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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. BOARD HONORS
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4.A. A SSG. Manuel R. Puentes Middle School student and El Dorado High School student will be recognized for being selected for the statewide Youth Art Month Exhibition at the Bullock Texas State History Museum in Austin
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4.B. Sgt. Jose F. Carrasco Elementary School Robotics Team will be recognized for winning the Inspire Award at the SISD ROBOCOM XI Competition and for advancing to the First Lego League Texas Championship
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4.C. Three SISD Robotics Teams will be recognized for advancing to the First Lego League Texas Championship and one team will be recognized for advancing to the Western Edge National Robotics Competition
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4.D. The Americas High School Robotics Team will be recognized for competing and placing second at the UIL BEST Robotics State Championship
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4.E. SISD dance students will be recognized for being selected and representing the district at the 2026 Texas Dance Educators Association State Convention
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4.F. Eastlake, Pebble Hills and Americas High School Music Ensembles will be recognized for being invited to perform at the Texas Music Educators Association State Conference and the BIG IX Trombone Conference
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5. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
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5.A. A William D. Slider Middle School teacher will be recognized for winning the Texas VFW Middle School Teacher of the Year Award
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5.B. Proclamation for National School Breakfast Week, March 2-6, 2026, to be announced by Board President
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5.C. Proclamation for Theater in Schools Month, March 2026, to be announced by Board President
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6. OPEN FORUM
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7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
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7.A. 2024-2025 Annual Report
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7.B. School Improvement
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8. DISTRICT REPORTS
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8.A. 2026-2027 District Calendars
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8.B. Board Goals 3
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8.C. Budget Development Workshop for 2026-2027
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8.D. Financial Update and Quarterly Investment Report - Quarter Ending December 31, 2025
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8.E. TEA Conservator Executive Summary Report
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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. January 14, 2026 Special Board of Trustees Meerting
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9.A.2. January 22, 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.C. Consider approval of Budget Amendments
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9.C.1. Amendments for February 18, 2026
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9.D. Consider approval of Awarding of Bids
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9.D.1. Security Uniform, Equipment, and Accessories Supplies - RFP No. E2629
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9.D.2. District Network Electronics - RFP No. E2619 (Effective Date Amendment)
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9.E. Consider approval of Requests for Extension
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9.E.1. Fire Alarm Upgrades, Maintenance and Services - RFP No. E2355
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9.E.2. Landscaping, Xeriscaping and Masonry Services - RFP No. E2520
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9.E.3. Medical Services for Athletic Events, RFQ No. E2359
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9.F. Consider approval of Contracts
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9.F.1. Interlocal Agreement(s)
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9.F.1.a. SISD Police Department and El Paso County Sheriff's Office for their use of the
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9.F.1.b. SISD Police Department and Ysleta Pueblo Del Sur Tribal Department of Public
Safety/Tribal Police Department |
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9.F.1.c. University Medical Center of El Paso-Lab Services
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9.F.2. Memorandum(s) of Understanding (MOUs)
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9.F.2.a. Project Vida Health Center-Be You Adolescent Health Program - Renewal
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9.F.2.b. Teach Us Texas
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9.G. Consider approval of purchasing cooperatives and purchases over $50,000
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9.G.1. Data Center Server, Region 14 ESC-OMNIA Contract #01-146 Technology Solutions, Products and Services
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9.G.2. ESC Region 19 Allied States Cooperative Contract #25-7529 Linen Sales, Rentals and Service
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9.G.3. UTEP Don Haskins for 2026 Graduation Contract
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9.G.4. Region 19 Allied Estates Contract #25-7525, USI Southwest Inc.
