Bandera Independent School District public meetings in 2024

Public Hearing of the Board

The Bandera Independent School District Board will hold a public hearing regarding the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (F.I.R.S.T.) 2023-2024 District Rating.

• Public hearing on Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (F.I.R.S.T.) 2023-2024 District Rating

The Regular Meeting will start immediately after the Public Hearing - Regular Meeting

The Bandera Independent School District Board of Trustees will meet to review administrative reports and discuss board governance. The board will consider actions regarding its code of ethics, operating procedures, and district performance goals.

• Possible action to approve the Board of Trustees Code of Ethics Resolution
• Possible action to approve the Board of Trustees' Operating Procedures
• Possible action to approve Board Priorities and District Performance Goals
• Discussion of Stantec Proposal for Vestibules
• Advanced Academics Annual Update

DISTRICT 26-4A EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE ATHLETICS

The District 26-4A Executive Committee Athletics will hold a hearing to decide whether a Davenport High School student athlete violated eligibility rules by changing schools for athletic reasons. After the hearing, the committee will continue routine business items.

• Hearing on alleged violation of Section 443 regarding school transfer for athletic purposes at Davenport High School

Special Meeting of the Board

The Bandera Independent School District Board will meet to certify the results of the November 5, 2024, school trustee election. The board will declare the winners for Place 3 and Place 4.

• Canvass of November 5, 2024, School Trustee Election results for Place 3 and Place 4

The Regular Meeting will start immediately after the Special Meeting - Regular Meeting

The board will swear in new members and select officers for the 2024-2025 term. Members will consider approving the annual financial report for the year ending June 30, 2024, and discuss security and safety in a closed session.

• Approval of the Annual Financial Report for the year ending June 30, 2024
• Bid for security fencing installation at BHS along Highway 16
• Hiring of an additional Functional Living Unit Paraprofessional Aide at Hill Country Elementary
• Selection of Board Officers for November 2024 to November 2025
• Approval of (LOCAL) Board Policy Changes

Regular Meeting

The Bandera Independent School District board will meet to discuss routine operations and vote on several items, including purchasing new buses, an intercom system for BMS, and a budget amendment. The board will also consider accepting a donation from the Bandera ISD Education Foundation and approving the district’s annual financial report.

• Purchase three 77-passenger IC buses and one 14-passenger activity bus
• Purchase a new intercom system for Bandera Middle School (BMS)
• Approve Budget Amendment #3
• Accept a donation from the Bandera ISD Education Foundation
• Approve the Bandera ISD Annual Financial Report for the year ending June 30, 2024

TRAINING

The Bandera Independent School District board will hold a training session focused on evaluating and improving student outcomes. The session is led by ESC Region 20 and is scheduled for September 9, 2024, at 10:00 AM.

Regular Meeting

The Bandera ISD board will meet to approve routine items including meeting minutes, personnel changes, and monthly reports. Key decisions include purchasing new kitchen equipment, adopting the 2024-2025 tax rate, and approving a budget amendment. The board will also consider a resolution on the investment program and introduce candidates for trustee positions.

• Approve purchase of kitchen equipment including double stacked convection oven, warmers, cold serving counters, serving lines, prep table, and sink for $X
• Adopt 2024-2025 tax rate
• Approve Budget Amendment #2 for 2024-2025 fiscal year
• Consider resolution on Review of the Investment Program
• Introduce candidates for Bandera ISD Trustee positions

Regular Meeting

The Board will discuss the 2024-2025 Student Code of Conduct, budget amendments, and the ordering of a trustee election for November 5, 2024. The meeting also includes a review of district and campus improvement plans and a potential settlement regarding Medicaid cost report litigation.

• Order of the November 5, 2024 Bandera ISD Trustee Election
• Approval of the 2024-2025 Student Code of Conduct
• Request for Proposal for new fencing along State Highway 16 at Bandera High School
• Approval of Budget Amendment #1 and 2024-2025 incentive pay
• Adjunct Faculty Agreement with Bandera County 4-H

Public Hearing

The Bandera Independent School District board is meeting for a public hearing to discuss the 2024-2025 budget. The agenda includes citizen comments and a budget presentation by Michael Neuman, followed by adjournment.

