April 22, 2024 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting
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1) Call to Order/Establishment of a Quorum
Description:
Announcement that this meeting of the Godley Independent School District has been duly called and that notice of this meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Section 551.043 of the Texas Government Code.
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2) Invocation
Presenter:
RB Godley Ambassadors
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3) Recognition
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3)a) State Swim Contestant
Presenter:
Kurtis Flood, GHS Principal
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3)b) Technology Student Association State Competitors
Presenter:
Kurtis Flood, GHS Principal
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3)c) Godley High School Soccer
Presenter:
Kurtis Flood, GHS Principal
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3)d) Godley ISD Campus Teachers and Paraprofessionals of the Year
Presenter:
Jason Karnes, Assistant Superintendent
Description:
Each year the district names campus teachers and paraprofessionals of the year.
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4) Campus Spotlight - RB Godley Elementary School
Presenter:
Jodie Dickson, Principal
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5) Public Participation
Description:
Audience participation at a Board meeting is limited to the public comment portion of the meeting designated for that purpose. Per H.B. 2840 all public comments shall be limited only to items on the board agenda for consideration. At all other times during a Board meeting, the audience shall not enter into discussion or debate on matters being considered by the Board, unless requested by the presiding officer. BED(LOCAL)
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6) Superintendent Reports
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6)a) Construction Update
Description:
Reeder Construction and S & P Construction will give updates on current projects.
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6)b) Phase 2 - WILD Move In Update
Presenter:
Dr. Nikki Nix, Director of CTE
Description:
The WILD opened to students on 4/15/24. We will update you and share photos of the move to the new building. |
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6)c) Phase 2 Fine Arts Move In Update
Presenter:
Joe Walker, Director of Fine Arts
Description:
The Fine Arts area at the high school opened to students on 4/15/24. We will update you and share photos of the move to the new area. |
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7) Business (Discussion/Action)
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7)a) Consider Consent Agenda Items
Description:
The consent agenda shall include items of a routine and/or recurring nature grouped together under one action item. All such items shall be acted upon by one vote without separate discussion, unless a Board Member requests that an item be withdrawn for individual consideration. The remaining items shall be adopted under a single motion and vote as applicable.
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7)a)1) Minutes of Regular Meeting March 25, 2024
Presenter:
Faith Barnes, Executive Administrative Assistant
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7)a)2) District Financial Report
Presenter:
Spencer Davis, Chief Financial Officer
Description:
Review of current year-to-date budget to actuals history and check register for the general operating fund, child nutrition fund, debt service fund, construction projects, and after-school program.
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7)a)3) District Tax Report
Presenter:
Spencer Davis, Chief Financial Officer
Description:
Review of current year-to-date tax collections of M&O and I&S from Johnson, Hood, and Tarrant Counties.
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7)a)4) District Investment & Cash Report: Q4 2023 and Q1 2024
Presenter:
Spencer Davis, Chief Financial Officer
Description:
Review of the quarterly investment report.
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7)a)5) Budget Amendment: Child Nutrition/Food Service
Presenter:
Spencer Davis, Chief Financial Officer
Description:
Budget Amendment to add the Texas Department of Agriculture Equipment Grant to Child Nutrition/Food Service.
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7)a)6) Consider Education Service Center Region 11 Contracts for the 2024-2025 school year
Presenter:
Spencer Davis, Chief Financial Officer
Description:
ESC 11 provides instructional resources for the district to utilize as a support mechanism for the classroom at a discounted cost.
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7)b) 2nd Discussion and Possible Consideration on Changing Fiscal Year
Presenter:
Spencer Davis, Chief Financial Officer
Description:
Starting with the 2024-2025 school year, changing the fiscal year from September 1 through August 31, to July 1 through June 30.
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7)c) Consider Approval of RN for Godley High School for the 2024-2025 School Year
Presenter:
Spencer Davis, Chief Financial Officer
Description:
With the increased square footage of the high school, we are recommending approval to add a RN to the campus for the 2024-2025 school year.
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7)d) Consider Trustee Lain's request for the district to fund and provide legal representation in a personal lawsuit.
Presenter:
Matt McKittrick, Board President
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7)e) Annual Report of Trustee's Continued Education
Presenter:
Matt McKittrick, Board President
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7)f) First Review of Amendment to AIA B101-2007, Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Architect
Presenter:
Dr. Rich Dear, Superintendent
Description:
The agreement with Huckabee will allow the design process to begin for the middle school and the middle school campus as it is very close to capacity.
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7)g) Consider Resolution in Support of Military-Connected Students and Families
Presenter:
Jeff Meador, Chief Communications Officer
Description:
The Purple Star Campus Designation recognizes Texas district and charter schools that show their support and commitment to meeting the unique needs of military-connected students and their families. This special honor was created by the 86th Texas Legislature through SB 1557 and further described in agency rule (19 TAC, § 61.1063), effective April 9, 2020. Every fall, TEA awards the Purple Star Campus designation to campuses that apply and meet the established criteria (see below). Campuses that are selected will receive a special Purple Star recognition to display on campus or on the school website. Campuses selected will also have their designation featured on the TxSchools.gov web page.
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7)h) 2nd Discussion and Possible Consideration Review of TASB's Comprehensive Review and District Policy Recommendations
Presenter:
Jason Karnes, Assistant Superintendent
Description:
The administrative team, including district administrators, directors, and campus administrators, conducted a comprehensive review of local policies with our policy consultant in February 2024. The process intends to align policy and practice while reflecting new laws and legislation. Once the review was completed, our policy consultant documented the recommended changes and sent them in the attachment below. Many of the changes include updating dates, titles, website links, and moving policies under more appropriate headings. |
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7)i) Discussion and possible consideration of the Hill College MOU regarding dual credit courses.
Presenter:
Dr. Nikki Nix, Director of CTE
Description:
Hill College and Godley ISD are partnering to provide dual credit coursework to Godley ISD students. The memorandum of understanding regarding the high school partnership model allows students to complete
dual credit courses with multiple entrance and exit points. Hill College and Godley ISD will commit to the terms outlined in the MOU. |
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8) Closed Session - The board will adjourn into closed session pursuant to the following sections of the Texas Open Meetings Act.
Description:
Convene in Closed Session under the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq.
1. 551.071 Private consultation with the Board's attorney 2. 551.072 Discussing purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property 3. 551.073 Discussing negotiated contracts for prospective gifts or donations 4. 551.074 Discussing personnel or to hear complaints against personnel 5. 551.076 Considering the deployment, specific occasions for, or implementation of security personnel or devices 6. 551.082 Considering discipline of a public school child, or complaint or charge against personnel 7. 551.083 Considering the standards, guidelines, terms, or conditions the Board will follow, or will instruct its representatives to follow, in consultation with representatives of employee groups 8. 8.551.084 Excluding witnesses from a hearing |
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9) Reconvene Open Session
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10) Action on Items Discussed In Closed Session
Description:
The Board will take appropriate action on items, if necessary, as discussed in Closed Session.
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10)a) Consider Approval of Teacher Contracts for the 2024-2025 School Year
Presenter:
Cheryl Villanueva, Director of Human Resources
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11) Adjournment
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