Vernon Independent School District, TX

Special Meeting

The Vernon ISD board will review the 2026–27 employee handbook, discuss the near-final budget for funds 199, 240, and 599, and take action on certified tax rolls, a proposed tax rate, and a new local sick leave bank policy. The meeting also includes a closed session for personnel matters.

• Review and discussion of the 2026-27 Employee Handbook (bereavement leave, dress code, child abuse reporting)
• Budget workshop for FY 26-27 funds 199, 240, and 599 with Mr. Montgomery presenting
• Action on certified tax rolls from Wilbarger ($938.8M M&O, $1.06B I&S) and Foard ($802.6K) counties
• Consideration and action on setting the proposed tax rate (M&O .6754, I&S .2300)
• Adoption of a new local sick leave bank policy to replace the current donation-based system

Regular Meeting

The Vernon ISD board will meet July 20, 2026 to act on the 2026–27 budget and policy updates. Key decisions include setting the district’s monthly health-insurance contribution at $421 per employee and raising the capital-asset threshold from $5,000 to $10,000. The board will also vote on interlocal agreements for shared services with neighboring school districts and adopt updated handbooks, safety plans, and compensation policies.

• Approve $421 per employee per month health-insurance contribution for 2026–27
• Raise capital-asset threshold from $5,000 to $10,000
• Adopt 2026–27 Student and Employee Handbooks
• Approve busing and DAEP interlocal agreements with Harrold, Crowell, Chillicothe, and Northside ISDs
• Amend Policy CFB(LOCAL) on capitalization threshold and adopt 2026–27 compensation plan

Regular Meeting

The Vernon ISD board will meet June 10, 2026 to conduct routine business and vote on several items. The board will consider approving property purchases, a budget amendment for cafeteria tables, security plans, band uniforms, and contracts for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. No major policy changes or controversial decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Approve purchase of 2806 15th St. and 2620 Crescent Drive
• Approve budget amendment for $X cafeteria tables at the Middle School
• Approve Region 9 contracts for 2026-2027 fiscal year
• Approve Vernon ISD PD Plan 2026-27 and security audit findings
• Approve band uniforms proposal

Regular Meeting

The Vernon Independent School District board will hold its regular meeting on May 18, 2026, to conduct standard business including approving routine reports, recognizing student athletes, and swearing in new trustees. Key decisions include purchasing school buses, approving memoranda of understanding with the Vernon Police Department and First Methodist of Vernon, and considering the creation of a nonprofit education foundation.

• Administer Oath of Office for Board of Trustees, Place 6 & 7
• Consider and approve purchase of buses from Rush Bus
• Consider and approve MOU with VPD for Dispatch access to cameras
• Consider and approve MOU with First Methodist of Vernon for Reunification
• Discussion and possible action on establishing a nonprofit education foundation for the District

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation menus and maintenance notices.

Special Meeting

The Vernon Independent School District will hold a special meeting to discuss three action items regarding the Boys and Girls Club of Vernon. These items concern student absences, logo usage, and facility access.

• MOU with Boys and Girls Club of Vernon to excuse absences for club events
• Permission for Boys and Girls Club of Vernon to use VISD logo for club soccer
• Permission for Boys and Girls Club of Vernon to use VISD facilities for club soccer

The provided minutes contain no record of actions, votes, or discussions. The document consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.

Regular Meeting

The Board will consider approving a contract for Chromebooks and carts and review recommendations for several administrative leadership positions. The meeting also includes reports on curriculum, instruction, and spring writing data.

• Purchase of Chromebooks and carts from Trafera for $234,945 (RFP#IT 2026-1)
• Superintendent recommendations for VES Asst. Principal, VMS Asst. Principal, AFP Principal, and Asst. Superintendent
• Superintendent recommendations on Probationary and Term Contracts
• Review of Spring Writing Interim Data 2026
• Closed session to discuss security personnel, devices, and security audits

The board met to consider a purchase of Chromebooks and carts from Trafera and review superintendent recommendations for several administrative and teaching contracts. The provided record lists items for consideration but does not record the final votes or outcomes of these actions.

