Hays Consolidated Independent School District

The meeting included a Call to Order to establish a quorum, the reading of the Mission Statement and Social Contract, and a Public Forum where two individuals addressed the Board regarding safety concerns and Federal Agent protocols. The Board adjourned to Closed Session to deliberate on safety/security and personnel matters, reconvening afterward. Key discussions involved the Superintendent's Report on enrollment, ADA, and weather updates. The Consent Agenda covered continuation of Speech Services and Special Education Evaluation Services, and budget amendments. Action items included deliberations on proposed revisions to the Employee Compensation Plan, Class Size Exceptions (with specifics pending), adoption of the Order for the May 2, 2026 Trustee election, adoption of Attendance Boundary Changes for 2026-2027, and approval of Bond-funded purchases for computer upgrades and Guaranteed Maximum Prices for construction projects at High School #4 and McCormick Middle School. Information items included updates on District Safety & Security Initiatives (specifically the No Student ID / No Ride Home process), Bond/Construction Projects, Financial Statements, and Quarterly Investment Report. First Readings were held for proposed revisions to Local Policies CW (Naming Facilities), FC (School Attendance Areas), GR (Communication with External Elected Officials), and TASB Policy Update 126. The meeting concluded with a final Closed Session for the Superintendent's Formative Evaluation.

The meeting included a public hearing where information was presented by the Interim Director of Assessment and Accountability, followed by dialogue with board members. The board adjourned to closed session to deliberate on safety and security matters, the Superintendent's employment recommendations, and the Superintendent's formative evaluation progress report. Upon reconvening, the Superintendent reported a district closure scheduled for the following day due to inclement weather. Key actions taken during the meeting included the approval of the consent agenda, which involved proclaiming February as Career and Technical Education Month and approving continuations for Speech and Special Education Evaluation Services, as well as approving Joint Election Agreements. Action items involved approving the hiring of new Principals and Directors, approving revisions to the Employee Compensation Plan, approving Class Size Exceptions, adopting the order for the May 2026 trustee election, adopting revisions to Local Policy FC (School Attendance), adopting proposed Attendance Boundary Changes for the 2026-2027 School Year, approving computer purchases funded by the 2025 Bond, approving the Guaranteed Maximum Price for Comprehensive High School #4, approving Guaranteed Maximum Price 2 for additions/renovations at McCormick Middle School, and adopting revisions to Local Policy CW (Naming Facilities) and Local Policy GR (Communication with External Elected Officials). The board also adopted TASB Policy Update 126 affecting local policies. Information items included updates on Safety & Security Initiatives, Bond/Construction Projects, Financial Statements, and the Quarterly Investment Report.

The Regular Meeting included a Closed Session to deliberate on safety and security, personnel matters, and real property discussions. Following the closed session, key topics included the Superintendent's report with enrollment updates and accolades, and a presentation by Population and Survey Analysts (PASA) regarding demographics. Action items approved by the Board included a resolution authorizing the sale of surplus real property, adoption of the 2024-2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Audit Report, acceptance of the certified property tax levy roll for 2025, and adopting a resolution to discontinue participation in the TRS ActiveCare Health Program. Furthermore, the Board approved the design-to-date for 2025 Bond additions and renovations at Fuentes Elementary School and Wallace Middle School, adopted Amendment 7 to the District of Innovation Plan, and approved purchases for network switches, security fencing at Hays High School and Johnson High School, weight room equipment, and FF&E for renovations at Hemphill Elementary School and Simon Middle School. An agreement regarding Offsite Infrastructure and Utility Joint Development for Comprehensive High School #4 was also approved. Information items included a discussion of the Districtwide Intruder Detection Audit Report findings and an update on Bond, Construction, and Renovation Projects.

The primary purpose of this Special Meeting was to conduct a Level III Grievance Appeal Hearing, pursuant to Board Policy DGBA and relevant Texas Government Codes concerning personnel matters and consultation with legal counsel. Following the Closed Session deliberation, the Board took action on the grievance. The motion passed by a vote of 3 to 2 to grant the remedy requested by the grievant, contingent upon the administration's weekly determination that the buses in question continue not to be fully used at capacity. The remedy was otherwise denied based on the administration's weekly capacity monitoring.

This document outlines proposed adjustments to Hays CISD elementary and middle school attendance zones for the 2026-2027 school year. The primary goal is to alleviate overcrowding at Sunfield, Buda Elementary Schools, and McCormick Middle School, while optimizing capacity utilization at Carpenter Hill, Elm Grove Elementary Schools, and Dahlstrom Middle School. The proposal details specific zone changes and clarifies the impact on current and new students, including options for campus attendance and transportation.