June 16, 2026 at 5:30 PM - Rescheduled Regular Board Meeting

I. Rescheduled Regular Board Meeting Called to Order.

II. Moment of Silence.

III. Pledge of Allegiance.

IV. Roll Call:

V. Recommend approving the agenda of the Rescheduled Regular Board Meeting of Tuesday, June 16, 2026, with any corrections/deletions.

VI. Recommend approving the minutes with any corrections:

VI.A. Special Called Board Meeting of Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

VI.B. Special Called Board Meeting of Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

VI.C. Special Called Board Meeting of Thursday, June 4, 2026.

VI.D. Special Called Board Meeting of Tuesday, June 9, 2026.

VII. Superintendent's Report:  * SB1566

VII.A. Conference Presentations:

VII.A.1. Recognition of Benavides Elementary Librarian on the Region One Innovative Librarian Award. 

VII.A.2. Recognition of Imagination Spirit of DI for Alicia Garcia, Team Manager and Evandra Stoltz, Student.

VII.A.3. Recognition of Claudia Cortez – Porter ECHS Teacher 2026 H-E-B Excellence in Education Leadership Secondary Award Winner.  

VII.A.4. Presentation of 10th Annual Jason Garcia Memorial Scholarship Recipients. (Board Member Request Minerva Pena/Board Support Carlos Elizondo)

VII.A.5. Brownsville Independent School District Financial Report for the period ended May 31, 2026.

VIII. PUBLIC COMMENT:

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IX. Recommend approving the Consent Agenda. The Board has agreed to discuss the following items. All the items below that are not called out will be approved by consent. 

                                             (All presentations limited to five (5) minutes)

 

X. SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH:

XI. CLOSED MEETING:  as pursuant to the Texas Government Code Sections: 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, 551.082, and 551.084.

XI.A. Attorney Consultation - Discussion with Legal Counsel on matters related to Superintendent Search.

XI.A.1. Discussion on matters related to Lone Finalist for Superintendent of Schools.

XII. BOARD RECONVENES - Board action on agenda items discussed in Executive Session.

XII.A. Discussion and possible action to name Lone Finalist for Position of Superintendent.

XIII. Consent Agenda:

XIII.A. Recommend approval of the following General Function Item(s):

XIII.A.1. Recommend approval to appoint the Superintendent as agent to perform the duties provided by Texas Election Law, Sec. 31.123 for the School Trustee General Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, effective immediately.

XIII.A.2. Recommend approval for an Official Notice and Order of the Brownsville Independent School District School Trustee Election scheduled on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

XIII.A.3. Recommend approval to cancel the Regular Board Meeting of Tuesday, July 7, 2026, due to the summer work schedule.

XIII.A.4. Recommend approval of the ratification of the refund in the amount of $573,571.74, remitted on May 19, 2026, in compliance with the Texas Education Agency's refund notice dated May 14, 2026, resulting from the ESSER I Grant Audit.  The refund represents a required reimbursement of federal funds previously advanced to the District and is not a discretionary expenditure or payment for goods or services.

XIII.A.5. Recommend approval to renew annual 2026-2027 District Membership Fees: Equity Center, $9,500.00, South Texas Association of Schools (STAS) $13,000.00, Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) $11,000.00, TASB Legal Assistant Fund $500.00, Region One Education Center $30,000.00, and the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce $5,500.00 for an approximate amount of $69,500.00.

XIII.A.6. Recommend approval of annual license fee for SameGoal Pro Edition, Special Education for the 2026-2027 school year, at a cost of $158,600.00. (September 1, 2026 to August 31, 2027) *

XIII.A.7. Recommend approval of the 2026-2027 Elementary & Secondary Grading Procedures and amendment to the MS Course Listing Guide at no cost to the District. *

XIII.A.8. Recommend approval to contract consultants for the 2026-2027 school year to support District initiatives and practices for elementary and secondary educational staff based on District needs and funding, at an estimated cost of $1,745,913.00.   *

