Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District public meetings in 2024

Regular Board Meeting

The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District board will meet to recognize local schools and award a 100-year accreditation, approve routine financial and contract items, and consider an early exit incentive for professional staff. The meeting also includes a committee report on teaching and learning and a memorandum of understanding with Su Clinica Familiar for behavioral health services.

• Approval of early exit incentive for professional employees
• Memorandum of Understanding with Su Clinica Familiar for behavioral health services
• Award of proposals and contracts (details in attachments)
• Budget amendments and monthly financials for November 2024
• Recognition of Harlingen CISD by Cognia for 100-year accreditation

Board Committees Meeting

The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District Board Committees Meeting on December 3, 2024, will feature updates from three committees: Facilities & Safety, Transforming Teaching & Learning, and Finance & Planning. The Facilities & Safety Committee will present a school safety update, ESSER funding projects, grant updates, and a financial report on construction funds.

• School Safety Update by Danny Castillo
• Presentation and Update on ESSER Funding Projects by Oscar Tapia
• Presentation and Update on Grant and Federally Funded Projects by Oscar Tapia
• Presentation and Update on the TRE Funded Projects by Oscar Tapia
• Construction Funds and Other Projects Financial Report by Ramon Mendoza

Policy & Audit Committee Meeting

The Policy & Audit Committee will meet to review the district's 2023-2024 independent financial audit. The committee will also discuss recommended revisions to local policies BDB and DNA on first reading.

• Discussion of 2023-2024 Independent Financial Audit
• Recommended revisions to Local Policy BDB (first reading)
• Recommended revisions to Local Policy DNA (first reading)

Public Hearing

The board will hold a public hearing regarding the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas. The meeting includes a session for public comments on agenda topics.

• Public hearing on Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas
• Review of 2023-2024 FIRST Ratings

Regular Board Meeting

The Harlingen school board will vote on routine items including teacher hires, the 2023–24 financial audit, and minor budget amendments. The meeting also features recognitions for students and staff, plus committee reports on teaching, facilities, and finance.

• Approval of 2023–24 Independent Financial Audit
• Approval of Plan of Finance for Maintenance Tax Notes
• Approval of Budget Amendments
• Approval of Teacher Evaluation Appraisers for 2024–25
• Out-of-state travel for Speech Drama Debate teams to Harvard Invitational

Special Board Meeting

The Board will hold a special meeting featuring reports from the Facilities & Safety, Transforming Teaching & Learning, and Finance & Planning committees. The session includes a potential decision on a stipend agreement for the Interim Superintendent.

• Possible action on a stipend agreement for the Interim Superintendent
• School safety update
• Updates on ESSER, Grant, and TRE funded projects
• Construction funds and other projects financial report
• Discussion on data-driven decision making

Finance and Planning Committee Meeting

The Finance and Planning Committee will meet to discuss fiscal planning. The meeting includes a period for public comments on agenda topics.

• Fiscal planning discussion presented by Ramon Mendoza

Benefits and Organizational Development Committee Meeting

The Benefits and Organizational Development Committee will discuss the district’s health plan and the renewal of its stop loss insurance. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

Regular Board Meeting

The Harlingen school board will vote on routine items including a final payment to Rio Roofing for ESSER-funded roof repairs, an easement for Harlingen Water Works to install utility lines at the Administration Annex, and monthly financial reports. The board will also discuss campus safety and security in a closed session.

• Final construction payment to Rio Roofing, Inc. for ESSER-funded roofing improvements at multiple campuses
• Approval of easement and right-of-way conveyance to Harlingen Water Works Systems for water/sewer lines at Administration Annex
• Approval of contingency allowance expenditure for HVAC improvements at Coakley, Long, and Wilson schools
• Recognition of students earning National Recognition Awards from College Board and PTSA Students of the Month
• Proclamations for School Bus Safety Week, National School Lunch Week, Red Ribbon Week, and Financial Literacy Month

Board Committees Meeting

The Board Committees will meet to receive updates on school safety, student wellness, and the financial status of construction and funded projects. The meeting also includes presentations on blended learning and dyslexia initiatives.

