Brownsville ISD public meetings in 2024

Rescheduled Regular Board Meeting

The Board will discuss legislative priorities for the 89th Texas Legislative Session and review a financial report through November 30, 2024. The meeting includes several proposed approvals for grants, construction change orders, and employee compensation revisions.

• Proposed $500 retention stipend for eligible full-time, part-time, and substitute employees
• Proposed $248,191 UTRGV Early Head Start Child Care Partnership Grant for Lincoln Park School
• Proposed $150,000 change order for HVAC upgrades at Gonzalez, Yturria ES and Manzano MS
• Proposed $10,000 donation of voucher books from Main Event for student incentives
• Proposed $7,500 U.S. Chess Federation travel grant for Paredes Elementary

The provided document contains only the meeting title and system maintenance notices. No substantive decisions, votes, or discussions were recorded in the text.

Citizens Facilities Committe Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Citizens Facilities Committee will hold a meeting on November 21, 2024, to receive presentations from Special Education, Fine Arts, and Athletic Departments, hear updates from sub-committees, and break into smaller groups for further discussion. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

Special Called Board Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Board of Trustees will meet to approve the 2023–24 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, a $2.99 million budget amendment, and a $12,500 contract for technical services. The board will also consider waiving policy to pay 7 employees for 49 days of accumulated leave and discuss hiring and board counsel evaluations.

• Approve 2023–24 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Approve $2,993,427 budget amendment for Local Funds
• Approve $12,500 contract with Haissam Mayasi for technical services
• Waive policy to pay 7 employees for 49 days of accumulated local leave
• Discuss hiring and evaluation of board counsel

The provided document contains only the meeting header and system maintenance notices. There are no records of discussions, motions, or decisions made during the November 19, 2024, Special Called Board Meeting.

New Board Member Local District Orientation

The meeting is dedicated to the New Board Member Local District Training Orientation. No other business items or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• New Board Member Local District Training Orientation

Special Called Board Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Board of Trustees meets to certify November 5 election results, swear in newly elected members, and reorganize leadership roles including president, vice-president, and secretary. No substantive policy or spending decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Canvass of November 5, 2024 election returns
• Oath of office for newly elected trustees (Places 3, 5, 6, and 7)
• Re-organization of Board leadership (President, Vice-President, Secretary)

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links for the BoardBook portal.

Special Ed/Section 504 Committee Meeting

The Brownsville Independent School District’s Special Education/Section 504 Committee holds its scheduled meeting to review administrative updates on staffing, training, parental involvement, behavioral support, and post-school transition planning. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda; the meeting is procedural.

Citizens Facilities Committee Workshop

The Citizens Facilities Committee holds a workshop to organize and receive presentations on district facility priorities and demographic information. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

Rescheduled Regular Board Meeting

The Brownsville ISD board will hold a rescheduled regular meeting to act on a $5,902,191 budget amendment and approve $879,975.36 in construction and engineering payments. Members will also consider accepting a $152,640 state grant for bullet shields for campus police, a $70,000 donation from the Homer Hanna Class of 1979, and scholarships for homeless youth. The board will hear updates on delinquent tax collections, bilingual program evaluations, and quarterly financial reports.

• $5,902,191 budget amendment reallocating $2.35M and adding $35K
• $879,975.36 in construction and engineering service payments
• $152,640 state grant for bullet shields for BISD Police Officers
• $70,000 donation from Homer Hanna Class of 1979
• 40 scholarships for Homeless Youth Program (no cost to district)

The provided document is a landing page for the meeting minutes and does not contain the text of the proceedings. No substantive decisions, votes, or discussions are recorded in the source.

Special Called Board Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and potentially take action on proposed plans for Sams Stadium. The focus of the meeting is the replacement and upgrade of the soccer field turf and the track.

• Proposed plan for Field Turf/Soccer Field and Track upgrades and replacement at Sams Stadium

The provided document is a landing page for the October 24, 2024, Special Called Board Meeting minutes but does not contain the actual text of the proceedings. No decisions, votes, or discussions are recorded in the source.

