Meeting Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PRAYER
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE AMERICAN AND TEXAS FLAG
4. PRESENTATION
4.A. Presentation from the district's delinquent tax collection attorney McCreary Veselka Bragg & Allen (MVBA) of excess proceeds from the sale of forfeited property
5. PARENT-TEACHER-ORGANIZATION UPDATE
6. PUBLIC FORUM
7. CONSENT ITEMS
7.A. Approval of minutes of previous board meeting minutes
7.B. Approval of expenditures as presented
8. CAMPUS AND DEPARTMENT REPORTS
8.A. Secondary Campus Principal's Report
8.B. Special Programs Director's Report
8.C. Athletic Director's Report
8.D. Technology Director's Report
8.E. Business Manager's Reports
8.E.1. Financial Status Report
8.E.2. Cash Flow
8.E.3. Board Comparison to Budget Report
8.E.4. Investment Report
8.E.5. Cash Receipts
9. DISCUSSION ITEMS
9.A. Presentation and discussion from Jeff Bresee, PE, Sports Facility Design Team Leader - CEI and Lorenzo Navarrete, AIA - Senior Project Manager - Alliance Architects regarding the district needs assessment and potential bond election for facilities and infrastructure upgrades
9.B. Discussion regarding the district's staff listing for the 2025-2026 school year
9.C. Discussion regarding TASB Policy Update 125
10. ACTION ITEMS
10.A. Consideration and possible action to approve the teacher pay schedule for the 2025-2026 school year
10.B. Consideration and possible action to approve stipends for the 2025-2026 school  year
10.C. Consideration and possible action to increase the bus route pay 
10.D. Consideration and possible action to approve the proposed revisions to Local Board Policy EFB regarding Instructional Resources - Library Materials to be in compliance with SB 13 required mandates
10.E. Consideration and possible action to approve the proposed revision to Local Board Policy FD regarding Admissions and Students Not Enrolled to be in compliance with SB 401 required mandates
10.F. Consideration and possible action to approve the proposed revision to Local Board Policy FM regarding Student Activities to be in compliance with SB 401 required mandates
10.G. Consideration and possible action to approve the proposed revisions to Local Board Policy FNCE regarding Student Conduct - Personal Communication Devices or other Personal Electronic Devices to be in compliance with HB 1481 required mandates
10.H. Consideration and possible action to approve the Student Code of Conduct Handbook for the 2025-2026 school year
10.I. Consideration and possible action to approve the proposed Board Resolution Requesting Extension of Banking Depository Contract to Citizens State Bank
10.J. Consideration and possible action to approve the Resolution of the Board regarding the Annual Review of the Investment Policy and Program
10.K. Consideration and possible action to approve the 2025-2026 Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the City of Hubbard for a School Resource Officer (SRO)
10.L. Consideration and possible action to approve the continuation of coverage with TASB Risk Management Fund for the 2025-2026 Property, Automobile, Liability and Security Coverage ($95,717)
10.M. Consideration and possible action to approve the 2025-2026 SSA and Membership Contract with Education Service Center Region 12 ($63,810.12)
10.N. Consideration and possible action to approve the HUDL AD Package ($11,900) for the 2025-2026 school year
10.O. Consideration and possible action to purchase or lease a tractor or skid steer via BuyBoard contract with WC Tractor
10.P. Consideration and possible action to approve the purchase of lawn equipment for grounds maintenance from Landscape Supply ($15,361.92)
10.Q. Consideration and possible action to approve budget amendment as presented
10.R. Consideration and possible action to approve the Proposal for Engineering Services by Jeff Bresee, CEI Engineering, to provide services related to bond planning and promotional materials for the purpose of passing a bond for facilities and infrastructure upgrades
10.S. Consideration and possible action to approve a Municipal Advisory Agreement with Hilltop Securities Inc. as presented for the purpose of potential bond planning and issuance for facilities and infrastructure upgrades
10.T. Consideration and possible action to approve the proposed engagement of McCall, Parkhurst and Horton to provide Bond Counsel Services needed in connection with the issuance of a bond for facilities and infrastructure upgrades and any election required for the issuance of such bond
10.U. Consideration and possible action to determine the annual amount, if any, to be charged for non-qualifying prekindergarten students
10.V. Consideration and possible action to appoint Larry Hawthorne to serve as a board member delegate at the 2025 TASB Delegate Assembly
10.W. Consideration and possible action to approve the resolution as presented by the Hill County Extension Service for Extracurricular Status of the 4-H Organization
10.X. Consideration and possible action to make a nomination for the Board of Directors Vacancy Position for Navarro Central Appraisal District per the resolution provided
11. EXECUTIVE SESSION
12. CONSIDERATION and POSSIBLE ACTION to address any matters considered and/or discussed during the executive session when action is required in the opinion of the Board of Trustees
13. CONFIRMATION OF NEXT MONTHLY BOARD MEETING
14. ADJOURNMENT
Agenda Item Details Reload Your Meeting
Meeting: July 28, 2025 at 6:30 PM - REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Subject:
1. CALL TO ORDER
Description:
Announcement by the Board President as to whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act.
