Hays CISD public meetings in 2024
29 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will hold a public forum regarding a potential May 2025 bond election and consider updates to school attendance zones. The meeting also includes decisions on 2023 bond project expenditures and new course selections for the 2025-2026 school year.
- Proposed School Building Bond Election for May 2025
- Recommended School Attendance Zone Changes
- 2023 Bond purchases for furniture, fixtures, and equipment for Hays, Johnson, and Lehman High Schools and Ramage Elementary
- Telephone infrastructure for new construction at Hays, Johnson, and Lehman High Schools and Ramage Elementary via Affiliated Communications
- Kitchen floor repair/replacement at Elm Grove and Fuentes Elementary via KYA Services, LLC
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links for the BoardBook platform.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will meet to conduct routine business, including approving security fencing, curriculum purchases, and a potential May 2025 bond election. The board will also discuss updates on safety initiatives and bond-funded construction projects.
- Approval of security fencing and installation services with Encore Fence
- Consideration of a May 2025 bond election recommended by the Facilities Bond Oversight Committee
- Annual renewal of assessment, data management, and professional development platform Eduphoria
- Purchase of Unique Learning Systems curriculum
- Grant of permanent utility easement to Pedernales Electric Cooperative at Ramage Elementary School
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links for the BoardBook portal.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will meet on November 12, 2024, to discuss and vote on several items, including security fencing purchases, curriculum approvals, and a potential May 2025 bond election. The meeting will also include closed-session discussions on safety, personnel, and real property matters, followed by public forums and reports on demographics, student achievement, and financial updates.
- Consideration and possible approval of security fencing and installation services for $150,000 (Encore Fence)
- Consideration and possible approval of Unique Learning Systems Curriculum purchase
- Consideration and possible approval of a May 2025 bond election recommendation
- Consideration and possible approval of a permanent utility easement for Pedernales Electric Cooperative at Ramage Elementary School
- Consideration and possible approval of the 2023-2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Audit
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links for the BoardBook platform.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees meets to consider approval of bond-funded projects, including schematic designs for 2023 Bond Bid Package 12 projects and middle school renovations, as well as amendments to the 2024-2025 compensation plan. The board will also hear public presentations on draft attendance zone maps and the district’s financial integrity rating.
- Consider $21-site bi-directional amplifier and antenna system installations for emergency communications
- Amend 2024-2025 compensation plan with proposed stipends and incentive adjustments
- Approve class-size waivers for K–4 capacity incentive
- Adopt schematic designs for 2023 Bond Bid Package 12 projects and middle school renovations
- Grant utility easement to County Line Special Utility District near Uhland Elementary School
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will meet October 21, 2024 to consider routine consent items, bond-funded construction projects, a utility easement near Uhland Elementary, and compensation-plan updates. The board will also discuss safety initiatives, a bilingual/ESL evaluation report, and receive a public hearing on the district’s financial integrity rating.
- Purchase and installation of bi-directional amplifiers at 21 district locations for $1.2M with Motive Infrastructure Solutions
- Grant of a non-exclusive utility easement to County Line Special Utility District at Marigold Subdivision near Uhland Elementary School
- Amendments to the 2024-2025 compensation plan and first reading of policy DEAB on wage & hour laws
- Schematic designs for 2023 bond projects including middle school renovations and additions
- Standard maintenance-cycle repair of athletic tracks at Hays High School and Johnson High School
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation menus and maintenance notices.
Special Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to consider and possibly adopt a resolution to nominate directors for the Hays County Appraisal Board.
- Consideration and possible adoption of a Resolution Nominating Directors for the Hays County Appraisal Board
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and meeting metadata.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will consider starting the attendance zone mapping process for the Fall 2025 opening of Ramage Elementary School. The meeting also includes decisions on security fencing, water line easements, and superintendent evaluation tools.
- Attendance zone mapping for Ramage Elementary School (Fall 2025 opening)
- Purchase of security fencing and installation from Encore Fence
- 1.10-Acre public water line easement at Hays High School for the City of Kyle
- Drainage channel development agreement at Lehman High School with Clayton Properties and Casetta Ranch Residential Community, Inc.