Facilities Committee Meeting

The Facilities Committee will receive presentations regarding the timeline and use of funds from the 2015 Tax Ratification Election. The meeting also includes discussions on district-wide MEP system upgrades and a facilities assessment overview.

• Presentation on timeline and use of funds from the 2015 Tax Ratification Election (TRE)
• Strategic planning session for district-wide upgrades of MEP systems
• Overview of district-wide facilities and next steps for facilities assessment

Special Called Board Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Board will reconvene after an executive session to discuss, consider, and possibly take action on the audit of facility projects. The meeting includes procedural items such as approving the agenda, public comment, and adjournment.

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and a link to the meeting minutes without the actual content of the proceedings.

Regular Board Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Board will meet to approve routine minutes, a consent agenda of contracts and payments, and a $5,510,960 budget amendment. The board will also hear the superintendent’s report, which includes recognitions for AP teachers and students, and a financial update.

• Approve $5,510,960 budget amendment #011 for local funds
• Approve $1,297,674.08 in construction and engineering payments
• Approve $500,500 TIA designation fee and $6,000 consortium fee
• Approve $23,482.75 rifle-resistant body armor grant for peace officers
• Approve change orders totaling $130,000 for HVAC upgrades at Perkins MS, Vela MS, and Hanna ECHS

The provided document contains only system maintenance notices and a title page for the October 1, 2024, Regular Board Meeting. No votes, motions, or substantive decisions are recorded in the text.

Superintendents Safety and Security Meeting

The Superintendents Safety and Security Meeting will cover the district vulnerability assessment process. The board will also meet in a closed session to review audit reports and the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP).

• District Vulnerability Assessment Process presentation by TEA School Safety Agent Deanna Stevens
• Intruder Detection Audit Report findings
• District Audit Report (DAR) key results
• Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) review

Special Called Board Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Board will meet to approve revisions to the 2024-2025 employee compensation plan and two interlocal agreements. One agreement with the City of Brownsville aims to share facilities for career and technical education programs and the Gladys Porter Zoo, while another involves data-sharing with a consulting firm. A board member will also present costs to relocate the CTE program.

• Approve revisions to pages 34-36, 38, 39 & 41 of the 2024-2025 Employee Compensation Plan (stipend pay)
• Approve amended interlocal agreement with City of Brownsville for shared CTE program and Gladys Porter Zoo facilities
• Approve data-sharing agreement with Rivera Educational Consulting, LLC
• Presentation on costs to relocate the CTE program (Board Member Carlos Elizondo)
• Consider lease and real estate contracts for Cummings Property with the City of Brownsville

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and a placeholder for the meeting minutes.

Regular Board Meeting

The Board will conduct a public hearing and consider adopting a tax rate of no more than $1.028664 per $100.00 valuation for the 2024-2025 school year. The meeting also includes several requests for staff development contracts and updates to the employee compensation plan.

• Proposed 2024-2025 tax rate of no more than $1.028664 per $100.00 valuation
• Contract for Region One staff development for private schools not to exceed $124,900.00
• Acceptance of a $300,000.00 TEA Interactive Online Learning Grant
• Purchase of Hudl Gold athletic subscriptions and cameras for $87,000.00
• Approval of Perkins M.S. HVAC Phase I and middle school four-lane track projects as substantially complete

The provided document contains only the cover page and system notifications for the September 3, 2024, Regular Board Meeting. No substantive decisions, votes, or discussions are recorded in the text.

Special Called Board Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Board of Trustees will meet to discuss pending litigation and real property matters. The board may take action on joining litigation with O'Hanlon Demerath and Castillo Law Firm and the value or acquisition of the Cummings Property.

• Possible action to authorize Superintendent to join pending litigation with O'Hanlon Demerath and Castillo Law Firm
• Discussion and possible action regarding the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of the Cummings Property

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.

