June 12, 2023 at 5:30 PM - Regular Meeting
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1. Call to Order
Presenter:
Board President
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1.A. Roll Call
Presenter:
Board President
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1.B. Invocation:
Presenter:
Gloria Torres
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1.C. Pledge:
Presenter:
D'Anna Robinson
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1.D. Mission Statement:
Presenter:
Ashley Molina
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2. Public Comments
Presenter:
Board President
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3. New Business/Action Items
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3.A. Consent Agenda
Discuss and Consider Action to Approve the Consent Agenda
Presenter:
Superintendent
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3.A.1. Minutes of Meetings:
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3.A.2. Budget Amendments:
Presenter:
Amanda Smith, Chief Financial Officer
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3.B. Discuss and Consider Action to Approve a Purchase and Budget Amendment for Perimeter Fencing at Gonzales High School and Gonzales Junior High School
Presenter:
Dr. Elmer Avellaneda, Superintendent of Schools; Veronica Johannsen Chief of Administration, Marketing and Safety
Description:
To support the district’s safety & security initiative, the administration recommends installing perimeter fencing at Gonzales High School and Gonzales Junior High School. Pricing and additional information for the project has been included on the following pages.
Per policy CH (Local), the board alone has the authority to approve any single expenditure over the amount of $75,000. The purchase will be made through a TASB BuyBoard purchasing cooperative contract. A budget amendment in the amount of $218,867 from Function 11 to Function 51 is necessary to move forward. We did receive a bid from Weaver & Jacobs for 225,344 for this project. |
3.C. Discuss and Consider Action to Approve the purchase of Math and Science K-8 instructional Materials for the 2023/2024 school year.
Presenter:
Dr. Elmer Avellaneda, Superintendent, and Brandi Bell, Director of Recruitment, Leadership, and Professional Development
Description:
The Executive Director of Recruitment, Leadership, and Professional Development will seek approval to purchase math and science K-8 instructional materials to bridge the gap year in the adoption cycle.
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3.D. Discuss and Consider Action to Approve the Gonzales ISD District of Innovation Plan Amendment.
Presenter:
Dr. Elmer Avellaneda, Supt. and Amanda Fullilove, Executive Director of Innovation, School Improvement, and Strategic Initiatives
Description:
Gonzales ISD administration is seeking approval of an amendment to the GISD District of Innovation Plan. This amendment removes the stipulation that uncertified individuals hired for a teaching position receive state-based pay.
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3.E. Discuss and Consider Action to Approve the FFA travel to the National Convention in Indianapolis November 1-4, 2023
Presenter:
Jon Basha, GHS Principal, Jennifer Ervin
Description:
Travel to National Convention gives students the opportunity to see the National Organization and to experience travel to another state. Students also participate in community service projects while at the convention, allowing them to support organizations outside their local community. Travel to the National Convention is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see how the world of agriculture impacts industry across the nation. Students also have the opportunity to see/visit out-of-state colleges and nationwide companies through tours and workshops.
The National FFA Convention and Expo is a National Association of Secondary School Principals-approved student program. FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. The National FFA Convention & Expo is all about growing the next generation of leaders. No matter where students are in FFA, they will find inspiration and direction to become a leader and influencer, ready to make an impact. During this event, they find out who they are, who they want to become and how they can change how the world grows. Agricultural education prepares students for successful careers and a lifetime of informed choices in global agriculture, food, fiber and natural resource systems. Travel is paid for by the FFA Activity Funds and CTE Funds. Parents will be required to pay for airfare and then extra spending money. |
3.F. Discuss and Consider Action to Approve the Interlocal Agreement between The University of Texas at Austin and Gonzales Independent School District for the 2023-2024 OnRamps Program.
Presenter:
Jon Basha, High School Principal
Description:
Administration recommends continuing the OnRamps higher education program with UT for the 2023-2024 school year. The purpose of this agreement is to provide students the opportunity to earn both college and high school credit while enrolled in high school which leads to a post-secondary readiness.
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3.G. Discuss and Consider Action to Approve the TASB Board Policy Update 121, affecting GISD local policies(see attached list)
Presenter:
Dr. Elmer Avellaneda, Supt.
Description:
The Texas Association of School Boards has provided the Gonzales ISD with Policy Update 121. Overview Information concerning these proposed policy revisions was included in the following pages. Explanantory Notes, Instruction Sheet, and other materials are provided tot he board to explain the changes that occurred during the Regular Legislative Session.
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3.H. Discuss and Consider Action to Enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Leon Alcala, PLLC for Chapter 313 Agreement Reporting and Maintenance of Existing Value Limitation Agreements under Chapter 313 of the Property Tax Code
Presenter:
Amanda Smith, Chief Financial Officer, Dr. Elmer Avellaneda, Superintendent of Schools
Description:
To support requirements associated with the district’s two existing Chapter 313 agreements (#1586 Starling Solar, LLC and #1597 Cannon Solar, LLC), the administration recommends renewing the agreement with Leon Alcala PLLC (formerly known as Sara Leon and Associates). The fees associated with this engagement are covered by the 313 agreements which require the applicants to reimburse the district for any administrative costs.
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3.I. Discuss and Consider Action to Approve a Purchase and Budget Amendment for Playground Equipment for Gonzales Elementary
Presenter:
Erin Lindemann-LaBuhn, Executive Director of Special Programs; Amanda Smith, Chief Financial Officer; Dr. Elmer Avellaneda, Superintendent of Schools
Description:
To support the increasing number of students who need inclusive playground equipment at Gonzales Elementary, administration recommends the purchase and installation of new equipment utilizing a TASB BuyBoard purchasing cooperative contract.
Renderings as well as the quote have been included with this action item. Budget can be reallocated within the existing budget(from Function 31 to Function 11) to accommodate this purchase. |
4. Reports
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4.A. Financial and Quarterly Investment Report
Presenter:
Amanda Smith, Chief Financial Officer
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4.B. Campus Academic Achievement Report
Presenter:
Dr. Elmer Avellaneda, Superintendent, and Brandi Bell, Executive Director of Recruitment, Leadership, and Professional Development
Description:
The Executive Director of Recruitment, Leadership and Professional Development will share with the board the current student academic achievement results.
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4.C. OnRamps Report
Presenter:
Jon Basha, GHS Principal
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4.D. Update on the 2023-2024 Grading Guidelines
Presenter:
Dr. Elmer Avellaneda, Superintendent, and Brandi Bell, Executive Director of Recruitment, Leadership, and Professional Development
Description:
The Executive Director of Recruitment, Leadership and Professional Development will share with the board the updated grading guidelines for the 2023/2024 school year.
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4.E. Superintendent Reports
Presenter:
Superintendent
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5. Board Business
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5.A. Board Correspondence
Presenter:
Board Secretary
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5.B. Dates of Interest
Presenter:
Superintendent
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6. Adjourn to Closed session: Under Texas Government Code Chapter 551, The board will recess this open session and covene in a closed meeting to discuss items on the agenda. The board may conveniently meet in such a closed or executive session or meeting, concerning any and all subjects and for any and all purposes permitted by Texas government code chapter 551:
Presenter:
Board President
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6.A. Resignations
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6.B. New Positions
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6.C. New Hires
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6.D. Real Property-1711 N. Sarah Dewitt Dr.
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7. Reconvene to Open Meeting: The Board will take appropriate action on items, if necessary, as discussed in Closed Session
Presenter:
Board President
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8. Adjourn
Presenter:
Board President
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