Subject:
2. PRAYER
Subject:
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE AMERICAN AND TEXAS FLAG
Subject:
4. PRESENTATION
Subject:
4.A. Presentation from the district's delinquent tax collection attorney McCreary Veselka Bragg & Allen (MVBA) of excess proceeds from the sale of forfeited property
Subject:
5. PARENT-TEACHER-ORGANIZATION UPDATE
Subject:
6. PUBLIC FORUM
Description:
It is the policy of the Board that if members of the audience wish to address the Board, they must sign the form at the entrance prior to the Board’s meeting and it is limited to no more than five minutes per speaker.
Subject:
7. CONSENT ITEMS
Subject:
7.A. Approval of minutes of previous board meeting minutes
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Motion to approve meeting minutes. This motion, made by Larry Hawthorne and seconded by Rusty McIver, Carried.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Yea
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
7.B. Approval of expenditures as presented
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Motion to approve expenditures. This motion, made by Victoria Fletcher and seconded by Larry Hawthorne, Carried.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Yea
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
8. CAMPUS AND DEPARTMENT REPORTS
Subject:
8.A. Secondary Campus Principal's Report
Subject:
8.B. Special Programs Director's Report
Subject:
8.C. Athletic Director's Report
Subject:
8.D. Technology Director's Report
Subject:
8.E. Business Manager's Reports
Subject:
8.E.1. Financial Status Report
Subject:
8.E.2. Cash Flow
Subject:
8.E.3. Board Comparison to Budget Report
Subject:
8.E.4. Investment Report
Subject:
8.E.5. Cash Receipts
Subject:
9. DISCUSSION ITEMS
Subject:
9.A. Presentation and discussion from Jeff Bresee, PE, Sports Facility Design Team Leader - CEI and Lorenzo Navarrete, AIA - Senior Project Manager - Alliance Architects regarding the district needs assessment and potential bond election for facilities and infrastructure upgrades
Subject:
9.B. Discussion regarding the district's staff listing for the 2025-2026 school year
Subject:
9.C. Discussion regarding TASB Policy Update 125
Subject:
10. ACTION ITEMS
Subject:
10.A. Consideration and possible action to approve the teacher pay schedule for the 2025-2026 school year
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
A motion was made to approve the teacher pay schedule for the 2025-2026 school year. This motion, made by Curtis Ellison and seconded by Cody Weatherby, Carried.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Yea
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
10.B. Consideration and possible action to approve stipends for the 2025-2026 school  year
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
A motion was made to approve the stipends for the 2025-2026 school year. This motion, made by Victoria Fletcher and seconded by Larry Hawthorne, Carried.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Yea
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
10.C. Consideration and possible action to increase the bus route pay 
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
A motion was made to increase the bus route pay. This motion, made by Victoria Fletcher and seconded by Larry Hawthorne, Carried.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Yea
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
10.D. Consideration and possible action to approve the proposed revisions to Local Board Policy EFB regarding Instructional Resources - Library Materials to be in compliance with SB 13 required mandates
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
A motion was made to approve the proposed revisions to Local Board Policy EFB regarding Instructional Resources - Library Materials to be in compliance with SB 13 required mandates. This motion, made by Larry Hawthorne and seconded by Rusty McIver, Carried.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Yea
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
10.E. Consideration and possible action to approve the proposed revision to Local Board Policy FD regarding Admissions and Students Not Enrolled to be in compliance with SB 401 required mandates
Action(s):
Motion Tabled:
A motion was made to table the proposed revision to Local Board Policy FD regarding Admissions and Students Not Enrolled to be in compliance with SB 401 required mandates. This motion, made by Rusty McIver and seconded by Larry Hawthorne, Tabled.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Yea
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
10.F. Consideration and possible action to approve the proposed revision to Local Board Policy FM regarding Student Activities to be in compliance with SB 401 required mandates
Action(s):
Motion Tabled:
A motion was made to table the proposed revision to Local Board Policy FM regarding Student Activities to be in compliance with SB 401 required mandates. This motion, made by Larry Hawthorne and seconded by Curtis Ellison, Tabled.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Yea
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
10.G. Consideration and possible action to approve the proposed revisions to Local Board Policy FNCE regarding Student Conduct - Personal Communication Devices or other Personal Electronic Devices to be in compliance with HB 1481 required mandates
