May 20, 2024 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting

Description:  It has been found and determined that in accordance with the policies and orders of the Board, the notice of this meeting was posted publicly at the Administration Building in accordance with the terms and provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Section 551.001 et. seq., and that all of the terms of said article have been fully complied with and that the 72-hour notice required has been properly and correctly given.

Description:  At this time, the Board will listen to comments from the public and others regarding both agenda action items and items that are not on the agenda. No action may be taken on non-agenda items. Public participation is limited to the designated open forum portion of a regular meeting. Any person wishing to address the Board concerning an item on the agenda for an open meeting must register with the Board secretary by email at egilpin@hfhorns.net no later than 10:00 a.m. the day of the Board meeting.  Any person wishing to address the Board concerning an item not on the Agenda can register with the Board Secretary at any time prior to the Board meeting.  Speakers will not be permitted to criticize HFISD employees, whether addressing the Board on an Agenda item or a subject not on the posted Agenda.

Description:  As a result of the ongoing bond projects, the board will continue to receive monthly updates and information throughout the life of the projects to their completion.
The administration, architects, and/or the CMaR will discuss general items and answer questions for the board.  In addition, specific items will be discussed relating, but not limited to, consideration of extending the CMaR’s substantial complete date, the construction progress to date, and approving potential change orders.  
 

Description:  The position is currently held by Nicholas Phillips (Nederland ISD).  Phillips has indicated that he will be seeking reelection.  The term of this position is for three years beginning at the close of the 224 Annual TASA/TASB Convention and expiring after Convention 2027.

A TASB Director represents his or her region on the Board, guiding the organization to ensure that the Association fulfills its mission to provide advocacy, visionary leadership, and high-quality services to you, our members.
Nomination must be received by TASB no later than Monday July 1, 2024. 
 

Description:  Hamshire-Fannett ISD has been through the District of Innovation process including the following procedures:
1. Feb 28, 2024- DOI informational meeting with DOI committee
2. March 1, 2024- Post DOI draft plan on district website for 30 days
3. March 25, 2024- Board meeting information and feedback
4. April 10, 2024- Public meeting with DOI committee over plan including any feedback about the draft plan
5. April 22, 2024- Board discusses and adopts a proposed innovation plan including any amendments by an affirmative 2/3 vote
6. April 23, 2024- Post DOI final plan on district website for 30 days
7. May 20, 2024, board meeting- Board ratifies the final DOI plan
8. District notifies the commissioner of approval of the plan and a list of the exemptions/innovations
9. Not more than 15 days after the date the board approves the plan, the
district provides TEA with a copy of the plan for posting on the TEA website.

Possible ratification of the final district of innovation plan by 2/3 majority of members.
The final plan will be implemented from the 2024-2025 school year until the 2028-2029 school year. (5 years)

Description:  In the wake of an extreme teacher shortage, school districts, institutions of higher education, non-profits, and state agencies have looked for innovative ways to close the teacher hiring gap.  Looking through this lens, Hamshire-Fannett ISD has partnered with U.S. Prep, Region 5 Education Service Center, and Lamar University to develop teacher residencies within the district and hopefully capitalize on the recruiting opportunities available in hosting teacher residents. In addition, district administrators are working to create other innovative staffing models to increase teacher recruitment and retention.
The administration will discuss and present a brief overview of previous information regarding the Lamar University partnership.  In addition, the administration will update the board on the most recent progress and partnerships.

Description:  The board has asked for an update on the maintenance layout and procedures to be presented at the upcoming board meeting.  We will delve into the different aspects and intricacies of maintenance flows and processes.

Description: 

The Board of Trustees have been supplied with detailed background information regarding each item of business on the "Consent Agenda" if one is so indicated, or it has been discussed at a previous meeting of the Board. All items will be acted upon by one vote without being discussed separately.  If requested by a Board member, individual items may be removed from the"Consent Agenda" to be discussed and voted upon separately.  All items are as recommended by the Superintendent.

Description:  In conjunction with Hamshire-Fannett ISD Board policy, it is a requirement that the minutes of the previous Board meeting(s) be approved by the Board at a subsequent Board Meeting.

A copy of the minutes is included in each Board member’s agenda packet for perusal and awaits Board action.
 

Description:   It is a customary and accepted Board procedure as a standard order of business at regular Board meetings for the Board to take action in relation to the approval of expenditures for the elapsed period since the last Board meeting.

Pertinent information relating to the financial condition of the District and the resolution of district indebtedness is provided for Board perusal and utilization.

