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Meeting Agenda
I. I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
I.B. Board Recognition
I.B.c. 1. Pledge of Allegiance - Nicholas Markus Castillo - 12th Grade - Donna High School
I.B.e. 2. Pledge to the Texas Flag - Kaylynn Beltran - 9th Grade - W.A. Todd 9th Grade Campus
I.B.g. 3. Invocation - Israel Perez - Social Studies Teacher - D.A.E.P.
I.B.i. 4. Recognition of Career Technology Education (CTE) Students Advancing to Skills USA State
    Competition
I.B.k. 5. Recognition of Destination Imagination DHS Teams that Qualified for State
I.B.m. 6. Recognition of Sauceda Middle School Principal Angie Gonzalez as Recipient of ABYDOS Principal
    A+ Honor Roll Award
I.B.o. 7. Recognition of Caceres Elementary as Recipient of Title I, Part A Distinguished Performance School
XVII. II. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
XVII.R. 1. Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Quarterly Delinquent Tax Collection Report
XVII.T. 2. Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Memorandum of Understanding Regarding "Miracle
    at Donna" Documentary, Frank Aragon Producer/Director and Donna ISD
XXIII. III.  APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

In order to promote efficient meetings, the Board may act upon more than one item by a single vote through the use of consent agenda.  Consent items will be items placed directly under this heading for which no Board discussion is anticipated and for which the Superintendent Recommends approval.  Prior to the meeting, at the request of any member of the Board of Trustees, any item on the consent agenda shall be removed and given individual consideration.  Requests for individual consideration are made at least half-hour prior to Board meetings and requests must be directed to either the President of the Board or the Superintendent of Schools
XXIII.X. 1. Accounts Payable
XXIII.Z. 2. Budget Amendments for General Operating and Special Revenue Funds
XXIII.AB. 3. Financial Reports for all Funds for February 2011 Litigation Fund for March 2011
XXIII.AD. 4. Financial Statements: Cash Flow Bonds, Science Lab Addition and Child Nutrition Program (March
   2011) and District Financials (February 28, 2011)
XXIII.AF. 5. Investment Activity Report for March 2011
XXIII.AH. 6. Report on Monthly Tax Collection for the Month of February 2011
XXIII.AJ. 7. Approval of Minutes for Regular Board Meeting, March 10, 2011 and Special Board Meeting
    March 3, 2011
XXXIX. SS. SUPPORT SERVICES
XXXIX.AN. SS.1 Architect's Monthly Report (PBK):
          * Status Report on New High School
XXXIX.AP. SS.2 Architect’s Monthly Report (ERO):
          * Status Report on All of Donna ISD’s Current Facility Projects
XXXIX.AR. SS.3 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Name, Mascot, and School Colors for
          Donna ISD’s Second High School
XLVI. CI. CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION
XLVI.AU. CI.1 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Summer School 2010-2011
XLVI.AX. CI.2 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of the Interolcal Agreement with the University of  
        Texas Pan American for the Migrant University Summer Experience (MUSE) Program
        for Summer 2011
XLVI.AZ. CI.3 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Out of State Travel to Las Vegas, Nevada for Gang
        Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.) Officer Training
XLVI.BB. CI.4 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Title I, Part C - Migrant Grant (Fund 212)
         Reallocation Funding; NOGA #11615001108902 in the Amount of $682,691
XLVI.BD. CI.5 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Title IV, Part A - Safe and Drug Free Schools and
        Communities (Fund 204) Reallocation Funding; NOGA #11691001108902 in the Amount
        of $8,592
XLVI.BF. CI.6 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Title I, Part A - Improving Basic Programs Grant
