Kaufman Independent School District, TX
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- Budget & taxes
- Contracts & procurement
- Resolutions & ordinances
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Kaufman Independent School DistrictTX averageUS Census ACS
School district
School district statistics (NCES Common Core of Data; proficiency = EDFacts state-assessment range midpoints)
Enrollment4,378 students (2023)
Per-pupil spending$10,200 (FY2020)
Schools7 · 290 teachers (FTE) (2023)
Total revenue$52.0M (FY2020)
Reading proficiency39% (est. 2018)
Math proficiency49% (est. 2018)
Free/reduced lunch71% (2018)
Recent meetings
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 5:00PM
Special Meeting
KISD board to adopt 2026-27 budget and set tax rate
The Kaufman ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss and take action on the 2026-2027 budget and the proposed tax rate. The agenda includes a public hearing on the budget and tax rate, followed by votes on the final amendment to the 2025-2026 budget, the new budget, the tax rate ordinance, and the tax levy. Several consent agenda items are also scheduled, including an adult meal price increase and insurance renewal.
- Public hearing on 2026-2027 budget and proposed tax rate
- Consider and approve final amendment to 2025-2026 KISD budget
- Consider and approve 2026-2027 KISD budget
- Consider and adopt 2026 tax rate and ordinance
- Consider and approve 2026 tax levy and summary of certified tax roll
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Kathy Covington Administration Building 1000 South Houston Street Kaufman, Texas 75142
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August 24, 2026 at 5:00 PM - Special Meeting
Agenda
Agenda
1. Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum
2. Adjourn to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code Sections: §551.074 - Personnel Matters; 551.072 - Real Property Deliberations; and 551.076 - Safety and Security.
3. Reconvene into Open Session (Drew Peterson)
4. Opening Activities (Drew Peterson)
4.A. Prayer and Pledges (Christine Borders)
4.B. Recognition of School Officials and Visitors (Drew Peterson)
5. Public Comments (Drew Peterson)
Description:
All persons who address the board at this time must complete a registration form before the meeting begins. The correct procedure for addressing the Board during Public Comments is as follows: Each speaker should address the Board from the podium microphone and state his or her name before speaking. All speakers will be limited to five minutes to make comments unless modified by the Board president based on Board Policy BED (LOCAL). Copies of presentations should be made available to all trustees and the Superintendent.
6. PUBLIC HEARING …
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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 5:00PM
Regular Meeting
Kaufman ISD board to vote on adult meal price increase and code of conduct
The Kaufman Independent School District board will meet on August 3, 2026, to discuss routine business items, approve the 2026-2027 Code of Conduct, and vote on an adult meal price increase. The board will also receive updates on the 2024 bond, STAAR changes, and wellness plans, along with standard reports on safety, finance, and personnel.
- Approve 2026-2027 KISD Code of Conduct
- Vote on adult meal price increase
- Renew TASB RMF insurance coverage
- Approve 2026 KISD Wellness Plan
- Certify compliance with Texas Education Code 39.008
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Kathy Covington Administration Building 1000 South Houston Street Kaufman, Texas 75142
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August 3, 2026 at 5:00 PM - Regular Meeting
Agenda
Agenda
1. Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum
2. Adjourn to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code Sections: §551.074 - Personnel Matters; 551.072 - Real Property Deliberations; and 551.076 - Safety and Security.
3. Reconvene into Open Session (Drew Peterson)
4. Opening Activities (Drew Peterson)
4.A. Prayer and Pledges (Drew Peterson)
4.B. Recognition of School Officials and Visitors (Drew Peterson)
5. District Celebrations: Lions Roar (Dr. Joshua Garcia)
5.A. Introduction of new administrative staff (Erica Lawless)
Attachments:
( 1 )
HR - Introductions August 2026 (1)
7/27/2026 at 8:13 AM
5.B. Recognition of Mr. Joe Villalpando's 20 years of service with SSC (Grant Miller)
Attachments:
( 1 )
Presentation - SSC Service Award and Recognition
7/27/2026 at 4:32 PM
6. Public Comments (Drew Peterson) …
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Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 5:00PM
Team of Eight
Kaufman ISD to consider 2026-2027 compensation plan and bus purchases
The board will discuss the 2026-2027 Compensation Plan and the purchase of up to 10 buses. The meeting also includes updates on demographics and 2024 bond capacity.
