Galveston Independent School District, TX

Special Meeting

The Galveston Independent School District Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to consider a level 3 grievance decision regarding an employee. The board may recess into closed executive session to consult with an attorney or discuss personnel matters before reconvening to take action.

• Discuss and consider upholding level 3 grievance decision concerning employee

Regular Meeting

The Board of Trustees will discuss the 2026 proposed tax rate and schedule a public meeting for the 2026-2027 proposed budget. The meeting also includes several contract approvals and updates to the student code of conduct.

• Approval of 2026 proposed tax rate and scheduling of public hearing
• Contract for professional support for Burnet Elementary and Central Middle School from Educentric not to exceed $82,500
• Approval of 2026-2027 Student Code of Conduct
• Contractor approvals for Ball High School South Renovation Project (Bid Packages 6R, 21, and 22)
• Order calling for School Board Trustee Elections for Districts 5E and 6F on November 3, 2026

Regular Meeting

The Galveston Independent School District Board of Trustees will discuss the upcoming year's salary plan and a VATRE efficiency audit. The board will also review several contracts for software, curriculum, and facility renovations.

• 2026-2027 Salary Plan and Stipend List
• VATRE Efficiency Audit and Resolution
• 3-year Canvas LMS software agreement for $61,439.00
• Studies Weekly Social Studies curriculum not to exceed $146,150
• Ball High School South Renovation bid packages for fire suppression and waterproofing

Special Meeting

The Galveston ISD Board of Trustees meets in a special session to discuss and possibly approve a $7D construction package for the new Ball High School South Building Addition and to consider allowing the superintendent to attend the Thompson Executive Leadership Institute. The board may also recess into closed session for personnel matters before reconvening in open session.

• Approval of GMP New Ball High School South Building Addition Package #7D
• Consider superintendent’s participation in Thompson Executive Leadership Institute
• Possible closed-session discussion of personnel matters under Texas Government Code

Regular Meeting

The Galveston ISD Board of Trustees meets to discuss and vote on several action items, including the approval of a new building addition at Ball High School South, personnel matters, and the purchase of educational software and equipment. The board will also consider budget amendments and accept donations.

• Approve Ball High School South Building Addition Package #7D (GMP New Ball High School South)
• Purchase IXL Math Supplemental software for grades K-8 for two years, not to exceed $115,000
• Purchase NWEA testing software for 2026-2027 school year, not to exceed $80,000
• Purchase Studies Weekly Social Studies curriculum for K-6 for four years, $129,500
• Approve Officer Brittany Hines to purchase retired K9 Officer Bonsai for an undisclosed amount

Special Meeting

The Galveston ISD Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to discuss and vote on several action items, including renovations to Austin Elementary School’s auditorium flooring and seating, a $80,000 contract for martial arts instruction, and the termination of a probationary employee’s contract. The meeting will also include a closed executive session for legal and personnel matters.

• Approval of Austin Elementary School auditorium flooring renovation
• Approval of Austin Elementary School auditorium seating renovation
• Consideration of up to $80,000 contract with Kickstart Kids for martial arts program (2026-2027 school year)
• Proposal to terminate probationary contract of a district administrative employee
• Closed executive session for attorney consultation and personnel matters

Regular Meeting

The Galveston ISD Board of Trustees will meet April 22 at 6 p.m. in the Lovenberg Administration Building to discuss and vote on several action items, including a $100,000 grant transfer for summer camp programming, approval of construction contracts for the Ball High School North and South renovation projects, and renewal of software and vehicle purchase authorities. The board will also consider approving minutes, personnel actions, budget amendments, and donations.

• Approve $100,000 transfer from Tor Kids Moody Grant to MECC for 2026–2027 summer camp programming
• Approve CSP #2026-26-030 for Ball High School North New TOR Legacy Museum construction
• Approve proposed contractors for Ball High School South Renovation Bid Packages #7R1 (Steel Re-Bid) and #11 (Exterior HM Doors, Storefront, and Curtain Wall)
• Approve Skyward Annual License Fee renewal and Microsoft Volume Licensing Agreement renewal
• Delegate authority to purchase white fleet vehicles up to $100,000

Regular Meeting

The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss financial reports and consider several action items. These include budget amendments, personnel resignations, and the approval of an audit engagement letter for the 2026 fiscal year-end.

• Approval of budget amendments
• Approval of personnel resignations and recommendations with contracts
• Proposed library book purchase list for Oppe Elementary School
• Audit Engagement Letter for the August 31, 2026 Fiscal Year-End Audit
• Payment of attorney fees and Galveston College Dual Credit expenses

Regular Meeting

Special Meeting

The Galveston Independent School District board will hold a special meeting to decide on employee compensation for days missed due to inclement weather and to approve contractors for the Ball High School South renovation project. The board will also discuss custodial and pool care supply purchases for district facilities.

• Approve resolution to compensate employees for closure on January 26, 2026 (Fern Storm)
• Approve contractors for Ball High School South Renovation Project Bid Packages #3–#8
• Discuss and approve FY26 custodial and pool care supplies from Kleen Supply Company

Regular Meeting

The Galveston Independent School District board will meet to approve routine items including minutes, resignations, legal fees, and budget amendments. The board will also consider bids for temporary labor and equipment for the Ball High School South renovation project and purchases for Oppe Elementary playground equipment.

• Approve minutes from December 17, 2025 regular board meeting
• Approve personnel resignations and contract recommendations
• Approve payment of attorney fees in case No. 3:25-CV-00378
• Approve $X budget amendments for FY 2025-2026
• Approve Bid Package #1 ($X) and Bid Package #2 ($X) for Ball High School South renovation project