• School Safety Update
• Presentation and update on ESSER funding projects
• Presentation and update on TRE funded projects
• Construction Funds and Other Projects Financial Report
• Blended Learning: A 3-Year Case Study

Special Board Meeting

The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District board will convene a special meeting to conduct a Level IV FNG Consolidated Grievance Hearing and discuss the resignation of the superintendent. The board will adjourn to closed session for legal consultation and deliberation on these matters before reconvening in open session for potential action.

• Level IV FNG Consolidated Grievance Hearing - N.A.
• Consultation with legal counsel regarding grievance hearing
• Board deliberation on grievance hearing
• Consultation on matters concerning superintendent resignation
• Possible action on grievance hearing outcomes

Finance and Planning Committee Meeting

The Finance and Planning Committee will meet to discuss fiscal planning. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and a single topic for discussion.

• Fiscal Planning discussion presented by Ramon Mendoza

Regular Board Meeting

The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District board will meet September 10 to approve the 2025 tax rate, final payments for two school renovation projects, and several memoranda of understanding with outside agencies. The agenda also includes routine recognitions, committee reports, and personnel actions.

• Approval of 2025 tax rate resolution
• Final payment to Gerlach Builders for Coakley and Vernon Middle School gym renovations
• Final payment to Ziwa Corporation for Harlingen High School renovations
• Change order for Security Window Film Project at district facilities
• Health insurance premiums for employees effective January 2025

Board Committees Meeting

The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District Board Committees Meeting will receive presentations on ESSER and TRE funded projects, a financial report on construction funds, and updates on instructional leadership and elementary programming. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

• Presentation and update on ESSER Funding Projects
• Presentation and update on TRE Funded Projects
• Construction Funds and Other Projects Financial Report
• Instructional Leadership in HCISD
• Elementary High-Quality Instructional Programming

5:30 PM - Special Board Meeting

The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District Board will meet to discuss the employment and possible resignation of the Superintendent. The Board may also take action to appoint or employ an Interim Superintendent.

• Possible acceptance of Superintendent resignation agreement
• Possible appointment or employment of an Interim Superintendent

4:00 PM or immediately following the Finance and Planning Committee Meeting - Special Board Meeting

The Board will meet to consider the employment of teachers and professional staff. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss personnel and legal counsel regarding Cause No. 2024-DCL-04235, followed by a return to open session for possible action.

• Approval of endorsement to TASB Board of Directors for Region One ESC
• Approval of employment for teachers and other professional staff
• Discussion and possible action regarding Cause No. 2024-DCL-04235

Finance and Planning Committee Meeting

The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District Finance and Planning Committee will meet on August 27, 2024, to hear a presentation on the district’s financial landscape. The meeting includes procedural items such as establishing a quorum and public comments, followed by the financial review and adjournment.

Regular Board Meeting

The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District board will hold its regular meeting on August 13, 2024, to approve routine items including budget amendments, contracts, monthly financials, and proclamations for September awareness months. The board will also hear reports on curriculum, facilities, and a study abroad program, and may discuss employment matters in closed session.

• Approval of 2024-2025 budget amendments
• Award of contracts including workers compensation coverage bid extension
• Approval of proclamations for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and Attendance Awareness Month
• Consideration of change order for Coakley and Vernon Middle Schools gymnasium renovations
• Approval of MOU between HCISD and NINOS, Inc. Head Start / Early Head Start Program

Board Committees Meeting

The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District Board Committees Meeting on August 6, 2024, will receive presentations on ESSER (Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief) funding projects, TRE (Tax Reinvestment Zone) funded projects, and a financial report on construction funds and other projects. The meeting will also discuss community engagement through marketing and recruitment, and topics for future committee meetings.

• Presentation and update on ESSER Funding Projects
• Presentation and update on TRE Funded Projects
• Construction Funds and Other Projects Financial Report
• Engaging community through marketing, recruitment, and attendance
• Topics for future Transforming Teaching & Learning Committee meetings

Special Board Meeting

The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District Board will meet to consider approving the student code of conduct for the 2024-2025 school year. The board will also discuss and vote on the employment of teachers and other professional staff.

