September 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM - Lorenzo ISD Regular Board Meeting - Following Public Hearing
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1. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
The Board President officially opens the meeting, establishes a quorum if present, and calls the meeting to order at the stated time.
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2. INVOCATION:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
A brief invocation is offered to open the meeting.
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3. VERIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH OPEN MEETING LAW:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
This item certifies that the meeting was properly posted and conducted in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, as required by Texas Government Code, Section 551.001.
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4. PUBLIC COMMENT:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
At Regular Board Meetings, the Board shall permit public comments, regardless of whether the topic is an item on the agenda posted with the meeting. Individuals who wish to participate during the Open Comment portion of the meeting shall sign up with the presiding officer or designee before the meeting begins as specified in the Board's procedures on public comment and shall indicate the agenda item or topic on which they wish to address to the Board. An individual's comments to the Board shall not exceed three minutes per meeting.
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5. OPENING REMARKS BY THE SUPERINTENDENT:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Superintendent provides brief opening remarks to set the context and tone for the meeting.
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6. CONSENT AGENDA:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
Items listed on the Consent Agenda are considered routine and are approved together in a single action, unless a Board member requests an item be removed for separate discussion or consideration.
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6.a. Confirm upcoming Board meeting date(s):
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
Next Meeting Date:
October 19, 2026 Future Meeting Dates: Thursday, November 19, 2026 Thursday, December 17, 2026 Thursday, January 21, 2027 Thursday, February 18, 2027 Tuesday, March 23, 2027 Tuesday, April 20, 2027 Monday, May 17, 2027 Monday, June 28, 2027 |
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6.b. Minutes of previous meeting(s):
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
The minutes of the (PREVIOUS MEETING DATE) meeting are submitted for review and approval under the Consent Agenda, as presented, unless any corrections are noted.
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6.c. Assistant Superintendent Report:
Speaker(s):
Jessica Crabb, Asst. Superintendent/CFO, or Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Assistant Superintendent/CFO will provide an update on all relevant financial records including, (a) Board Report, (b) Cafeteria Report, (c) Check Report, (d) Investment Report, (e) Tax Report, and other information as needed.
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6.d. Athletic Report:
Speaker(s):
Brian Sepkowitz, Athletic Director, or Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Athletic Director will provide an update on athletics, including, upcoming games, important initiatives, programs, activities, key occurrences.
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6.e. EPEC Report:
Speaker(s):
Kris Lamm, EPEC Director, or Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The EPEC Director(s) will provide an update for the special education cooperative and the Lorenzo Independent School District students served in the Cooperative.
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6.f. Guidance and Counseling Report:
Speaker(s):
Angela Moreno, District counselor, or Jessica Crabb, Assistant Superintendent
Description:
The District Counselor will provide an update concerning current guidance and counseling initiatives, including student support services, academic and career counseling, social-emotional learning programs, and data on student engagement and wellness. The report will also highlight ongoing efforts to address student needs through prevention programs, individual and group counseling sessions, and coordination with staff and community resources to promote student success and well-being.
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6.g. Health and Wellness Report:
Speaker(s):
LaMaunika Rackley, or Jessica Crabb, Asst. Superintendent/CFO
Description:
The School Nurse will provide an update on our school nursing program, including current initiatives, activities, key occurrences, and any specific concerns related to outbreaks or illnesses resulting in higher-than-normal employee and or student absence.
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6.h. HUMAN RESOURCES REPORT:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Board receives updates and information related to staffing, personnel actions, and human resources operations.
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6.i. Operations Report:
Speaker(s):
Omar Villegas, Director of Operations, or Dr. Gregory C. Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Operations Director will provide an update on maintenance, custodial, and transportation-related initiatives and key occurrences.
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6.j. Principal's Report - Student Life, Student Learning, and Student Success:
Speaker(s):
Rebecca Mewborn, Principal, or Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The principal will provide the Board with an update on Pre-K through Grade 12, including student engagement and academic growth, instructional priorities and initiatives, assessment results, programs and activities, campus accomplishments, and other significant events or developments.
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6.k. Technology Report:
Speaker(s):
Danny Thomas, Director of IT, or Dr. Gregory C. Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Technology Director will provide an update on technology, including, important initiatives, programs, activities, key occurrences, recent purchases, and hardware, software, or infrastructure needs.
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7. INFORMATION ITEMS:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
Items presented for Board discussion, information sharing, and consideration, with no formal action taken unless otherwise noted.
