DeSoto Independent School District public meetings in 2023
42 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the district's 2022-2023 FIRST rating (based on 2021-2022 data), then monitor goals and constraints, discuss corrective action plans, and consider several action items including a budget amendment and a mental health contract. The meeting also includes a closed session for legal, real property, personnel, and security matters.
- Public hearing on 2022-2023 FIRST rating based on 2021-2022 data
- Consideration and possible approval of Rethink Ed mental health contract
- Consideration and possible approval of Budget Amendment #3
- Discussion and action to repurpose FTE and create Administrative Assistant, Child Nutrition position
- Consideration and possible approval of Board Resolution regarding Public Information Act Request NonBusiness Days
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links for the BoardBook platform.
Board Workshop
This is a board workshop agenda with only procedural items: call to order, public comments on agenda items, team building, and adjourn. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.
- Public comments on agenda items only
- Team building session
Grievance Level III
The DeSoto ISD board is meeting to conduct a Level III grievance hearing for Sauvignon Johnson, including a closed session with the district's attorney. The board will discuss and possibly take action on the grievance in open session. The agenda contains only this grievance matter and standard procedural items.
- Level Three Grievance Hearing for Sauvignon Johnson (DGBA [LEGAL] and DGBA [LOCAL])
- Closed session consultation with district attorney on the grievance
- Open session discussion and possible action on the grievance
Town Hall
The DeSoto Independent School District is conducting a town hall meeting focused on two-way communication. The session includes updates on progress, goals, and constraints, followed by a question and answer period.
- Updates on progress regarding goals and constraints
- Question and answer session
Grievance Level III
The DeSoto ISD board is meeting to conduct a Level III grievance hearing for Talmadge Rhyne, the final step in the district's grievance process. The board will first consult with the district's attorney in closed session, then discuss and possibly take action on the grievance in open session. Public comments are limited to agenda items only.
- Closed session consultation with district attorney on Level Three grievance
- Level Three grievance hearing for Talmadge Rhyne (DGBA [LEGAL] and DGBA [LOCAL])
- Open session discussion and possible action on the grievance
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on November 13, 2023, at 6:30 PM. The agenda includes discussion of the 2022-2023 independent financial audit, board and administration corrective action plans, and financial updates. The board will also consider several consent items, including contracts for professional development, physical therapy services, communications, cybersecurity, and laptop purchases, as well as an interim Chief Business Officer.
- Presentation and possible approval of 2022-2023 Independent Financial Audit
- Consideration of RFQ# 24-005 for licensed physical therapist services for special needs students
- Contracted services with Robert Half for communications
- Subscription to Crowdstrike cybersecurity services
- Purchase of laptops via Texas Lending Grant
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Special Called Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special called meeting to consider and possibly approve an agreement with L2 Electric, LLC (DBA Johnson Electric Company) for stadium repairs. The agenda includes public comments on agenda items only, followed by the single action item. No other business is listed.
- Consideration and possible approval of agreement with L2 Electric, LLC DBA Johnson Electric Company for stadium repairs
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with public comments, a closed session, and action on consent items including a $110,000 contract for EGT Institute as grant evaluator and a budget amendment. The board will also discuss policy updates, finance reports, and a bilingual/ESL program evaluation.
- Consider approval of EGT Institute, Inc. contract for $110,000/year (Oct 1, 2023 – Sep 30, 2024) for GEAR UP grant evaluation
- Consideration of 2023 HoopFest Participation Agreement
- Consideration and possible approval of Budget Amendment #2
- First read of policy update BF (LOCAL)
- Discussion of Bilingual and ESL Program Evaluation
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Grievance Level III
The DeSoto ISD board is meeting to conduct a Level III grievance hearing for Sauvignon Johnson, the final step in the district's grievance process. The meeting includes a closed session to consult with the district's attorney and hear the grievance, followed by an open session to discuss and possibly take action on the matter.
- Level Three Grievance Hearing for Sauvignon Johnson (DGBA [LEGAL] and DGBA [LOCAL])
- Closed session consultation with district's attorney under Texas Government Code 551.071(2)
- Public comments on agenda items only
- Discussion and possible action on the grievance in open session
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting with a focus on monitoring district performance. The board will review corrective action plans for both the board and administration, along with updates on student achievement goals. The agenda is primarily informational, with no major votes or contracts listed.
