Palestine ISD, TX
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Palestine ISDTX averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$173,400 School district
Enrollment3,247 students (2023)
Per-pupil spending$11,959 (FY2020)
Schools6 · 228 teachers (FTE) (2023)
Total revenue$52.3M (FY2020)
Reading proficiency38% (est. 2018)
Math proficiency48% (est. 2018)
Free/reduced lunch75% (2018)
Recent meetings
Tue Jul 22, 2025 · 12:00PM
Regular Meeting
Palestine ISD to consider 2025-2026 tax rate and cell phone ban
The Board of Trustees will discuss the proposed tax rate for the 2025-2026 school year and a new policy banning electronic devices and cell phones during the school day. The meeting also includes a budget workshop and discussions on school safety and personnel.
- Consideration of proposed tax rate for the 2025-2026 school year
- Adoption of Policy FNCE (Local) regarding ban on electronic devices/cell phones during the school day
- Discussion of SRO partnership with Palestine, Texas Police Department
- Adoption of local policy changes regarding District of Innovation (DOI)
- Discussion and consideration of employee retention incentive
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Palestine ISD Administration Office 1007 East Park Avenue Palestine, Texas 75801
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July 22, 2025 at 12:00 PM - Regular Meeting
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1.A. Call to Order by President Dr. Michael Garcia
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Tue Jul 8, 2025 · 12:00PM
Called Meeting
Palestine ISD board to discuss safety plans and employee pay scales
The Palestine Independent School District board will hold a called meeting to conduct routine business, discuss safety policies in closed session, and review financial and academic updates. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda, but the board will consider policy changes, hiring, and pay scales based on new state laws.
- Consider amending Board Policy FD and FM regarding non-enrolled student UIL participation opt-out
- Discuss 2025-26 employee pay scales based on Texas 89th Legislative Session requirements
- Discuss new Texas law (House Bill 1481) banning cell phones during the school day
- Review preliminary 2024-2025 STAAR scores
- Convene executive session to discuss district policing, guardian plan, and real property plans
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July 8, 2025 at 12:00 PM - Called Meeting
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1.A. Call to Order by President Dr. Michael Garcia
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Tue Jun 17, 2025 · 12:00PM
Regular Meeting
Palestine ISD board to discuss safety plans and personnel matters in closed session
The Palestine Independent School District board will hold its regular June 17 meeting, including a closed session to discuss safety plans, personnel matters, and real estate under Texas Open Meetings Act exemptions. No substantive decisions are expected in the closed session; any final actions will occur in open session. The board will also review routine items such as minutes, financial reports, and summer school updates.
- Discussion of safety plans including District Policing, Guardian Plan, and Marshal Plan in closed session
- Review of May 2025 bills paid and financial reports
- Consideration of 2025-2026 Financial Auditor Agreement
- Update on PISD Safety Plan
- Consideration of hiring professional personnel
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June 17, 2025 at 12:00 PM - Regular Meeting
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1.A. Call to Order by President Dr. Michael Garcia
1.B. First Order of Business - Announcement by the Chairman as to the presence of a quorum, that the meeting has been duly called, and that notice of t …
Tue Jun 10, 2025 · 12:00PM
Called Meeting
Palestine ISD to consider resolutions on police and school marshal programs
The Board of Trustees will discuss and potentially take action on resolutions regarding the PISD Police Department and the School Marshal Program. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss safety, personnel, and real property.
- Board Resolution pertaining to PISD Police Department and Personnel
- Board Resolution authorizing School Marshal Program
- Hiring of professional personnel
- Discussion of 2025-2026 administrative assignments
- Discussion regarding purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property
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June 10, 2025 at 12:00 PM - Called Meeting
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1.A. Call to Order by President Dr. Michael Garcia
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Thu May 22, 2025 · 12:00PM
Called Meeting
Palestine ISD to consider police resolution with City of Palestine
The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss district safety, personnel, and real property in a closed session. In open session, the board will consider hiring professional personnel and a police resolution with the City of Palestine.
- Consideration of a Police Resolution with the City of Palestine
- Consideration of hiring professional personnel
- Discussion of Powell Law Group Resolution regarding police
- Closed session discussion on district policing, Guardian Plan, and Marshal Plan
- Closed session discussion on the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property
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May 22, 2025 at 12:00 PM - Called Meeting
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1.A. Call to Order by President Dr. Michael Garcia
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Mon May 12, 2025 · 5:30PM
Regular Meeting
Palestine ISD to swear in new board members and elect officers
The Board of Trustees will administer the oath of office to newly elected members and consider the election of board officers for the 2025-2026 school year. The board will also review personnel contracts and various financial and operational reports.
