July 16, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting

I. Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance

II. Social Contract

1. Maintain Professionalism 

2. Honor the Golden Rule and one another 

3. Give adequate time for open discussion by everyone 

4. Remember the vision and motto 

5. Come prepared and focus on the agenda 

6. Be respectful of differences 

III. Public Forum/Citizens Comments

This meeting will be held in person at the above location and will also be live streamed.  Seating may necessitate the use of more than one room in the administration building subject to the capacity that can safely convene.  

The public may access this meeting by calling the following toll-free number: 1 346 248 7799 Meeting ID: Passcode:; by the following link:

An electronic copy of the agenda may be viewed at the following link: https://www.whartonisd.net/our-district/board-information/links-board-meetings  

Any member of the public who wishes to address the Board on an agenda item who will not be physically present, may request in writing to address the Board virtually or submit written comments to the following email box:  nsnow@whartonisd.net no later than 4:00 PM on 7/16/2026. Comments may be limited in length depending on the number received.

IV. Consent Agenda

IV.A. Approve Monthly Financial Reports

IV.B. Approve Meeting Minutes for Regular Meeting on June 25, 2026

IV.C. Approve Meeting Minutes for Special Meeting/Team of 8 on July 9, 2026

IV.D. Consideration and possible approval of the 2026-2027 Employee Handbook

IV.E. Consideration and possible approval of consent agenda

V. Discussion

V.A. Bi-Monthly Payroll

VI. Adjourn to Closed Meeting pursuant to Texas Government Code §551.074 to deliberate the employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of employees.

VI.A. Personnel Matters

VII. Reconvene Open Meeting

VIII. Request for Information 

IX. Adjournment