Big Sandy ISD - Polk County, TX
Recent Big Sandy ISD - Polk County public meeting topics include contracts & procurement, budget & taxes, resolutions & ordinances.
Topics found in recent meetings
- Contracts & procurement
- Budget & taxes
- Resolutions & ordinances
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Big Sandy ISD - Polk CountyTX averageUS Census ACS
School district
School district statistics (NCES Common Core of Data; proficiency = EDFacts state-assessment range midpoints)
Enrollment673 students (2023)
Per-pupil spending$11,824 (FY2020)
Schools3 · 62 teachers (FTE) (2023)
Total revenue$9.8M (FY2020)
Reading proficiency46% (est. 2018)
Math proficiency47% (est. 2018)
Free/reduced lunch66% (2018)
Recent meetings
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 6:30PM
Regular Meeting
Big Sandy ISD board to set tax rate, approve 2026-27 budget
The Big Sandy ISD Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2026-2027 budget and tax rates, then consider approving the budget, tax ordinance, and several contracts. The board will also act on budget amendments, the Polk County Appraisal Roll, and various policies and reports. An executive session is scheduled for legal, personnel, and other matters.
- Public hearing on proposed 2026-2027 budget and M&O/I&S tax rates
- Approve 2026-2027 budget and ordinance setting tax rate
- Approve contract for Polk County Election Services
- Approve DAEP contract with Corrigan ISD
- Approve bus certification contract
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Board Room of the Big Sandy Independent School District 9180 FM 1276 Livingston, TX 77332
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August 17, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting
Agenda
Agenda
1. Call to Order
1.a. Declaration of quorum
1.b. Prayer
2. Public Comments on Posted Agenda Items
3. Public Hearing on the proposed 2026-2027 Budget and Tax Rates.
Proposed Budget
Proposed M&O Rate
Proposed I&S Rate
4. Information/Discussion Items
Safety & Security Committee Information
5. Consideration and Board action, if any, to approve the minutes of previous meeting
6. Review expenditures for previous month
7. Principal's Report
7.a. Enrollment
7.b. Attendance
7.c. Activities
7.d. Academics
8. Superintendent's Report
8.a. Facilities
8.b. Finance
8.c. Personnel …
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 6:30PM
Regular Meeting
Big Sandy ISD board to vote on safety audit, staff realignment, and extracurriculars
The Big Sandy ISD Board of Trustees will meet July 20, 2026 to discuss and vote on several items, including approval of a safety and security audit, trustee realignment, and recognition of 4-H as an extracurricular activity. The board will also consider personnel actions such as accepting resignations and approving contracts.
- Approve Safety and Security Audit
- Approve Board of Trustee realignment
- Approve 4-H as a recognized extracurricular activity
- Approve Student Code of Conduct
- Approve Guardian Program/Safe School Staff
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Board Room of the Big Sandy Independent School District 9180 FM 1276 Livingston, TX 77332
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July 20, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting
Agenda
Agenda
1. Call to Order
1.a. Declaration of quorum
1.b. Prayer
2. Public Comments on Posted Agenda Items
3. Information/Discussion Item(s)
A. District Safety & Security Comm
B. Audit Report
C. ESSA
D. Student Handbook
4. Consideration and Board action to approve Board of Trustee resignations.
5. Consideration and Board action to fill vacant Board seats.
6. Consideration and Board action to approve Board of Trustee realignment.
7. Consideration and Board action, if any, to approve the minutes of previous meeting
8. Review expenditures for previous month
9. Principal's Report
9.a. Enrollment
9.b. Attendance
9.c. Activities
9.d. Academics
10. Superintende …
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Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 6:30PM
Regular Meeting
Board to vote on pay increases, land sale, and new contracts at June 8 meeting
The Big Sandy ISD Board of Trustees will meet June 8, 2026 to vote on multiple personnel and financial actions including teacher step increases, non-exempt staff pay raises, stipends, playground fencing, a land sale, and several contracts. The board will also consider approving resolutions related to Senate Bill 12 and TASB Update 127, and may take action on trustee resignations and vacant seats.