• Consideration for approval of the 2024-2025 Harlingen CISD Student Code of Conduct
• Consideration for approval of employment of teachers and other professional staff
• Recognitions of Broyles Award Finalist and All American Cheerleaders

Regular Board Meeting

The Harlingen CISD board will consider approving a consent calendar that includes contracts, memoranda of understanding with Cameron County and the cities of Primera and Combes for off-duty law enforcement security services, and TEA-approved innovative courses for 2024-2025. The board will also review an internal audit report and plan, and vote on a final construction payment to Norris Leal, LLC for parking lot improvements at Vela Middle School and the Administration Building. After a closed session, the board will take action on employment of teachers, other professional staff, and a Director of Career and Technical Education.

• Approval of consent calendar including contracts and bid recap
• MOUs with Cameron County, City of Primera, and City of Combes for off-duty law enforcement
• Final construction payment to Norris Leal, LLC for Vela Middle School and Administration Building parking lot improvements
• Approval of Internal Audit Plan 2024-2025
• Employment of teachers, professional staff, and Director of Career and Technical Education

Transforming Teaching and Learning Committee Meeting

The Transforming Teaching and Learning Committee is meeting to discuss educational topics. Discussions include expanding water safety with SEAL and a review of instructional leadership within the district.

• Expanding Water Safety with SEAL
• A Glimpse at Instructional Leadership in HCISD

Policy & Audit Committee Meeting

The Harlingen CISD Policy & Audit Committee is meeting to review the internal audit quarterly report, consider the 2024-2025 internal audit plan, and discuss TASB-recommended revisions to Policy Update 123 on first reading. The meeting also includes public comments on agenda topics and adjournment.

• Internal Audit Quarterly Report presented by Nellie Ledesma
• Action item: Internal Audit Plan 2024-2025
• Discussion of TASB recommended revisions to Policy Update 123 on first reading
• Public comments for agenda topics

Public Hearing to Adopt Budget

The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District board is holding a public hearing to discuss the proposed budget and tax rate for the 2024-2025 school year. The agenda includes only the call to order, the hearing itself, and adjournment, with no specific figures or details provided in the agenda text.

• Public hearing to discuss the budget and proposed tax rate for 2024-2025

Special Board Meeting

The Harlingen CISD board is holding a special meeting to consider and possibly approve several major items, including the 2024-2025 budget, the compensation plan for staff, and a construction contract for a new amphitheater at Lee Means Elementary Fine Arts Academy. The board will also discuss a study abroad program with the University of Salamanca in Spain, an Apple student device lease, and a proposed teacher nonrenewal in closed session.

• Consideration for approval of the HCISD 2024-2025 budget
• Consideration for approval of the HCISD Compensation Plan for 2024-2025
• Award construction services contract for Lee Means Elementary Fine Arts Academy New Amphitheater (CNST 0624-1)
• Discussion and possible action on Apple, Inc. Student Device Refresh Lease
• Consideration for approval of MOU with Cursos Internacionales of the University of Salamanca (Spain) for study abroad

Regular Board Meeting

The Harlingen CISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering contracts, budget amendments, and financial reports. The board will also consider construction contracts, insurance renewals, and will enter closed session to discuss a teacher nonrenewal hearing and other personnel matters.

• Award of construction contracts for chiller line replacement at Administration Annex (CNST0524-1) and new marquees at various campuses (CNST0524-3)
• Renewal of Administrative Services Only (ASO) agreement with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas for 2025
• Renewal of group student athletic and voluntary insurance (#STIN0621) extension three
• Final construction payments to La Feria Excavation, Inc. and Peacock General Contractors, Inc.
• Nonrenewal of term contract for teacher (C.C.) at end of 2023-2024 school year

Special Board Meeting/ Budget Workshop # 3

The Harlingen CISD board is meeting for Budget Workshop #3, the third in a series of budget discussions. The board will also enter closed session to consult legal counsel and discuss employment matters, including a teacher nonrenewal hearing for 'Teacher C.C.', and may take action on selecting counsel and approving staff employment.

• Budget Workshop #3
• Consultation with legal counsel regarding employee nonrenewal hearing for Teacher C.C.
• Discussion of employment of teachers and other professional staff
• Possible action to select counsel for nonrenewal hearing
• Consideration for approval of employment of teachers and other professional staff

Board Committees Meeting

The Harlingen CISD Board Committees meet to hear updates on school safety, ESSER- and TRE-funded projects, construction finances, and mental health initiatives. The Facilities & Safety and Transforming Teaching & Learning committees will receive presentations and discuss future topics.

