Zapata County Independent School District

This document outlines strategic goals focused on providing innovative, relevant, and high-quality learning opportunities for all students to achieve college, career, and military readiness. A primary performance objective is to improve student academic achievement on state assessments, specifically STAAR accountability Domains I, II, and III. The core strategy involves the implementation, monitoring, and adjustment of the district curriculum, ensuring instructional strategies and resources are accessible and effective for all students, with adjustments based on performance data and teacher feedback. Expected outcomes include increased student performance in STAAR-tested areas and on TELPAS.

The Board meeting included discussions on financial reports, specifically the child nutrition fund, general operating fund, and debt service fund, alongside a tax collection report and a donation report highlighting support for migrant and McKinney-Vento families. Action items addressed the approval of various contracts and purchases, including services from Region 1 ESC, maintenance for athletic turf, and track and field equipment. Furthermore, the Board adopted the TASB policy update 126 and held an executive session.

The board meeting included recognitions for various middle school sports teams, including the football and cross country teams, as well as the celebration of principal appreciation month. Financial reports were presented covering child nutrition, general operating funds, debt service, and tax collections. Additionally, the board received an update on the mentor program allotment, which focuses on supporting new teachers through professional development, mentorship, and ongoing coaching to improve instructional practices and student outcomes.

The meeting commenced with a public hearing regarding the district's financial accountability rating, where it was confirmed that the district received an A rating for superior achievement. Following the hearing, the board meeting included recognition of student athletes from the volleyball, cross country, and tennis teams for their recent district and area achievements. Additionally, the legal team provided an update on tax collection efforts, detailing the number of payment plans, filed lawsuits, and judgments disposed of during the past year.

The board held a special meeting to discuss and take action regarding a voluntary retirement agreement for the chief of police. Following an executive session, the board opened a public hearing to review the retirement payment, which included a lump sum to be paid to resolve employment matters and avoid future legal expenses. The board deliberated on the circumstances surrounding the agreement, including the withdrawal of pending grievances and information requests, before voting to approve the retirement agreement and adjourning the meeting.