- Approve teacher step increases for 2026–2027
- Approve pay increase for non-exempt staff
- Approve 2026–2027 stipends
- Approve bid for Lots 243 & 244, Section 22, Big Thicket Lake Estates (Cause #T25-0039)
- Approve contract with Chase Network Services
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Board Room of the Big Sandy Independent School District 9180 FM 1276 Livingston, TX 77332
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June 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting
Agenda
Agenda
1. Call to Order
1.a. Declaration of quorum
1.b. Prayer
2. Public Comments on Posted Agenda Items
3. Information/Discussion Item(s)
Senate Bill 12
Safety Committee updates and planning
4. Consideration and Board action, if any, to approve the minutes of previous meeting
5. Review expenditures for previous month
6. Principal's Report
6.a. Enrollment
6.b. Attendance
6.c. Activities
6.d. Academics
7. Superintendent's Report
7.a. Transportation
7.b. Facilities
7.c. Finance
7.d. Personnel
7.e. Other …
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Mon May 11, 2026 · 6:30PM
Regular Meeting
Big Sandy ISD board to fill trustee vacancies and vote on safety, wellness, and facility projects
The Big Sandy ISD Board of Trustees will meet on May 11, 2026, to act on filling vacant trustee positions, approve safety and wellness policies, and vote on playground improvements and a contractor for the Old High School & Old Gym remodel. The board will also review expenditures, receive principal and superintendent reports, and hold an executive session before reconvening for open votes.
- Approve Lufkin Regional Day School for the Deaf SSA
- Approve Wellness Policy
- Approve Safe School Program
- Approve playground improvements
- Approve contractor for Old High School & Old Gym remodel project
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Board Room of the Big Sandy Independent School District 9180 FM 1276 Livingston, TX 77332
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May 11, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting
Agenda
Agenda
1. Call to Order
1.a. Declaration of quorum
1.b. Prayer
2. Consideration and Board action to accept the Board of Trustee resignations.
3. Consideration and Board action to fill the vacant Board of Trustee positions.
4. Public Comments on Posted Agenda Items
5. Information/Discussion Item(s)
Safety & Security Committee Meeting
Safety Updates, EOP, TEA Information
6. Consideration and Board action, if any, to approve the minutes of previous meeting
7. Review expenditures for previous month
8. Principal's Report
8.a. Enrollment
8.b. Attendance
8.c. Activities
8.d. Academics
9. Superintendent's Report
9.a. Transportation …
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Tue Apr 21, 2026 · 7:00AM
Special Called Meeting
Board to consider trustee resignation and fill vacancy
The Big Sandy ISD Board of Trustees will meet to consider accepting a trustee's resignation. The board will also take action to fill the resulting vacant trustee position.
- Acceptance of Board of Trustee resignation
- Action to fill vacant Board of Trustee position
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Board Room of the Big Sandy Independent School District 9180 FM 1276 Livingston, TX 77332
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April 21, 2026 at 7:00 AM - Special Called Meeting
Agenda
Agenda
1. Call to Order
1.a. Declaration of quorum
1.b. Prayer
2. Public Comments on Posted Agenda Items
3. The Board of Trustees will conduct an Executive Session pursuant to the following provisions of Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et.seq.
4. Reconvene open meeting taking action on items from closed session as needed. Should any final action , final decision, or final vote be required in the opinion of the School Board with regards to any matter considered in such closed or executive session then the final action, final decision, or final vote shall be either:
i. In the open meeting covered by the Notice upon the reconvening of the public meeting; or
ii. At the subsequent public meeting of the School Board upon thereof; as the School Board shall determine.
5. Consideration and action to accept the Board of Trustee resignation.
6. Consideration and Board action to fill the vacant Board of Trustee position.
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Mon Apr 13, 2026 · 6:30PM
Regular Meeting
Board to vote on 2026-2027 hiring schedule and teacher contracts
The Big Sandy ISD Board of Trustees will meet April 13, 2026 to review monthly expenditures, principal and superintendent reports, and take formal votes on hiring schedules, budgets, and personnel actions. No specific dollar amounts or project details are listed in the agenda items.
- Approve 2026-2027 Hiring Schedule
- Approve Appraisal District Budget
- Approve superintendent-recommended teacher contracts for 2026-2027
- Consider accepting personnel resignations
- Grant superintendent authority for contractual personnel hiring for May–August
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Board Room of the Big Sandy Independent School District 9180 FM 1276 Livingston, TX 77332
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April 13, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting
Agenda
Agenda
1. Call to Order
1.a. Declaration of quorum
1.b. Prayer
2. Public Comments on Posted Agenda Items
3. Information/Discussion Items(s)
4. Consideration and Board action, if any, to approve the minutes of previous meeting
5. Review expenditures for previous month
6. Principal's Report
6.a. Enrollment
6.b. Attendance
6.c. Activities
6.d. Academics
7. Superintendent's Report
7.a. Transportation
7.b. Facilities
7.c. Finance
7.d. Personnel
7.e. Other
8. Consideration and Board action to approve the 2026-2027 Hiring Schedule. …
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Mon Mar 23, 2026 · 6:30PM
Regular Meeting
Board to vote on HVAC maintenance, security dog contract, and principal extensions
The Big Sandy ISD Board of Trustees will meet on March 23, 2026, to vote on several key items including HVAC maintenance, a $2026-2027 contract with Interquest Detection Canines, principal contract extensions, and policy approvals. The meeting will also include routine reports on expenditures, enrollment, and superintendent updates.
