Waxahachie Independent School District public meetings in 2023
28 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Workshop, Regular Meeting and Public Hearing
The Waxahachie ISD board will hold a workshop on rezoning and campus configuration, followed by a public hearing on the 2022-2023 FIRST financial rating. The regular meeting includes reports on student growth, financial integrity, bond construction, and the annual audit, plus action items including a bus purchase and personnel hires.
- Workshop on rezoning and campus configuration
- Public hearing on 2022-2023 FIRST Rating
- Approval of two buses from Longhorn Bus Sales not to exceed $282,840
- Consideration of staging area agreement with Ellis County
- Hiring of Finley Junior High Principal and Director of Support Services
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links for the BoardBook software.
Regular Meeting
The Waxahachie ISD board will consider approving a $25,255,000 guaranteed maximum price for Hancock renovations and expansion, award construction manager-at-risk contracts for three 2023 bond projects, and select names for two new elementary schools. The board will also hear informational updates on Bond 2023 construction progress, campus moves, a possible three-tier transportation system, and the beverage contract with Keurig Dr Pepper. A closed session is scheduled for personnel, real property, security, and legal matters.
- Approve $25,255,000 guaranteed maximum price for Hancock renovations and expansion from BTC
- Award construction manager-at-risk contracts for Finley Junior High expansion, Elementary #11, and Comprehensive High School #2
- Select names for Elementary School #10 and Elementary School #11
- Approve sanitary sewer and pedestrian access easements with City of Waxahachie for new Wilemon STEAM Academy site
- Approve interlocal agreement with Ellis County for road maintenance and repairs
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Board Workshop
The Waxahachie Independent School District Board is holding a workshop meeting. The agenda includes potential closed session discussions regarding personnel, real property, security, and legal matters, as well as required trustee continuing education.
- Trustee continuing education (Team of 8 training)
- Closed session regarding personnel employment or discipline
- Closed session regarding real property purchase or lease
- Closed session regarding security devices or audits
- Closed session regarding contemplated litigation
The provided document contains no record of discussions, proposals, or decisions. The minutes are procedural and contain no substantive content.
Regular Meeting
The Waxahachie Independent School District Board of Trustees will review reports on bond construction, student attendance, and district performance plans. The meeting includes several items for consideration regarding facility improvements and service agreements.
- Approval of a $166,922.00 parking lot expansion for elementary #10
- Final payment of $188,632.50 for the Northside roofing project
- Approval of a three-year KickUp agreement not to exceed $73,042
- Possible contract approval with Rone Engineering for the Wilemon STEAM building
- Memorandum of understanding with Public Wireless for family internet hotspots
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Called Meeting
The Waxahachie ISD board is holding a called meeting on October 4, 2023, with a closed session for personnel, real estate, security, and legal matters, followed by an open forum. The only action item is a possible vote to approve up to $780,000 for Amplify Reading curriculum for grades K-8.
- Purchase of Amplify Reading curriculum (print and digital) for grades K-8, not to exceed $780,000
- Closed session under Texas Gov't Code 551.074, 551.072, 551.076, 551.071
- Open Forum for public comments
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting, Workshop, and Public Hearing
The Waxahachie ISD board will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2023 M&O and I&S tax rates, then consider adopting them. They will also vote on several action items, including a $780,000 purchase of Amplify Reading materials for grades K-8, a $321,400 counseling services contract, and a resolution on armed security officers. The agenda includes a workshop, closed session, recognitions, and informational reports on House Bill 8, high school #2 design, and construction updates.
- Adopt M&O tax rate of $0.7575 and I&S tax rate of $0.4129
- Purchase Amplify Reading for grades K-8, not to exceed $780,000
- Approve Next Step Community Solutions counseling purchase order for $321,400
- Approve change order from Honey's Roofing at Northside Elementary, not to exceed $60,900
- Approve resolution for armed security officers per House Bill 3
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Called Meeting
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Called Meeting
The Waxahachie ISD Board of Trustees is holding a called meeting to consider adopting the 2023-2024 budget and tax rates, approving salary and compensation plans, and renewing insurance policies. The agenda includes a public hearing on the budget and tax rates, followed by consent and action items. Several items involve significant expenditures, including insurance renewals and course materials.
- Public hearing on proposed 2023-2024 budget and M&O and I&S tax rates
- Approve 2023-2024 salary and stipend schedules (2% increase drafts)
- Purchase order from Cengage Learning, Inc. for $54,797.40 for Global High School course materials
- Renew property/casualty and auto liability insurance at up to $1,384,260
- Renew workers' compensation insurance at up to $344,120
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Regular Meeting and Workshop
The Waxahachie ISD board will hold a budget workshop and consider approving a $46,637,205 guaranteed maximum price for the new Wilemon STEAM Academy. The board will also act on consent agenda items including bond purchase orders, an Oncor easement, and a partnership with YaYa Yuniversity childcare center, plus closed-session discussions on personnel, real property, and security.
