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Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Dekalb
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
898
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
4816570
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
3
Mascot
School mascot.
Bears
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
122.28
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
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Latest Budget Year
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Dekalb Independent School District
This District of Innovation Plan outlines how DeKalb Independent School District leverages its designation to gain flexibility from state regulations. It details specific exemptions and local guidelines for areas such as Uniform School Start Date, Class Size Limits for Grades PreK-4, Probationary Contracts for Experienced Educators, Local Educator Certification Requirements, Local Teacher Appraisal Systems for Specialized Staff, Bank Depository Contract Terms, and Inter-District Transfer Revocation Standards. The plan aims to empower the district to tailor educational programs, staffing models, and operational procedures to better serve the unique needs of its students and community, ensuring flexibility while upholding fundamental state obligations.
The District of Innovation Plan for DeKalb Independent School District establishes a framework for greater local control and flexibility by leveraging the District of Innovation designation under HB 1842. The plan outlines specific exemptions from state statutes to enhance decision-making over educational and instructional models. Key focus areas for flexibility include adjusting the uniform school start date, managing class sizes, modifying employment contracts and teacher certification requirements, adapting teacher evaluation processes, adjusting School Health Advisory Council meeting frequencies, extending bank depository contract terms, and revising inter-district transfer allowances. The plan aims to empower the district to innovate and customize educational programming to better serve its students and community.
The board conducted a public hearing regarding the State Compensatory Education Effectiveness Evaluation. Key agenda items included the approval of the custodial and maintenance agreement with TSSC Enterprises and Construction, an interlocal agreement for property insurance with Texas Political Subdivisions, a memorandum of understanding with the Health and Human Services Commission for a health curriculum, and the 2026-2027 School Safety Officer Guardian List. The board also approved rescheduling the upcoming regular board meeting and reviewed various administrative reports, including updates on district enrollment, budget projections, accountability ratings, and standardized testing progress.
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