• School Safety Update by Danny Castillo
• ESSER Funded Projects update by Oscar Tapia
• TRE Funded Projects update by Oscar Tapia
• Construction Funds and Other Projects Financial Report by Ramon Mendoza
• Mental Health Innovation Pod Update by Sylvia Gamboa

Special Board Meeting

The Harlingen CISD board is holding a special meeting to consider approving revisions to local policies EIC and FMG on second reading, certify the provision of instructional materials for 2024-2025 and select materials from Proclamation 2024, and discuss and potentially approve employment and contract renewals for teachers and other professional staff for 2024-2025. The board will also enter closed session to discuss personnel matters before reconvening for action.

• Approval of recommended revisions to local policies EIC and FMG on second reading
• Certification of Provision of Instructional Materials Survey 2024-2025 and selection of materials from Proclamation 2024
• Discussion of employment of teachers and other professional staff in closed session
• Discussion of renewal of teacher and other professional staff contracts for 2024-2025 in closed session
• Approval of employment and contract renewals for teachers and other professional staff for 2024-2025

Regular Meeting

The Harlingen CISD board will hold its regular meeting on May 14, 2024, covering recognitions, consent agenda items, and several action items. Key decisions include approving a construction services contract for emergency responder communications, extending the financial auditing contract, and revising local policies EIC and FMG on first reading. The board will also enter executive session to discuss employment of teachers and other professional staff, including a principal for Wilson Elementary Dual Language Academy, and real estate matters.

• Award construction services contract CNST0524-2 for HCISD Emergency Responders Communications Enhancement
• Extend contract for financial auditing services
• Approve out-of-state travel for FBLA students to national competition in Orlando, Florida (June 29-July 2, 2024)
• Approve interlocal agreement with City of Harlingen for use of two school buses for summer recreation program
• Approve budget amendments and monthly financials

Policy & Audit Committee Meeting

The Policy & Audit Committee of the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District is meeting to discuss recommended revisions to local policies EIC and FMG. The agenda also includes public comments on agenda topics, followed by adjournment.

• Discussion of recommended revisions to local policies EIC and FMG
• Public comments for agenda topics
• Call to order and adjournment

Benefits and Organizational Development Committee Meeting

The Benefits and Organizational Development Committee is meeting to review and discuss the district health plan and an administrative services only renewal. The agenda includes public comments on agenda topics, followed by the health plan discussion. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review and discuss district health plan and administrative services only renewal
• Public comments for agenda topics

Special Board Meeting

The Harlingen CISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to canvass the May 2024 trustee election returns, declare the results, issue certificates of election, and administer the oath of office to newly elected members. The board will also reorganize by electing officers, recognize outgoing President Dr. Belinda Reininger, and appoint a board member to sign checks. Public comments on agenda topics will be heard.

• Canvass trustee election returns and approve order declaring results
• Issue certificates of election to winning candidates
• Administer oath of office to new board members
• Reorganize school board (elect president, vice president, etc.)
• Appoint board member to sign checks

Board Committees Meeting

The Harlingen CISD Board Committees meeting on May 7, 2024, includes separate Facilities & Safety and Transforming Teaching & Learning committee sessions. The Facilities & Safety committee will recognize school safety committee members, receive updates on ESSER and TRE funded projects, and review a construction funds financial report. The Transforming Teaching & Learning committee will hear updates on a financial literacy program and instructional leadership, and discuss future topics.

• Recognition of District's School Safety Committee Members
• Presentation and update on ESSER Funded Projects
• Presentation and update on TRE Funded Projects
• Construction Funds and Other Projects Financial Report
• Show Me the Money! Financial Literacy for ALL Innovative Pod Update

Special Board Meeting/Budget Workshop # 2

The Harlingen CISD board is holding a special meeting and budget workshop. They will consider approving a lighting fixture replacement at Boggus Stadium and continue budget discussions. The board will also enter closed session to discuss rescinding a proposed termination and employment matters, with possible action afterward.