XIII.A.9. Recommend approval of hiring presenters from Region One and Curiosity Cubed to provide annual update and foundational training as well as trainer of training sessions to meet the needs of the District for Gifted and Talented Education based on the Texas State Plan for Gifted and Talented, in the amount of $12,000.00. *

XIII.A.10. Recommend approval to use Andrew Sharos, Village Project Consulting LLC, for professional learning experience for Advanced Placement teachers and administration for maximum of $15,000.00 for the 2026-2027 school year based on District needs and funding.  *

XIII.A.11. Recommend approval for payment of annual renewal and software maintenance fees not exceed $1,418,682.15 for eSchool K-12 Education, Bethlehem, PA and Business PLUS, Chico, CA, Public Sector through parent company PowerSchool Group LLC Folsom, CA for the 2026-2027 school year.  *

XIII.A.12. Recommend approval to adopt the Student Code of Conduct for the 2026-2027 school year. 

XIII.A.13. Recommend approval of the revised application to participate in the Optional Flexible School Program (OFSDP) for the 2026-2027 school year based on the District’s needs.  *

XIII.A.14. Recommend approval of the deductive Change Order #001, (Credit back to District) in the amount of $46,000.00 for the ESSER Lincoln Park High School HVAC improvements project, resulting in a revised contract amount of $950,000.00 with no change to the contract time.

XIII.A.15. Recommend approval of the deductive Change Order #001, (Credit back to District) in the amount of $95,000.00 for the ESSER Russell Elementary HVAC improvements project, resulting in a revised contract amount of $1,760,000.00 with no change to the contract time.

XIII.A.16. Recommend approval of the deductive Change Order #001, (Credit Back to to District) in the amount of $153,687.00 for the Sams Stadium Artificial Turf and Soccer Field Project, resulting in a revised contract amount of $2,996,313.00 with no change to the contract time.

XIII.A.17. Recommend approval for the ratification of the purchase of the emergency HVAC chiller replacement and associated engineering, labor, and material services for Brownsville Early College High School (BECHS). Equipment was purchased from Perry Mechanical, Edinburg, TX, (Bid 25-085) in the amount of $146,945.00. Installation services from Fox Mechanical, Brownsville, TX, (Bid 26-086) in the amount of $46,865.00, and engineering services from Halff Associates, Brownsville, TX, (Bid 25-119) in the amount of $45,000.00. The total cost associated with the Emergency Chiller Replacement at Brownsville Early College High School is $238,810.00 utilizing Local Funds 197.

XIII.B. Recommend approval of the following Payment(s):

XIII.B.1. Recommend approval of payments for construction services and/or engineering services throughout the District in the total amount of $694,855.19.

XIII.C. Recommend approval of Budget Amendments:

XIII.C.1. Recommend approval of Budget Amendment #022 in the amount of $101,117.00 for Local Funds.  (Reallocation of $34,983.00 and Additional Funding of $66,134.00).

XIII.C.2. Recommend approval of Budget Amendment #023 in the amount of $1,640,000.00 of Local Funds to prevent negative balances by function in payroll budget allocations. (Reallocation)

XIII.C.3. Recommend approval of Budget Amendment #024 in the amount of $260,000.00 for Fund 199 – Local Funds.  (Unassigned Fund Balance)

XIII.C.4. Recommend approval of Budget Amendment #025 in the amount of $573,571.74 for Fund 199 – Local Maintenance Fund – Prior Period Adjustment. (Refunded) (Unassigned Fund Balance)

XIII.D. Recommend approval of the following Contract(s)/Agreement(s):

XIII.D.1. Recommend approval of the MOU between BISD and Good Samaritan Community Youth Development Services to provide support services, including after-school programs, recreation and leadership services to BISD students for the 2026-2027 school year at no cost to the District.  *

XIII.D.2. Recommend approval of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with NINOS Head Start to enter into a revocable facility use lease agreement for the use of Facility Space to service infants and toddlers at Gallegos Elementary School to commence the 2026-2027 school year.  *