Special Called Board Meeting Cancelled

The Brownsville ISD Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss and potentially approve a revised application for the Optional Flexible School Day Program (OFSDP) for the 2024-2025 school year.

• Approval of revised application to participate in the Optional Flexible School Day Program (OFSDP) for 2024-2025

Board Workshop

The board is meeting for a workshop to conduct School Board Member Training on School Board Governance. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• School Board Member Training - School Board Governance

Regular Board Meeting

The Board will discuss district initiatives regarding customer service and student attendance, alongside financial and investment reports. The meeting includes a consent agenda with several purchasing resolutions and service contracts for the 2024-2025 school year.

• Contract for Gold Star Food warehouse and distribution services for $80,000.00
• Acceptance of a $50,000.00 Special Education Capacity Contracted Services Grant
• Consulting services for Youth Connection Project from Coaching Excellence in Organization ($23,190.00) and Region One ($7,000.00 total for Mental Health and STEM)
• Adoption of TASB Update 123 Local Policy and FDB Local Policy
• 17 resolutions to participate in various purchasing cooperatives for fiscal year 2024-2025

The provided document contains only administrative headers and system maintenance notices. There are no records of motions, votes, or decisions made during the August 6, 2024, meeting.

Curriculum Committee Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Curriculum Committee held a meeting on July 30, 2024, with only procedural items on the agenda. No decisions, ordinances, or dollar amounts were presented for discussion or action.

Special Called Board Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Board will meet in a special session to act on personnel matters, including approval of retirements, resignations, and new hires for the 2024-2025 school year. The board will also consider reclassifying certain positions and compensating unpaid stipends from prior years.

• Approve retirements (6) and resignations (18)
• Approve 11 new hires including Assistant Band Director, Assistant Choir Director, and Athletic Trainer
• Reclassify Specialist, Purchasing FNS and Buyer to Pay Grade 7
• Compensate professional employee (J.E.) for unpaid stipends in 2021-2022 and 2022-2023
• Approve salary change for Campus Professional Employee (R.B.) for 2024-2025

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation links and maintenance notices.

Facilities Committee Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Facilities Committee met on July 30, 2024 to receive administrative updates on district facilities, personnel, and debt capacity. No formal decisions were listed on the agenda; the meeting focused on presentations and general reviews.

Policy Committee Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Policy Committee is meeting to conduct first readings of several policy updates, including the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) Policy Update 123 and revisions to local policies on educational philosophy and admissions/intra-district transfers. These are initial reviews, not final decisions, and the committee will also take public input before determining next steps.

• First reading of TASB Policy Update 123 (Legal and Local policies)
• First reading of AE (LOCAL) – Educational Philosophy
• First reading of FDB (LOCAL) – Admissions/Intra-district Transfers
• Public input session

Hearing No. 001/23-24 Cancelled

This meeting was a scheduled hearing (No. 001/23-24) for the Brownsville ISD board to discuss and possibly act on the proposed non-renewal of employee J.G. The agenda included a closed session under Texas Government Code sections and a reconvening for board action. However, the hearing was cancelled, so no decisions were made.

• Hearing on proposed non-renewal of J.G. (cancelled)
• Closed meeting under Texas Government Code 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, 551.082, 551.084
• Board reconvening for action on executive session item
• Meeting scheduled for June 24, 2024 at 5:00 PM

Special Called Board Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special called meeting to hold a public hearing on the proposed 2024-2025 budget and tax rate, then vote on adopting the budget, the employee compensation plan, and a budget amendment. The meeting includes public comment and is the final step before the new fiscal year begins.

• Public hearing on proposed 2024-2025 budget and proposed tax rate
• Adoption of 2024-2025 budget
• Approval of 2024-2025 employee compensation plan
• Budget Amendment #020 for $276,071 in local funds (reallocation)

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation menus and a title page for the June 20, 2024, Special Called Board Meeting.

Board Workshop (Curriculum) Cancelled

This meeting, a Board Workshop on Curriculum scheduled for June 19, 2024 at 5:30 PM, has been cancelled. The agenda listed items on professional development and preliminary STAAR scores and bilingual data, but no decisions or discussions will take place.