- Board Corrective Action Plan update for September 2023
- Administration Corrective Action Plan update (October 2023–April 2024)
- Lone Star Governance quarterly evaluation with time trackers
- Goal Progress Monitoring for CCMR and CTE IBCs
- Constraint Monitoring: Professional Development
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
LSG WORKSHOP
The DeSoto Independent School District board is meeting for a workshop session focused on Day 2 of Lone Star Governance (LSG) training, led by a Texas Education Agency director. The agenda includes only the call to order, public comments on agenda items, the training, and adjournment. No decisions or specific action items are listed.
- Lone Star Governance (LSG) Training - Day 2, presented by Mónica Jaloma, TEA Director of Board Support
- Public comments on agenda items only
LSG WORKSHOP
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees is meeting for a workshop session focused on Lone Star Governance (LSG) training, led by a Texas Education Agency director. The agenda includes public comments on agenda items, followed by the training. No decisions or votes are scheduled.
- Public comments on agenda items only
- Lone Star Governance (LSG) training - Day 1, presented by Mónica Jaloma, TEA Director of Board Support
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on September 25, 2023, at 6:30 PM. The agenda includes public comments, a closed session for legal, real property, personnel, and security matters, and discussion of financial updates. The board will consider multiple consent items, including contracts for equipment, surveys, facility use, software subscriptions, and grants, as well as several policy updates.
- Consideration and Possible Approval of RFP-24-001 Large Commercial Equipment
- Consideration and Possible Approval of Facility Use Agreement between DeSoto ISD and The University of Texas at Arlington
- Consideration and Possible Approval to accept grant from the City of DeSoto to implement Esports Club
- Consideration and Possible Approval to Amend the Agreement for Fixed Asset Inventory Services with Records Consultants Inc., to increase the dollar amount by $14,500 for a total contract amount of $57,000
- Consideration and Possible Approval to Nominate an individual as a Candidate to the Election of Dallas Central Appraisal District (DCAD) Board of Director Members - Suburban School Districts through Resolution
Town Hall
The DeSoto Independent School District is holding a Town Hall meeting to discuss Lone Star Governance, board goals, and accountability updates. The agenda also includes presentations from Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet and Woodridge Elementary, plus administrative updates on athletics and district highlights. No formal votes or decisions are listed.
- Lone Star Governance (LSG) overview
- Board Goals Update
- Accountability Update
- School spotlight: Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet (KJTMA)
- School spotlight: Woodridge Elementary School
The meeting consisted of a town hall and administrative updates. No substantive decisions, votes, or actions were recorded in the minutes.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees is meeting to review district progress on academic goals, hear public comments, and discuss accountability updates. The board will also review corrective action plans for both the board and administration, and consider first-read policy updates, including several that would delegate authority to the superintendent.
- Goal progress monitoring for 3rd grade STAAR reading and math, and K-8 NWEA MAP growth
- Board Corrective Action Plan and Administration Corrective Action Plan presentations
- First read of policy updates: EIAA, EIC, FFA, FFC, and DC (LOCAL)
- First read of policies delegating authority to superintendent: DIA, FB, FFC, FFH, and DC (LOCAL)
The meeting consisted of procedural items, goal monitoring, and informational discussions. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the provided minutes.
Special Called Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special called meeting to discuss and potentially approve several administrative items, including joining the TASB Energy Cooperative, a resolution on Public Information Act non-business days, and a workers' compensation insurance policy. The board will also discuss the appointment of a Board Policy Committee. Public comments are limited to agenda items only.
- Consideration and possible approval of TASB Energy Cooperative
- Consideration and possible approval of Board Resolution regarding Public Information Act Request NonBusiness Days
- Consideration and possible approval of Edwards Risk Management Insurance Policy (Worker's Compensation)
- Discussion on appointment of Board Policy Committee
The minutes record the agenda for a special called meeting, including items for consideration regarding an energy cooperative, a public information act resolution, and worker's compensation insurance. However, the document does not record any votes or final decisions made on these items.
Level III Grievance Hearing
The DeSoto ISD board is holding a Level III grievance hearing for Ms. Chandler Ude, the final step in the district's grievance process. The board will first consult with the district's attorney in closed session, then consider and possibly take action on the grievance in open session. Public comments are limited to agenda items only.