- Consideration to approve HVAC maintenance contract
- Consideration to approve 2026-2027 contract with Interquest Detection Canines
- Consideration to approve 2026-2027 district calendar
- Consideration to approve Policy EIC-Local
- Consideration to approve contract extensions for elementary, junior high, and high school principals
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Board Room of the Big Sandy Independent School District 9180 FM 1276 Livingston, TX 77332
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March 23, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting
Agenda
Agenda
1. Call to Order
1.a. Declaration of quorum
1.b. Prayer
2. Public Comments on Posted Agenda Items
3. Information/Discussion Item(s)
4. Consideration and Board action, if any, to approve the minutes of previous meeting
5. Review expenditures for previous month
6. Principal's Report
6.a. Enrollment
6.b. Attendance
6.c. Activities
6.d. Academics
7. Superintendent's Report
7.a. Transportation
7.b. Facilities
7.c. Finance
7.d. Personnel
7.e. Other
8. Consideration and Board approval for the HVAC maintenance. …
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Mon Feb 23, 2026 · 6:30PM
Regular Meeting
Board Room of the Big Sandy Independent School District 9180 FM 1276 Livingston, TX 77332
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February 23, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting
Agenda
Agenda
1. Call to Order
1.a. Declaration of quorum
1.b. Prayer
2. Public Comments on Posted Agenda Items
3. Information/Discussion Items(s)
4. Consideration and Board action, if any, to approve the minutes of previous meeting
5. Review expenditures for previous month
6. Principal's Report
6.a. Enrollment
6.b. Attendance
6.c. Activities
6.d. Academics
7. Superintendent's Report
7.a. Transportation
7.b. Facilities
7.c. Finance
7.d. Personnel
7.e. Other
8. Consideration and Board action to approve delaying implementation of the teach …
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Mon Feb 2, 2026 · 6:30PM
Special Meeting Cancelled
Special meeting of Big Sandy ISD board cancelled for Feb 2, 2026
The Big Sandy Independent School District Board of Trustees announced a special meeting scheduled for February 2, 2026 at 6:30 PM has been cancelled. No substantive decisions or discussions were listed on the agenda.
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Board Room of the Big Sandy Independent School District 9180 FM 1276 Livingston, TX 77332
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February 2, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Special Meeting
Agenda
Agenda
1. Call to Order
1.a. Declaration of quorum
1.b. Prayer
2. Public Comments on Posted Agenda Items
3. The Board of Trustees will conduct an Executive Session pursuant to the following provisions of Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et.seq.
Section(s) 551.071, 551.072, 551.073, 551.074, 551.076, 551.082, 551.083, 551.084, 551.087
Consideration of Level III parent complaint (Parent 1).
Consideration of Level III parent complaint (Parent 2).
Consultation with legal counsel regarding Level III complaint issues.
4. Reconvene open meeting taking action on items from closed session as needed. Should any final action , final decision, or final vote be required in the opinion of the School Board with regards to any matter considered in such closed or executive session then the final action, final decision, or final vote shall be either:
i. In the open meeting covered by the Notice upon the reconvening of the public meeting; or
ii. At the subsequent public meeting of the School Board upon thereof; as the School Board sha …
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Mon Jan 26, 2026 · 6:30PM
Regular Meeting
Big Sandy ISD to review audit and superintendent contract
The Board of Trustees will consider approving an audit and contract with Axley & Rode LLP. The meeting includes reports on academic performance and personnel matters, as well as a resolution regarding Senate Bill 11.
- Approval of audit by Axley & Rode LLP
- Approval of contract with Axley & Rode LLP
- Approval of Senate Bill 11 Resolution
- Superintendent evaluation and contract approval
- Action on two Level III parent complaints
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Board Room of the Big Sandy Independent School District 9180 FM 1276 Livingston, TX 77332
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January 26, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting
Agenda
Agenda
1. Call to Order
1.a. Declaration of quorum
1.b. Prayer
2. Public Comments on Posted Agenda Items
3. Information/Discussion Item(s)
3.a. Texas Academic Performance Report for Big Sandy ISD
Accountability Rating: A
Distinction Designations:
Academic Achievement in Mathematics
Top 25 Percent: Comparative Academic Growth
Top 25 Percent: Comparative Closing the Gaps
Postsecondary Readiness
4. Presentation by Axley & Rode LLP.
5. Consideration and Board action to approve the audit by Axley & Rode LLP.
6. Consideration and Board action to approve the contract with Axley & Rode LLP.
7. Board Appreciation
8. Consideration and Board action, if any, to approve the minutes of previous meeting
9. Review expenditures for previous month
10. Principal's Report …
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