June 9, 2026 Immediately following Board Workshop - Regular Board Meeting
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I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE / MOMENT OF SILENCE |
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II. PUBLIC COMMENT
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III. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
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III.A. District Highlights
Presenter:
Angela D. Dominguez
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IV. PRESENTATIONS
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IV.A. LSG Progress and Accountability Goal 1: GPMS 1.1, 1.2, 1.3
Presenter:
Stephanie Powelson-Garza
Description:
Lone Star Governance Presentation of Goal 1 Math at EOY.
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V. CONSENT AGENDA
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V.A. BUSINESS AND FINANCE
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V.A.a. Approval of the Accounts Payable for May, 2026.
Presenter:
ALFONSO H. PEREZ
Description:
See Exhibits: Accounts Payable Report for the Month of May, 2026.
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V.A.b. Approval of the Financial Statements for April 2026.
Presenter:
ALFONSO H. PEREZ
Description:
See Exhibits: Financial Statements for General Fund, Child Nutrition, Debt Service, Health Insurance, Workers Compensation, and Capital Projects.
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V.A.c. Approval of the Budget Amendments for May 2026.
Presenter:
ALFONSO H. PEREZ
Description:
See Exhibits: Amendments for May 2026.
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V.A.d. Approval of the Report of Monthly Tax Collections for April 2026.
Presenter:
ALFONSO H. PEREZ
Description:
See Exhibits: Monthly Tax Collections of current and delinquent taxes.
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V.A.e. Approve Audit Engagement Letter with Cascos & Associates for 2025-2026.
Presenter:
ALFONSO H. PEREZ
Description:
The financial audit will encompass the basic financial statements for government-wide and fund financial statements, required supplementary information, and other schedules for the DISD for the fiscal year ending August 31, 2026.
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V.A.f. Approval to donate four (4) marquees to the City of Donna Public Works Department.
Presenter:
ALFONSO H. PEREZ
Description:
The donation of marquees to the City of Donna Public Works Department will be utilized to improve communication with the residents across the City of Donna.
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V.A.g. Approval of the Purchase and Installation of Security Cameras System at Bennie La Prade Stadium using Federal Grant Funds.
Presenter:
ALFONSO H. PEREZ
Description:
Donna ISD was awarded federal funding through the COPS School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP) to enhance safety and security across district facilities. As part of this initiative, the district is implementing a security camera system at Bennie La Prade Stadium, a high-capacity venue that hosts athletic events, graduations, and community activities with large attendance.
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V.A.h. Approval to renew ARLU Security Solutions for Request for Proposals (RFP) 051524-798 Access Control System for the 2026-2027 school year.
Presenter:
ALFONSO H. PEREZ
Description:
Donna ISD wishes to exercise the last of the (2) year options as stated on the original bid. The term will be from September 01, 2026, through August 31, 2027. Cost is estimated to exceed $50,000.00
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V.A.i. Approval to renew ARLU Security Solutions for Request for Proposals (RFP) 051524-801 Network Security Cameras for the 2026-2027 school year.
Presenter:
ALFONSO H. PEREZ
Description:
Donna ISD wishes to exercise the last of the (2) year options as stated on the original bid. The term will be from September 01, 2026, through August 31, 2027. Cost is estimated to exceed $50,000.00.
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V.A.j. Approval to renew CPL Pest Control for Request for Proposals (RFP) 052324-803 Termite Treatment Services and other IPM needs District Wide for the 2026-2027 school year.
Presenter:
ALFONSO H. PEREZ
Description:
Donna ISD wishes to exercise the last of the (2) year options as stated on the original bid. The term will be from September 01, 2026, through August 31, 2027. Cost is estimated to exceed $50,000.00.
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V.A.k. Approval to renew Artcom Communications South Request for Proposals (RFP) 050625-849 Fire and Security Alarm Monitoring and Intercom System Inspections and Repair Services for the 2026-2027 school year.