• Meeting cancelled
• Agenda included professional development discussion
• Agenda included preliminary STAAR scores and bilingual data

Board Workshop (Facilities) Cancelled

This meeting, a Board Workshop on Facilities scheduled for June 19, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda would have included an overview of the Facilities Department and personnel, and a review of projects overseen by Facilities.

• Meeting cancelled
• Overview of Facilities Department and Personnel (cancelled)
• Review of Projects Overseen by Facilities (cancelled)

Rescheduled Regular Board Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Board of Trustees will hold a rescheduled regular meeting on June 11, 2024, to consider a consent agenda with numerous action items. Key decisions include renaming consolidating campuses, approving the 2024-2025 student code of conduct and grading procedures, and accepting a $993,096 state safety grant. The board will also vote on several contracts and change orders, including a $985,227.27 purchase of high school science textbooks and multiple HVAC upgrade change orders.

• Rename consolidating campuses: Cromack-Castaneda Elementary, Morningside-Del Castillo Elementary, Judge Reynaldo G. Garza at Southmost Elementary or Judge Reynaldo G. Garza Southmost Elementary
• Accept 2024-2025 SAFE Grant from TEA for $993,096.00 for school safety standards
• Purchase high school science textbooks (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, IPC) from McGraw Hill Education for $985,227.27
• Renew Navigate 360 social-emotional curriculum for grades 6-12 at $82,944.03 and QuaverReady SEL for PreK-5 at $71,400.00
• Approve change orders for HVAC upgrades at multiple schools, including $436,500 for Vela M.S. and $352,800 for Perkins M.S.

The board considered a wide range of administrative actions, including the 2024 school trustee election order and the adoption of the 2024-2025 Student Code of Conduct. The meeting included recommendations for several HVAC project change orders and the acceptance of a $993,096 school safety grant. The provided text lists recommended actions but does not record final vote tallies.

• Recommended approval of the School Trustee Election scheduled for November 5, 2024
• Recommended adoption of the 2024-2025 Student Code of Conduct
• Recommended acceptance of a $993,096 TEA Safety and Facilities Enhancement (SAFE) Grant
• Recommended $985,227.27 for High School Science instructional materials from McGraw Hill Education
• Recommended $82,944.03 for Navigate 360 social-emotional curriculum (grades 6-12)
• Recommended $71,400.00 for QuaverReady SEL curriculum (PreK-5th)
• Recommended $3,941,762.30 in payments for district construction and engineering services
• Recommended approval of the Audit Plan for July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025

Budget Committee Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Budget Committee is meeting to discuss proposed compensation plan changes and salary increases, as well as the 2024-2025 proposed budget for the General Fund and Debt Service. The meeting includes public comment and next steps, but no final votes are scheduled.

• Discussion on compensation plan changes and proposed salary increases
• 2024-2025 proposed budget for General Fund and Debt Service
• Public comment period
• Next steps and adjournment

Budget Committee Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Budget Committee is meeting to review and discuss a draft list of budget cuts and reductions, along with other budget considerations. The meeting includes public comment and next steps, but no final decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review and discuss draft budget cuts/reductions recommendation list
• Budget Workshop #5 attachment (05.29.2024)
• Public comment period

Special Called Board Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special called meeting to consider approving the Resaca Technology Center Renovation and Retrofit Buildings Project and the Sam's Memorial Stadium Renovation Improvements Project as substantially complete. The agenda also includes routine items such as roll call, public comment, and approval of the meeting agenda.

• Recommend approval to authorize Resaca Technology Center Renovation and Retrofit Buildings Project as substantially complete
• Recommend approval to authorize Sam's Memorial Stadium Renovation Improvements Project as substantially complete
• Public comment limited to agenda items, 30 minutes total, 5 minutes per speaker

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation menus and maintenance notices.

