Public Meeting Agenda: April 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Rescheduled Regular Board Meeting

I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER

II. ROLL CALL

Description: __ Yesenia Ayala, President __ Raymundo Martinez, Vice-President
__ Diana Gaona, Secretary __ Jennifer Quintero, Treasurer
__ Luis Trejo Jr., Member __ Benjamin Arjona, Member
__ Martin Carrasco, Member __ Dr. J.A. Gonzalez, Superintendent
__Eden Ramirez, School Board Attorney

III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE, TEXAS PLEDGE AND OPENING PRAYER

IV. AWARDS & RECOGNITION

IV.A. UIL Academics — Recognition of Ida Diaz JH

Presenter: Ms. J. Garza, Video

IV.B. Inaugural Superintendent Bowling Tournament

Presenter: Ms. J. Garza, Video

IV.C. Check presentation to Hidalgo ISD Scholarship Foundation

Presenter: Ms. J. Garza,

IV.D. UTRGV Torneo de Ortografia

Presenter: Ms. J. Gaona-Davila

IV.E. Spelling Bee —Regional Competition

Presenter: Ms. R. Reyes

IV.F. Boys and Girls Power-lifting State Results

Presenter: Mrs. A. Dillard

IV.G. HECHS One Act Play Students

Presenter: Ms. M. Manzanares

IV.H. Boys & Girls Soccer

Presenter: Mr. E. Alegria, Mr. F. Alday

IV.I. HECHS Wrestling

Presenter: Mrs. G. Elisalde

IV.J. Teacher and Para-Professional of the Year

Presenter: Ms. J. Garza

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V. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT

V.A. Announcements

V.A.1. 4th Six Weeks Average Daily Attendance & Enrollment Report

Presenter: Ms. J. Garza, Video

V.A.2. Bike-a-thon

Presenter: Ms. J. Garza, Video

V.A.3. Fishing Tournament

Presenter: Ms. J. Garza, Video

V.A.4. Athletics Department Update

Presenter: Mr. S. Arjona

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VI. PUBLIC COMMENTS

VII. ACTION TAKEN ON CONSENT ITEMS:

VII.A. Approve minutes of Board Meetings: March 25, 2026

VII.B. Tax Collector's Report:

VII.B.1. Hidalgo County Tax Office Tax Collections Report for February 2026

Presenter: Ms. G. Garza

VII.B.2. Semi-Annual Delinquent Tax Collection Report for the period of September 1, 2025, through February 28, 2026

Presenter: Ms. G. Garza

VII.C. Advertisement of Bids/Quotes/Proposals:

VII.D. Consideration of Bids/Quotes/Proposals: NONE

VII.E. Other:

VII.E.1. Financial Reports for the month of February 2026

Presenter: Ms. G. Garza

VII.E.2. Quarterly investment report ending February 28, 2026

Presenter: Ms. G. Garza

VII.E.3. Check Register for February 2026

Presenter: Ms. G. Garza

VII.E.4. Report on Purchases in the amount of $10,000 - $49,999.99

Presenter: Ms. G. Garza

VII.E.5. Investment Training for Graciela Garza

Presenter: Ms. G. Garza

VII.E.6. Monthly and Biweekly Pay Calendar Revision

Presenter: Ms. G. Garza

VII.E.7. Donations:

Presenter: Ms. G. Garza

VII.E.8. 2025-2026 Summer Career and Technical Education Grant

Presenter: Mr. G. Solano

VII.E.9. Discussion and possible action to approve Resolution #2026-05 of the Hidalgo Independent School District Board of Trustees for continued wage payment for employees affected by operational schedule adjustments

Presenter: Mr. G. Sanchez

VII.E.10. Consider and take action on request for student to travel out-of-town/overnight:

VII.E.10.a. The HISD SAFE Club and Welding Students are requesting permission to travel to Hacienda Paraíso Water Park in Weslaco, Texas on April 23, 2026. The purpose of this trip is to provide students with opportunities to develop socialization skills and support their social and emotional well-being. This experience will encourage positive peer relationships, promote meaningful campus and community engagement, and serve as a reward for students’ academic efforts throughout the school year.

