Queen City ISD public meetings in 2025
16 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Mon Dec 15, 2025 · 6:00PM
Regular Meeting
Queen City ISD to consider annual audit and summer meal program waiver
The Board of Trustees will review the annual financial audit report and discuss a waiver for the Texas Summer Mandate regarding summer nutrition programs. The meeting also includes votes on facility regulations, personnel changes, and several donations.
- Approval of the Annual Financial Audit Report presented by Wilf and Henderson, PC
- Request for a Texas Summer Mandate Waiver for the Summer Nutrition Program due to transportation obstacles
- Acceptance of a $9,852.50 donation from Jay Patel and Apple for the Computer Science Department
- Reallocation of $3,500.00 to purchase two additional AED units
- Acceptance of a $250.00 donation from Gregg Orr Auto Collection of Texarkana
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✓ Decided: Queen City ISD approves annual audit and requests summer nutrition waiver
The Board approved the annual financial audit report and the 2026 E-rate contracts. Members approved a request for a Texas Summer Mandate waiver due to transportation obstacles and accepted two donations totaling $9,882.50. The Board also voted not to adopt a resolution designating a period of prayer.
- Approved Annual Financial Audit Report (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda (7-0)
- Accepted $9,852.50 donation from Jay Patel and Apple (7-0)
- Accepted $250.00 donation from Gregg Orr Auto Collection of Texarkana (7-0)
- Approved $3,500 reallocation for 2 additional AED units (7-0)
- Approved intention to request Texas Summer Mandate waiver for nutrition program (7-0)
- Approved District and Campus Site-Based Committees goals and objectives (7-0)
- Approved E-rate contracts for funding year 2026 (7-0)
Thornton Administration Building 1015 Houston St. Queen City, TX 75572
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approve the Audit Report as presented
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve this consent agenda
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Recommend the donation be accepted
14 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea · Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Recommend the reallocation of $3500 F11 to F33
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
QCISD Child Nutrition Department is requesting board approval of our intention to request the waiver and a written notice issued to the SHAC that includes our explanation
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve these plans as developed, evaluated and revised by our decision-making committees
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve the contracts as presented
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Is is recommended that the Board to NOT approve this resolution
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board terminate this agreement
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Mon Nov 17, 2025 · 6:00PM
Regular Meeting
Queen City ISD to vote on Cass County Appraisal District board seats
The Board will consider fund balance designations and cast 928 votes for six vacancies on the Cass County Appraisal District Board of Directors. The meeting includes several budget amendments and the adoption of state-mandated educational plans.
- Casting 928 votes for the Cass County Appraisal District Board of Directors
- Budget amendment of $5,500 for TIA fees
- Budget amendment of $9,000 for Library Services Cooperative
- Approval of the Morris Upchurch Elementary Local Improvement Plan
- Updating financial signatures and investment officers to Chequita Dunbar
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✓ Decided: Queen City ISD approves budget amendments and professional development waiver
The Board approved two budget amendments totaling $14,500 for TIA fees and library services. They also authorized a waiver to replace 1,395 minutes of student instruction with professional development for the 2025-26 calendar. Additionally, the Board updated local policies and changed financial signatures for the Business Manager.