- Closed session consultation with district attorney on Level III grievance
- Level III grievance hearing for Ms. Chandler Ude (DGBA [LEGAL] and DGBA [LOCAL])
- Open session consideration and possible action on the grievance
The board conducted a Level III Grievance Hearing for Ms. Chandler Ude, including a closed session consultation with the district's attorney. The provided minutes do not record a final decision or vote outcome regarding the grievance.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance setting the 2022 tax rate, then vote on a slate of consent items and action items. These include contracts for educational services, insurance renewals, a budget amendment, and a resolution regarding the House Bill 3 armed security officer requirement. The board will also enter closed session for legal, real property, personnel, and security matters.
- Public hearing and possible action on ordinance setting 2022 tax rate
- Contracts: Region 10 ESC administrative services, Curriculum Associates, McGraw-Hill social studies (grades 6-12), Dallas College dual credit
- Grant acceptance: 2023-2025 Title I Effective Schools Framework (ESF) Focused Support Grant
- Renewals: property/casualty/boiler/crime insurance, unemployment insurance, TASB Risk Management Fund, Edwards Risk Management workers' comp
- Resolution to declare good cause exception for House Bill 3 armed security officer requirement
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting with agenda items focused on monitoring district goals, including College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) and student growth. The board will also discuss the LSG quarterly evaluation, a Board Corrective Action Plan, and an Administrative Corrective Action Plan. Public comments will be accepted on both agenda and non-agenda items.
- Goal Progress Monitoring: GPM 1.2 (CCMR) and GPM 4.3 (Student Growth) presented by Superintendent Dr. Usamah Rodgers
- LSG Quarterly Evaluation with time trackers and progress tracker attachments
- Board Corrective Action Plan presented by Vice-President Abe C. Cooper Jr.
- Administrative Corrective Action Plan presented by Superintendent
- Campus and Student Recognition led by Chief Academic Officer Stephanie McCloud
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees is meeting to consider consent items including school resource officer agreements with DeSoto and Glenn Heights, a special education contracted services RFP, and several education partnership agreements. The board will also discuss corrective action plans, financial updates, and a revised 2023-2024 academic calendar with the last day for students moved to May 30, 2024. A closed session is scheduled for legal, real property, personnel, and security matters.
- School Resource Officer interlocal agreements with City of DeSoto and City of Glenn Heights
- RFP 23-006 Special Education Contracted Services
- Agreement for educational services with Dallas College (Mountain View) for health services
- Education affiliation agreement with Red Oak Health and Rehabilitation Center
- Ratification of 2023-2024 academic calendar with last day for students revised to May 30, 2024
The provided document contains no record of board actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Special Called Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special called meeting to consider and possibly approve a resolution regarding positions slated to close for the 2023-2024 school year. The agenda includes public comment on this item only, followed by the board's discussion and vote. No other substantive business is listed.
- Consideration and possible approval of resolution to responsibly transition out positions slated to close for 2023-2024 school year
- Public comment limited to agenda items only
- Two versions of the resolution attached: original and revised
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Special Called Meeting
The provided minutes contain no record of actions, votes, or discussions. The document consists of system navigation and maintenance notices.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2023-2024 budget and tax rate, then consider adopting the budget for general operating, child nutrition, and debt service. The board will also vote on a final FY2023 budget amendment, a compensation manual, and numerous curriculum and software contracts. Several personnel appointments, including an interim principal and head boys' basketball coach, are also on the agenda.
- Public hearing on 2023-2024 budget and tax rate
- Adoption of 2023-2024 budgets for General Operating, Child Nutrition, and Debt Service
- Approval of 2023-2024 Compensation Manual
- Approval of McGraw Hill Math ALEKS (Grades 10-12) and STEMScopes Math/Science curriculum
- Approval of ARPA funding interlocal agreement amendment with City of DeSoto
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation menus and maintenance notices.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto Independent School District Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on June 20, 2023, at 6:30 PM. The agenda includes monitoring of district goals and administrative constraints, as well as discussion of corrective action plans for both the board and administration. The board will also enter closed session for personnel matters under Texas Government Code §551.074.
- Goal Progress Monitoring for GPM 3.1, 3.2, 3.3
- Administration Constraint Monitoring - Constraint 5 (Culture - EOY)
- Board Corrective Action Plan (CAP) discussion, including June 2023 and April-October 2023 first read
- Administration Corrective Action Plan discussion
- Closed session for personnel matters (Texas Government Code §551.074)
The provided document contains no record of board actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Budget Workshop
The DeSoto Independent School District board met on June 12, 2023, to hold a workshop focused on the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget. The agenda consisted of procedural items, public comments limited to agenda topics, the budget workshop, and adjournment. No specific dollar amounts, contracts, or final budget decisions are detailed in the provided agenda text.
