February 11, 2026 at 5:30 PM - Agenda of Briefing Meeting
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1. CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM
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2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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3. PUBLIC COMMENT (AGENDA ITEMS ONLY)
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4. DISCUSSION/REPORTS
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4.A. CSA (Regulation) - Facility Standards; Safety and Security
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4.B. DC (Regulation) - Employment Practices
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4.C. FM (Exhibit A) - Student Activities
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5. BOARD BRIEFING
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5.A. Administrative Services Department
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5.A.1. Proclamation for Theater in Schools Month, March 2026
Description:
INFO: **The Texas Thespians Chapter of the National Educational Theater Association each year recognizes the month of March as Theater in School Month. The Department of Fine Arts requests the SISD School Board to approve the proclamation to honor our theater programs, students, and teachers in the month of March.
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5.A.2. Requests for Extension
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5.A.2.a. Fire Alarm Upgrades, Maintenance and Services - RFP No. E2355
Description:
INFO: **Extend for an additional one-year through April 18, 2027, which is the third and final possible extension. (Maximum $175,000.00 - Budgeted General Fund)
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5.A.2.b. Landscaping, Xeriscaping and Masonry Services - RFP No. E2520
Description:
INFO: **Extend for an additional one-year, through April 4, 2027, which represents the first available option to extend under the original solicitation. (Maximum $150,000.00 - Budgeted General Fund)
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5.A.2.c. Medical Services for Athletic Events, RFQ No. E2359
Description:
INFO: **Extend for an additional one-year, through May 31, 2027, which is the second possible extension. (Maximum $90,000.00 - Budgeted General Funds)
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5.A.3. Revisions to Local Policy - TASB Update 126
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5.A.3.a. CSA (Local) - Facility Standards; Safety and Security
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5.A.3.b. EHBAF (Local) - Special Education; Video/Audio Monitoring (previous Board approval on 11/19/2025-additional revisions have been made as a recommendation by TASB and District Legal advise)
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5.A.4. Senate Bill 11 on Daily Prayer Time
Description:
INFO: **A board wishing to establish a daily period for prayers and reading of religious texts must do so by adopting the statutory resolution.
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5.B. Curriculum & Instruction Department
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5.B.1. Academic Services
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5.B.1.a. 2025-2026 Updated Professional Development Plan
Description:
INFO: **This plan details the annual professional development plan as outlined by DMA Local, the professional development clearinghouse. State Board of Certification, and guided by the Texas Association of School Board's School District Training Chart. This plan was approved by the Board of Trustees in July 2025; additional changes have been made by applicable departments and all changes are highlighted in yellow.
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5.B.1.b. 2026-2027 District Calendar
Description:
INFO **The District is fulfilling the requirement of developing a district calendar for the 2026-2027 school year. Board approval affords District and campus personnel time to be able to sufficiently plan for the next school year.
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5.B.1.c. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) - Tech US Texas
Description:
INFO: **For the placement of TU teacher candidates for internships, clinical teaching, and other field-based experiences within Socorro ISD. The agreement establishes protocols consistent with TEA educator preparation standards and District operational procedures. (No cost to the District)
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5.B.1.d. School Improvement Plans
Description:
INFO: **These improvement plans support and focus on Student Achievement and Growth, specifically by improving the academic achievement of all students.
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5.B.1.d.1. Chester E. Jordan Elementary School
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5.B.1.d.2. Ernesto Serna Fine Arts Academy
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5.B.1.d.3. Socorro Middle School
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5.B.2. Secondary Education
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5.B.2.a. Don Haskins UTEP 2026 Graduation Contract
Description:
INFO: **Use of facilities at Don Haskins (UTEP) for Spring 2026 High School Graduation, Friday, June 5, 2026, and Saturday, June 6, 2026.
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5.B.2.b. Interlocal Agreement - University Medical Center of El Paso-Lab Services
Description:
INFO: **Renewal for the laboratory services for students in the Health Professions Academy clinical rotation sites. (Maximum $8,000.00 - Budgeted CTE Funds PIC22)
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5.B.2.c. Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs)
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5.B.2.c.1. Lamar University
Description:
INFO: **For the placement of School Counselor Interns at Socorro ISD campuses to serve under the supervision of a certified school counselor with a minimum of three (3) years of professional experience. (No cost to the District)
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5.B.2.c.2. Renewal - Vida Health Center-Be You Adolescent Health Program
Description:
INFO: **To continue providing high-quality behavioral health services: placing a PVHC Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician and a Navigator. (No cost to the District)
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5.C. Emergency Management
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5.C.1. Security Uniform, Equipment, and Accessories Supplies - RFP No. E2629
Description:
INFO: **To procure security uniforms, equipment, and related supplies that support campus safety operations. (Maximum $110,000.00 - TEA Safe Cycle II Grant and Budgeted General Fund)
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5.D. Financial Services Department
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5.D.1. Budget Amendments for February 2026
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5.D.1.a. Amendments for February 18, 2026
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5.D.2. Financial Report and Quarterly Investment Report as of December 31, 2025
Description:
INFO: **Each month, financial statements are prepared to provide the Board of Trustees a summary of the District's financial position. Each quarter, an investment report is prepared to present the Board of Trustees with a summary of all investment transactions for funds governed by the Public Funds Investment Act.
