August 11, 2026 at 6:00 PM - 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. Recognition of 2026 Boys State Participants
Presenter:
Angela D. Dominguez
Description:
2026 Boys State Participants
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IV.B. LSG Progress and Accountability Goal 3: GPMs 3.1 & 3.2
Presenter:
Angela D. Dominguez
Description:
Lone Star Governance Progress and Accountability Goal 3: GPMs 3.1 & 3.2
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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 Accounts Payable
Presenter:
Alfonso H. Perez
Description:
See Exhibits: Accounts Payable for the month of July 2026.
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V.A.b. Approval of the Financial Statements for June 2026.
Presenter:
Alfonso H. Perez
Description:
See Exhibits: Financial Statements of General Fund, Child Nutrition, Debt Service, Health Insurance, Workers Compensation, Capital Projects.
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V.A.c. Approval of Report of Monthly Tax Collections for June 2026.
Presenter:
Alfonso H. Perez
Description:
See Exhibits: Monthly Tax Collections on Current and Delinquent Taxes.
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V.A.d. Approval to purchase budgeted nonfood items exceeding $50,000 for all 17 district cafeteria kitchens through the competitively procured South Texas CO-OP for the Child Nutrition Program (CNP).
Presenter:
Alfonso H. Perez
Description:
The purchases include chemicals and cleaning supplies, hairnets, disposable gloves, aprons, trash can liners, trays, plates, cups, food containers, flatware, straws, napkins, and other related cafeteria and food service items. Vendors include DBA-Imperial, Gateway, Labatt, Sysco Central and Valley Grocers. All items have been competitively bid and awarded through the South Texas CO-OP for the CNP. The estimated annual cost for the 2026-2027 school year is $1,000,000.00.
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V.A.e. Approval to purchase budgeted food items exceeding $50,000 for all 17 district cafeteria kitchens through the competitively procured South Texas CO-OP for the Child Nutrition Program (CNP).
Presenter:
Alfonso H. Perez
Description:
The purchases include bread and tortilla products, fresh dairy items, juice products, fresh produce, and grocery items for all students. Vendors include Exquisita, Flower Baking, Hiland Dairy, Labatt, and Nicho. All items have been competitively bid and awarded through the South Texas CO-OP for the CNP. The estimated annual cost for the 2026-2027 school year is $6,000,000.00
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V.A.f. Approval to award vendor Toshiba Business Solutions for Request for Proposals (RFP)# 011326-895 Lease for Multi-Function copiers, supplies and maintenance services.
Presenter:
Alfonso H. Perez
Description:
Donna Independent School District solicited proposals through the OMNIA Partners, Buyboard, and DIR cooperative purchasing programs to replace seventy-eight (78) district copiers. The proposed agreement will provide copier equipment, maintenance, and related services under a forty-eight (48) month contract term. Utilizing these cooperative purchasing contracts ensures compliance with state procurement requirements while allowing the District to obtain competitive pricing and efficient replacement of its existing copier fleet.
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V.A.g. Approval to award vendor Montalvo Insurance Agency the Request for Proposals RFP# 041626-898 Excess Reinsurance Workers' Compensation for the School Year 2026-2027.
Presenter:
Alfonso H. Perez
Description:
Donna ISD has issued out a Proposal for Excess Reinsurance Workers' Compensation and only received one (1) bid from Montalvo Insurance Agency. Excess Reinsurance for Workers' Compensation provides financial protection against catastrophic workers' compensation claims that exceed the district's retention level, reducing financial risk and ensuring the district maintains adequate coverage for significant workplace injury claims.
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V.A.h. Approval to award vendor Border Air Inc. for RFP #050726-900 Contracted Services for HVAC Repair for school year 2026-2027.
