Texarkana Independent School District

The board conducted an oath of office ceremony for new members, recognized various student achievements in academic and extracurricular programs, and received updates regarding dual credit, the Digital Academy of Texas, and class of 2026 milestones. The Board elected new officers for the upcoming school year and held a public forum. Key approvals included monthly financial reports, various vendor proposals for building and services, Partners in Education donations, policy revisions including FDA(LOCAL), an amended District of Innovation Plan, school calendars for the 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 terms, and the 2026-2027 budget. Additionally, the board processed personnel resignations, retirements, and new assignments.

The board meeting included the administration of the Oath of Office to newly appointed board members and the recognition of various students for their achievements in academics, leadership, and extracurricular competitions. The Board held an election for its officers for the upcoming school year. Special reports were presented regarding the Texas High School graduating class statistics and an introduction of the Digital Academy of Texas team. The board approved various consent agenda items, including financial reports, expenditures, a budget revision, the District of Innovation Plan, and updates to the school calendar. Furthermore, the Board accepted the second reading of the budget for the upcoming fiscal year and approved a resolution regarding Texas Senate Bill 546 reporting requirements. Personnel matters, including staff resignations, retirements, and new assignments, were also reviewed.

The Board of Trustees convened for a special called meeting to review election returns and formally canvass the results of the recent trustee election. The board officially declared the election winners for District 2, District 4, and the At Large Place 7 position, confirming their respective terms.

The Board of Trustees conducted a public forum with no participants. Additionally, the Board approved the order canvassing returns and declaring the results of a trustee election.

This District of Innovation Plan for Texarkana ISD outlines strategies to enhance local control and operational flexibility under HB 1842 by seeking exemptions from specific state statutes. The plan focuses on areas such as employment contracts, teacher certification, specialized teacher evaluations, school start dates, inter-district student transfers, class size limits, school counselor work time, student discipline for minor offenses, visitor removal policies, and banking depository contracts. These measures are designed to provide the district with greater adaptability in staffing, academic programming, student management, and administrative functions.