April 29, 2014 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting

I. I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE/INVOCATION
The order of these agenda items may be changed. Consideration of items may include deliberation and/or action.

Board Recognition
1. Pledge of Allegiance - Ashley Salazar - 8th Grade - W. A. Todd Middle School
2. Pledge to the Texas Flag - Alanis Lozano - 2nd Grade - J. W. Caceres Elementary
3. Invocation - Ruth Niño - Teacher - Singleterry Elementary
4. Student Recognition: Recognition of Bowling Winners in Donna Special Olympics Winter Games Held in Austin, Recognition of Basketball Winners in Area 1 Special Olympics Basketball Event Held in Weslaco
5. Performances by Sauceda Middle School and W. A. Todd Middle School Mariachi Programs
6. Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) Region 28 All Region Middle School Band
7. Recognition of DISD Dance Teams Dance Achievements 
8. Recognition of CTE Students for STAR Livestock Show and RGV Livestock Show and Shop Projects
9. Recognition of CTE Students Advancing to Skills USA State Competition
 
II. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT

1. Report on Enrollment for Donna ISD

2. Discussion and Possible Action on Approval to Renew Pablo "Paul" Villarreal, Jr., RTA Tax Assessor-Collector Contract for Fiscal Year 2014-2015
3. Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Proposal for Collaboration with Texas Graduate Center and Harvard University Mathematics for Teaching Collaborative (MathTeach)

III. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

1. Accounts Payable
2. Budget Amendments for General Operating and Special Revenue
3. Investment Report (March 2014)
4. Financial Statements: District’s Financial and Child Nutrition Program for February 2014
5. Report on Monthly Tax Collections for the Month of February 2014
6. Approval of Minutes for Regular Board Meeting March 27, 2014

SS. SUPPORT SERVICES

SS.1 Architect's (PBK)/Construction Manager at Risk (SKANSKA) Monthly Report: * Status Report on Donna North High School
SS.2 Architect’s Monthly Report (ERO):  * Status Report on All of Donna ISD’s Current Facility Projects
SS.3 Engineer’s (Hinojosa Engineering) Monthly Report: * Status Report on Donna ISD’s Current Projects

CI. CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION

CI.1 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Science and Math Textbook Adoption 
CI.2 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of SCE/Federal Programs Summer School Program
CI.3 Discussion and Possible Action to Approve Policy EIF (Local): Academic Achievement Graduation
CI.4 Discussion and Possible Action to Approve Application for Expedited State Waivers for the 2014-2015 School Year
CI.5 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of the Inter-Local Agreement with the University of Texas Pan American for the Migrant University Summer Experience (MUSE) Program for Summer 2014

II.         Consent Agenda (CI.6 through CI.15)
CI.6 Discussion and Possible Action to Approve Title I, 1003 (A) Priority and Focus School Grant for E. Salazar Elementary NOGA #14610112108902117 for 2013-1014
CI.7 Discussion and Possible Action to Approve Title I, 1003 (A) Priority and Focus School Grant for J. P. LeNoir Elementary NOGA #14610112108902115 for 2013-2014
CI.8 Discussion and Possible Action to Approve Title I, 1003 (A) Priority and Focus School Grant for M. A. P. Muñoz Elementary NOGA #14610112108902114 for 2013-2014
CI.9 Discussion and Possible Action to Approve Title I, 1003 (A) Priority and Focus School Grant for M. Rivas Elementary NOGA #14610112108902111 for 2013-2014
CI.10 Discussion and Possible Action to Approve Title I, 1003 (A) Priority and Focus School Grant for Truman Price Elementary NOGA #14610112108902103 for 2013-2014
CI.11 Discussion and Possible Action to Approve Title I, 1003 (A) Priority and Focus School Grant for D. M. Sauceda Middle School NOGA #14610112108902047 for 2013-2014
CI.12 Discussion and Possible Action to Approve Title I, 1003 (A) Priority and Focus School Grant for Veterans Middle School NOGA #14610112108902046 for 2013-2014
CI.13 Discussion and Possible Action to Approve Title I, 1003 (A) Priority and Focus School Grant for A. P. Solis Middle School NOGA #14610112108902045 for 2013-2014
CI.14 Discussion and Possible Action to Approve Title I, 1003 (A) Priority and Focus School Grant for Excel Academy NOGA #14610112108902008 for 2013-2014
CI.15 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of IDEA-B Formula (Fund 224) NOGA #146600011089026600 in the Amount of $359,712 IDEA-B Preschool (Fund 225) NOGA #146610011089026610 in the Amount of $51
          (End of Consent Agenda) 

BF. BUSINESS AND FINANCE

BF.1 Discussion and Possible Action to Terminate Current Contract with Delinquent Tax Attorneys Perdue, Brandon, Fielder, Colins & Mott, LLP
BF.2 Discussion and Possible Action to Select New Delinquent Tax Attorneys
BF.3 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval to Initiate Payment to Old Mesilla Construction LLC for Donna Independent School District Maintenance Department Project
BF.4 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval to Initiate Final Payment to Mid Valley Paving Inc. For Donna ISD Paving Improvements Project No. 13-157
BF.5 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval to Initiate Payment to CS Advantage USAA, Inc. for District Wide Roofing Projects No. 13031 Application No. Two (2)
BF.6 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval to Initiate Payment to CS Advantage USAA, Inc. for District Wide Roofing Projects No. 13031 Application No. Three (3)
BF.7 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval to Initiate Payment to Skanska USA Building Inc. for Donna North High School Project No. 2010-19
 
