Ricardo Independent School District, TX

Regular Meeting

The Ricardo Independent School District board will hold its regular meeting on July 29, 2026, to conduct routine business and vote on several items. Key decisions include approving minutes, financial reports, and policy updates, as well as a land exchange with Kleberg County involving specific tracts of property. The board will also discuss and potentially approve the 2026-27 student and employee handbooks, budget workshop items, and tax rate notices.

• Consider land exchange with Kleberg County involving tracts at West County Road 2160 and Wagner Street
• Approve minutes from June 24 and July 15, 2026 meetings
• Approve monthly financial reports, including quarterly investment report
• Consider approval of 2026-27 student handbook and code of conduct
• Consider approval of 2026-27 employee handbook

Special Meeting

The Ricardo ISD school board will hold a special meeting to decide on a land exchange with Kleberg County and modifications to the superintendent’s employment contract. The board will also consider a joint election service contract and a resolution to call a school board election for November 3, 2026.

• Consider approval of a 2026 Joint Election Service Contract with Kleberg County
• Consider Resolution 2026-06 to call a School Board Election on November 3, 2026
• Consider land exchange with Kleberg County, including Resolution authorizing sale/exchange of real property at West County Road 2160 and Wagner Street
• Consider modifications to Superintendent’s Employment Contract, including salary and benefits
• Action on teacher resignations and employment decisions

Regular Meeting

The Ricardo ISD board will meet June 24, 2026 to hear the superintendent’s report and take action on several items, including approval of minutes, financial reports, and a proposed land exchange with Kleberg County. The board will also consider purchasing approximately 1.48 acres and revising board policy DED(LOCAL).

• Consider approval of minutes for May 4, 2026 Special and May 20, 2026 Regular meetings
• Consider amendments to 2025–2026 district budget
• Consider approval of a land exchange with Kleberg County involving tracts on West County Road 2160 and Wagner Street
• Consider purchase of approximately 1.48 acres in Kleberg County for district operations
• Consider revisions to board policy DED(LOCAL) regarding district vehicles

Special Meeting

The Board will conduct a budget workshop and consider the approval of the Ricardo ISD Employee Compensation Plan. The meeting includes closed sessions to discuss personnel resignations, employment, and administrative salaries.

• Budget Workshop
• Approval of Ricardo ISD Employee Compensation Plan
• Teacher and personnel resignations and employment
• Administrative salaries, duties, and responsibilities

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Regular Meeting

The Ricardo ISD board will hold its regular meeting on May 20, 2026, to act on routine financial approvals, personnel matters, and a potential land purchase near U.S. Highway 77. The board will also discuss the upcoming 2026-2027 professional development plan and receive updates on intruder detection audits and water impacts.

• Approval of monthly financial reports and district financial matters
• Consideration of purchases over $10,000, including final payment to STBP for SPED and elementary additions
• Approval of bid for football field bleachers
• Amendment to oversight engagement letter for financial audit (August 31, 2026)
• Discussion on possible purchase of real property near U.S. Highway 77 in Kleberg County

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Special Meeting

The Ricardo Independent School District will hold a special meeting to discuss the possible purchase of real property. The board will deliberate in a closed session before moving to an open session for possible action and authorization for the Superintendent to negotiate terms.

• Possible purchase of real property located west of and adjacent to District-owned property near US Highway 77 in Kleberg County

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Regular Meeting

The Ricardo ISD board will hold its regular April meeting, featuring routine approvals of minutes, financial reports, and construction-related payments. No major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from March 25, 2026 board meeting
• Approval of monthly financial reports including quarterly investment report
• Approval of purchases over $10,000
• Final payment to Gignac Architects for SPED and Elementary Addition projects
• 13th and 14th payments to STBP for SPED and Elementary additions and renovations

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Regular Meeting

The Ricardo ISD board will hold its regular meeting on March 25, 2026, to act on routine financial approvals, personnel matters, and bids for new buses and bleachers. The agenda includes approval of minutes, monthly financial reports, and a construction contract payment. Public comment and the superintendent’s report are also scheduled.

• Approval of monthly financial reports and district financial matters
• Approval of purchases over $10,000, including a 13th payment to STBP for SPED and elementary additions
• Consideration of new 72-passenger bus and bleacher installation bids
• Approval of 2026–2027 instructional materials and TEKS certification
• Hiring of an Academic Dean and approval of teachers’ contracts for 2026–2027

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Public Hearing

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Regular Meeting

The Ricardo Independent School District Board will discuss the 2026-2027 academic calendar and student transfer agreements. The board will also review the feasibility and budget impact of installing three-point seat belts on school buses per Texas SB 546.

• Approval of the 2026-2027 District Academic Calendar
• Discussion of Texas SB 546 regarding three-point seat belts on school buses
• Consideration of Resolution 2026-04 to adopt daily prayer and Bible reading per SB 11
• Approval of the 12th payment to STBP for SPED and Elementary additions and renovation
• Review of Transportation MOU with Riviera, Kingsville, Santa Gertrudis, Kenedy County-Wide Consolidated, Bishop, and Banquete ISDs

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Special Meeting

The Ricardo Independent School District Board will meet to consider a change order for millwork at Ricardo Elementary. The board will also conduct evaluations for the superintendent and itself in closed session.

• Approval of Change Order #3 for RISD Addition and Renovation to Ricardo Elementary and District Phase 1 with South Texas Building Partners
• Superintendent evaluation and consideration of contract extension
• Board self-evaluation, needs assessment, and annual training planning

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Regular Meeting

The Ricardo ISD board will hold its regular meeting on January 21, 2026, and is scheduled to vote on several financial and construction matters. The board will also hear updates from district leadership and recognize trustees for public service.

• Approve $5,821.80 change order for double doors at Ricardo Elementary
• Approve $11th payment to STBP for SPED and elementary additions and renovations
• Vote on approval of December 2025 meeting minutes and monthly financial reports
• Hear district audit report for year ended August 31, 2025
• Consider adding one Pre-K teacher position

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