Meeting Agenda
1) CALL TO ORDER/ESTABLISHMENT OF QUORUM
1)a. Invocation 
1)b. Pledges
1)c. Roll Call 
2) RECOGNITIONS
3) OPEN FORUM
4) CONSENT AGENDA
4)a. Consider Approval of May 11, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes
4)b. Consider and Take Action on TASB Localized Policy Update 127
4)c. Consider Approval of Resolution for Hazardous Bus Routes for the School Year 2026-2027
4)d. Budget Amendment
4)e. Approval of Low Attendance Day Waiver Application 
5) REPORT ITEMS
5)a. Superintendent's Report
5)b. Attendance Report
5)c. Financial Report
6) DISCUSSION AND/OR POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS
6)a. Consider and Take Possible Action Regarding the Structure for Conducting a Level lll Grievance Hearing
6)b. Consider and Take Possible Action Regarding Approval of a Sanitary Easement Agreement
6)c. Consider and Possible Action Regarding Annual Certification of Compliance Under Texas Education Code §39.008,11.005(c), and 28.0022(h)
6)d. Notice of Intent to Apply for Federal Grants
7) EXECUTIVE SESSION
7)a. Pursuant to Section 551.074 of the Texas Government Code, Personnel Matters. 
Deliberations concerning the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of public officer or employee. 
7)b. Pursuant to Section 551.074 of the Texas Government Code, Consultation with the District's Attorney. 
8) RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION FOR POSSIBLE ACTION ON ITEMS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION.
9) ADJOURNMENT
Agenda Item Details Reload Your Meeting
Meeting: June 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Regular Meeting
Subject:
1) CALL TO ORDER/ESTABLISHMENT OF QUORUM
Subject:
1)a. Invocation 
Subject:
1)b. Pledges
Subject:
1)c. Roll Call 
Subject:
2) RECOGNITIONS
Description:
Student of the Month
Subject:
3) OPEN FORUM
Description:
 
Subject:
4) CONSENT AGENDA
Description:
All persons who address the Board at this time must complete a registration form before the meeting begins. Each Speaker is limited to 5 minutes. No action may be taken regarding the information received by the board. The topic must be placed on the agenda at a future meeting to receive deliberate action.
Subject:
4)a. Consider Approval of May 11, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes
Subject:
4)b. Consider and Take Action on TASB Localized Policy Update 127
Description:
The Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) provides localized policy updates to align district policies with changes in law, regulations, and best practices.  Update 127 has been reviewed by administration and is presented for adoption.

The Administration recommends that the Board of Trustees adopt TASB Localized Policy Update 127.
Subject:
4)c. Consider Approval of Resolution for Hazardous Bus Routes for the School Year 2026-2027
Subject:
4)d. Budget Amendment
Subject:
4)e. Approval of Low Attendance Day Waiver Application 
Description:
Background:
Texas law permits school districts to apply to the Texas Education Agency (TEA) for a Low Attendance Day Waiver when student attendance falls significantly below normal levels due to extraordinary circumstances, such as weather events, public health concerns, or other qualifying factors. 
 
Recommendation:
Administration recommends approval of the submission of a Low Attendance Day Waiver to the Texas Education Agency for one day of the 2025-2026 school year. Approval of this waiver will allow the district to avoid adverse funding impact associated with unusually low attendance on the specified date.

Board Action Requested:
Approve the submission of a Low Attendance Day Waiver application to the Texas Education Agency.
Subject:
5) REPORT ITEMS
Subject:
5)a. Superintendent's Report
Subject:
5)b. Attendance Report
Subject:
5)c. Financial Report
Subject:
6) DISCUSSION AND/OR POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS
Subject:
6)a. Consider and Take Possible Action Regarding the Structure for Conducting a Level lll Grievance Hearing
Description:
The Board will discuss and determine whether a Level lll grievance hearing will be conducted before the full Board of Trustees or delegated to a Board committee in accordance with applicable Texas law and district policy.

Discuss and take possible action regarding the Board's preference for conducting the Level lll grievance hearing as a full Board or through a designated committee of the Board.
Subject:
6)b. Consider and Take Possible Action Regarding Approval of a Sanitary Easement Agreement
Description:
The Board will consider approval of a resolution granting the City a 150-foot sanitary easement surrounding the planned project water well site, as reflected on the proposed site layout.  The easement is needed to meet Texas Commission of Environmental Quality standards.

Background Information:
The proposed easement area has been identified on the site layout provided for Board review.  Granting the easement will assist in ensuring adequate future water supply to the city of Big Sandy including Big Sandy ISD.  Legal documentation will be finalized in accordance with applicable law and reviewed by the District's legal counsel prior to execution.
Subject:
6)c. Consider and Possible Action Regarding Annual Certification of Compliance Under Texas Education Code §39.008,11.005(c), and 28.0022(h)
Description:

Background:
Texas Education Code §§39.008, 11.005(c), and 28.0022(h) require the Board of Trustees to annually certify to the Texas Education Agency that the District has adopted and implemented the required policies and procedures related to instructional materials and compliance with state law. The Board must also provide an opportunity for public testimony prior to taking action on the certification.

Administration will present the required certification information, including notification procedures provided to employees and contractors and any policy or procedural updates made to ensure compliance.

Recommended Action:
Consider and take possible action to approve the annual certification of compliance as required by Texas Education Code §§39.008, 11.005(c), and 28.0022(h).


 
Subject:
6)d. Notice of Intent to Apply for Federal Grants
Description:
Purpose
This is a notice to inform the Board of Trustees of our intent to apply for federal funding for the 2026-2027 school year.  As part of the grant process, our Notice of Intent to Apply and Request for Public Comment will be posted on the Big Sandy ISD website on June 9, 2026.

Background
District administration continually seeks external funding opportunities to supplement local and state resources.  Federal grants may provide financial support for academic programs, special population, career and technical education, student support services, technology initiatives, school safety efforts, professional development, and other district priorities.  The submission of grant applications is conducted in accordance with applicable federal requirements and district procedures.

Recommended Board Communication
This item is presented for informational purposes only. No Board action is required at this time.  Administration will provide updates regarding grant awards and implementation as appropriate.
Subject:
7) EXECUTIVE SESSION
Description:
Consider and discuss hiring Superintendent and approval of Superintendent contract, pursuant to Tex. Government Code section 551.074.
Subject:
7)a. Pursuant to Section 551.074 of the Texas Government Code, Personnel Matters. 
Deliberations concerning the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of public officer or employee. 
Subject:
7)b. Pursuant to Section 551.074 of the Texas Government Code, Consultation with the District's Attorney. 
Subject:
8) RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION FOR POSSIBLE ACTION ON ITEMS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION.
Subject:
9) ADJOURNMENT

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