- Approved consent agenda (6-0)
- Approved fund balance commitment/designations (6-0)
- Approved votes for Cass County Appraisal District Board of Directors (6-0)
- Approved Chequita Dunbar as signer and investment officer for district accounts (6-0)
- Approved $5,500 budget amendment (F11) for TIA fees (6-0)
- Approved $9,000 budget amendment (F12) for Region 8 Library Coop (6-0)
- Approved waiver to provide professional development in lieu of 1,395 minutes of instruction (6-0)
- Approved TASB Local Policy Update 126 (6-0)
Thornton Administration Building 1015 Houston St. Queen City, TX 75572
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
It is recommended that the Board approve this consent agenda
6 yea · 1 absent
Hamilton absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Approve fund balance commitment/designations as presented
6 yea · 1 absent
Hamilton absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Cast the votes for the Nominees for CCAD Board of Directors as specified on the resolution
6 yea · 1 absent
Hamilton absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Approve changes to accounts for change in Business Manager and naming Business Manager as investment officer
6 yea · 1 absent
Hamilton absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Approve amendment of $5,500 for TIA fees
6 yea · 1 absent
Hamilton absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Amend F12 by $9,000 for the Region 8 Library Coop
6 yea · 1 absent
Hamilton absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the QCISD Board of Trustees approve the plan to submit a waiver to provide professional development designed to improve student performance in lieu of 1,395 minutes (3 days) of…
6 yea · 1 absent
Hamilton absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the board add, revise, or delete (LOCAL) policies as offered by TASB Policy Service for consideration and according to the Instruction Sheet for TASB Localized Policy Manual…
6 yea · 1 absent
Hamilton absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Mon Oct 20, 2025 · 6:00PM
Regular Meeting
Board to approve 2025 tax roll and professional development plan
The Queen City ISD Board will vote on approving the 2025 tax roll, the district’s professional development plan, and an investment policy review. They will also discuss a school-sponsored trip to Italy and receive reports on state testing results and quarterly investments.
- Approval of the 2025 Tax Roll
- Approval of the District’s Professional Development Plan
- Review/Approval of Investment Policy
- Presentation on school-sponsored trip to Italy in June 2026
- Resolution regarding Senate Bill 12 and parental rights in public education
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✓ Decided: Queen City ISD approves 2025 tax roll and parental rights resolution
The Board approved the 2025 tax roll and corresponding tax levy. It also adopted a resolution regarding Senate Bill 12 concerning parental rights in public education and approved the district's professional development plan.
- Approved consent agenda (6-0, 1 absent)
- Approved District's Professional Development Plan (6-0, 1 absent)
- Approved investment policy as presented (6-0, 1 absent)
- Approved 2025 Tax Roll and corresponding Tax Levy (6-0, 1 absent)
- Adopted resolution regarding Senate Bill 12 and Parents Rights (6-0, 1 absent)
- Approved personnel resignations, leave, hiring, and reassignments (6-0, 1 absent)
Thornton Administration Building 1015 Houston St. Queen City, TX 75572
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
It is recommended that the Board approve this consent agenda
6 yea · 1 absent
Campbell absent · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve the plan as presented
6 yea · 1 absent
Campbell absent · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Is is recommended that the Board approve this policy as presented
6 yea · 1 absent
Campbell absent · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Approve the 2025 Tax Roll and corresponding Tax Levy by affirmation of the resolution presented
6 yea · 1 absent
Campbell absent · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board adopt this resolution as presented
6 yea · 1 absent
Campbell absent · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve these personnel changes
6 yea · 1 absent
Campbell absent · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board adjourn at this time
6 yea · 1 absent
Campbell absent · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Mon Sep 15, 2025 · 6:00PM
Regular Meeting
Queen City ISD to discuss Cass County Appraisal District officer election
The Board will discuss the nomination process for the Cass County Appraisal District officer election. The meeting also includes administrative reports and a scheduled executive session regarding personnel.
- Discussion of nominations for the Cass County Appraisal District officer election
- Updated SHAC Committee Members list for 2025-2026 provided by Nurse Kim Sherk
- Executive session to discuss personnel under Texas Government Code 551.074
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✓ Decided: Queen City ISD Board approves consent agenda
The Board approved the consent agenda and adjourned the meeting. Other items included a report on SHAC Committee members and a discussion regarding the Cass County Appraisal District Officer Election nomination process.
- Approved consent agenda (4-0)
- Approved adjournment (4-0)
Thornton Administration Building 1015 Houston St. Queen City, TX 75572
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
It is recommended that the Board approve this consent agenda
4 yea · 3 absent
Hamilton absent · Stanmore absent · Wiley absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stringer yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board adjourn at this time
4 yea · 3 absent
Hamilton absent · Stanmore absent · Wiley absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stringer yea · Wise yea
Thu Aug 28, 2025 · 6:00PM
Special Meeting
Queen City ISD to vote on 2025-2026 budget and tax rates
The Board will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the 2025-2026 budget for General Operating, Debt Service, and Food Service. They will also vote on setting the tax rates to support the adopted budget.
