Melissa ISD public meetings in 2023
24 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting
The Melissa ISD Board of Trustees will consider approving a $99,440,687 guaranteed maximum price for Melissa Middle School #2, as well as selecting Crossland Construction as construction manager for Elementary School #5. The board will also vote on the 2024-2025 school calendar, a first reading of local policy updates, and other routine items. A closed session is scheduled for real property, personnel, security, student discipline, and other confidential matters.
- Guaranteed Maximum Price of $99,440,687 for Melissa Middle School #2 (Crossland Construction)
- Approval of Crossland Construction as Construction Manager at Risk for Elementary School #5
- 2024-2025 school year calendar approval
- First reading of Policy Update 122 (local policies CQB, CSA, DC, EHB, EHBC, EHBCA, FEA, FFAC, FFB, FL)
- MHS Band trip to Natchitoches, LA (Feb 29–Mar 2, 2024)
The provided document contains only administrative system messages and meeting metadata. No substantive decisions, votes, or discussions were recorded in the text.
SHAC Meeting
The School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) will meet to discuss various health and safety topics. The agenda includes discussions regarding community wellness, nutritional services, and health and wellness policy.
- Community Wellness discussion
- Nutritional Services discussion
- Health and Wellness Policy discussion
- Safety and Premises Update
The provided document contains only administrative headers and system maintenance notices. There are no records of discussions, proposals, or decisions made during the meeting.
District Site Based
This is a routine meeting of the District Site Based committee with no substantive decisions or discussions on the agenda. Items are limited to calling the meeting to order, adjusting the agenda if needed, reviewing previous minutes, reviewing calendar drafts, scheduling the next meeting, and adjourning.
- Call to Order
- Review Minutes from Previous Meeting
- Review Calendar Drafts
- Schedule next meeting (if necessary)
- Adjournment
The provided minutes for the November 29, 2023, District Site Based meeting contain only a procedural agenda. No votes, decisions, or discussion details were recorded.
Regular Meeting
The Melissa ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, reports from district staff, and several action items. Key decisions include adopting the 2023 tax roll, approving a construction delivery method for Elementary School #5, adding a local policy on chaplains, and amending the food service budget. The board will also enter closed session for real property, personnel, security, student discipline, and other matters.
- Resolution to adopt the 2023 Tax Roll
- Approval of Construction Manager at Risk delivery method for Elementary School #5
- Add LOCAL policy GKG regarding chaplains and affirming resolution
- Amend Food Service Budget Fund 240 to increase expenditures by $611,757.00
- Closed session for real property, personnel, security, student discipline, and superintendent evaluation
The provided document contains only system maintenance notices and meeting metadata. No substantive decisions, votes, or discussions were recorded in the text.
District Site Based
The District Site Based Committee is meeting to discuss and review the 2024-2025 school calendar draft, including considerations for holidays and bad weather days. They will also review the District Improvement Plan and appoint a chair and secretary.
- Review 2024-2025 School Calendar 1st Draft
- Discuss calendar philosophy: Fair Day, MLK Day, Thanksgiving, Winter, Spring Break, bad weather days
- Review District Improvement Plan
- Appoint Committee Chair and Secretary
The provided minutes consist of an agenda for the District Site Based meeting. There are no recorded votes, decisions, or outcomes documented in the text.
Regular Meeting
The Melissa ISD Board of Trustees will discuss various district updates and take action on several items. Key topics include a public hearing on the annual financial integrity rating and a proposed budget amendment to account for enrollment-related revenue and expenditures.
- Public Hearing: Annual Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST)
- Budget amendment of $3,000,000 due to enrollment changes
- Remote Homebound Instruction Waiver submission to TEA
- ESL Team travel to NABE conference in New Orleans
- Resolution for Award of Nominal Value
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and meeting metadata.
SHAC
The provided document contains no record of actions, discussions, or decisions. The minutes are procedural or empty.
Regular Meeting
The Melissa ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, reports from district officials, and action items. The board will consider approving a resolution declaring a good cause exemption from the House Bill 3 armed security officer requirement, and the final reading of a policy update affecting multiple local policies. A closed session is scheduled for real property, personnel, security, student discipline, assessment, and emergency management matters.
- Resolution to declare good cause exemption for House Bill 3 armed security officer requirement
- Final reading of Policy Update LDU 121 affecting local policies CFB, CKE, CKEA, CLB, CRF, CVA, CVB, DEA, DEC, FD, FFI, CH, and CV
- Budget report and budget amendments
- Safety audit report presented by Chief of Police Kelly Davidson
- Bond sale update by Executive Director of Finance Dr. Brian Walton
The provided document contains only administrative portal information and does not include the actual minutes or records of decisions for the September 18, 2023, meeting.
