September 10, 2024 at 5:00 PM - Regular Meeting

1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER

2. MOMENT OF SILENCE

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

4. PUBLIC COMMENT(S)

5. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT(S)   

5.A) Celebrating McAllen Education Foundation

5.B) Adopting The Texas Way

6. RECOGNITION(S)

7. PROCLAMATION(S)

8. DONATION(S)

9. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS

9.A) Discussion and Possible Action on Memorandum of Agreement No. 2025-119 Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (“STEM”) Teacher Education, Learning, Leadership and Resources “Aggie STELLAR” Program with Texas A&M University 
Item Submitted: Dr. Rosalba De Hoyos, Associate Superintendent for Instructional Services

9.B) Discussion and Possible Action on Request for Proposal No. 2024-1022 Career and Technology Education Instructional Supplies, Materials, Equipment and Related Services (Round 9) 
Item Submitted: Dr. Rosalba De Hoyos, Associate Superintendent for Instructional Services

9.C) Discussion and Possible Action on Educational Experience Affiliation Agreement No. 2025-124 with The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio 
Item Submitted: Dr. Rosalba De Hoyos, Associate Superintendent for Instructional Services

9.D) Discussion and Possible Action on Program Agreement in the Allied Health Fields of Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, & Speech-Language Pathology No. 2025-125 with The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio 
Item Submitted: Dr. Rosalba De Hoyos, Associate Superintendent for Instructional Services

9.E) Discussion and Possible Action on Memorandum of Understanding No. 2025-126 Occupational Therapy Department Capstone Experience & Capstone Project with The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio 
Item Submitted: Dr. Rosalba De Hoyos, Associate Superintendent for Instructional Services

9.F) Discussion and Possible Action of the 2024-2025 List of Certified Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) Appraisers
Item Submitted: Dr. Albert Canales, Chief Human Resources Officer

9.G) Discussion and Possible Action of the Texas Association of School Board (TASB) Localized Policy Manual Update 123 (Second Reading)
Item Submitted: Dr. Albert Canales, Chief Human Resources Officer

9.H) Discussion and Possible Action of Revision to Policy EIC (LOCAL) -2nd Reading
Item Submitted: Dr. Albert Canales, Chief Human Resources Officer

9.I) Discussion and Possible Action on Request for Proposal No. 2024-1021 Apparel, Awards, Incentives, Printing, and Related Products and Services (Round 10) 
Item Submitted: Lorena Garcia, Deputy Superintendent Business and Operations

9.J) Discussion and Possible Action on Memorandum of Understanding No. 2025-015 Afterschool Enrichment Programs with Boys & Girls Club of McAllen
Item Submitted: Lorena Garcia, Deputy Superintendent Business and Operations

9.K) Discussion and Possible Action to Rescind Award of Request for Proposal No. 2024-1009 E-Rate Year 2024 – School Bus WiFi 
Item Submitted: Lorena Garcia, Deputy Superintendent Business and Operations

9.L) Discussion and Possible Action of Request for Proposal No. 2022-1025 Fine Arts Equipment, Supplies, Related Products, and Services (Round 19)
Item Submitted: Debra Loya, Director of Fine Arts Department

10. INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES, INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP, HUMAN RESOURCES, BUSINESS AND OPERATIONS, AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES ITEMS

10.A) Instructional Services Item(s) (Dr. Rosalba De Hoyos)

10.A)1. Report Regarding Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) Program
Item Submitted: Dr. Rosalba De Hoyos, Associate Superintendent for Instructional Services

10.A)2. Discussion and Possible Action of Equipment Purchase Approval Request under the Department of Labor Grant No.24A60CP000288-01-00
Item Submitted: Dr. Rosalba De Hoyos, Associate Superintendent for Instructional Services

10.B) Instructional Leadership Item(s) (Jeanette Nino)

10.B)1. Report Regarding the McAllen Independent School District’s Approaches to Leadership and Learning Model  
Item Submitted: Jeanette Nino, Associate Superintendent for Instructional Leadership

