Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District public meetings in 2023
45 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Board Meeting
The Harlingen CISD board will hold its regular meeting on December 12, 2023, covering routine recognitions, consent agenda items, and several action items. Key decisions include approving an affiliation agreement with Valley Wings Flight School for the aviation program, a joint election contract with Cameron County, and entering closed session to discuss employment and real estate expansion.
- Approval of MOU with Valley Wings Flight School, LLC for HCISD Aviation Program
- Contract for joint election with Cameron County on May 4, 2024
- 2024 stop loss coverage for medical and prescription drug benefits
- Incentive agreement for voluntary early resignation notification
- Appointment of Cameron County Appraisal District representative
Facilities and Safety Committee Meeting
The Harlingen CISD Facilities and Safety Committee is meeting to receive updates on ESSER-funded projects, TRE-funded projects and campus security fencing, and a financial report on construction funds. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with public comments and adjournment.
- Update on ESSER funding projects
- Update on TRE funded projects and school fencing for campus security
- Construction funds and other projects financial report
Transforming Teaching and Learning Committee Meeting
The Transforming Teaching and Learning Committee of the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District is meeting to discuss academic programs and teacher recruitment. The agenda includes presentations on reading, math, STEM, and robotics, as well as a session on recruiting, retaining, and recapturing staff. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.
- Presentation on Reading, Math, STEM, Robotics by Michelle Ayala
- Presentation on Recruit, Retain, Recapture by Juan Rodriguez and Javier Trejo
- Public comments on agenda topics
- Discussion of topics for future meetings
Policy & Audit Committee Meeting
The Policy & Audit Committee of the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District is meeting to discuss the 2022-2023 independent financial audit, presented by Ramon Mendoza. The agenda also includes public comments on agenda topics and adjournment. No votes or decisions are listed; the audit discussion is the only substantive item.
- Discussion of 2022-2023 Independent Financial Audit (presenter: Ramon Mendoza)
Public Hearing
The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District is holding a public hearing on November 14, 2023, at 4:45 PM. The agenda includes a public hearing on the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas, along with routine items like call to order, establishing a quorum, and public comments. No other substantive decisions are listed.
- Public Hearing on Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas
- Public comments for agenda topics
- Call to order and quorum establishment
Regular Board Meeting
The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District board is meeting to consider routine approvals including the 2022-2023 independent financial audit, budget amendments, monthly financials, and tax collections. They will also vote on change orders for the Harlingen High School reroof and door/window replacement project, and discuss in closed session a pay increase for part-time lifeguards and employment of staff.
- Approval of 2022-2023 independent financial audit
- Change Order #2 for Harlingen High School reroof and door/window replacement project
- Budget amendments for November 2023
- Out-of-state travel for chess teams to Orlando and Chicago
- Amend 2023-2024 compensation plan to increase part-time lifeguard hourly rate
Special Board Meeting
This is a special board meeting of the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District. The board will hear public comments, then go into closed session to discuss hiring teachers and other professional staff, real estate and property expansion, and legal issues about district facilities. After closed session, they may vote on approving staff employment.
- Public comments on agenda topics
- Closed session: employment of teachers and other professional staff
- Closed session: real estate and district planning for property expansion
- Closed session: legal consultation on district facilities
- Possible approval of teacher and staff employment after closed session
Facilities and Safety Committee Meeting
The Harlingen CISD Facilities and Safety Committee is meeting to receive updates on projects funded by ESSER and TRE, a financial report on construction funds, and a school safety update. The agenda is informational, with no votes or decisions listed.
- Presentation and update on ESSER funding projects
- Presentation and update on TRE funded projects
- Construction funds and other projects financial report
- School safety update
Transforming Teaching and Learning Committee Meeting
The Transforming Teaching and Learning Committee of the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District is meeting to discuss student opportunities and potential topics for future meetings. The agenda includes public comments, a presentation on 'Student Opportunities Taking Flight,' and a discussion on future meeting topics. No formal decisions or votes are listed on this agenda.