- Approval of the 2026-2027 Compensation Plan
- Purchase of up to 10 buses at auction, not to exceed $750 thousand
- Zonda Demographic Report presentation
- 2024 Bond and Bond Capacity update
- Approval of a Delegate and Alternate to the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) Delegate Assembly
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Kathy Covington Administration Building 1000 South Houston Street Kaufman, Texas 75142
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July 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM - Team of Eight
Agenda
Agenda
1. Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum
2. Opening Activities (Drew Peterson)
2.A. Prayer and Pledges (John Zaby)
3. Public Comments (Drew Peterson)
Description:
All persons who address the board at this time must complete a registration form before the meeting begins. The correct procedure for addressing the Board during Public Comments is as follows: Each speaker should address the Board from the podium microphone and state his or her name before speaking. All speakers will be limited to five minutes to make comments unless modified by the Board president based on Board Policy BED (LOCAL). Copies of presentations should be made available to all trustees and the Superintendent.
4. Instructional Focus/Presentations
4.A. Demographic Update (Grant Miller)
Attachments:
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Presentation - Zonda Demographic Report - Abstract
7/15/2026 at 4:43 PM
Presentation - Zonda Demographic Report
7/15/2026 at 4:43 PM
4.B. 2024 Bond Update and Bond Capaci …
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Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 5:00PM
Regular Meeting
Board to approve school kitchen upgrades and multiple contracts
The Kaufman ISD board will hold its regular June meeting to conduct routine business, including approving school kitchen equipment purchases, renewing custodial services, and adopting policy updates. The board will also hear end-of-year reports from Kaufman High School covering academics, athletics, and fine arts.
- Approve purchase of serving lines for Kaufman High School kitchen
- Renew custodial services contract
- Adopt 2026-2027 Employee Handbook
- Approve Mesquite Regional Day School Program for the Deaf shared services agreement
- Approve 2026-2027 Parent and Family Engagement Policy
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✓ Decided: No substantive decisions recorded in June 8, 2026 meeting minutes
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Kathy Covington Administration Building 1000 South Houston Street Kaufman, Texas 75142
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June 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM - Regular Meeting
Agenda
Agenda
1. Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum
2. Ceremony for Administering the Statement of Officer and the Oath of Office and Acknowledgment of Board Officers
Attachments:
( 2 )
Statement of Officer (2)
6/2/2026 at 10:33 AM
Oath of Office
6/2/2026 at 10:34 AM
3. Adjourn to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code Sections: §551.074 - Personnel Matters; 551.072 - Real Property Deliberations; and 551.076 - Safety and Security.
4. Reconvene into Open Session (Drew Peterson)
5. Organization of the Board
5.A. Election of Officers
6. Opening Activities (Drew Peterson)
6.A. Prayer and Pledges (Elizabeth O'Donnell)
6.B. Recognition of School Officials and Visitors (Drew Peterson)
7. District Celebrations: Lions Roar (Dr. Joshua Garcia)
7.A. Positive Athlete Award Winner: Coach Chris Br …
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Custom Minutes for June 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM - Regular Meeting
June 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM - Regular Meeting
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Wed May 13, 2026 · 7:30AM
Special Meeting
School board to certify May 2 election results
The Kaufman ISD board will hold a special meeting to certify the official results of the May 2, 2026 board of trustees election. The agenda lists only procedural items and no substantive decisions are scheduled.
