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Bells ISDTX averageUS Census ACS
Population
4,112
Per-capita income
$38,347
Median home value
$241,200
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School district

School district statistics (NCES Common Core of Data; proficiency = EDFacts state-assessment range midpoints)
Enrollment986 students (2023)
Per-pupil spending$10,796 (FY2020)
Schools3 · 81 teachers (FTE) (2023)
Total revenue$12.7M (FY2020)
Reading proficiency56% (est. 2018)
Math proficiency64% (est. 2018)
Free/reduced lunch38% (2018)

Recent meetings

Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 6:00PM

Workshop

Bells ISD workshop on student outcome evaluation with Region 10

The Bells ISD Board of Trustees is holding a workshop on August 25, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The main item is a strategic planning and balanced scorecard session led by Nichole Bentley from Region 10 ESC, focusing on evaluating individual student outcomes. The agenda also includes routine procedural items such as call to order, pledge, invocation, and public comments.

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Bells High School Fieldhouse Media Room 1500 Ole Ambrose Rd. Bells, Texas 75414
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August 25, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Workshop Agenda Agenda I. PROCEDURAL   I.A. Call to Order/Quorum I.B. Pledge of Allegiance I.C. Invocation I.D. Communication - Public Comments   II. TEAM OF 8:  Strategic Planning and Balanced Scorecard:  Evaluating Individual Student Outcomes with Nichole Bentley, Region 10 ESC Authorized Provider III. ADJOURNMENT Web Viewer << Back to the Public Page for Bells ISD support@boardbook.org 888.587.2665 Copyright © 2015-2026. Sparq Data Solutions Inc. - All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions of Use
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 5:00PM

Special Meeting

Bells ISD board to vote on 2026-27 budget and tax rate

The Bells ISD Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to discuss and take action on the proposed 2026-2027 budget and tax rate, following a public hearing on both items. The board will also consider a final budget amendment for the 2025-2026 fiscal year and may enter closed session to discuss personnel matters.

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Bells High School Fieldhouse Media Room 1500 Ole Ambrose Rd. Bells, Texas 75414
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August 25, 2026 at 5:00 PM - Special Meeting Agenda Agenda I. PROCEDURAL   I.A. Call to Order/Quorum I.B. Pledge of Allegiance I.C. Invocation I.D. Communication - Public Comments II. Public Hearing to Discuss II.A. 2026-2027 Proposed Budget II.B. 2026-2027 Proposed Tax Rate III. Consensus Agenda III.A. Discussion/Action on Minutes from August 10, 2026 Regular Meeting III.B. Discussion/Action on Donations IV. ACTION ITEMS IV.A. Discussion / Action on the 2026-2027 Budget IV.B. Discussion / Action on 2026-2027 Tax Rate IV.C. Discussion / Action on Final Budget Amendment for 2025-2026 IV.D. Discussion/Action on Personnel.   The Board may meet in closed session as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 6:30PM

Regular Meeting

Bells ISD board to set proposed tax rate for 2026-2027

The Bells ISD board will discuss and vote on the proposed tax rate for the 2026-2027 school year. They will also consider the 2026-27 Multi-Hazard Emergency Operations Basic Plan and personnel matters, which may include a closed session. The meeting includes routine items such as approving minutes, accepting donations, and financial reports.

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Bells High School Fieldhouse Media Room 1500 Ole Ambrose Rd. Bells, Texas 75414
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August 10, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting Agenda Agenda I. PROCEDURAL I.A. Call to Order/Quorum I.B. Pledge of Allegiance I.C. Invocation I.D. Honoring:  Panther Spotlights - New Employees I.E. Communication-Public Comments  II. Consensus Agenda -  All item(s) on the Consensus Agenda are considered to be routine and will be enacted with one motion and a majority vote of the governing body. There will not be a separate discussion of these item(s) unless a member of the governing body or a citizen requests, in which event these item (s) will be removed from the order of business and considered in normal sequence on the regular agenda. II.A. Discussion/Action to approve minutes of the regular board meeting on July 27, 2026. II.B. Discussion/Action to accept donations. II.C. Discussion/Action on Financial Report III. ACTION ITEMS III.A. Discussion/Action Proposed Tax Rate for 2 …
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skip to main content BoardBook Menu Bar Help Check Your Device's Compatibility Nightly Maintenance Window: Midnight to 5 AM Central Time Loading Help... Home Custom Minutes for August 10, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting August 10, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting Version 1 8-10-26 Signed Minutes << Back to the Public Page for Bells 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 Jul 27, 2026 · 6:30PM

Regular Meeting

Bells ISD board to vote on compensation plan and fieldhouse renovation

The Bells ISD board will meet July 27, 2026 to act on routine items like approving minutes and donations, discuss the 2026-27 compensation plan, and hold a public hearing on the 2026-27 budget and tax rate. The board will also review administrator reports and financial updates.