- Proposed tax rates: M&O $.7705, Debt Service $.04306, Total $.81356
- Approval of cooperative agreements, including Reg 7 Purchasing with an $863 fee for 25-26
- Consideration of sanctioning 4-H Members of Cass County as an extracurricular activity
- Final budget amendments for 2024-2025 General Operating, Debt Service, and Food Service
- Report on the number of EB students to be submitted to the TEA
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✓ Decided: Queen City ISD adopts 2025-2026 budgets and sets total tax rate at $.81356
The Board approved the 2025-2026 General Operating, Debt Service, and Food Service budgets. They also adopted a resolution setting the total tax rate and approved final budget amendments for the 2024-2025 year. Additional approvals included cooperative purchasing agreements and the sanctioning of 4-H Cass County as an extracurricular activity.
- Adopted 2025-2026 General Operating, Debt Service, and Food Service budgets (4-0)
- Set total tax rate at $.81356 (M&O $.7705 and Debt Service $.04306) (4-0)
- Approved 2024-2025 final budget amendments for General Operating, Debt Service, and Food Service (4-0)
- Sanctioned 4-H Members of Cass County as an extracurricular activity and approved Adjunct Faculty Agreement (4-0)
- Approved continued use of cooperatives including TIPS, Omnia, BuyBoard, DIR, Reg 20, Reg 7, and Compare Co-op (4-0)
- Approved notice of new hire for at-will employee (4-0)
Thornton Administration Building 1015 Houston St. Queen City, TX 75572
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
It is recommended that the Board approve this as presented
4 yea · 3 absent
Campbell absent · Stanmore absent · Wise absent · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea
Approve the continued use of the Cooperatives in 2025-2026
4 yea · 3 absent
Campbell absent · Stanmore absent · Wise absent · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea
Approve the amended budgets for 2024-2025 as presented and approve authorization of function changes as needed
4 yea · 3 absent
Campbell absent · Stanmore absent · Wise absent · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea
Approve the adoption of the General Operating, Debt Service, and Food Service budgets as presented. The General Operating budget is balanced
4 yea · 3 absent
Campbell absent · Stanmore absent · Wise absent · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea
Adopt the resolution setting the tax rate
4 yea · 3 absent
Campbell absent · Stanmore absent · Wise absent · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea
it is recommended to
4 yea · 3 absent
Campbell absent · Stanmore absent · Wise absent · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea
It is recommended that the Board adjourn at this time
4 yea · 3 absent
Campbell absent · Stanmore absent · Wise absent · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea
Tue Aug 12, 2025 · 5:30PM
Regular Meeting
Queen City ISD to consider 2025-26 budget and proposed tax rates
The Board will review a proposed balanced budget and set preliminary M&O and I&S tax rates for the 2025-26 school year. Other business includes updating district policies and approving insurance and vehicle purchases.
- Proposed tax rates: M&O at $0.7705 and I&S at $0.04306 (Total: $.81356)
- Renewal of property, casualty, and auto insurance with TPS for $205,616
- Adult meal price increases: Breakfast from $3.30 to $3.50; Lunch from $5.00 to $5.25
- Purchase of a full-sized truck from Gunn Chevrolet
- Policy updates regarding cell phone usage (FNCE) and library materials (EFB)
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✓ Decided: Queen City ISD approves proposed 2025-26 budget and tax rates
The Board approved a proposed break-even budget and proposed tax rates for the 2025-26 school year. Other actions included updating district mission statements, renewing insurance, and increasing adult cafeteria meal prices.
