DRIPPING SPRINGS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, TX

Regular Meeting

The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on August 24, 2026, to consider a consent agenda with numerous routine items, including budget amendments, contracts, and policy approvals. The board will also take action on unemployment insurance renewal, attendance credit purchase, and child nutrition meal prices. Reports will cover student handbook, HR, finance, and bond status.

• Approval of 2026-2027 Budget Amendments
• Approval of Resolution 2027-03 Armed Security Officer Standards
• Approval of 2026-2027 Child Nutrition Meal Prices
• Approval of Right of Way Agreement for Darden Hill Road
• Approval of 2026-2027 Amended Compensation Plan

Board of Trustees Workshop Meeting

The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees is holding a workshop meeting. The agenda includes a call to order, public comments on posted agenda items, and a presentation and discussion on the 2027 graduation, led by Deputy Superintendent Karen Kidd and Chief Communications Officer Jennifer Edwards. The meeting is scheduled to adjourn after the discussion.

• Public comments on posted agenda items
• Presentation and discussion on 2027 graduation
• Presenters: Deputy Superintendent Karen Kidd and Chief Communications Officer Jennifer Edwards

Agenda Review Meeting

The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees is meeting to review and vote on a wide range of administrative items, including budget amendments, a compensation plan, and multiple agreements related to school safety and student services. The board will also consider approving the 2026-2027 student code of conduct, meal prices, and several contracts with external organizations. A closed session is scheduled to discuss hiring a safety specialist, a safety audit, and contracts with special education providers.

• Approval of 2026-2027 Budget Amendments
• Approval of Resolution 2027-03 Armed Security Officer Standards
• Approval of 2026-2027 Amended Compensation Plan
• Consideration/Approval of 2026-2027 Child Nutrition Meal Prices
• Consideration/Approval of Contracts with Bayes Achievement Center and Tangram Rehabilitation Network

Board of Trustees Special Meeting

The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to consider and possibly approve a candidate endorsement for the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) Board of Directors, Region 13, Place B. The agenda includes public comments on posted items before the action item. No other substantive business is listed.

• Consideration/approval of candidate endorsement for TASB Board of Directors, Region 13, Place B (presented by Board President Shanda DeLeon)
• Public comments on posted agenda items
• Call to order and establishment of quorum
• Adjournment

Safety & Security Committee Meeting

The Dripping Springs ISD Safety & Security Committee met on July 29, 2026, to discuss school safety matters in a closed session. The meeting included updates on School Resource Officers, school marshal programs, training, legislative changes, and audit results. No public decisions were listed on the posted agenda.

• Closed session to discuss SRO and School Marshal Updates
• Closed session to review Training Updates
• Closed session to address Mandates and Legislative Changes
• Closed session to review 2023 Audit Priorities and 2025-2026 Audit Results

The Dripping Springs ISD Safety & Security Committee held a special meeting on July 29, 2026. The board entered closed session to discuss safety and security topics including SRO and school marshal updates, training, legislative changes, TxSSC submissions, grants, construction, and audit results. No substantive decisions were recorded in the open minutes.

• Called special meeting to order and determined quorum
• Held public forum for posted agenda items
• Entered closed session under Texas Gov't Code 551.076 and 551.089
• Adjourned meeting

Board of Trustees Retreat

The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees holds a retreat to discuss and plan team goals, operating procedures, and the upcoming school year. Items include reviewing the district’s vision and mission, conducting a self-assessment, and setting board goals for 2026-2027.

• Review Vision, Mission, Core Beliefs, and Core Commitments
• Conduct School Board Self-Assessment
• Set Board Goals for 2026-2027
• Plan Board Meeting and Workshop Schedule
• Discuss 2026-2027 Planning with Superintendent

The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees met for a retreat on July 28, 2026, at 9:00 AM. The minutes contain only procedural and system information, with no substantive decisions, approvals, or votes recorded.