- Election of Board Officers for the 2025-2026 School Year
- Approval of renewals and extensions of administrator contracts
- Hiring of professional personnel
- Revision of CKE (Local) Policy: PISD School Marshal Plan
- Approval of an out-of-state trip for International Thespian Competition
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May 12, 2025 at 5:30 PM - Regular Meeting
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1.A. Call to Order by President Dr. Michael Garcia
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Tue May 6, 2025 · 12:00PM
Called Meeting
Palestine ISD to discuss security and administrative plans in executive session
The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss security implementation, administrative assignments for 2025-2026, and real property matters in a closed session. The board will reconvene in open session to take any necessary actions based on these discussions.
- Discussion of Safety Plan Update
- Discussion of 2025-2026 Administrative Assignment Plan
- Discussion regarding purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property
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May 6, 2025 at 12:00 PM - Called Meeting
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1.A. Call to Order by President Dr. Michael Garcia
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Mon Apr 28, 2025 · 5:30PM
Regular Meeting
Palestine ISD to review safety plans and 2025-2026 administrative assignments
The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss security implementation, a safety plan update, and administrative assignments in executive session. The open session includes the adoption of a revised student transfer policy and various local policy updates.
- Adoption of Revised 2025-2026 Student Transfer Policy
- Resolution extending Bank Depository Services Contract (Sept 1, 2025 - Aug 31, 2027)
- Grow Your Own Teacher Program Resolution
- Policy Update 124 affecting local policies on fiscal management, investments, and student welfare
- Approval of contract renewals and hiring for professional personnel and administrators
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April 28, 2025 at 5:30 PM - Regular Meeting
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1.A. Call to Order by President Dr. Michael Garcia
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Thu Apr 10, 2025 · 12:00PM
Called Meeting
Palestine ISD to consider hiring principals for Southside Elementary and High School
The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss personnel matters and district security. The board will consider the hiring of professional personnel and specific leadership roles for two campuses.
- Consider hiring of Principal for Southside Elementary Campus
- Consider hiring of Principal for Palestine High School Campus
- Discussion regarding Security Implementation and Safety Plan Update
- Discussion regarding 2025-2026 Administrative Assignment Plan
- Discussion regarding purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property
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April 10, 2025 at 12:00 PM - Called Meeting
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1.A. Call to Order by President Dr. Michael Garcia
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Mon Mar 24, 2025 · 5:30PM
Regular Meeting
Palestine ISD to consider adoption of 2025-2026 District Calendar
The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the 2025-2026 school calendar and personnel contract renewals. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss security implementation, student transfer policy, and administrative assignments.
- Adoption of 2025-2026 District Calendar
- Approval of renewals/extensions for professional personnel and administrator contracts
- Purchase of cafeteria equipment
- Review of PISD Police Department Racial Profiling Report
- Approval of 2025-2026 course guides for Palestine Junior High and High School
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March 24, 2025 at 5:30 PM - Regular Meeting
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1.A. Call to Order by President Dr. Michael Garcia
1.B. First Order of Business - Announcement by the Chairman as to the presence of a quorum, that the meeting has been duly called, and that notice of t …
Mon Feb 24, 2025 · 5:30PM
Regular Meeting
Palestine ISD to consider canceling May 3 Board of Trustees Election
The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the certification of unopposed candidates and the potential cancellation of the May 3, 2025 election. The board will also review school improvement plans and the proposed 2025-2026 district calendar.
- Cancellation of May 3, 2025 Board of Trustees Election
- Targeted Improvement Plans for Southside Elementary and A.M. Story Intermediate
- Purchase of cafeteria equipment
- Second read of proposed 2025-2026 District Calendar
- Approval of administrator contract renewals/extensions
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February 24, 2025 at 5:30 PM - Regular Meeting
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1.A. Call to Order by President Dr. Michael Garcia.
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Fri Feb 14, 2025 · 5:00PM
Called Meeting
Palestine ISD to consider May 3 school trustee election
The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and take action on the order for the May 3, 2025, school trustee regular election. The board will also consider a joint election resolution with the City of Palestine for that election.