- Approved proposed 2025-2026 break-even budget (5-0)
- Approved proposed tax rates: M&O $0.7705, I&S $0.04306, Total $0.81356 (5-0)
- Approved new Mission and Vision Statements (5-0)
- Approved insurance renewal with TPS for $205,616 (5-0)
- Increased adult meal prices: Breakfast to $3.50 and Lunch to $5.25 (5-0)
- Approved purchase of a full-sized truck from Gunn Chevrolet (5-0)
- Adopted NWEA Map Fluency, Map Growth, and Map Dyslexia Screening instruments (5-0)
- Approved updates to Local Policy FNCE (cell phone usage) and EFB (library materials) (5-0)
Thornton Administration Building 1015 Houston St. Queen City, TX 75572
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
It is recommended that the Board approve this consent agenda
5 yea · 2 absent
Hamilton absent · Stringer absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve the Mission and Vision Statements as presented
5 yea · 2 absent
Hamilton absent · Stringer absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve the PROPOSED break-even budget
5 yea · 2 absent
Hamilton absent · Stringer absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Approve a PROPOSED rate of: M&O $.7705 I&S $.04306 Total $.81356
5 yea · 2 absent
Hamilton absent · Stringer absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approved the quote from TPS for our 2025-2026 complete insurance package
5 yea · 2 absent
Hamilton absent · Stringer absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended to increase the prices of adult meals as presented
5 yea · 2 absent
Hamilton absent · Stringer absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve the purchase of the vehicle(s) selected and the amendment of F34
5 yea · 2 absent
Hamilton absent · Stringer absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Queen City Board of Trustees adopt the NWEA Map Fluency and Map Growth instrument to meet this requirement
5 yea · 2 absent
Hamilton absent · Stringer absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Queen City Board of Trustees adopt the committee-recommended NWEA Map Dyslexia Screening instrument
5 yea · 2 absent
Hamilton absent · Stringer absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Approve the policy as presented
5 yea · 2 absent
Hamilton absent · Stringer absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve this policy as presented
5 yea · 2 absent
Hamilton absent · Stringer absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve these personnel changes
5 yea · 2 absent
Hamilton absent · Stringer absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board adjourn at this time
5 yea · 2 absent
Hamilton absent · Stringer absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Mon Jul 21, 2025 · 6:00PM
Regular Meeting
Queen City ISD to consider new student electronic device policy and teacher incentives
The Board of Trustees will decide on a new personal electronic device policy for students and a local designation system for teacher incentives. The meeting also includes votes on maintenance contracts and a student accident insurance provider.
- Adoption of a Personal Electronic Device Policy per HB 1481
- Approval of the Texas Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) Local Designation System Plan
- Student Accident Insurance contract with Texas Student Resources for $8K
- Proposed $3,000 stipend for SPED teachers
- Authorization to increase Micro-Purchase threshold up to $50,000
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✓ Decided: Queen City ISD approves new student electronic device policy and teacher incentive plan
The Board approved an updated Personal Electronic Device Policy to comply with HB 1481 and submitted a Teacher Incentive Allotment plan to the TEA. Other actions included approving the 2025-2026 compensation and stipend packages, as well as several maintenance contracts.