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
A motion was made to approve the proposed revisions to Local Board Policy FNCE regarding Student Conduct - Personal Communication Devices or other Personal Electronic Devices to be in compliance with HB 1481 required mandates. This motion, made by Larry Hawthorne and seconded by Rusty McIver, Carried.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Yea
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
10.H. Consideration and possible action to approve the Student Code of Conduct Handbook for the 2025-2026 school year
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
A motion was made to approve the Student Code of Conduct Handbook for the 2025-2026 school year. This motion, made by Larry Hawthorne and seconded by Cody Weatherby, Carried.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Yea
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
10.I. Consideration and possible action to approve the proposed Board Resolution Requesting Extension of Banking Depository Contract to Citizens State Bank
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
A motion was made to approve the proposed Board Resolution Requesting Extension of Banking Depository Contract to Citizens State Bank. This motion, made by Larry Hawthorne and seconded by Rusty McIver, Carried.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Yea
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
10.J. Consideration and possible action to approve the Resolution of the Board regarding the Annual Review of the Investment Policy and Program
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
motion to approve the Resolution of the Board regarding the Annual Review of the Investment Policy and Program. This motion, made by Rusty McIver and seconded by Cody Weatherby, Carried.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Yea
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
10.K. Consideration and possible action to approve the 2025-2026 Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the City of Hubbard for a School Resource Officer (SRO)
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
A motion was made approve the 2025-2026 Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the City of Hubbard for a School Resource Officer (SRO). This motion, made by Rusty McIver and seconded by Larry Hawthorne, Carried.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Yea
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
10.L. Consideration and possible action to approve the continuation of coverage with TASB Risk Management Fund for the 2025-2026 Property, Automobile, Liability and Security Coverage ($95,717)
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
A motion was made to approve the continuation of coverage with TASB Risk Management Fund for the 2025-2026 Property, Automobile, Liability and Security Coverage ($95,717) as presented. This motion, made by Cody Weatherby and seconded by Victoria Fletcher, Carried.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Yea
  • Larry Hawthorne: Abstain (With Conflict)
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
10.M. Consideration and possible action to approve the 2025-2026 SSA and Membership Contract with Education Service Center Region 12 ($63,810.12)
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
A motion was made to approve the 2025-2026 SSA and Membership Contract with Education Service Center Region 12 ($63,810.12). This motion, made by Rusty McIver and seconded by Curtis Ellison, Carried.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Yea
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
10.N. Consideration and possible action to approve the HUDL AD Package ($11,900) for the 2025-2026 school year
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
A motion was made to approve the HUDL AD Package ($11,900) for the 2025-2026 school year. This motion, made by Curtis Ellison and seconded by Rusty McIver, Carried.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Yea
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
10.O. Consideration and possible action to purchase or lease a tractor or skid steer via BuyBoard contract with WC Tractor
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
A motion was made to purchase or lease a tractor or skid steer via BuyBoard contract with WC Tractor. This motion, made by Curtis Ellison and seconded by Cody Weatherby, Carried.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Nay
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
10.P. Consideration and possible action to approve the purchase of lawn equipment for grounds maintenance from Landscape Supply ($15,361.92)
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
A motion was made to approve the purchase of lawn equipment for grounds maintenance from Landscape Supply ($15,361.92). This motion, made by Curtis Ellison and seconded by Cody Weatherby, Carried.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Nay
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
10.Q. Consideration and possible action to approve budget amendment as presented
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
A motion was made to approve budget amendment as presented. This motion, made by Larry Hawthorne and seconded by Curtis Ellison, Carried.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Nay
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
