Donna Independent School District public meetings in 2023
23 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Board Meeting
The Donna Independent School District Board of Trustees will meet to consider routine financial approvals, facility contracts, and personnel matters. Key items include awarding a $95,502 contract for a safety and security surveillance project, approving schematic design contracts for school additions, and renewing a diabetes management supplies contract. The board will also discuss the superintendent's contract and personnel recommendations in executive session.
- Award BridgeNet Communications $95,502 for Safety and Security Surveillance Project
- Approve schematic design contracts with Alvarado Architects, EGV Architects, and Rike Ogden Figueroa Allex for school additions
- Renew chronic disease management contract with Miracle Medical Equipment and Supplies of South Texas, LLC
- Approve spending over $50,000 to repair canopies at Caceres and Singleterry Elementary Schools
- Discuss superintendent's contract and personnel recommendations in executive session
Board Workshop
The Donna Independent School District Board will hold a workshop to review schematic design presentations. The session includes presentations from three different architectural firms regarding various school expansions.
- Alvarado Architects & Associates, Inc. presentation for Donna North High School Classroom Wing Addition
- Rike Ogden Figueroa Allex, Architects presentation for Elementary and Middle School Additions
- EGV Architects, Inc. presentation for Donna High School, Solis Middle School and Todd Middle School Additions
School Safety and Security Committee Meeting
The Donna ISD School Safety and Security Committee is meeting to review a comprehensive intruder detection audit report and ongoing safety projects, and to consider approving officer training. The committee will also approve minutes from its August 31, 2023 meeting. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no dollar amounts or contracts listed.
- Review Comprehensive Intruder Detection Audit Report
- Review ongoing safety projects at Donna I.S.D.
- Approve minutes for August 31, 2023 committee meeting
- Approve Staying Safe In-Person Trainings for Officers
9:00 am - School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) Committee Meeting
The Donna ISD School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) will meet to hear presentations on community health initiatives, the district's child nutrition program, and a telehealth service. The committee will also review minutes from its August 16, 2023 meeting. No votes on policy are listed.
- Presentation: It's Time Texas by Selene Guerrero and Thania Parra
- Presentation: Donna ISD Child Nutrition Program by Nancy Ortiz
- Presentation: Goodside Health (telehealth) by Michelle Ortiz
- Review of SHAC minutes from August 16, 2023
Regular Board Meeting
The Donna ISD board will consider routine consent agenda items including financial reports, tax collections, and several purchases and contracts. Notable items include buying six trucks for up to $350,000, awarding a welding shop construction contract, and approving a $172,800 coaching agreement. The board will also discuss the superintendent's report, including school safety audit results, and may take action on personnel and litigation matters in executive session.
- Purchase of 4 pickup trucks and 2 box trucks for up to $350,000
- Award contract to D. Wilson Construction Co. for Donna North High School Welding Shop
- Approve $172,800 Seidlitz coaching agreement for dual language teachers
- Approve $157,223.88 for graphics, art & decor for Child Nutrition Program
- Discuss and possibly act on Appraisal District Board of Directors ballot selection
Immediately after Public Hearing - Regular Board Meeting
The Donna Independent School District Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with an open forum, superintendent's report, and monitoring presentations. The board will consider consent agenda items including financial approvals, vendor contracts, and curriculum purchases, followed by an executive session on personnel and the superintendent's evaluation. Action may be taken on matters discussed in executive session.
- Approve accounts payable and financial statements for August 2023
- Award Pro Tech Mechanical RFP for chiller and boiler maintenance
- Award Air 6 Management LED exterior lighting replacement project
- Purchase N2Y curriculum for $69,123.24
- Discuss and consider superintendent's annual evaluation
Regular Board Meeting
The Donna ISD Board will hold a regular meeting with an open forum, a superintendent's report, and a monitoring presentation on district goals. The consent agenda includes approvals for accounts payable, financial statements, food purchases, stadium upgrades, an interlocal agreement, and other routine items. The board will also enter executive session to discuss personnel matters and a hail damage claim, with possible action afterward.