6:00 PM - Regular Meeting

The Dripping Springs ISD board will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2026-2027 budget and tax rate, presented by the Chief Financial Officer. The meeting also includes recognition of state-qualifying student athletes, updates on the strategic plan and child nutrition audit, and votes on hiring, contracts, and instructional materials.

• Public hearing on 2026-2027 budget and proposed tax rate
• Approval of 2026-2027 annual budget
• Approval of amended compensation plan for 2026-2027
• Approval to hire Safety Coordinator
• Approval of Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment for DSISD 18+ Project

The minutes document for the June 22, 2026 regular meeting of the Dripping Springs Independent School District contains only system-generated text and navigation elements, with no recorded actions, votes, or decisions. The document provides no substantive content regarding any board business.

Board of Trustees Special Meeting

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and a closed session to conduct a Level III Parent Grievance Appeal. The board may take action on the matter during the open session following the closed deliberation.

• Public hearing for Level III Parent Grievance Appeal
• Closed session for Level III Parent Grievance Appeal and legal consultation

The minutes for the June 22, 2026 special meeting of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees are procedural only. The document contains no record of any decisions, approvals, denials, or discussions. It consists solely of system-generated text from the BoardBook platform, including maintenance notices and copyright information.

• No decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Board of Trustees Special Meeting

The Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to administer the oath of office to incumbent members. The board will also reorganize by electing a President, Vice President, and Secretary.

• Ceremony administering the oath of office to incumbent board members
• Election of Board President
• Election of Board Vice President
• Election of Board Secretary

The minutes for the June 15, 2026 special meeting of the Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees contain only procedural and system-related information, with no record of any decisions, approvals, or discussions. The document appears to be a placeholder or system-generated page rather than actual meeting minutes.

2:00 PM - Agenda Review Meeting

The Dripping Springs ISD board will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2026-2027 budget and proposed tax rate. The meeting also includes updates on strategic planning, child nutrition audits, and several contract approvals for instructional materials and university partnerships.

• Public hearing and vote on 2026-2027 budget and proposed tax rate
• Approval of 2026-2027 accelerated instruction budget ($1.2M)
• Approval of $4.5M insurance renewal (property, casualty, liability, workers’ comp)
• Approval of $18M GMP amendment for DSISD 18+ Project
• Approval of Stephen F. Austin State University Speech-Language Pathology Affiliation Agreement

The provided document contains no record of actions, discussions, or decisions. The minutes are procedural and contain no substantive content.

Board of Trustees Workshop Meeting

The Board of Trustees will hold a workshop meeting to review presentations and discuss the upcoming school year budget and recent employee feedback.

• Discussion of 2026-2027 Budget
• Presentation of 2025-2026 Employee Engagement Survey

The provided minutes contain no record of actions, discussions, or decisions. The document consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.

6:00 PM - Regular Meeting

The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees will decide on the name for Dripping Springs High School #2 and approve the 2026-2027 compensation plan and general pay increases. The board is also reviewing budget amendments and an investment policy resolution.

• Approval of the name for Dripping Springs High School #2
• Consideration of 2026-2027 Compensation Plan and General Pay Increases
• Approval of revised construction documents for the DSISD 18+ Construction Project
• Approval of 2025-2026 Budget Amendments
• Resolution 2026-12 regarding Investment Policy, Strategies, and Broker/Dealers

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

2:00 PM - Agenda Review Meeting

The Dripping Springs ISD board will hold an agenda review meeting to discuss routine items and prepare for future decisions. The board will receive updates on student achievements, financial reports, and operational matters, but no major decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Approval of revised construction documents for DSISD 18+ Construction Project
• Approval of 2026-2027 Compensation Plan
• Approval of Resolution 2026-12 for investment policies and strategies
• Approval of lease agreement with Hays County Water Control and Improvements District No. 1
• Consideration of naming and branding for High School #2

The provided document contains no record of actions, discussions, or decisions. The minutes are procedural and contain no substantive content.

Board of Trustees Workshop Meeting

The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees will hold a workshop meeting to discuss the 2026-2027 budget. Chief Financial Officer Randy Rau will present multi-year projections and budget details. No formal decisions are scheduled; this is an informational discussion.

