July 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting

Description: 

The District Improvement Plan (DIP) establishes Godley ISD's priorities for continuous improvement and aligns the work of every campus and department to improve student outcomes. The 2026-2027 plan focuses on three key areas: academic growth in reading and mathematics, professional learning and staff effectiveness, and student attendance. Additionally, the  House Bill 3 (HB3) goals provide measurable targets that will be monitored throughout the year to ensure progress and drive continuous improvement in student achievement for early literacy, early math, and CCMR.

Description:  Annual report summarizing the School Health Advisory Council's activities, recommendations, and efforts to support student health, wellness, safety, and compliance with state requirements during the 2025-2026 school year.

Description:  Annual review of the Godley ISD Student Handbook, including updates for the 2026-2027 school year. The handbook is presented to the Board of Trustees for review and information prior to implementation.

Description:  Audience participation at a Board meeting is limited to the public comment portion of the meeting designated for that purpose. Per H.B. 2840 all public comments shall be limited only to items on the board agenda for consideration.  At all other times during a Board meeting, the audience shall not enter into discussion or debate on matters being considered by the Board, unless requested by the presiding officer. BED(LOCAL)    

Description:  Review of current year-to-date budget to actuals history and check register for the general operating fund, child nutrition fund, debt service fund, and construction projects.

Description:  Review of the quarterly investment report. 

Description: 

Senate Bill 13 requires that a list of materials proposed for acquisition in a school library must be made available to the public for review for at least 30 days before the school board votes to approve the purchase of materials. 

Godley ISD has posted the linked list of library books to purchase on our website and sent it to our library book review committee for more than 30 days, and recommends approval of the purchase of these materials.

Description:  The Student Code of Conduct establishes the district's expectations for student behavior, outlines disciplinary procedures, and promotes a safe and orderly learning environment. The Board will review the Student Code of Conduct for the 2026-2027 school year. No revisions are recommended, as there were no legislative changes requiring updates during this non-legislative year.

Description:   The School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) is composed of parents and Godley ISD staff who work collaboratively to advise the Board of Trustees on matters related to student health, wellness, safety, and health education in accordance with Texas Education Code §28.004. This agenda item requests the Board's consideration and approval of the recommended SHAC membership for the 2026-2027 school year.

Description: 

Hill College and Godley ISD are partnering to provide dual credit coursework to Godley ISD students. The memorandum of understanding regarding the high school partnership model allows students to complete dual credit courses with multiple entrance and exit points. Hill College and Godley ISD will commit to the terms outlined in the MOU. 

Description:  Good Cause Exceptions allow a school district to request an exception to specific state school safety requirements when compliance is not feasible due to circumstances beyond the district's control, provided student safety is not compromised. The Board will consider approval of the recommended Good Cause Exception requests for submission in accordance with Texas Education Agency requirements.

Description: 

This is a Memorandum of Understanding between Johnson County Juvenile Board and Godley ISD. This is pursuant to Chapter 37 of the Texas Education Code.  The Juvenile Board has been mandated to develop a JJAEP for mandatory offenses and discretionary placements.  The parties agree that the Johnson County JJAEP is a cooperative effort between the educational community and the juvenile justice system with the primary goals being education and rehabilitation.  The term of this MOU is through July 31, 2027.

Description:  TASB periodically issues numbered updates to ensure district policy manuals remain aligned with changing federal and state laws, administrative rules, and recent court decisions. Board review and approval are legally required to formalize and integrate these recommended local policy revisions into the district’s official operating guidelines. This month will be for review only.

Description:  Convene in Closed Session under the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section    551.001 et seq.
1. 551.071 Private consultation with the Board's attorney    
2. 551.072 Discussing purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property
3. 551.073 Discussing negotiated contracts for prospective gifts or donations    
4. 551.074 Discussing personnel or to hear complaints against personnel    
5. 551.076 Considering the deployment, specific occasions for, or implementation of security personnel or devices    
6. 551.082 Considering discipline of a public school child, or complaint or charge against personnel
7. 551.083 Considering the standards, guidelines, terms, or conditions the Board will follow, or will instruct its  representatives to follow, in consultation with representatives of employee groups
8. 8.551.084 Excluding witnesses from a hearing
 

Description:  The District Audit Report (DAR) is the district's required school safety and security assessment conducted every three years in accordance with Texas Education Agency requirements. It evaluates the district's safety and security practices, measures compliance with state standards, and identifies opportunities for continuous improvement.