        (Fund 211) Reallocation Funding; NOGA #11610101108902 in the Amount of $7,451
XLVI.BH. CI.7 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Title II, Part D - Enhancing Education through
        Technology (Fund 262) TEA Reallocation Funding; NOGA #116300011080902 in the
        Amount of $14,943
XLVI.BJ. CI.8 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between
        Advise TX College Advising Corps and DISD
XLVI.BL. CI.9 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Application for Expedited and General State
        Waivers
XLVI.BN. CI.10 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of The Texas Virtual School Network for DISD
XLVI.BP. CI.11 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of The Texas Workforce Commission Grant
           Awarded to Donna High School Robotics Club
LXX. BF. BUSINESS AND FINANCE
LXX.BS. BF.1 Status Report on Districtwide Overtime Expenses
LXX.BU. BF.2 Status Report on Districtwide Personnel     
LXX.BW. BF.3 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval to Solicit Request for Proposals (RFPs) for
         Donna ISD Depository Contract or Action on Approval of Extending Depository Contract for Funds
         of DISD under T.E.A. Code, Chapter 45.205, Subchapter G
LXX.BY. BF.4 Discussion and Possible Action to Solicit Request for Qualifications (RFQ’s) for External Auditor
          Professional Services
LXX.CA. BF.5 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval to Initiate Payment to Texas Descon, L.P. For W.A.
          Todd 9th Grade School Science Class Rooms Project No. 10019 (Application No. Three 3)
LXX.CC. BF.6 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval to Initiate Payment to Texas Descon, L.P. For W.A.
         Todd 9th Grade Science Class Rooms Project No. 10019 (Application No. Four-4)
LXX.CE. BF.7 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval Initiate Payment to Texas Descon, L.P. For 
         Donna ISD W.A. Todd 9th Grade Dressing Rooms & Donna High School Multi-Purpose Activity
        Center Project No. 10002 & No. 10003 (Application No. Two-2 and No. Three-3)
LXX.CG. BF.8 Discussion and Possible Action to Accept Texas Descon, L.P. Change Order No. 1 Donna High
         School Multi-Purpose Activity Center Projects
LXX.CI. BF.9 Discussion and Possible Action to "Reject" (RFP) District Wide Security & Fire Alarm System
         Monitoring Services
LXX.CK. BF.10 Discussion and Possible Action to Re-Open (RFP) District Wide Security & Fire Alarm System
           Monitoring Services
LXX.CM. BF.11 Discussion and Possible Action to Solicit Request for Proposals RFPs for Athletic Equipment
            and Supplies
LXX.CO. BF.12 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Paving Projects Districtwide
LXX.CQ. BF.13 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Construction Manager at Risk for New High
           School Project
LXX.CS. BF.14 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Ranking Order of Design Build Energy Program Project
LXX.CU. BF.15 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval to Initiate Payment to E-Chalk
LXX.CW. BF.16 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval to Renew District Wide Contract for Microsoft Office
            Suite
LXX.CY. BF.17 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Renewal Contract with County of Hidalgo Offices
            of Tax Assessor - Collector
LXX.DA. BF.18 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval to Initiate Payment to CS Advantage USAA, Inc.
CVII. HR. HUMAN RESOURCES
CVII.DD. HR.1 Discussion and Possible Action on Workers’ Compensation Excess Re-Insurance RFP #031111-956
CVII.DF. HR.2 Discussion and Possible Action on the Renewal of the Risk Services Agreement with Valley Risk
          Consulting, Inc., for Plan Year 2011-2012
CVII.DH. HR.3 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Summer Schedule
CXIV. IV.  OPEN FORUM