Hearing #001 2023/2024 Cancelled

This meeting is a hearing on the proposed non-renewal of J.G.'s contract. The board will discuss the matter in closed session, then reconvene to take possible action. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with call to order, pledge, roll call, and adjournment.

• Hearing on proposed non-renewal of J.G.
• Closed meeting under Texas Government Code sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, 551.082, 551.084
• Board action on item discussed in executive session
• Discussion and possible action on non-renewal

Student Recognition Ceremony (Amendment)

The Brownsville ISD board is holding a student recognition ceremony to honor achievements across academics, arts, athletics, and competitions. The agenda lists recognitions for Special Olympians, UIL champions, science fair winners, and athletic teams, among others. No policy decisions or financial items are on the agenda.

• Special Olympians recognition
• Elementary UIL Division Champions
• Chess National Qualifiers
• Athletic Excellence for Boys and Girls Powerlifting Teams
• Career & Technical Student Organization State and National Competitions

Superintendent's Safety and Security Committee Meeting

The Superintendent's Safety and Security Committee is meeting to receive safety and police updates, review an intruder detection audit report, and discuss the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP). The agenda includes a closed session under Texas law, followed by possible board action on items discussed privately. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Intruder Detection Audit Report Findings
• EOP Review (Emergency Operations Plan)
• BISD Police & Security Updates
• Closed meeting under Texas Government Code sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, 551.082, 551.084
• Public comment period

Campus Tour with Senator Morgan LaMantia

This is a campus tour event, not a regular board meeting. The agenda lists visits to three schools with Senator Morgan LaMantia, with no decisions or discussions scheduled.

• Vela Middle School
• Pullam Elementary School
• Lopez Early College High School

Budget Committee Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Budget Committee is meeting to review a pay maintenance study presented by TASB and to discuss a draft list of budget cuts and reductions. The meeting includes public comment and next steps, but no final decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Pay Maintenance Study Presentation by TASB, Luz Cadena
• Review and discuss draft Budget Cuts/Reductions Recommendation List
• Public comment period
• Next steps discussion

Canvass (School Trustee Special Election)

The Brownsville ISD Board of Trustees is meeting to canvass the returns from the May 4, 2024 special election for Trustee Place 6, a six-month unexpired term. The board will issue a certificate of election, statement of elected officer, and oath of office to the newly elected trustee, followed by public comment and adjournment.

• Canvass of election returns for BISD Trustee Place 6 (special election held May 4, 2024)
• Issue Certificate of Election to newly elected trustee
• Issue Statement of Elected Officer to newly elected trustee
• Administer Oath of Office to newly elected trustee
• Public comment period

The meeting was held to canvass the results of the School Trustee Special Election held on May 4, 2024. The provided minutes do not record specific vote tallies or individual decisions.

Regular Board Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Board will hold a regular meeting with routine items like approving minutes and the consent agenda, which includes textbook adoptions, contracts, and bids. A notable action item is a board request to discuss keeping six elementary schools open using part of a $30 million grant. The meeting also includes recognitions and reports on finances and investments.

• Consider keeping Cromack, Castaneda, Southmost, Garza, Morningside, and Del Castillo Elementary schools open with part of $30 million grant monies
• Approve $3,662,814.85 for K-12 science instructional materials from McGraw Hill, Cengage, eDynamic Learning, and Ramsey Education
• Approve $990,620.62 for Teen and Glencoe Health instructional materials from Cengage, ICEV, Goodheart-Wilcox, McGraw Hill, and Savvas
• Approve $1,072,541.23 in construction and engineering service payments
• Award RFQs for geotechnical, windstorm inspection, and civil engineering services district-wide

The provided document contains only system maintenance notices and meeting metadata. No substantive decisions, discussions, or votes were recorded in the text.

Dr. Chavez's Coffee with the Superintendent

This is an informal community meeting where residents can meet with the superintendent. The agenda contains only this single item, with no listed decisions or formal business.