- Public comments for agenda topics
- Presentation: Student Opportunities Taking Flight by Dalia M. Garcia
- Discussion: Topics for Future Meeting by Dr. J.A. Gonzalez
Regular Board Meeting
The Harlingen CISD Board will hold its regular meeting on October 10, 2023, to consider consent agenda items including contract awards, budget amendments, and financial reports. The board will also discuss and potentially take action on establishing a School Guardian Program, including adopting a resolution, amending policies, and authorizing employment of security personnel. Several personnel appointments and out-of-state student travel requests are also on the agenda.
- Consideration for approval of award of proposals and contracts
- Consideration for approval of budget amendments
- Consideration for approval of out-of-state student travel for speech drama debate teams to Chicago, IL (Nov 17-21, 2023) and Cambridge, MA (Feb 16-20, 2024)
- Consideration for approval of final construction payments to Safeguard Fire and Holchemont, LTD
- Consider and take possible action to adopt resolution regarding School Guardian Program and amend local policies CKC, DH, GKA
Transforming Teaching and Learning Committee Meeting
The Transforming Teaching and Learning Committee is meeting to hear an overview of the 'Hook 'Em Here: HARLINGEN Summer 2024 HCISD Internship' program, presented by Dr. M. Veronica Kortan and Jennifer Maldonado. The agenda also includes public comments, discussion of future meeting topics, and adjournment. No decisions or votes are listed on this agenda.
- Public comments for agenda topics
- Hook 'Em Here: HARLINGEN Summer 2024 HCISD Internship Overview
- Topics for future meeting discussion
Facilities and Safety Committee Meeting
The Facilities and Safety Committee is meeting to receive updates on ESSER-funded projects, TRE-funded projects, and a financial report on construction funds. The committee will also hear a school safety update and then adjourn to closed session to discuss legal issues, potential appointments, and deployment of security personnel related to the School Guardian Program.
- Update on ESSER funding projects
- Update on TRE funded projects
- Construction funds and other projects financial report
- School safety update
- Closed session on School Guardian Program (legal, appointments, deployment)
Regular Board Meeting
The Harlingen CISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on September 12, 2023, at 5:30 PM. The board will consider approving the tax rate, several construction contracts, and other business items. It will also discuss and potentially approve employment of teachers and other professional staff, including an assistant superintendent, in closed session.
- Resolution to adopt the tax rate
- Award of construction contract for Culinary Arts Renovations at Harlingen High School and Harlingen High School South (Bid #CNST0823-1)
- Award of construction contract for Parking Lot Lighting Improvements at Moises Vela Middle School and Administration Building (Bid #CNST0823-2)
- Award of construction contract for HVAC Control Upgrades at Harlingen High School (Bid #CNST0823-3)
- Contract between HCISD and Valley Baptist Medical Center for the LVN Program
Transforming Teaching and Learning Committee Meeting
The Transforming Teaching and Learning Committee of the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District is meeting to discuss student well-being and potential topics for future meetings. The agenda includes public comments and standard procedural items.
- Addressing Student Well-Being
- Topics for Future Meeting
- Public Comments for Agenda Topics
Special Board Meeting
This is a special board meeting of the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District. The board will first hear public comments, then adjourn to closed session to discuss employment of teachers and other professional staff, and to consider hiring a superintendent and approving a superintendent contract. After the closed session, the board will reconvene in open session to take possible action on these matters.
- Discuss employment of teachers and other professional staff
- Consider and discuss hiring superintendent and approval of superintendent contract
- Consider approval of employment of teachers and other professional staff
- Consider and take possible action to hire superintendent and approve superintendent contract
Benefits and Organizational Development Committee Meeting
The Benefits and Organizational Development Committee is meeting to review and discuss the district health plan, the health plan ASO (Administrative Services Only) renewal, and an update on the cafeteria plan. Public comments will be taken on agenda topics. The meeting is scheduled for August 8, 2023, at 4:00 PM.