The open forum part of the meeting is provided by local board policy, BED (LOCAL)

the open forum is provided by the Board of Trustees as an opportunity for citizens to comment on any matters relating to the Donna ISD.  The board can only listen to the matters addressed and cannot deliberate or decide on any matter presented.  However, any comments directed at any specific employees of the District or any specific personnel matter must be made in executive session.  a person seeking to comment on any matter must sign-up with the Board before the meeting begins and shall indicate the topic about which they wish to speak.  Delegations of more than five (5) persons shall appoint one person to present their views.

Public comment on any matter will be limited to three (3) to five (5) minutes per item.
CXV. V. EXECUTIVE SESSION as Authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.073, 551.074, 551.075, 551.076, 551.082, 551.083 and 551.084.
CXV.DL. A. Discussion of Superintendent’s Recommendation of Personnel
CXV.DM. B. Consider and Discuss Proposed Non-Renewals of Term Contract Employees
* Elementary School Teachers
* Middle School Teachers
* High School Teachers
CXV.DN. C. Consider and Discuss Termination of Probationary Contract Teachers at the End of the Contract 
     Period
* Elementary School Teachers
* Middle School Teachers
* High School Teachers
CXV.DO. D. Consider and Discuss the Nonrenewal of Term Contract Employees at the End of the Contract Term
* Elementary School Teachers
* Middle School Teachers
* High School Teachers
CXV.DP. E. Consultation with Legal Counsel Regarding Resignations of Previously Terminated/Non-Renewed
     Teacher Probationary Term Contracts
CXV.DQ. F. Consultation with Legal Counsel Regarding Enforcement Actions Based on Refund due to the 
    Texas Education Agency (TEA) and Opportunity for a Hearing
CXV.DR. G. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071, Consultation with the Board’s Attorney
    Concerning Legal and Procedural Issues Involving Employee Non-Renewal Hearing
CXV.DS. H. Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Sections 551.074, 551.0821 and Texas Education Code
     Section 21.207, Conduct a Non-Renewal Hearing and Board Deliberations Concerning the
    Non-Renewal of Elementary School Teacher, Gregorio Cortez
CXXIV. VI. OPEN SESSION - Take possible action on matters discussed in Executive Session.
CXXIV.DU. A. Approval of Superintendent’s Recommendation of Personnel
CXXIV.DV. B. Consider and Take Possible Action on Proposed
Non-Renewals of Term Contract Employees
* Elementary School Teachers
* Middle School Teachers
* High School Teachers
CXXIV.DW. C. Consider and Take Possible Action on Termination of Probationary Contract Teachers at the End of
     the Contract Period
* Elementary School Teachers
* Middle School Teachers
* High School Teachers
CXXIV.DX. D. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding the Nonrenewal of Term Contract Teachers at the End of the Contract Term
* Elementary School Teachers
* Middle School Teachers
* High School Teachers
CXXIV.DY. E. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Rescinding Previous Board Action to Terminate/Non-Renew Teacher Probationary/Term Contracts of Employees Who Will Resign in Lieu of Termination/Non-Renewal
CXXIV.DZ. F. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Enforcement Actions Based on Refund Due to the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and Opportunity for a Hearing
CXXIV.EA. G. Consider and Take Action Regarding the Non-Renewal of Elementary School Teacher, Gregorio Cortez
CXXXII. VII. ADJOURN
Agenda Item Details Reload Your Meeting
Meeting: April 14, 2011 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting
Subject:
I. I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Subject:
I.B. Board Recognition
Subject:
I.B.c. 1. Pledge of Allegiance - Nicholas Markus Castillo - 12th Grade - Donna High School
Subject:
I.B.e. 2. Pledge to the Texas Flag - Kaylynn Beltran - 9th Grade - W.A. Todd 9th Grade Campus
Subject:
I.B.g. 3. Invocation - Israel Perez - Social Studies Teacher - D.A.E.P.
Subject:
I.B.i. 4. Recognition of Career Technology Education (CTE) Students Advancing to Skills USA State
    Competition
Subject:
I.B.k. 5. Recognition of Destination Imagination DHS Teams that Qualified for State
Subject:
I.B.m. 6. Recognition of Sauceda Middle School Principal Angie Gonzalez as Recipient of ABYDOS Principal
    A+ Honor Roll Award
Subject:
I.B.o. 7. Recognition of Caceres Elementary as Recipient of Title I, Part A Distinguished Performance School
Subject:
XVII. II. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
Subject:
XVII.R. 1. Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Quarterly Delinquent Tax Collection Report
Subject:
XVII.T. 2. Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Memorandum of Understanding Regarding "Miracle
    at Donna" Documentary, Frank Aragon Producer/Director and Donna ISD
Subject:
XXIII. III.  APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