XIII.D.3. Recommend approval to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with NINOS Head Start to include co-enrolled model at Burns, Benavides, and Perez and five full day Contractual Model Classrooms at Vermillion and Gallegos Elementary. The collaboration will continue at all five elementary sites for the 2026-2027 school year. *

XIII.D.4. Recommend approval to contract with the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) for services regarding the Texas Prefreshmen Engineering Program (TexPREP) to be implemented during the 2026-2027 school year at a cost of $425.00 per student. *

XIII.D.5. Recommend approval of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Aldrin Family Foundation of Texas (AFFTX) and Brownsville Independent school District allowing the district to participate in the Student Satellites in Space (S-Cubed) program at no cost to the District.. 

XIII.D.6. Recommend approval to enter into Agreement with Cameron County Community Service Centers and School Districts to provide Adult Basic Education/Adult Secondary Education, High School Equivalency, English as Second Language and, certification for in demand occupations classes for the 2026-2027 school year at no cost to the District. 

XIII.D.7. Recommend approval to enter into contractual agreement with Texas State Technical College (TSTC), to begin proving High School Equivalency instructional services along with Career Pathways and certifications to adults in the Cameron County area in the amount not to exceed $19,600.00 for the 2026-2027 school year.

XIII.D.8. Recommend approval to enter into contractual agreement with come dream. come build/Youth Build Brownsville, to begin providing High School Equivalency instructional services along with Career Pathways and certification to adults in the Cameron County area in the amount not to exceed $84,224.00 for the 2026-2027 school year.  

XIII.D.9. Recommend approval to enter into Memorandum of Understanding between PSJA ISD and the Brownsville Independent School District to provide Professional products and services to BISD in the area of informational systems. A total estimated fiscal implication not to exceed $100,800.00 from Local Funds for August 1, 2026 to August 31, 2027 school year is anticipated. *

XIII.E. Recommend approval of the following Bid(s)/Proposal(s)/Purchase(s):

XIII.E.1. Recommend approval CSP#26-105 Sams Stadium Structural Repairs to Epoxy Design Systems, Inc. from Houston TX. in the amount of $1,761,315.00 in accordance with Texas Education Code 44.039. Funding for this project will be provided through Local Funds 197. The proposed award is substantially below the estimated project cost of approximately $3,500,000.00 representing substantial cost savings while addressing critical facility needs.

XIII.E.2. Recommend awarding of CSP #26-130 for Professional Educators and School Board Legal Liability Insurance to AIG/National Union Fire Insurance Company/Montalvo Insurance Agency of Weslaco, Texas, for the 2026-2027 plan year, with the option to renew up to two (2) additional one (1) year periods.  Year one (1) of a three (3) year contract.

XIV. Board Member Request(s)

XIV.A. Conference Presentation(s):

XIV.A.1. Comprehensive Disclosure regarding ESSER Non-Compliance Matter.(Board Member Request Carlos Elizondo/Board Support Minerva Pena)

XIV.A.2. Presentation, discussion and next steps on the results of the Climate Survey.  (Board Member Request Frank Ortiz/Board Support MInerva Pena)

XIV.B. Action Item(s):

XIV.B.1. Discussion, consideration and possible action to name the Rivera Early College High School Athletic Facility to honor Coach Tom Chavez.  (Board Member Request Denise Garza/Board Support Minerva Pena)

XIV.B.2. Discussion, consideration and possible action to name the CAB building to honor all Brownsville High School Alumni who attended Brownsville High School from its inception to the graduating Class of 1966.  (Board Member Request Neida Ruth Grantland/Board Support Minerva Pena)

XIV.B.3. Discussion and possible action on matters regarding TEA ESSER Non-Compliance Correspondence issued to Dr. Jesus Chavez on April 22, 2024, and ESSER compliance matters for school years 2020-2022. (Board Member Request Carlos Elizondo/Board Support Minerva Pena)

XIV.B.4. Presentation, discussion and possible action, regarding policies and procedures for B.I.S.D. CFO Department regarding making payments, bills and obligations.  (Board Member Request Minerva Pena/Board Support Carlos Elizondo)

XV. CLOSED MEETING:  as pursuant to the Texas Government Code Sections: 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, 551.082, and 551.084.

