December 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM - Agenda of Regular Meeting

Description:  INFO: **The Board of Trustees is required to conduct a public hearing on the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas for the District.

Description:  INFO: **An Intruder Detection Audit was conducted in the district by Region 19 ESC. Findings will be shared with the District School Safety  and Security Committee, and the Board of Trustees. A plan of action is in place and will be shared with the Board of Trustees.

Description:  INFO: **A presentation regarding updates on Dual Language Academy achievement and growth. Specifically, information on the student bilingualism and biliteracy, academic achievement and their social-cultural competence, as well as teacher professional development will be provided for the Board of Trustees.

Description:  INFO: **A presentation regarding the 2026-2027 Budget Planning Calendar providing an overview of key milestones, timelines, and activities for the upcoming budget development process will be provided for the Board of Trustees.

Description:  INFO: **To provide Maintenance and Operations Department with the ability to purchase locksmith supplies on an as needed basis to support district-wide maintenance and operational needs. (Maximum $110,000.00 - Budgeted General Funds)

Description:  INFO: **This RFP is for WAN Services district-wide and is subject to the availability of funding from the Schools and Libraries Division and General Fund Budget. The Board of Trustees authorizes Administration to secure access to the necessary District funds for these "E-Rate" projects. (Maximum $546,624.00 per year plus any applicable surcharge fees - Budgeted General Fund/E-Rate Schools and Libraries Division Reimbursement)

Description:  INFO: **For an additional 1-year accordingly.

Description:  INFO: **Extend through February 22, 2027, which is the second and final possible extension. (Maximum $100,000.00 - Budgeted General Fund Budget)

Description:  INFO: **Extend through February 1, 2027, which is the first possible extension. (Maximum $40,000.00 - Budgeted General Fund)

Description:  INFO: **Extend through February 23, 2027, which is the second and final extension. (Maximum $ To be determined - Budgeted General Fund)

Description:  INFO: **This agreement supports Pharmacy Technician student internships at local Walgreens pharmacies. Students enrolled in the Health Professions Academy at Socorro High School spend half of their senior year completing a practicum, which includes an externship in an industry setting. Given that each business can host only one to three students, multiple partnerships are necessary to provide these valuable experiences. (No cost to the District)

Description:  INFO: **This amendment will secure additional funding in the amount of $1,156,558.00 to provide adult education services to eligible community members. (No cost to the District - 231 AEL Grant Funded)

Description:  INFO: **This is to provide current Socorro ISD employees with educational opportunities to pursue degrees in the areas of Speech Language Pathology, School Psychology, and other areas while continuing to work for the district. This agreement is one of the efforts to recruit and retain employees who may be able to fill critical positions within our District. (No cost to the District)

Description:  INFO: **This partnership is designed to expand professional development opportunities for District educators and staff, supporting advanced learning and leadership development. (No cost to the District)

Description:  INFO: **This is to provide a free health advocacy and leadership training program. This initiative is designed to improve students' knowledge and skills related to health and wellness; empower students to actively promote wellness among their peers; and to strengthen students' ability to advocate for vaccines. (No cost to the District)

Description:  INFO: **For the purpose of implementing a district-wide customer service and communication platform to improve operational efficiency, enhance stakeholder engagement, and ensure timely, accurate responses to inquiries. (Maximum $150,000 for Term 1; $150,000 for Term 2; and $150,000 for Term 3 - Budgeted General Funds)

Description:  INFO: **Administration recommends consideration and approval to renew the Interlocal Agreement as presented. Region 17 ESC is the coordinating center for the West Texas Food Service Cooperative. The district utilizes the cooperative for commodity entitlement, food expenditure, and paper goods. The District will benefit through cost savings, meeting bid law requirements, and receiving items meeting Child Nutrition program requirements. (Maximum $17,000,000.00 - Budgeted National School Lunch Program and USDA donated commodity and commercial dollars and Budgeted General Funds)

Description:  INFO: **To ensure continuity of services and support for students, including Speech Language Pathologists, Educational Diagnosticians, and Licensed Specialists in School Psychology. These services are critical as we continue efforts to recruit and fill these positions internally. (Maximum $110,000.00 - Budgeted Federal Funds)

Description:  INFO: **To purchase the annual recurring costs for all Maintenance, Support, and Data Plan for Traversa, Trip Tracker Software, GPS Telematics, Tyler Drive, and Ride 360 Application for the 2025-2026 School Year. (Maximum $276,574.71 - Budgeted General Funds)

Description:  INFO: **The donation will support expenses for the district-wide event that highlights the innovative use of technology in teaching and learning. 

Description:  INFO: **The donation will support field improvement and player safety.

Description:  INFO: **Each month, financial statements are prepared to provide the Board of Trustees a summary of the District's financial position.

Description:  INFO: **The SISD Foundation met on November 4, 2025, and unanimously selected the following individuals to fill the current vacancies.

Description:  INFO: **Submission of the SB 13-compliant recommended book list for board approval. The list includes new titles not previously owned or submitted, ensuring compliance with state law and district policy.

Description:  INFO: **The managing partner in charge of the audit for the accounting firm of Gibson, Ruddock, and Patterson LLC, Mrs. Vanessa Alarcon, will present the audit report for the Board's consideration.

Description:  INFO: **The Department of Human Resources will offer a notice of separation incentive in the amount of $2,500 to the first fifty (50) probationary, non-certified, and term contracted staff assigned to a school site, who submit a Notice of Voluntary Separation effective at the end of the 2025-2026 contract year to the Department of Human Resources on or before 5:00 p.m., on Monday, April 6, 2026.

Description:  INFO: **The Department of Facilities and Construction has completed their due diligence for the SISD District Wide Security Fencing and will present the origin contract sum, final deductive change order, final contract sum and final payment for the Board's acceptance.

Description:  INFO: **Administration recommends consideration and approval of the item as presented.