- Approved updated Personal Electronic Device Policy (6-0)
- Approved submission of Teacher Incentive Allotment Local Designation System Plan to TEA (6-0)
- Adopted 2025-2026 Compensation Package (6-0)
- Approved 2025-2026 Stipend Package, including $3,000 for SPED teachers (6-0)
- Authorized Superintendent to increase Micro-Purchase threshold to $49,999 (6-0)
- Approved $8K student accident insurance contract with Texas Student Resources (6-0)
- Approved lawn care contract with Benson Lawn Care and football field maintenance with DTurfMeister (6-0)
- Approved 2025-2026 Employee Handbook (6-0)
Thornton Administration Building 1015 Houston St. Queen City, TX 75572
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
It is recommended that the Board approve this consent agenda
6 yea · 1 absent
Wise absent · Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea
Authorize Superintendent sign Self-Certification of increase in Micro-Purchase Threshold to $49,999
6 yea · 1 absent
Wise absent · Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea
Approve amendments as presented so no function will be overspent in July
6 yea · 1 absent
Wise absent · Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea
It is recommended that the Board approve the lawn care contract
6 yea · 1 absent
Wise absent · Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea
It is recommended the Board approve the vendor Mr. Lewis recommends
6 yea · 1 absent
Wise absent · Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea
Approve the selection of Texas Student Resources as provider of our Student Ahletic/Activities Insurance
6 yea · 1 absent
Wise absent · Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea
Approve the updated plan as presented
6 yea · 1 absent
Wise absent · Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea
Approve the submission of the Queen City ISD Teacher Incentive Allotment Local Designation System Plan to the Texas Education Agency for consideration
6 yea · 1 absent
Wise absent · Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea
It is recommended that the the 2025-2026 Compensation Package be adopted as presented
6 yea · 1 absent
Wise absent · Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea
It is recommended that the Board approve this stipend package as presented
6 yea · 1 absent
Wise absent · Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea
Approve the handbook as presented
6 yea · 1 absent
Wise absent · Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea
It is recommended that the regular board meeting be moved to Tuesday, August 12th
6 yea · 1 absent
Wise absent · Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea
It is recommended that the Board call a special meeting/public hearing for August 28th for Budget and Tax Rate hearing and adoption
6 yea · 1 absent
Wise absent · Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea
It is recommended that the Board approve these personnel changes
6 yea · 1 absent
Wise absent · Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea
It is recommended that the Board adjourn at this time
6 yea · 1 absent
Wise absent · Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea
Tue Jul 8, 2025 · 6:30PM
Special Meeting
Queen City ISD to take action on personnel matters
The Board will hold a special meeting to discuss personnel in an executive session. The Board is scheduled to take action regarding resignations, leave, hiring, and reassignments.
- Executive session to discuss personnel
- Action item on resignations and leave
- Action item on hiring and reassignment
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✓ Decided: Queen City ISD Board approves personnel changes
The Board of Trustees met for a special meeting to address personnel matters. Following an executive session, the Board voted to approve recommended personnel changes regarding resignations, leave, hiring, and reassignments.
- Approved personnel changes including resignations, leave, hiring, and reassignments (4-0)
Thornton Administration Building 1015 Houston St. Queen City, TX 75572
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
It is recommended that the Board approve these personnel changes
4 yea · 3 absent
Campbell absent · Hamilton absent · Wise absent · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea
It is recommended that the Board adjourn at this time
4 yea · 3 absent
Campbell absent · Hamilton absent · Wise absent · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea
Mon Jun 23, 2025 · 6:00PM
Regular Meeting
Board to vote on teacher pay hikes, retention bonuses, and homeschool UIL rules
The Queen City ISD Board of Trustees will act on several compensation and policy items at its June 23 meeting. Key decisions include raises for teachers and staff, retention and recruitment bonuses, a new bank depository, and whether to opt out of allowing homeschool students to participate in UIL activities.
- Consider $1,000 retention and $250 recruitment bonuses for all employees
- Approve 3% raises for exempt and non-scale employees, costing ~$67K total
- Select City National Bank as new depository after proposal review
- Vote on opting out of homeschool UIL participation by Sept. 1 deadline
- Approve $4K–$8K teacher pay hikes per state mandate for eligible staff
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✓ Decided: Queen City ISD approves teacher pay increases and new bank depository
The Board approved several compensation measures, including retention and recruitment bonuses and pay scale increases for teachers and administrators. The district also selected City National Bank as its depository and voted to opt out of homeschool participation in UIL activities.
