Athens Independent School District, TX

Regular Meeting

The Athens ISD board will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2026 tax rate and budget, then vote on adopting the tax rate. They will also consider out-of-state travel for the high school debate team, renewal of the district's risk pool participation, and a compliance certification under Senate Bill 12. The agenda includes routine consent items and executive session discussions on personnel, real property, and school safety.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2026 tax rates
• Consider out-of-state travel for Athens High School debate team
• Renewal of cooperative risk pool management participation
• Certification of compliance with Texas Education Code 39.008 (Senate Bill 12)
• Executive session on House Bill 3 armed security officer requirement

Special Meeting

The Athens ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to consider approving the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) for three construction projects funded by the 2025 Bond Program: the Athens High School Performing Arts Center, the Early College High School Wing, and the Early Childhood Center. The agenda also includes routine items such as the call to order, invocation, pledge, and public comments. No other substantive actions are listed.

• Consider Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) for Athens High School Performing Arts Center
• Consider GMP for Early College High School Wing
• Consider GMP for Early Childhood Center
• Public comments limited to agenda items, max 3 minutes per speaker

Regular Meeting

The Board of Trustees will discuss the start of the 2026-2027 school year, including student conduct and bond updates. The body will consider amendments to the District of Innovation plan and approve several high-cost purchases and policy updates.

• Expenditures over $50,000 for a District SUV for transportation
• Expenditures over $50,000 for Bruce Field Pressbox renovations
• Clerical amendment and local policy revisions for the District of Innovation (DOI) Plan
• Setting a tax rate hearing for August 24, 2026
• 2026-2027 adult and guest meal prices

Regular Meeting

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed 2026-2027 budget and tax rate. The meeting includes decisions on the fiscal year budget, employee compensation, and various instructional program purchases.

• Public hearing on proposed 2026-2027 Budget and Tax Rate
• Consideration of a contract amendment with Paragon Sports Construction for a Covered Pavilion
• Consideration of expenditures over $50,000 for elementary and secondary instructional programs
• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget
• Consideration of the 2026-2027 Compensation Plan and school calendar amendment

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Regular Meeting

The Athens ISD board will reorganize after new trustees take office and vote on expenditures over $50,000 for a CTE vehicle and education service center contracts. The board will also approve minutes, financial reports, and proposed tax rates, and set a budget hearing date.

• Newly elected trustees take oath and board reorganizes
• Approve purchase of a multi-passenger vehicle for CTE over $50,000
• Consider contracts with Region 10 and Region 7 Education Service Centers
• Approve proposed tax rates for publication
• Set date and time for budget hearing

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Regular Meeting

The Athens ISD board will meet April 27, 2026 to discuss routine updates and take action on major spending items. The most consequential decision is whether to approve a guaranteed maximum price from Jackson Construction for the Athens Middle School additions and renovations funded by the 2025 bond program. The board will also consider purchasing over $50,000 in instructional materials and a new food service management company contract for 2026-2027.

• Consider approval of Guaranteed Maximum Price from Jackson Construction for Athens Middle School Additions and Renovations (2025 Bond Program)
• Consider expenditures over $50,000 for purchase of instructional materials
• Consider 2026-2027 Food Service Management Company Services Contract
• Consider SB 546 required reporting on school bus seat belt costs and budget limitations
• District of Innovation renewal update discussion

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Regular Meeting

The board will discuss facilities updates and the 2026-2027 Athens High School schedule. Members will consider adopting new board goals, approving secondary library materials, and changing a May meeting date.

• Adoption of new board goals as required by House Bill 3
• Approval of secondary library materials
• Delinquent property tax collections report
• February 2026 financial statements
• Executive session regarding a Level III parent grievance appeal

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Special Meeting

The Athens Independent School District will hold a special meeting to review a hearing officer's findings. The board will consider whether good cause exists to terminate the contract of Alan Hatcher.

• Consideration of Hearing Officer's Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law regarding the contract termination of Alan Hatcher

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Special Meeting

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Regular Meeting

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Regular Meeting

The Athens ISD board will meet January 20, 2026 to consider three action items: an independent audit of district financial records, a resolution to apply for a state grant for active-attack response gear, and a revision to policy BBB(LOCAL). The meeting also includes routine approvals like December minutes and financial reports, a facilities update, and an election order for May 2026.

• Consider Audit of District Financial Records
• Consider Resolution for Active Attack Response Equipment Grant Program (ballistic shields and breaching tools)
• Consider Revision of Policy BBB(LOCAL)
• Approve December 2025 minutes and financial statements
• Order May 2, 2026 school board election for Places 1 and 2

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