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Meeting Agenda
I. Call to Order and Establish Quorum
II. Pledge of Allegiance and Moment of Silence

Pledge to the U. S. Flag -
  Anahi Molano, Fifth Grade Student at Salinas Elementary School
Pledge to Texas Flag - Leslie Guerra, Fifth Grade Student at O'Grady Elementary School
III. Board Awards and Recognitions
III.1. Recognition of Top Parent Volunteer
III.2. Recognition of Top Three Graduates from Mission High School (MHS) and Veterans Memorial High School (VMHS)
III.3. Recognition of VMHS Academic UIL Team for District Championship
III.4. Recognition of VMHS One Act Play Team for District Championship and Advancing to State
III.5. Recognition of MHS Student Advancing to State Academic UIL Competition
III.6. Recognition of MHS Student for Advancing to State Visual Arts Scholastic Event
III.7. Recognition of VMHS HOSA Students who Advanced to State/National Competitions
III.8. Recognition of VMHS FFA Chapter Students Advancing to State Career Development Competitions
III.9. Recognition of MHS Softball Team for District Championship
III.10. Recognition of MHS Girls Soccer Team for District Championship
III.11. Recognition of VMHS Baseball Team for District Championship
III.12. Recognition of VMHS Girls Track Team for District Championship
IV. Presentations to the Board
IV.1. Quarterly Internal Auditor's Report
IV.2. Recognition of Child Nutrition Program for Successful Implementation of the New Required Compliance with the Texas Department of Agriculture
IV.3. Information on TSTEM Academy and Future Magnet Programs at Both High Schools
V. Comments from the Public
VI. Discussion and Possible Action
VI.1. Discussion and Approval of Anti-Voucher Resolution
VI.2. Approval of School Mascot and School Colors for Mission Collegiate High School
VI.3. Consideration and Approval Requesting to Purchase District Vehicles for Travel
VI.4. Consideration and Approval of Change Proposal Request #3 to Add Two Additional Outlets and Disconnects for Welding Equipment and Additional 110V Outlet at the Veterans Memorial High School Ag Department Project
VI.5. Consideration and Approval of Change Proposal Request #4 for “Credit” to Owner for not Painting Exposed Ductwork in Shop Area at the Veterans Memorial High School Ag Department Project
VI.6. Consideration and Approval of Change Proposal Request #5 to Provide the Canopy with Plywood Soffit Panel at the Veterans Memorial High School Ag Department Project
VI.7. Consideration and Approval of Change Proposal Request #6 to Provide Structural Steel to Support Folding Partition between Classrooms at the Veterans Memorial High School Ag Department Project
VI.8. Consideration and Approval of Change Proposal Request #7 to Provide Structural Steel to Support Electric Hoist at the Covered Lay Down Area at the Veterans Memorial High School Ag Department Project
VI.9. Consideration and Approval of Ranking Proposals for the R. Cantu Junior High School MEP Repairs
VI.10. Consideration and Approval of Change Order #1 and #2 for Delay Days for the District Wide Roofing Projects
VI.11. Consideration and Approval to Supplement Cantu Elementary Ramp Enclosures/HVAC Project with Remaining Monies from the 2006 and 2008 Bond Projects
VI.12. Consideration and Approval of Change Order #1 for Additional Days for the Veterans Memorial High School Courtyard Drainage Project
VI.13. Discussion and Possible Action on the Best and Final Offer (BAFO) and to Enter Into Contract for the Mission High School Field House Project
VI.14. Consideration and Approval to Purchase Emergency Services to Permanently Seal the Underground Gasoline Fuel Tank at the Maintenance Department
VI.15. Consideration and Approval of One-Time Sign-On Incentive of $2,500 to Aid in the Recruitment of Highly Qualified Personnel in the High Need Areas of:  Mathematics, Science, Bilingual, and CTE Health Science Technology Teachers
VI.16. Recommendation and Approval of New Employment Position:
VI.16.a. Coordinator for Fine Arts
VI.17. Consider Procurement of Superintendent Search Firm
VI.18. Consideration of Level III Grievance Pursuant to GF(LOCAL)
VI.19. Consideration of Level III Grievance Pursuant to DGBA(LOCAL) 
VII. Items to Consider: The Board will consider and may act on the following items under a CONSENT AGENDA. Any Trustee may request the removal of an item from the CONSENT AGENDA for individual consideration and action.