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9.H. Consider approval of Resolution(s)
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9.H.1. Resolution to Approve List of Current Brokers and Investment Pools
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9.H.2. Resolution Stating Review of Investment Policy
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9.H.3. Resolution Approving Independent Sources for Investment Training and Designation of Investment Officers
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9.I. Consider approval of Financial Report and Quarterly Investment Report as of December 31, 2025
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9.J. Consider approval of revisions to Local Policy under TASB Update 126
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9.J.1. CSA (Local) - Facility Standards; Safety and Security
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9.J.2. EHBAF (Local) - Special Education; Video/Audio Monitoring (previous Board
approval on 11/19/2025-additional revisions have been made as a recommendation by TASB and District Legal advise) |
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9.J.3. DC (Local) - Employment Practices
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9.K. Consider approval of Senate Bill 11 on Daily Prayer Time
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9.L. Consider approval of 2025-2026 Updated Professional Development Plan
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9.M. Consider approval of 2026-2027 District Calendar
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9.N. Consider approval of School Improvement Plan(s)
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9.N.1. Chester E. Jordan Elementary School
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9.N.2. Ernesto Serna Fine Arts Academy
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9.N.3. Socorro Middle School
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9.O. Consider approval of Office of the Governor Grant Resolution(s)
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9.O.1. Active Attack Response Equipment Grant Program, FY 2027
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9.O.2. Juvenile Justice & Youth Diversion Grant Program, FY2027
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9.P. Consider approval of SB 13 Book List Submission for Library Services
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10. EXECUTIVE SESSION
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10.A. The meeting is to be closed for discussion with legal counsel regarding the potential sale of district owned real property #2612-14400 Block of Gateway Boulevard East, El Paso TX 79928 (10 Acres); under Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 and 551.072.
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11. NEW BUSINESS (CONTINUED)
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11.A. Discussion and possible action regarding the potential sale of district owned real property as follows: E2612-14400 Block of Gateway Boulevard East, El Paso TX 79928 (10 Acres)
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12. ADJOURN
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Agenda Item Details
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| Meeting: | February 18, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Agenda of Regular Meeting | |
| Subject: |
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM
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| Subject: |
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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| Subject: |
3. SUPERINTENDENT'S COMMENTS
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| Subject: |
3.A. Announcement of New Personnel
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| Subject: |
3.B. District Initiatives/Events
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4. BOARD HONORS
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| Presenter: |
Presenter: Daniel Escobar
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4.A. A SSG. Manuel R. Puentes Middle School student and El Dorado High School student will be recognized for being selected for the statewide Youth Art Month Exhibition at the Bullock Texas State History Museum in Austin
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4.B. Sgt. Jose F. Carrasco Elementary School Robotics Team will be recognized for winning the Inspire Award at the SISD ROBOCOM XI Competition and for advancing to the First Lego League Texas Championship
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4.C. Three SISD Robotics Teams will be recognized for advancing to the First Lego League Texas Championship and one team will be recognized for advancing to the Western Edge National Robotics Competition
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4.D. The Americas High School Robotics Team will be recognized for competing and placing second at the UIL BEST Robotics State Championship
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4.E. SISD dance students will be recognized for being selected and representing the district at the 2026 Texas Dance Educators Association State Convention
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4.F. Eastlake, Pebble Hills and Americas High School Music Ensembles will be recognized for being invited to perform at the Texas Music Educators Association State Conference and the BIG IX Trombone Conference
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5. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
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Presenter: Daniel Escobar
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5.A. A William D. Slider Middle School teacher will be recognized for winning the Texas VFW Middle School Teacher of the Year Award
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5.B. Proclamation for National School Breakfast Week, March 2-6, 2026, to be announced by Board President
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Description:
INFO: **All across the Nation, NSBW is celebrated allowing districts throughout the country to showcase their Breakfast Programs.
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5.C. Proclamation for Theater in Schools Month, March 2026, to be announced by Board President
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Description:
INFO: **The Texas Thespians Chapter of the National Educational Theater
Association each year recognizes the month of March as Theater in School Month. The Department of Fine Arts requests the SISD School Board to approve the proclamation to honor our theater programs, students, and teachers in the month of March. |
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6. OPEN FORUM
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7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
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7.A. 2024-2025 Annual Report
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Presenter: Kelly McBain
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Description:
INFO :**The Texas Education Code Chapter 39.306 requires each district's Board of Trustees to hold a public hearing regarding the district's annual report within 90 calendar days of receiving a PDF Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR).
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7.B. School Improvement
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Presenter: Jina Eksaengsri
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Description:
INFO: **A Public Hearing is required for the submission of Local Improvement and Targeted Improvement Plans. These improvement plans support and focus on Student Achievement and Growth, specifically by improving the academic achievement of all students.
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8. DISTRICT REPORTS
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8.A. 2026-2027 District Calendars
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Presenter: Dr. Adam Starke
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Description:
INFO: **A presentation regarding the development process of the district calendar for 2026-2027 school year will be provided for the Board of Trustees.
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8.B. Board Goals 3
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Presenter: Kelly McBain
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Description:
INFO: **This presentation will provide data on the board goal #3 and progress measures.
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8.C. Budget Development Workshop for 2026-2027
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Presenter: David C. Solis
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Description:
INFO: **A presentation regarding the budget development process will be provided for the Board of Trustees.