- Consider Board approval for the canvass and results of the Saturday, May 2nd, 2026, Kaufman Independent School District Board of Trustees Election
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Kathy Covington Administration Building 1000 South Houston Street Kaufman, Texas 75142
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May 13, 2026 at 7:30 AM - Special Meeting
Agenda
Agenda
1. Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum
2. ACTION ITEMS
2.A. Consider Board approval for the canvass and results of the Saturday, May 2nd, 2026, Kaufman Independent School District Board of Trustees Election.
Attachments:
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Board Abstract
5/7/2026 at 1:51 PM
PRECINCT BY PRECINCT
5/12/2026 at 9:25 AM
SUMMARY REPORT
5/12/2026 at 9:25 AM
3. Adjournment
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May 13, 2026 at 7:30 AM - Special Meeting
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Mon May 11, 2026 · 5:00PM
Regular Meeting
Board to consider funding for Helen Edwards Early Childhood Center project
The Kaufman Independent School District Board will discuss budget updates and consider approving the Guaranteed Maximum Price for the Helen Edwards Early Childhood Center project. The meeting also includes reviews of the 2026-2027 dress code and staffing requests.
- Approval of Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) for the Helen Edwards Early Childhood Center project
- Preliminary budget update and discussions
- Approval of additional staffing requests
- Review of the 2026-2027 Kaufman ISD Dress Code
- Approval of the 2026 Public Information Request Calendar
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Kathy Covington Administration Building 1000 South Houston Street Kaufman, Texas 75142
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May 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM - Regular Meeting
Agenda
Agenda
1. Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum
2. Adjourn to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code Sections: §551.074 - Personnel Matters; 551.072 - Real Property Deliberations; and 551.076 - Safety and Security.
3. Reconvene into Open Session (Drew Peterson)
4. Opening Activities (Drew Peterson)
4.A. Prayer and Pledges (Lindsey Abell)
4.B. Recognition of School Officials and Visitors (Drew Peterson)
5. District Celebrations: Lion's Roar (Dr. Joshua Garcia)
5.A. School Board Student of the Month (Jenny Henricks)
5.B. Student Ambassadors (Hope Campbell)
6. Public Comments (Drew Peterson)
Description:
All persons who address the board at this time must complete a registration form before the meeting begins. The correct procedure for addressing the Board during Public Comments is as follows: Each speaker should address the Board from the podium microphone and state his or her name before speaking. …
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May 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM - Regular Meeting
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Mon Apr 13, 2026 · 5:00PM
Regular Meeting
Kaufman ISD to consider special education staffing and bus seat belt requirements
The Board of Trustees will review updates on 2024 bond projects for Kaufman Middle School and the Helen Edwards Early Learning Center. The board is deciding on additional staffing for special education and actions regarding three-point seat belts on school buses.
- Approval of additional staffing FTEs for the Special Education program
- Action related to SB 546 regarding three-point seat belts on school buses
- Termination of probationary teacher contracts at the end of contract terms
- Renewal of 2026-2027 Professional Personnel Contracts
- Renewal of Foodservice Management Contract
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✓ Decided: No substantive decisions recorded for April 13, 2026 meeting
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Kathy Covington Administration Building 1000 South Houston Street Kaufman, Texas 75142
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April 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM - Regular Meeting
Agenda
Agenda
1. Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum
2. Adjourn to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code Sections: §551.074 - Personnel Matters; 551.072 - Real Property Deliberations; and 551.076 - Safety and Security.
3. Reconvene into Open Session (Drew Peterson)
4. Opening Activities (Drew Peterson)
4.A. Prayer and Pledges (Byron Gregg)
4.B. Recognition of School Officials and Visitors (Drew Peterson)
5. Public Comments (Drew Peterson)
Description:
All persons who address the board at this time must complete a registration form before the meeting begins. The correct procedure for addressing the Board during Public Comments is as follows: Each speaker should address the Board from the podium microphone and state his or her name before speaking. All speakers will be limited to five minutes to make comments unless modified by the Board president based on Board Policy BED (LOCAL). Copies of presentations should be made available to all trustees and the Superintendent.
