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Meeting Agenda
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1. CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM
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2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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3. SUPERINTENDENT'S COMMENTS
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3.A. Announcement of New Personnel
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3.B. District Initiatives/Events
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4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
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4.A. Employees will be recognized for 25 years+ of service in the Socorro Independent School District
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4.B. Texas Education Human Resources Day Resolution, October 14, 2026
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5. BOARD OF TRUSTEES BUSINESS
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5.A. Adopt District Goal #4 on College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR)
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5.B. Consider approval of 2026-2027 District and Campus Improvement Plan Performance Objectives
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5.C. Consider approval of Socorro Virtual Academy (SVA) Pilot Program
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6. OPEN FORUM
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7. PUBLIC HEARING
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7.A. Certification of Compliance with Certain Laws under Texas Education Code 39.008, as enacted by Senate Bill 12 (89th Legislative Session)
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8. DISTRICT REPORTS
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8.A. Student Assessment Results Update
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9. CONSENT AGENDA
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9.A. Consider approval of Board Meeting Minutes
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9.A.1. August 17, 2026 Special Board of Trustees Meeting
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9.A.2. August 18, 2026 Regular Board of Trustees Meeting
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9.B. Consider approval of Requests for the Use of School Facilities
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9.B.1. El Paso Locomotives Youth Soccer LLC for the use of SAC I
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9.B.2. Greater El Paso Football Showcase for the use of SAC I
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9.C. Consider approval of Budget Amendments
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9.C.1. Amendments for September 15, 2026
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9.D. Consider approval of Awarding of Bids
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9.D.1. Custodial Chemical Management System - RFP No. E2712
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9.D.2. Custodial Chemical Management System for Child Nutrition Services - RFP No. E2704
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9.D.3. Gifted & Talented Materials, Supplies, and Services - RFP No. E2701
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9.D.4. Musical Instruments - RFP No. E2707
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9.D.5. Paper Supplies Part II (Towels and Toilet Paper) - RFP No. E2711
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9.D.6. Underwriter Services - RFP No. E2716
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9.E. Consider approval of Requests for Increase
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9.E.1. SISD Police Tactical Shields and Uniforms, Supplies and Equipment - RFP No. E2632
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9.F. Consider approval of Contracts
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9.F.1. Affiliation Agreement - Liberty University, Inc.-Counselor Education & Family Studies
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9.F.2. Agreement(s)
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9.F.2.a. ESC19 Head Start - Meals for Adults in Head Start Program at Benito Martinez Elementary School and Sierra Vista STEAM Academy
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9.F.2.b. ESC19 Head Start - Meals for Children in Head Start Program at Benito Martinez Elementary School and Sierra Vista STEAM Academy
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9.F.3. Agreement Amendment - El Paso County Juvenile Probation Department (JPD)-First Offender Program (FOP)
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9.F.4. Interlocal Agreement - El Paso County Juvenile Justice (JJAEP)-Alternative Education Program operated by Ysleta ISD
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9.F.5. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) - The University of Texas at Austin and Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board-Advise TX Program
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9.G. Consider approval of Purchasing Cooperatives and Purchases Over $50,000
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9.G.1. National IPA/Omnia Partners Contract #R221201-TCG and First Financial Group of America
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9.G.2. Region 19 Contract #24-7490 - Frontline Technologies
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9.H. Consider approval of Financial Report as of July 31, 2026
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9.I. Consider approval of Resolution Authorizing the El Paso Central Appraisal District to Act as Socorro ISD's Agent in matters related to the Texas Comptroller's 2026 Property Value Study
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9.J. Consider approval of No Objection/Letter(s) of Acknowledgment
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9.J.1. Quick Trip on 1601 Joe Battle Blvd.