- Review and discuss District Health Plan
- Review and discuss Health Plan ASO Renewal
- Update on Cafeteria Plan
- Public comments for agenda topics
Regular Board Meeting
The Harlingen CISD Board will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar covering budget amendments, contract awards, tax information, and a Head Start MOU. They will also consider insurance coverage bids, health insurance premiums, a workers compensation bid, and out-of-state student travel for the high school band. The meeting includes public comment periods and a closed session for personnel matters.
- Approval of 2023-2024 Harlingen CISD and NINOS, Inc. Head Start / Early Head Start Program MOU
- Approval of budget amendments and 2023 carry over purchase orders
- Approval of job order contracting for doors and windows improvements at six school locations
- Approval of workers compensation coverage bid #WKCP0723
- Approval of health insurance premiums effective January 2024
Facilities and Safety Committee Meeting
The Facilities and Safety Committee will hear a presentation on the School Safety and Security Three Year Audit Report, discuss possible drainage and fencing upgrades at Dishman Elementary, and receive updates on ESSER and TRE funded projects, plus a financial report on construction funds.
- School Safety and Security Three Year Audit Report presentation
- Discussion of drainage infrastructure and fencing upgrades at Dishman Elementary
- Update on ESSER funding projects
- Update on TRE funded projects
- Construction funds and other projects financial report
Special Board Meeting
The Harlingen CISD Board is holding a special meeting to discuss employment of teachers and other professional staff, and to conduct interviews for the superintendent position. After a closed executive session, the board may take action on hiring staff and could name a lone finalist for superintendent.
- Discuss employment of teachers and other professional staff
- Conduct interviews for superintendent position
- Consider approval of employment of teachers and staff
- Consider action on superintendent applicants
- Consider naming lone finalist for superintendent
Special Board Meeting
The Harlingen CISD board is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for the superintendent position and discuss related legal matters in closed session, then reconvene publicly to consider action on the applicants. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.
- Conduct interviews of applicants for Superintendent position (closed session)
- Consultation with legal counsel regarding employment of new Superintendent (closed session)
- Consider and take possible action regarding applicants for Superintendent position (open session)
Regular Board Meeting
The Harlingen CISD Board will hold its regular meeting on July 11, 2023, with a consent agenda that includes approving minutes, awarding proposals and contracts, and accepting monthly tax and financial reports. The board will also consider policy revisions, the internal audit plan, and employment of teachers and professional staff, with a closed session to discuss personnel.
- Approval of consent calendar including award of proposals and contracts
- Approval of monthly tax collection information and monthly financials
- First reading of policy updates (DNA, EIC, FC, FFA)
- Approval of Internal Audit Plan 2023-2024
- Employment of teachers and other professional staff
Policy & Audit Committee Meeting
The Policy & Audit Committee of the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District is meeting to receive the Internal Audit Quarterly Report and to discuss recommended revisions to Policy Update 121 and local policies DNA, EIC, FC, and FFA. The meeting includes public comments on agenda topics and adjournment.
- Internal Audit Quarterly Report presented by Nellie F. Ledesma
- Discussion of recommended revisions to Policy Update 121
- Discussion of revisions to local policies DNA, EIC, FC, and FFA
Transforming Teaching and Learning Committee Meeting
The Transforming Teaching and Learning Committee of the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District is meeting to discuss inspiring and innovative teaching, rethink professional learning, and identify topics for future meetings. The agenda includes public comments and standard procedural items.
- Public comments for agenda topics
- Discussion on inspiring and innovative teaching
- Discussion on rethinking professional learning
- Topics for future meeting
Public Facility Corporation
The Harlingen CISD Public Facility Corporation is meeting to consider approving a resolution that authorizes an amendment to the trust agreement for its Series 2007 School Facility Lease Revenue Bonds. The agenda also includes routine items: call to order, establishing a quorum, public comments, and adjournment.
- Resolution to amend trust agreement for Series 2007 School Facility Lease Revenue Bonds
- Public comments for agenda topics
- Call to order and quorum establishment
Special Board Meeting
The Harlingen CISD board will consider approving the 2023-2024 budget, the compensation plan for that year, and several budget amendments. They will also consider a contract for Dr. Robina Salgado and discuss personnel matters, including a possible teacher termination, in closed session before taking action in open session.