• Public hearing on 2024-2025 budget
• Citizen's comments period
• Budget presentation by Michael Neuman

The Regular Meeting will start immediately after the Public Hearing - Regular Meeting

The Bandera ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on June 24, 2024, immediately after a public hearing. The board will consider and possibly act on the 2024-2025 budget, compensation plan, and several contracts and agreements, including election services, school resource officers, and educational software. Consent agenda items include personnel recommendations, budget status, and various departmental reports.

• Adopt BISD Budget for 2024-2025
• Approve 2024-2025 Compensation Plan
• Approve 2024 Contract for Election Services with Bandera County Elections Department
• Approve updated Interlocal Agreement with Bandera County Sheriff's Department for SROs
• Approve purchase of Edgenuity credit retrieval platform for BHS and BMS

Special Meeting of the Board

The Bandera ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting with a short agenda: call to order, public comments, and an information item on P-TECH and Advanced Academics presented by Patrick Sizemore and Laura Klein. No votes or decisions are listed; the meeting is primarily for receiving information.

• Citizens comments
• P-TECH and Advanced Academics update by Patrick Sizemore and Laura Klein

Regular Meeting

The Bandera ISD board will consider several action items, including hiring a CTE/Agriculture teacher, purchasing student Chromebooks, amending the teacher calendar, adopting textbooks, buying HVAC and security equipment, and approving a food service contract. They will also discuss the 2024-2025 draft budget and a district vulnerability assessment, and may take action on selling approximately 84.32 acres of district property on FM 1283.

• Approve purchase of student Chromebooks from Computer Technology Link Corp. (CTL)
• Approve purchase and replacement of a 15-ton HVAC system at Bandera High School
• Approve purchase of wearable panic buttons for all BISD staff
• Approve bid for installation of security fencing and gates on BISD campuses
• Consider sale of approximately 84.32 acres on FM 1283 (surface only)

Regular Meeting

The Bandera ISD Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on April 15, 2024, at 6:00 PM. The board will consider several action items, including authorizing the superintendent to offer contracts to professional staff, adopting a resolution on accountability, hiring a speech language pathologist, approving special education contractors, and adopting textbooks. The board will also consider bids for the sale of approximately 84.342 acres of district real property on FM 1283, and will convene in closed session to discuss safety, security, and real property matters.

• Consideration and possible action to authorize the Superintendent to offer contracts to professional staff during April–August 2024
• Consideration and possible action to adopt the Resolution in Support of a Fair and Transparent Accountability System
• Consideration and possible action to approve the hiring of a Speech Language Pathologist for 2024-2025
• Consideration and possible action to approve the BISD Special Programs Department hiring of current district Special Education contractors
• Consideration and possible action on bids for the purchase of approximately 84.342 acres on FM 1283 (surface only)

Regular Meeting

The Bandera ISD Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on March 18, 2024, with a consent agenda covering routine approvals and reports, followed by action items on renewing the District of Innovation application, hiring a payroll clerk, purchasing technology, installing HVAC equipment, adding security measures, adopting the 2024-2025 teacher pay scale, and approving Budget Amendment #6. Informational items include a property tax presentation, GreenLight Credentials, and a property value study.

• Approve renewing five-year District of Innovation Application with TEA
• Approve hiring a Payroll Clerk in Spring 2024
• Approve purchase of technology equipment and services
• Approve purchase/installation of HVAC equipment for Alkek and HCE gyms
• Approve Teacher Pay Scale for 2024-2025 and Budget Amendment #6

Regular Meeting

The Bandera Independent School District Board of Trustees will discuss several administrative and facility items. Key topics include a potential four-day school year resolution, updates to the District of Innovation Plan, and various equipment purchases.

• Approval of a four-day school year resolution
• Updates to the BISD District of Innovation Plan and 2024-2025 school calendar
• Purchase of new band uniforms
• Replacement HVAC equipment for BHS, Alkek, and Hill Country Elementary cafeterias
• Approval of Budget Amendment #5

Regular Meeting

The Bandera ISD board will hold a regular meeting with routine consent agenda items, including personnel recommendations, budget reports, and departmental updates. The board will also consider accepting the 2024 Public Information Act deadline calendar. In closed session, the board will discuss the superintendent's evaluation and contract, as well as the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property.

• Approve personnel recommendations, including professional resignations and recommendations
• Accept budget status and monthly investment report
• Accept quarterly investment report
• Consider and possible action to accept the Public Information Act Deadline Scheduling Calendar for 2024
• Closed session to discuss superintendent evaluation/contract and real property deliberation