Presenter:
ALFONSO H. PEREZ
Description:
Donna ISD wishes to exercise the first of the (2) year options as stated in the original bid. The term will be from September 01, 2026, through August 31, 2027. Cost is estimated to exceed $50,000.00.
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V.A.l. Approval to renew vendor Benz-Lawn Services for Request for Proposals (RFP) 052125-850 Lawn Care Services for Salazar Eementary, Veterans Middle School,Salinas Elementary and Sauceda Middle School for the 2026-2027 school year.
Presenter:
ALFONSO H. PEREZ
Description:
Donna ISD wishes to exercise the first of the (2) year options as stated in the original bid. The term will be from
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V.A.m. Approval to award vendor Benz Lawn Service for RFP 043026-899 Lawn Care Services for Ochoa, Stainke, Caceres and Rivas Elementary and Solis Middle School for the school year 2026-2027.
Presenter:
ALFONSO H. PEREZ
Description:
Donna ISD issued out a Request for Proposals for Lawn Care Services for Ochoa, Stainke, Caceres and Rivas Elementary and Solis Middle School. With this service it will give DISD's maintenance department free time to handle all other district needs. Cost is estimated to exceed $50,000.00.
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V.A.n. Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between the South Texas Builders Association and the Donna Independent School District from June 2026 to June 2031.
Presenter:
Angela D. Dominguez
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V.A.o. Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between U.S. Customs and Border Protection Rio Grande Valley Border Patrol Sector, and Donna Independent School District from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027.
Presenter:
Angela D. Dominguez
Description:
The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is intended to identify the roles, responsibilities and authorities of the Parties with regard to occupancy and use of the Runn Elementary and land.
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V.B. ACADEMIC SERVICES
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V.B.a. Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between Hidalgo County Head Start Program and Donna Independent School District from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2031.
Presenter:
Angela D. Dominguez
Description:
Approval of this Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) will outline the roles and responsibilities of Hidalgo County Head Start Program (HCHSP) and Donna Independent School District.
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V.B.b. Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between Behavioral Health Solutions of South Texas (BHSST) Valley Salud Program and Donna ISD for the 2026-2027 School Year.
Presenter:
Jose Javier Villanueva
Description:
Behavioral Health Solutions of South Texas (BHSST) Valley Salud Program provides prevention services to youth ages 9–17 and young adults ages 18–25 who have a history of trauma, use of substances. The Prevention Program will collaborate with Donna ISD to increase the effectiveness and visibility of prevention efforts focusing on alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use and behavioral concerns.
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V.B.c. Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between Behavioral Health Solutions of South Texas (BHSST) Youth Prevention Program and Donna ISD for the 2026-2027 School Year.
Presenter:
Jose Javier Villanueva
Description:
Behavioral Health Solutions of South Texas (BHSST) Youth Prevention Program will collaborate with Donna ISD to increase the effectiveness and visibility of prevention efforts focusing on alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use and behavioral concerns.
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V.B.d. Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between ProCare Health Services LLC and Donna ISD for the 2026-2027 School Year.
Presenter:
Jose Javier Villanueva
Description:
ProCare Health Services LLC will vaccinate any Donna ISD student needed vaccinations.
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V.B.e. Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between Mesquite Treatment Center, LLC and Donna ISD for the 2026-2027 School Year.
Presenter:
Jose Javier Villanueva
Description:
Mesquite Treatment Center, LLC provides outpatient chemical dependency treatment services to Donna ISD students at no charge to Donna ISD with parental consultation consent.
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V.B.f. Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between Behavioral Health Solutions of South Texas (BHSST) Monarch Program and Donna ISD for the 2026-2027 School Year.
Presenter:
Jose Javier Villanueva
Description:
Behavioral Health Solutions of South Texas (BHSST) Monarch Program provides substance use treatment services designed to promote and support recovery for eligible populations.
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V.B.g. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding between Little Braves Day Care and Donna Independent School District from Aug. 03, 2026 — May 28, 2027.
Presenter:
Rebecca Castaneda
Description:
Approval of this Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) will outline the roles and responsibilities of both Little Braves Day Care and Donna ISD.