- Consideration for approval of the HCISD Compensation Plan for 2023-2024
- Consideration for approval of the Harlingen CISD 2023-2024 Budget
- Consideration for approval of budget amendments
- Consideration for approval of contract services for Dr. Robina Salgado
- Possible termination of probationary teacher contract (S.E.) for good cause
Public Hearing to Adopt Budget
The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District board is holding a public hearing to discuss the budget and proposed tax rate for the 2023-2024 school year. The meeting includes a call to order, the hearing itself, and adjournment. No specific budget figures or tax rate details are provided in the agenda.
- Public hearing to discuss the budget and proposed tax rate for 2023-2024
- Presenter: Ramon Mendoza
Regular Board Meeting
The Harlingen CISD Board will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine approvals like minutes, budget amendments, and monthly financials. They will also vote on several construction contracts, including roofing and fenestration improvements and Performing Arts Center lighting upgrades, plus approve out-of-state student travel and new hires.
- Approval of bids for roofing and fenestration improvements (Bid #CNST0623-1)
- Approval of bids for Performing Arts Center lighting improvements (Bid #CNST0623-2)
- Retroactive approval of out-of-state travel for orchestra students to Orlando, FL and debate students to Phoenix, AZ
- Approval of change order #1 for Harlingen High School reroof and door/window replacement
- Approval of interlocal agreement with City of Harlingen for school bus use in summer recreation
Special Board Meeting
This is a special board meeting of the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District. The board will hear public comments, then adjourn to closed session to discuss employment of teachers and other professional staff, as well as other personnel matters. After the closed session, the board will reconvene in open session to consider approval of those employment actions.
- Public comments on agenda topics
- Closed session under Texas Gov't Code 551.074 for personnel discussions
- Discussion of employment of teachers and other professional staff
- Discussion of items related to personnel
- Consideration for approval of employment of teachers and other professional staff
Budget Workshop #2
The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District board is meeting for Budget Workshop #2, a working session to review and discuss the upcoming budget. The agenda includes public comments on agenda topics, a presentation by Ramon Mendoza, and adjournment. No specific budget figures or decisions are listed in the agenda text.
- Budget Workshop #2 led by Ramon Mendoza
- Public comments for agenda topics
- Call to order and quorum establishment
Transforming Teaching and Learning Committee Meeting
The Transforming Teaching and Learning Committee is meeting to review the past year of the Principal Residency program and discuss topics for future meetings. The agenda includes public comments, a presentation by Dr. M. Veronica Kortan, and adjournment. No votes or decisions are listed.
- Year in review of the Principal Residency program
- Discussion of topics for future meetings
- Public comments on agenda topics
Special Board Meeting/Budget Workshop
The Harlingen CISD board will hold a special meeting and budget workshop. They will consider approving a change order for the Harlingen High School chiller plant upgrades, approve insurance coverage for property and contents, and discuss the budget. The board will also enter closed session to discuss employment and the superintendent search, with possible action afterward.
- Change Order #1 to increase contract sum for Harlingen High School Chiller Plant Upgrades Project
- Insurance coverage RFP #INSR0423 for property, windstorm/hail, flood, boiler and machinery
- Budget workshop presentation
- Closed session for teacher and staff employment, and superintendent search legal issues
- Possible action on employment, superintendent search, and consultant agreements
Benefits and Organizational Development Committee Meeting
The Harlingen CISD Benefits and Organizational Development Committee is meeting to review and discuss the district health plan, proposals for a health insurance consultant, and the cafeteria plan. No votes or decisions are listed; the agenda is limited to discussion items.
- Review and discuss District Health Plan
- Review and discuss RFQ proposals for Health Insurance Consultant
- Review and discuss Cafeteria Plan
- Public comments for agenda topics
Regular Board Meeting
The Harlingen CISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to consider consent agenda items including out-of-state student travel, contracts, budget amendments, and financial reports. They will also discuss and potentially approve staff employment and contract renewals in closed session. The meeting includes recognitions and public comment periods.