- Approve $46,637,205 guaranteed maximum price for Wilemon STEAM Academy construction (BTC)
- Approve multiple Bond 2023 project purchase orders from Proposition C and general operating purchase orders
- Grant permanent easement to Oncor Electric Delivery on ~0.108 acres near Saratoga Drive for Elementary School No. 10
- Approve partnership agreement with YaYa Yuniversity childcare center
- Approve final 5% retainage payment for Felty, Clift, and Howard JH bond project, including $1,200 change order for Howard JH roof
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Called Meeting
The Waxahachie ISD board is meeting to consider several action items, including approving the proposed tax rates for certification, renewing Apex Learning software, and purchasing new instructional materials. The agenda also includes a closed session for personnel, real estate, security, and legal matters, followed by a consent agenda and open forum.
- Approve proposed tax rates for TEA certification and publication
- Renew Apex Learning software from Edmentum, cost not to exceed $125,080.40
- Purchase Spanish phonics materials from HMH, not to exceed $51,465.08
- Purchase online social studies materials for grades 6-12, not to exceed $66,576.00
- Approve 2023-2024 Student Code of Conduct
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Regular Meeting
The Waxahachie ISD board will hold a regular meeting with a closed session for personnel, real property, security, and legal matters, followed by open session. The board will consider consent agenda items including financial reports, new positions, a Canvas learning management system agreement, and a facilities MOU with SAGU. Action items include a $400,000 weight equipment purchase for Lumpkins Stadium, a three-year managed technology services agreement with Unified Connexions, and the superintendent's contract.
- Purchase of weight equipment for Lumpkins Stadium not to exceed $400,000
- Agreement with Unified Connexions for managed technology services (3 years)
- Canvas learning management system agreement for 2023-2024, cost not to exceed $63,725.59
- MOU with Southwestern Assemblies of God University for facility use (Lumpkins Stadium, Sheaffer Center, etc.)
- Reimbursement payment from Essity in full settlement of potential claims
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links for the BoardBook platform.
Called Meeting
The Waxahachie ISD Board of Trustees is holding a called meeting on June 20, 2023, at 9:00 AM. The board will enter closed session to discuss personnel, real property, security, and legal matters, then reconvene in open session for public comment and a single action item: possible approval of hiring a new principal for Howard Junior High School.
- Consideration and possible approval of hiring a new principal for Howard Junior High School
- Closed session for personnel matters (Gov't Code 551.074)
- Closed session for real property purchase/exchange/lease (Gov't Code 551.072)
- Closed session for security devices/personnel deployment (Gov't Code 551.076)
- Closed session with attorney regarding litigation (Gov't Code 551.071)
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Called Meeting
The Waxahachie ISD board is holding a called meeting to consider hiring a new principal for Howard Junior High School and to hear a Level Three parent grievance appeal. The agenda includes a closed session for personnel, real property, security, legal, and grievance discussions before reconvening in open session.
- Consideration and possible approval of hiring a new principal for Howard Junior High School
- Level Three parent grievance appeal hearing and possible action
- Closed session for personnel matters, real property, security, and legal consultation
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Regular Meeting and Workshop
The Waxahachie ISD Board will review the plan of finance and consider adopting the issuance of school building bonds. The board will also vote on the 2023-2024 budget, approve new staff positions, and set meal prices for the upcoming school year. Additionally, the board will consider hiring a new principal for Finley Junior High School and approving construction contracts for flooring at Finley Junior High and Waxahachie High School.
- Consideration of the plan of finance and adoption of school building bonds
- Approval of flooring at Finley Junior High with Harts flooring not to exceed $360,000
- Approval of rubberized flooring for the Lumpkins weight room with RFS Sport not to exceed $79,547.82
- Approval of 2023-2024 meal prices and meal charge policy
- Hiring of a new principal for Finley Junior High School
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Called Meeting
The Waxahachie ISD Board of Trustees is meeting in a called session to consider several action items, including accepting a land donation for a new elementary school, hiring principals, approving roof repairs, and approving a construction contract. The agenda also includes a closed session for personnel and legal matters, followed by an open forum and oath of office for newly elected board members.
- Accept donation of ~14 acres in Saddlebrook subdivision for new elementary school
- Approve guaranteed maximum price of $35,447,867 for construction of neighborhood elementary #10
- Hire principals for Dunaway Elementary and Waxahachie Global High School
- Approve partial roof overlays at Clift Elementary, Felty Elementary, and Howard Junior High, not to exceed $760,000 with Honey's Roofing, LLC
- Closed session for personnel, real property, security, and legal matters
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Called Meeting
This is a brief called meeting of the Waxahachie Independent School District board. The agenda includes an open forum for public comment, followed by the official canvass of the May 2023 election results. The meeting is expected to conclude with adjournment.
