Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD public meetings in 2023
19 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular School Board Meeting
The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD school board is meeting to approve consent agenda items including out-of-state travel for student groups, budget amendments, and vendor contracts. The board will also discuss and potentially adopt resolutions on non-business days and an attendance incentive, and consider a partial resolution in a lawsuit. Personnel appointments and a real estate purchase/sale are also on the agenda.
- Approve tire proposal for Maintenance & Transportation Vehicles at $108,139.64
- Approve 3-year filter media and frames proposal at $324,599.00 per year
- Approve out-of-state travel for dance and theatre groups to Orlando, FL and New York City, NY
- Adopt resolutions designating non-business days and Attendance Matters Incentive
- Consider partial resolution of lawsuit C-2822-19-J PSJA ISD vs. DWCC vs. Valley Garden Center
Called Board Meeting
The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD Board of Trustees is holding a called meeting to canvass the election returns for the voter-authorized Maintenance and Operations tax rate ratification. This is the only substantive action on the agenda, alongside routine items like call to order, pledge, and public comments.
- Canvass election returns for the Voter Authorized Maintenance and Operations Tax Rate Ratification
Regular School Board Meeting
The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD school board is meeting to vote on a consent agenda that includes contracts for GED and ESL instruction, a dual credit MOU, and bids for musical instrument repairs. The board will also discuss an intruder detection audit report, a dual language/ESL program evaluation, and possible land purchase in executive session.
- Approve $80,520 agreement with Bell Foundation and Sperling Center for Additional Days School Year program
- Approve $14,500 GED instruction contract with South Texas College
- Approve $31,900 ESL instruction contract with South Texas College
- Approve $53,468.20 in bids for musical instrument repair services
- Discuss district-wide intruder detection audit report findings
Called Board Meeting
The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District Board of Education will hold a called meeting to elect district officers. The agenda also includes a presentation of a plaque by the Superintendent of Schools.
- Election of Board of Education officers for the 2023-2024 school year
- Presentation of plaque by the Superintendent of Schools
Regular School Board Meeting
The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD school board is meeting to vote on consent agenda items including software license renewals, consultant contracts, and a construction change order. They will also hear presentations on tax collections and a dual language program evaluation, and discuss a settlement agreement in a lawsuit.
- Renewal of Istation Reading Software for K-5, $376,880.80
- Renewal of DMAC Solutions software license, $78,263
- Consultant services: Jane Schaffer Academic Writing Program, $95,628; AVID, $77,724.60
- Dual language consultant services from Velazquez Press, $90,000
- Discussion of settlement in Melba Lozano v. PSJA ISD
Regular School Board Meeting
The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD school board is meeting to approve consent agenda items including staff travel, budget amendments, and several contracts and MOUs, plus a resolution for appraisal district nominations and the 2023-2024 improvement plans. The board will also hear a presentation on the Texas A&M dual language evaluation and discuss a final pay application for a construction project.
- Approve out-of-state travel for 10 staff to Conscious Discipline conference in Orlando, FL, Oct 11-14, 2023
- Approve Advise TX MOU with UT Austin and Texas Higher Ed Coordinating Board for 4 near-peer advisers, $40,000
- Approve MOU with Region One ESC for adult education program, no fee
- Approve MOU with Region One ESC for professional development, $30,000
- Approve proposal for relocation of portable buildings, not to exceed $179,000
Called Board Workshop
The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD Board of Trustees is holding a called workshop to receive a presentation and discussion on the findings of a forensic audit conducted by Weaver and Tidwell, L.L.P. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, pledge, and public comments, but the main substantive item is the audit presentation.
- Presentation and discussion on forensic audit findings by Weaver and Tidwell, L.L.P.
Called School Board Meeting
The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD school board is holding a called meeting that includes a public hearing on the recommended district budget and proposed tax rate for the 2023-2024 school year. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.
- Public hearing on recommended district budget for 2023-2024
- Public hearing on proposed tax rate for 2023-2024
Regular School Board Meeting
The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD school board will vote on the 2023-2024 budget, set the tax rate, and approve a resolution calling a special election for a voter-approved tax rate. They will also consider bond defeasance, ESSER-funded loyalty stipends, pay scales, and a license agreement with UTRGV for the natatorium. The board will also discuss authorizing a lawsuit regarding school buildings.
- Approve 2023-2024 recommended school budget
- Set tax rate and call special election for tax ratification
- Approve bond defeasance resolution
- Approve ESSER-funded loyalty stipends
- Discuss license agreement with UTRGV for natatorium use
Called Board Workshop/Meeting
The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD board is holding a called workshop/meeting to receive a presentation on the 2023-2024 school year budget and to consider setting a date for a public meeting on the budget and proposed tax rate. The agenda also includes routine items such as public comments, personnel employment approvals, and a possible executive session for legal and personnel matters.
- Presentation on the District's Budget for the 2023-2024 school year
- Approval to set date for public meeting for 2023-2024 Budget and Proposed Tax Rate
- Employment of Instructional Professional Personnel
- Employment of Non-Teaching Professional Personnel, including Principal(s)
- Executive session under Texas Government Code 551.071-551.084
Regular School Board Meeting
The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD school board will hold a regular meeting on July 31, 2023. The main action is voting on a proposal for Employee Group Health Agent Services for 2023-2026, which was previously tabled. The board will also consider consent agenda items, including budget amendments, contracts, and personnel appointments, plus a presentation on digital instructional resources.