- Approve accounts payable and July 2023 financial statements
- Approve food purchases over $50,000 for 21 district cafeterias via South Texas CO-OP
- Approve upgrades/repairs for Bennie La Prade Stadium (change order)
- Approve Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Hidalgo County
- Approve Edgenuity credit recovery renewal for Donna High and Donna North High
School Safety and Security Committee Meeting
The Donna ISD School Safety and Security Committee is meeting to review and vote on approving the Severe Weather Annex, Hazardous Materials Annex, and Train Derailment Appendix, as well as the minutes from the May 18, 2023 meeting. They will also discuss ongoing safety projects at the district.
- Approve Severe Weather Annex, Hazardous Materials Annex, and Train Derailment Appendix
- Approve minutes for May 18, 2023 committee meeting
- Review ongoing safety projects at Donna ISD
Immediately following Public Hearing - Regular Board Meeting
The Donna ISD board will hold a regular meeting following a public hearing, with a consent agenda covering budget adoption, tax rate resolution, and numerous contract renewals. The board will also hear a presentation on LSG progress and accountability, and take possible action on personnel recommendations and a grievance after executive session.
- Adopt official budget for 2023-2024
- Resolution setting maintenance and debt services tax rate for 2023-2024
- Approve final budget amendments for 2022-2023
- Approve renewal of Solis Contractors Inc. for security film installation at $228,054.46
- Approve Noble Texas Builders quote for kitchen floor renovation at Donna North High School at $221,140.00
Public Hearing
The Donna Independent School District board is holding a public hearing to discuss the proposed budget and tax rate for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. No votes or decisions are listed on this agenda; it is a hearing for public input and presentation.
- Public hearing on budget and proposed tax rate for 2023-2024
- Open forum for public comments
- Pledge of allegiance and moment of silence
Special Board Meeting
The Donna Independent School District Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to hear a presentation on the 2023-2024 proposed budget, consider approval of the student handbook and code of conduct, and discuss personnel matters in executive session. The board may take action on the superintendent's recommendations for professional contracts and the appointment of a campus principal for E. G. Salazar Elementary School.
- 2023-2024 proposed budget updates presentation
- Approval of Donna I.S.D. Student Handbook for 2023-2024
- Approval of Student Code of Conduct for 2023-2024
- Personnel recommendations including contract renewal, hiring, termination, and rescission
- Campus principal recommendation for E. G. Salazar Elementary School
Regular Board Meeting
The Donna ISD Board will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering financial approvals, a bond issuance, and a cafeteria furniture purchase. The board will also hear a superintendent's report and an accountability presentation, and may take action on personnel matters discussed in executive session.
- Approve issuance of Unlimited Tax School Building Bonds, Series 2023
- Award Edu-Source $145,654.07 for cafeteria furniture
- Set Aug 22, 2023 public hearing on budget and tax rate
- Approve 2023-2024 compensation plan
- Approve vendor for fencing upgrades district-wide (RFP 060123-737)
Board Workshop
The Donna ISD Board is holding a workshop to discuss the 2023-2024 budget, compensation planning, and an update on the self-funded insurance plan. This is a discussion session, not a final decision meeting. No votes or specific dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.
- 2023-2024 Budget Workshop
- 2023-2024 Compensation Planning
- Update on Self-Funded Insurance Plan
School Safety and Security Committee Meeting
The Donna ISD School Safety and Security Committee is meeting to review the Comprehensive Intruder Detection Audit Report and the Edwards Risk Management 2020-2023 Safety and Audit Report findings. They will also discuss a corrective action plan and approve the minutes from the April 6, 2023 meeting.
- Review Comprehensive Intruder Detection Audit Report
- Review Edwards Risk Management 2020-2023 Safety and Audit Report findings
- Discuss Corrective Action Plan
- Approve minutes for April 6, 2023 committee meeting
Immediately following Special Board Meeting - Board Workshop
This is a board workshop meeting of the Donna Independent School District, held immediately after a special board meeting. The agenda includes calling the workshop to order, an open forum, and a discussion on 'Team of 8 Training.' The meeting is scheduled to adjourn after the discussion.
- Open forum for public comment
- Discussion of Team of 8 Training
Regular Board Meeting
The Donna ISD Board will consider a consent agenda with over $1.29 million in purchases, including $705,441.62 in teacher kit supplies, $454,420.98 in school supplies, and Dell laptops and docking stations funded by ESSER. The board will also award security guard and window repair contracts, and discuss personnel actions, including contract non-renewals, in executive session.