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7.a. FACILITIES AND RESOURCES UPDATE
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent; Representatives from MWM Architects
Description:
Description: The Administration and representatives from MWM Architects will provide an update regarding the District’s ongoing facilities and resources planning efforts and activities leading up to the November 3, 2026 Bond Election. The update will include relevant planning activities, facility priorities, project development, communications, timelines, and other work associated with preparing the District and community for the upcoming election. This item is provided for informational purposes only. No Board action will be taken. |
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7.b. FINANCIAL INTEGRITY RATING SYSTEM OF TEXAS (FIRST) UPDATE:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent; Jessica Crabb, Assistant Superintendent
Description:
The Administration will provide information regarding Lorenzo ISD’s Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (School FIRST) accountability process and the District’s applicable financial accountability rating. The update will include information regarding the School FIRST reporting process, applicable timelines, financial accountability indicators, and requirements associated with the District’s annual financial management report and public hearing. This item is provided for informational purposes only. No Board action will be taken. |
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7.c. ACCOUNTABILITY UPDATE:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent; District Administration
Description:
The Administration will provide an update regarding District and campus accountability information, including available state accountability results, student performance information, areas of strength and identified opportunities for improvement, and instructional priorities resulting from the review of available data. This item is provided for informational purposes only. No Board action will be taken. |
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7.d. BOARD TRAINING UPDATE:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Administration will provide the Board with an update regarding continuing education and training requirements for members of the Board of Trustees. Trustees will receive the Recommended/Required Training Memo identifying applicable training requirements, completed training activities, and opportunities for trustees to continue meeting or exceeding applicable continuing education expectations. The update is intended to assist each trustee in monitoring individual training requirements and to support the continued professional development of the Board and Superintendent as a governance team. This item is provided for informational purposes only. No Board action will be taken. |
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7.e. 2026-2027 DRAFT EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PLAN AND REUNIFICATION PLAN:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Administration will provide the Board with an update regarding required District safety and emergency preparedness documents for the 2026-2027 school year, including the draft Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and Reunification Plan. The information will address the District’s ongoing review and development of procedures for emergency response, coordination, communication, and student reunification. Because portions of the information presented may involve confidential emergency response procedures, security measures, or other safety-sensitive information, the Board may convene in Closed Session as authorized by applicable law. This item is provided for informational purposes only. No Board action will be taken. |
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8. POSSIBLE REQUEST TO MOVE TO CLOSED MEETING:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
The Board may convene in Closed Session to discuss any item on this agenda when authorized by law. Any closed session will be held in accordance with the Texas Government Code, including, but not limited to, the following provisions: • Section 551.071, Consultation with Attorney Any action resulting from discussions held in closed session will be taken in open session. |
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9. ACTION ITEMS:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
Items presented for Board consideration and possible approval that require formal Board action. |
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9.a. CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF AUDIT REPORT:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Administration will present the applicable audit report to the Board of Trustees for review and consideration. The presentation will include the audit results, findings or recommendations, if applicable, and other information necessary for the Board to fulfill its financial and governance oversight responsibilities. The Administration recommends approval of the audit report as presented. |
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9.b. CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF DATE AND TIME FOR A FACILITIES AND RESOURCES COMMUNITY FORUM:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Administration requests that the Board establish a date and time for a community forum related to the District’s facilities and resources planning efforts. The forum will provide an opportunity for the District to share information with community members and provide an opportunity for questions and community input regarding the District’s identified facility and resource needs. The Board will consider the proposed scheduling of the forum and provide direction regarding the date and time. |
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9.c. CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES FOR ONLINE POSTING OF BOARD MEETING MINUTES:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Administration requests authorization for the use of electronic signatures of the Board President and Board Secretary exclusively for official Board meeting minutes posted electronically by Lorenzo ISD. The authorization is limited to electronic signatures used for online posting of approved Board meeting minutes and does not constitute general authorization to use the officers’ electronic signatures for other District documents, contracts, resolutions, orders, or official actions. |
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9.d. CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF OUT-OF-STATE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT REQUEST:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent; Jessica Crabb, Assistant Superintendent
Description:
The Administration will present an out-of-state professional development request for Board consideration. Information presented will include the purpose of the professional development, participating employee(s), location, dates, anticipated costs and funding source, and the anticipated benefit to the District. The Administration recommends approval of the request as presented. |
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9.e. CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF REVISED LORENZO ISD GUARDIAN GUIDELINES:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Administration requests Board approval of revisions to the Lorenzo ISD Guardian Guidelines. The proposed revisions update provisions governing the administration and operation of the District’s Guardian Program and clarify expectations and requirements applicable to individuals authorized to serve as District Guardians. The Administration will present the proposed revisions and identify changes from the previously approved Guardian Guidelines for Board consideration. Because discussion of the Guardian Program may involve security measures, deployment, or other confidential safety and security information, portions of this item may be discussed in Closed Session pursuant to Texas Government Code §551.076, as permitted by law. |
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9.f. CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE CROSBY COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Administration requests approval of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Lorenzo Independent School District and the Crosby County Sheriff’s Department for the provision of School Resource Officer Deputy (SROD) services. The MOU establishes the responsibilities of the District and Sheriff’s Department related to the assignment and operation of the SROD program, including duties, supervision, scheduling, training, communication, and associated costs. The Administration further requests authorization for the Superintendent to make final non-substantive or operational adjustments to the MOU following Board approval, provided that such adjustments do not increase or otherwise modify the costs approved by the Board. |
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9.g. CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL OF NAMING DISTRICT FACILITIES OR PORTIONS OF DISTRICT FACILITIES IN ACCORDANCE WITH BOARD POLICY CW(LOCAL) AND ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE OFFICIAL FACILITY NAMES:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
The Administration will present for Board consideration the naming of a District facility or portion of a District facility in accordance with Lorenzo ISD Board Policy CW(LOCAL). CW(LOCAL) provides that, when naming a District facility or portion of a District facility, the Board shall apply the following guidelines:
When a person’s name is considered, CW(LOCAL) further provides that the individual must have made a significant contribution to society and/or education and that the name should lend prestige and status to an institution of learning. The Board will consider the proposed naming of facilities in honor of the designated person or persons. The Board will consider the individual’s service, contributions, and relationship to the criteria established by CW(LOCAL). If any District facility or portion of a District facility is approved for renaming, the Board will adopt a Resolution formally naming the facility or facilities in honor of the identified person or persons and establishing the official name of each facility. |
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10. CLOSING REMARKS BY THE SUPERINTENDENT:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Superintendent provides brief closing remarks and final updates to conclude the meeting.
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11. ADJOURNMENT:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
The Board President formally adjourns the meeting.
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12. PUBLIC POSTING:
This notice was posted Monday, September 14, 2026, at 6:00 pm in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act by Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent, Lorenzo ISD.
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
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