XV.A. PERSONNEL MATTER(S):

XV.A.1. Presentation, acceptance and approval of Retirements. (44)

XV.A.2. Presentation, acceptance and approval of Resignations. (12)

XV.A.3. Personnel Update with Superintendent (Dr. Alda T. Benavides)

XV.A.4. Chapter 21 contractual personnel for the 2026-2027 school year(s) - Assistant Choir Director. Subject to receipt of all outstanding documentation. (1)

XV.A.5. Chapter 21 contractual personnel for the 2026-2027 school year(s) - Principals. Subject to receipt of all outstanding documentation. (3)

XV.A.6. Non-Chapter 21 contractual personnel for the 2026-2027 school year(s) - Supervisor, FNS.  Subject to receipt of all outstanding documentation.

XV.A.7. Non-chapter 21 contractual personnel for the 2026-2027 school year(s) — Occupational Therapists. Subject to receipt of all outstanding documentation. (3)

XV.A.8. Non-chapter 21 contractual personnel for the 2026-2027 school year(s)- Physical Therapist. Subject to receipt of all outstanding documentation.(1)

XV.A.9. Non-chapter 21 contractual personnel for the 2026-2027 school year(s) - MCJROTC. Subject to receipt of all outstanding documentation.(1)

XV.A.10. Department Professional Staff for Non-Chapter 21 contracts for the 2026-2027 School Year.

XV.A.11. Campus Professional Staff for Probationary contracts for the 2026-2027 School Year.

XV.A.12. Proposed termination of a continuing contract and discharge a teacher (J.J.V.) for good cause for the 2025-2026 School Year.

XV.B. ATTORNEY CONSULTATION

XV.B.1. Staff Attorney

XV.B.1.a. Discussion regarding Civil Action No. 1:26-cv-00622; Benita Villarreal vs. Brownsville Independent School District.

XV.B.1.b. Discussion, consideration, and action regarding possible settlement of District employee E.S. 

XV.B.1.c. Discussion, consideration, and possible action regarding Cause No. 2021-DCL-06699; Jimmy Haynes vs. Brownsville Independent School District.

XV.B.2. Board Attorney:

XV.B.2.a. Legal Update with Board Counsel.

XV.B.2.a.1. Interim Superintendent Contract (Dr. Alda T. Benavides)

XV.C. INTERNAL AUDITOR CONSULTATION

XV.C.1. Consultation of the past, ongoing, and completed Board-approved audits.

XV.C.2. Proposed Audit Plan for the 2026-2027 school year.

XV.D. BOARD SELF-EVALUATION:

XV.D.1. Board Self-Evaluation.

XV.E. BOARD MEMBER REQUEST(S):

XV.E.1. Discussion and consideration on all student and employee investigations taking place at this time. (Board Member Request Neida Ruth Grantland/Board Support Minerva Pena)

XV.F. DISTRICT WIDE INTRUDER DETECTION AUDIT REPORT:

XV.F.1. Discussion of the findings of the Intruder Detection Audit Report. 

XV.G. REAL ESTATE:

XV.G.1. Discussion and consideration regarding the sale of vacant District campuses. (Rosa E. Del Castillo Elementary School, Victoria Heights Elementary School and Webb Elementary School)

XVI. BOARD RECONVENES - Board action on agenda items discussed in Executive Session.

XVI.A. Recommend approval: XV. A. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12

XVI.B. Recommend Approval: XV. B. 1a, 1b, 1c and  B. 2a. 1

XVI.C. Recommend approval: XV. C. 1 and 2 

XVI.D. Recommend Approval: XV. D. 1

XVI.E. Recommend approval: XV. E. 1

XVI.F. Recommend Approval: XV. F. 1

XVI.G. Recommend Approval: XV. G. 1

XVII. Announcement(s):

XVIII. Adjournment.