher appreciation, facilities, and construction updates. Key actions included the approval of bill payments, monthly financial statements, and textbook adoption for the upcoming school year. The board also approved a delay of certification action plan, filed a missed school day waiver due to inclement weather, and authorized one-year contract extensions for various administrative staff, including principals, the athletic director, and the business manager. Additionally, the board voted against a state-organized prayer policy and discussed future agenda items such as project updates on the football field, the Ag Barn, and restroom concessions.

The board received the superintendent's report covering various topics including enrollment, bond updates, and committee activities. Action items included the approval of the financial audit report for the fiscal year ending August 31, 2025, the monthly financial statements, and the payment of bills. The board approved infrastructure improvements for the stadium parking area, bus area, and the construction of a gravel road around the Ag barn with a funding limit of $200,000. Additionally, the board approved the calling of the upcoming school board election and the associated joint contract with the county. During a closed session, the board evaluated the superintendent and approved a contract extension and compensation adjustment.

The meeting included a comprehensive superintendent's report covering enrollment statistics, educational programs, facility studies, and construction updates. A public hearing was conducted regarding the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas. Action items included the approval of bills, monthly financial statements, and the amendment of the district's drug testing policy to address potential tampering. Additionally, the board approved the reinstatement of the drill team, authorized the disposition of broadband frequency property, hired a new band director, allocated votes for the NCAD board of directors, and approved policy updates, including adjustments for inflation.

This document is the Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR) for Dawson ISD, detailing academic performance, attendance, graduation, dropout rates, and college, career, and military readiness indicators for the 2024-2025 academic year. It presents statistical data on student achievement across various subjects and grade levels, student information, and staff data.