VII.1. Approval of Second Reading and Adoption of TASB-Initiated Changes to LOCAL Board Policies, as a Part of Policy Update 96 and Locally-Initiated Changes as Follows:
VII.1.a. DEC(LOCAL):  Compensation and Benefits - Leave and Absences (Update)
VII.1.b. EFAA(LOCAL):  Instructional Materials - Selection and Adoption (Update)
VII.1.c. FEB(LOCAL):  Attendance - Attendance Accounting (Update)
VII.1.d. FM(LOCAL):  Student Activities (Update)
VII.2. 2013-2014 Budget Update
VII.3. Financial Report as of April 30, 2013
VII.4. Approval of Changes to Processes within the Request for Proposal Procurement Method for FY14 Solicitations
VII.5. Approval of New Employment Positions Two Special Systems Technicians, Certified (District Level)
VII.6. Approval to Upgrade Bryan Elementary Network Cabling Infrastructure
VII.7. Approval of a 1 to 1 Technology Pilot Project
VII.8. Approval of Purchases of $50,000 and Over
VII.8.a. Learning-Focused Professional Development Agreement - District Wide
VII.9. Approval to Declare Miscellaneous Items as Surplus and Authorize Disposal Through On-Line Auction
VII.10. Approval of Tax Collections and Tax Levy for the Month of March 2013
VII.11. Approval of Cash and Non-Cash Donations
VII.12. Approval of Budget Amendments
VII.13. Approval of Minutes
VII.13.a. March 20, 2013
VII.13.b. April 03, 2013
VII.13.c. April 10, 2013
VIII. Executive Session
VIII.1. Private Consultation with Board Attorney (Texas Gov’t Code §551.071)
VIII.2. Deliberate the Appointment, Employment, Evaluation, Reassignment, Duties, Discipline, or Dismissal of a Public Officer or Employee or to Hear Complaint or Charge against an Officer or Employee (Texas Gov’t Code §551.074)
VIII.3. Deliberation of a Complaint or Charge Brought Against an Employee of the School District by Another Employee (Tex. Gov't Code § 551.082)
VIII.4. Discussing Purchase, Exchange, Lease, or Value of Real Property (Texas Gov’t Code § 551.072)
IX. Action, if Necessary, on Matters Discussed in Executive Session
X. Board Information Items
X.1. First Investment Quarterly Report
X.2. Cash Disbursements for the Month of April 2013
X.3. Personnel Employments, Resignations, Transfers and Compensation Changes
XI. Important Dates to Remember
XI.1. May 23, 2013    United Baccalaureate Services for:
                           Mission HighSchool, Veterans Memorial High School
                           and Sharyland HighSchool at the Neuhaus Gym at 7:00 p.m.