• Consideration for approval of lighting fixtures replacement at Boggus Stadium
• Budget Workshop #2
• Closed session to discuss rescission of board action regarding proposed termination of I.N.
• Closed session to discuss employment of teachers and other professional staff
• Possible action to rescind termination and approve employment of staff

Special Meeting / Board Workshop

The Harlingen CISD Board of Trustees is meeting for a special session and budget workshop. They will hear an administrative report, take public comments, and discuss the budget. In closed session, they will discuss personnel matters, including teacher employment and contract nonrenewals, then reconvene to take possible action on those items.

• Budget workshop presentation by Ramon Mendoza
• Discussion and possible action on nonrenewal of Chapter 21 term contracts for teachers (C.C.) and (I.N.)
• Consideration of employment for teachers, other professional staff, and an assistant principal at Harlingen High School
• Deliberation on superintendent's contract terms and possible action on the superintendent's employment contract
• Discussion regarding school security

Regular Meeting

The Harlingen CISD board will hold a regular meeting with recognitions, consent agenda items, and several action items. Key decisions include approving teacher and staff contract renewals, a construction contract for HVAC improvements at Harlingen High School locker rooms, an insurance coverage renewal, and budget amendments. The board will also enter closed session to discuss personnel matters and the superintendent's evaluation.

• Consideration for approval of construction services contract for HVAC improvements at Harlingen High School locker rooms (CNST0324-1)
• Consideration for approval of insurance coverage renewal for property, windstorm/hail, and boiler/machinery (RFP #INSR0423 Extension One)
• Consideration for approval of budget amendments
• Consideration for approval of teacher and other professional staff contract renewals for 2024-2025
• Consideration for approval of employment of Director of Purchasing and Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Education

Board Committees Meeting

The Harlingen CISD Board Committees meet to hear updates on ESSER- and TRE-funded projects, construction finances, and school safety, including a closed-session discussion of an intruder detection audit. The Transforming Teaching & Learning Committee will also hear updates on special education and AI initiatives.

• ESSER Funded Projects update
• TRE Funded Projects update
• Construction Funds and Other Projects Financial Report
• Districtwide Intruder Detection Audit Report Findings (closed session)
• Special Education Innovation Pod and Project Mind AI updates

Board Committees Meeting

The Harlingen CISD Board Committees will meet to receive presentations and updates on TEA safety grants, ESSER-funded projects, TRE-funded projects, and a financial report on construction funds. The Transforming Teaching & Learning Committee will discuss innovative high school approaches and future topics. Public comments on agenda topics are also scheduled.

• Update on TEA Safety Grants
• Update on ESSER Funded Projects
• Update on TRE Funded Projects
• Construction Funds and Other Projects Financial Report
• Discussion on 'Viewing High School Through an Innovative Lens'

Notice of Public Hearing

The Harlingen CISD board is holding a public hearing to discuss the 2022-2023 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR), presented by Cynthia Castillo. The agenda also includes routine items: call to order, establishing a quorum, public comments, and adjournment.

• Public hearing on 2022-2023 TAPR
• Public comments for agenda topics
• Call to order and quorum establishment

Regular Board Meeting

The Harlingen CISD Board will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering proclamations, out-of-state trips, waivers, and budget items. The board will also consider the 2024-2025 school calendar, a construction contract for fencing improvements, and a final payment for landscaping. In closed session, they will discuss terminating a teacher's probationary contract and renewing administrator contracts, with possible action in open session.

• Consideration for approval of construction services contract for fencing improvements at various campuses (Bid #CNST0224-2)
• Consideration for approval of final construction payment to Green Thumb Landscaping for Early Childhood Academy Outdoor Learning Space Project
• Consideration for approval of 2024-2025 school district calendar
• Consideration for approval of out-of-state trips for JROTC Drill Team and chess teams
• Discussion and possible action on terminating probationary contract of teacher (M.L.)

Benefits and Organizational Development Committee Meeting

The Benefits and Organizational Development Committee will meet to review and discuss the district health plan and employee benefits. The committee will also receive an update regarding the district's wellness program.

• Review and discussion of District Health Plan
• Review and discussion of Employee Benefits
• Update on District's Wellness Program

Regular Board Meeting

The Harlingen CISD Board will hold a regular meeting with recognitions, public comments, and a consent calendar. Key action items include awarding a construction contract for security window film at multiple campuses, approving the May 4, 2024 trustee election order and early voting clerk, and discussing a lease agreement with Texas State Technical College. The board will also consider policy updates, a Teach for America MOU, and several construction change orders.

