April 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting

Description: 

HB 1605 was passed during the 88th Texas Legislature and established an expanded process for the State Board of Education (SBOE) to approve high-quality instructional materials (HQIM). Instructional materials on the IMRA List of SBOE-Approved Instructional Materials have met 100% of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and applicable English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS).

Godley ISD currently has a committee meeting to review, select and make a recommendation of math HQIM.  

Description:  Texas Senate Bill 569, passed in 2025, allowing school districts to offer a more flexible learning model through virtual and hybrid learning.  The proposal for the Godley ISD Hybrid Program was created to expand educational access and provide families with more choices while maintaining the high expectations for our students' growth and achievement.

Description:  Review of the full schedule for the proposed board meeting dates for the 2026-2027 year. 

Description:  During this critical time, districts must move quickly to attract the best candidates, as teachers are often hesitant to accept positions unless they can be processed rapidly. The challenge of securing fully certified teachers is heightened, particularly in a competitive pay market. Therefore, when we have the opportunity to hire a highly qualified individual, it is crucial that we take decisive action to streamline our hiring process and enhance our chances of attracting the best candidates.

Description:  Audience participation at a Board meeting is limited to the public comment portion of the meeting designated for that purpose. Per H.B. 2840 all public comments shall be limited only to items on the board agenda for consideration.  At all other times during a Board meeting, the audience shall not enter into discussion or debate on matters being considered by the Board, unless requested by the presiding officer. BED(LOCAL)    

Description:  Review of current year-to-date budget to actuals history and check register for the general operating fund, child nutrition fund, debt service fund, and construction projects.

Description:  Review of the quarterly investment report. 

Description:  TBD

Description:  Consider the approval of 2025-2026 awarded vendors from our RFPs.

Description:  Consider renewing the use of purchasing cooperatives to allow for broader purchasing power and access to lower costs through the 2026-2027 fiscal year.

Description:  In accordance with the 1997 Public Funds Investment Act, Texas Government Code 2256.005(e), the Board of Trustees must review,revise, and adopt an investment policy and investment strategy. Our policy resides in CDA Local.

Description:  Consider approving Snow Garrett Williams as Godley ISD's audit firm for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.

Description:  Consider approval of the Teacher Incentive Allotment Spending Plan for 2025-2026. While Godley ISD does not designate teachers, prior designations from other districts follow the teacher through the expiration date of said designation and must be paid out per the approved district spending plan. 

Description:  Consider approval of the ESC 11 contract for 2026-2027, which provides instructional resources for the district to utilize as a support mechanism for the classroom at a discounted cost

Description:  In accordance with Texas Education Code (TEC) §31.1011, Districts are required to certify annually to the State Board of Education (SBOE) and the commissioner that students have access to instructional materials covering all Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for all required subjects, except physical education.

Description: 

Innovative courses allow districts to offer state-approved innovative courses to enable students to master knowledge, skills, and competencies not included in the essential knowledge and skills of the required curriculum (Texas Administrative Code [TAC] Section 74.27). With the approval of the local board of trustees, school districts and charter schools may offer any state-approved innovative courses. 

Description:  In accordance with Texas Education Code (TEC) §31.1011, Districts are required to certify annually to the State Board of Education (SBOE) and the commissioner that students have access to instructional materials covering all Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for all required subjects, except physical education.

Description:  Per Gov't Code 2258.021 and CV (Legal), the Board must adopt a prevailing wage schedule prior to accepting any contract for construction, including the replacement of lighting, according to the latest SAM.gov publication. 

Description:  Consider approving the updated 2026-2027 Federal and State Purchasing Manual (EDGAR), including new micro purchasing thresholds. 

Description:  Convene in Closed Session under the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section    551.001 et seq.
1. 551.071 Private consultation with the Board's attorney    
2. 551.072 Discussing purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property
3. 551.073 Discussing negotiated contracts for prospective gifts or donations    
4. 551.074 Discussing personnel or to hear complaints against personnel    
5. 551.076 Considering the deployment, specific occasions for, or implementation of security personnel or devices    
6. 551.082 Considering discipline of a public school child, or complaint or charge against personnel
7. 551.083 Considering the standards, guidelines, terms, or conditions the Board will follow, or will instruct its  representatives to follow, in consultation with representatives of employee groups
8. 8.551.084 Excluding witnesses from a hearing