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V.B.h. Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between Southern Littles Day Care and Donna Independent School District from Aug. 03, 2026–May 28, 2027.
Presenter:
Rebecca Castaneda
Description:
Approval of this Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) will outline the roles and responsibilities of both Southern Littles Day Care and Donna ISD.
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V.B.i. Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding Agreement between The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) and Donna Independent School District (DISD).
Presenter:
Deborah L. Medrano
Description:
Memorandum of Understanding Agreement between The University of Texas as San Antonio (UTSA) and Donna Independent School District. To establish and support a dual credit program for students wherein dual credit is given to high school students upon completion of enrollment requirements.
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V.B.j. Approval of the Memorandum of Agreement between RGV LEAD and Donna Independent School District for the 2026–2027 Academic Year.
Presenter:
Deborah L. Medrano
Description:
The Memorandum of Agreement between RGV LEAD and Donna I.S.D. will provide services that will support the goal of having students stay in school and ultimately, graduate from high school equipped with the academic foundation and other competencies that are vital for college and career success.
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V.B.k. Approval of the Agreement between ARS Pharmaceutical Operations, Inc./School Health Corporation and Donna Independent School District for the 2026–2027 school year.
Presenter:
Jose Javier Villanueva
Description:
Free neffy (Epinephrine Nasal Spray) for the neffyinSchools Program will be made available by ARS Pharmaceutical Operations, Inc. and be distributed through School Health Corporation to Donna ISD.
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V.B.l. Approval of the Interlocal Agreement between South Texas College and Donna Independent School District for the 2026-2027 Dual Credit Program.
Presenter:
Deborah L. Medrano
Description:
Interlocal Agreement between South Texas College and Donna ISD for the 2026-2027 Dual Credit Program. STC is committed to serving the students and communities of South Texas through collaborative work with school districts in the College's service area.
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V.B.m. Approval of the McAllen ISD Regional Day School Program for the Deaf (RDSPD) Interlocal Cooperation Agreement.
Presenter:
Rebecca Castañeda
Description:
Special Education Program in accordance with Section 29.007 of the Texas Education Code.
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V.B.n. Approval of renewal purchase of the ClassKick Instructional Platform for the Bilingual Department in the amount of $51,149.
Presenter:
Stephanie Powelson-Garza
Description:
The renewal of the ClassKick instructional platform will provide continued support for Emergent Bilingual students through TELPAS-aligned instructional practice in reading, writing, listening, and speaking across all core content areas. The platform allows teachers to monitor student responses in real time, provide immediate feedback, and differentiate instruction to support English language acquisition and academic vocabulary development aligned to the English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS). Continued access to this resource supports district efforts to strengthen language proficiency outcomes and academic achievement for Emergent Bilingual students.
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V.B.o. Approve the Frontline Education Program Management System for Donna ISD student support programs, including Section 504, MTSS, Bilingual/ESL, Special Education and SIS integration services for the 2026–2027 school year.
Presenter:
Rebecca Castañeda
Description:
Frontline Education Program Management system streamlines student program information form mulitplie district programs including Section 504, MTSS, Bilingual/ESL and Special Education with student compliance records as per program and committee requirements.
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V.B.p. Approval to award vendors Corwin Press, Inc., HMH Education Company, PDX Reading Specialist, NIET (National Institute for Excellence in Teaching), Capturing Kids Hearts and The Holdsworth Center for RFP 030426-896 Professional Consultant Services for the 2026-2027 School Year.
Presenter:
Griselda Alvarez
Description:
Donna ISD published a request for proposals for Professional Consultant Services. Donna ISD would like to approve multiple vendors to give the district a broad range of professional consultant services. The awarded contract is for one (1) year, school year 2026–2027 with the option to extend for two (2) additional years in one (1) year increments.
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V.B.q. Approval of the Donna ISD School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) Annual Report for the 2025-2026 School Year.