- Procurement for PSAT & SAT Assessments from The College Board
The provided document contains no record of board actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will meet September 16, 2024 to conduct routine business including closed-session discussions on safety, personnel, and property matters. The open session includes approvals for security fencing at Viking Fence, a public water-line easement at Hays High School, and the start of attendance-zone mapping for Ramage Elementary School opening in fall 2025.
- Approval of security fencing and installation services from Viking Fence
- Grant of 1.10-acre public water-line easement at Hays High School to the City of Kyle
- Begin attendance-zone mapping for Ramage Elementary School opening Fall 2025
- Approval of PSAT/SAT assessment procurement with The College Board
- Adoption of new social contract and superintendent evaluation instrument
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will meet to vote on routine items including the 2024-2025 tax rate, a utility easement for Ranch Road Wayside LLC, and several contracts such as delinquent tax collection services and school resource officers. The board will also review and possibly adopt governance documents including a vision statement and district goals.
- Consideration and possible approval of the 2024-2025 tax rate
- Consideration and possible approval of a non-exclusive utility easement to County Line Special Utility District for Ranch Road Wayside LLC at the Wayside Subdivision
- Consideration and possible action to enter into a collection contract with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP to collect delinquent property taxes
- Consideration and possible approval of the Interlocal Agreement between Hays CISD and Hays County Sheriff's Office regarding School Resource Officers
- Consideration and possible approval of the renewal of an Agreement between Hays CISD and Communities in Schools for Services for the 2024-2025 School Year
The provided document contains no record of decisions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation links and maintenance notices.
Special Meeting - Team Building
The Board of Trustees will review presentations from the Superintendent and Cabinet members regarding goals and initiatives for each division. The meeting also includes state-mandated team building training according to Board Policy BBD.
- Development of District goals and initiatives presented by Dr. Eric Wright and Cabinet members
- State Mandated Board Training: Team Building (Board Policy BBD)
The provided minutes for the August 23, 2024, Special Meeting - Team Building contain no record of actions, motions, or decisions. The document consists of system navigation and maintenance notices.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will meet on August 26, 2024, to vote on routine and action items including the 2024-2025 tax rate, a land purchase, and a utility easement for Ranch Road Wayside LLC. The board will also consider contracts with the Hays County Sheriff’s Office for School Resource Officers and delinquent tax collection services.
- Vote on 2024-2025 tax rate
- Consider purchase of real property
- Approve utility easement for Ranch Road Wayside LLC at Wayside Subdivision
- Approve MOU with Hays County Sheriff’s Office for School Resource Officers
- Authorize contract with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP for delinquent tax collection
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation menus.
Special Meeting - Superintendent Evaluation
The Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to evaluate the Superintendent. This includes a closed session to discuss evaluation results and a subsequent open session to consider a contract extension and compensation.
- Preparation of Summative Evaluation Document for Superintendent
- Discussion of Superintendent evaluation, contract, and compensation
- Possible action on Superintendent contract extension and compensation
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. The minutes are procedural or empty.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will discuss several technology procurements and personnel recommendations. The meeting includes updates on district safety initiatives and 2023 bond construction projects.
- Purchase of Cybersecurity Platform
- Purchase of SMARTtag Upgrade and Annual Renewal for Transportation from Secured Mobility
- Purchase of Web Filtering, Alerts, and Classroom Management for Chromebooks from Lightspeed
- Purchase of Demographic Services from Population and Survey Analysts
- Contractual employment of Assistant Principals for Tom Green Elementary and Johnson High School
The provided document contains no record of board actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation menus and maintenance notices.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the budget and proposed tax rate, then consider adopting the 2024-2025 budgets for the General, Debt Service, and Food Service Funds, along with the compensation plan. The board will also vote on numerous consent agenda items, including software purchases and a teacher fellowship MOU, and take action on items like hiring assistant principals, approving a legal counsel selection, and adopting policy updates.