10.C) Human Resources Item(s) (Dr. Albert Canales)

10.C)1. Discussion of Additions/ Revisions/ Deletions of Local Policies Resulting from the TASB Policy Review Session-1st Reading
Item Submitted: Dr. Albert Canales, Chief Human Resources Officer

10.C)2. Discussion of Revision to Policy EHBE (LOCAL)-1st Reading 
Item Submitted: Dr. Albert Canales, Chief Human Resources Officer

10.D) Business and Operations Item(s) (Lorena Garcia)

10.D)1. Report Regarding Annual Tax Collections for the Period of July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024 
Item Submitted: Lorena Garcia, Deputy Superintendent Business and Operations

10.D)2. Report Regarding the Delinquent Tax Collections for the Period of April 1, 2024 to June 30, 2024
Item Submitted: Lorena Garcia, Deputy Superintendent Business and Operations

10.D)3. Report Regarding Enrollment for the 2024-2025 School Year 
Item Submitted: Lorena Garcia, Deputy Superintendent Business and Operations

10.D)4. Discussion and Possible Action on Update to MISD Policy CDA (LOCAL)-Other Revenues, Investments (Second Reading) and Resolution of the Board Regarding Review of the Investment Policy and Strategies 
Item Submitted: Lorena Garcia, Deputy Superintendent Business and Operations

10.D)5. Discussion and Possible Action of the McAllen Independent School District August Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 2024 and Ending June 30, 2025 
Item Submitted: Lorena Garcia, Deputy Superintendent Business and Operations

10.D)6. Discussion and Possible Action on Application to TEA for the Optional Flexible School Day Program for 2024-2025 School Year 
Item Submitted: Lorena Garcia, Deputy Superintendent Business and Operations

10.D)7. Discussion and Possible Action on Request for Proposal No. 2025-1012 Grounds Maintenance Services for Various Locations 
Item Submitted: Lorena Garcia, Deputy Superintendent Business and Operations

10.E) Board of Trustees Item(s)

10.E)1. Approval of Board of Education Meeting Minutes

10.E)1.a) Regular Board Meeting - August 27, 2024

10.E)2. Appointment of Board Member(s) to serve as Delegate and Alternate at the Annual Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) Delegate Assembly Meeting

11. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION: Board of Trustees may go into Closed Session pursuant to Section(s) 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, 551.076, and 551.089 Texas Government Code, to discuss the following:

11.A) Human Resources Recommendation(s) for School Year 2024-2025 

11.B) Discussion of Human Resources Employee Resignation(s) and Retirees for School Year 2024-2025

11.C) Discussion Regarding School Safety and Security

11.D) Pending and/or Potential Litigation

11.E) Possible Real Estate Acquisition

12. RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION

13. ACTION ON ITEM(S) IN CLOSED SESSION

13.A) Discussion and Possible Action of Human Resources Recommendation(s) for School Year 2024-2025 
Item Submitted: Dr. Albert Canales, Chief Human Resources Officer

13.B) Discussion of Human Resources Employee Resignation(s) and Retirees for School Year 2024-2025
Item Submitted: Dr. Albert Canales, Chief Human Resources Officer

13.C) Discussion Regarding School Safety and Security

13.D) Pending and/or Potential Litigation

13.E) Possible Real Estate Acquisition

14. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE MEETINGS

14.A) Special Board Meeting (Team Building Training) -  Saturday, September 21, 2024 - 8:00 AM Dr. Ricardo Chapa Board Room/Administration Building

14.B) Regular Board Meeting -  Tuesday, September 24, 2024 - 5:30 PM Dr. Ricardo Chapa Board Room/Administration Building

14.C) Regular Board Meeting - Tuesday, October 8, 2024 - 5:30 PM  Dr. Ricardo Chapa Board Room/Administration Building

14.D) Regular Board Meeting - Tuesday, October 22, 2024 - 5:30 PM  Dr. Ricardo Chapa Board Room/Administration Building

15. ADJOURNMENT