- Approval of out-of-state travel for students to competitions in Minnesota, Arizona, California, Georgia, and Florida
- Approval of Artist-in-Residency Program contract with The Perfect Performance
- Approval of interlocal cooperation contract with Texas Health and Human Services / Rio Grande State Center for 2022-2027
- Approval of bank depository bid #BNKD0323 and paving/drainage improvements bid at Secondary Alternative Center and First Responders Academy
- Approval of interlocal agreement with Cameron County for School Resource Officer program for 2023-2025
Facilities and Safety Committee Meeting
The Harlingen CISD Facilities and Safety Committee is meeting to receive updates on ESSER-funded and TRE-funded projects, construction finances, a 2007 bond, an insurance bid, and school safety. The committee will also enter closed session to discuss an intruder detection audit finding at Austin Elementary School.
- Update on ESSER funding projects
- Update on TRE funded projects
- Construction funds and other projects financial report
- Update on HCISD Public Facility Lease Revenue Bonds Series 2007
- Intruder Detection Audit Report Finding - Austin Elementary School (closed session)
Transforming Teaching and Learning Committee Meeting
The Transforming Teaching and Learning Committee will hear updates on strengthening the teacher pipeline and on student wellness specialists, and will discuss topics for future meetings. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with call to order, public comments, and adjournment.
- Strengthening Our Teacher Pipeline update by Dr. Veronica Kortan
- Mental Health Update: Student Wellness Specialists by Dr. Joseph Villarreal
- Topics for Future Meeting led by Dr. Alicia Noyola
Regular Board Meeting
The Harlingen CISD Board will consider approving construction bids for gymnasium renovations at Coakley and Vernon Middle Schools, an outdoor learning space at the Early Childhood Academy, and HVAC improvements at Harlingen High School South. The board will also vote on consent items including out-of-state travel for student teams, budget amendments, and financial reports, and will discuss contract extensions and employment in closed session.
- Approval of bids for Coakley Middle School and Vernon Middle School World Languages Academy Gymnasium Renovations (Bid #CNST0323-1)
- Approval of bids for Early Childhood Academy Outdoor Learning Space (Bid #CNST0323-3)
- Approval of bids for HVAC Improvements at Harlingen High School South (Bid #CNST0323-4)
- Approval of out-of-state travel for chess, DECA, TAFE, JROTC, and FBLA teams to national competitions
- Approval of contract extension for financial auditing services with Carr Riggs & Ingram
Regular Board Meeting
The Harlingen CISD Board will hold its regular meeting on March 21, 2023, covering recognitions, public comments, and a consent agenda with routine approvals. Key actions include approving contracts, budget amendments, and monthly financial reports, as well as rejecting bids for security gate improvements. The board will also discuss policy updates and enter closed session to discuss employment of teachers and other professional staff.
- Approval of out-of-state travel for Harlingen High School JROTC Drill Team to Daytona Beach, Florida, May 6-7, 2023
- Approval of award of proposals and contracts
- Approval of budget amendments
- Rejection of bids for security gate improvements at Harlingen School of Health Professions (Bid #CNST0323-2)
- Policy Update 120 on first reading
Policy & Audit Committee Meeting
The Policy & Audit Committee of the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District is meeting to receive the internal audit quarterly report and discuss recommended revisions to Policy Update 120 and Local Policy FC. The committee will also review other policies currently under discussion. This is a working session with public comments limited to agenda topics.
- Internal Audit Quarterly Report presented by Nellie F. Ledesma
- Discussion of recommended revisions to Policy Update 120 and Local Policy FC
- Review of policies currently under discussion
Public Hearing
The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District board is holding a public hearing to discuss the 2021-2022 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR), presented by Dalia M. Garcia. The agenda includes only the call to order, quorum establishment, the TAPR presentation, and adjournment, with no other business items.