XI.2. June 05, 2013    VMHS Commencement Service at 7:00 p.m. at the 
                            McAllen Convention Center
XI.3. June 06, 2013    MHS Commencement Service at 7:00 p.m. at the Tom Landry Stadium
XII. Adjournment

Agenda Item Details Reload Your Meeting
Meeting: May 8, 2013 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting
Subject:
I. Call to Order and Establish Quorum
Subject:
II. Pledge of Allegiance and Moment of Silence

Pledge to the U. S. Flag -
  Anahi Molano, Fifth Grade Student at Salinas Elementary School
Pledge to Texas Flag - Leslie Guerra, Fifth Grade Student at O'Grady Elementary School
Subject:
III. Board Awards and Recognitions
Subject:
III.1. Recognition of Top Parent Volunteer
Subject:
III.2. Recognition of Top Three Graduates from Mission High School (MHS) and Veterans Memorial High School (VMHS)
Subject:
III.3. Recognition of VMHS Academic UIL Team for District Championship
Subject:
III.4. Recognition of VMHS One Act Play Team for District Championship and Advancing to State
Subject:
III.5. Recognition of MHS Student Advancing to State Academic UIL Competition
Subject:
III.6. Recognition of MHS Student for Advancing to State Visual Arts Scholastic Event
Subject:
III.7. Recognition of VMHS HOSA Students who Advanced to State/National Competitions
Subject:
III.8. Recognition of VMHS FFA Chapter Students Advancing to State Career Development Competitions
Subject:
III.9. Recognition of MHS Softball Team for District Championship
Subject:
III.10. Recognition of MHS Girls Soccer Team for District Championship
Subject:
III.11. Recognition of VMHS Baseball Team for District Championship
Subject:
III.12. Recognition of VMHS Girls Track Team for District Championship
Subject:
IV. Presentations to the Board
Subject:
IV.1. Quarterly Internal Auditor's Report
Subject:
IV.2. Recognition of Child Nutrition Program for Successful Implementation of the New Required Compliance with the Texas Department of Agriculture
Subject:
IV.3. Information on TSTEM Academy and Future Magnet Programs at Both High Schools
Subject:
V. Comments from the Public
Subject:
VI. Discussion and Possible Action
Subject:
VI.1. Discussion and Approval of Anti-Voucher Resolution
Subject:
VI.2. Approval of School Mascot and School Colors for Mission Collegiate High School
Subject:
VI.3. Consideration and Approval Requesting to Purchase District Vehicles for Travel
Subject:
VI.4. Consideration and Approval of Change Proposal Request #3 to Add Two Additional Outlets and Disconnects for Welding Equipment and Additional 110V Outlet at the Veterans Memorial High School Ag Department Project
Subject:
VI.5. Consideration and Approval of Change Proposal Request #4 for “Credit” to Owner for not Painting Exposed Ductwork in Shop Area at the Veterans Memorial High School Ag Department Project
Subject:
VI.6. Consideration and Approval of Change Proposal Request #5 to Provide the Canopy with Plywood Soffit Panel at the Veterans Memorial High School Ag Department Project
Subject:
VI.7. Consideration and Approval of Change Proposal Request #6 to Provide Structural Steel to Support Folding Partition between Classrooms at the Veterans Memorial High School Ag Department Project
Subject:
VI.8. Consideration and Approval of Change Proposal Request #7 to Provide Structural Steel to Support Electric Hoist at the Covered Lay Down Area at the Veterans Memorial High School Ag Department Project
Subject:
VI.9. Consideration and Approval of Ranking Proposals for the R. Cantu Junior High School MEP Repairs
Subject:
VI.10. Consideration and Approval of Change Order #1 and #2 for Delay Days for the District Wide Roofing Projects
Subject:
VI.11. Consideration and Approval to Supplement Cantu Elementary Ramp Enclosures/HVAC Project with Remaining Monies from the 2006 and 2008 Bond Projects
Subject:
VI.12. Consideration and Approval of Change Order #1 for Additional Days for the Veterans Memorial High School Courtyard Drainage Project
Subject:
VI.13. Discussion and Possible Action on the Best and Final Offer (BAFO) and to Enter Into Contract for the Mission High School Field House Project
Subject:
VI.14. Consideration and Approval to Purchase Emergency Services to Permanently Seal the Underground Gasoline Fuel Tank at the Maintenance Department
Subject:
VI.15. Consideration and Approval of One-Time Sign-On Incentive of $2,500 to Aid in the Recruitment of Highly Qualified Personnel in the High Need Areas of:  Mathematics, Science, Bilingual, and CTE Health Science Technology Teachers
Subject:
VI.16. Recommendation and Approval of New Employment Position:
Subject:
VI.16.a. Coordinator for Fine Arts
Subject:
VI.17. Consider Procurement of Superintendent Search Firm
Subject:
VI.18. Consideration of Level III Grievance Pursuant to GF(LOCAL)
Subject:
VI.19. Consideration of Level III Grievance Pursuant to DGBA(LOCAL) 
Subject:
VII. Items to Consider: The Board will consider and may act on the following items under a CONSENT AGENDA. Any Trustee may request the removal of an item from the CONSENT AGENDA for individual consideration and action.