- Open forum for public comment
- Canvass of election results
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation menus and maintenance notices.
Regular Meeting
The Waxahachie ISD board is meeting to consider routine consent items and several notable action items, including a $470,000 purchase of Benchmark Phonics curriculum, a mental health services agreement with Mind Above Matter, and project management services for bond programs. The board will also accept a donation of two former police vehicles from the City of Waxahachie and hear informational reports on investments, dual credit partnerships, and STEM recognition.
- Approve Benchmark Phonics for K-3, 5-year contract, not to exceed $470,000
- Approve MOU with Mind Above Matter for student mental health services (grades 6-12)
- Approve engagement of AG/CM for project management services for bond programs
- Accept donation of two former police vehicles from City of Waxahachie
- Approve travel for student groups to national competitions (Orlando, Colorado, Louisville)
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Called Meeting
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting
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Called Meeting
The Waxahachie ISD Board of Trustees is holding a called meeting to consider naming a Construction Manager At-Risk for the 2023 WISD Bond Project. The agenda also includes a closed session for personnel, real property, security, legal, and board duties discussions, followed by possible action on those matters.
- Consideration and possible action to name a Construction Manager At-Risk for the 2023 WISD Bond Project
- Closed session on personnel matters (Gov't Code 551.074)
- Closed session on real property purchase/exchange/lease (Gov't Code 551.072)
- Closed session on security devices and personnel deployment (Gov't Code 551.076)
- Closed session with attorney on litigation (Gov't Code 551.071)
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Called Meeting
The Waxahachie ISD board is holding a called meeting to hear presentations from Construction Manager At-Risk firms for the 2023 bond project. The board may also enter closed session to discuss personnel, real property, security, litigation, and board member duties, with potential action on those matters afterward.
- Presentations from Construction Manager At-Risk firms for the 2023 WISD Bond Project
- Closed session on personnel matters (Gov't Code 551.074)
- Closed session on real property purchase/exchange/lease (Gov't Code 551.072)
- Closed session on security devices and personnel deployment (Gov't Code 551.076)
- Closed session with attorney on litigation (Gov't Code 551.071)
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting and Workshop
The Waxahachie ISD board will hold a workshop on developing the 2023-2024 district budget, followed by a regular meeting with action items including hiring a Director of Athletics and approving policy updates. The board will also discuss findings from a districtwide intruder detection audit and hear reports on the Teacher Incentive Allotment Program and student discipline. A closed session is scheduled for personnel, real property, security, and legal matters.
- Discussion on 2023-2024 WISD District budget development
- Consideration to hire Director of Athletics
- Discussion of Districtwide Intruder Detection Audit Report Findings
- Approval of policy changes per Update 120
- MOU with Ellis County Juvenile Board for JJAEP 2023-24
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation menus and maintenance notices.
Regular Meeting
The Waxahachie ISD board will consider and possibly act on several items, including selecting a construction delivery method and contractor for 2023 bond projects, appointing the county chief appraiser as agent for a property tax appeal, and approving the purchase of up to four portable classrooms for up to $325,000. The agenda also includes a closed session for personnel, real estate, security, and legal matters, plus an open forum for public comment.
- Consideration and possible action to declare the delivery method for construction projects in the 2023 Bond
- Consideration and possible action to select a construction contractor for 2023 Bond projects
- Appointment of Kathy Rodrigue, Ellis County Chief Appraiser, as WISD's agent for property tax self-appeal
- Approval to purchase up to four portable classroom buildings from Shultz Construction, not to exceed $325,000
- Closed session for personnel, real property, security, and legal matters
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting
The Waxahachie ISD board will hold a regular meeting with a closed session, recognitions, reports, and a consent agenda. Key action items include adopting a long-range plan for over 17,000 students, calling a bond election, and approving the 2023-2024 school calendar. The board will also consider several contracts, purchases, and policy updates.
- Adopt long-range plan for enrollment of more than 17,000 students
- Order of Calling for a Bond Election
- Approve air filtration devices at a cost of $108,800.00
- Amend purchase order for engine replacement, increasing cost by $9,176.81 to total $63,240.11
- Accept donation of three former police vehicles from City of Waxahachie
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation links and maintenance notices.
Board Workshop
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Board Workshop
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Called Meeting
The Waxahachie ISD Board of Trustees is holding a called meeting on January 25, 2023. The board will enter closed session to discuss personnel, real property, security, and legal matters, then reconvene to hear public comments and consider hiring a Director of Transportation.
- Consideration with possible action to hire the Director of Transportation
- Closed session on personnel matters (Gov't Code 551.074)
- Closed session on real property purchase/exchange/lease (Gov't Code 551.072)
- Closed session on security devices and personnel deployment (Gov't Code 551.076)
- Open Forum for public comments
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting, Public Hearing, and Workshop
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