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Bells High School Fieldhouse Media Room 1500 Ole Ambrose Rd. Bells, Texas 75414
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July 27, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting Agenda Agenda I. PROCEDURAL I.A. Call to Order/Quorum I.B. Pledge of Allegiance I.C. Invocation I.D. Honoring:  Panther Spotlights and Unsung Hero I.E. Communication-Public Comments  II. Consensus Agenda -  All item(s) on the Consensus Agenda are considered to be routine and will be enacted with one motion and a majority vote of the governing body. There will not be a separate discussion of these item(s) unless a member of the governing body or a citizen requests, in which event these item (s) will be removed from the order of business and considered in normal sequence on the regular agenda. II.A. Discussion/Action to approve minutes of the regular board meeting on June 8, 2026 II.B. Discussion/Action to accept donations. II.C. Discussion/Action on Financial Report II.D. Discussion/Action on Appraisal Calendar II.E. Discussion/Action on Lis …
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Custom Minutes for July 27, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting July 27, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting Version 1 7-27-26 Signed Minutes << Back to the Public Page for Bells 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 Jun 8, 2026 · 6:30PM

Regular Meeting

Bells ISD board to vote on policy update and compliance certification

The Bells Independent School District board will hold its regular meeting on June 8, 2026, to conduct routine business including approving past meeting minutes, accepting donations, and reviewing financial reports. The board will also discuss policy updates, compliance with state education laws, virtual school offerings, and personnel matters.

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Bells High School Fieldhouse Media Room 1500 Ole Ambrose Rd. Bells, Texas 75414
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June 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting Agenda Agenda I. PROCEDURAL I.A. Call to Order/Quorum I.B. Pledge of Allegiance I.C. Invocation I.D. Honoring:  Panther Spotlights and Unsung Hero I.E. Communication-Public Comments  I.F. Swearing in of Board Members II. Consensus Agenda -  All item(s) on the Consensus Agenda are considered to be routine and will be enacted with one motion and a majority vote of the governing body. There will not be a separate discussion of these item(s) unless a member of the governing body or a citizen requests, in which event these item (s) will be removed from the order of business and considered in normal sequence on the regular agenda. II.A. Discussion/Action to approve minutes of the regular board meeting on May 11, 2026. II.B. Discussion/Action to accept donations. II.C. Discussion/Action on Financial Report III. ACTION ITEMS …
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Custom Minutes for June 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting June 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting Version 1 6-8-26 Signed Minutes << Back to the Public Page for Bells 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 May 11, 2026 · 6:30PM

Regular Meeting

Bells ISD to discuss safety audits and campus facility improvements

The Board of Trustees will meet to consider action on a safety and security audit survey and several campus maintenance projects. The meeting includes the swearing in of board members and a reorganization of the board.

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May 11, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting Agenda Agenda I. PROCEDURAL I.A. Call to Order/Quorum I.B. Pledge of Allegiance I.C. Invocation I.D. Honoring:  Panther Spotlights and Unsung Hero I.E. Communication-Public Comments  I.F. Swearing in of Board Members I.G. Reorganization of the Board II. Consensus Agenda -  All item(s) on the Consensus Agenda are considered to be routine and will be enacted with one motion and a majority vote of the governing body. There will not be a separate discussion of these item(s) unless a member of the governing body or a citizen requests, in which event these item (s) will be removed from the order of business and considered in normal sequence on the regular agenda. II.A. Discussion/Action to approve minutes of the regular board meeting on April 13, 2026. II.B. Discussion/Action to accept donations. II.C. Discussion/Action on Financial Report …
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Custom Minutes for May 11, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting May 11, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting Version 1 5-11-26 Signed Minutes << Back to the Public Page for Bells 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 13, 2026 · 6:30PM

Regular Meeting

Bells ISD board to vote on facility upgrades and new buses at April meeting

The Bells ISD board will hold its regular meeting on April 13, 2026, to approve routine items such as minutes and donations, review financial reports, and vote on several facility and equipment purchases including new buses, wall tile, security fencing, and a fieldhouse renovation. The board will also discuss policy revisions and personnel matters.

