March 24, 2025 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting

Description:  It has been found and determined that in accordance with the policies and orders of the Board, the notice of this meeting was posted publicly at the Administration Building in accordance with the terms and provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Section 551.001 et. seq., and that all of the terms of said article have been fully complied with and that the 72-hour notice required has been properly and correctly given.

Description:  At this time, the Board will listen to comments from the public and others regarding both agenda action items and items that are not on the agenda. No action may be taken on non-agenda items. Public participation is limited to the designated open forum portion of a regular meeting. Any person wishing to address the Board concerning an item on the agenda for an open meeting must register with the Board secretary by email at egilpin@hfhorns.net no later than 10:00 a.m. the day of the Board meeting.  Any person wishing to address the Board concerning an item not on the Agenda can register with the Board Secretary at any time prior to the Board meeting.  Speakers will not be permitted to criticize HFISD employees, whether addressing the Board on an Agenda item or a subject not on the posted Agenda.

Description:  As a result of the ongoing bond projects, the board will continue to receive monthly updates and information throughout the life of the projects to their completion.
The administration, architects, and/or the CMaR will discuss general items and answer questions for the board.  In addition, specific items will be discussed relating to, but not limited to, consideration of extending the CMaR’s substantial complete date, the construction progress to date, and approving potential change orders or bids. 

Description:  The board began long-range facility planning efforts in 2018 which ultimately culminated in the passing of two bonds: one in 2020 and the other in 2021. Major additions and renovations to the high school have been completed, the stadium concession facility has been completed, and the agricultural project center is in the construction document phase of design and almost ready for bid. The district purchased a fleet of 25 buses in 2018, and the district needs a long-range purchase/replacement plan.
Since it has been over five years that the board began long-range planning for facilities, revisiting the needs of the district is appropriate at this time. 
 

Description:  On August 19, 2020, three board members and the superintendent attended Region 5 Educational Service Center’s School Board Conference.  At the conference, Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) was one of the session topics.  At its August 24, 2020, board meeting, the board discussed TIA and the possibility of the district participating in the state’s TIA program. The administration engaged in the planning process in 2023, but a stakeholder survey indicated that 75% of teachers were in opposition to TIA. 
All school districts, regardless of whether the district opted to participate in TIA, must have a spending plan. Each school board must certify annually that 90% of the funds received for TIA will be spent on the campus in which the teacher(s) earning TIA are assigned.
 

Description:  Bluebonnet Learning Math is a comprehensive mathematics curriculum designed to enhance student proficiency in foundational and advanced mathematical concepts. As a high-quality instructional material (HQIM), Bluebonnet Learning Math provides a structured, research-based approach that allows educators to shift their focus from extensive lesson planning to internalizing instructional strategies and delivering effective, conceptually rich lessons.
The district has created a framework for transition to HQIM, Bluebonnet Learning math.
 

Description: 

The Board of Trustees have been supplied with detailed background information regarding each item of business on the "Consent Agenda" if one is so indicated, or it has been discussed at a previous meeting of the Board. All items will be acted upon by one vote without being discussed separately.  If requested by a Board member, individual items may be removed from the"Consent Agenda" to be discussed and voted upon separately.  All items are as recommended by the Superintendent.

Description:  In conjunction with Hamshire-Fannett ISD Board policy, it is a requirement that the minutes of the previous Board meeting(s) be approved by the Board at a subsequent Board Meeting.

A copy of the minutes is included in each Board member’s agenda packet for perusal and awaits Board action.
 

Description:   It is a customary and accepted Board procedure as a standard order of business at regular Board meetings for the Board to take action in relation to the approval of expenditures for the elapsed period since the last Board meeting.
Pertinent information relating to the financial condition of the District and the resolution of district indebtedness is provided for Board perusal and utilization.

Description:  It is a requirement of TEA accounting procedures that the annual budget be amended as necessary throughout the budget year.
The Board is aware of the need for the budget amendment for the 2024-2025 fiscal year as presented in the attachment.

Description:  The Texas Education Agency requires the local Board of Trustees to approve the instruction materials allotment and TEKS certification form each year.
A copy of the 2025-2026 Allotment and TEKS certification form is attached with textbook information for each core area class that Hamshire-Fannett ISD has adopted.  All core area textbooks at each grade level meet 100% of the TEKS (Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills.)

Description:  The Texas Education Code (TEC) §25.081 waiver allows the district or charter school to train staff on various educational strategies designed to improve student performance in lieu of a maximum of:

• 2,100 minutes of student instruction for districts and charter schools that provide operational and instructional minutes; or
• 5 days of student instruction for charter schools that provide 180 days of operation
• Consider approving the TEC 25.081 waiver to allow 2100 minutes (5 days) to be used in lieu of student instruction hours on the 25-26 school calendar. This time will be used before the first day of school in preparation for instruction for the school year.

Description:  The Board May Convene into Closed (executive) session, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, TX Govt. Code 551.001, Subchapters D and E or Texas Govt Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting.  All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.
 

Description:  The district currently has one or more vacant positons.  Interviews are currently being conducted, and the Superintendent will bring recommendations for the position(s) to this Board meeting, if feasible.

Any action, decision or final vote with regard to any matter considered in such closed session, shall be made in open session.

Description:  Consider and, if appropriate, take action on the Level 3  grievance.  The grievance hearing will be conducted in closed (executive) session, in accordance with section §551,081(a)(2), Texas Gov't. Code.  Any action, decision or vote referable to this grievance will be taken in open session.

The Board of Trustees may elect to consult with its attorney in closed (executive) session, both before and/or after the grievance hearing, regarding the legal aspects of grievance, as permitted by section §551.071(2) Texas Gov't. Code.

Description: 

The District currently has one or more vacant positions.  Interviews are currently being conducted, and the Superintendent will bring recommendations for the position(s) to this Board Meeting, if feasible.

Description:  It is possible that one or more resignations could be in the process of being submitted to the Superintendent.
If received, the Superintendent will present letters of resignation for board information.