• Coffee with the Superintendent

School (Garza/Southmost) Renaming Committee Meeting

The Brownsville ISD School (Garza/Southmost) Renaming Committee is meeting to discuss and consider presenting a school name to the Board of Trustees for approval. The agenda includes public comment and standard procedural items.

• Discussion and consideration for presenting the school name to the Board of Trustees
• Public comment
• Pledge of Allegiance
• Roll call

School (Del Castillo/Morningside) Renaming Committee Meeting

The Brownsville ISD School Renaming Committee is meeting to discuss and consider presenting a school name to the Board of Trustees for approval. The agenda includes public comment and standard procedural items. No specific name or recommendation is listed in the agenda.

• Discussion and consideration for presenting the school name to the Board of Trustees
• Public comment period
• Meeting called to order, pledge, roll call, adjournment

School (Cromack/Castaneda) Renaming Committee Meeting

The Brownsville ISD School (Cromack/Castaneda) Renaming Committee is meeting to discuss and consider presenting a school name to the Board of Trustees for approval. The agenda includes public comment and standard procedural items.

• Discussion and consideration for presenting the school name to the Board of Trustees for approval
• Public comment period
• Pledge of Allegiance and roll call

School (Cromack/Castaneda) Renaming Committee Meeting

The School (Cromack/Castaneda) Renaming Committee is meeting to discuss the history of Cromack and Castaneda Elementary Schools and review recommendations regarding their renaming. The agenda includes public comment, but no decisions are listed.

• Review history of Cromack/Castaneda Elementary Schools
• Review recommendations for renaming
• Public comment period

School (Del Castillo/Morningside) Renaming Committee Meeting

The Brownsville ISD School Renaming Committee is meeting to discuss the possible renaming of the Del Castillo and Morningside schools. The agenda includes a history of the schools, review of recommendations, and public comment, but no specific name proposals or decisions are listed.

• Review recommendations for renaming Del Castillo/Morningside schools
• Public comment period on renaming
• Presentation of school history

School (Garza/Southmost) Renaming Committee Meeting

The Brownsville ISD School Renaming Committee is meeting to discuss the potential renaming of Garza and Southmost Elementary schools. The agenda includes a history of the schools, a review of recommendations, and public comment, but no final decision is scheduled.

• Review of recommendations for renaming Garza/Southmost Elementary schools
• Presentation of the history of Garza/Southmost Elementary schools
• Public comment period

Budget Committee Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Budget Committee is meeting to discuss the district's budget, including updates on revenue projections, student enrollment and attendance, the status of a petition protesting the Comptroller Property Value Study, an overview of the district budget committee's recommendations, and an ESSER update. Public comment will be taken, and next steps will be outlined.

• Update on current year revenue projections, student enrollment and attendance
• Status of petition protesting Comptroller Property Value Study
• Overview of District Budget Committee Recommendations
• ESSER Update
• Public Comment

Facilities Committee Meeting Cancelled

This meeting of the Brownsville ISD Facilities Committee is cancelled. The agenda would have included a presentation on middle school consolidation, followed by public input and discussion of next steps.

• School Consolidation Presentation - Middle Schools
• Public Input regarding items reviewed and discussed
• Next steps

Special Ed/Section 504 Committee Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Special Ed/Section 504 Committee is meeting to discuss administrative items including staff training and support, monthly meetings for various roles, vacancies, Child Find, SHARS audit, and an Inclusion Day Celebration. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Staff training and support
• Monthly meetings for diagnosticians, speech, clerks, LSSP, dyslexia/504
• Vacancies
• Child Find
• SHARS audit

Rescheduled Regular Board Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Board of Trustees will consider consolidating Cromack, Castañeda, Garza, Southmost, Del Castillo, and Morningside elementary schools, along with other routine items like approving the consent agenda, financial reports, and contracts. The meeting also includes a closed session for grievances, personnel matters, and legal consultation.

• Consolidation of Cromack and Castañeda Elementary Schools
• Consolidation of Garza and Southmost Elementary Schools
• Consolidation of Del Castillo and Morningside Elementary Schools
• Award chiller replacement at Pullam Elementary, $483,599
• Approve $4,086,429.64 in construction/engineering payments

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and a title page for the April 9, 2024, meeting.

