Gonzales Independent School District, TX

Name: Special Meeting — Gonzales Independent School District, TX
Start: 2026-08-31T17:30:00
Location: GISD Administrative Board Room 1615 St Lawrence St. P O Box 157 Gonzales, Texas 78629

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Gonzales Independent School DistrictTX averageUS Census ACS

Population

13,556

Per-capita income

$31,415

Median home value

$188,900

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School district

School district statistics (NCES Common Core of Data; proficiency = EDFacts state-assessment range midpoints)

Enrollment2,541 students (2023)

Per-pupil spending$10,791 (FY2020)

Schools5 · 177 teachers (FTE) (2023)

Total revenue$36.2M (FY2020)

Reading proficiency34% (est. 2018)

Math proficiency36% (est. 2018)

Free/reduced lunch74% (2018)

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Mon Aug 31, 2026 · 5:30PM

Special Meeting

GISD board to adopt 2026-27 budget and set tax rate

The Gonzales ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to take required year-end actions, including adopting the 2026-27 budgets for the General, Food Service, and Debt Service funds, and setting the tax rate for tax year 2026. The board will also consider approving contingent out-of-state travel for the high school cheer team and discuss budget amendments. An update on Apache Stadium is scheduled as a report, and the board will enter closed session for personnel matters.

Adopt 2026-27 budgets for General Fund (199), Food Service Fund (240), Debt Service Fund (599)
Set tax rate for tax year 2026 (notice published Aug 13, 2026)
Approve contingent out-of-state travel for GHS Cheer to UCA Nationals in Orlando, FL (no district funds)
Discuss budget amendments
Update on Apache Stadium

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GISD Administrative Board Room 1615 St Lawrence St. P O Box 157 Gonzales, Texas 78629

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August 31, 2026 at 5:30 PM - Special Meeting Agenda Agenda 1. Call to Order Presenter: Board President 1.A. Roll Call Presenter: Board President 1.B. Invocation Presenter: Gloria Torres 1.C. Pledge Presenter: Naomi Brown 1.D. Mission Statement Presenter: Ashley Molina 2. Public Comments Presenter: Board President 3. New Business/Action Items 3.A. Discuss and Consider Action to Approve Contingent Out-of-State Travel for Gonzales High School Cheer to Participate in the 2027 Universal Cheerleaders Association (UCA) National High School Cheerleading Championship Presenter: Lori Marek, GHS Principal Description: Board approval is required for out-of-state student travel. Gonzales High School requests contingent approval for cheer to travel to Orlando, Florida, to participate in the 2027 Univeral Cheerleaders Association (UCA) National High School Cheerleading Championship should the team qualify through the UCA qualifying process. Early approval will allow participating families to secure lower airfare. …

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Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 5:30PM

Special Meeting

GISD to consider UT OnRamps dual enrollment agreement and Victoria College MOU

The Gonzales ISD Board will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve several agreements, including an interlocal agreement with UT Austin for OnRamps dual enrollment courses and a memorandum of understanding with Victoria College for electrical instructional services. The board will also consider endorsing Ana L. Cortez for a Region 13 Director position and will hold a budget workshop for the 2026-27 school year.

Interlocal Agreement with University of Texas at Austin for OnRamps dual enrollment courses for 2026-27
MOU with Victoria College to continue bridge instructional services for electrical courses
Endorsement of Ana L. Cortez for open Region 13 Director position
2026-27 Budget Workshop

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GISD Administrative Board Room 1615 St Lawrence St. P O Box 157 Gonzales, Texas 78629

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August 17, 2026 at 5:30 PM - Special Meeting Agenda Agenda 1. Call to Order Presenter: Board President 1.A. Roll Call Presenter: Board President 1.B. Invocation: Presenter: D'Anna Robinson 1.C. Pledge: Presenter: Josie Smith-Wright 1.D. Mission Statement: Presenter: Ashley Molina 2. Public Comments 3. New Business/Action Items 3.A. Discuss and Consider Action on the Interlocal Agreement with the University of Texas at Austin for Dual Enrollment (OnRamps) classes Description: To offer Dual Enrollment OnRamps courses through the University of Texas, a district must sign an Interlocal Agreement each year. The Interlocal Agreement attached will allow us to offer OnRamps courses during the 2026-27 school year. 3.B. Discuss and Consider Action on the MOU with Victoria College to Bridge Instructional Services for Electrical Courses Presenter: Jennifer Ervin, CTE Coordinator; Karen …

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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 5:30PM

Regular Meeting

Gonzales ISD board to vote on 2026-27 compensation plan, meal prices, student code of conduct

The Gonzales ISD Board will consider and vote on the 2026-2027 Compensation Plan, adult meal prices, and the Student Code of Conduct. The board will also discuss a purchase of attendance credits agreement, insurance renewals, and memorandums of understanding with Mid-Coast Family Services. A public hearing notice for the budget and tax rate will be considered.

