October 20, 2025 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting
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1) CALL TO ORDER/ESTABLISHMENT OF QUORUM
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1)a. Invocation - Board Member
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1)b. Pledges
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1)c. Roll Call - Board President
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2) RECOGNITIONS
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Student of the Month
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3) OPEN FORUM
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4) CONSENT AGENDA
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All persons who address the Board at this time must complete a registration form before the meeting begins. Each Speaker is limited to 5 minutes. No action may be taken regarding the information received by the board. The topic must be placed on the agenda at a future meeting to receive deliberate action.
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4)a. Consider Approval of September 8, 2025 Regular Board Meeting Minutes.
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4)b. Consider Approval of September 18, 2025 Special Board Meeting Minutes.
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4)c. Investment Reports
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5) REPORT ITEMS
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5)a. Superintendent's Report
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5)a.1. Superintendent's Summary Report
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5)a.2. Facilites Update
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5)b. Financial Report
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5)c. Annual ESL Program Evaluation
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6) DISCUSSION AND/OR POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS
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6)a. Discussion Only - Roofing Needs Evaluation
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Background Information:
Coryell Roofing has completed an evaluation of the district's roofing systems. Representatives from Coryell Roofing will present their findings and recommendations to the board for review and discussion. This presentation will include an overview of current roof conditions, identified areas of concern, and potential options for repair or replacement. Purpose of Agenda Item: To inform the Board of the current status of district roofing and provide an opportunity for discussion. This item is for discussion only; no action will be taken at this time. Presenter: Coryell Roofing Representatives |
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6)b. Deliberate, Consider and Take Action, if any, on hiring Aglyn Number Four, LLC for demolition and removal of three old houses on school property.
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The district owns three older residential structures on district property that are no longer in use and pose safety and liability concerns. To prepare the sites for future use, the administratio recommends contracting with Aglyn Number Four, LLC to perform demolition and removal of these structures, including hauling off debris and proper disposal.
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6)c. Deliberate, Consider and Take Action, if any, to approve a resolution recognizing the extracurricular status of the 4-H Organization for Big Sandy ISD students pursuant to Texas Education Code § 11.158 and § 76.003 and to approve a resolution accepting Julia York of the Upshur County Extension Agency, as Adjunct Faculty for Big Sandy ISD.
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6)d. Consideration and Possible Action to establish the Board Facilities Committee and the Board Budget Committee, define their scope of work, and approve member appointments.
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Proposed Committees and Membership
* Facilities Committee (Advisory) — Purpose: To advise the Board on facility panning, maintenance, safety, and long-range capital improvement projects. * Recommended Members: Jamey Childress, Mary Lingle, TJ Wigington *Budget Committee (Advisory) — Purpose: To advise the Board on budget development, monitoring, and financial oversight. *Recommended Members: George Strub, Hollie De La Cruz, Kathryn Vine |
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6)e. Consider and take Possible Action to approve recommended Community Members to the School Health Advisory Council (SHAC).
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In accordance with Texas Education Code §28.004, each school district shall establish a School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) to assist the district in ensuring that local community values are reflected in the district's health education instruction. The Superintendent has received and reviewed application and recommends approval of the proposed community members to serve on the SHAC for the 2025-2026 school year.
Recommendation: The administration recommends that the Board of Trustees accept the letter and recommendations as presented for appointment to the School Health Advisory Council. |
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6)f. Consider and Take Possible Action to approve replacement of the roof at the Employee Daycare Center.
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The roof at the Employee Daycare Center has been evaluated and determined to be in need of replacement due to age and condition. A proposal has been received for replacement services to ensure the safety, integrity, and longevity of the facility.
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6)g. Consideration and approval of the purchase of vape detection sensors for district campuses.
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Background (optional for packet):
To enhance student safety and support a healthy learning environment, the administration recommends the acquisition of vape detection sensors. These devices are designed to detect vaping activity in designated areas, allowing timely intervention and prevention. Funding for the purchase is included in the current campus safety budget. |
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7) EXECUTIVE SESSION
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Consider and discuss hiring Superintendent and approval of Superintendent contract, pursuant to Tex. Government Code section 551.074.
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7)a. Consider and discuss hiring Superintendent and approval of Superintendent contract, pursuant to Tex. Government Code Section 551.074.
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7)b. Pursuant to Section 551.074 of the Texas Government Code, Personnel Matters.
Deliberations concerning the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of public officer or employee. |
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7)c. Pursuant to Section 551.074 of the Texas Government Code, Deliberations concerning Hiring Personnel.
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Consider and discuss hiring Superintendent contract, pursuant to Tex. Government Code section 551.074.
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7)d. Pursuant to Section 551.074 of the Texas Government Code, Consultation with the District's Attorney.
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8) RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION FOR POSSIBLE ACTION ON ITEMS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION.
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Consider and take possible action to hire Superintendent and approve Superintendent contract.
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8)a. Consider and take possible action to hire Superintendent and approve Superintendent contract.
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9) ADJOURNMENT
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