- Board Workshop - Budget Fiscal Year 2023-2024
Canvass Election and Installation of Trustees
The DeSoto Independent School District board is meeting to canvass the returns of the May 6, 2023 election, hear comments from outgoing trustees, and administer the statement of elected officers and oath of office to newly elected trustees. The agenda is procedural, focused on election certification and trustee installation.
- Canvass returns of May 6, 2023 election
- Comments from outgoing trustees
- Administer statement of elected officers by Judge Thomas G. Jones
- Administer oath of office to newly elected trustees by Judge Thomas G. Jones
- Comments from newly elected trustees
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or decisions. The text consists of system navigation menus and maintenance notices.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a closed session to discuss a TEA financial complaint/investigation, real property, personnel, and security matters. The board will also elect officers, appoint a TASB delegate, and review corrective action plans, financial updates, and the 2023-2024 budget. A large consent agenda includes approvals for summer school stipends, contracts, and security purchases.
- Closed session discussion of TEA financial complaint/investigation
- Election of board officers and appointment of TASB delegate
- Approval of summer school stipends and purchase of TI Nspire CX-II calculators
- Approval of transportation contract renewal with First Student
- Approval of security purchases: body cameras and window film
The provided document contains no record of board actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with closed session items, public comments, and several information and action items. The board will consider budget amendments, a resolution opposing education vouchers, and a new deputy chief position, along with multiple contract renewals and approvals.
- Resolution in support of public schools against education vouchers
- Budget amendments for approval
- New Deputy Chief of College Career & Military Readiness position
- Contract renewals: HAKing Innovation, NWEA MAP, SchoolStatus, School City, custodial services
- Refunding of 2013 bonds presentation
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation links and maintenance notices.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees is meeting to review goal progress, administrative constraint monitoring, and corrective action plans for both the board and administration. The board will also discuss legal matters in closed session, including a potential lawsuit and finance office complaints, and hear public comments.
- Review of Board Corrective Action Plan and Administration Corrective Action Plan
- Goal Progress Monitoring for GPM 4.1, 4.2, and 4.3
- Closed session discussion on pre-suit discovery request for potential litigation (Jane Doe)
- Closed session discussion on investigation into finance office complaints
- Closed session on real property, personnel, and security matters
The provided document contains no record of board actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Board Candidate Orientation
This is a board candidate orientation session, not a regular decision-making meeting. The agenda includes a board overview presented by the board president, followed by a Q&A session and adjournment. No votes or official actions are scheduled.
- Board Overview Part II presented by Dr. DeAndrea Fleming, Board President
- Question & Answer (Q&A) session for candidates
Town Hall
The DeSoto Independent School District is holding a town hall meeting to discuss and update the community on student data and progress monitoring, school choice programs, pre-K registration, and teacher recruitment and retention efforts. The agenda includes a Q&A session, but no formal votes or decisions are listed.
- Student Data Review / Progress Monitoring
- School Choice Programs
- Pre-K Round Up Information and Update
- Teacher Recruitment and Retention Update
- High Flying Teacher Eagles and Upcoming Scheduled Job Fairs
The provided minutes contain no record of decisions, proposals, or discussions. The document consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
6:30pm - Regular Meeting
The DeSoto Independent School District Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with several discussion and action items. The board will consider reopening the Amber Terrace Early Childhood Center, approving contracts, and adopting policy updates. A closed session is scheduled for legal, real property, personnel, and security matters.
- Consideration and possible approval of reopening Amber Terrace Early Childhood Center
- Consideration and possible approval of Lexia Learning Systems contract
- Consideration and possible approval of Dallas College Inter-Local Agreement
- Consideration and possible approval of revised 2022-2023 Compensation Manual
- Discussion of standardized dress for 2023-2024 school year
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Board Candidate Orientation
This is a board candidate orientation meeting, not a regular decision-making session. The agenda includes a district overview by the superintendent, a board overview by the board president, and a Q&A session. No votes or formal actions are scheduled.
