Ingleside Independent School District

The meeting commenced with a Public Hearing on the District Annual Report, which was subsequently closed. Recognition was given to Gwenda Techur for receiving The Family Matters Award, and FCCLA Regional Participants and State Qualifiers were acknowledged. The Superintendent provided updates on the TASA Midwinter Conference, Appraisal District Meeting, and ESC2 Board Conference. Reports included midyear updates on HB3 Early Childhood Reading & Math Goals and a Bond 2025 Update. The Board approved routine consent agenda items, excluding budget amendments since none were present. Action items included calling the May 2, 2026 Board Election for Places 6 and 7, approving the Property and Liability Insurance Renewal, approving the district's refunding order up to $25,385,000 with authority granted to the Superintendent for related documents, determining that the current budget does not support the purchase of eight new school buses equipped with three-point seat belts, and determining not to establish a Daily Prayer Period as outlined in Senate Bill 11.

The meeting included audience participation where a community member thanked the board regarding an election and another spoke about clear backpacks. Report presentations covered the Superintendent's Report detailing the May 2, 2026 Board of Trustees Election dates, the ESC2 School Board Appreciation Dinner, TASA MidWinter Conference, Surface Rights Update, and Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety. Updates were also provided on Property Insurance, Bond 2025, and the Tennis Court Contract. Routine reports included the Check Register, Tax collections, Campus Academic Updates, and the Federal Report Card. Action items involved the approval of Spartkight for Category 1 ERATE Internet Service Provider, the purchase of equipment and installation for Category 2 ERATE Uninterrupted Power Supply, approval of the Updated District Wellness Plan, approval of the District Improvement Plan, and a motion to change the regular board meeting start time to 6:00 pm. The board also entered executive session to discuss personnel matters, including the Superintendent's Mid Year Evaluation, and pending litigation.

The meeting included an opening session with the establishment of a quorum and the call to order. Key agenda items discussed included the Mission Statement focused on family driving academic excellence and educating tomorrow's leaders, and a segment dedicated to Audience Participation where members of the public could address the Board. The final recorded item was a discussion regarding the School Board Appreciation Dinner before the meeting adjourned.

The Gilbert J Mircovich Elementary Campus Improvement Plan serves as a roadmap to foster a safe, positive, and highly-rated learning environment. It focuses on five main goals: preparing students for early childhood success in reading and mathematics, ensuring career and college readiness, improving engagement with students, parents, staff, and community members, maintaining a safe and orderly campus environment, and continuously evolving facilities and technology. The plan aims to prepare students for future success and ensure all individual needs are met.

This Campus Improvement Plan for Leon Taylor Middle School outlines strategies to enhance academic excellence and student outcomes. It focuses on preparing students for success in reading, mathematics, and postsecondary pathways. Key strategic areas include fostering career and college readiness, improving community engagement, maintaining a safe and orderly environment, and evolving facilities and technologies. The plan addresses areas needing improvement such as leadership development and data-driven instruction, aiming to drive academic growth and cultivate future leaders.