• 2026-2027 Budget presentation by CFO Randy Rau
• Three-year projections (2027-2029) reviewed

The provided document contains no record of actions, discussions, or decisions. The minutes are procedural and contain no substantive content.

Board of Trustees Workshop Meeting

The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees will hold a workshop meeting that includes a closed session to discuss the superintendent’s evaluation. No public votes or decisions are listed on the posted agenda.

• Closed session under Tex. Gov’t Code §551.074 for superintendent evaluation

The provided document contains no record of actions, discussions, or decisions. It consists of system navigation links and a reference to signed minutes without the actual content.

Board of Trustees Workshop Meeting

The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees will hold a workshop meeting to review a presentation on naming and branding for the district’s second high school. The session is led by Chief Communications Officer Jennifer Edwards and includes two attached documents.

• High School #2 Naming & Branding presentation by Jennifer Edwards
• Two attached documents: 'HS2 Naming & Branding' and 'High #2 Naming & Branding Presentation'

The provided document contains no record of discussions, proposals, or decisions. The minutes are procedural or empty.

6:00 PM - Board of Trustees General Meeting

The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees will meet April 27 to discuss routine business, recognize student and staff achievements, and take action on new K-12 math instructional materials and a guaranteed maximum price amendment for the Dripping Springs High School renovations project. The board will also hear updates on transportation, workforce partnerships, and bond program status.

• Approval of K-12 Math Instructional Materials
• Approval of Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment #2 for Dripping Springs High School Renovations Project
• Approval of 2025-2026 Budget Amendments
• Approval of Rural Capital Area Workforce Development Board, Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce and DSISD Memorandum of Understanding
• Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with Texas A&M University

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

2:00 PM - Agenda Review Meeting

The Dripping Springs ISD board will meet to review routine items and take action on K-12 math instructional materials and a guaranteed maximum price amendment for the Dripping Springs High School renovations project. The board will also hear reports on learning, human resources, finance, and operations, and consider several interlocal agreements with the City of Dripping Springs.

• Consideration/Approval of K-12 Math Instructional Materials
• Consideration/Approval of Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment #2 for Dripping Springs High School Renovations Project
• Consideration/Approval of Interlocal Agreement with the City of Dripping Springs
• Consideration/Approval of Road and Easement Interlocal Agreement with the City of Dripping Springs
• Consideration/Approval of Change Order #1 to American Constructors WWSES Contract

The provided minutes contain no record of actions, votes, or discussions. The document consists of system maintenance notices and administrative headers.

Board of Trustees Workshop Meeting

The Board of Trustees will meet for a workshop to receive a presentation on safety and security for 2025-2026. This topic will be discussed in both a public presentation and a closed session.

• 2025-2026 Safety Presentation by Director of Safety & Security, Sirenna Cumberland

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. The minutes are procedural and do not list any substantive decisions.

Board of Trustees Safety and Security Committee Meeting

The committee will hold a closed session to discuss school safety and security. The meeting includes updates on personnel, training, and legislative mandates.

• SRO and School Marshal updates
• Training updates
• Legislative changes and mandates
• Upcoming audits and IDA findings
• Grants update

The minutes record the agenda for a special meeting, including a closed session to discuss safety and security. No substantive decisions or vote outcomes are recorded in the provided text.

6:00 PM - Regular Meeting

The Dripping Springs ISD board will hold its regular March 30, 2026 meeting. Main actions include approving 2018 bond funds for new band instruments, receiving a public hearing on the 2024–2025 annual report, and considering a guaranteed-maximum-price amendment for the Dripping Springs Elementary exterior project. The board will also vote on renewing the district’s innovation plan and approving several routine items such as minutes, budget amendments, and an external auditor.

