January 22, 2024 at 7:00 PM - Regular Meeting
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I. Call to Order
Description:
Announcement by the Board President whether a quorum is present and that notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551 as required by law.
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II. Pledges of Allegiance
Presenter:
Pete Burson
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II.A. United States Pledge
Presenter:
Anthony DeAugustineo
Description:
"I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."
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II.B. Texas Pledge
Presenter:
Anthony DeAugustineo
Description:
"Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible."
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III. Invocation
Presenter:
JT Atkinson
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IV. Recognitions
Presenter:
Rick Kirkpatrick
Description:
Congratulations to Reagan Cottle, FHS Senior, for earning 1st Chair at the 2024 ATSSB Area Band Contest. As a result, he is now qualified for the All Texas Small School All State Band and will perform with the band at the Texas Music Educators Association Conference in San Antonio in February. Ms. Burroughs teaches 6th grade science and is continually using creative and engaging methods to teach our students. She continually implements campus driven teaching strategies into her lessons to increase student engagement and classroom rigor. Ms. Burroughs also serves as a teacher mentor and co-leads our Science UIL team and soon-to-be established "Science in the News" Club. Amongst her many academic and instructional accolades, Ms. Burroughs can be seen developing positive relationships with students through her many encouraging interactions in the hallway where she makes students feel like they belong and are cared for. Ms. Burroughs truly pushes our students to Be The Best They Can Be every day! We are so thankful that she is here at FMS!
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V. Public Comment
Description:
The Board encourages comments about the district from members of the public. Anyone who has signed up to speak in advance of the meeting in accordance with the Board procedures may do so at this time. The Board asks that each participant's comments pertain to district business and be no longer than 5 minutes. For any member of the public who is accompanied by a translator, your time will be doubled as required by law. Remember that the Board may not discuss or act upon any issues that are not posted on our agenda. In addition, the Board has adopted policies to provide prompt and equitable resolution of complaints and concerns for employees, students or their parents, and the general public. Copies of our district policies and procedures on public comments and filing complaints are available on the district website.
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VI. Superintendent Report
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VI.A. Local Policy Update 122 - First Reading Affecting Policies:
CQB(LOCAL: Technology Resources- Cybersecurity CSA(LOCAL): Facility Standards- Safety and Security DC(LOCAL): Employment Practices EHB(LOCAL): Curriculum Design- Special Programs EHBC(LOCAL): Special Programs- Compensatory Services and Intensive Programs EHBCA(LOCAL): Compensatory Services and Intensive Programs- Accelerated Instruction FEA(LOCAL): Attendance- Compulsory Attendance FFAC(LOCAL): Wellness and Health Services- Medical Treatment FFB(LOCAL): Student Welfare- Crisis Intervention FL(LOCAL): Student Records
Presenter:
Rick Kirkpatrick
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VII. Consent Agenda: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate Action
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VII.A. Minutes of December 18, 2023, Regular Meeting
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VII.B. Minutes of January 17, 2024 Special Called Meeting
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VIII. Items Brought Down from Other Agenda Sections for Discussion and Appropriate Action
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IX. Regular Business: Consideration, Discussion and Appropriate Action
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IX.A. Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the 2022-2023 School Year Financial Audit
Presenter:
Rick Kirkpatrick/Eric Banfield
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IX.B. Consideration and Possible Action to Approve the TASB RM Property Casualty Annual Insurance Proposal for Feb 1, 2024.
Presenter:
Rick Kirkpatrick/Eric Banfield
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IX.C. Consideration and Possible Action to Approve a Contract with KPA Engineers for the Construction of a Water Well at Florence High School and Authorize the Superintendent to Execute the Contract
Presenter:
Rick Kirkpatrick
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IX.D. Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Exception to Education Code 44.031 as Permitted by Education Code 44.031(h)
Presenter:
Rick Kirkpatrick
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IX.E. Discussion and Direction Related to Possible Local Policy Changes
Presenter:
Rick Kirkpatrick
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X. Executive Session
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X.A. Discussion Regarding Security Personnel or Devices
Government Code §551.076 and/or §551.071
Presenter:
Rick Kirkpatrick
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X.B. Attorney Consultation Regarding Legal Issues Related to School District Chaplains
Government Code §551.071 and §551.129
Presenter:
Rick Kirkpatrick
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XI. Action Taken from Closed Session
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XI.A. Consideration and Possible Action Regarding Resolution to Meet the Requirements of Senate Bill 763 Related to Chaplains
Presenter:
Rick Kirkpatrick
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XII. Items for Future Board Meetings
Presenter:
Rick Kirkpatrick
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XII.A. Discuss moving the February 19, 2024, regular board meeting to February 12, 2024
Presenter:
Rick Kirkpatrick
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XIII. Reports (no board action required)
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XIII.A. Finance Reports
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XIII.B. Campus Reports
Description:
Addresses District Goal 1, 2, 3
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XIII.C. Enrollment/Attendance Report
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XIII.D. Belfor USA Group Red Alert Contract and Cost Sheet
Presenter:
Rick Kirkpatrick
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XIV. Adjournment
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