October 19, 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:
At regular Board meetings, the Board shall permit public comment, regardless of whether the topic is an item on the agenda posted with notice of the meeting. Individuals who wish to participate during the Open Comment portion of the meeting shall sign up with the presiding officer or designee before the meeting begins as specified in the Board’s procedures on public comment and shall indicate the agenda item or topic on which they wish to address the Board. An individual’s comments to the Board shall not exceed three minutes per meeting.
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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:
November 19, 2026 (Proposed Change to November 16, 2026, to Canvass the Votes) Future Meeting Dates: Thursday, December 17, 2026 Thursday, January 21, 2027 Thursday, February 18, 2027 Tuesday, March 23, 2027 Tuesday, April 20, 2027 Monday, May 17, 2027 Monday, June 28, 2027 |
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6.b. Minutes of previous meeting(s):
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
The minutes of the September 19, 2026 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, or Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
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. 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.e. 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.f. 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.g. Health and Wellness Report:
Speaker(s):
LaMaunika Rackley, 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.h. 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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6.i. 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.j. Principal's Report - Student Life, Student Learning, and Student Success:
Speaker(s):
Rebecca Mewborn, Principal, or Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The principal will provide the Board with an update on Pre-K through Grade 12, including student engagement and academic growth, instructional priorities and initiatives, assessment results, programs and activities, campus accomplishments, and other significant events or developments.
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6.k. Technology Report:
Speaker(s):
Kelcey Wormsbaker, Technology Director 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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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. DISCUSSION CONCERNING COMMUNITY MEETING, DISTRICT FACILITY AND RESOURCE NEEDS, AND THE NOVEMBER 3, 2026, BOND AND VOTER-APPROVAL TAX RATE ELECTIONS:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent; Representatives from MWM Architects
Description:
The Administration will provide the Board of Trustees with an update regarding the District's ongoing community engagement efforts, identified facility and resource needs, and the upcoming November 3, 2026 Bond Election and Voter-Approval Tax Rate Election (VATRE). The discussion will include a review of the October 15, 2026 community meeting, information shared with stakeholders, questions and feedback received from community members, and ongoing efforts to provide factual information concerning the District's facility conditions, proposed improvements, financial considerations, and resource needs. The Board will have an opportunity to discuss the District's identified needs, community feedback, and informational activities associated with the upcoming elections. This item is provided for informational purposes only. No Board action will be taken. |
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8. 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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9. 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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9.a. CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF TAX-FORECLOSED PROPERTY RESALE REQUEST FOR PROPERTY ID R10157:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Administration will present for Board consideration a request from Texas Communities Group regarding the proposed resale of tax-foreclosed property identified as Property ID R10157. Texas Communities Group has indicated that approval from Lorenzo ISD is the remaining taxing-entity approval needed to proceed with the proposed property transaction. Supporting documentation, including the property's tax deed and property identification card, has been provided for review. The Board will consider the request and determine whether to authorize the District's approval of the proposed property resale. |
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9.b. CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF THE 2026-2027 LORENZO ISD DISTRICT IMPROVEMENT PLAN:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent and Jessica Crabb, Asst. Superintendent/CFO
Description:
The Administration will present the 2026-2027 Lorenzo ISD District Improvement Plan for Board consideration and approval. The plan identifies the District's goals, priorities, strategies, and performance objectives designed to support student achievement, instructional improvement, school operations, and continuous improvement. The Administration will provide an overview of the plan, including the District's identified needs, improvement strategies, and measures for monitoring progress throughout the school year. The Administration recommends approval of the 2026-2027 District Improvement Plan as presented. |
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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 on October 13, 2026 at 2:30 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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