January 12, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting

Description:  Student of the Month
Elementary - Weston Bond
Junior High - Rex Mathews
High School - Gabrielle Lemons 

Description:  All persons who address the Board at this time must complete a registration form before the meeting begins. Each speaker is limited to 5 minutes. No action may be taken regarding the information received by the board. The topic must be placed on the agenda at a future meeting to receive deliberate action.

Description:  In accordance with the Texas Education Code and state accountability requirements, the District is required to have an annual independent financial audit conducted by a licensed external auditor,  The audit examines the District's financial statements, internal controls, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations for the 2024-2025 fiscal year.

The independent auditor has completed the audit and will present the findings, including the auditor's opinion, financial highlights, and any recommendations.  The audit report reflects the financial position and operations of the District and is submitted to the Board of Trustees for review and approval prior to filing with the Texas Education Agency.

Recommendation:
Administration recommends approval of the District Financial Audit Report for the 2024-2025 fiscal year as presented by the independent auditor.

Description:  Representatives from Schneider Electric will present an overview of the district's Facility Improvement Partnership and provide an analysis of current and potential energy and operational efficiency projects.  The presentation will include preliminary findings, potential cost-saving measures, and considerations for long-term facility planning.

This item is for presentation and discussion only.  No action will be taken at this time.

Description:  One district school bus requires major repairs that exceed the Supeintendent's purchasing authority threshold of $25,000.  A detailed repair estimate has been reviewed and is necessary to return the bus to safe and reliable service for student transportation.

Description:  In accordance with the district policy and Texas Education Code requirements, the proposed list of library books for the Big Sandy ISD High School Library was posted for public inspection on November 10, 2025, meeting the required 30-day review period prior to Board consideration.

The recommended titles support the high school curriculum and student literacy goals and were selected using district guidelines for library materials.  Board approval authorizes the purchase of the listed materials for the high school library.

Description:  The Texas Education Agency requires school districts seeking a teacher certification waiver to have a locally developed, Board-approved plan outlining how the district will support and ensure that teachers meet state certification requirements within an established timeline.

The Big Sandy ISD Plan for Meeting Teacher Certification Requirements by 2029–2030 details the district's strategies for recruiting, supporting, monitoring, and assisting teachers who are not yet fully certified.  The plan includes timelines, support systems, and partnerships designed to ensure compliance with state certification requirements while maintaining instructional continuity for students.  

Approval of this plan by the Board of Trustees is required prior to submitting the district's application for a teacher certification waiver to the Texas Education Agency.  Adoption of the plan does not waive certification requirements but provides a structured pathway for educators to achieve full certification by the 2029-2030 school year.
 

Description:  To ensure continuity of operations and timely staffing decisions, it is necessary for the District to have flexibility in hiring contracted employees outside of regular Board meeting schedules.  This authority is particularly important during periods of high personnel activity, including mid-year vacancies, resignations, retirements, and preparation for the upcoming school year.

Delegating hiring authority to the Superintendent for contracted employees during the specified timeframe will allow the District to respond efficiently to staffing needs while maintaining compliance with District policy and applicable state and federal laws.  All employment decisions made under this authority will be reported to the Board of Trustees at the next regularly scheduled Board meeting for review and ratification.

Action/Recommendation:
Administration recommends the Board of Trustees authorize the Superintendent to hire contracted employees beginning January 13 through September 1, subject to Board policy, budget availability, and subsequent Board notification.

Description:  Consideration and action to order the Board of Trustees election to be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026, for the purpose of electing trustees to fill the expiring terms of Jamey Childress and Mary Lingle, in accordance with the Texas Election Code and applicable law.