School Consolidation Meeting

The Brownsville ISD is holding a meeting on April 8, 2024, at 5:00 PM focused solely on a school consolidation presentation. The agenda contains only this single item, with no other business or decisions listed.

• School consolidation presentation

School Consolidation Meeting

The Brownsville ISD board is scheduled to hold a meeting regarding school consolidation. The agenda consists of a single presentation on this topic.

• School Consolidation Presentation

School Consolidation Meeting

This is a single-item meeting where the Brownsville ISD board will receive a presentation on school consolidation. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the item is for information and discussion only.

• School consolidation presentation

Special Called Board Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Board is holding a special called meeting to discuss and possibly approve a superintendent contract for Dr. Jesus H. Chavez, with a start date of March 25, 2024. The agenda includes a closed session for personnel matters and attorney consultation, followed by reconvening for possible action. Public comment is limited to agenda items.

• Contract offer and possible signing for Dr. Jesus H. Chavez as Superintendent, start date March 25, 2024
• Closed meeting under Texas Government Code Sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, 551.082, 551.084
• Public comment limited to agenda items, 30 minutes allotted, 5 minutes per speaker

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation menus and maintenance notices.

Policy Committee Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Policy Committee is meeting to conduct a first reading and discussion of Policy CW (Local), which is the only substantive item on the agenda. The meeting also includes public input and next steps, but no decisions are scheduled.

• First reading and discussion of Policy CW (Local)
• Public input period
• Next steps discussion

Curriculum/Technology Committee Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Curriculum/Technology Committee is meeting to discuss and review a range of educational items, including STAAR scores, testing calendars, summer school plans, social/emotional learning lessons, after-school tutorials, the 2024-2025 school calendar, technology device ratios, and Career and Technical Education (CTE) program updates. The meeting includes a public input period. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• STAAR scores review
• Testing calendar: benchmark, six weeks, STAAR/EOC dates
• Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA)
• Summer school locations, dates, times
• CTE programs at middle and high schools

Regular Board Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing and presentation on the 2022-2023 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR), plus a financial report. The board will also vote on a consent agenda that includes approving over $2 million in construction and engineering payments, a $1.94 million budget amendment, and several contracts and purchases. A closed session is scheduled for grievances, personnel matters, legal issues, and real estate.

• Public hearing and presentation on 2022-2023 TAPR annual report
• Approval of $2,045,152.23 in construction/engineering payments
• Budget Amendment #018 for $1,944,744.00 in local funds
• Award RFP #24-114 for cold storage freezer to Arnold Refrigeration Inc.
• Approve 2024-2025 academic calendar (Option A)

The provided document contains only administrative system notifications and a meeting title. There are no records of motions, votes, or decisions made during the March 6, 2024, meeting.

School Consolidation Meeting

The Brownsville ISD board is holding a meeting focused solely on a school consolidation presentation. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda; the item is for discussion and information only.

• School consolidation presentation

School Consolidation Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Brownsville Independent School District focused solely on a school consolidation presentation. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda; it appears to be an informational session for the public and board.

• School Consolidation Presentation

School Consolidation Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Brownsville Independent School District focused solely on a school consolidation presentation. The agenda contains only this single item, with no other business listed.

• School consolidation presentation

Board of Trustees Workshop

This is a Board of Trustees workshop meeting with the sole agenda item being team building between the board and the interim superintendent. No decisions or policy items are listed; the agenda is procedural and contains no substantive business.

• Board of Trustees/Interim Superintendent team building session

Facilities Committee Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Facilities Committee is meeting to review a presentation on the Consolidation Plan of Action, which involves closing schools. Public input will be taken on the items discussed, and next steps will be determined.