Presenter: Mr. D. Earhart, Mr. A. Gonzalez, Ms. C. Negrete

VII.E.10.b. The Hidalgo ISD Lady Pirates Soccer Team is requesting permission to travel to Beach Water Park at South Padre Island on Saturday, April 25, 2026. This trip is intended to provide our student-athletes with a meaningful team bonding experience while promoting positive social interaction and supporting their overall social and emotional well-being. Following an outstanding season in which the team proudly secured their 9th district title in school history, we believe this trip serves as a well-deserved reward for their dedication, discipline, and hard work.

Presenter: Mr. F. Alday

VII.E.10.c. The Fine Arts Department is requesting permission for the Ida Diaz Jr. High Band to travel to San Antonio, Texas, to Sea World theme Park. This event will take place on May 15, 2026.

Presenter: Mr. M. Gutierrez

VII.E.10.d. The Fine Arts Department is requesting permission for the Pirate Band to travel and compete at the UIL Texas State Solo and Ensemble Competition in Kyle, Texas. This event is scheduled to take place from May 23–25, 2026. The Pirate Band will be traveling to and competing in the event on May 25, 2026.

Presenter: Mr. M. Gutierrez

VII.E.10.e. The Hidalgo ISD Bilingual Department respectfully requests approval for one sixth-grade student and one staff member from Ida Diaz Jr. High School to travel to El Paso, Texas, from June 3 through June 5, 2026. The purpose of this trip is to participate in the Texas Spanish Spelling Bee 2026.

Presenter: Mrs. J. Gaona-Davila

VII.E.11. Review TASB's Update 126 (Legal Policies) and Possible Action on the following Local Policies:

Description: *BE *BED *CJ *CJA *CLE
*CQB *CQD *CSA *CV *DBD
*DEC *DFBB *DGBA *DH *EEP
*EFA *EHBAF *EIA *FA *FEF
*FFAC *FFB *FFF *FFG *FNG
*FO *GF *GKA

VIII. ACTION, REPORT, AND/OR UPDATE TAKEN ON INSTRUCTION AND STUDENT SUPPORT:

VIII.A. Discussion and possible action to approve the Bleeding Control Training

Presenter: Ms. J. Dimas

VIII.B. Benchmark #2 - Accountability Simulation Report

Presenter: Ms. J. Dimas & Ms. N. Martinez

VIII.C. Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA)

Presenter: Ms. N. Martinez

VIII.D. Discussion and possible action to approve the HISD - 2026 Summer School Programs

Presenter: Ms. R. Reyes

VIII.E. Discussion and possible action to approve the Learning Acceleration Support Opportunities (LASO) 4- Award Acceptance

Presenter: Ms. J. Dimas

VIII.F. Enrollment Counts by Campus by Grade Level

Presenter: Mr. R. Tinoco

VIII.G. Discussion and possible action to approve the Intrusion Audit Report for Hidalgo Park Elementary and Hidalgo Early College High School

Presenter: Mr. M. Cepeda

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IX. ACTION, REPORT, AND/OR UPDATE TAKEN ON FINANCE:

IX.A. Discussion and possible action to approve checks and/or invoices over purchasing threshold of $50,000

Presenter: Ms. G. Garza

IX.B. Budget update by Department as of February 28, 2026

Presenter: Ms. G. Garza

IX.C. Discussion and possible action to approve the Amendment to the 2025-26 Salary Compensation Plan as recommended by Administration

Presenter: Ms. G. Garza

IX.D. Discussion and possible action to approve the Budget Amendment for Athletics

Presenter: Ms. G. Garza

IX.E. Discussion and possible action to approve the 2025-2026 Budget Amendment to align State Aid to General Fund

Presenter: Ms. G. Garza

IX.F. Discussion and possible action to amend CH/Local Policy

Presenter: Ms. Y. Ayala

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X. ACTION, REPORT, AND/OR UPDATE TAKEN ON HUMAN RESOURCES AND OPERATIONS:

X.A. Discussion and possible action to approve Resolution #2026-04 for Good Cause Exemption

Presenter: Mr. M. Cepeda

X.B. Report on Ida Diaz Junior High roof assessment by Gignac Architects

Presenter: Mr. G. Sanchez, Mr. J. Mujica

X.C. Report on Operations Department that includes Maintenance and Custodians (Castle Rounds)

Presenter: Mr. G. Sanchez, Mr. A. Quintero

X.D. Discussion and action to authorize administration to solicit competitive sealed proposals for upgrade to fire alarm system at HECHS