Team of 8 Training
This is a training session for the Melissa ISD board, not a regular decision-making meeting. The agenda includes a Team of Eight training led by John Spies, a team leadership session, and adjournment. No votes, contracts, or policy decisions are listed.
- Team of Eight training with John Spies
- Conduct Team Leadership Session
- Adjournment
The board held a Team of Eight training session with John Spies and conducted a team leadership session. No substantive policy decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.
Regular Meeting
The Melissa ISD Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the 2023-2024 budget and setting the tax rate. The proposed tax rate includes $0.7575 for maintenance and operations and $0.50 for interest and sinking, with a stated effective increase of 9.84% for M&O. The board will also vote on several other items, including a land purchase agreement, a MAP Growth assessment purchase, and policy updates.
- Public hearing and adoption of 2023-2024 budget
- Ordinance to set tax rate: M&O $0.7575, I&S $0.50 (effective 9.84% M&O increase)
- Purchase MAP Growth K-12 not to exceed $60,000
- Delegation of authority to acquire land near State Highway 5 and Outer Loop
- Resolution regarding hazardous traffic conditions
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of website navigation elements and system maintenance notices.
Special Meeting
The Melissa ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to consider three action items: authorizing the superintendent to negotiate a land purchase from Caliche Crossing, LLC for about 12 acres near State Highway 5 and future Throckmorton Road; hiring WRA as architect for a new elementary school slated to open August 2025; and adopting a revised local policy EIC that updates the high school GPA calculation. The meeting includes a call to order, action items, and adjournment.
- Delegation of authority to superintendent to negotiate and execute purchase agreement with Caliche Crossing, LLC for ~12 acres at SW corner of State Highway 5 and future Throckmorton Road
- Approval to hire WRA as architect for new elementary school opening August 2025
- Adoption of revised Local Policy EIC updating High School GPA
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation menus and maintenance notices.
Public Meeting Addressing Specially Designed Instruction for Parentally Placed Private School Children with Disabilities
This is a public meeting to discuss specially designed instruction for parentally placed private school children with disabilities. The agenda covers program services, equitable participation, qualifying factors, identification of need, specific services, service denial, and program evaluation. No decisions are listed; it appears to be an informational session.
- Overview of program services
- Description of equitable participation
- Qualifying factors under 34 CFR 300.132
- Identification of need under 34 CFR 76.652
- Service denial and program evaluation processes
The provided minutes record the agenda topics for a public meeting regarding specially designed instruction for parentally placed private school children with disabilities. However, the document does not record any votes, motions, or substantive decisions made during the meeting.
Regular Meeting
The Melissa ISD school board will appoint new members for Places 3 and 4, administer oaths, and consider adopting the 2023-2024 budget. The agenda also includes several action items on budget amendments, software purchases, and student travel approvals, followed by a closed session for personnel, real estate, and security matters.
- Appoint new board members for Place 3 & 4 and administer oath of office
- Consider adoption of 2023-2024 Melissa Schools Budget by Functions
- Approve purchase of Frontline Education ERP software not to exceed $250,000
- Approve speech and debate team trips to Phoenix, Oklahoma City, and Ames
- Amend General Operating Fund and MISD Academy/Childcare budgets
The provided document contains no record of meeting proceedings, discussions, or decisions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The Melissa ISD Board of Trustees will canvass the May 6 election results, swear in new trustees, and elect board officers. The board will also consider issuing unlimited tax school building bonds, approving a depository contract with Independent Bank, and approving student trips to national tournaments.
- Canvass results from May 6, 2023 regular election
- Issue unlimited tax school building bonds with annual ad valorem tax levy
- Depository contract with Independent Bank for 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 fiscal years
- MHS Debate and Speech trip to Phoenix, AZ for National Speech and Debate Tournament June 10-15, 2023
- UIL Skills USA National Championship trip to Atlanta, GA June 19-24
The provided document contains only system navigation and maintenance notices. No meeting minutes or substantive decisions were recorded in the text.
Safety and Security Meeting
The Melissa ISD Safety and Security Committee is meeting to review minutes, address a vacancy from an MPD retirement, and introduce a new MISD police officer. They will discuss the School Crossing Guard Program for the 2023-24 school year, additional signage for the Armed Staff Program, school bus safety (cameras, evacuation, training), and a district safety audit by Empowered Actions.
