July 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM - Regular Board Meeting
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1. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
The Board President officially opens the meeting, establishes a quorum if present, and calls the meeting to order at the stated time.
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2. INVOCATION:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
A brief invocation is offered to open the meeting.
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3. VERIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH OPEN MEETING LAW:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
This item certifies that the meeting was properly posted and conducted in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, as required by Texas Government Code, Section 551.001.
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4. PUBLIC COMMENT:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
Members of the public who wish to address the Board during the Public Comment portion of the meeting must sign in prior to the start of the meeting. Public comment will be conducted in accordance with Board policy and established procedures.
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5. OPENING REMARKS BY THE SUPERINTENDENT:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Superintendent provides brief opening remarks to set the context and tone for the meeting.
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6. CONSENT AGENDA:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
Items listed on the Consent Agenda are considered routine and are approved together in a single action, unless a Board member requests an item be removed for separate discussion or consideration.
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6.a. Confirm upcoming Board meeting date(s):
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
Next Meeting Date: August 17, 2026 at 7:00 pm
Future Meeting Dates: To Be Updated |
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6.b. Minutes of previous meeting(s):
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
The minutes of the (PREVIOUS MEETING DATE) meeting are submitted for review and approval under the Consent Agenda, as presented, unless any corrections are noted.
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6.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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6.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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6.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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6.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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6.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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6.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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6.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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6.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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6.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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6.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.m. HUMAN RESOURCES REPORT:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Board receives updates and information related to staffing, personnel actions, and human resources operations.
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7. DISCUSSION ITEMS:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
Items presented for Board discussion, information sharing, and consideration, with no formal action taken unless otherwise noted.
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7.a. PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION REGARDING PRE-BOND PLANNING AND FACILITY IMPROVEMENT UPDATES:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Administration and representatives from MWM Architects will provide an update regarding ongoing pre-bond planning activities, facility assessments, and the development of potential future capital improvement projects. The presentation will include a review of work completed to date, current planning efforts, identified facility needs, and preliminary concepts under consideration for future district improvements. Representatives from MWM Architects will discuss the planning process, facility evaluation findings, project development considerations, estimated timelines, and next steps associated with long-range facility planning. Information regarding stakeholder engagement opportunities, facility priorities, and potential project options may also be presented. The Board will have an opportunity to discuss the information presented, ask questions, and provide feedback regarding the district's ongoing facility planning efforts and future capital improvement considerations. |
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7.b. PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION REGARDING A PROPOSED SPECIAL BOARD MEETING ON AUGUST 11, 2026:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Administration will present information and discuss scheduling a Special Board Meeting for Tuesday, August 11, 2026, to coincide with the third and final meeting of the Lorenzo ISD Facilities and Resources Committee. The purpose of the Special Board Meeting is to allow the full Board of Trustees to participate in the committee's final meeting, hear the information presented throughout the committee process, receive stakeholder input and recommendations, and gain a comprehensive understanding of the committee's discussions regarding the District's long-range facilities and resource planning efforts. No formal Board action regarding facility improvements, capital projects, or future bond or tax elections will be considered or taken during the Special Board Meeting. The meeting is intended solely to receive information, hear the committee's recommendations regarding facility improvement priorities, and prepare the Board for future deliberation and potential action at a subsequent Board meeting. |
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8. ACTION ITEMS:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
Items presented for Board consideration and possible approval that require formal Board action. |
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8.a. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF LOW ATTENDANCE WAIVER DAYS FOR THE 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) allows school districts to request waivers for instructional days in which student attendance falls below the state threshold due to circumstances beyond the district’s control. The following dates during the 2025-2026 school year had attendance below 90%: TBDDistrict administration recommends submitting waiver requests to the TEA for these days to mitigate the impact on average daily attendance funding. |
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8.b. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION TO APPROVE PAYMENT OF CERTAIN NON-DISCRETIONARY CONTRACTUAL OBLIGATIONS AND GRANT-FUNDED PURCHASES:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
Description: The Administration recommends approval of payment for the following non-discretionary contractual obligations and grant-funded purchases. These expenditures represent either annual contractual renewals necessary to maintain district operations or purchases that have been ordered, delivered, and/or invoiced in accordance with approved grant programs. Where applicable, the expenditures will be paid from the appropriate federal, state, or local grant funding source. The requested payments include:
The Administration recommends approval of these payments to ensure continuity of district operations, fulfillment of contractual obligations, timely payment of invoices, and compliance with applicable grant requirements. |
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8.c. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION TO APPROVE RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A DISTRICT EMPLOYEE TO POSSESS A FIREARM UNDER POLICY CKED(LOCAL):
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
Dr. Gregory C. Nelson will present for Board consideration a resolution authorizing a designated district employee to possess a concealed handgun on District property, at school-sponsored or school-related events, and at Board meetings in accordance with Policy CKED(LOCAL).
Policy CKED(LOCAL) requires Board action to approve each individual authorized to carry a firearm as part of the district’s Guardian Program. The designated employee has met or will meet all required criteria, including appropriate licensure and completion of required training in accordance with district policy and administrative procedures. The authorized individual will be permitted to carry a concealed handgun for the purpose of responding to emergency situations that pose a threat of serious bodily harm, including active threats and other critical incidents. Authorization is subject to Superintendent oversight and may be revoked at any time in accordance with Board policy. In alignment with safety and security best practices, the identity of the authorized employee will be considered in closed session in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act to maintain confidentiality and program integrity. This item may be discussed in closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code §§ 551.076 and 551.089, regarding deliberations related to security personnel, security devices, security audits, and school safety measures. |
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8.d. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION TO AMEND, EXTEND, AND/OR OTHERWISE MODIFY THE SUPERINTENDENT'S EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, President
Description:
The Board will discuss and may take action to amend, extend, or otherwise modify the Superintendent’s employment contract, following consultation in executive session.
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9. POSSIBLE REQUEST TO MOVE TO CLOSED MEETING:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
The Board may convene in Closed Session to discuss any item on this agenda when authorized by law. Any closed session will be held in accordance with the Texas Government Code, including, but not limited to, the following provisions: • Section 551.071, Consultation with Attorney Any action resulting from discussions held in closed session will be taken in open session. |
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10. CLOSING REMARKS BY THE SUPERINTENDENT:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Superintendent provides brief closing remarks and final updates to conclude the meeting.
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11. ADJOURNMENT:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
The Board President formally adjourns the meeting.
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12. PUBLIC POSTING:
This notice was posted at 4:10 p.m. on July 14, 2026, 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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