• Award construction services contract for security window film at multiple campuses (#CNST0224-1)
• Approve order of election and notice of trustee election for May 4, 2024
• Approve early voting clerk Remi Garza for the May 4, 2024 trustee election
• Discuss lease agreement with Texas State Technical College - Harlingen
• Approve change orders for reroofing projects at Administration Annex, Vernon Middle School, and Harlingen High School

Board Committees Meeting

The Harlingen CISD board committees are meeting to discuss and receive updates on school safety, ESSER and TRE funded projects, construction finances, teacher retention strategies, and cheerleading. The agenda consists of presentations and updates, with no formal votes listed.

• Multi-Tiered Approach to Safety and the StopIt App
• Presentation and update on ESSER Funding Projects
• Presentation and update on TRE Funded Projects
• Construction Funds and Other Projects Financial Report
• Strategies for Teacher Retention

Policy & Audit Committee Meeting

The Policy & Audit Committee of the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District is meeting to discuss recommended revisions to Policy Update 122 from the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) on first reading, and to receive the internal audit quarterly report. The agenda also includes public comments and standard procedural items.

• Discuss TASB recommended revisions to Policy Update 122 on first reading
• Internal Audit Quarterly Report presented by Nellie Ledesma
• Public comments for agenda topics
• Call to order and adjournment

Regular Board Meeting

The Harlingen CISD Board will hold its regular meeting, recognizing students and staff, hearing reports, and voting on consent items including proclamations, minutes, tax collections, and financials. Key action items include approving a job order contract with Noble Texas Builders for doors and windows improvements at six schools, and potentially approving a real estate purchase discussed in executive session. The board will also consider amending the 2023-2024 compensation plan to add a long-term assignment pay rate for professional substitutes.

• Job order contract to Noble Texas Builders for doors and windows improvements at six school locations
• Approval of monthly tax collection information and financial statements for December 2023
• TASB Policy Update 122 on first reading
• Real estate purchase (discussed in executive session, action item 12.D)
• Amend 2023-2024 compensation plan to add long-term assignment pay rate for professional substitutes

Notice of Public Hearing

This agenda is for a public hearing of the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District board, scheduled for January 11, 2024 at 6:00 PM. The only listed item is a notice of public meeting, with an attached notice of a special school board meeting (joint meeting) for that date. No specific decisions or discussion topics are listed in the agenda text.

• Notice of Public Meeting
• Attachment: Notice of Special School Board Meeting - Joint Meeting 01.11.2024

Special Board Meeting - Joint Meeting with City of Harlingen Commissioners

The Harlingen CISD Board and City of Harlingen Commissioners are holding a joint special meeting. They will discuss law enforcement coordination and a possible interlocal agreement for the School Resource Officer program, with action possible after a closed session.

• Joint discussion on law enforcement coordination between City of Harlingen and HCISD
• Joint discussion on interlocal agreement for School Resource Officer program
• Possible action on interlocal agreement for School Resource Officer program
• Closed session under Texas Government Code sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, 551.082

Board Committees Meeting

The Harlingen CISD Board Committees are meeting to discuss facilities, safety, and teaching topics. The Facilities & Safety Committee will tour the Early Childhood Academy outdoor playscape areas and receive updates on the Guardian program, ESSER funding projects, TRE funded projects, and construction finances. The Transforming Teaching & Learning Committee will discuss strategic design innovations and redefining the customer experience.

• Tour of Early Childhood Academy outdoor playscape areas
• Presentation and update on the Guardian Program
• Presentation on AIA-LRGV Design Award for Treasure Hills Elementary
• Presentation and update on ESSER Funding Projects
• Construction Funds and Other Projects Financial Report

Board Team of 8 Meeting

This is a routine Board Team of 8 meeting with procedural items: call to order, public comments, and a closed session to discuss employment of teachers and other professional staff. After reconvening, the board will consider approving those hires. The meeting also includes a team-building session with Drum Cafe USA.

• Closed session to discuss employment of teachers and other professional staff
• Consideration for approval of employment of teachers and other professional staff
• Team building session with Drum Cafe USA
• Public comments for agenda topics