November 13, 2023 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting
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1. CALL TO ORDER
FIRST ORDER OF BUSINESS - Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present, and that the notice of the meeting has been duly called, and posted in the time and manner required by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551. |
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2. CLOSED SESSION
Recess to Executive Session, pursuant to Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section: 551.071) Private consultation with the board's attorney, and a. Consultation with District legal counsel regarding pending litigation in TEA Docket No. 286-SE-0523 and Possible Settlement of Same. 551.072) Deliberation regarding real property 551.074) To deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee. 551.082) Considering discipline of a public school child, or complaint or charge against personnel 551.0821)To deliberate a matter regarding a public-school student if personally identifiable information about the student will necessarily be revealed by the deliberation unless an open meeting about the matter is requested in writing by the student's parent. a. Deliberations regarding pending litigation in TEA Docket No. 286-SE-0523 and Possible Settlement of Same. If, during the course of the meeting, the Board of Trustees should determine that a closed session is required, the Board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section listed above. The Board will vote on matters in Open Session considered in Closed Session or matters considered if the Board enters into a Closed meeting during the meeting, if applicable. |
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3. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON ANY MATTERS ADDRESSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION
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3.A. Consider and take possible action on TEA Docket No. 286-SE-0523
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4. PUBLIC SESSION
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Please note that the duration of the Closed Session could delay the Public Session.
Introduction of student pledge leaders and JROTC. |
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4.A. Pledges
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4.A.1. Pledge to the American Flag
Presenter:
Kerry Cook
Description:
Kerry Cook III a sixth grader at Bessie Coleman Middle School. He is the son of Ayanna and Kerry Cook II. He started his Longhorn legacy before he took his first breath because his older sisters Anaya Cook Class of 22 and Kyla Cook Class of 26 led the Longhorn way. Kerry entered Kindergarten at 4 years old. He was the youngest student kindergartener in the district. The district received a waiver from the state for a late birthday and after being assessed by Brian Ward he was allowed to start Kindergarten. He is a member of the Elementary National Honor Society as well as the Student Council Class President for his fifth-grade year at High Pointe Elementary.
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4.A.2. Pledge to the Texas Flag
Presenter:
Isabella Estrada
Description:
Isabella Estrada is a remarkable young scholar with a passion for creativity and leadership.
Currently, she’s a fifth grader and serves as the Student Council President, displaying her leadership qualities and commitment to making her school a better place. As a third grader, Isabella took on the role of timekeeper, showcasing her responsibility and dedication to her school community. She cherishes the opportunity to be creative and share her ideas. Estrada enjoys attending Orchestra and Advanced Art classes, where she continues to hone her artistic talents. |
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4.B. Prayer
Presenter:
Board Trustee
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5. COMMUNICATIONS/RECOGNITIONS
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5.A. Facilities DER
Presenter:
Mr. Josh Skains
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6. CITIZENS FORUM: The Board will now hear those who wish to make comments and who have completed and returned the Public Forum Citizen Participation Form. This section will be conducted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act and Board Policy. Speakers must limit comments to issues that can be presented in a public forum. Complaints about student discipline, specific student issues or personnel must be addressed through appropriate administrative channels.
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7. BUSINESS ITEMS
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7.A. Canvassing of Votes for November 2023 Election
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8. PRESENTATIONS
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8.A. 2023 Audit Report (Draft by Thursday)
Presenter:
Mrs. Carla Settle
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8.B. VATRE Action Plan
Presenter:
Mrs. Tierney Tinnin
Description:
Placeholder- Dependent on election outcome
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9. LONE STAR GOVERNANCE
Founded on research, Lone Star Governance (LSG) is a continuous-improvement model for governing teams—boards in collaboration with their superintendents—who choose to focus intensely on only one primary objective: Improving student outcomes. Lone Star Governance accomplishes this intense focus through tailored coaching aligned to the five pillars of the Texas Framework for School Board Development: Vision, Accountability, Structure, Advocacy, and Unity. |
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9.A. Campus Spotlight
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9.A.1. High Pointe ES
Presenter:
Dr. Coletha Johnson
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9.A.2. Coleman MS
Presenter:
Mr. Dwight Perry
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9.B. Goals 2 & 3
Presenter:
Dr. Shemeka Millner-Williams
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10. CONSENT AGENDA
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10.A. Minutes from Previous Board of Trustee Meetings
Presenter:
Courtney Lackey Wilson
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10.B. Board Quarterly Report
Presenter:
Mrs. Gayle Sims
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10.C. 2023 Audit
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10.D. Vendor List for - RFP # 23-24-01 Teaching Aids, Instructional Materials, and Related Services
Presenter:
Mrs. Carla Settle
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10.E. District and Campus Improvement Plans
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10.F. Vendor List for - RFP # 23-24-02 Catering and Food Related Services
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10.G. Vendor List for - RFP # 23-24-03 Maintenance, Custodial, Facilities Supplies and Services
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10.H. CHAT MOU
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10.I. Election of DCAD Representative
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11. BOARD DISCUSSION
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11.A. Upcoming Events
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11.B. Training and Event Recaps
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TASA/TASB
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12. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
Description:
These items are presented to the Board for information only. No presentations will be made unless specifically requested by the Board.
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12.A. Employment Retirements Resignations Terminations
Presenter:
Ms. Hallema Jackson
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12.B. Child Nutrition DER
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12.C. Financial Report
Presenter:
Carla Settle
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12.D. Purchases Over $50,000
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12.E. Investment Report
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13. ADJOURN
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