January 17, 2024 at 6:45 PM - Regular Meeting

Call to Order/Roll Call:
This Agenda has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meeting Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551, Sub chapters D and E. This is to verify that the provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code 551.001 et. seq., have been complied with in connection with the public notice of the meeting. The subjects to be discussed or considered upon which any formal action may be taken are listed below and may be taken in any order.

Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance:

Citizen Communication:

Public Comment:
Pursuant to the newly enacted Texas Government Code Section 551.007, the Board will hear public comment at every meeting and will allow members of the public to speak on any agenda item posted for consideration by the Board at that meeting.  The Board may limit the amount of time allotted to each speaker in order to allow an opportunity for everyone to speak who wishes to do so, and to maintain order and efficiency in its meetings.  Anyone wishing to sign up to speak in public comment must do so not later than the start of the meeting.

Recognitions and Introductions:

1. Student Recognition

2. Staff Recognition

3. School Board Appreciation

Adoption of Consent Agenda:

1. Approval of the following Minutes:

1.A. December 13, 2023 Regular Meeting

2. Approval of Financial Report

3. Approve updated Interlocal Cooperation Agreement For Athletic Field Use with the City of Poth

Action Items:

1. Discuss and consider acceptance of the 2022-2023 Financial Audit and Compliance Report from Lovvorn & Kieschnick, LLP, Certified Public Accountants

2. Discuss and consider approval of a donation from the Poth Education Foundation for the Elementary leveled reading library

3. Discuss and consider approval of an Order Calling a General Election

4. Consider and take possible action regarding employment and volunteer policies in accordance with SB 763

Communication Items:

1. Information Items

1.A. Business and Operations Update

1.A.a. Monthly Tax Collections Report

1.A.b. Revenues and Expenditures

1.A.c. Cash Position By Bank

1.A.d. Budget and Forecasting

1.A.e. 2023 Elementary Renovation Project Update

1.B. Superintendent Update

1.B.a. Enrollment

1.B.b. Upcoming Events

Closed Session:
Closed Session will be held for purposes permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government code Section 551, Subchapters D and E a. Gov't Code 551.071, 551.074, 551.082, and 551.0821

1. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071, attorney consultation regarding legal issues related to parent grievance.

2. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Sections 551.074, 551.082, and 551.0821, hear and consider Level Three grievance parent grievance.

3. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071, attorney consultation regarding legal issues related to employment and contract of new superintendent.

4. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074 discuss the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, or discipline of District employees

Reconvene Open Session:

1. Consider and take possible action regarding Level Three parent grievance.

2. Consider and take possible action related to employment and contract of new superintendent.

3. Consider and take possible action on the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, or discipline of District employees

Adjournment