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Meeting Agenda
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 
RECOGNITION
1. Culinary arts Student recognition for achieving excellence and an understanding of the value of their education at the Paella Challenge.
2. Recognition of Robotics Students on their accomplishments and achievement of excellence during regional competitions.
3. Recognition of Skills USA Students for achieving excellence during the Skills USA regional and state competitions.
4. Recognition of three South San High School Swim Team Members on their accomplishments and recognizing the individual student's efforts and commitment to excellence.
5. Recognition of four South San High School Golf Team Members on their accomplishments and recognizing the student's leadership and sportsmanship at the Laredo Golf Tournament.
6. Recognition of the South San High School Girls Basketball All District Awards/Selections on their accomplishments and recognizing the dedication and efforts of their hard work on the court and in the classroom.
7. Recognition of the South San High School Boys Basketball All District Awards/Selections on their accomplishments and recognition for their dedication and efforts both on the court and in the classroom.
8. Recognize Maria Luisa Cardenas for her award, the San Antonio River Authority Watershed Wise School Grant to enhance science instruction for kinder through fifth grade students.
9. Recognition of the San Antonio Area Association for Bilingual Education (SAAABE) 2016 Bilingual Teacher of the Year for outstanding support to English Language Learners.
CITIZENS TO BE HEARD
SUPERINTENDENT'S REMARKS (NO ACTION / REPORT ONLY)
PRESENTATIONS / REPORTS 
1. In an effort to improve the educational experiences of children in South San Antonio ISD, Texas A&M University, College Station engaged in a district-wide analysis of "organizational inclusiveness" and its link to student success.
2. Report by Garza Bomberger and Associates on the completion of the High School Auditorium Renovation Project.  The newly renovated auditorium will provide a safe learning environment for students and an appropriate facility for extra-curricular activities. 
3. Report from Board Member concerning observations and complaints received involving campus discipline within District schools.
DISCUSSION / POSSIBLE ACTION
1. Discussion and possible Board action to direct the Superintendent concerning additional disciplinary measures and/or policies concerning campus discipline.
2. Discussion and possible action to approve changes to revenue, expenditures and extraordinary expenses and approve amendment to 2015 - 2016 adopted budget in order to realign the district local budget more closely to student needs and focus areas.
3. Discussion and possible action to approve the Business Operations Consulting Services Request for Proposal 2016-6.  These services are for the purpose of becoming efficient in the business operations which in turn will secure a safe environment that provides an education to each child in our system.
CONSENT
1. Approval of SIRIUS Education Solutions donation to enhance classroom instructional practices for improved student engagement.
2. Approval of the San Antonio River Authority Watershed Wise School Grant for an outdoor classroom at Five Palms Elementary to enhance science instruction for kinder through fifth grade students.
3. Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of Focused Mathematics Interventions Level 5 and Level 8 to improve student learning of critical math TEKS.
4. Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of custodial equipment from Matera Paper Company in the amount of $43,067.00 utilizing the TASB Buyboard cooperative contract #490-15.  This equipment will ensure that our facilities meet the needs of our students and staff and provide a clean learning environment.
5. Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of large kitchen equipment in the amount of $97,101.53 from Jean's Restaurant Supply utilizing the Region 20 Cooperative Bid #2120.  This purchase will improve meal production and the quality of student meals which contribute to a healthy learning environment.
6. Approval of Board Policy Update 104.  The updates will provide guidance in the governance of the District to provide a quality education for all students.
7. Approve amendment to Board Policy CE (LOCAL) to align with the needs of our students and educational programs in the district.
8. Approve Board Meeting Minutes:
8.A. March 23, 2016 Special Called Meeting
8.B. March 23, 2016 Regular Called Meeting
8.C. April 7, 2016 Special Called Meeting
CLOSED / EXECUTIVE SESSION

NOTICE:  The Board of Trustees may elect to go into Closed Meeting any time during the meeting to discuss matters listed on the Agenda when authorized by the provisions of the Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.  In the event the Board of Trustees elects to go into Closed Meeting regarding an Agenda Item, the Board of Trustees will hold a Closed Meeting to discuss individual personnel matters including termination, litigation and other matters the Board deems necessary.  Upon completion of Closed Meeting, the Board of Trustees may, in the open session, take such action as appropriate on items discussed in a Closed Meeting.  If, during the course of the meeting, any discussion of any item listed on the agenda should be held in Closed Meeting, the Board will convene in such Closed Meeting in accordance with Texas Government Code Sections 551.001 - 551.088. The Board members may take action in the open portion of the meeting on items discussed in the Closed Meeting but no action will be taken in closed session.  

The Board will return to open session and take appropriate action, if any, on items discussed in closed session.  No Action will be taken in closed session.  Further, Board Members are reminded that all items discussed in closed session must remain confidential so as to avoid liability to the district. The Board will consider and discuss, the following items:

Closed Meeting pursuant to the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code §§ 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, 551.076, 551.082, and 551.0821
1. Level III employee grievance hearings pursuant to Texas Government Code §§ 551.074. 
2. Discussion concerning personnel matters pursuant to Texas Government Code §§ 551.074.
ADJOURNMENT
Agenda Item Details Reload Your Meeting
Meeting: April 20, 2016 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting
Subject:
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Subject:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 
Subject:
RECOGNITION
Subject:
1. Culinary arts Student recognition for achieving excellence and an understanding of the value of their education at the Paella Challenge.
Subject:
2. Recognition of Robotics Students on their accomplishments and achievement of excellence during regional competitions.
Subject:
3. Recognition of Skills USA Students for achieving excellence during the Skills USA regional and state competitions.
Subject:
4. Recognition of three South San High School Swim Team Members on their accomplishments and recognizing the individual student's efforts and commitment to excellence.
Subject:
5. Recognition of four South San High School Golf Team Members on their accomplishments and recognizing the student's leadership and sportsmanship at the Laredo Golf Tournament.
Subject:
6. Recognition of the South San High School Girls Basketball All District Awards/Selections on their accomplishments and recognizing the dedication and efforts of their hard work on the court and in the classroom.
Subject:
7. Recognition of the South San High School Boys Basketball All District Awards/Selections on their accomplishments and recognition for their dedication and efforts both on the court and in the classroom.
Subject:
8. Recognize Maria Luisa Cardenas for her award, the San Antonio River Authority Watershed Wise School Grant to enhance science instruction for kinder through fifth grade students.
Subject:
9. Recognition of the San Antonio Area Association for Bilingual Education (SAAABE) 2016 Bilingual Teacher of the Year for outstanding support to English Language Learners.
Subject:
CITIZENS TO BE HEARD
Subject:
SUPERINTENDENT'S REMARKS (NO ACTION / REPORT ONLY)
Subject:
PRESENTATIONS / REPORTS 
Subject:
1. In an effort to improve the educational experiences of children in South San Antonio ISD, Texas A&M University, College Station engaged in a district-wide analysis of "organizational inclusiveness" and its link to student success.
Subject:
2. Report by Garza Bomberger and Associates on the completion of the High School Auditorium Renovation Project.  The newly renovated auditorium will provide a safe learning environment for students and an appropriate facility for extra-curricular activities. 
Subject:
3. Report from Board Member concerning observations and complaints received involving campus discipline within District schools.
Subject:
DISCUSSION / POSSIBLE ACTION
Subject:
1. Discussion and possible Board action to direct the Superintendent concerning additional disciplinary measures and/or policies concerning campus discipline.
Subject:
2. Discussion and possible action to approve changes to revenue, expenditures and extraordinary expenses and approve amendment to 2015 - 2016 adopted budget in order to realign the district local budget more closely to student needs and focus areas.
Subject:
3. Discussion and possible action to approve the Business Operations Consulting Services Request for Proposal 2016-6.  These services are for the purpose of becoming efficient in the business operations which in turn will secure a safe environment that provides an education to each child in our system.
Subject:
CONSENT
Subject:
1. Approval of SIRIUS Education Solutions donation to enhance classroom instructional practices for improved student engagement.
Subject:
2. Approval of the San Antonio River Authority Watershed Wise School Grant for an outdoor classroom at Five Palms Elementary to enhance science instruction for kinder through fifth grade students.
Subject:
3. Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of Focused Mathematics Interventions Level 5 and Level 8 to improve student learning of critical math TEKS.
Subject:
4. Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of custodial equipment from Matera Paper Company in the amount of $43,067.00 utilizing the TASB Buyboard cooperative contract #490-15.  This equipment will ensure that our facilities meet the needs of our students and staff and provide a clean learning environment.
Subject:
5. Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of large kitchen equipment in the amount of $97,101.53 from Jean's Restaurant Supply utilizing the Region 20 Cooperative Bid #2120.  This purchase will improve meal production and the quality of student meals which contribute to a healthy learning environment.
Subject:
6. Approval of Board Policy Update 104.  The updates will provide guidance in the governance of the District to provide a quality education for all students.
Subject:
7. Approve amendment to Board Policy CE (LOCAL) to align with the needs of our students and educational programs in the district.
Subject:
8. Approve Board Meeting Minutes:
Subject:
8.A. March 23, 2016 Special Called Meeting
Subject:
8.B. March 23, 2016 Regular Called Meeting
Subject:
8.C. April 7, 2016 Special Called Meeting
Subject:
CLOSED / EXECUTIVE SESSION

NOTICE:  The Board of Trustees may elect to go into Closed Meeting any time during the meeting to discuss matters listed on the Agenda when authorized by the provisions of the Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.  In the event the Board of Trustees elects to go into Closed Meeting regarding an Agenda Item, the Board of Trustees will hold a Closed Meeting to discuss individual personnel matters including termination, litigation and other matters the Board deems necessary.  Upon completion of Closed Meeting, the Board of Trustees may, in the open session, take such action as appropriate on items discussed in a Closed Meeting.  If, during the course of the meeting, any discussion of any item listed on the agenda should be held in Closed Meeting, the Board will convene in such Closed Meeting in accordance with Texas Government Code Sections 551.001 - 551.088. The Board members may take action in the open portion of the meeting on items discussed in the Closed Meeting but no action will be taken in closed session.  

The Board will return to open session and take appropriate action, if any, on items discussed in closed session.  No Action will be taken in closed session.  Further, Board Members are reminded that all items discussed in closed session must remain confidential so as to avoid liability to the district. The Board will consider and discuss, the following items:

Closed Meeting pursuant to the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code §§ 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, 551.076, 551.082, and 551.0821
Subject:
1. Level III employee grievance hearings pursuant to Texas Government Code §§ 551.074. 
Subject:
2. Discussion concerning personnel matters pursuant to Texas Government Code §§ 551.074.
Subject:
ADJOURNMENT

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