Approval of 2026-2027 Gonzales ISD Compensation Plan including salary schedules and stipends
Increase adult breakfast price from $3.40 to $3.50 and adult lunch price from $5.15 to $5.35
Adoption of 2026-27 Student Code of Conduct with updated cell phone regulations
Agreement for Purchase of Attendance Credits (Option 3) to offset recapture costs
Renewal of property/casualty insurance and workers comp coverage at $87,749 annual premium

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GISD Administrative Board Room 1615 St Lawrence St. P O Box 157 Gonzales, Texas 78629

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August 10, 2026 at 5:30 PM - Regular Meeting Agenda Agenda 1. Call to Order Presenter: Board President 1.A. Roll Call Presenter: Board President 1.B. Invocation: Presenter: Jami Owens 1.C. Pledge: Presenter: Ashley Molina 1.D. Mission Statement: Presenter: D'Anna Robinson 2. Public Comments Presenter: Board President 3. New Business/Action Items 3.A. Superintendent Reports 3.B. Consent Agenda Discuss and Consider Action to approve the Consent Agenda Presenter: Dr. Dana Arreola, Superintendent of Schools 3.B.1. Minutes of Meetings: Presenter: Dr. Dana Arreola, Superintendent of Schools 3.B.2. Budget Amendments: 3.C. Discuss and Consider Action to Approve the 2026-2027 Gonzales ISD Compensation Plan Presenter: …

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Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 4:00PM

Special Meeting

Board to hold data workshop on student growth

The Gonzales Independent School District Board will meet for a special session. The primary purpose of the meeting is a report and workshop regarding student growth data.

Board Data Workshop—Student Growth presented by Chief Academic Officer Joy Philpott and Superintendent Dr. Dana Arreola

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GISD Administrative Board Room 1615 St Lawrence St. P O Box 157 Gonzales, Texas 78629

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July 27, 2026 at 4:00 PM - Special Meeting Agenda Agenda 1. Call to Order Presenter: Board President 1.A. Roll Call Presenter: Board President 1.B. Invocation: Presenter: Ashley Molina 1.C. Pledge: Presenter: D'Anna Robinson 1.D. Mission Statement: Presenter: Josie Smith-Wright 2. Public Comments 3. Reports 3.A. Board Data Workshop—Student Growth Presenter: Joy Philpott, Chief Academic Officer; Dr. Dana Arreola, Superintendent of Schools 4. Adjourn Web Viewer << Back to the Public Page for Gonzales Independent School District support@boardbook.org 888.587.2665 Copyright © 2015-2026. Sparq Data Solutions Inc. - All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions of Use

Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 5:30PM

Regular Meeting

Gonzales ISD to consider instructional materials and teacher certification renewal

The Board will discuss expanding the Bluebonnet Learning instructional materials to grades 3-5 and renewing a teacher certification partnership. Other items include a fuel and oil contract and an agreement with the YMCA of the Golden Crescent.

Transition plan for Bluebonnet Learning instructional materials for math grades 3-5
Renewal of Teachworthy partnership at $2,000 per participating candidate
Fuel, Lubricant, & Oil Contract for the 2026-27 fiscal year
Agreement changes with YMCA of the Golden Crescent regarding building access and fees
Agreement with Methodist Healthcare Ministries of South Texas, Inc. Peer Parenting Program

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GISD Administrative Board Room 1615 St Lawrence St. P O Box 157 Gonzales, Texas 78629

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July 13, 2026 at 5:30 PM - Regular Meeting Agenda Agenda 1. Call to Order Presenter: Board President 1.A. Roll Call Presenter: Board President 1.B. Invocation: Presenter: Josie Smith-Wright 1.C. Pledge: Presenter: Naomi Brown 1.D. Mission Statement: Presenter: Gloria Torres 2. Public Comments Presenter: Board President 3. New Business/Action Items 3.A. Consent Agenda Discuss and Consider Action to approve the Consent Agenda Presenter: Dr. Dana Arreola, Superintendent of Schools 3.A.1. Minutes of Meetings: 3.A.2. Budget Amendments: 3.B. Discuss and Consider Action to Approve the Gonzales ISD Transition Plan for Bluebonnet Learning Instructional Materials to include math grades 3-5 Presenter: Joy Philpott, Chief Academic Officer; Dr. Dana Arreola, Superintendent of Schools …

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Tue Apr 21, 2026 · 4:30PM

Board Training

Gonzales ISD board holds training workshop April 21, 2026

The Gonzales Independent School District board will convene a training session on April 21, 2026, featuring a Lone Star Governance/Team Building Workshop. The meeting is procedural with no substantive decisions listed.

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GISD Administrative Board Room 1615 St Lawrence St. P O Box 157 Gonzales, Texas 78629

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April 21, 2026 at 4:30 PM - Board Training Agenda Agenda 1. Call to Order Presenter: Board President 1.A. Roll Call Presenter: Board President 1.B. Invocation Presenter: Board President 1.C. Pledge Presenter: Ashley Molina 1.D. Mission Statement Presenter: D'Anna Robinson 2. New Business Presenter: Board President 3. Lone Star Governance/Team Building Workshop Presenter: Board President 4. Adjourn Presenter: Board President Web Viewer << Back to the Public Page for Gonzales Independent School District support@boardbook.org 888.587.2665 Copyright © 2015-2026. Sparq Data Solutions Inc. - All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions of Use

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