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8.D. Financial Update and Quarterly Investment Report - Quarter Ending December 31, 2025
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Presenter: David C. Solis
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Description:
INFO: **A financial update and the Quarterly Investment Report as of December 31, 2025, will be presented to the Board of Trustees, providing an overview of the District's financial position and investment performance for the quarter.
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8.E. TEA Conservator Executive Summary Report
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Presenters: TEA Conservators
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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. January 14, 2026 Special Board of Trustees Meerting
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9.A.2. January 22, 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.C. Consider approval of Budget Amendments
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9.C.1. Amendments for February 18, 2026
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9.D. Consider approval of Awarding of Bids
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9.D.1. Security Uniform, Equipment, and Accessories Supplies - RFP No. E2629
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Description:
INFO: **To procure security uniforms, equipment, and related supplies that support campus safety operations. (Maximum $110,000.00 - TEA Safe Cycle II Grant and Budgeted General Fund)
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9.D.2. District Network Electronics - RFP No. E2619 (Effective Date Amendment)
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Description:
INFO: **The Department of Technology Services respectfully requests that the effective date be amended to February 19, 2026, for this bid award. (Maximum $4,000,000.00 previously approved - School and Libraries Division [E-Rate Program] and Budgeted General Fund)
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9.E. Consider approval of Requests for Extension
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Description:
INFO: **For an additional 1-year accordingly.
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9.E.1. Fire Alarm Upgrades, Maintenance and Services - RFP No. E2355
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Description:
INFO: **Extend for an additional one-year through April 18, 2027, which is the third and final possible extension. (Maximum $175,000.00 - Budgeted General Fund)
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9.E.2. Landscaping, Xeriscaping and Masonry Services - RFP No. E2520
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Description:
INFO: **Extend for an additional one-year, through April 4, 2027, which
represents the first available option to extend under the original solicitation. (Maximum $150,000.00 - Budgeted General Fund) |
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9.E.3. Medical Services for Athletic Events, RFQ No. E2359
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Description:
INFO: **Extend for an additional one-year, through May 31, 2027, which is the second possible extension. (Maximum $90,000.00 - Budgeted General Funds)
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9.F. Consider approval of Contracts
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9.F.1. Interlocal Agreement(s)
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9.F.1.a. SISD Police Department and El Paso County Sheriff's Office for their use of the
incinerator |
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Description:
INFO: **The proper disposal of narcotic evidence is critical to be in accordance with State law and for the Department accreditation process. (Maximum $1.25 per pound of narcotics - Budgeted General Funds)
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9.F.1.b. SISD Police Department and Ysleta Pueblo Del Sur Tribal Department of Public
Safety/Tribal Police Department |
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Description:
INFO: **Texas House Bill 33, Sec. 722.014, Section c, item #1, requires Police Agencies to give priority to establishing the interoperability of communications equipment among departments. This Agreement allows both police agencies the use of each other's radio frequencies in the event of a mass casualty or any emergency event. (No cost to the District)
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9.F.1.c. University Medical Center of El Paso-Lab Services
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Description:
INFO: **Renewal for the laboratory services for students in the Health Professions Academy clinical rotation sites. (Maximum $8,000.00 - Budgeted CTE Funds PIC22)
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9.F.2. Memorandum(s) of Understanding (MOUs)
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9.F.2.a. Project Vida Health Center-Be You Adolescent Health Program - Renewal
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Description:
INFO: **To continue providing high-quality behavioral health services:
placing a PVHC Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician and a Navigator. (No cost to the District) |
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9.F.2.b. Teach Us Texas
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Description:
INFO: **For the placement of TU teacher candidates for internships, clinical
teaching, and other field-based experiences within Socorro ISD. The agreement establishes protocols consistent with TEA educator preparation standards and District operational procedures. (No cost to the District) |
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9.G. Consider approval of purchasing cooperatives and purchases over $50,000
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9.G.1. Data Center Server, Region 14 ESC-OMNIA Contract #01-146 Technology Solutions, Products and Services
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Description:
INFO: **For the purchase of Data Center Servers from Decision Tree Inc. (Maximum $263,937.00 - Budgeted General Technology Funds)
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9.G.2. ESC Region 19 Allied States Cooperative Contract #25-7529 Linen Sales, Rentals and Service
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Description:
INFO: **For the procurement of dishcloths and dust mop services, achieving a significant cost savings through volume purchasing while securing the best overall value. (Maximum $98,000.00 - Budgeted National School Breakfast and Lunch Program Funds and Budgeted General Fund)
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9.G.3. UTEP Don Haskins for 2026 Graduation Contract
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Description:
INFO: **Use of facilities at Don Haskins (UTEP) for Spring 2026 High School Graduation, Friday, June 5, 2026, and Saturday, June 6, 2026. (Maximum $111,201.00 - Budgeted General Fund)
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9.G.4. Region 19 Allied Estates Contract #25-7525, USI Southwest Inc.