In order to promote efficient meetings, the Board may act upon more than one item by a single vote through the use of consent agenda.  Consent items will be items placed directly under this heading for which no Board discussion is anticipated and for which the Superintendent Recommends approval.  Prior to the meeting, at the request of any member of the Board of Trustees, any item on the consent agenda shall be removed and given individual consideration.  Requests for individual consideration are made at least half-hour prior to Board meetings and requests must be directed to either the President of the Board or the Superintendent of Schools
Subject:
XXIII.X. 1. Accounts Payable
Subject:
XXIII.Z. 2. Budget Amendments for General Operating and Special Revenue Funds
Subject:
XXIII.AB. 3. Financial Reports for all Funds for February 2011 Litigation Fund for March 2011
Subject:
XXIII.AD. 4. Financial Statements: Cash Flow Bonds, Science Lab Addition and Child Nutrition Program (March
   2011) and District Financials (February 28, 2011)
Subject:
XXIII.AF. 5. Investment Activity Report for March 2011
Subject:
XXIII.AH. 6. Report on Monthly Tax Collection for the Month of February 2011
Subject:
XXIII.AJ. 7. Approval of Minutes for Regular Board Meeting, March 10, 2011 and Special Board Meeting
    March 3, 2011
Subject:
XXXIX. SS. SUPPORT SERVICES
Subject:
XXXIX.AN. SS.1 Architect's Monthly Report (PBK):
          * Status Report on New High School
Subject:
XXXIX.AP. SS.2 Architect’s Monthly Report (ERO):
          * Status Report on All of Donna ISD’s Current Facility Projects
Subject:
XXXIX.AR. SS.3 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Name, Mascot, and School Colors for
          Donna ISD’s Second High School
Subject:
XLVI. CI. CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION
Subject:
XLVI.AU. CI.1 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Summer School 2010-2011
Subject:
XLVI.AX. CI.2 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of the Interolcal Agreement with the University of  
        Texas Pan American for the Migrant University Summer Experience (MUSE) Program
        for Summer 2011
Subject:
XLVI.AZ. CI.3 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Out of State Travel to Las Vegas, Nevada for Gang
        Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.) Officer Training
Subject:
XLVI.BB. CI.4 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Title I, Part C - Migrant Grant (Fund 212)
         Reallocation Funding; NOGA #11615001108902 in the Amount of $682,691
Subject:
XLVI.BD. CI.5 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Title IV, Part A - Safe and Drug Free Schools and
        Communities (Fund 204) Reallocation Funding; NOGA #11691001108902 in the Amount
        of $8,592
Subject:
XLVI.BF. CI.6 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Title I, Part A - Improving Basic Programs Grant
        (Fund 211) Reallocation Funding; NOGA #11610101108902 in the Amount of $7,451
Subject:
XLVI.BH. CI.7 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Title II, Part D - Enhancing Education through
        Technology (Fund 262) TEA Reallocation Funding; NOGA #116300011080902 in the
        Amount of $14,943
Subject:
XLVI.BJ. CI.8 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between
        Advise TX College Advising Corps and DISD
Subject:
XLVI.BL. CI.9 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Application for Expedited and General State
        Waivers
Subject:
XLVI.BN. CI.10 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of The Texas Virtual School Network for DISD
Subject:
XLVI.BP. CI.11 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of The Texas Workforce Commission Grant
           Awarded to Donna High School Robotics Club
Subject:
LXX. BF. BUSINESS AND FINANCE
Subject:
LXX.BS. BF.1 Status Report on Districtwide Overtime Expenses
Subject:
LXX.BU. BF.2 Status Report on Districtwide Personnel     
Subject:
LXX.BW. BF.3 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval to Solicit Request for Proposals (RFPs) for
         Donna ISD Depository Contract or Action on Approval of Extending Depository Contract for Funds
         of DISD under T.E.A. Code, Chapter 45.205, Subchapter G
Subject:
LXX.BY. BF.4 Discussion and Possible Action to Solicit Request for Qualifications (RFQ’s) for External Auditor
          Professional Services
Subject:
LXX.CA. BF.5 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval to Initiate Payment to Texas Descon, L.P. For W.A.
          Todd 9th Grade School Science Class Rooms Project No. 10019 (Application No. Three 3)
Subject:
LXX.CC. BF.6 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval to Initiate Payment to Texas Descon, L.P. For W.A.
         Todd 9th Grade Science Class Rooms Project No. 10019 (Application No. Four-4)
Subject:
LXX.CE. BF.7 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval Initiate Payment to Texas Descon, L.P. For 
         Donna ISD W.A. Todd 9th Grade Dressing Rooms & Donna High School Multi-Purpose Activity
        Center Project No. 10002 & No. 10003 (Application No. Two-2 and No. Three-3)
Subject:
LXX.CG. BF.8 Discussion and Possible Action to Accept Texas Descon, L.P. Change Order No. 1 Donna High
         School Multi-Purpose Activity Center Projects
Subject:
LXX.CI. BF.9 Discussion and Possible Action to "Reject" (RFP) District Wide Security & Fire Alarm System
         Monitoring Services
Subject:
LXX.CK. BF.10 Discussion and Possible Action to Re-Open (RFP) District Wide Security & Fire Alarm System
           Monitoring Services
Subject:
LXX.CM. BF.11 Discussion and Possible Action to Solicit Request for Proposals RFPs for Athletic Equipment
            and Supplies
Subject:
LXX.CO. BF.12 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Paving Projects Districtwide
Subject:
LXX.CQ. BF.13 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Construction Manager at Risk for New High
           School Project
Subject:
LXX.CS. BF.14 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Ranking Order of Design Build Energy Program Project
Subject:
LXX.CU. BF.15 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval to Initiate Payment to E-Chalk
Subject:
LXX.CW. BF.16 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval to Renew District Wide Contract for Microsoft Office
            Suite
Subject:
LXX.CY. BF.17 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Renewal Contract with County of Hidalgo Offices
            of Tax Assessor - Collector
Subject:
LXX.DA. BF.18 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval to Initiate Payment to CS Advantage USAA, Inc.
Subject:
CVII. HR. HUMAN RESOURCES
Subject:
CVII.DD. HR.1 Discussion and Possible Action on Workers’ Compensation Excess Re-Insurance RFP #031111-956
Subject:
CVII.DF. HR.2 Discussion and Possible Action on the Renewal of the Risk Services Agreement with Valley Risk
          Consulting, Inc., for Plan Year 2011-2012
Subject:
CVII.DH. HR.3 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Summer Schedule
Subject:
CXIV. IV.  OPEN FORUM

