November 16, 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. BOARD ELECTION
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III.A. Receive and Canvass Election Returns for the November 3, 2026 General Trustee Election Places 5, 6, and 7.
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III.B. Declare Candidates Elected to Trustee Places and Issue Certificate of Election for each Elected Candidate.
Presenter:
Alfonso H. Perez
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III.C. Administer Statement of Officer to Newly Elected Trustees.
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III.D. Administer Oath of Office to Newly Elected Trustees.
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III.E. Re-Organization of Board of Trustees/Election of Officers.
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IV. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
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IV.A. District Highlights
Presenter:
Rebecca Castañeda, Superintendent
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IV.B. Presentation of the Delinquent Tax Collection Report for the period of September 1, 2025 through August 31, 2026
Presenter:
Alfonso H. Perez
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IV.C. Texas State - Texas School Safety Center Intruder Audit Report.
Presenter:
Rebecca Castañeda, Superintendent
Description:
Review Intruder Detection Audit Report findings.
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V. PRESENTATIONS
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V.A. LSG Progress and Accountability Goal 2 Presentation: GPM 2.1, 2.2, 2.3
Presenter:
Rebecca Castañeda, Superintendent
Description:
Lone Star Governance BOY Data
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VI. CONSENT AGENDA
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VI.A. BUSINESS AND FINANCE
Presenter:
Alfonso H. Perez
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VI.A.a. Approval of Accounts Payable.
Presenter:
Alfonso H. Perez
Description:
See Exhibits: Accounts Payable for the month of Ocober 2026
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VI.A.b. Approval of the Financial Statement September 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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VI.A.c. Approval of Report Of Monthly Tax Collections for September 2026.
Presenter:
Alfonso H. Perez
Description:
See Exhibits: Monthly Tax Collections on Current and Delinquent Taxes.
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VI.A.d. Approval of the Delinquent Tax Collection Report for the period of September 1, 2025 through August 31, 2026, and Property Value Study Report, presented by Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP.
Presenter:
Alfonso H. Perez
Description:
See Exhibits: Accepts Delinquent Tax Collection Report for the period September 01, 2025, through August 31, 2026, and Property Value Study Report.
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VI.A.e. Approval to award vendor SAS General Building Services, Inc the Request for Proposals (RFP) #061926-901 Preventative Maintenance & Equipment and Repair (CNP).
Presenter:
Alfonso H. Perez
Description:
Awarded vendor will provide regular inspections to enhance performance, prevent breakdown, reduce energy consumption, extend equipment life of the refrigeration equipment, dishwashers, and ice machines. 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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VI.A.f. Approval to renew Zitro Electric, LLC for Request for Proposals (RFP) 092225-857 Electrical Services for the 2026-2027 school year.
Presenter:
Alfonso H. Perez
Description:
Donna ISO wishes to exercise the first of the two (2) year options as stated in the original bid. The term will be from November 1, 2026 through October 31, 2026. Cost is estimated to exceed $50,000.00
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VI.A.g. Request for Approval to Accept Certificate of Substantial Completion and Change Order regarding unused contingency funds from DWilson Construction regarding W.A. Todd Middle School Additions & Renovations Project
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VI.B. ACADEMIC SERVICES
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VI.B.a. Approval to submit a reimbursable Teacher Designation Fee for 190 new and improved Teacher Incentive Allotment Designations based from the 2025-2026 TIA data in the amount of $95,000.
Presenter:
Javier Villanueva
Description:
TEA requires a reimbursable $500 designation fee per new or improved designation recommendation at the time of data submission.
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VI.B.b. Discussion and Possible Action to Approve the 2025–2026 Bilingual Education and English as a Second Language (ESL) Program Evaluation.
Presenter:
Stephanie Powelson-Garza
Description:
In accordance with state requirements, Donna Independent School District conducts an annual evaluation of its Bilingual Education and English as a Second Language (ESL) programs to assess program effectiveness and student outcomes. The 2025-2026 Bilingual/ESL Program Evaluation provides an overview of program implementation, emergent bilingual student performance, and progress toward language acquisition and academic achievement goals. The evaluation identifies program strengths and opportunities for continued improvement to ensure the district effectively serves its emergent bilingual student population. The evaluation is being presented to the Board of Trustees for review and approval in accordance with applicable state requirements. |
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VI.B.c. Approve the purchase of a 3-year renewal for the Palo Alto 3430 Firewall from vendor Microshare.
Description:
Approval requested for the renewal of Palo Alto Firewall this will be an upgrade as the current firewall is going out of maintenance. Cost is also Erate refundable.
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VI.B.d. Approval of the renewal of the Donna ISD Apptegy district-wide communications platform including website, mobile apps, alerts and rooms.
Presenter:
Nelda Calderon
Description:
Request School Board consideration and approval of the continued use of the Apptegy Communication Platform to support district-wide communication, parent engagement, and consistent messaging across Donna ISD campuses and departments. Apptegy supports the District Improvement Plan by strengthening school - to - home communication and family engagement. The platform provides consistent district and campus information through the website and mobile apps, timely notifications through alerts and district teacher - parent communication through Rooms. Continued access supports coordinated outreach and keeps families informed about student learning, attendance, safety, and district opportunities.
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VI.B.e. Discussion and possible action to approve the Local Improvement Plans (LIPs) for Caceres Elementary and Salazar Elementary and the Targeted Improvement Plans (TIPs) for Singleterry Elementary and Garza Elementary for the 2026–2027 school year.
Description:
The Local Improvement Plans and Targeted Improvement Plans outline campus specific strategies, measurable goals, and action steps designed to improve student academic achievement, strengthen instructional practices, and address identified areas of need. These plans establish systems for monitoring progress, providing targeted support, and ensuring continuous campus improvement. |
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VI.B.f. Approval for out-of-state travel to the 2026 SOMA/SWOMA International Orientation and Mobility Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Presenter:
Deborah Medrano
Description:
Approval is requested for the 2026 SOMA/SWOMA International Orientation and Mobility Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana to learn about current best practices, innovative resources, emerging technologies, research and effective strategies that can directly benefit the student we serve.
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VI.C. HUMAN RESOURCES
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VI.C.a. Approve the designation of Lydia Lugo, Director for Human Resources, as the District's Records Management Officer (RMO).
Presenter:
Lydia Lugo
Description:
As required by CPC (Legal), CPC (Local), and the Local Gov't Code 201.003 (14).
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VI.C.b. Approve update to Policy DC (Local) Policy.
Presenter:
Rebecca Castañeda
Description:
Administration recommends approval of changes to Policy DC Local.
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VI.D. SUPPORT SERVICES
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VI.D.a. Approve minutes for the Regular Board meeting on October 13, 2026.
Presenter:
Rebecca Castañeda, Superintendent
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.D.b. Approve minutes for the Special Board meeting on October 21, 2026.
Presenter:
Rebecca Castañeda, Superintendent
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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VII. 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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VII.A. Discussion and Consideration of the Superintendent’s Recommendation of Personnel Matters
Presenter:
Rebecca Castañeda, Superintendent
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VII.B. Texas State - Texas School Safety Center Intruder Audit Report
Presenter:
Rebecca Castañeda, Superintendent
Description:
Review Intruder Detection Audit Report findings.
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VII.C. 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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VIII. OPEN SESSION - Take possible action on matters discussed in Executive Session.
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VIII.A. Discussion and Possible Action to Approve Superintendent’s Recommendation of Personnel
Presenter:
Rebecca Castañeda, Superintendent
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IX. ADJOURN
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