Description:  K-12 Science and certain CTE textbooks are being adopted to be implemented in the 2024-2025 school year. Each textbook will be adopted for an 8 year period.
K-12 Science Adoption
K-2: STEMScopes
Kindergarten, 1st grade and 2nd grade teachers would like to adopt Accelerate Learning’s STEMScopes for their science adoption for the next 8 years. STEMScopes meets 100% of the TEKS and ELPS for
these grade levels. These teachers also agreed that of the different publishers they viewed,
STEMScopes was the most developmentally appropriate for their grade levels. The teachers also want the hands-on kits as the state recommends that 80% of their science class be dedicated to outdoor and
in-class investigations. The adoption will cost $56,141.95.
3-5: HMH Into Science
Third, fourth, and fifth grade science teachers would like to adopt HMH Texas Into Science. They liked that it was a familiar platform as their students currently use HMH Texas Into Reading. HMH TX into
Science meets 100% of the TEKS and ELPS for these grade levels. These textbooks meet 100% on all categories for the Texas Resource Review. With science TEKS changing for next year, HMH has a lot of
built-in phenomena and engaging activities. The teachers also want the hands-on kits as the state recommends that 50% of their science class be dedicated to outdoor and in-class investigations. The
adoption will cost $77,262.18
6-12: Mc-Graw-Hill
Sixth through twelfth grade science teachers chose to adopt McGraw-Hill Texas Science. McGraw-Hill meets 100% percent of the TEKS and ELPS for these grade levels. The secondary teachers like the idea
of being aligned 6th through 12th grade. They also felt that this textbook had higher rigor and covered the topics more thoroughly than the others they saw. This adoption will cost $65,544.30 for 6th through 8th
and $62,070.45 for 9th through 12th including Anatomy and Physiology.
The overall total for 6-12 would be $127,614.75.
Overall Total for the K-12 Science Adoption $261,018.13

CTE Adoption
Forensic Science:

The forensic science teacher chose to adopt Cengage Learning with National Geographic’s Forensic Science Fundamentals and Investigations. This particular textbook is used by many schools in our area and has received many positive reviews from teachers who are currently implementing it in their classrooms. It has many different options for labs for each chapter, including virtual labs for those that
can’t be done in class. The adoption will cost $15,328.69.

6th grade Technology Applications:
We do not currently have a teacher in this role, so this was shown to Mrs. Overton and Ms. Smith to review. These teachers felt that Learning.com was the best option out there that covered 100% of the new technology application TEKS. This will provide a new teacher with a great foundation for coming into this role for the year. This adoption will cost $9,620.00.
Principles of Applied Engineering:
The teacher has chosen Pearson’s Introduction to Engineering for Texas. He felt it was the best one out of the publishers he saw as the units were better aligned with the TEKS. He felt it was more thorough and had better explanations. This adoption will cost $2,549.85.
Health Science:
The teacher has chosen to go with Goodheart-Wilcox. . She has used this textbook for the last few years and would like to continue to do so. The adoption will costs $9256,56

The overall total for the CTE adoption is: $36,755.10
The grand total of the Science-CTE adoption combined is: $297,773.23
 

Description:  Board Policy CH (LOCAL) requires budgeted purchases of goods or services costing $25,000 or more, regardless of whether the goods or services are competitively purchased, require Board approval before a transaction may take place.
Due to increase in the amount of repairs needed to student chromebooks;
Chromebook Parts increased from $50,000 to $75,000

Description:  Each month the board is provided an update of donations received. However, due to the amounts and varying purposes, the board may want to accept these gifts.
Donations received for various things:
1 Green Acres $100.00 check for Teacher Appreciation - Elementary Activity
2 Fannett Liquor $100.00 check for Teacher Appreciation - Elementary Activity
3 Hamshire-Fannett Little Dribblers $1,274.04 check Elementary to tint the gym
windows and Outdoor/Indoor Hydration Stations valued at $600.00
4 Trevor Lee Memorial Marsh Fest $3,000.00 check for the HF Longhorn Fishing Team
5 Rebecca and Cody Carter $500.00 check for FFA in honor of their son Ryan Todd Carter Class of 2002

Description:  Board Policy CH (LOCAL) requires budgeted purchases of goods or services costing $25,000 or more, regardless of whether the goods or services are competitively purchased, and requires Board approval before a transaction may take place.
To continue the district's CTE growth, laptops will be purchased for the CTE extension at the Middle School campus and the purchase of desktops to update a CTE lab at the high school.
1 Dell - 60 laptops with additional adaptors $71,242.20
2. Dell - 22 desktops $18,057.60

Description:  The elementary school LG HVAC system first came online in 2017. The unit is now without warranty and is in need of routine and major repairs.
The school district has investigated options that will help the LG system reach its proper lifespan as well as mitigate downtime and the cost of repairs.
1. (8) Air Monitoring Devices -- TOTAL COST = 10,259.00

2. (4) Commercial Grade Heat-Pump -- TOTAL COST = $18,498.41

Description:  The Board May Convene into Closed (executive) session, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, TX Govt. Code 551.001, Subchapters D and E or Texas Govt Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting.  All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.
 

Description:  The district currently has one or more vacant positons.  Interviews are currently being conducted, and the Superintendent will bring recommendations for the position(s) to this Board meeting, if feasible.

Any action, decision or final vote with regard to any matter considered in such closed session, shall be made in open session.

Description: 

The District currently has one or more vacant positions.  Interviews are currently being conducted, and the Superintendent will bring recommendations for the position(s) to this Board Meeting, if feasible.

Description:  It is possible that one or more resignations could be in the process of being submitted to the Superintendent.
If received, the Superintendent will present letters of resignation for board information.