- Approval of Order for School Trustee Regular Election on May 3, 2025
- Approval of Joint Election Resolution between City of Palestine and Palestine ISD
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February 14, 2025 at 5:00 PM - Called Meeting
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1.A. Call to Order by President Dr. Michael Garcia
1.B. First Order of Business - Announcement by the Chairman as to the presence of a quorum, that the meeting has been duly called, and that notice of …
Thu Jan 23, 2025 · 5:30PM
Regular Meeting
Palestine ISD board to approve superintendent’s contract and annual audit
The Palestine Independent School District board will meet on January 23, 2025, to conduct routine business, including approving the superintendent’s evaluation and contract, and voting on the 2024 financial audit. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss administrator performance and superintendent matters before reconvening in open session. Public comment is allowed under specific guidelines, and student and staff recognitions will be presented.
- Consider approval of superintendent’s evaluation
- Consider approval of superintendent’s contract
- Consider approval of Palestine ISD financial audit for year ending August 31, 2024
- Public hearing for 2023-2024 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR)
- First read of 2025-2026 district calendar
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January 23, 2025 at 5:30 PM - Regular Meeting
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1.A. Call to Order by President Dr. Michael Garcia
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Mon Dec 16, 2024 · 5:30PM
Regular Meeting
Palestine ISD board to hold public hearing on financial rating system
The Palestine Independent School District board will hold a public hearing to discuss the district’s 2023–2024 Schools Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) District Status. The meeting will also include routine business, public comment, and updates on district events and finances.
- Public hearing on Palestine ISD 2023-2024 FIRST District Status
- Discussion and consideration of 2025 legislative priorities
- Consent agenda includes approval of November 2024 meeting minutes and bills paid
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December 16, 2024 at 5:30 PM - Regular Meeting
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1.A. Call to Order by President Dr. Michael Garcia
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Thu Dec 12, 2024 · 12:00PM
Called Meeting
Palestine ISD Board to consider hiring professional personnel
The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss personnel hiring and hold an executive session. The closed session may cover legal consultations, real property, and the District Guardian Plan for security.
- Consideration of hiring professional personnel
- Executive session regarding the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property
- Executive session regarding security implementation and the District Guardian Plan
- Private consultation with the Board's attorney
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December 12, 2024 at 12:00 PM - Called Meeting
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1.A. Call to Order by President Dr. Michael Garcia
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Mon Nov 18, 2024 · 5:30PM
Regular Meeting
Palestine ISD board to approve routine items and recognize students
The Palestine Independent School District board will hold its regular November meeting to conduct routine business, approve consent agenda items, and receive reports from district leadership. No major decisions or votes on substantive policy changes are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of October 2024 meeting minutes
- Legal services retainer agreement with Walsh, Anderson, Brown, Gallegos, and Trevino, P.C.
- Recognition of Junior Rotarians Jessica Fabian and Daniel Maxwell
- Recognition of Students of the Month Tag Dillard and Ana Ibarra
- Band Christmas Concert scheduled for December 10, 2024, at PHS Auditorium
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November 18, 2024 at 5:30 PM - Regular Meeting
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1.A. Call to Order by President Dr. Michael Garcia
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Mon Oct 21, 2024 · 5:30PM
Regular Meeting
Palestine ISD board to vote on grading-policy update
The Palestine Independent School District board will meet on October 21, 2024 at 5:30 PM. The main action item is a proposed revision to policy EIA on academic achievement and grading/progress reports to parents. The board will also receive routine reports on enrollment, athletics, fine arts, safety, and finances, and act on a consent agenda of minutes, bills, and donations.
- Discuss and consider Policy EIA (Local) revision on grading/progress reports to parents
- Purchase of two vehicles for Maintenance & Operations fleet
- Approval to participate in BOK CDARS Program
- Tax Collection Update presented by Robert Meyers of McCreary, Veselka, Bragg & Allen, P.C.
- Fall Safety Report and Drug Dog Services Report
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October 21, 2024 at 5:30 PM - Regular Meeting
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1.A. Call to Order by President Dr. Michael Garcia
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Tue Oct 15, 2024 · 12:00PM
Called Meeting
Palestine ISD Board to hold executive session on October 15
The Board of Trustees will meet for a called meeting featuring an executive session. The board may take action on items discussed during the closed session upon reconvening in open session.
