April 23, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting

OPEN SESSION:

1. Pledge of Allegiance/Texas Pledge

1.A. Moment of Silence

2. Roll Call and Establishment of a Quorum

3. Call to Order:   This meeting has been posted in accordance with Government Code Chapter 551, State of Texas Open Meeting Act

4. Open Forum

5. Information

5.A. Administrative Reports

5.A.1. Superintendent's Report

5.A.1.A. Waterwell Drilling Information

5.A.1.B. Information on Commissioner's Court Public Hearing in Reference to Proposed Tax Abatement

5.A.2. Conservator Carol Sue Hipp Update

5.A.3. Gallagher Status Update 2025 Bond Projects

5.A.4. Campus Principal's Report

5.A.5. Business Report

5.A.5.A. Financial & Tax Reports

5.A.6. Athletic Director's Report

5.A.7. Technology/Safety/PEIMS Report

5.A.8. Cafeteria Report

6. Consent Agenda

6.A. Consider Approval of Board Meeting Minute(s).

6.A.1. Regular Meeting of March 26, 2026

6.B. Consider and Approve Ratification of Payment of Invoices.
                     March 2026 Payments

6.C. Consider and Approve Bond Projects/Payments.

6.C.1. Gallagher Construction
  (Monthly Payment)

6.C.2. SAP 3 Rentals
(Elementary Playground Covering 1st Draw)

6.C.3. Hellas 
(Track)

6.C.4. Duval Energy 
(Concession Stand)

6.C.5. Raba Kistner
(GEO Testing @Track)

6.C.6. Andy's Auto Air & Supplies
(Bus Repairs)

7. Action Items

7.A. Consider and Approve Rural School RSIZ/Tradewids Partnership with TAMUK.

7.B. Consider and Approve Budget Amendment(s).

7.C. Consider and Approve Bond Project: Turf Field Project from Buyboard TIPS Vendors Presented by Gallagher.

7.D. Consider and Approve Bond Project: Payment for Performance Bond for Turf Field Projects.

7.E. Consider and Approve Bond Project: Door Replacement Project @ Collegiate Campus with Bond Funds.

7.F. Consider and Approve Bond Project: Trane Kitchen Equipment for Cafeteria Improvements with Bond Funds.

7.G. Consider and Approve Bond Project: Solar Gate Camera System with Bond Funds.

7.H. Consider and Approve Purchase of a Suburban and/or Activity Van Reimbursed with YASS Money.

7.I. Consider and Approve Compliance with SB546 School Bus Seat Belt Requirement.

7.J. Consider and Approve Trafera, LLC for the Purchase of Technology Equipment in the amount of $16,720.00 and $14,400.00.

7.K. Consider and Approve Payment to UMOS In Accordance with Early Childhood Partnership Memorandum of Understanding.

7.L. Consider and Approve Payment to Fort Davis In Accordance with Early Childhood Partnership Memorandum of Understanding.

7.M. Consider and Approve HVAC Electrical Class Rolling Steel Door Installation to be Reimbursed by NIFA Grant.

7.N. Consider and Approve Instructional Material Allotment and TEKS Certification for 2026-2027 School Year.

7.O. Consider and Approve New Library Book List.

7.P. Consider and Approve Engagement Letter for External Auditor.

EXECUTIVE SESSION:

The Board will enter into Closed Session in accordance with the Texas Open Meeting Act, Texas Government Code 551.071 and  551.074 to Deliberate and Consider the Following:

1. Personnel

1.A. Resignation/Retirement/Reassignment/Hiring

1.B. Information on Teacher Contracts

1.C. Discuss Student to Teacher Staff Ratio & Employee Attendance

1.D. Consultation with Attorney in reference to lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court Jose A. Hernandez, as next friend of J.H. v. Benavides ISD

1.E. Discuss District Contract/Legal Matter with School Attorney

OPEN SESSION:

Return to Open Session and Take Necessary Action on Matters Which the Board May Discuss in Closed Session and Upon Which Action May be Taken.

1. Personnel

1.A. Resignation/Retirement/Reassignment/Hiring

1.B. Information on Teacher Contracts

1.C. Discuss Student to Teacher Staff Ratio & Employee Attendance

1.D. Consultation with Attorney in reference to lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court Jose A. Hernandez, as next friend of J.H. v. Benavides ISD

1.E. Discuss District Contract/Legal Matter with School Attorney

Closing Business

1. The Board May Set Dates for Special Meetings and Hearings and Information Regarding Other Special Dates

2. Agenda Items:  Members of the Board May Submit Requests or Information to be Considered at the Next Regular Board Meeting

3. Members of the Board of Trustees' Comments or Announcements

Adjourn