November 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Agenda of Regular Meeting
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1. CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM
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2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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3. SUPERINTENDENT'S COMMENTS
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3.A. Announcement of New Personnel
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3.B. District Initiatives/Events
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4. BOARD HONORS
Presenter:
Presenter: Daniel Escobar
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4.A. Socorro ISD students will be recognized for winning the 4th Annual SISD Dia De Los Muertos Showcase
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4.B. The Americas High School Tennis Team will be recognized for winning 2026 UIL 2-5A District and 5A Bi-District Championships
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4.C. The El Dorado and Eastlake High School Volleyball Teams will be recognized for winning 2026 UIL Championships
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4.D. The Americas High School Boys Cross Country Team will be recognized for winning the 2026 UIL 2-5A District Championship
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5. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
Presenter:
Presenter: Daniel Escobar
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5.A. Three Socorro ISD Librarians will be recognized for participating in the Texas Bluebonnet Award Selection Committee, Maverick Reading List Selection Committee and the Texans Leadership Development Institute (TALL).
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5.B. The Socorro ISD Assistant Fine Arts Director will be recognized for earning the 2026 Texas Art Education Association Supervision/Administration Award
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6. BOARD OF TRUSTEES BUSINESS
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6.A. Consideration and approval of an Order canvassing the returns and declaring the results of the November 3, 2026 Tax Ratification Election
Presenter:
Presenter: Legal Counsel
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7. OPEN FORUM
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8. PUBLIC HEARING
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8.A. Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) for 2025-2026
Presenter:
Presenter: David C. Solis
Description:
INFO: **The Board of Trustees is required to conduct a public hearing on the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas for the District.
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9. DISTRICT REPORTS
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9.A. District Goal #2 Early Math
Presenter:
Presenters: Sergio Maldonado and Jina Pacheco
Description:
INFO: **This presentation will provide data on District Goal #2: Early Math and Progress Measures.
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9.B. Districtwide Intruder Detection Audit Report Findings
Presenter:
Presenter: Paul Solis III
Description:
INFO: **An Intruder Detection Audit was conducted in the district by Region 19 ESC. Findings will be shared with the District's 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.
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9.C. Evaluation of Bilingual Program Effectiveness
Presenter:
Presenter: Joanne Anguiano
Description:
INFO: **It is an evaluation report that demonstrates whether the LIEP (Language Instructional Education Program) supported ELs in meeting English language proficiency standards and the challenging academic standards. |
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9.D. Financial Update and Quarterly Investment Report for the Quarter Ending September 30, 2026, and Update on the Series 2026 Bond Refunding
Presenter:
Presenter: David C. Solis
Description:
INFO: **A financial update and the Quarterly Investment Report for the quarter ending September 30, 2026, will be presented to the Board of Trustees, providing an overview of the District’s financial position and investment performance. The presentation will also include an update on the Series 2026 bond refunding, priced on October 26, 2026. |
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10. CONSENT AGENDA
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10.A. Consider approval of Board Meeting Minutes
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10.A.1. October 13, 2026 Board of Trustees Briefing Meeting
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10.A.2. October 20, 2026 Regular Board of Trustees Meeting
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10.A.3. November 5, 2026 Special Board of Trustees Meeting
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10.B. Consider approval of Budget Amendments
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10.B.1. Amendments for November 17, 2026
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10.C. Consider approval of Contracts
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10.C.1. Interlocal Agreement - El Paso County Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program (JJAEP)
Description:
INFO: **The purpose is to provide for the establishment and administration of the El Paso County JJAEP under the authority of the Board and in accordance with applicable TJJD requirements. SISD shall provide the facility, educational personnel, educational services, and other operational support specified in this Agreement for the operation of the JJAEP. (No cost to the District)
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10.C.2. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and Agreement - Texas Tech, Health Partnership
Description:
INFO: **A collaborative partnership to promote health education, student wellness, health awareness, and career exploration opportunities for students and families through the District's Facilitating Opportunities Program. (No cost to the District - Grant Funded)
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10.D. Consider approval of Purchasing Cooperatives and Purchases Over $100,000
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10.D.1. TIPS Contract #260105 - Tyler Technologies, Transportation Department
Description:
INFO: **To purchase the annual recurring costs of all maintenance, support and data plan for Traversa, Trip Tracker software, GPS Telematics, Tyler Drive, and Ride 360 application for the 2026-2027 School Year. (Maximum $295,421.98 - Budgeted General Funds)
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10.E. Consider approval of No Objection/Letter of Acknowledgment
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10.E.1. Better Together on 2260 N. Zaragoza Road, Suite C
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10.F. Consider approval of Financial Report and Quarterly Investment Report as of September 30, 2026
Description:
INFO: **A financial update and the Quarterly Investment Report as of September 30, 2026, will be presented to the Board of Trustees, providing an overview of the District’s financial position and investment performance for the quarter.
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10.G. Consider approval of Revisions to Local Policy
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10.G.1. CDC (Local) - Other Revenues/Gifts and Solicitations
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10.H. Consider approval of New Positions Request
Description:
INFO: **New positions based on staffing needs.
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11. NEW BUSINESS
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11.A. Consider and adopt a Tax Rate Resolution for Tax Year 2026 to support the FY2026-2027 Operating Budget
Presenter:
Presenter: David C. Solis
Description:
INFO: **Administration recommends approval of the Resolution to levy or set the tax rate for Tax Year 2026.
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11.B. Discussion and possible action regarding El Paso Electric Company Easement for Transportation Electric Buses, Highland Electric Fleets
Presenter:
Presenter: Liliana Fierro
Description:
INFO: **Administration recommends approval of the El Paso Electric Company Easement for the additional Electric School Buses and Charging Infrastructure.
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12. EXECUTIVE SESSION
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12.A. The meeting is to be closed for discussion regarding the legal background information (FBI Rap Back) for a current employee, J. G., Teacher at Benito Martinez Elementary School and to receive Intruder Detection Audit Report Findings for District campus(es) under Texas Government Code Sections 55.071, 551.074 and 551.076.
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13. NEW BUSINESS (CONTINUED)
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13.A. Discussion and possible action to address the legal background information (FBI Rap Back) for a current employee, J. G., Teacher at Benito Martinez Elementary School
Presenter:
Presenter: Legal Counsel
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14. ADJOURN
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