July 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting

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The Board will recognize teachers whose students demonstrated outstanding achievement and academic growth on the 2026 STAAR and End-of-Course assessments. Areas of recognition include U.S. History and Biology at Snyder High School, where students exceeded state performance levels and demonstrated significant growth, as well as notable growth at the Meets Grade Level standard in 4th Grade Reading and Mathematics at Snyder Intermediate and 6th Grade Mathematics, 7th Grade Reading, and 7th Grade Mathematics at Snyder Junior High. These accomplishments reflect the dedication and instructional excellence of Snyder ISD teachers and their commitment to improving student outcomes.

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Administration will provide the Board of Trustees with an update on the preliminary 2026 STAAR assessment results for students in Grades 3-8. The update will include district and campus performance data, areas of strength, identified opportunities for growth, and key trends observed across content areas and student groups.

The Board will also receive an update regarding Extended Constructed Response (ECR) rescore submissions for students who were within a few points of achieving a higher performance level. Available information regarding rescore requests and any impact on district performance results will be shared.

Description:  Administration will provide the Board with a summary of the district's 2026 Summer Learning Program, including participation, program highlights, and efforts to support student learning and enrichment during the summer months. The update will also include a review of literacy initiatives and other opportunities designed to promote continued academic growth and student engagement.

Description:  The Board will receive an update on professional staffing for the 2026-2027 school year, including recent hires, current vacancies, and ongoing recruitment efforts.

Description:  We held our annual Leadership Retreat on July 6-8, 2026, bringing together Cabinet members, principals, assistant principals, counselors, instructional coaches, department chairs, and PLC leads to strengthen alignment around the district's strategic plan and student outcomes. The retreat focused on building leadership capacity, clarifying systems and expectations, and ensuring a coherent and consistent educational experience for all students across Snyder ISD.

Description:   Administration is currently reviewing potential updates to Policy DEC (LOCAL) regarding compensation and benefits, specifically leaves and absences.  Current Board policy provides for payment for accumulated local leave upon an employee's separation from the District, provided certain employment qualifications are met.  The Administration is exploring revisions to this provision to more closely align with the District's goal of retaining exceptional educators.  This discussion is intended as an informational update for the Board, with a proposed policy revision expected to be presented next month following review and guidance from TASB policy representatives.  

Description:  The board will work on finalizing their legislative priorities for the upcoming 90th legislative session. The meetings with House and Senate representatives have already begun, and this document will drive our conversations as we represent Snyder ISD.

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Description:  April 2026 Check Register

Description:  April 2026 Utilities

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The Board will consider approval of the June 2026 budget amendments as part of the consent agenda. Amendments include adjustments for Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) funds and substitute teacher expenditures to align the budget with actual revenues and expenditures for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.

Description:  Following discussion at the June meeting, the Board will take action through the consent agenda to approve revisions to Board Policy BE (Local) changing regular board meeting dates from Thursdays to the second Monday of each month beginning in September 2026. The proposed change is intended to better align with district and community calendars and reduce conflicts with student activities and other local events.

Description:  The Board will take action through the consent agenda to approve revisions to Policy EIC (Local) related to class rank calculations and the timeline for determining graduation honors. The proposed changes are based on a review of current practices and guidance provided by TASB policy representatives.

Description:  As part of the district's annual process and in accordance with the Texas Education Code, the Board will appoint members to the School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) for the 2026-2027 school year. The SHAC provides recommendations to the district regarding student health, wellness, nutrition, physical activity, and coordinated school health programs.

Description:  As part of the district's annual process and in accordance with state law, the Board will appoint members to the District Educational Improvement Council (DEIC) for the 2026-2027 school year. The DEIC includes representatives from professional staff, parents, community members, and business representatives and serves in an advisory capacity to assist the district in planning, reviewing, and evaluating educational programs, performance objectives, and major district initiatives.

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Attached is the Student Code of Conduct (SCOC) for the 2026-2027 school year. The document has been reviewed and updated to reflect the current school year and applicable district personnel names and titles. No substantive changes to student discipline procedures, expectations, or district practices are being recommended at this time.

The Student Code of Conduct is based on the model document provided by the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB). Following each regular legislative session, TASB reviews state law changes and issues an updated model Student Code of Conduct for districts to adopt. Since the most recent legislative update has not yet resulted in a new TASB model, the district's current Student Code of Conduct remains substantially unchanged from the prior year, with only administrative updates made for accuracy and consistency.

Administration recommends approval and adoption of the 2026-2027 Student Code of Conduct as presented.

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The Administration recommends Board approval of the CEIA OpenGate weapon detection system to enhance safety across district facilities and school-sponsored events. This recommendation follows an introduction presented at the March board meeting and research findings from the June board meeting, including site visits to Mansfield ISD and Lamesa ISD to observe the system in operation. The proposal has been vetted through extensive collaboration with the Snyder Police Department, all emergency agency partners, the District Safety Committee, and the Emergency Management Administrative Team. The Administration requests approval via the consent agenda to authorize procurement and deployment of this proactive security measure.