- District overview presented by Dr. Usamah Rodgers, Superintendent
- Board overview presented by Dr. DeAndrea Fleming, Board President
- Q&A session for candidates
Regular Meeting
The provided document contains no record of board actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Candidate Ballot Drawing
This is a procedural meeting for the DeSoto Independent School District to conduct a candidate ballot drawing for the May 6, 2023 school board election. No decisions or policy discussions are on the agenda.
- Candidate ballot drawing for May 6, 2023 DeSoto ISD School Board Election
The provided minutes for the February 27, 2023, Candidate Ballot Drawing contain no record of actions, votes, or decisions. The document consists of procedural headers and system maintenance notices.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with closed session items, public comments, and discussion items. The board will hear updates on the budgeting process, master schedule, and a districtwide intruder detection audit. Consent items include approval of the 2023-2024 academic calendar, several technology contracts, and acceptance of multiple grants. Action items include approval of a new Deputy Chief Academic Officer position.
- Consideration and possible approval of 2023-2024 academic calendar
- Consideration and possible approval of Microsoft subscription renewal
- Consideration and possible approval of Absolute Data & Device Security contract
- Consideration and possible approval of grant acceptances: COVID-19 School Health Support, Silent Panic Alert Technology, School Safety Standards, Educate Texas STEM
- Consideration and possible approval of Deputy Chief Academic Officer position
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation menus.
Level III Grievance Hearing
The DeSoto Independent School District board is meeting for a Level III grievance hearing regarding Patrice James. The agenda includes a closed session for consultation with the district's attorney and the grievance hearing itself, followed by an open session for discussion and possible action on the grievance.
- Closed session consultation with district attorney on Level Three Grievance
- Level III Grievance Hearing for Patrice James (DGBA (LEGAL) and DGBA (LOCAL))
- Open session discussion and possible action on the Level III grievance
The provided minutes for the February 27, 2023, Level III Grievance Hearing contain no record of actions, votes, or decisions. The document consists of procedural headers and system maintenance notices.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto Independent School District board is meeting to review updates to the Board and Administration Corrective Action Plans, discuss the 2022-2023 Compensation Manual, and monitor progress on district goals. The agenda includes recognition of campus and student achievements and public comment periods. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion or information.
- Review of Board Corrective Action Plan update
- Review of Administration Corrective Action Plan
- Discussion of 2022-2023 Compensation Manual
- Goal Progress Monitoring for GPM 2.1, 2.2, 2.3
- Public comments on agenda and non-agenda items
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links for the BoardBook software.
Special Called Meeting
The DeSoto Independent School District board is holding a special called meeting to consider and possibly approve a resolution for an emergency closure. The agenda also includes routine items like establishing quorum and public comments on agenda items only.
- Consideration and possible approval of resolution for emergency closure
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation menus and maintenance notices.
Town Hall
The DeSoto Independent School District is holding a town hall meeting to update the community on board goals and progress, provide Lone Star Governance training, and overview the May 2023 trustee election. A question-and-answer session will follow.
- Board Goals & Progress Monitoring Update
- Community Lone Star Governance (LSG) Training
- May 2023 Trustee Election Overview
- Question & Answer (Q&A) Session
The provided document contains no record of decisions, discussions, or actions. The text consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on the Texas Academic Performance Report, followed by discussion and possible approval of multiple contracts, personnel appointments, and an election order. The board will also enter closed session for legal, real property, personnel, and security matters, and will discuss the superintendent's evaluation and contract.
- Public hearing on Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR)
- Consider approval of Carbon Black anti-virus contract
- Consider approval of FEV Tutor and Elevate K-12 tutoring contracts
- Consider approval of Director of Accounting, Chief Academic Officer, GEAR-UP Project Director, and Executive Director of Special Populations
- Consider approval of order calling an election
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with recognitions, monitoring reports, and discussion items. The board will review goal progress monitoring (GPM 1.1, 1.3) and administration constraint monitoring (CPM 5.1-5.3), as well as corrective action plans for the board and administration. Public comments will be accepted on agenda and non-agenda items.
- Recognition of UIL 6A Division II State Football Champions
- Goal Progress Monitoring - GPM 1.1, GPM 1.3
- Administration Constraint Monitoring - CPM 5.1, CPM 5.2, CPM 5.3
- Board Corrective Action Plan discussion
- Administration Corrective Action Plan discussion
The provided document contains no record of board actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.