December 18, 2025 at 7:00 PM - Regular Board Meeting
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1. CALL TO ORDER AND OPENING PRAYER:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
The subjects to be discussed or considered or upon which any formal action may be taken are listed below. Items do not have to be addressed in the same order as shown on this meeting notice.
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2. PUBLIC COMMENT:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
All persons who address the Board at this time must sign up before the meeting begins.
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3. PUBLIC HEARING: SCHOOL FIRST REPORT
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent and Ms. Jessica Crabb, Asst. Superintendent
Description:
This public hearing will provide a review of the School Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas, known as School FIRST, for the 2024 to 2025 ratings based on 2023 to 2024 school year data. The presentation will outline the district’s current status and explain each component of the School FIRST rating, which evaluates the quality of the district’s financial management and reporting practices. Members of the public may offer comments regarding this report during the hearing. No vote is required for this agenda item.
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4. OPENING REMARKS BY THE SUPERINTENDENT:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Superintendent may have brief comments to the Board in the form of updates on recent or future activities, events, or areas of focus.
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5. CONSENT AGENDA:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
Unless removed from the consent agenda, items identified within the section agenda will be acted on together.
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5.a. Confirm upcoming Board meeting date(s):
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
Next Meeting Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026, Regular Meeting, 7:00 pm
Future Meeting Dates: Thursday, February 19, 2026, Regular Meeting, 7:00 pm Monday, March 23, 2026, Regular Meeting, 7:00 pm Monday, April 20, 2026, Regular Meeting, 7:00 pm Monday, May 18, 2026, Regular Meeting, 7:00 pm Monday, June 15, 2026, Budget Workshop at 6:00 pm; Regular meeting, 7:00 pm Monday, July 20, 2026, Regular Meeting, 7:00 pm |
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5.b. Minutes of previous meeting(s):
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
The minutes of the November 20, 2026, meeting are submitted for review and approval under the Consent Agenda, as presented, unless any corrections are noted.
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5.c. Assistant Superintendent Report:
Speaker(s):
Jessica Crabb, Asst. Superintendent/CFO
Description:
The Assistant Superintendent/CFO will provide an update on all relevant financial records including, (a) Board Report, (b) Cafeteria Report, (c) Check Report, (d) Investment Report, (e) Tax Report, and other information as needed.
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5.d. EPEC Report:
Speaker(s):
Kris Lamm, EPEC Director, or Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The EPEC Director(s) will provide an update for the special education cooperative and the Lorenzo Independent School District students served in the Cooperative.
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5.e. Teaching and Learning Report:
Speaker(s):
Amanda Haire, Director of Teaching and Learning or Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Director of Teaching and Learning will provide an update for Pre-K through Grade 12 to include important initiatives, programs, activities, assessment data, and key occurrences.
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5.f. Student Success Report:
Speaker(s):
Kelcey Wormsbaker, Director of Student Success/Principal, or Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Secondary Principal will provide an update for Grades 6 through Grade 12, including important initiatives, programs, activities, assessment data, and key occurrences.
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5.g. Athletic Report:
Speaker(s):
Brian Sepkowitz, Athletic Director, or Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Athletic Director will provide an update on athletics, including, upcoming games, important initiatives, programs, activities, key occurrences.
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5.h. Safety and Security Report:
Speaker(s):
Adam Ortiz, Dir. of Safety and Security, or Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Director of Safety and School Security will provide a general update concerning areas of need, recent achievements, and safety and school security initiatives.
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5.i. Technology Report:
Speaker(s):
Danny Thomas, Director of IT, or Dr. Gregory C. Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Technology Director will provide an update on technology, including, important initiatives, programs, activities, key occurrences, recent purchases, and hardware, software, or infrastructure needs.
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5.j. Operations Report:
Speaker(s):
Omar Villegas, Director of Operations, or Dr. Gregory C. Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Operations Director will provide an update on maintenance, custodial, and transportation-related initiatives and key occurrences.
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5.k. Guidance and Counseling Report:
Speaker(s):
Angela Moreno, District counselor, or Jessica Crabb, Assistant Superintendent
Description:
The District Counselor will provide an update concerning current guidance and counseling initiatives, including student support services, academic and career counseling, social-emotional learning programs, and data on student engagement and wellness. The report will also highlight ongoing efforts to address student needs through prevention programs, individual and group counseling sessions, and coordination with staff and community resources to promote student success and well-being.
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5.l. Health and Wellness Report:
Speaker(s):
Laura West, Direct Nurse, or Jessica Crabb, Asst. Superintendent/CFO
Description:
The School Nurse will provide an update on our school nursing program, including current initiatives, activities, key occurrences, and any specific concerns related to outbreaks or illnesses resulting in higher-than-normal employee and or student absence.