Subject:
VII.1. Approval of Second Reading and Adoption of TASB-Initiated Changes to LOCAL Board Policies, as a Part of Policy Update 96 and Locally-Initiated Changes as Follows:
Subject:
VII.1.a. DEC(LOCAL):  Compensation and Benefits - Leave and Absences (Update)
Subject:
VII.1.b. EFAA(LOCAL):  Instructional Materials - Selection and Adoption (Update)
Subject:
VII.1.c. FEB(LOCAL):  Attendance - Attendance Accounting (Update)
Subject:
VII.1.d. FM(LOCAL):  Student Activities (Update)
Subject:
VII.2. 2013-2014 Budget Update
Subject:
VII.3. Financial Report as of April 30, 2013
Subject:
VII.4. Approval of Changes to Processes within the Request for Proposal Procurement Method for FY14 Solicitations
Subject:
VII.5. Approval of New Employment Positions Two Special Systems Technicians, Certified (District Level)
Subject:
VII.6. Approval to Upgrade Bryan Elementary Network Cabling Infrastructure
Subject:
VII.7. Approval of a 1 to 1 Technology Pilot Project
Subject:
VII.8. Approval of Purchases of $50,000 and Over
Subject:
VII.8.a. Learning-Focused Professional Development Agreement - District Wide
Subject:
VII.9. Approval to Declare Miscellaneous Items as Surplus and Authorize Disposal Through On-Line Auction
Subject:
VII.10. Approval of Tax Collections and Tax Levy for the Month of March 2013
Subject:
VII.11. Approval of Cash and Non-Cash Donations
Subject:
VII.12. Approval of Budget Amendments
Subject:
VII.13. Approval of Minutes
Subject:
VII.13.a. March 20, 2013
Subject:
VII.13.b. April 03, 2013
Subject:
VII.13.c. April 10, 2013
Subject:
VIII. Executive Session
Subject:
VIII.1. Private Consultation with Board Attorney (Texas Gov’t Code §551.071)
Subject:
VIII.2. Deliberate the Appointment, Employment, Evaluation, Reassignment, Duties, Discipline, or Dismissal of a Public Officer or Employee or to Hear Complaint or Charge against an Officer or Employee (Texas Gov’t Code §551.074)
Subject:
VIII.3. Deliberation of a Complaint or Charge Brought Against an Employee of the School District by Another Employee (Tex. Gov't Code § 551.082)
Subject:
VIII.4. Discussing Purchase, Exchange, Lease, or Value of Real Property (Texas Gov’t Code § 551.072)
Subject:
IX. Action, if Necessary, on Matters Discussed in Executive Session
Subject:
X. Board Information Items
Subject:
X.1. First Investment Quarterly Report
Subject:
X.2. Cash Disbursements for the Month of April 2013
Subject:
X.3. Personnel Employments, Resignations, Transfers and Compensation Changes
Subject:
XI. Important Dates to Remember
Subject:
XI.1. May 23, 2013    United Baccalaureate Services for:
                           Mission HighSchool, Veterans Memorial High School
                           and Sharyland HighSchool at the Neuhaus Gym at 7:00 p.m.
Subject:
XI.2. June 05, 2013    VMHS Commencement Service at 7:00 p.m. at the 
                            McAllen Convention Center
Subject:
XI.3. June 06, 2013    MHS Commencement Service at 7:00 p.m. at the Tom Landry Stadium
Subject:
XII. Adjournment

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