10.R. Consideration and possible action to approve the Proposal for Engineering Services by Jeff Bresee, CEI Engineering, to provide services related to bond planning and promotional materials for the purpose of passing a bond for facilities and infrastructure upgrades
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
A motion was made to approve the Proposal for Engineering Services by Jeff Bresee, CEI Engineering, to provide services related to bond planning and promotional materials for the purpose of passing a bond for facilities and infrastructure upgrades. This motion, made by Rusty McIver and seconded by Larry Hawthorne, Carried.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Yea
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
10.S. Consideration and possible action to approve a Municipal Advisory Agreement with Hilltop Securities Inc. as presented for the purpose of potential bond planning and issuance for facilities and infrastructure upgrades
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
A motion was made to approve a Municipal Advisory Agreement with Hilltop Securities Inc. as presented for the purpose of potential bond planning and issuance for facilities and infrastructure upgrades. This motion, made by Larry Hawthorne and seconded by Curtis Ellison, Carried.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Yea
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
10.T. Consideration and possible action to approve the proposed engagement of McCall, Parkhurst and Horton to provide Bond Counsel Services needed in connection with the issuance of a bond for facilities and infrastructure upgrades and any election required for the issuance of such bond
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
A motion was made to approve the proposed engagement of McCall, Parkhurst and Horton to provide Bond Counsel Services needed in connection with the issuance of a bond for facilities and infrastructure upgrades and any election required for the issuance of such bond. This motion, made by Larry Hawthorne and seconded by Rusty McIver, Carried.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Yea
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
10.U. Consideration and possible action to determine the annual amount, if any, to be charged for non-qualifying prekindergarten students
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
A motion was made to not charge for non-qualifying prekindergarten students. This motion, made by Cody Weatherby and seconded by Victoria Fletcher, Carried.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Yea
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
10.V. Consideration and possible action to appoint Larry Hawthorne to serve as a board member delegate at the 2025 TASB Delegate Assembly
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
A motion was made to approve Larry Hawthorne to serve as a board member delegate at the 2025 TASB Delegate Assembly. This motion, made by Curtis Ellison and seconded by Victoria Fletcher, Carried.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Yea
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
10.W. Consideration and possible action to approve the resolution as presented by the Hill County Extension Service for Extracurricular Status of the 4-H Organization
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
A motion was made to approve the resolution as presented by the Hill County Extension Service for Extracurricular Status of the 4-H Organization. This motion, made by Rusty McIver and seconded by Larry Hawthorne, Carried.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Yea
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
10.X. Consideration and possible action to make a nomination for the Board of Directors Vacancy Position for Navarro Central Appraisal District per the resolution provided
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
A motion was made to take no action on making a nomination for the Board of Directors Vacancy Position for Navarro Central Appraisal District per the resolution provided. This motion, made by Larry Hawthorne and seconded by Rusty McIver, Carried.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Yea
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea
Subject:
11. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Description:
ADJOURNED TO CLOSED SESSION for the purpose of considering matters for which closed sessions are authorized under the Texas Open Meetings Act of Texas Government Code Title 5, Chapter 551 Subchapter D, whereupon the Superintendent, at the request of the Board President, will present for the Board's consideration or discussion personnel matters (Sec. 551.074).
Subject:
12. CONSIDERATION and POSSIBLE ACTION to address any matters considered and/or discussed during the executive session when action is required in the opinion of the Board of Trustees
Subject:
13. CONFIRMATION OF NEXT MONTHLY BOARD MEETING
Subject:
14. ADJOURNMENT
Action(s):
Motion Carried:
Motion was made to adjourn by Rusty McIver and seconded by Cody Weatherby. This motion, made by Rusty McIver and seconded by Cody Weatherby, Carried.
  • Curtis Ellison: Yea
  • Victoria Fletcher: Yea
  • Larry Hawthorne: Yea
  • Rusty McIver: Yea
  • Jason Patrick: Yea
  • Colin Taylor: Yea
  • Cody Weatherby: Yea

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