- Approve awarding proposal for Employee Group Health - Agent Services for 2023-2026
- Approve Interlocal Agreement with Houston ISD for SHARS program 2023-2024
- Approve awarding proposals for Technology Resources
- Approve awarding proposal for Bank Depository for 2023-2025
- Approve T-TESS Appraisal Process Timeline
Regular School Board Meeting
The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD school board will consider awarding several employee benefit contracts, including health insurance TPA/PBM/stop-loss, life, vision, and agent services. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss personnel matters and then take action on hiring instructional and non-teaching professional staff.
- Award proposal for Employee Health Insurance TPA, PBM, and Stop-Loss Insurance (2023-2026)
- Award proposal for Employee Group Life Insurance (2023-2027)
- Award proposal for Employee Group Vision Insurance (2023-2027)
- Award proposals for Employee Group Health, Disability, and Voluntary Agent Services (2023-2026)
- Employment of instructional and non-teaching professional personnel, including principals and executive officers
Regular School Board Meeting
The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD school board will hold a regular meeting on June 19, 2023, to consider consent agenda items including several large purchases and contracts, as well as personnel actions. The board will also discuss and potentially approve the employment and contract of the Superintendent of Schools, and authorize advertising for the sale of land.
- Purchase of 6,700 Chromebooks for all middle school students for $2,509,150.00
- Awarding proposal for standardized dress-code polo shirts for all students at all campuses for $381,786.50
- 3rd year contract extension for Student Athletic/Accident Insurance for $246,992.00
- 2nd year renewal for Auto Liability, Physical Damage, General Liability, Crime & Cyber Security Insurance for $701,907.35
- License agreement with Hidalgo County for construction of a parking lot with ~75 spaces at C.V. Cain Baseball Field, 1229 S. Veterans Blvd., San Juan
Called Board Workshop
This is a called board workshop for the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD. The board will receive updates and discuss action plans on staffing improvements and retention, construction projects, enrollment, and technology devices. No formal votes are listed on this agenda.
- Staffing action plan on improvements and retention process
- Update on construction projects
- Enrollment and Countdown to Zero initiative
- Status report on devices
Called Board Workshop
The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD board is holding a called workshop to receive presentations and updates on several topics, including the dual language program action plan, career and technical education, student enrollment recruiting, the district budget, and the ESSER fund. No votes or decisions are listed on this agenda; it is an informational session.
- Presentation on the Action Plan for the Dual Language Program
- Update on Academics - Career & Technical Education (CTE) Program
- Public Relations - Recruiting efforts to Increase Student Enrollment
- Presentation on the District's Budget
- Update on the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) Fund
Called Board Meeting
This is a called meeting of the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD Board of Trustees. The board will take public comments, then enter executive session to discuss the employment of the Superintendent of Schools. Following that discussion, the board may take action to name a lone finalist for the superintendent position. The meeting is expected to adjourn after this item.
- Public comments
- Executive session under Texas Government Code 551.071-551.084
- Discussion on employment of Superintendent of Schools
- Discussion and possible action to name Lone Finalist for Superintendent of Schools
Called Board Meeting Cancelled
This agenda is for a called board meeting of the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD that was cancelled. The agenda lists only procedural items: public comments, an executive session, consultation with an attorney to interview superintendent candidates, and adjournment. No decisions or discussions were held.
- Meeting cancelled
- Executive session under Texas Government Code 551.071-551.084
- Consultation with attorney to interview superintendent candidates
Regular School Board Meeting
The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD school board is meeting to vote on consent agenda items including budget amendments, several catalog bids, a $202,086 workers' compensation insurance renewal, and a 5-year MOU with Hidalgo County Head Start. The board will also hear updates on the Texas A&M dual language evaluation and the Teacher Incentive Allotment, and is expected to take action on hiring instructional and non-teaching personnel, including an athletic coordinator/head football coach.
- Approve 2nd-year renewal for Excess Worker's Compensation Insurance at $202,086
- Approve 5-year MOU with Hidalgo County Head Start for special education services
- Approve out-of-state travel for 6 students and 2 sponsors to BPA National Leadership Conference in Anaheim, CA
- Approve catalog bids for maintenance equipment, trophies/plaques/medals, and student/staff incentives
- Employment of Athletic Coordinator/Head Football Coach
Regular School Board Meeting
The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD school board is meeting to vote on consent agenda items including contracts for custodial supplies, software, marquee signs, and an interlocal agreement, plus a resolution opposing school vouchers. The board will also hear presentations on benchmark scores, the Teacher Incentive Allotment, and a literacy grant, and will consider personnel hires in executive session.
- Approve awarding bids for Custodial Paper Products/$286,886.50
- Approve renewal purchase of Blackboard Website, Content Management System Software and Mass Notification System from Finalsite/$69,156.00
- Approve awarding Request for Proposals for marquee signs with color video at Napper Elementary School, Santos Livas Elementary School and Pathways Towards Independence (PTI)/$107,920.00
- Approve Interlocal Agreement with Region 18 Education Service Center/Texas Center for Educator Excellence (TXCEE) for TEEMS educator evaluation system/$88,000
- Approve Resolution regarding Vouchers, Education Savings Accounts, Taxpayer Savings Grants and other Mechanisms that reduce Public Education Funding