Presenter:
Alfonso H. Perez
Description:
Contracting with a qualified HVAC vendor provides the district with access to specialized technical expertise, trained personnel, and the necessary equipment to perform timely repairs and emergency service calls. This approach minimizes equipment downtime, helps prevent disruptions to instructional activities, extends the useful life of existing HVAC systems, and reduces the likelihood of more costly repairs or premature equipment replacement. 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.A.i. Approval to renew vendor OVERT Stop Loss the Request for Proposals (RFP) 071625-854 Stop Loss for the 2026-2027 school year.
Presenter:
Alfonso H. Perez
Description:
Donna ISD wishes to exercise the first of the two (2) year renewal options as stated in the original bid. The term will be from September 01, 2026, through August 31, 2027.
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V.A.j. Approval of CDW G as vendor for the SentinelOne renewal for school year 2026-2027.
Presenter:
M. Ramos
Description:
SentinelOne Antivirus solution is equipped with powerful tools and intelligence to proactively anticipate threats, effectively manage vulnerabilities, and safeguard servers, endpoints, and identity resources. The solution provides relentless 24/7; 365 days threat hunting and managed services, offering a cybersecurity solution that harnesses the immense power of AI
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V.A.k. Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between the South Texas Builders Initiative, South Texas Builders Association and the Donna Independent School District
Presenter:
Alfonso H. Perez
Description:
Approval of the MOU between the South Texas Builders Initiative, South Texas Builders Association and the DISD.
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V.A.l. Request for Approval to Accept the highest bid offer regarding RFB#052726-004 and Authorize Administration to proceed and execute necessary documentation to effectuate the transaction.
Presenter:
Alfonso H. Perez
Description:
Approval to Accept the highest bid offer regarding RFB# 052726-004 and Authorized Administration to proceed and execute necessary documentation to effectuate the transaction.
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V.A.m. Request for Approval to grant the City of Donna an easement for the Hester Avenue Expansion Project.
Presenter:
Alfonso H. Perez
Description:
Approval to grant the City of Donna an easement for the Hester Avenue Expansion Project
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V.A.n. Approval of the donation of surplus portables to Casa de Oracion Monte Sinai.
Presenter:
Alfonso H. Perez
Description:
Donna ISD will be donating portable buildings to Casa de Oracion Monte Sinai.
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V.B. ACADEMIC SERVICES
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V.B.a. Approval of Amendment to the Memorandum of Understanding between Hidalgo County Head Start Program and Donna Independent School District for the period of September 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026.
Presenter:
Angela D. Dominguez
Description:
Requesting approval of Amendment to the Memorandum of Understanding between Hidalgo County Head Start Program and Donna I.S.D.
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V.C. HUMAN RESOURCES
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V.C.a. Approval of the Board Policy: AE Local
Presenter:
Approval
Description:
Approval: Board Policy AE Local
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V.C.b. Approval of the 2026-2027 Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) Appraisers and Texas Principal Evaluation and Support System (T-PESS).
Presenter:
Angela D. Dominguez
Description:
Administrators meet the qualifications to be T-TESS/T-PESS Appraisers for the 2026-2027 school year. These appraisers may also be called upon to serve as the second appraiser of a teacher upon request.
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V.C.c. Approval to issue "certification waivers" for two teachers to meet certification compliance for CTE Principles of Engineering at Veterans M.S. and CTE Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness at A.P. Solis M.S.
Presenter:
Angela D. Dominguez
Description:
Approval to issue certification waivers for two teachers: Daniel Gonzalez from Veterans M.S. and Jose A. Mosqueda from A.P. Solis M.S. for two academic school years, 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 as authorized by TEA.
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V.C.d. Approval to issue certification waiver for a teacher to meet certification compliance for CTE Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness at Sauceda Middle School.
Presenter:
Angela D. Dominguez
Description:
Approval to issue a certification waiver for Anna Castillo Fuentes from Sauceda Middle School for two academic school years, 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 as authorized by TEA.
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V.D. SUPPORT SERVICES
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V.D.a. Approve minutes for the Regular Board meeting on July 14, 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 President and the Board Secretary.
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V.D.b. Approve minutes for the Special Board meeting on July 28, 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 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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VIII. ADJOURN
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