• Approval of 2018 bond funds for Dripping Springs High School band instruments
• Public hearing on the 2024–2025 District TAPR Annual Report
• Consideration of GMP Amendment #2 for Dripping Springs Elementary exterior project
• Approval of 2026 Amendment and Renewal of the DSISD Innovation Plan
• Approval of 2025–2026 budget amendments and external auditor for annual audit

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

Board of Trustees Workshop Meeting

The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees will hold a workshop meeting to review the 2026-2027 budget. The Chief Financial Officer, Randy Rau, will present and discuss budget details. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

The provided document contains no record of actions, discussions, or decisions. It consists of system maintenance notices and a meeting header.

Board of Trustees Workshop Meeting

The Board of Trustees will hold a workshop meeting to discuss 2026 academics. The session includes a presentation by the Assistant Superintendent of Learning & Innovation and the SSES Principal.

• Discussion of 2026 Academics

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

Board of Trustees Workshop Meeting

The Board of Trustees will hold a workshop to discuss the 2026 Demographic Study. The meeting also includes a closed session to deliberate on legal, personnel, and real estate matters.

• Discussion of 2026 Demographic Study
• Closed session regarding legal, real estate, and personnel matters
• Closed session deliberation on real property purchase, exchange, or lease related to District growth

The provided document contains no record of discussions, proposals, or decisions. It consists of system navigation links and a reference to a signed minutes document without the actual text of the proceedings.

6:00 PM - Regular Meeting

The Board will hold a public hearing on the 2024-2025 District Annual Report and consider several construction documents and price amendments for school renovations. Other business includes budget amendments and a joint election agreement with the City of Dripping Springs.

• Public hearing on the 2024-2025 District Annual Report
• Construction documents and GMP amendments for Rooster Springs Elementary, Dripping Springs Elementary, and Dripping Springs High School
• Approval of 2025-2026 Budget Amendments
• Joint Election Agreement with the City of Dripping Springs
• Resolution 2026-09 to pay staff during emergency district closures

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

Board of Trustees Special Meeting

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and a link to a signed minutes document without the accompanying text.

6:00 PM - Board of Trustees Workshop Meeting

The Board of Trustees will hold a workshop meeting to discuss student transfer policies. The session includes presentations from the Deputy Superintendent and the Director of Student Services.

• Discussion of Board Policies FDA (LOCAL) and FDB (LOCAL) regarding student transfers

The provided minutes contain no record of discussions, proposals, or decisions. The document consists of system navigation and boilerplate text.

6:00 PM - Regular Meeting

The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees will discuss budget parameters for the 2026-2027 school year and the 2024-2025 annual financial report. The board is also deciding on election agreements and contracts with Hays and Travis counties, as well as several school renovation projects.

• Approval of Order of Election for the DSISD Board of Trustees Election
• Election services contracts and joint election agreements with Hays County and Travis County
• Approval of 2025-2026 Budget Amendments
• Design and construction approvals for Rooster Springs Elementary, Dripping Springs Elementary, and Dripping Springs High School projects
• Appointment of Bond Advisory Committee members

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation menus and a reference to signed minutes without the accompanying text.

Board of Trustees Workshop Meeting

The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees will hold a workshop meeting on January 30, 2026. The agenda includes procedural items, public comments, and a closed session to discuss the superintendent evaluation under Texas Government Code. No substantive decisions are listed for open session.

• Closed session to evaluate superintendent under Tex. Gov't Code §551.074

The provided minutes for the January 30, 2026, Board of Trustees Workshop Meeting contain no record of actions, discussions, or decisions. The document consists of system maintenance notices and administrative headers.

6:00 PM - Regular Meeting Cancelled

The Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees will discuss budget parameters for 2026-2027 and the 2024-2025 annual financial report. The body is also deciding on election agreements with Hays and Travis counties and various school renovation projects.

• Approval of 2026 Order of Election for DSISD Board of Trustees
• Joint Election Agreements and service contracts with Hays County and Travis County
• Consideration of 2026-2027 Budget Assumptions and Parameters
• Design and construction documents for Rooster Springs Elementary, Dripping Springs Elementary, and Dripping Springs High School projects
• Appointment of Bond Advisory Committee members