Sam Houston State University

The board meeting agenda includes a review of superintendent updates and reports, specifically covering enrollment updates for the current fiscal year, the financial report, progress on the new campus site, academic performance trends, and staffing and recruitment for the upcoming school year. The board will also engage in a discussion regarding board member terms and may conduct an executive session to address various legal, property, personnel, and security-related matters. Furthermore, the meeting includes action items for the annual certification of instructional materials and the establishment of a board member nominating committee.

The board reviewed updates regarding fiscal enrollment and financial reports, including projections and grant utilization. Presentations covered the Texas Academic Performance Report and the Texas Charter School Performance Framework. Progress updates were provided for a new campus site and technology acquisitions. The board authorized the opening of a new campus at the Klein location, including the execution of a lease agreement, and approved technology purchases that exceeded the micro-purchase threshold, contingent upon university authorization.

This plan establishes annual targets to enhance early literacy and mathematics outcomes for students. It primarily focuses on increasing the percentage of Grade 3 students meeting or exceeding grade level on STAAR Reading and Mathematics assessments, with specific targets set from 2025 to 2029. The plan also emphasizes continuous monitoring of student progress in earlier grades through various assessments to build strong foundational skills and support ongoing instructional improvement.

This video presents the Regional Student Advisory Committees (RSACs) as a service learning opportunity for future teachers and university students. The initiative, led by Sam Houston State University's Garrett Center in collaboration with the Texas Education Agency, aims to gather feedback from students with disabilities across Texas on transition planning and available resources. The collected student input informs the Texas Education Agency and guides priorities for the student-centered transitions network. The video encourages engagement to develop leadership and communication skills, foster student success in post-secondary education and employment, and ensure students' voices are heard in public education.

The meeting included the Superintendent's updates regarding the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 enrollment projection, which stood at 345 as of October 17, 2025, with a target of 350 by the end of October. Financial reports as of September 30, 2025, were presented, noting that revenue exceeded expenses for September, although federal grants were pending due to a government shutdown. The Board recognized the Bearkats of the Month from the Brighton and Cypress Trails campuses and acknowledged the Charter School's principal for National Principals Month. A staffing update noted one open fourth-grade teacher position. Campus highlights included a visit from the Houston Texans' mascot, Toro. Following an Executive Session, the Board unanimously approved the English as a Second Language Program Evaluation, setting a priority to attain 100% ESL certified teachers and improve TELPAS growth. The Board also unanimously approved the SHSU-CS District Improvement Plan for 2025-26, which emphasizes increased achievements in math and science, elevating Tier 1 instruction, and addressing safety audit recommendations.