October 29, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting

I. Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance

II. Social Contract

1. Maintain Professionalism 

2. Honor the Golden Rule and one another 

3. Give adequate time for open discussion by everyone 

4. Remember the vision and motto 

5. Come prepared and focus on the agenda 

6. Be respectful of differences 

III. Public Forum/Citizens Comments

This meeting will be held in person at the above location and will also be live streamed.  Seating may necessitate the use of more than one room in the administration building subject to the capacity that can safely convene.  

The public may access this meeting by calling the following toll-free number: 1 346 248 7799 Meeting ID: Passcode:; by the following link:
Regular Board Meeting - October 29, 2026 @ 6:00 pm

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An electronic copy of the agenda may be viewed at the following link: https://www.whartonisd.net/our-district/board-information/links-board-meetings  

Any member of the public who wishes to address the Board on an agenda item who will not be physically present, may request in writing to address the Board virtually or submit written comments to the following email box:  nsnow@whartonisd.net no later than 4:00 PM on 10/20/2026. Comments may be limited in length depending on the number received.

IV. Public Hearing to discuss the Targeted Improvement Plan for Wharton Junior High.

V. Commendations/Recognitions

VI. Consent Agenda

VI.A. Approve the renewal of the District's flood insurance policy.

VI.B. Approve Monthly Financial Reports

VI.C. Approve Meeting Minutes for Regular Meeting on September 17, 2026

VI.D. Approve Meeting Minutes for Special Meeting on October 7, 2026

VI.F. Consideration and possible approval of consent agenda

VII. Action Items

VII.A. Consideration and possible action to approve the Targeted Improvement Plan for Wharton Junior High.

VII.B. Consideration and possible action to approve the MOU between Boys & Girls Club and Wharton ISD.

VII.C. Consideration and possible action to Approve Budget Amendment

VIII. Reports

VIII.A. Emergent Bilingual Program Report

IX. Adjourn to Closed Meeting pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, 551.071, and 551.082 of the Open Meetings Act for the following purpose:

IX.A. Discussion and legal consultation regarding student disciplinary matters 

IX.B. Discussion and legal consultation regarding Board Member Roles and Responsibilities

IX.C. Discussion and legal consultation regarding Superintendent Evaluation Instrument and Goals

X. Reconvene Open Meeting

X.A. Possible action regarding Superintendent Evaluation Instrument and Goals

XI. Request for Information 

XII. Adjournment