- Private consultation with the Board's attorney
- Discussion regarding the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property and future district plans
- Discussion regarding security and the District Guardian Plan
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October 15, 2024 at 12:00 PM - Called Meeting
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1.A. Call to Order by President Dr. Michael Garcia
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Wed Oct 2, 2024 · 12:00PM
Called Meeting
Palestine ISD Board to discuss security and real property
The Board of Trustees will meet in executive session to discuss the District Guardian Plan and the value or lease of real property. The board will reconvene in open session to take any necessary actions based on these discussions.
- Discussion regarding security and the District Guardian Plan
- Discussion regarding the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property
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Palestine ISD Administration Office 1007 East Park Avenue Palestine, Texas 75801
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October 2, 2024 at 12:00 PM - Called Meeting
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1. ROUTINE BUSINESS
1.A. Call to Order by President Dr. Michael Garcia
1.B. First Order of Business - Announcement by the Chairman as to the presence of a quorum, that the meeting has been duly called, and that notice of …
Mon Sep 16, 2024 · 6:00PM
Regular Meeting
Palestine ISD to discuss security plans and campus communication upgrades
The Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports, academic test results, and personnel hiring. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss security implementation and real property, as well as a public session to address district operations.
- Purchase of campus communication upgrades
- Legal services agreement with Powell Law Group, L.L.P.
- Amended contract for custodial services
- Revision to Policy EIF (Local) regarding the Foundation Graduation Program
- Discussion of Guardian Safety Plan in executive session
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September 16, 2024 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting
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1. 5:30 PM EXECUTIVE SESSION - Closed to Public
1.A. The Board of Trustees will convene in Executive/Closed session as authorized by the Texas Government Code Chapter §551, under one or more of Texas Government sections §551.071-§551.089. No action w …
Mon Aug 26, 2024 · 6:00PM
Regular Meeting
Palestine ISD board to vote on 2024-2025 budget and tax rate
The Palestine Independent School District board will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to discuss and potentially adopt the 2024-2025 budget and tax rate. The board will also receive updates on the start of the school year, extracurricular activities, and financial reports.
- Public hearing on 2024-2025 proposed budget and tax rate
- Consider adoption of 2024-2025 budget
- Consider adoption of tax rate for 2024-2025 budget
- Financial report and bills paid for July 2024
- Property and casualty insurance for 2024-2025 school year
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August 26, 2024 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting
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1. 5:30 PM EXECUTIVE SESSION - Closed to Public
1.A. The Board of Trustees will convene in Executive/Closed session as authorized by the Texas Government Code Chapter 551, under one or more of Texas Government sections 551.071-551.089. No action will be taken in Execu …
Tue Aug 13, 2024 · 12:00PM
Called Meeting
Palestine ISD to hold budget workshop and discuss 2024-2025 tax rate
The Board of Trustees will meet to conduct a budget workshop for the 2024-2025 school year. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss personnel, the budget, tax rates, and real property.
- Budget Workshop for 2024-2025 School Year
- Discussion of 2024-2025 Budget and Tax Rate
- Consideration of hiring professional personnel
- Discussion regarding purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property
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Palestine ISD Administration Office 1007 East Park Avenue Palestine, Texas 75801
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August 13, 2024 at 12:00 PM - Called Meeting
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1. EXECUTIVE SESSION (Closed to Public)
1.A. The Board of Trustees will convene in Executive/Closed session as authorized by the Texas Government Code Chapter § 551, under one or more of Texas Government sections § 551.071- § 551.089. No action will be …
Wed Jul 24, 2024 · 12:00PM
Regular Meeting
Board to vote on 2024-2025 tax rate and policy updates
The Palestine ISD Board of Trustees will meet July 24 to discuss routine business, adopt the 2024-2025 tax rate, and vote on policy updates. The agenda includes consent items such as minutes, financial reports, and handbooks, plus discussions on employee retention and district goals.
- Consider adoption of proposed 2024-2025 tax rate
- Second reading and adoption of policy updates (BBD, BBFA, CKC, CKE, CQC, DCE, DEC, DGBA, EEH, EF, EFA, EFB, FNG, GF)
- Vote to elect delegate and alternate to TASA/TASB Convention
- Discuss employee retention incentive
- Final mid-point review of district plan 'Strive to '25'
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July 24, 2024 at 12:00 PM - Regular Meeting
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1. 12:00 PM EXECUTIVE SESSION - Closed to Public
1.A. The Board of Trustees will convene in Executive/Closed session as authorized by the Texas Government Code Chapter § 551, under one or more of Texas Government sections § 551.071- § 551.089. No action …
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