Presenter:
Jose Javier Villanueva
Description:
The School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) serves in an advisory role to the district regarding coordinated school health programming and its impact on student health and learning.
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V.B.r. Approval for NCCEP-National GEAR UP Conference to Washington, DC.
Presenter:
Deborah L. Medrano
Description:
The conference will provide GEAR UP best practices and program alignment for UTRGV GEAR UP College Bound Career Linked student cohort.
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V.C. HUMAN RESOURCES
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V.C.a. Approval of the Donna ISD Compensation Plan for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
Presenter:
Angela D. Dominguez
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V.C.b. Approve local policy update #127 as recommended by TASB.
Presenter:
R. Castañeda
Description:
Recommend approval of Local Policy Update #127.
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V.C.c. Request for Approval of DC (Local) policy revisions.
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V.D. SUPPORT SERVICES
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V.D.a. Approve minutes for Special Board Meeting May 12, 2026.
Presenter:
Angela D. Dominguez
Description:
As per policy BE (Local) the written minutes of all meetings shall be approved by vote of the board and signed by the Board President and the Board Secretary.
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V.D.b. Approve minutes for Regular Board Meeting May 12, 2026.
Presenter:
Angela D. Dominguez
Description:
As per policy BE (Local), the written minutes of all meetings shall be approved by vote of the board and signed by the Board President and the Board Secretary.
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VI. EXECUTIVE SESSION as Authorized by Texas Government
Code Sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.073, 551.074, 551.075, 551.076, 551.082, 551.083 and 551.084. |
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VI.A. Discussion and Consideration of the Superintendent’s Recommendation of Personnel Matters
Presenter:
Angela D. Dominguez
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VI.B. Discussion and Consideration on the Employment of the Donna North High School Principal position.
Presenter:
Angela D. Dominguez
Description:
Employee will perform the duties of Head Football Coach for Donna North High School and Athletic Coordinator.
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VI.C. Discussion and Consideration on the Employment of the Singleterry Elementary School Principal position.
Presenter:
Angela D. Dominguez
Description:
Employee will perform the duties of Head Football Coach for Donna North High School and Athletic Coordinator.
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VI.D. Discussion and Consideration on the Employment of the Advanced Academics Director position.
Presenter:
Angela D. Dominguez
Description:
Employee will perform the duties of Head Football Coach for Donna North High School and Athletic Coordinator.
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VI.E. Discussion and Consideration on the Employment of the Technology Director position.
Presenter:
Angela D. Dominguez
Description:
Employee will perform the duties of Head Football Coach for Donna North High School and Athletic Coordinator.
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VI.F. Discussion and Consideration on the Employment of the CTE Director position
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VI.G. Discussion and Private Consultation with Attorney regarding Pending or Contemplated Litigation, Settlement Matters, and/or Matters Where the Professional Duty Under State Board Requires Private Consultation with School Attorney
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VII. OPEN SESSION - Take possible action on matters discussed in Executive Session.
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VII.A. Discussion and Possible Action to Approve Superintendent’s Recommendation of Personnel
Presenter:
Angela D. Dominguez
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VII.B. Discussion and Possible action on the Employment of the Donna North High School Principal position
Presenter:
Angela D. Dominguez
Description:
Employee will perform the duties of Head Football Coach for Donna North High School and Athletic Coordinator.
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VII.C. Discussion and Possible action on the Employment of the Singleterry Elementary School Principal position
Presenter:
Angela D. Dominguez
Description:
Employee will perform the duties of Head Football Coach for Donna North High School and Athletic Coordinator.
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VII.D. Discussion and Possible action on the Employment of the Advanced Academics Director position
Presenter:
Angela D. Dominguez
Description:
Employee will perform the duties of Head Football Coach for Donna North High School and Athletic Coordinator.
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VII.E. Discussion and Possible action on the Employment of the Technology Director position
Presenter:
Angela D. Dominguez
Description:
Employee will perform the duties of Head Football Coach for Donna North High School and Athletic Coordinator.
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VIII. ADJOURN
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