6. District Celebrations …
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April 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM - Regular Meeting
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Mon Mar 9, 2026 · 5:00PM
Regular Meeting
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Kathy Covington Administration Building 1000 South Houston Street Kaufman, Texas 75142
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March 9, 2026 at 5:00 PM - Regular Meeting
Agenda
Agenda
1. Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum
2. Adjourn to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code Sections: §551.074 - Personnel Matters; 551.072 - Real Property Deliberations; and 551.076 - Safety and Security.
3. Reconvene into Open Session (Drew Peterson)
4. Opening Activities (Drew Peterson)
4.A. Prayer and Pledges (Christine Borders)
4.B. Recognition of School Officials and Visitors (Drew Peterson)
5. District Celebrations: Lion's Roar (Dr. Joshua Garcia)
5.A. Helen Edwards Early Childhood Center (Crissy Burley, Principal)
5.B. School Board Student of the Month (Jenny Henricks)
6. Public Comments (Drew Peterson)
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March 9, 2026 at 5:00 PM - Regular Meeting
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Mon Feb 9, 2026 · 5:00PM
Regular Meeting
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Kathy Covington Administration Building 1000 South Houston Street Kaufman, Texas 75142
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February 9, 2026 at 5:00 PM - Regular Meeting
Agenda
Agenda
1. Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum
2. Adjourn to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code Sections: §551.074 - Personnel Matters; 551.072 - Real Property Deliberations; and 551.076 - Safety and Security.
3. Reconvene into Open Session (Drew Peterson)
4. Opening Activities (Drew Peterson)
4.A. Prayer and Pledges (Drew Peterson)
4.B. Recognition of School Officials and Visitors (Drew Peterson)
5. District Celebrations: Lion's Roar (Dr. Joshua Garcia)
5.A. Lion's Roar: J.W. Monday Elementary (Miranda Jungman)
5.B. School Board Student of the Month (Jenny Henricks)
5.C. 2025 "Mary Edith Ashworth Educators of the Year" (Jenny Henricks)
Attachments:
( 1 )
2026 TOY Presentation
2/3/2026 at 1:42 PM
6. Public Comments (Drew Peterson)
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All persons who address the board …
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February 9, 2026 at 5:00 PM - Regular Meeting
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Mon Jan 12, 2026 · 5:00PM
Regular Meeting
Kaufman ISD to review external audit and facility updates
The Board of Trustees will consider the 2024-2025 external audit report and a policy update. The meeting includes progress reports on the Helen Edwards Early Childhood Center addition and agricultural facilities at Kaufman Middle School and KHS.
- Consideration and approval of the 2024-2025 KISD External Audit Report
- Update on the Helen Edwards Early Childhood Center addition (2024 KISD Bond)
- Update on Kaufman Middle School and KHS Agricultural Facility by Pogue Construction
- Consideration and approval of Update 126 policy changes
- Approval of the Board of Trustees 2026 Yearly Calendar
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Kathy Covington Administration Building 1000 South Houston Street Kaufman, Texas 75142
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January 12, 2026 at 5:00 PM - Regular Meeting
Agenda
Agenda
1. Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum
2. Adjourn to closed session pursuant to Texas Government Code Sections: §551.074 - Personnel Matters; 551.072 - Real Property Deliberations; and 551.076 - Safety and Security.
3. Reconvene into Open Session (Drew Peterson)
4. Opening Activities (Drew Peterson)
4.A. Prayer and Pledges (Casey Townsend)
4.B. Recognition of School Officials and Visitors (Drew Peterson)
5. District Celebrations: Lion's Roar (Dr. Joshua Garcia)
5.A. School Board Student of the Month (Jenny Henricks)
5.B. Lion's Roar: O.P. Norman Jr. High School (Maegan McNeely)
5.C. District Introductions (Dr. Jeff Roberts)
Attachments:
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HR - Introductions (January 2026)
12/17/2025 at 11:20 AM
5.D. National Board Certification Recognition (Amy Keith)
5.E. School …
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January 12, 2026 at 5:00 PM - Regular Meeting
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Minutes - January 12, 2026 Signed
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