- Approve $705,441.62 purchase of teacher kit supplies from School Specialty LLC (ESSER funds)
- Approve $454,420.98 purchase of school supplies from Gateway Printing and Office Supply Inc.
- Approve $130,200.00 purchase of a marching band tower from Melhart for Donna High School
- Award security guard contracts to MLG Protection Services (primary) and L4 Security (secondary)
- Discuss non-renewal of contracts for Professional/Administrator L.Y. and Professional/Teacher G.G.
School Safety and Security Committee Meeting
The Donna ISD School Safety and Security Committee is meeting to review the Comprehensive Intruder Detection Audit Report and discuss a corrective action plan. The committee will also consider approving minutes from its February 15, 2023 meeting. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no other substantive items listed.
- Review Comprehensive Intruder Detection Audit Report
- Discuss Corrective Action Plan
- Approve minutes for February 15, 2023 meeting
Regular Board Meeting
The Donna Independent School District Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on March 7, 2023. The board will consider a consent agenda that includes approving January 2023 accounts payable, financial statements, budget amendments, tax collections, a painting contract, a Microsoft subscription, and several memoranda of understanding. The board will also vote on a candidate for the Region One Education Service Center Board of Directors and take possible action on personnel recommendations and contract renewals after an executive session.
- Vote for one candidate in Place 2 and Place 5 for Region One Education Service Center Board of Directors
- Approve accounts payable, financial statements, budget amendments, and tax collections for January 2023
- Award C&M Contractors for RFP 011323-693: Painting of Life Skills Classrooms District-Wide
- Approve 3-year district-wide Microsoft Education Enterprise Subscription with CDW
- Approve school calendar for 2023-2024
School Safety and Security Committee Meeting
The Donna ISD School Safety and Security Committee is meeting to review the Comprehensive Intruder Detection Audit Report and discuss a corrective action plan based on the safety and security audit by Edwards Risk Management. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from its January 10, 2023 meeting.
- Review Comprehensive Intruder Detection Audit Report
- Discuss Corrective Action Plan
- Highlights from Safety and Security Audit by Edwards Risk Management
- Approve minutes for January 10, 2023 meeting
Public Hearing
The Donna Independent School District board is holding a public hearing to present the 2021-2022 District Annual Report. The agenda includes a call to order, open forum, the presentation, and adjournment. No votes or decisions are listed.
- Public hearing on the 2021-2022 District Annual Report
- Open forum for public comments
- Presentation by Javier Villanueva
Board Workshop
The Donna ISD Board Workshop on January 27, 2023, includes a presentation on Lone Star Governance goals and potential revisions, followed by a discussion on district school facilities and financing options, including a possible bond proposal. The meeting is a workshop, so no final decisions are expected.
- Lone Star Governance Goals and Potential Revisions
- Discussion on District School Facilities and Financing Options
- Discussion of Bond Proposal option
School Safety and Security Committee Meeting
The Donna ISD School Safety and Security Committee is meeting to review a comprehensive Intruder Detection Audit Report, discuss a corrective action plan, and hear about an upcoming safety and security audit by Edwards Risk Management scheduled for the week of January 23. The committee will also consider approving minutes from its August 31, 2022 meeting.
- Review comprehensive Intruder Detection Audit Report
- Discuss Corrective Action Plan
- Safety and Security Audit by Edwards Risk Management – week of January 23
- Approve minutes for August 31, 2022 committee meeting
Regular Board Meeting
The Donna Independent School District Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering financial approvals, contract extensions, and technology infrastructure upgrades. The board will also enter executive session to discuss personnel recommendations and potential litigation, with possible action on personnel following in open session.
- Approve accounts payable, financial statements, tax collections, and investment report for November 2022
- Extend lawn care contracts with Benz Lawn Service for Donna North High School and four elementary schools
- Award vendors for classroom furniture for students with disabilities and classroom library furniture using ESSER funds
- Approve district-wide technology infrastructure upgrades with Insight as vendor using E-Rate and ESSER funds
- Discuss and possibly approve superintendent's personnel recommendations including contract renewals, hiring, terminations