• Presentation of the Consolidation Plan of Action (PPT on Closing Schools REV 2.20.24 Amendment)
• Public input regarding items reviewed and discussed
• Discussion of next steps

Special Called Board Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special called meeting to discuss and potentially take action on selecting candidates to interview for the Superintendent position and naming a lone finalist. The board will enter a closed executive session for these discussions before reconvening for possible action. Public comment is limited to agenda items, with a 30-minute allotment and 5-minute speaker limit.

• Closed session under Texas Government Code Sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074, 551.082, 551.084
• Discussion on selection of potential candidates to interview for Superintendent
• Discussion to name lone finalist for Superintendent
• Possible board action on superintendent candidate selection and finalist naming

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and a placeholder for the meeting minutes.

Regular Board Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on February 6, 2024, to consider routine items including approval of minutes, consent agenda, and various financial and operational matters. Key actions include accepting grants, approving construction payments totaling $2,206,543.94, and entering into contracts for services and elections.

• Accept $176,470 P-TECH Success Grant for Pace & Veterans ECHS
• Approve $2,206,543.94 in construction/engineering payments
• Approve $500,000 budget amendment from local funds
• Contract with Cameron County Elections for May 4, 2024 election (est. $106,370)
• Approve LED lighting upgrades at Burns, Egly & Perez Elementary

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.

Budget Committee Workshop

The Brownsville ISD Budget Committee is holding a workshop to discuss the school district budget, including compensatory education and priority school funding, ESSER funds, a staffing study, district efficiencies, educational replacement schedules, facilities and maintenance challenges, and a district bonds report. Public comment is scheduled, followed by next steps and adjournment.

• Budget, Comp. Ed. and Priority School Funding, and ESSER Funds
• Staffing Study
• District Efficiencies
• Educational Replacement Schedule
• District Bonds Report

Policy Committee Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Policy Committee is meeting to review several policy items, including first readings of TASB Policy Updates 121 and 122, a resolution to employ or accept volunteer chaplains, and local policies on playground recess and intra-district transfers. The meeting also includes public input and next steps. No final decisions are being made at this meeting; items are at the first reading stage.

• First Reading: TASB Policy Update 121, Legal and Local Policies
• First Reading: TASB Policy Update 122, Legal and Local Policies
• Resolution of the Board to Employ or Accept as Volunteer Chaplains
• First Reading: FFA Local Policy (Playground Recess)
• First Reading: FDB Local Policy (Intra-district Transfers)

Rescheduled Regular Board Meeting

The Brownsville ISD Board of Trustees is meeting to approve consent agenda items including a $1.6 million chiller system purchase at Pullam Elementary, budget amendments totaling nearly $12.9 million, and several contracts and grants. The board will also enter closed session for grievances, personnel matters, and legal consultation.

• Purchase of chiller systems at Pullam Elementary for ~$1,600,000 from Unassigned Fund Balance
• Budget Amendment #015: $6,400,912 for Local Funds (Unassigned Fund Balance)
• Budget Amendment #016: $6,486,234 for Debt Services (Additional Funding)
• Payments for construction/engineering services totaling $433,289.20
• Trustee Special Election set for May 4, 2024; interim superintendent appointed as election agent

The provided document is a landing page for the January 23, 2024, Rescheduled Regular Board Meeting. It contains no record of motions, votes, or substantive decisions.

New Board Member Orientation

This is a procedural meeting for new Brownsville ISD board members to receive local district training orientation. No decisions or substantive discussions are on the agenda.

• New Board Member Local District Training Orientation

Community Town-Hall Meeting

This is a community town-hall meeting where the Brownsville ISD board is discussing the superintendent search. The agenda contains only this single item, with no attached documents or further details provided.

• Superintendent search discussion

Community Town-Hall Meeting

This is a community town-hall meeting where the Brownsville ISD board is discussing the superintendent search. The agenda contains only this single item, with no other business listed.

• Superintendent search discussion

Community Town-Hall Meeting

This is a community town-hall meeting where the Brownsville ISD board is discussing the superintendent search. The agenda contains only this single item, with no other business listed.

• Superintendent search discussion