- Public hearing on budget and proposed tax rate
- Approval of 2024-2025 General, Debt Service, and Food Service Fund budgets
- Approval of 2024-2025 Compensation Plan
- Purchase of Learning Management System (Schoology) and other software
- Approval of construction contracts for 2023 Bond projects, including adaptive playgrounds
The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes; it lists items for consideration but does not record votes or final outcomes. The session included a public hearing on the budget and proposed tax rate and various action items regarding district procurement and personnel.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on June 17, 2024, starting with closed session discussions on real property, security, and personnel. In open session, they will hold public hearings on the Optional Flexible School Day at Live Oak Academy and the upcoming budget and tax rate, then consider a consent agenda with software purchases and a full action agenda for June 24, including the 2024-2025 budget, compensation plan, and several construction contracts.
- Public hearing on Optional Flexible School Day at Live Oak Academy
- Public hearing on budget and proposed tax rate for June 24
- Consent agenda includes purchases of Schoology, Edgenuity, Frontline, Amplify Boost, Agile Mind, NWEA MAP Growth, Amplify mCLASS
- Action items include 2024-25 budget adoption, compensation plan, and board meeting calendar
- Approval of construction contracts for 2023 Bond projects, including adaptive playgrounds and access control systems
The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes and does not record the outcomes of the items listed. It outlines proposed purchases for learning software and a TEA waiver application for Live Oak Academy.
Special Meeting - Budget Workshop
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees is holding a special budget workshop meeting. They will consider approving the superintendent's recommendation to contractually employ assistant principals at seven campuses, and will receive a presentation on the 2024-2025 budget. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss personnel matters.
- Consider approval of assistant principal hires at Buda, Hemphill, Kyle, Science Hall, and Tobias elementaries, Simon Middle, and Lehman High
- 2024-2025 Budget Workshop presentation
- Closed session on personnel recommendations, resignations, and extended leave
- Public forum for community comments
The board conducted a 2024-2025 Budget Workshop and held a closed session to discuss personnel matters. The provided minutes do not record any final votes or substantive decisions.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a closed session on safety and security, followed by public forum and recognitions. The board will consider adopting revised dress code and medical treatment policies, a state waiver for low attendance, several instructional material purchases, and bond-related construction items. Consent agenda items include minutes, AP exam costs, and budget amendments.
- Second reading and possible adoption of revised dress code policy FNCA
- Second reading and possible adoption of revised medical treatment policy FFAC
- Request to apply for TEA state waiver for low attendance
- Purchase of instructional materials for AP Physics, AP Psychology, CTE courses, and AP US History
- Resolution declaring hazardous traffic conditions and assignment of architect for middle school bond improvements
The provided document contains no record of board actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will canvass the May 4, 2024 trustee election results, recognize an outgoing member, and swear in newly elected trustees. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss reorganization and safety, then reconvene to select officers. Several action items are scheduled for the May 20 meeting, including policy adoptions and bond-related approvals.
- Canvass May 4, 2024 trustee election results for Single-Member District 3 and At-Large
- Closed session on board reorganization and safety/security (Tx. Gov't Code 551.074, 551.076)
- Second reading and possible adoption of dress code policy FNCA and medical treatment policy FFAC
- Approval of third-party Medicaid billing services with Texas Association of School Boards
- Approval of architect for enhanced schematic design for future bond improvements at middle schools
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on April 22, 2024, at 4:30 PM. The agenda includes a closed session for safety, personnel, and superintendent evaluation, followed by open session items. The board will consider consent agenda items (routine procurements, contracts, budget amendments) and multiple action items, including 2023 bond construction approvals, staff employment contracts, and resolutions for compensation due to school closures.
- Approval of Guaranteed Maximum Prices for 2023 Bond improvements at Johnson High School (GMP 3), Lehman High School (GMP 1), and Tobias Elementary/Impact Center (GMP 2)
- Approval of Design-to-Date for 2023 Bond Bid Package 10 (Adaptive Playgrounds) and assignment of architect/CMAR for Comprehensive High School #4
- Purchase of school buses from Longhorn Bus Sales (2023 Bond)
- Approval of Superintendent's recommendations for employment contracts for administrators, certified professionals, and professionals for 2024-2025 and 2025-2026
- Resolutions for compensation of Tom Green Elementary staff (March 25) and staff due to solar eclipse closure (April 8)
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links for the BoardBook platform.