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✓ Decided: No substantive decisions recorded for April 13, 2026 meeting

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Bells High School Fieldhouse Media Room 1500 Ole Ambrose Rd. Bells, Texas 75414
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April 13, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting Agenda Agenda I. PROCEDURAL I.A. Call to Order/Quorum I.B. Pledge of Allegiance I.C. Invocation I.D. Honoring:  Panther Spotlights and Unsung Hero I.E. Communication-Public Comments  II. Consensus Agenda -  All item(s) on the Consensus Agenda are considered to be routine and will be enacted with one motion and a majority vote of the governing body. There will not be a separate discussion of these item(s) unless a member of the governing body or a citizen requests, in which event these item (s) will be removed from the order of business and considered in normal sequence on the regular agenda. II.A. Discussion/Action to approve minutes of the regular board meeting on March 9, 2026. II.B. Discussion/Action to accept donations. II.C. Discussion/Action on Financial Report II.D. Staff Development Waiver III. ACTION ITEMS …
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Custom Minutes for April 13, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting April 13, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting Version 1 4-13-26 Signed Minutes << Back to the Public Page for Bells 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 Mar 9, 2026 · 6:30PM

Regular Meeting

Bells ISD to cancel May 2 Board of Trustees election due to unopposed candidates

The Board of Trustees will consider canceling the May 2, 2026 election because candidates are unopposed. The board will also discuss personnel contracts for the 2026-2027 school year and an interlocal agreement for a disciplinary education program.

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Bells High School Fieldhouse Media Room 1500 Ole Ambrose Rd. Bells, Texas 75414
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March 9, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting Agenda Agenda I. PROCEDURAL I.A. Call to Order/Quorum I.B. Pledge of Allegiance I.C. Invocation I.D. Honoring:  Panther Spotlights and Unsung Hero I.E. Communication-Public Comments  I.F. Public Notice: Intruder Detection Audit findings at BES II. Consensus Agenda -  All item(s) on the Consensus Agenda are considered to be routine and will be enacted with one motion and a majority vote of the governing body. There will not be a separate discussion of these item(s) unless a member of the governing body or a citizen requests, in which event these item (s) will be removed from the order of business and considered in normal sequence on the regular agenda. II.A. Discussion/Action to approve minutes of the regular board meeting on February 9, 2026. II.B. Discussion/Action to accept donations. II.C. Discussion/Action on Financial Report II.D. TEKS …
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Custom Minutes for March 9, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting March 9, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting Version 1 3-9-26 Signed Minutes << Back to the Public Page for Bells 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 Feb 9, 2026 · 6:30PM

Regular Meeting

✓ Decided: No substantive decisions recorded for February 9, 2026 meeting

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

Bells High School Fieldhouse Media Room 1500 Ole Ambrose Rd. Bells, Texas 75414
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February 9, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting Agenda Agenda I. PROCEDURAL I.A. Call to Order/Quorum I.B. Pledge of Allegiance I.C. Invocation I.D. National Board Pinning Ceremony - Tiffany Cordell & Jamie Parsons I.E. Communication-Public Comments  II. Consensus Agenda -  All item(s) on the Consensus Agenda are considered to be routine and will be enacted with one motion and a majority vote of the governing body. There will not be a separate discussion of these item(s) unless a member of the governing body or a citizen requests, in which event these item (s) will be removed from the order of business and considered in normal sequence on the regular agenda. II.A. Discussion/Action to approve minutes of the regular board meeting on January 12, 2026. II.B. Discussion/Action to accept donations. II.C. Discussion/Action on Financial Report II.D. Resolution of the Board regarding wage payments during Emergency School Closings …
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Custom Minutes for February 9, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting February 9, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting Version 1 2-9-26 Signed Minutes << Back to the Public Page for Bells 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 Jan 12, 2026 · 6:30PM

Regular Meeting

Bells ISD board to vote on budget, calendar, and superintendent contract

The Bells ISD board will meet on January 12, 2026, to discuss and vote on routine items including the 2026-2027 school calendar, a budget amendment, and final payments for a 2023 bond construction project. The board will also evaluate the superintendent’s contract and salary package in an executive session.

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Bells High School Fieldhouse Media Room 1500 Ole Ambrose Rd. Bells, Texas 75414
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January 12, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting Agenda Agenda I. PROCEDURAL I.A. Call to Order/Quorum I.B. Pledge of Allegiance I.C. Invocation I.D. Honoring:  Panther Spotlights and Unsung Hero I.E. Communication-Public Comments  I.F. Report - Construction update (WRA / Gallagher) I.G. PUBLIC MEETING - Dr. Heather Bortz will present the 2024-2025 TAPR Report I.H. PUBLIC MEETING - Marilyn Steger will present the 2024-2025 FIRST Rating Report II. Consensus Agenda -  All item(s) on the Consensus Agenda are considered to be routine and will be enacted with one motion and a majority vote of the governing body. There will not be a separate discussion of these item(s) unless a member of the governing body or a citizen requests, in which event these item (s) will be removed from the order of business and considered in normal sequence on the regular agenda. II.A. Discussion/Action to approve minutes of the regular board meeting on Decemb …
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Custom Minutes for January 12, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting January 12, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting Version 1 1-12-26 Signed Minutes << Back to the Public Page for Bells ISD support@boardbook.org 888.587.2665 Copyright © 2015-2026. Sparq Data Solutions Inc. - All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions of Use

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