October 1, 2026 at 11:30 AM - Regular Meeting
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1. Call to Order
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2. Invocation
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3. Roll Call
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4. Audience
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5. Informational Items
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6. Director Reports
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6.a) Dr. Dewitt Smith - Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer
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6.b) Britt Hayes - Chief Financial Officer
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6.b)1) Financial Statement
Description:
The Financial Report is shown in three sections. The first is the Financial Statement, which shows the budget to actual variances for both revenues and expenditures. The Statement of Position uses projected revenues and expenditures to estimate a fund balance at fiscal year-end, August 31, 2027. The third page is an investment report, which reflects investment balances, interest earned and shows a comparison of our interest rates to market trends.
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6.b)2) Amanda Magallan - Associate Director of Federal Programs & Leadership
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6.b)3) Casey Ritchie - Chief Technology Officer
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6.c) Linda Jolly - Executive Advisor
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6.d) Jill Rivera - Associate Director of Instruction & School Support
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6.e) Chris Enriquez - Chief Instructional Technology & Analytics Officer
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7. Consent Agenda
Description:
Region 18 is asking the Board to approve the following items via consent agenda:
a) Consider Approval of Minutes for August 20, 2026, Board Meeting b) Consider Approval of Budget Amendment #1 c) Consider Approval of 2026-2027 Regional Advisory Committees d) Consider Approval of Interlocal Agreement for Effective District Framework Diagnostics |
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8. Action Items
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8.a) Consider Adoption of Region 18 2026-2027 Business Plan
Description:
The 2026-2027 Business Plan outlines Region 18's strategic priorities, goals, and performance measures for the year. The plan aligns with Region 18's mission and guides the programs and services provided to school districts and charter schools across the region. It establishes clear, measurable objectives and provides a framework for accountability and continuous improvement throughout the 2026-2027 year.
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9. Executive Session
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9.a) Personnel
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9.b) Consultation with Region 18 ESC general counsel to seek and receive legal advice regarding pending legal matters including, but not limited to, personnel matters and/or pending or contemplated litigation. (Closed Session under Tex. Gov't Code 551.071)
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10. Adjourn Meeting
Description:
The next Regular meeting of the Region 18 ESC Board of Directors is scheduled for December 3, 2026.
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