January 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM - Regular Board Meeting
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1. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
The Board President officially opens the meeting, establishes a quorum if present, and calls the meeting to order at the stated time.
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2. INVOCATION:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
A brief invocation is offered to open the meeting.
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3. VERIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH OPEN MEETING LAW:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
This item certifies that the meeting was properly posted and conducted in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, as required by Texas Government Code, Section 551.001.
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4. PUBLIC COMMENT:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
All persons who address the Board at this time must sign up before the meeting begins.
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5. OPENING REMARKS BY THE SUPERINTENDENT:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Superintendent provides brief opening remarks to set the context and tone for the meeting.
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6. CONSENT AGENDA:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
Items listed on the Consent Agenda are considered routine and are approved together in a single action, unless a Board member requests an item be removed for separate discussion or consideration.
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6.a. Confirm upcoming Board meeting date(s):
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
Next Meeting Date:
February 19, 2026 Future Meeting Dates: March 23, 2026 April 20, 2026 May 18, 2026 June 22, 2026 |
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6.b. Approval of the minutes of previous meeting(s):
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
The minutes of the December 18, 2025, meeting are submitted for review and approval under the Consent Agenda, as presented, unless any corrections are noted.
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6.c. Assistant Superintendent Report:
Speaker(s):
Jessica Crabb, Asst. Superintendent/CFO
Description:
The Assistant Superintendent/CFO will provide an update on all relevant financial records including, (a) Board Report, (b) Cafeteria Report, (c) Check Report, (d) Investment Report, (e) Tax Report, and other information as needed.
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6.d. EPEC Report:
Speaker(s):
Kris Lamm, EPEC Director, or Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The EPEC Director(s) will provide an update for the special education cooperative and the Lorenzo Independent School District students served in the Cooperative.
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6.e. Teaching and Learning Report:
Speaker(s):
Amanda Haire, Director of Teaching and Learning or Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Director of Teaching and Learning will provide an update for Pre-K through Grade 12 to include important initiatives, programs, activities, assessment data, and key occurrences.
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6.f. Student Success Report:
Speaker(s):
Kelcey Wormsbaker, Director of Student Success/Principal, or Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Secondary Principal will provide an update for Grades 6 through Grade 12, including important initiatives, programs, activities, assessment data, and key occurrences.
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6.g. Athletic Report:
Speaker(s):
Brian Sepkowitz, Athletic Director, or Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Athletic Director will provide an update on athletics, including, upcoming games, important initiatives, programs, activities, key occurrences.
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6.h. Safety and Security Report:
Speaker(s):
Adam Ortiz, Dir. of Safety and Security, or Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Director of Safety and School Security will provide a general update concerning areas of need, recent achievements, and safety and school security initiatives.
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6.i. Technology Report:
Speaker(s):
Danny Thomas, Director of IT, or Dr. Gregory C. Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Technology Director will provide an update on technology, including, important initiatives, programs, activities, key occurrences, recent purchases, and hardware, software, or infrastructure needs.
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6.j. Operations Report:
Speaker(s):
Omar Villegas, Director of Operations, or Dr. Gregory C. Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Operations Director will provide an update on maintenance, custodial, and transportation-related initiatives and key occurrences.
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6.k. Guidance and Counseling Report:
Speaker(s):
Angela Moreno, District counselor, or Jessica Crabb, Assistant Superintendent
Description:
The District Counselor will provide an update concerning current guidance and counseling initiatives, including student support services, academic and career counseling, social-emotional learning programs, and data on student engagement and wellness. The report will also highlight ongoing efforts to address student needs through prevention programs, individual and group counseling sessions, and coordination with staff and community resources to promote student success and well-being.
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6.l. Health and Wellness Report:
Speaker(s):
Laura West, Direct Nurse, or Jessica Crabb, Asst. Superintendent/CFO
Description:
The School Nurse will provide an update on our school nursing program, including current initiatives, activities, key occurrences, and any specific concerns related to outbreaks or illnesses resulting in higher-than-normal employee and or student absence.
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6.m. Human Resources Report:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Board receives updates and information related to staffing, personnel actions, and human resources operations.
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7. DISCUSSION ITEMS:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
Items presented for Board discussion, information sharing, and consideration, with no formal action taken unless otherwise noted.
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7.a. PRESENTATION, LETTER CONCERNING STATE-ORGANIZED PRAYER (SB11):
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Board will receive and review a letter concerning State-Organized Prayer under Senate Bill 11 (SB11). This item is presented for informational purposes only. The letter is being shared with the Board to ensure awareness and transparency. No Board action is required, as the Board has previously considered and ruled on the required action related to this matter in accordance with applicable law.
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7.b. BOARD TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Board will be informed of upcoming opportunities to complete the required Elected Independent School Official (EISO) training through Region 17. The available training dates are February 9, March 9, and April 2. Each session is a full three-hour training, excluding breaks, beginning at 6:00 pm and concluding at approximately 9:00 pm. Dinner will begin at 5:30 pm.