• Considered purchase of Chromebooks and carts from Trafera for $234,945
• Considered approval of consent agenda including minutes, financial report, and donations
• Considered superintendent recommendations for VES Asst. Principal, VMS Asst. Principal, AFP Principal, and Asst. Superintendent
• Considered superintendent recommendations on Probationary Contracts
• Considered superintendent recommendations on Term Contracts

Special Meeting

The Vernon Independent School District board will hold a special meeting to consider and approve contracts with Region 9 Education Service Center (ESC) for awarded grants. The board will also discuss a design session with Paragon regarding turf and track improvements.

• Consider and approve contracts with Region 9 ESC as the approved provider for awarded grants
• Design session with Paragon for turf and track

The provided minutes for the March 30, 2026 special meeting contain no records of decisions, votes, or discussions. The document consists of system maintenance notices and a placeholder for meeting approval.

Regular Meeting

The Vernon ISD board will meet on March 23, 2026 to vote on several items, including the 2026-2027 school calendar, the sale of a tax property at 1523 Maiden St., and contracts for metal roofing, siding, turf, and a track. The board will also discuss security audits and administrator contracts in closed session.

• Consider and approve the 2026-2027 school calendar
• Consider and approve the sale of tax property at 1523 Maiden St.
• Consider and approve a bid for metal roofing and siding for the London St. building
• Consider and approve awarding a contract for turf and track
• Consider action on engagement of Edgin, Parkman, Fleming and Fleming as District Auditor for School Year ending August 31, 2026

The provided minutes contain no record of substantive decisions, votes, or discussions. The document consists primarily of system maintenance notices and a placeholder for the meeting.

Special Meeting

The board will meet in a special session to interview and discuss candidates for the Athletic Director position. The board will then reconvene in open session to consider hiring for the role and authorize the Superintendent to negotiate for an Athletic Director and Head Football Coach.

• Interviews and consideration of candidates for Athletic Director
• Potential hiring for the position of Athletic Director
• Authorization for Superintendent to negotiate and hire an Athletic Director and Head Football Coach

The provided minutes contain no record of motions, votes, or substantive decisions. The document consists of system maintenance notices and meeting metadata.

Special Meeting

The board met for a special session to interview and consider candidates for the Athletic Director position. The provided minutes list the agenda items but do not record the final outcome of the hiring consideration.

Special Meeting

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and a placeholder for approved minutes.

Special Meeting

The Board will discuss and consider hiring a candidate for the position of Superintendent. Additionally, the Board will act on an order regarding the cancellation of the General Trustee Election due to unopposed candidates.

• Action on Order Declaring Cancellation of General Trustee Election and Unopposed Candidates
• Discussion and consideration of hiring for the position of Superintendent

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and a header for the meeting.

Regular Meeting

The Board of Trustees will interview candidates for the Superintendent of Schools position and may name a lone finalist. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the Annual Report and TAPR.

• Public hearing on Annual Report & TAPR
• Purchase of a bus from Rush Bus
• Approval of Library Book order
• Resolution regarding wage payments during emergency school closings
• Discussion on 3-point seatbelt requirements per Transportation Code §547.701(f)

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and a meeting header.

Regular Meeting

The Vernon Independent School District board will hold its regular meeting on January 12, 2026, to discuss routine items and vote on several action items. The board will consider approving the consent agenda, including minutes, financial reports, and a plan to delay teacher certification requirements. A closed session will focus on security personnel deployment and personnel matters.

• Consider and approve Vernon ISD plan to delay teacher certification requirements
• Review and act on Annual Financial Report audit by Mike Edgin, District Auditor
• Discuss security personnel deployment and intruder detection audit findings
• Approve consent agenda including minutes and financial report
• Consider update 126 and SLR-508: Declaration of Compliance

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.