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5.D.3. National School Breakfast Week Proclamation - March 2-6, 2026
Description:
INFO: **All across the Nation, NSBW is celebrated allowing districts throughout the country to showcase their Breakfast Programs.
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5.D.4. Payment of Bills
Description:
INFO: **Summary of payments made in the month of December 2025.
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5.D.5. Property Tax Report
Description:
INFO: **Property tax collection analysis for the month of December 2025.
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5.D.6. Purchasing Cooperative - ESC Region 19 Allied States Cooperative Contract #25-7529 Linen Sales, Rentals and Service
Description:
INFO: **For the procurement of dishcloths and dust mop services, achieving a significant cost savings through volume purchasing while securing the best overall value.
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5.D.7. Resolutions
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5.D.7.a. Resolution Stating Review of Investment Policy
Description:
INFO: **The Board of Trustees will review the Investment Strategies and Investment Policy of Socorro ISD as required by the Public Funds Investment Act.
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5.D.7.b. Resolution Approving Independent Sources for Investment Training and Designation of Investment Officers
Description:
INFO: **Resolution to approve an independent source for training for the investment officers.
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5.D.7.c. Resolution to Approve List of Current Brokers and Investment Pools
Description:
INFO: **The Public Funds Investment Act (PFIA) requires the Board of Trustees to approve and adopt a list of brokers and investment pools.
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5.E. Human Resources Department
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5.E.1. Policy Revisions: DC (Local) - Employment Practices
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5.E.2. Purchasing Cooperative - Region 19 Allied Estates Contract #25-7525, USI Southwest Inc.
Description:
INFO: **To provide Professional Malpractice Insurance as the district's employee health clinic physician contract requires placement of the tail coverage for the stated period. (Maximum $39,226.24 - Budgeted General/Health Insurance Fund)
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5.F. Police Services
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5.F.1. Interlocal Agreement(s)
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5.F.1.a. SISD Police Department and El Paso County Sheriff's Office for their use of the incinerator
Description:
INFO: **The proper disposal of narcotic evidence is critical to be in accordance with State law and for the Department accreditation process. (Maximum $1.25 per pound of narcotics - Budgeted General Funds)
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5.F.1.b. SISD Police Department and Ysleta Pueblo Del Sur Tribal Department of Public Safety/Tribal Police Department
Description:
INFO: **Texas House Bill 33, Sec. 722.014, Section c, item #1, requires Police Agencies to give priority to establishing the interoperability of communications equipment among departments. This Agreement allows both police agencies the use of each other's radio frequencies in the event of a mass casualty or any emergency event. (No cost to the District)
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5.F.2. Resolution Office of the Governor - Active Attack Response Equipment Grant Program, FY 2027
Description:
INFO: **For law enforcement agencies to equip peace officers with bullet-resistant shields and breaching tools.
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5.G. Technology Services Department
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5.G.1. District Network Electronics - RFP No. E2619 (Effective Date Amendment)
Description:
INFO: **The Department of Technology Services respectfully requests that the effective date be amended to February 19, 2026, for this bid award. (Maximum $4,000,000.00 previously approved - School and Libraries Division [E-Rate Program] and Budgeted General Fund)
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5.G.2. Purchasing Cooperative - Data Center Server, Region 14 ESC-OMNIA Contract #01-146 Technology Solutions, Products and Services
Description:
INFO: **For the purchase of Data Center Servers from Decision Tree Inc. (Maximum $263,937.00 - Budgeted General Technology Funds)
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5.G.3. Resolution Office of the Governor - Juvenile Justice & Youth Diversion Grant Program, FY2027
Description:
INFO: **To prevent violence in and around school; and to improve the juvenile justice system by providing mental health services, truancy prevention, diversion services and intervention through community-based school programs.
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5.G.4. SB 13 Book List Submission for Library Services
Description:
INFO: **Submission of the SB 13-compliant recommended book list for board approval. The list includes new titles not previously owned or submitted, ensuring compliance with state law and district policy.
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6. ADJOURN
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