- Public hearing on the 2021-2022 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR)
- Presentation by Dalia M. Garcia
- Agenda includes call to order, quorum, TAPR, and adjournment only
Regular Board Meeting
The Harlingen CISD Board will hold its regular meeting on February 14, 2023, to consider several action items, including adoption of the 2023 Strategic Plan and the 2023-2024 school district calendar, as well as awarding construction contracts for roofing and fenestration improvements at various campuses. The board will also consider approving an election order for the May 6, 2023 trustee election, appointing an early voting clerk, and approving an interlocal cooperation contract with the Texas Department of Public Safety. The agenda includes recognitions, public comments, consent calendar items, and a closed executive session to discuss employment of teachers and other professional staff.
- Adoption of 2023 Strategic Plan
- Adoption of 2023-2024 school district calendar
- Award construction contract for roofing improvements at various campuses (Bid #CNST0223-1)
- Award construction contract for roofing and fenestration improvements (Bid #CNST1222-2)
- Approve order of election and early voting clerk for May 6, 2023 trustee election
Transforming Teaching and Learning Committee Meeting
The Transforming Teaching and Learning Committee is meeting to receive a state of cybersecurity report, a strategic plan update, and to discuss topics for future meetings. The agenda includes public comments and standard procedural items.
- State of Cybersecurity presentation by Dalia M. Garcia and Jaime Reyes
- Strategic Plan Update by Dr. Veronica Kortan
- Topics for Future Meeting discussion led by Dr. Alicia Noyola
- Public comments for agenda topics
Facilities and Safety Committee Meeting
The Harlingen CISD Facilities and Safety Committee is meeting to review construction project delegation and ranking, receive updates on ESSER- and TRE-funded projects, and hear a financial report on construction funds. The committee will also get a school safety update and then enter closed session to discuss an intruder detection audit finding at Coakley Middle School.
- Review of delegation of authority and ranking process for construction projects
- Presentation and update on ESSER funded projects
- Presentation and update on TRE funded projects
- Construction funds and other projects financial report
- Closed session: Intruder Detection Audit Report Finding - Coakley Middle School
Regular Board Meeting
The Harlingen CISD Board will consider awarding construction contracts for renovations and central plant HVAC upgrades at Harlingen High School, approve a joint election contract with Cameron County, and vote on a resolution seeking legislative change to South Texas ISD funding and elimination of duplicate taxes for district taxpayers. The board will also handle routine consent items including budget amendments, contracts, and recognitions, and will enter closed session to discuss employment of teachers and other professional staff.
- Award construction contract for Harlingen High School renovations (Bid #CNST1222-1)
- Award construction contract for Harlingen High School central plant HVAC upgrades (Bid #CNST1222-3)
- Approve contract for joint election with Cameron County on May 6, 2023
- Resolution seeking legislative change to South Texas ISD funding and elimination of duplicate taxes
- Budget amendments and award of proposals/contracts on consent calendar
Facilities and Safety Committee Meeting
The Facilities and Safety Committee will hear updates on ESSER- and TRE-funded projects, review construction funds and other project finances, and discuss the School Safety Design Team Plan. The committee will also enter closed session to review an intruder detection audit report finding for Dr. Cano Freshman Academy.
- Presentation and update on ESSER Funded Projects
- Presentation and update on TRE Funded Projects
- Construction Funds and Other Projects Financial Report
- School Safety Design Team Plan
- Intruder Detection Audit Report Finding - Dr. Cano Freshman Academy (closed session)
Transforming Teaching and Learning Committee Meeting
The Transforming Teaching and Learning Committee of the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District is meeting to discuss the 2023 accountability update and a curriculum redesign initiative called 'Strong Foundations.' The agenda also includes public comments and topics for future meetings. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- 2023 Accountability Update presented by Dalia M. Garcia
- Strong Foundations: Redefining Curriculum Design presented by Dr. Veronica Kortan and Tanya Garza
- Public comments for agenda topics
- Topics for future meeting led by Dr. Alicia Noyola