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9.J.2. Union Draft on 12040 Tierra Este Ste. 101
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9.K. Consider approval of 2026-2027 Compensation Plan Updates
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9.L. Consider approval of Job Description(s) Update(s)
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9.L.1. District Security Supervisor
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9.L.2. NEW Payroll Accountant
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9.L.3. Security Guard I
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9.L.4. Security Guard II
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9.M. Consider approval of Technology Asset Disposal
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10. NEW BUSINESS
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10.A. Discussion to approve Certification of Compliance under Texas Education Code Section 39.008 to Texas Education Agency
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10.B. Consider approval of Purchasing Cooperative from ESC Region 19 Allied State Cooperative RFP No. 26-7571 - Produce
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11. ADJOURN
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Agenda Item Details
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| Meeting: | September 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Agenda of Regular Meeting | |
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1. CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM
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2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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3. SUPERINTENDENT'S COMMENTS
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3.A. Announcement of New Personnel
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3.B. District Initiatives/Events
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4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
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| Presenter: |
Presenter: Daniel Escobar
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4.A. Employees will be recognized for 25 years+ of service in the Socorro Independent School District
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4.B. Texas Education Human Resources Day Resolution, October 14, 2026
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Description:
INFO: **Governor Greg Abbott has proclaimed October 14, 2026, as Texas Education Human Resources Day; a day set aside to recognize and honor the important contributions made by school staff who work in Human Resources.
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5. BOARD OF TRUSTEES BUSINESS
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5.A. Adopt District Goal #4 on College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR)
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Presenter: Sergio Maldonado
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Description:
INFO: **This presentation will provide data on the District Goal #4 CCMR and Progress Measures.
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5.B. Consider approval of 2026-2027 District and Campus Improvement Plan Performance Objectives
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Presenter: Dr. Adam Starke
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Description:
INFO: **The Board of Trustees of each independent school district shall ensure that a district improvement plan and improvement plans for each campus are developed, reviewed, and revised annually for the purpose of improving the performance of all students. The Board shall annually approve district and campus performance objectives.
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5.C. Consider approval of Socorro Virtual Academy (SVA) Pilot Program
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Presenter: Carlos Guerra
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Description:
INFO: **The SVA through Options High School will serve an initial cohort of 25-50 students utilizing the Edgenuity learning platform and operating in compliance with all applicable Texas Education Agency (TEA) requirements.
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6. OPEN FORUM
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7. PUBLIC HEARING
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7.A. Certification of Compliance with Certain Laws under Texas Education Code 39.008, as enacted by Senate Bill 12 (89th Legislative Session)
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Presenter. Enrique Herrera
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8. DISTRICT REPORTS
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8.A. Student Assessment Results Update
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Presenter: Sergio Maldonado
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Description:
INFO: **This presentation will provide 2025-2026 Student Assessment Results Updates.
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9. CONSENT AGENDA
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9.A. Consider approval of Board Meeting Minutes
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9.A.1. August 17, 2026 Special Board of Trustees Meeting
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9.A.2. August 18, 2026 Regular Board of Trustees Meeting
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9.B. Consider approval of Requests for the Use of School Facilities
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9.B.1. El Paso Locomotives Youth Soccer LLC for the use of SAC I
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9.B.2. Greater El Paso Football Showcase for the use of SAC I
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9.C. Consider approval of Budget Amendments
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9.C.1. Amendments for September 15, 2026
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9.D. Consider approval of Awarding of Bids
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9.D.1. Custodial Chemical Management System - RFP No. E2712
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Description:
INFO: **Solicitation to provide the Maintenance and Operations Department with the ability to purchase Custodial Chemical Management Systems as needed district wide. (Maximum $350,000.00 - Budgeted General Fund Inventory)
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9.D.2. Custodial Chemical Management System for Child Nutrition Services - RFP No. E2704
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Description:
INFO: **To provide the Child Nutrition Services Department with a custodial chemical management system as needed district wide. (Maximum $100,000.00 - Budgeted General Fund, Student Activity Fund, and National School Lunch Program Federal Fund subject to available budget)