The open forum part of the meeting is provided by local board policy, BED (LOCAL)

the open forum is provided by the Board of Trustees as an opportunity for citizens to comment on any matters relating to the Donna ISD.  The board can only listen to the matters addressed and cannot deliberate or decide on any matter presented.  However, any comments directed at any specific employees of the District or any specific personnel matter must be made in executive session.  a person seeking to comment on any matter must sign-up with the Board before the meeting begins and shall indicate the topic about which they wish to speak.  Delegations of more than five (5) persons shall appoint one person to present their views.

Public comment on any matter will be limited to three (3) to five (5) minutes per item.
Subject:
CXV. V. EXECUTIVE SESSION as Authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.073, 551.074, 551.075, 551.076, 551.082, 551.083 and 551.084.
Subject:
CXV.DL. A. Discussion of Superintendent’s Recommendation of Personnel
Subject:
CXV.DM. B. Consider and Discuss Proposed Non-Renewals of Term Contract Employees
* Elementary School Teachers
* Middle School Teachers
* High School Teachers
Subject:
CXV.DN. C. Consider and Discuss Termination of Probationary Contract Teachers at the End of the Contract 
     Period
* Elementary School Teachers
* Middle School Teachers
* High School Teachers
Subject:
CXV.DO. D. Consider and Discuss the Nonrenewal of Term Contract Employees at the End of the Contract Term
* Elementary School Teachers
* Middle School Teachers
* High School Teachers
Subject:
CXV.DP. E. Consultation with Legal Counsel Regarding Resignations of Previously Terminated/Non-Renewed
     Teacher Probationary Term Contracts
Subject:
CXV.DQ. F. Consultation with Legal Counsel Regarding Enforcement Actions Based on Refund due to the 
    Texas Education Agency (TEA) and Opportunity for a Hearing
Subject:
CXV.DR. G. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071, Consultation with the Board’s Attorney
    Concerning Legal and Procedural Issues Involving Employee Non-Renewal Hearing
Subject:
CXV.DS. H. Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Sections 551.074, 551.0821 and Texas Education Code
     Section 21.207, Conduct a Non-Renewal Hearing and Board Deliberations Concerning the
    Non-Renewal of Elementary School Teacher, Gregorio Cortez
Subject:
CXXIV. VI. OPEN SESSION - Take possible action on matters discussed in Executive Session.
Subject:
CXXIV.DU. A. Approval of Superintendent’s Recommendation of Personnel
Subject:
CXXIV.DV. B. Consider and Take Possible Action on Proposed
Non-Renewals of Term Contract Employees
* Elementary School Teachers
* Middle School Teachers
* High School Teachers
Subject:
CXXIV.DW. C. Consider and Take Possible Action on Termination of Probationary Contract Teachers at the End of
     the Contract Period
* Elementary School Teachers
* Middle School Teachers
* High School Teachers
Subject:
CXXIV.DX. D. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding the Nonrenewal of Term Contract Teachers at the End of the Contract Term
* Elementary School Teachers
* Middle School Teachers
* High School Teachers
Subject:
CXXIV.DY. E. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Rescinding Previous Board Action to Terminate/Non-Renew Teacher Probationary/Term Contracts of Employees Who Will Resign in Lieu of Termination/Non-Renewal
Subject:
CXXIV.DZ. F. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Enforcement Actions Based on Refund Due to the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and Opportunity for a Hearing
Subject:
CXXIV.EA. G. Consider and Take Action Regarding the Non-Renewal of Elementary School Teacher, Gregorio Cortez
Subject:
CXXXII. VII. ADJOURN

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