Lorenzo Independent School District

The board meeting agenda included several reports covering operational, financial, and educational aspects of the district. Key discussion items featured a financial analysis presentation by Government Capital Securities Corporation, a review of Lubbock and Crosby County property values, and a session on the 2026-2027 staffing and compensation plan, followed by a budget workshop. Action items involved the potential reinstatement of board members, reorganization of board officers, procurement decisions for financial advisor and design/construction services related to 2026 bond projects, review of library book requests, and approval of a training service agreement for staff and board members.

The Return to In-Person Instruction and Continuity of Services (RIPICS) Plan by Lorenzo ISD is designed to ensure the safe operation of schools and address the impacts of COVID-19 on students' academic, social, emotional, and mental health needs. Key areas of focus include implementing health and safety guidelines for prevention and mitigation, establishing classroom and campus protocols for continuity of services, and ensuring continuous educational support for learning recovery and social-emotional well-being. The plan also outlines procedures for periodic review, public availability, and specialized considerations for meals, transportation, electives, and special programs.

The board discussed several items, including a report on human resources, the adoption of a revised policy on personal electronic devices in compliance with Texas House Bill 1481, and a proposal to prohibit home school student participation in extracurricular activities under Texas SB 401. Additionally, the board considered payments for the 2025-2026 risk management fund, agreements for instructional support services, and the approval of low attendance waiver days. The meeting also included an executive session for legal consultation and consideration of the superintendent's employment contract.

This plan outlines Lorenzo Independent School District's initiative to become a District of Innovation, providing local control and flexibility from certain provisions of the Texas Education Code. Key focus areas for exemptions include teacher certification, first day of instruction, teacher contract days, probationary contracts, class size ratio, campus behavior coordinator designation, school health advisory council and site-based decision-making committee requirements, inter-district student transfers, and school district depository contracts. The plan aims to better serve stakeholders by increasing freedom, fostering innovative thinking, and tailoring educational programming to meet local needs.

The board meeting agenda includes an executive session to discuss the deployment of security personnel and security devices. Action items for the meeting involve the potential purchase of silent alert technology and hardware, as well as the consideration of purchasing and installing a replacement air conditioning unit for an elementary classroom.