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6. DISCUSSION ITEMS:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
These agenda items may include a presentation and discussion of an item to provide the Board with important information. No action will be taken on these items.
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6.a. PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION OF LORENZO ISD POLICE DEPARTMENT AUTHORIZATION BY THE TEXAS COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT(TCOLE):
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent, and Mr. Adam Ortiz, Dir. of Safety and Security
Description:
This item provides the Board with an update on the authorization status of the Lorenzo ISD Police Department through the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement, known as TCOLE. The presentation will outline required steps for authorization, current progress, compliance measures, and anticipated timelines. The discussion will allow the Board to review the department’s readiness, operational structure, and any additional actions needed to ensure full TCOLE authorization.
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6.b. PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION CONCERNING THE MAY 2026 BOARD ELECTION:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
This agenda item will present to the Board the proposed process and timeline for the upcoming May 2026 election for members of the Board of Trustees. Topics will include: confirmation of election date; required legal and administrative steps (such as candidate filing period, notice requirements, and ballot preparation); candidate eligibility and filing procedures; timeline for public notice, application deadlines, early voting/campaign-finance filings; and contingency planning (e.g., run-off elections, unopposed races).
The presentation is intended to ensure that the district is fully prepared to comply with applicable provisions of the Texas Election Code and Texas Education Code, provide transparency to the public and potential candidates, and allow the Board to discuss and adopt necessary resolutions or policies to implement the election. |
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6.c. PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION OF THE RIGHT-SIZING PLAN:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
Superintendent Nelson will provide the Board with an overview of the district’s right-sizing plan. The presentation will outline the right-sizing process. The discussion will include the goals of maintaining high-quality instruction, ensuring efficient use of district-wide resources, and positioning the district for long-term stability.
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6.d. PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION OF THE LASO 4 GRANT, BLUEBONNET MATH YEAR 2 IMPLEMENTATION, AND POTENTIAL ADOPTION OF HIGH-QUALITY INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR RLA.
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The presentation will include an update on the LASO 4 Grant and its projected impact on district-wide instructional capacity, a review of the second year of implementation for Bluebonnet Math, and information regarding the potential adoption of a High-Quality Instructional Material, known as HQIM, for Reading Language Arts at appropriate grade levels.
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6.e. DISCUSSION CONCERNING EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE AND PERSONNEL UPDATE:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Superintendent will provide the Board with a personnel update regarding employee staffing, employee performance, and related HR matters. This item may be discussed in Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.074. |
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6.f. PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION REGARDING THE SUPERINTENDENT'S APPRAISAL DUE JANUARY 2026:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
The Board with discuss the upcoming Superintendent’s appraisal, scheduled for January 2026. The presentation will review the required components of the evaluation process, the established Board-approved instrument, timelines for completing each phase, and expectations for Board participation.
The discussion will also outline how district-wide goals, student outcomes, and leadership indicators will be incorporated into the appraisal, along with any preparatory materials that Board members will need to complete before the January meeting. This item may be discussed in Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.074. |
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7. ACTION ITEMS:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
These agenda items may include a presentation and discussion of an item with a request for approval. The Board may take action to approve or reject these items.
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7.a. PRESENTATION AND APPROVAL OF THE THREE-YEAR DISTRICT SAFETY AND SECURITY AUDIT:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Administration will present the completed Three-Year District Safety and Security Audit, conducted on November 13, 2025, by the external safety auditor as required by Texas Education Code Chapter 37. The report provides a comprehensive review of district-wide safety practices, emergency procedures, facilities, staff training, communication systems, and compliance with state safety requirements.
Key components of the audit include the district’s emergency operations plan, facility assessments, visitor and access control systems, surveillance capabilities, student and staff safety procedures, and documented emergency drills. The audit highlights areas of strength such as staff responsiveness, emergency preparation, communication systems, and campus climate, as well as recommendations for continued improvement. Board approval is required for submission of the final report to the Texas School Safety Center. |
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8. EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
The Board may convene in Executive Session to discuss any item listed on this agenda if it is authorized by law to be discussed in closed session. Executive Session will be held under the authority of the Texas Government Code, including but not limited to: • Section 551.071, Consultation with Attorney The Board will take any action resulting from the Executive Session in open session. |
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9. CLOSING REMARKS BY THE SUPERINTENDENT:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Superintendent may have brief comments to the Board of Trustees prior to closing the meeting.
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10. ADJOURNMENT:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
If no further discussion or action remains, the meeting will be dismissed by a majority vote of the Board of Trustees.
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11. PUBLIC POSTING:
This notice was posted on Friday, December 12, 2025, at 5:00 pm, in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act by Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent, Lorenzo ISD.
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
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