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Newton ISDTX averageUS Census ACS
Population
7,226
Per-capita income
$20,601
Median home value
$82,900
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School district

School district statistics (NCES Common Core of Data; proficiency = EDFacts state-assessment range midpoints)
Enrollment927 students (2023)
Per-pupil spending$14,519 (FY2020)
Schools3 · 90 teachers (FTE) (2023)
Total revenue$16.5M (FY2020)
Reading proficiency38% (est. 2018)
Math proficiency32% (est. 2018)
Free/reduced lunch69% (2018)

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Mon Aug 31, 2026 · 6:00PM

Special Meeting

Newton ISD to set tax rate and adopt 2026-27 budget

The Newton ISD Board of Trustees is meeting to consider approving a two-year landscape maintenance contract, a year-end budget amendment, the adoption of a tax rate of $0.754900 M&O and $0.379904 I&S for 2026-27, and the general operating budget for 2026-27. The board will also hear a fund balance overview and hold a closed executive session for resignations and contracts.

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August 31, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Special Meeting Agenda Agenda 1. Routine 1.1. Welcome 1.2. Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation 2. Reports/Discussions 2.1. Superintendent's Comments 2.1.1. Fund Balance Overview, by Malinda Ortolon 3. Action Item 3.1. Consider and, if Appropriate, Approve Renewing Landscape Specialist for Lawn & Maintenance for a Two-Year Extension 3.2. Consider and, if Appropriate, Approve Budget Amendment for General Operating Year End 2025-26 3.3. Consider and, if Appropriate, Approve Adoption of Tax Rate $0.754900 M&O and $0.379904 I&S for 2026-27 3.4. Consider and, if Appropriate, Approve General Operating Budget for 2026-27 4. Executive Session This closed session will be held in accordance with Section 551.001-551.084 of the Texas Government Code. (The Open Meetings Act) Should final vote be required with regard to any action, final decisions or vote will be taken in public open …
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Recent meetings

Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 6:00PM

Regular Meeting

Newton ISD board to review budget, handbooks, and personnel actions

The Newton ISD Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting that includes a budget workshop, review of employee and student handbooks for 2026-27, and a delinquent tax report. The board will also consider consent agenda items such as minutes, a donation, the student code of conduct, a 4-H agreement, and budget amendments. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel contracts, resignations, and renewals.

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August 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting Agenda Agenda 1. Call to Order 2. Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance 3. Public Forum 4. Reports from Administrators 4.1. Superintendent's Comments  4.1.1. Newton CAD Report 5. Budget Workshop - Second Look  6. Employee Handbook 2026-27 7. Student Handbook 2026-27 8. Deliquent Tax Report- July 2026 9. Consent Action Agenda Items 1-5 listed below are considered to be routine by the Board of Trustees and will be considered and if appropriate, enacted with one motion.  There will not be separate discussion of items unless a Board Member so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered as a separate item on the Regular Agenda.  9.1. Minutes- July 23, 2026 9.2. Accepting Donation of $500 to Athletics from Mr. & Mrs. Dwight McMahon …
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Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 6:00PM

Regular Meeting

Newton ISD board to vote on routine items and accept athletic donations

The Newton Independent School District board will hold its regular meeting on July 23, 2026, to review routine administrative items, accept donations for athletics, and consider a monument signs project. The board will also discuss personnel matters in an executive session.

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July 23, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting Agenda Agenda 1. Call to Order 2. Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance 3. Public Forum 4. Reports from Administrators 4.1. Superintendent's Comments  5. Budget - First Look  6. Community in Schools Community Impact Report June 2026 7. Deliquent Tax Report - June 2026 8. Consent Action Agenda Items 1-7 listed below are considered to be routine by the Board of Trustees and will be considered and if appropriate, enacted with one motion.  There will not be separate discussion of items unless a Board Member so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered as a separate item on the Regular Agenda.  8.1. Minutes- June 22 8.2. TASB Property/Auto Ins Renewal  8.3. T-TESS Appraisal Calendar 2026-27 8.4. Budget Increase from 2025 State Football Game UIL Paymen …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 6:00PM

Regular Meeting

Newton ISD board to vote on demolition of old admin buildings and dress code updates

The Newton Independent School District board will hold its regular meeting on June 22, 2026, where it will consider routine approvals, policy updates, and key decisions including the demolition of the old administration and auditorium buildings using bond funds, dress code revisions for students and employees, and contract approvals.

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June 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting Agenda Agenda 1. Call to Order 2. Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance 3. Public Forum 4. Reports from Administrators 4.1. Superintendent's Comments  4.1.1. District Goal Training, Presented by Region 5 5. Investment Report  6. Deliquent Tax Report - May 2026 7. Consent Action Agenda Items 1-3 listed below are considered to be routine by the Board of Trustees and will be considered and if appropriate, enacted with one motion.  There will not be separate discussion of items unless a Board Member so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered as a separate item on the Regular Agenda.  7.1. Minutes- May 15th & May 18th  7.2. Student Dress Code 2026-2027 7.3. Employee Dress Code 2026-2027 7.4. TASB Update 127 Local Policies  …
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Mon May 18, 2026 · 6:00PM

Regular Meeting

Newton ISD board to seat new members and reorganize leadership

The Newton Independent School District board will hold its regular meeting on May 18, 2026. Routine items include approving minutes, budget amendments, and personnel actions. The board will also seat newly elected members from the cancelled May 2 election and reorganize board officers.

