Regular Board Meeting 05/13/24

1. Call to Order & Quorum

• Meeting called to order at 6:00 p.m. by President [name inaudible]; quorum confirmed.
• Pledges led by President.

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2. Canvass of May 4, 2024 Trustee Election (Special Meeting)

(Unofficial returns certified; figures below combine early + Election‑Day votes)

Candidate	Total Votes
Anne Jones	646
Marcus Warner	241
Matt Bach	293
Jesse Gonzalez Jr.	274

• Motion (M. Welch / 2nd G. Reneau) to adopt unofficial returns passed 7‑0.
• Trustees Bach & Gonzalez sworn in; ceremonial photos and recognition of outgoing trustees (Mr. ___ – 9 yrs; Ms. ___ – 3 yrs).

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3. Re‑Organization of the Board

Office	Nominee(s)	Result
President	M. Welch; C. Falcon	M. Welch elected 5‑2
Vice‑President	C. Falcon; J. Gandy	C. Falcon elected 5‑2
Secretary	J. Gandy (unopposed)	Elected 7‑0

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4. Public Comment ‑ None

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5. Consent Agenda (minutes 4/9–5/2, finance, check register, campus & department reports)

• Motion (B. Rivas / 2nd D. Smith) to approve as presented passed 7‑0.

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6. Presentations & Reports

Topic	Presenter	Key Points / Board Direction
CTE Culinary Arts Lab	M. Bonner	Facility is 50 years old; aging appliances, flooring, ventilation. Summer 2024 upgrades: paint/primer, 10‑rack convection oven, commercial fridge, countertops, faucets, mats. Funding: CTE Perkins + local (≈ $29k).
CTE Welding	D. Diaz	86 students (Gr 8‑12). Four new multi‑process welders purchased; AWS certifications scheduled 5/17.
Summer School 2024	L. Newman	K‑8 program 6/3‑7/17; M‑Th 8‑2:30. Curriculum: Zearn, mCLASS, Really Great Reading, Robotics/STEM enrichment. Grant‑funded (21st‑Century ACE, $265k).
TRIO/UTSA College Readiness	A. Rodriguez + Student	13 yrs service; 195 seniors aided; college tours & SAT prep; performance targets exceeded.
Safety & Facilities Update	M. Vasquez	70 % of 2022 State Fire Marshal citations cleared (extinguishers, e‑lighting, door deadbolts removed). Elementary/Annex fire‑alarm replacement scheduled Dec 2024 (Safety & Security grant, $250k). Athletic field irrigation pump, press‑box paint, and cafeteria walk‑in repairs completed.
Graduation Honors Policy (EIC‑LOCAL)	Supt. Carrillo	Reminder: Val/Sal eligibility requires four consecutive yrs Brackett enrollment; transfers may rank #1 academically but be ineligible for Val/Sal title.
Pay‑Cycle Survey	HR	Staff favored semi‑monthly (56 %); transition targeted for FY 25‑26 due to payroll system lead‑time.

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7. Action Items

1. 2024‑25 Compensation Plan
   • Adopt TASB Model 2:
     • Teachers: flat $2,800 increase (≈5 % of market median).
     • Admin/Prof & Aux: 5 % of midpoint; employees above range max receive 2.5 %.
     • Revised stipend schedule (net reduction ≈ $19k; adds $500 per STAAR‑tested subject).
   • Motion (G. Reneau / 2nd J. Gandy) passed 7‑0.
2. Science & CTE Textbook Adoption – Proclamation 2024
   • Science K‑5: STEMscopes | Science 6‑12: McGraw‑Hill
   • CTE: Goodheart‑Willcox Principles of Education, Ramsey Personal Finance, Learning.com Tech Apps.
   • Both motions passed 7‑0.
3. Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) – Child Nutrition SY 24‑25
   • Continue district‑wide free breakfast & lunch; ISP = 49.06 %.
   • Approved 7‑0.
4. TASB Risk Fund Insurance Renewal (SY 24‑25)
   • Property/Casualty, Auto, Workers Comp: +$4k (10‑25 % market increase).
   • Additional $26k contribution to reduce deductible from $250k → $150k approved 6‑1.
5. Budget Amendments #BA‑501 (General) & #BA‑502 (Food Service)
   • Reduces projected GF deficit by $591k; recognizes supply‑chain grant & lowers food‑service subsidy by $49k. Approved 7‑0.
6. Revised FY 24 Budget Calendar
   • Workshop #3 → May 30 @ 5:30 p.m.
   • Public Hearing & Budget Adoption → June 20. Approved 7‑0.
7. Calendar Revision
   • Spring Break 2025 moved to Mar 17‑21 to align with ASU dual‑credit calendar. Approved 7‑0.
8. April 8 Eclipse Closure Resolution
   • Authorizes employee pay for district‑wide closure; make‑up day set for May 17 (early release 1 p.m.). Approved 7‑0.
9. Electronic Check‑Signatures
   • Board officers retained as authorized e‑signers. Approved 7‑0.

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8. Superintendent’s Informational Items

• District art show 5/17; band concert 5/14; athletic & senior awards 5/29; HS graduation 5/31 @ 8 p.m.
• Team‑of‑Eight training proposed June 10, 3:00 p.m. (prior to regular meeting).
• SLI registration reminders sent to trustees.

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9. Executive Session (§551.074) – 8:40 p.m. to 9:27 p.m.

Personnel Actions (Open Session)

Action	Position	Vote
Hire	Crystal Powell, HS English	7‑0
Hire	Jackson Rodriguez, Ag Teacher / Coach	7‑0
Accept Resignation	Coach Grant Griffin	7‑0

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10. Adjournment

• Meeting adjourned at 9:32 p.m.