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Description:
INFO: **To provide Professional Malpractice Insurance as the district's employee health clinic physician contract requires placement of the tail coverage for the stated period. (Maximum $39,226.24 - Budgeted General/Health Insurance Fund)
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9.H. Consider approval of Resolution(s)
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9.H.1. Resolution to Approve List of Current Brokers and Investment Pools
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Description:
INFO: **The Public Funds Investment Act (PFIA) requires the Board of Trustees to approve and adopt a list of brokers and investment pools.
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9.H.2. Resolution Stating Review of Investment Policy
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Description:
INFO: **The Board of Trustees will review the Investment Strategies and
Investment Policy of Socorro ISD as required by the Public Funds Investment Act. |
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9.H.3. Resolution Approving Independent Sources for Investment Training and Designation of Investment Officers
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Description:
INFO: **Resolution to approve an independent source for training for the
investment officers. |
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9.I. Consider approval of Financial Report and Quarterly Investment Report as of December 31, 2025
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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. Each quarter, an investment report is prepared to present the Board of Trustees with a summary of all investment transactions for funds governed by the Public Funds Investment Act.
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9.J. Consider approval of revisions to Local Policy under TASB Update 126
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9.J.1. CSA (Local) - Facility Standards; Safety and Security
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9.J.2. EHBAF (Local) - Special Education; Video/Audio Monitoring (previous Board
approval on 11/19/2025-additional revisions have been made as a recommendation by TASB and District Legal advise) |
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9.J.3. DC (Local) - Employment Practices
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9.K. Consider approval of Senate Bill 11 on Daily Prayer Time
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Description:
INFO: **A board wishing to establish a daily period for prayers and reading of religious texts must do so by adopting the statutory resolution.
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9.L. Consider approval of 2025-2026 Updated Professional Development Plan
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Description:
INFO: **This plan details the annual professional development plan as outlined by DMA Local, the professional development clearinghouse. State Board of Certification, and guided by the Texas Association of School Board's School District Training Chart. This plan was approved by the Board of Trustees in July 2025; additional changes have been made by applicable departments and all changes are highlighted in yellow.
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9.M. Consider approval of 2026-2027 District Calendar
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Description:
INFO **The District is fulfilling the requirement of developing a district calendar for the 2026-2027 school year. Board approval affords District and campus personnel time to be able to sufficiently plan for the next school year.
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9.N. Consider approval of School Improvement Plan(s)
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Description:
INFO: **These improvement plans support and focus on Student Achievement and Growth, specifically by improving the academic achievement of all students.
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9.N.1. Chester E. Jordan Elementary School
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9.N.2. Ernesto Serna Fine Arts Academy
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9.N.3. Socorro Middle School
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9.O. Consider approval of Office of the Governor Grant Resolution(s)
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9.O.1. Active Attack Response Equipment Grant Program, FY 2027
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Description:
INFO: **For law enforcement agencies to equip peace officers with bullet-resistant shields and breaching tools.
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9.O.2. Juvenile Justice & Youth Diversion Grant Program, FY2027
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Description:
INFO: **To prevent violence in and around school; and to improve the juvenile justice system by providing mental health services, truancy prevention, diversion services and intervention through community-based school programs.
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9.P. Consider approval of SB 13 Book List Submission for Library Services
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Description:
INFO: **Submission of the SB 13-compliant recommended book list for board approval. The list includes new titles not previously owned or submitted, ensuring compliance with state law and district policy.
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10. EXECUTIVE SESSION
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10.A. The meeting is to be closed for discussion with legal counsel regarding the potential sale of district owned real property #2612-14400 Block of Gateway Boulevard East, El Paso TX 79928 (10 Acres); under Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 and 551.072.
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| Subject: |
11. NEW BUSINESS (CONTINUED)
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| Subject: |
11.A. Discussion and possible action regarding the potential sale of district owned real property as follows: E2612-14400 Block of Gateway Boulevard East, El Paso TX 79928 (10 Acres)
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| Presenter: |
Presenter: Legal Counsel
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12. ADJOURN
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