Description:  The administration recommends approval of Tiger Connect, Snyder ISD's Virtual Learning Academy for students in grades 9-12. Tiger Connect will provide a flexible learning option for eligible students while maintaining enrollment in Snyder ISD and ensuring access to academic programs, extracurricular activities, counseling services, and district support systems. Students will complete coursework through the Edmentum platform, meet all state and district assessment requirements, and remain subject to the Snyder ISD Student Code of Conduct and program expectations. Admission will be based on an application and selection process designed to ensure student readiness for a virtual learning environment. The program is intended to expand educational opportunities, increase student retention, and provide families with an additional pathway to earn a Snyder High School diploma.
 

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The Board will consider approval of the Staff Development Minutes Waiver for the 2026-2027 school year. The waiver allows up to 2,100 instructional minutes to be used for teacher professional learning while still satisfying state operational minute requirements. Approval will provide Snyder ISD flexibility to offer meaningful professional development opportunities that support effective instruction and student success. The 2026-2027 calendar meets the minimum 165 instructional day requirement identified by TEA.

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The Board will consider approval of the Snyder ISD 2026-2027 Professional Learning Plan. The plan outlines the district's framework for professional growth and aligns with the Board Goals, Strategic Plan, campus improvement priorities, and student achievement data. Professional learning priorities include strengthening Tier I instruction, improving student outcomes, building instructional and leadership capacity, and supporting all learners. The plan also establishes district professional learning days and processes for evaluating the effectiveness of professional development activities.

Board approval of the district professional development plan is required under Texas Education Code §21.451 and 19 TAC §153.1011, which require districts to annually adopt a staff development program designed to improve educator effectiveness and student achievement.
2026- 2027 Professional Learning Plan 

Description:  The Board will consider approval of the engagement letter with James E. Rodgers and Company, P.C. to provide independent audit services for the fiscal year ending August 31, 2026. Approval of the engagement letter authorizes the firm to conduct the annual financial audit required by state law and present the completed audit to the Board upon completion.

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Administration recommends moving the PEIMS Clerk position from Para 3 to Para 4 due to the increased requirements and responsibilities associated with PEIMS reporting. TEA reporting expectations continue to require additional time, accuracy, technical knowledge, and specialized skill to ensure district data is submitted correctly and on schedule.

This position is critical to district operations, accountability, funding, compliance, and student records management. The recommended adjustment better aligns the pay grade with the importance and complexity of the role.

The estimated total impact to district payroll is approximately $6,600 annually.

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Snyder ISD sought competitive proposals via an RFP for a three-year contract (with a one-year extension option) covering two operational needs: the lease and full maintenance of 17 new multi-function copiers, and a comprehensive maintenance, service, and supply agreement for 13 existing district-owned devices.

The district received five competitive submissions. An evaluation committee scored bids based on financial efficiency, technical specifications, service level agreements (SLAs), and vendor qualifications/references.

The two top-scoring vendors were asked to amend their proposals to adjust the number of copiers, revise pricing, and add an option to purchase equipment outright with monthly maintenance. Final submittals have been received.

The committee will present its vendor recommendation at the board meeting.

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Snyder ISD administration will provide the Board of Trustees with a final staffing and turnover update.

The update will include a review of employee turnover for the current year, trends, vacancy status, and recruitment efforts as the district prepares for the 2026-2027 school year. 

This item is presented as an informational update. No Board action is requested.

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Snyder ISD administration will provide the Board of Trustees with an operations and facilities update.

In accordance with requirements related to long-range facilities planning, the district has begun the TASB facilities audit process. This audit will help assess current facility conditions, identify needs, and support future planning for maintenance, repairs, improvements, and long-term facility priorities.

The update will also include an overview of summer maintenance and operations projects currently underway across the district. These include routine maintenance, preventative maintenance, repairs, and both small and larger-scale facility improvement projects being completed in preparation for the 2026-2027 school year.

This item is presented as an informational update. No Board action is requested.

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The 2026-2027 Snyder ISD Student Handbook is provided for the Board's information and review. The handbook serves as a resource for students and parents by outlining district procedures, campus operations, academic expectations, student services, and general information regarding school programs and activities.

The handbook has been updated to reflect current district information, administrative contacts, dates, and operational procedures for the 2026-2027 school year. The Student and Parent Handbook is an administrative document and is not subject to Board approval. It is presented as an informational item to keep the Board informed of the resources that will be distributed to students and families for the upcoming school year.

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Snyder ISD administration will provide the Board of Trustees with an update on safety and security initiatives for the 2026-2027 school year.

The update will include new and continued safety measures across the district, including dedicated school resource officers at each campus, continued safety specialists, the Guardian Program, Standard Response Protocol drills, emergency response procedures, STOPit reporting, clear backpack and event bag requirements, student ID badges, BusRight transportation tracking, weapon detection systems, and future safety supports.

The district will also review planned communication efforts for families, students, staff, and the community, including a one-page safety update and the district safety webpage.

Snyder ISD will continue pursuing available grant funding to support additional fencing where appropriate and allowable. The district is also exploring Campus Crime Stoppers for the 2027-2028 school year to complement and supplement the STOPit reporting system already in place.

This item is presented as an informational update. No Board action is requested.

Description:  Review and discussion of Board Team Trust Survey results, including identification of strengths, areas for growth, and action planning to support effective governance and board team development.