January 20, 2026 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 3 working days 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 general contractor 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 contractor’s completion timeline, the construction progress to date, and approving potential change orders. In addition, the board will consider scheduling a site visit.
 

Description:  By Texas Education Agency statute, it is a State requirement that all school districts be audited by an independent firm on an annual basis. This audit is rigidly and strictly controlled through auditing procedures standard to all Texas school districts, with every effort made to present a thorough, non-biased and non-aligned picture of the annual
operation of the district.
The audit for the year ending 08/31/2025 was performed by the firm of Wathen, DeShong & Junker, L.L.P.. The audit report will be presented at this time.

Description:  The TAPR (Texas Academic Performance Report) provides information of students in each school district in Texas. The reports also provide extensive information on school and district staff, programs, and demographics.
The TAPR report for Hamshire-Fannett ISD will be presented. 
 

Description:  The Texas Education Agency is implementing phased updates to College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) accountability measures, including changes to college preparatory courses and the classification of Industry-Based Certifications. While these updates do not immediately impact district ratings, they will influence future accountability calculations and require proactive planning to ensure continued alignment with state expectations.
To review upcoming changes to earning College, Career, Military Readiness (CCMR) status and highlight implications for district planning, accountability, and student pathways.

Description:  Each month until application submission, the board of trustees has received a status update regarding TIA. District administrators have been attending TIA training and work sessions via webinars and in person in preparation of applying for TIA. At its December 15, 2025 meeting, the board decided to conduct a workshop meeting to learn more in-depth workings of TIA.
The administration will lead discussions on TIA in general with some narrower focuses on main components such as teacher observations, student growth, and pay plan.

Description:  In the 89th Legislative Session, House Bill 2 was passed requiring all teachers in grades K-5 to be certified by 2026-2027 and those in grades 6-12 by 2027-2028. The commissioner of education has created rules allowing for an exemption from these requirements and delayed them until the 2029-2030 school year.
 

Description:  At its October 20, 2025 meeting, the Board of Trustees received an update from the long-range facility planning committee’s initial work. As part of the initial work, the committee made a recommendation to the board to conduct a demographic study. The committee met again to review two demographic study proposals.
At its December 15, 2025 board meeting, the board voted to engage in a demographic study.
 

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:  It is a requirement of TEA accounting procedures that the annual budget be amended as necessary throughout the budget year.
The Board is aware of the need for the budget amendment for the 2025-2026 fiscal year as presented in the attachment.

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.