Malta Independent School District

A public hearing was conducted regarding Malta ISD's 2024-2025 TAPR Report. Key discussions included the approval of a contract extension for principal Jay Wylie through June 31, 2028, and the approval of a list of library and classroom books. The board also authorized the superintendent to apply for a missed school day waiver due to a January ice storm. The superintendent's report noted a current enrollment of 204, provided a financial statement, and highlighted facility needs, specifically the requirement to purchase a new lawn mower, as the current one is 18 years old.

The Malta ISD Board of Trustees convened for a regular session, addressing several key items. The board agreed to table the 2025 Certified Tax roll and levy. The superintendent received approval to apply for the TEA approved AIP Waiver. Furthermore, the board approved the purchase of two AC units for the gym. The purchase of a new sound system for the gym was tabled. All staff members will receive a First Semester Stipend. TASB Policy Update 126 was tabled. The 2025-2026 Goals & Objectives for the District Improvement Plan were approved, along with the purchase of library books and books for a 4th Grade classroom. The Superintendent's report included updates on enrollment, the financial statement, the Fall Festival, the upcoming Veteran's Day Program, facilities, and December board training, as well as the need for new AED's and a lawn mower.

The Board of Trustees of Malta Independent School District addressed several key issues. Action items included determining compliance regarding bus seat belts, invoking a budget-based exception due to estimated equipping costs exceeding the budget, and directing the Superintendent to report compliance status to the Texas Education Agency. The board also approved declining the Senate Bill 11 Resolution. Following an executive session for the superintendent's evaluation, the board approved a contract extension for the superintendent through June 31, 2031. The superintendent's report covered current enrollment figures, the financial statement, and facility updates.

Key discussions included the acceptance of the 2024-2025 Financial Audit conducted by Wilf and Henderson. The board approved rescheduling the January 26, 2026, board meeting to January 22, 2026. The superintendent's report detailed the current enrollment figure of 206, provided the financial statement, and reported on facilities and upcoming events, including the Christmas Program and the schedule for staff workday and student return in early January 2026.

The Malta ISD Board of Trustees convened for a regular session, addressing various key items. A public hearing was conducted to discuss the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) report, where it was revealed that Malta ISD received a perfect score. The board also approved the 2025 Certified Tax Roll and Levy, TASB Policy Update 126, and allocated all six of Malta ISD's votes for the Bowie County Appraisal Board to Robert Sheppard. During the superintendent's report, enrollment figures were shared, the financial statement was presented, and upcoming events and facilities updates were discussed.