If all Board members attend together, participants may receive credit for both Team of Eight training and EISO requirements. Board members who are off-cycle may attend individually to meet EISO requirements. Attendance as a full Board is encouraged but not required. Region 17 will provide a meal for attendees, with food available beginning at 5:30 pm to allow the training to begin promptly at 6:00 pm. Registration is required and will be completed through the Region 17 EISO and Team of Eight Board Training registration process. No Board action is required at this time, as this item is presented for informational and planning purposes only. |
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8. POSSIBLE REQUEST TO MOVE TO A CLOSED MEETING TO DELIBERATE UNDER SECTION 551.074 REGARDING PERSONNEL MATTERS AND/OR SECTION 551.076 REGARDING SECURITY DEVICES OR SECURITY AUDITS:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
As per Texas Law, the Board may convene in Closed Session to discuss any item on this agenda when authorized by law. Any closed session will be held in accordance with the Texas Government Code, including, but not limited to, the following provisions: • Section 551.071, Consultation with Attorney Any action resulting from discussions held in closed session will be taken in open session. |
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9. ACTION ITEMS:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
Items presented for Board consideration and possible approval that require formal Board action. |
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9.a. PRESENTATION AND REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING A CONSTRUCTION DELIVERY METHOD FOR DISTRICT ROOF REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR PROJECTS, DELEGATING AUTHORITY TO THE SUPERINTENDENT FOR CONTRACTOR PROCUREMENT, AND AUTHORIZING RELATED ACTIONS:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
Paul Bradford (Brad) Draper will present information to the Board regarding the roofing replacement and repair projects related to the storm damage claim with TASB Risk Management. This item includes consideration and possible action on a resolution designating the construction delivery method for the District’s roof replacement and repair projects, delegating authority to the Superintendent to take necessary actions related to the procurement of a contractor, and authorizing related actions as needed to move the project forward.
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9.b. PRESENTATION AND REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF A PLAN FOR INSTRUCTIONAL STAFFING TO COMPLY WITH HOUSE BILL (HB) 2 OF THE 89TH TEXAS LEGISLATURE:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The administration will present for discussion and possible approval a multi-year compliance plan aligned with the requirements of Texas House Bill 2 (HB 2), addressing updated state requirements for teacher certification and the lawful transition of instructional staffing practices as permitted under Texas law.
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9.c. PRESENTATION AND REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE 2024-2025 ANNUAL FINANCIAL AUDIT REPORT.
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Jessica Crabb, Asst. Superintendent/CFO
Description:
The 2024-2025 Financial Audit Report was presented by the district’s auditing firm on September 22, 2025. At that time, the final report was not available due to the U.S. government shutdown. The final report is now available, and the administration requests Board approval of the 2024-2025 Annual Financial Report.
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9.d. PRESENTATION AND REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE FINDINGS AND REQUIRED REPORTING RELATED TO TEXAS SENATE BILL 546 SCHOOL BUS SEAT BELT REQUIREMENTS:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Administration will present information and request Board consideration regarding district compliance with Texas Senate Bill 546 (SB 546) school bus seat belt requirements. The presentation will include a report of the district’s current school bus fleet seat belt inventory, including the number of buses without seat belts, with two-point seat belts, and with three-point seat belts, along with the estimated cost to equip all buses with three-point seat belts. |
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9.e. ACTION ITEMS RELATED TO MAY 2, 2026, BOARD ELECTIONS
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
These agenda items may include a presentation and discussion of an item with a request for approval. The Board may take action to approve or reject these items.
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9.e.1. Consider and possible action to order a General Election of two (2) at-large trustee positions to be held on May 2, 2026.
Tomar en consideración y posiblemente tomar las medidas necesarias para ordenar Elecciones Generales para cubrir dos (2) puestos de miembros generales del consejo directivo, que se llevarán a cabo el 2 de mayo de 2026.
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
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9.e.2. Consider Board approval of the Notice and Order of General Election for Early Voting and for Election Day.
Tomar en consideración la aprobación por parte del Consejo Directivo de la Notificación y la Orden de Elecciones Generales para la Votación Anticipada y para el Día de las Elecciones.
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
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9.e.3. Consider and possible approval of Resolution to have a joint election on May 2, 2026, with the City or Lorenzo.
Tomar en consideración y posible aprobación de la Resolución para celebrar elecciones conjuntas el 2 de mayo de 2026 con la Ciudad de Lorenzo.
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
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9.e.4. Consider and possible approval of the Joint Election Agreement with the City of Lorenzo.
Tomar en consideración y posible aprobación del Acuerdo de Elecciones Conjuntas con la Ciudad de Lorenzo.
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
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9.e.5. Consider and possible approval to appoint Esmer Alcala as the Elections Administrator.
Tomar en consideración y posiblemente aprobar el nombramiento de Esmer Alcala como el Administradora de Elecciones.
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
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9.e.6. Consider and possible approval to appoint Esmer Alcala as Early Voting Clerk.
Tomar en consideración y posiblemente aprobar el nombramiento de Esmer Alcala como de Secretaria de Votación Anticipada.
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
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9.f. DISCUSSION AND REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL APPRAISAL, SUPERINTENDENT'S EVALUATION TIMELINE, TEMPLATE, AND EVALUATION CRITERIA IN ACCORDANCE WITH BOARD POLICY BJCD (LOCAL).
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
The Board of Trustees will discuss and consider the evaluation of the Superintendent. The Board may discuss this agenda item during an Closed Session to discuss personnel matters pursuant to § 551.0745 of the Texas Government Code.
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9.g. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE APPROVAL OF SUPERINTENDENT'S CONTRACT:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
The Board of Trustees may discuss the Superintendent’s contract, including the possible extension of the Superintendent’s contract. The Board may discuss this agenda item in Executive Session to address personnel matters pursuant to § 551.0745 of the Texas Government Code.
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10. CLOSING REMARKS BY THE SUPERINTENDENT:
Speaker(s):
Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent
Description:
The Superintendent provides brief closing remarks and final updates to conclude the meeting.
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11. ADJOURNMENT:
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
Description:
The Board President formally adjourns the meeting.
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12. PUBLIC POSTING:
This notice was posted on Thursday, January 15, 2026, in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, by Dr. Gregory Nelson, Superintendent, Lorenzo ISD.
Speaker(s):
Brandon Aycock, Board President
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