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9.D.3. Gifted & Talented Materials, Supplies, and Services - RFP No. E2701
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Description:
INFO: **To purchase materials, supplies and services as needed district wide. (Maximum $250,000.00 - Budgeted General Funds, Federal Funds, and Special Revenue subject to available budget)
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9.D.4. Musical Instruments - RFP No. E2707
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Description:
INFO: **To purchase musical instruments and services as needed district wide. (Maximum $250,000.00 - Budgeted General Funds and Federal Funds, subject to available budget)
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9.D.5. Paper Supplies Part II (Towels and Toilet Paper) - RFP No. E2711
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Description:
INFO: **To purchase paper towels and toilet paper as needed district wide. (Maximum $467,000.00 per year - Budgeted General Fund Inventory)
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9.D.6. Underwriter Services - RFP No. E2716
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Description:
INFO: **For bond underwriter services in dealing with the issuance and/or refunding of bonds by the District. (Cost To Be Determined)
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9.E. Consider approval of Requests for Increase
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9.E.1. SISD Police Tactical Shields and Uniforms, Supplies and Equipment - RFP No. E2632
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Description:
INFO: **Following Board approval of the award for ballistic shields in the amount of $178,000.00, the Police Department received an additional Grant in the amount of $61,453.00 for the purchase of ballistic shields. (Request to increase RFP by $62,000.00 for a total of $240,000.00 - Budgeted State Grant Funds)
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9.F. Consider approval of Contracts
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9.F.1. Affiliation Agreement - Liberty University, Inc.-Counselor Education & Family Studies
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Description:
INFO: **To provide practicum and internship opportunities for school counseling students through supervised field placements at District campuses. The partnership is designed to support the professional development of future school counselors while providing meaningful learning experiences in a public school setting. (No cost to the District)
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9.F.2. Agreement(s)
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9.F.2.a. ESC19 Head Start - Meals for Adults in Head Start Program at Benito Martinez Elementary School and Sierra Vista STEAM Academy
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Description:
INFO: **This agreement supports the Head Start program operations and ensures eligible adults participating in the program have access to approved meal services. Approval will allow SISD Child Nutrition Services to continue supporting Head Start programming while receiving reimbursement for eligible meals and snacks served under the contract. (No cost to the District - [Fully Reimbursable] - 2026-2027 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in conjunction with Child and Adult Care Food Program-Federal Funds)
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9.F.2.b. ESC19 Head Start - Meals for Children in Head Start Program at Benito Martinez Elementary School and Sierra Vista STEAM Academy
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Description:
INFO: **Approval will allow SISD Child Nutrition Services to continue supporting Head Start programming while receiving reimbursement for eligible meals and snacks served under the contract. (No cost to the District - Fully Reimbursable - 2026-2027 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in conjunction with Child and Adult Care Food Program-Federal Funds)
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9.F.3. Agreement Amendment - El Paso County Juvenile Probation Department (JPD)-First Offender Program (FOP)
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Description:
INFO: ** First Amendment Agreement of the Discretionary State Aid Grant Adjustment to the General Program Funds resulting from the program's salary adjustment. The funding will support outreach and visibility efforts at district events, ensuring that families, staff, and community stakeholders are informed about the opportunities and support mechanisms available through the First Offender Program (FOP). (No cost to the District-Grant Funded)
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9.F.4. Interlocal Agreement - El Paso County Juvenile Justice (JJAEP)-Alternative Education Program operated by Ysleta ISD
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Description:
INFO: **This is for the continuation and operation of a Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program (JJAEP), for the students, school districts, and the juvenile board in El Paso County. This agreement is between El Paso County Juvenile Board, the Ysleta ISD (YISD-Fiscal Agent) and Socorro ISD (SISD). (No cost to the District)
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9.F.5. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) - The University of Texas at Austin and Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board-Advise TX Program
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Description:
INFO: **Due to budget reductions, UT Austin will now provide Advise TX College Advisers only to Socorro High School and El Dorado High School to sustain the program and continue providing college advising services at these campuses. UT Austin is requesting a district contribution of $10,000.00 per adviser. (Maximum $20,000.00 - Budgeted General Funds)
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9.G. Consider approval of Purchasing Cooperatives and Purchases Over $50,000
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9.G.1. National IPA/Omnia Partners Contract #R221201-TCG and First Financial Group of America
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Description:
INFO: **The purpose is to procure Supplemental Insurance Products as needed district wide. (Maximum $78,384.00 Group Term Basic Life/AD&D 2026-2027 Health Fund)
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9.G.2. Region 19 Contract #24-7490 - Frontline Technologies
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Description:
INFO: **To purchase time clocks ensuring compliance with purchasing requirements. (Maximum $146,726.35 - Budgeted General Funds)
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9.H. Consider approval of Financial Report as of July 31, 2026
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Description:
INFO: **Each month, financial statements are prepared to provide the Board of Trustees a summary of the District's financial position.