Presenter: Mr. G. Sanchez, Mr. E. Gonzalez, ERO

X.E. Discussion and action to engage engineer for subdivision platting

Presenter: Mr. G. Sanchez

X.F. Discussion and action to authorize the superintendent to enter into an inter local agreement with the City of Hidalgo regarding lift station

Presenter: Mr. G. Sanchez, ERO

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XI. CLOSED SESSION:

Description: The Board may convene in Closed Session in accordance with the provisions of Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 and 551.074

XI.A. Consultation with School attorney to receive legal advice

Description: (Section 551.071, Texas Government Code)

XI.A.1. Discussion and action to establish time limits for board deliberations

XI.A.2. Discussion and action to authorize the Board President to select Trustee to preside over board meetings

XI.B. Personnel Matters:

Description: (Section 551.074, Texas Government Code)

XI.B.1. Discussion of Superintendent's Recommendations concerning Employment, Resignations, Reassignments, Retirements, Renewals, Non-Renewals, Terminations, Staffing Status, discipline or to hear complaints or charges regarding personnel

XI.B.2. Discussion and possible action on Superintendent's recommendation concerning approval/extension of Administrator Contracts: Principals, Assistant Principals, School Psychologist, Coordinator, Diagnostician, Facilitator, Visually Impaired Teacher, Speech Language Pathologist, Speech Language Pathologist Assistant, Speech Therapist, Speech Therapist Assistant, Counselors, Occupation Therapist

XI.B.3. Discussion and Possible action to approve the Superintendent to hire Certified Teachers, Counselors and Nurses for the months of June, July and August

XI.B.4. Consideration of and Possible Action Regarding Superintendent's Recommendation Concerning the Chief Information Officer for Technology Department

XII. RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION:

XIII. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON ITEMS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION:

XIII.A. Discussion and action to establish time limits for board deliberations

XIII.B. Discussion and action to authorize the Board President to select Trustee to preside over board meetings

XIII.C. Personnel Matter:

Description: (Section 551.071, Texas Government Code)

XIII.C.1. Consideration of and Possible Action Regarding Superintendent's Recommendations Concerning Employment, Resignations, Reassignments, Retirements, Non-Renewals, and Terminations, Staffing Status, discipline or to hear complaints or charges regarding personnel

XIII.C.2. Discussion and possible action on Superintendent's recommendation concerning approval/extension of Administrator Contracts: Principals, Assistant Principals, School Psychologist, Coordinator, Diagnostician, Facilitator, Visually Impaired Teacher, Speech Language Pathologist, Speech Language Pathologist Assistant, Speech Therapist, Speech Therapist Assistant, Counselors, Occupation Therapist

XIII.C.3. Discussion and Possible Action to authorize the Superintendent to hire Certified Teachers, Counselors, and Nurses for the months of June, July, and August

XIII.C.4. Consideration of and Possible Action Regarding Superintendent's Recommendation Concerning the Chief Information Officer for Technology Department

XIV. CONSIDER ACTION ON:

XIV.A. Action taken on designating Honorary Board President

XV. ADJOURNMENT:

Description:

Agenda items may be considered, deliberated and/or acted upon in a different order than numbered above. The Board of Trustees of The Hidalgo ISD reserves the right to adjourn into Executive (Closed) Session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the items listed on this agenda as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act. No final action will be taken in Executive Session.

Public Input Policy: "During the meeting, the Hidalgo ISD will allow for an open public forum/comment period. This comment period shall not exceed one-half hour (1/2) hour in length and each speaker will be allowed a maximum of three (3) minutes to speak. All individuals desiring to address the Hidalgo ISD must sign up to do so, prior to the open comment period. The purpose of this comment period is to provide the public an opportunity to address issues or topics that are under the jurisdiction of the Hidalgo ISD. Members of the public may comment on any issue or topic, regardless of whether it is included on the posted agenda for the meeting. For issues or topics which are not otherwise part of the posted agenda for the meeting, members may direct staff to investigate the issue or topic further. No action shall be taken on issues or topics which are not part of the posted agenda for the meeting. Members of the public may be recognized on posted agenda items deemed appropriate by the President as the items are considered, and the same time limitations of three (3) minutes applies."

April 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Rescheduled Regular Board Meeting

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