Meeting Agenda
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
C. Student Led Pledge of Allegiance
D. Board Recognitions
D.1. Smithville Elementary Tiger of the Month
D.2. Outstanding Students of the First Nine Weeks
D.3. National Principals Month
E. Public Hearing - Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas
F. Public Communications
G. Consent Agenda
G.1. Minutes
G.2. Financial Statements
G.3. Investment Report
G.4. State Aid Comparison - Budgeted vs. Earned
G.5. Earned vs. TEA Payments
G.6. Tax Collection Report
G.7. Financial Report
G.8. Approval of Budget Amendments
G.9. Approve the Acquisition of Library Materials
H. Information Items
H.1. Superintendent's Report
H.2. Discussion Regarding the 2026 TASB Delegate Assembly and the 90th Texas Legislative Session
H.3. Receive an Update the SISD Strategic Plan Priority 2 : Staff Satisfaction & Engagement
H.4. Annual Report on the Bilingual/ESL Education Program 
H.5. Discussion Regarding Board Policy EIC (LEGAL) and (LOCAL)
H.6. Tentative Future Board Agenda Items
I. Action Items
J. Adjournment
Agenda Item Details Reload Your Meeting
Meeting: October 19, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting
Subject:
A. Call to Order
Description:
The Board President or designee will call the meeting to order.
Subject:
B. Roll Call
Description:
The Board President or designee will call the roll of members.
Subject:
C. Student Led Pledge of Allegiance
Description:
Students from Smithville Elementary who have received the most Tiger Tokens for the month will lead the group in the pledge. Those students are:

1st Grade: Macie Goertz, Collins Andrus, Isaac Saunders, Beatrice Smith, Leila Sanchez

2nd Grade: Smith Hornsby, Emillee Francis, Laurel Laney, Christopher Watne, Aubrey Jones

3rd Grade: Calleigh Kristynik, Carson Stenslie, Damoni Deary, Patton Nelson, Hallie Hinnant

4th Grade: Charlotte Hines, Cayson Swartz, Landon Harper, Chancy Duty, Penney Behrens

5th Grade: Collins Lawrence, Ashley Taylor, Michael Meneley, Loretta Warriner, Greyson Osborn
 
Subject:
D. Board Recognitions
Subject:
D.1. Smithville Elementary Tiger of the Month
Description:
Smithville Elementary School celebrates outstanding students with the "Tiger of the Month" recognition.  Elementary staff nominate students who exhibit characteristics such as kindness, strong character, and helpfulness.  Each month, one exceptional student will be honored by the campus, recognized at the school board meeting, and will receive a special yard sign to proudly display at home.

The Tiger of the Month is Donald Miles, 2nd grader in Mrs. Holmes' class.
Subject:
D.2. Outstanding Students of the First Nine Weeks
Description:
Each nine weeks, the middle school and high school faculties select an outstanding student from their respective campus. Students are rated on criteria including grades, honesty, enthusiasm, cooperation with teachers and their peers, class participation and leadership.

The outstanding students for the first nine weeks from SHS are:
  • Gideon Blaeuer 10th Grade
  • Ava Bryant 10th Grade
The outstanding students for the first nine weeks from SJHS are:
  • Brock Byston Guerra 8th Grade
  • Molly Ann Gunter 7th Grade
Subject:
D.3. National Principals Month
Description:
In October, we celebrate a special group of leaders in our school community - our school principals. These dedicated individuals play a pivotal role in shaping our students’ futures and the trajectory of our education system. This month-long celebration is an opportunity to recognize and thank our principals for their unwavering dedication, exceptional leadership, and remarkable impact on student success.
Subject:
E. Public Hearing - Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas
Description:
Texas Education Code (TEC) section 39.082 requires the Commissioner of Education to implement a financial accountability system for school districts and open-enrollment charter schools. The system—the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST)—is set out in 19 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) 109.1001. The Smithville ISD 2025-2026 rating of 98 = Superior Achievement will be reviewed, which is based upon 2024-2025 data.
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F. Public Communications
Description:
Citizens wishing to address the Board of Trustees have indicated by listing their name on the Communications from the Public sign-in sheet located on the table at the entrance to the boardroom. Those signing have given a brief indication of the topics to be addressed. Comments to the Board of Trustees under this provision will be heard in accordance with Policy and Board Operating Procedures. The members of the Board of Trustees will listen to citizen comments, but they will not respond or participate in a discussion of the topic. 
Subject:
G. Consent Agenda
Description:
Board members routinely approve items on the consent agenda as a group.
Subject:
G.1. Minutes
Description:
State law requires that a record be kept in the form of official minutes on each meeting held by a governmental body and that these minutes be approved at the next regular meeting.
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G.2. Financial Statements
Description:
The Board is provided monthly financial statements.
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G.3. Investment Report
Description:
In order to meet legal reporting requirements for investments, the Board receives quarterly reports on District investments.
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G.4. State Aid Comparison - Budgeted vs. Earned
Description:
A monthly status report of earned state aid in relation to the budget is provided.
Subject:
G.5. Earned vs. TEA Payments
Description:
A monthly status report of earned state aid in relation to the budget is provided.
Subject:
G.6. Tax Collection Report
Description:
Attached is the Tax Assessor-Collector's Report.
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G.7. Financial Report
Description:
A review of the financial disbursements for the previous month is provided.
Subject:
G.8. Approval of Budget Amendments
Description:
Proposed amendments include the following:
  • Twelve passenger van utilizing undesignated fund balance was previously approved; however, not received prior to the end of FY 2026.
  • Brown Primary playground resurfacing project scope/quote adjustment to ensure coverage of the complete play surface.
  • Basketball goal replacement for the SHS gymnasium.
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Subject:
G.9. Approve the Acquisition of Library Materials
Description:

In accordance with Senate Bill 13, SISD provided public notice of Library Materials that the District proposes to acquire, and a 30-day public review period. The proposed library materials are recommended for acquisition.
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H. Information Items
Subject:
H.1. Superintendent's Report
Description:
The Superintendent will update the Board on important issues pertaining to the District.
  • Enrollment and Attendance Update
Upcoming Events:
  • Trunk or Treat - October 24th from 5-7pm
  • Veterans Day Salute Celebration - November 11
  • November Regular Meeting - November 16
  • Team of 8 Training - December 7 at 5:30 pm
Subject:
H.2. Discussion Regarding the 2026 TASB Delegate Assembly and the 90th Texas Legislative Session
Subject:
H.3. Receive an Update the SISD Strategic Plan Priority 2 : Staff Satisfaction & Engagement
Subject:
H.4. Annual Report on the Bilingual/ESL Education Program 
Attachments:
Subject:
H.5. Discussion Regarding Board Policy EIC (LEGAL) and (LOCAL)
Subject:
H.6. Tentative Future Board Agenda Items
Description:
  • Board Recognitions
  • Financial Reports
  • Priority 3 of the SISD Strategic Plan
  • Board Policy EIC (LOCAL)
  • Approval of Any New Courses for 2027-2028
  • 2026 Bastrop County Tax Levy Report
  • 2025-2026 Annual Financial Audit
  • 2027-2028 Instructional Calendar
  • Legislative Priorities for the 90th Texas Legislative Session
  • Superintendent’s Evaluation 
  • Personnel 
Subject:
I. Action Items
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J. Adjournment

During the course of the meeting, the Board of Trustees may conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapter D and E. Decisions may be made as a result of executive session.

This meeting agenda was posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act at least 3 business days before the scheduled day of the meeting.

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