        Consent Agenda (BF.8 through BF.21)
BF.8 Discussion and Possible Action to Award Vendors for RFP  #121013-419 Basketball Equipment/Supplies for School Year 2014-2015
BF.9 Discussion and Possible Action to Award Vendors for RFP #121013-420 Cross Country Equipment/Supplies for School Year 2014-2015
BF.10 Discussion and Possible Action to Award Vendors for RFP #121013-421 Football Equipment/Supplies for School Year 2014-2015
BF.11 Discussion and Possible Action to Award Vendors for RFP #121013-422 Golf Equipment/Supplies for School Year 2014-2015
BF.12 Discussion and Possible Action to Award Vendors for RFP #121013-423 Power-Lifting Equipment/Supplies for School Year 2014-2015
BF.13 Discussion and Possible Action to Award Vendors for RFP #121013-424 Soccer Equipment/Supplies for School Year 2014-2015
BF.14 Discussion and Possible Action to Award Vendors for RFP #121013-425 Softball Equipment/Supplies for School Year 2014-2015
BF.15 Discussion and Possible Action to Award Vendors for RFP #121013-426 Tennis Equipment/Supplies for School Year 2014-2015
BF.16 Discussion and Possible Action to Award Vendors for RFP #121013-427 Track Equipment/Supplies for School Year 2014-2015
BF.17 Discussion and Possible Action to Award Vendors for RFP #121013-428 Volleyball Equipment/
Supplies for School Year 2014-2015
BF.18 Discussion and Possible Action to Solicit Request for Proposals (RFP) #041014-444 Oil Collection, Re-Refining, Part Cleaning and Environmental Services for School Year 2014-2015
BF.19 Discussion and Possible Action to Solicit Request for Proposals (RFP) #041014-445 Mops & Mats for School Year 2014-2015
BF.20 Discussion and Possible Action to Reject (RFP) #121013-443 and Re-Bid (RFP) #041014-446 Fine Arts Consultants Services & Performing Arts Supplies/Uniforms/Costumes for School Year 2014-2015
BF.21 Discussion and Possible Action to Authorize Administration to Solicit Request for Proposals (RFP’s) for Transportation Wrecker
BF.22 Discussion and Possible Action to Authorize Administration to Solicit Request for Proposals (RFP’s) for Runn Elementary Waste Water Treatment Project
BF.23 Discussion and Possible Action to Solicit Request for Quotes (RFQ’s) Through National and State Purchasing Cooperatives to Purchase Computers District Wide for 2014-2015
BF.24 Discussion and Possible Action to Award Vendors for RFP #121013-429 Janitorial Equipment/
Supplies for School Year 2014-2015
BF.25 Discussion and Possible Action to Award Vendors for RFP #121013-430 Auto Parts, Golf Carts Supplies & Repair Services for School Year 2014-2015
BF.26 Discussion and Possible Action to Award Vendors for RFP #121013-431 Bus Parts Equipment/
Supplies Repair Services for School Year 2014-2015
BF.27 Discussion and Possible Action to Award Vendors for RFP #121013-432 Air Conditioner Filters Equipment/Supplies for School Year 2014-2015
BF.28 Discussion and Possible Action to Award Vendors for RFP #121013-433 Special Events & Catering for School Year 2014-2015
BF.29 Discussion and Possible Action to Award Vendor for RFP #121013-434 Windows and Glass Repair Services for School Year 2014-2015
BF.30 Discussion and Possible Action to Award Vendor for RFP #121013-444 Security & Fire Alarm System Monitoring for School Year 2014-2015
          (End of Consent Agenda) 

III. HR. HUMAN RESOURCES

HR.1 Discussion and Possible Action on Policy Update 99
HR.2 Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of the 3-D Academy 2014-2015 Academic School Year Calendar
HR.3 Discussion and Possible Action to Amend the Pharmacy Program 
HR.4 Discussion and Possible Action on Awarding RFP #030314-269 Workers Compensation Excess Reinsurance
HR.5 Discussion and Possible Action to Solicit Request for Proposals for Third Party Administration (TPA) Services for 403b/457 and Plan Administration and Third Party Administration (TPA) for Common Remitter Services

IV. EXECUTIVE SESSION as Authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.073, 551.074, 551.075, 551.076, 551.082, 551.083 and 551.084.

A. Discussion of Superintendent’s Recommendation of Personnel

B. Discussion of District Personnel 

C. Consider and Discuss Proposed Non-Renewals of Term Contract Employees
* Elementary School Teachers * Middle School Teachers * High School Teachers

D. Consider and Discuss Proposed Terminations of  Probationary Contract Employees
* Elementary School Teachers * Middle School Teachers * High School Teachers
 
 E. Consider and Discuss Recommendations for Renewal of Campus Administrator Contracts

F. Consider and Discuss Recommendations for Renewal of Central Office Administrator Contracts

G. Consider and Discuss Recommendations for Renewal of Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, Assistant Superintendent for Support Services and Deputy Superintendent

H. Consider and Discuss Recommendations for Renewal of Employee Term and Probationary Contracts
 
V. OPEN SESSION - Take possible action on matters discussed in Executive Session.

A. Approval of Superintendent’s Recommendation of Personnel

B. Approval of District Personnel

C. Consider and Take Possible Action on Proposed Non-Renewals of Term Contract Employees
* Elementary School Teachers * Middle School Teachers * High School Teachers

D. Consider and Take Possible Action on Proposed Terminations of Probationary Contract Employees
* Elementary School Teachers * Middle School Teachers * High School Teachers

E. Discussion and Possible Action on Renewal, of Campus Administrator Contracts

F. Discussion and Possible Action on Renewal, of Central Office Administrator Contracts

G. Discussion and Possible Action on Renewal, of Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, Assistant Superintendent for Support Services and Deputy Superintendent

H. Consider and Take Possible Action on Recommendations for Renewal of Employee Term and Probationary Contracts 

VI. OPEN FORUM
 
VII. ADJOURN