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May 18, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting Agenda Agenda 1. Call to Order 2. Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance 3. Public Forum 4. Presentation of Awards to Campus Teachers of the Year, Retiring Personnel, and Bus Driver of the Year  5. Reports from Administrators 5.1. Superintendent's Comments  6. Budget Report 7. Deliquent Tax Report - April 2026 8. Consent Action Agenda Items 1-7 listed below are considered to be routine by the Board of Trustees and will be considered and if appropriate, enacted with one motion.  There will not be separate discussion of items unless a Board Member so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered as a separate item on the Regular Agenda.  8.1. Minutes- April 20, 2026 8.2. Budget Amendment for TIA Payments that will be Reimbursed by TEA 8.3. Budget Workshop Dates …
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Fri May 15, 2026 · 6:30PM

Special Meeting

Newton ISD to consider budget transfer for ESSER funds

The board will meet for a special session to discuss a budget transfer regarding ESSER funds. The meeting also includes superintendent comments and board photos before high school graduation.

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May 15, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Special Meeting Agenda Agenda 1. Routine 1.1. Welcome 1.2. Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation 2. Reports/Discussions 2.1. Superintendent's Comments 3. Board Pictures Prior to HS Graduation 4. Action Item 4.1. Consider, and if Appropriate, Approve Budget Transfer for ESSER Funds 5. Executive Session- None  This closed session will be held in accordance with Section 551.001-551.084 of the Texas Government Code. (The Open Meetings Act) Should final vote be required with regard to any action, final decisions or vote will be taken in public open meeting.  Web Viewer << Back to the Public Page for Newton ISD support@boardbook.org 888.587.2665 Copyright © 2015-2026. Sparq Data Solutions Inc. - All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions of Use
Mon Apr 20, 2026 · 6:00PM

Regular Meeting

Newton ISD to address school bus seat belt requirements

The Board of Trustees will discuss and potentially approve a resolution regarding SB 546 bus seat belt requirements. The meeting also includes reports on student enrollment, safety audits, and delinquent taxes.

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April 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting Agenda Agenda 1. Call to Order 2. Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance 3. Public Forum 4. Reports from Administrators 4.1. Superintendent's Comments  5. Student Enrollment - 5th Six Weeks 6. Safety & Security Audit Report 7. Board Members Continuing Education Hours Report 8. Deliquent Tax Report 9. Consent Action Agenda Items 1 listed below are considered to be routine by the Board of Trustees and will be considered and if appropriate, enacted with one motion.  There will not be separate discussion of items unless a Board Member so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered as a separate item on the Regular Agenda.  9.1. Minutes- Mar 16, 2026 10. Regular Action Agenda 10.1. Move that the Board of Trustees Finds the Following Regarding SB 546 Reporting …
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Mon Mar 16, 2026 · 6:00PM

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March 16, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting Agenda Agenda 1. Call to Order 2. Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance 3. Public Forum 4. Reports from Administrators 4.1. Superintendent's Comments  5. Financial Reports: Investment Report  6. Student Athletic Insurance Renewal  7. Deliquent Tax Report - Feb 2026 8. Consent Action Agenda Items 1-5 listed below are considered to be routine by the Board of Trustees and will be considered and if appropriate, enacted with one motion.  There will not be separate discussion of items unless a Board Member so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered as a separate item on the Regular Agenda.  8.1. Minutes- Feb 19, 2026 8.2. Investment Policy Review 8.3. Grant Authority to the Superintendent to Hire Teachers and Staff Through August 2026 8.4. 2026-27 All …
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Thu Feb 19, 2026 · 6:00PM

Regular Meeting

Newton ISD to consider 2026-27 school calendar and teacher certification resolution

The Board of Trustees will review the 2026-27 school calendar and proposed local policies. The board is also considering actions regarding Senate Bill 11 and a resolution concerning the delay of teacher certification requirements.

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February 19, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting Agenda Agenda 1. Call to Order 2. Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance 3. Public Forum 4. Reports from Administrators 4.1. Superintendent's Comments  5. TAPR Report- Bonetha Christopher  6. Student Enrollment- 4th Six Weeks  7. Deliquent Tax Report - Jan 2026 8. Consent Action Agenda Items 1-4 listed below are considered to be routine by the Board of Trustees and will be considered and if appropriate, enacted with one motion.  There will not be separate discussion of items unless a Board Member so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered as a separate item on the Regular Agenda.  8.1. Minutes- Jan 22 8.2. Proposed CH Local Policy 8.3. Proposed CV Local Policy 8.4. NISD School Calendar 2026-27  …
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Thu Jan 22, 2026 · 6:00PM

Regular Meeting

Newton ISD board to vote on routine consent items and discuss personnel actions

The Newton Independent School District board will hold its regular meeting on January 22, 2026. The agenda includes routine consent items such as approving past minutes and policy updates, as well as personnel-related discussions in executive session. No substantive regular action items are listed for public vote.

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January 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting Agenda Agenda 1. Call to Order 2. Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance 3. Public Forum 4. Reports from Administrators 4.1. Superintendent's Comments  4.1.1. Review of District Goals 5. Deliquent Tax Report - Dec Report 6. Consent Action Agenda Items 1-3 listed below are considered to be routine by the Board of Trustees and will be considered and if appropriate, enacted with one motion.  There will not be separate discussion of items unless a Board Member so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered as a separate item on the Regular Agenda.  6.1. Minutes-  Dec 15th  6.2. TASB Policy Update 126 6.3. Order of Election for Board of Trustees Positions 6 & 7 7. Regular Action Agenda-- None 8. Executive Session This closed session will be held …
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