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9.I. Consider approval of Resolution Authorizing the El Paso Central Appraisal District to Act as Socorro ISD's Agent in matters related to the Texas Comptroller's 2026 Property Value Study
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Description:
INFO: **The El Paso Central Appraisal District (EPCAD) has requested that the District authorize EPCAD to act as Socorro ISD's agent in certain matters related to the Texas Comptroller's 2026 Property Value Study (PVS).
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9.J. Consider approval of No Objection/Letter(s) of Acknowledgment
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9.J.1. Quick Trip on 1601 Joe Battle Blvd.
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9.J.2. Union Draft on 12040 Tierra Este Ste. 101
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9.K. Consider approval of 2026-2027 Compensation Plan Updates
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Description:
INFO: **Administration will present updates for the 2026-2027 Compensation Plan.
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9.L. Consider approval of Job Description(s) Update(s)
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9.L.1. District Security Supervisor
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Description:
INFO: **Primary purpose is to keep students, parents, community, faculty, and staff safe by supervising and coordinating security operations within the district.
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9.L.2. NEW Payroll Accountant
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Description:
INFO: **Primary purpose is to perform specialized accounting and payroll support work involving the compilation, analysis, reconciliation, maintenance, and reporting of financial data. Coordinate payroll administration and reporting functions while ensuring compliance with district, state, and federal regulations. Maintain accurate financial and payroll records, assist with budget and audit activities, reconcile financial transactions, and support the overall integrity of the district’s financial and payroll systems. This position serves as a key resource in
ensuring the accuracy, efficiency, and compliance of accounting and payroll operations. |
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9.L.3. Security Guard I
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Description:
INFO: **Primary purpose is to provide safety by supervising and inspecting the campus.
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9.L.4. Security Guard II
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Description:
INFO: **Primary purpose is to provide safety by supervising and inspecting the campus.
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9.M. Consider approval of Technology Asset Disposal
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Description:
INFO: **Financial Services and Technology Services have reviewed the items on the attached list and recommend that they be disposed of according to administrative discretion and by any reasonable means. The technology assets have been identified as surplus, obsolete, and beyond repair.
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10. NEW BUSINESS
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10.A. Discussion to approve Certification of Compliance under Texas Education Code Section 39.008 to Texas Education Agency
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| Presenter: |
Presenter: Enrique Herrera
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Description:
INFO: **As required, the certification of compliance must be submitted to the Texas Education Agency (TEA).
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10.B. Consider approval of Purchasing Cooperative from ESC Region 19 Allied State Cooperative RFP No. 26-7571 - Produce
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Description:
INFO: **Administration recommends consideration and approval to continue utilizing the ESC Region 19 Allied States Cooperative RFP No. 26-7571 to purchase produce. This bid will be effective October 1, 2026. The District will continue to use RFP No. 25-7533 until September 30, 2026. (Maximum $1,500,000.00 - General Fund, National School Lunch Program [Federal Fund], and Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Grant, all subject to available budget)
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11. ADJOURN
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