Special Meeting: Bus Fleet Seatbelt Plan
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly take action on the district's Bus Fleet Seatbelt Plan. The agenda includes a closed session for safety/security and legal matters, followed by a public forum and the action item on the seatbelt plan.
- Discussion and possible action on the Hays CISD Bus Fleet Seatbelt Plan
- Closed session on safety and security per Texas Gov't Code 551.076
- Closed session with legal counsel per Texas Gov't Code 551.129
- Public forum with required green sheet form submission
The provided minutes for the April 15, 2024, Special Meeting regarding the Bus Fleet Seatbelt Plan contain no record of actions, votes, or decisions. The document consists of system navigation and maintenance notices.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a closed session for safety and personnel matters, followed by public forum and a consent agenda. The main action items include approving Guaranteed Maximum Prices and design documents for 2023 bond projects at Johnson High School, Lehman High School, Tobias Elementary School, and the Impact Center, as well as assigning architects and construction managers for a new comprehensive high school. The board will also consider several procurement contracts for instructional materials and technology, and resolutions for staff compensation related to recent closures.
- Approve GMP 3 for 2023 Bond Bid Package 2 improvements at Johnson High School
- Approve GMP 1 and construction documents for 2023 Bond Bid Package 4 at Lehman High School
- Approve GMP 2 and design-to-date for 2023 Bond Bid Package 7 at Tobias Elementary and Impact Center
- Approve architect and CMAR assignments for 2023 Bond Bid Package 12, Comprehensive High School #4
- Approve procurement of instructional materials and technology, including STEMscopes, Pearson, Amplify, BrainPOP, and Apple equipment
The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes of action. It lists items for consideration, including bond projects and instructional materials, but does not record any decisions, vote tallies, or outcomes.
Special Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss safety and personnel matters in closed session, then reconvene to consider hiring a principal and two directors, and possibly adopt a resolution nominating the superintendent for an award. The agenda also includes a superintendent report, public forum, and board requests for information.
- Consideration of contractual employment for Principal of Pfluger Elementary School, Director of Transportation, and Director of Career and Technical Education
- Possible adoption of a resolution regarding Superintendent of the Year Nomination
- Closed session on safety and security per Texas law
- Closed session on personnel recommendations
- Public forum with required form submission
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting Cancelled
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting on March 25, 2024, with a full agenda of action items. The board will consider approving several construction-related contracts and agreements tied to the 2023 bond program, including guaranteed maximum prices for projects at Johnson High School, Lehman High School, and Tobias Elementary School. The board will also vote on personnel hires, an interlocal agreement with the Lower Colorado River Authority, and a resolution nominating the Superintendent of the Year.
- Consideration and possible approval of Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) 3 for 2023 Bond Bid Package 2 for improvements at Johnson High School
- Consideration and possible approval of Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) 1 and Construction Documents (CD) for 2023 Bond Bid Package 4 for improvements at Lehman High School
- Consideration and possible approval of the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) 2 and Design-to-Date (DD) for 2023 Bond Bid Package 7 for improvements at Tobias Elementary School and Impact Center
- Consideration and possible approval of an Interlocal Agreement between Hays CISD and the Lower Colorado River Authority
- Consideration and possible approval of the Superintendent's Recommendation for contractual employment of the Principal of Pfluger Elementary School, the Director of Transportation, and the Director of Career and Technical Education
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on March 18, 2024, with a closed session for safety and superintendent evaluation, followed by an open session. The board will consider numerous action items related to 2023 bond-funded construction projects, including approving guaranteed maximum prices, assigning architects and construction managers, and purchasing equipment. The meeting also includes reports on student achievement, safety, and financial statements.