- Approve minutes from last meeting
- Fill committee vacancy due to MPD retirement
- Introduce new MISD PD officer; update on grant position
- Discuss School Crossing Guard Program for SY 23/24
- Discuss district signage for Armed Staff Program
The minutes record the agenda items discussed during the meeting, but do not list specific votes, approvals, or final decisions.
Regular Meeting
The Melissa ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with action items including approving a construction manager for Melissa Middle School #2, a resolution opposing school vouchers, and several budget and expenditure approvals. The agenda also includes routine reports, recognitions, and a closed session for real property, personnel, security, and other matters.
- Consider Crossland Construction as Construction Manager at Risk for Melissa Middle School #2
- Resolution opposing vouchers and educational savings accounts that reduce public education funding
- Amend 2022-2023 MREC budget with $250,000 increase to revenue and expenditures
- Approve expenditures not to exceed $60,000 for MREC foundation repairs
- Approve testing dates for Credit by Examination for 2023-2024
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links for the BoardBook portal.
SHAC Meeting
The Melissa ISD School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) is meeting to discuss community wellness, nutritional services, health and wellness policy, and a safety and premises update. The agenda includes routine items like call to order, minutes approval, and open discussion, with no specific decisions or proposals detailed.
- Community Wellness discussion
- Nutritional Services update
- Health and Wellness Policy review
- Safety and Premises Update
The provided document contains no record of discussions, proposals, or decisions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Middle School Board Workshop
This is a workshop meeting of the Melissa ISD board of trustees focused on the middle school. The agenda includes a presentation from WRA and a whiteboard presentation, with no specific decisions or action items listed.
- WRA presentation
- White board presentation
The meeting consisted of a call to order and two presentations. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.
Regular Meeting
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation menus and maintenance notices.
Special Meeting
The Melissa ISD board is holding a special meeting to consider two action items: approving up to $1.5 million for school buses for the 2023/2024 school year, and issuing teaching permits for non-core Career and Technical Education programs. The board will also enter closed session to discuss real property, personnel, security, student discipline, assessment instruments, and emergency management, with possible action afterward.
- Purchase of school buses not to exceed $1.5 million for 2023/2024
- Issuance of teaching permits for non-core CTE programs
- Closed session under Texas Gov't Code 551.072 (real property), 551.074 (personnel), 551.076 (security), 551.082 (student discipline), 551.088 (assessments), 418.183(f) (emergency management)
The provided document contains no record of actions, discussions, or decisions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting
The Melissa ISD Board of Trustees is meeting to consider several action items, including ordering the May 6 trustee election, approving a construction delivery method for middle school projects, and adopting new elementary attendance zones. The board will also hold a public hearing on the Texas Academic Performance Reports and consider policy updates, budget amendments, and grant applications.
- Resolution to order May 6 Trustee Election
- Contract for Election Services
- Construction Manager at Risk for Middle School projects
- Elementary attendance zones as proposed by Davis Demographics
- Budget amendment recognizing $220,000 for programmatic growth
SHAC Meeting
The Melissa ISD School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) is meeting to discuss community wellness, nutritional services, health and wellness policy, and a safety and premises update. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and open discussion, with no specific proposals or dollar amounts listed.
- Community Wellness discussion
- Nutritional Services update
- Health and Wellness Policy review
- Safety and Premises Update
The provided document contains no record of actions, discussions, or decisions. It consists of system navigation menus and maintenance notices.
Special Meeting
This is a special meeting of the Melissa ISD Board of Trustees. The sole agenda item is a presentation by Davis Demographics on ten-year findings. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.
- Davis Demographics presentation on 10-year findings
The meeting consisted of a presentation by Davis Demographics regarding 10 year findings. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the provided minutes.
Regular Meeting
The Melissa ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with routine items like minutes, budget reports, and recognitions, plus several action items. The board will consider approving the District of Innovation plan for 2023-2028, the annual independent financial audit for FY ended August 31, 2021, and adjusting the committed fund balance for future construction and repairs. A closed session is scheduled for real property, personnel, security, student discipline, and other confidential matters.
- Consider approval of Melissa ISD District of Innovation plan effective 2023-2028
- Consider approval of Annual Independent Financial Audit for Fiscal Year Ended August 31, 2021
- Consider adjusting Committed Fund Balance of Available Fund Balance for Future Construction, Repairs and Renovation
- Closed session under Texas Government Code for real property, personnel, security, student discipline, and emergency management
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.