- Consideration of Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) 3 for 2023 Bond Bid Package 2 at Johnson High School
- Consideration of GMP 1 and Construction Documents for 2023 Bond Bid Package 4 at Lehman High School
- Consideration of GMP 2 and Design-to-Date for 2023 Bond Bid Package 7 at Tobias Elementary and Impact Center
- Approval of Interlocal Agreement with Lower Colorado River Authority for radio services and equipment
- Approval of easements for City of Buda Onion Creek Trail
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links for the BoardBook platform.
Special Meeting Hearing
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to conduct a Level III grievance appeal hearing under Board Policy DGBA (LOCAL). The board will meet in closed session to hear the appeal and consult with legal counsel, then reconvene in open session to consider possible action. A public forum is scheduled after the closed session.
- Level III grievance appeal hearing per Board Policy DGBA (LOCAL)
- Closed session deliberation and legal consultation under Tex. Gov't Code Sec. 551.071, 551.074, 551.082
- Public forum with required Request to Address the Board form
- Possible action on Level III grievance hearing in open session
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a closed session for safety and personnel matters, followed by open session action on several 2023 bond construction packages, a district-wide wireless network upgrade, and policy revisions. The board will also receive updates on safety, bond projects, and the 2024-2025 budget calendar.
- Approval of Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) 2 and construction documents for Ramage Elementary School (Bid Package 1)
- Approval of GMP 2 and construction documents for Johnson High School improvements (Bid Package 2)
- Approval of GMP 2 and construction documents for Dahlstrom and Wallace Middle Schools (Bid Package 5)
- Approval of GMP 2 and design-to-date for improvements at seven schools (Bid Package 6)
- Approval of district-wide campus wireless network upgrade with Converge One
The provided document contains no record of board actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on February 20, 2024, at 5:30 PM. The board will consider approving construction documents and guaranteed maximum prices for several 2023 bond projects, including Ramage Elementary, Johnson High School, Dahlstrom and Wallace Middle Schools, and a package covering multiple elementary schools and Simon Middle School. The agenda also includes a closed session for legal and security matters, a consent agenda with routine items, and informational updates on safety, bond projects, and the budget calendar.
- Approval of construction documents and GMP 2 for 2023 Bond Bid Package 1 - Ramage Elementary School
- Approval of GMP 2 and construction documents for 2023 Bond Bid Package 2 - Johnson High School improvements
- Approval of GMP 2 and construction documents for 2023 Bond Bid Package 5 - Dahlstrom and Wallace Middle Schools
- Approval of design-to-date and GMP 2 for 2023 Bond Bid Package 6 - Kyle, Elm Grove, Fuentes, Tom Green, Hemphill, Pfluger Elementary and Simon Middle School
- Approval of district-wide campus wireless network upgrade with Converge One
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation and maintenance notices for the BoardBook platform.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will consider several action items including upcoming academic calendars and various construction project bids. The meeting includes a safety report regarding intruder detection audit findings and discussions on employee compensation for recent winter weather closures.
- Adoption of 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 academic school calendars
- Purchase of Johnson High School marching band uniforms from FJ Miller
- Purchase of utility vans for Child Nutrition from Mac Haik Auto Group
- 2023 Bond Bid Package 2 improvements at Johnson High School
- 2023 Bond Bid Package 6 furniture and equipment for Kyle and Tom Green Elementary
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on January 16, 2024, at 5:30 PM. The board will consider adopting academic calendars for the next two school years, approve several purchases and construction-related items, and discuss a districtwide intruder detection audit report. The agenda also includes a public hearing on the annual Texas Academic Performance Report and a closed session on safety and security.
- Consideration and possible adoption of academic school calendars for 2024-2025 and 2025-2026
- Consideration and possible approval of K-4 Class Size Waivers
- Consideration and possible approval of Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) 1 and 50% Construction Document Estimate for 2023 Bond Bid Package 2 at Johnson High School
- Consideration and possible approval of purchase of Utility Vans for Child Nutrition from Mac Haik Auto Group
- Consideration and possible approval of purchase of Propane and Propane Dispensing Equipment from AmeriGas
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and meeting metadata.