- Approved contract with City National Bank as depository from Sept 1, 2025 to Aug 31, 2027 (7-0)
- Increased health insurance contribution to $411/month for paraprofessionals and food service employees (7-0)
- Designated Director of Finance to calculate tax rates and truth-in-taxation requirements (7-0)
- Approved $1,000 retention bonus for returning employees and $250 recruitment bonus for new employees (7-0)
- Approved 3% increase for administrators/exempt employees not eligible for TRA (7-0)
- Approved 3% increase for hourly non-scale employees for 2025-2026 (7-0)
- Adopted $4K/$8K pay scales for all employees tied to the teacher pay scale (7-0)
- Voted to OPT OUT of allowing homeschool participation in UIL activities (7-0)
Thornton Administration Building 1015 Houston St. Queen City, TX 75572
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
It is recommended that the Board approve this consent agenda
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended to contract with City National Bank as our depository for an intial term of two years beginning September 1, 2025 and ending August 31, 2027
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Approve an increase to $411 per month in District Insurance Contribution for paraprofessionals and food service employees
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Approve the designation of the Director of Finance, with assistance from the Appraisal Office, to calculate all required tax rates and truth-in taxation requirements
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Approval of $1,000/$250 retention/recruitment bonus
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve a 3% increase for administrators/exempt employees on the attached schedule unless they are eligible for TRA
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Adopt the $4K/$8K pay scales for all employees tied to the teachers pay scale
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve the 25-26 QCISD OER Transition Plan for RLA Grades K-4
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board votes to OPT OUT of allowing homeschool participation
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board add, revise or delete (LOCAL) policies as offered by TASB Policy Service for consideration and according to the Instruction Sheet for TASB Localized Policy Manual…
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve these personnel changes
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board adjourn at this time
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Thu Jun 12, 2025 · 5:30PM
Special Meeting
Queen City ISD board to hold closed session on personnel matters
The Queen City ISD board will hold a special meeting on June 12, 2025, at 5:30 PM. The agenda includes a closed executive session to discuss personnel matters under Texas Government Code 551.074, followed by action items on resignations/leave and hiring/reassignment. The meeting is procedural with no substantive decisions scheduled.
- Executive session to discuss personnel matters
- Action items on resignations/leave and hiring/reassignment
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✓ Decided: Queen City ISD Board approves personnel changes
The Board held a special meeting to discuss and act upon personnel matters. Following an executive session, the Board voted to approve recommended personnel changes regarding resignations, leave, hiring, and reassignments.
- Approved personnel changes including resignations, leave, hiring, and reassignments (7-0)
Thornton Administration Building 1015 Houston St. Queen City, TX 75572
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
It is recommended that the Board approve these personnel changes
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board adjourn at this time
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Thu May 29, 2025 · 5:30PM
Special Meeting
Queen City ISD to consider adopting Bluebonnet Learning materials
The Board will consider the adoption of Bluebonnet Learning instructional materials designed to cover Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). The meeting also includes an executive session and action items regarding personnel hiring, reassignments, and resignations.
- Consideration of adopting Bluebonnet Learning instructional materials
- Personnel action items: Resignations/Leave
- Personnel action items: Hiring/Reassignment
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✓ Decided: Queen City ISD adopts Bluebonnet Learning materials for K-4 ELAR
The Board approved the adoption of Bluebonnet Learning instructional materials for grades K-4 ELAR. The Board also approved personnel changes including resignations, leave, hiring, and reassignments.
- Adopted Bluebonnet Learning for grades K-4 ELAR (6-0, 1 absent)
- Approved personnel changes regarding resignations, leave, hiring, and reassignment (6-0, 1 absent)
Thornton Administration Building 1015 Houston St. Queen City, TX 75572
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
It is recommended that the Board adopt Bluebonnet Learning for grades K-4 ELAR
6 yea · 1 absent
Simmons absent · Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve these personnel changes
6 yea · 1 absent
Simmons absent · Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board adjourn at this time
6 yea · 1 absent
Simmons absent · Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Mon May 12, 2025 · 6:00PM
Regular Meeting
Board swears in three new members and considers surplus asset auctions
The Queen City ISD Board will swear in three newly elected members and elect officers at this regular meeting. It will also consider renewing a food-purchasing cooperative agreement, auctioning five unused buses and excess agricultural equipment, and committing $78,365 of unexpended 2024 funds for 2025 homestead audits and retirement contributions.
- Swear in Laini Simmons (Place 1), Andy Campbell (Place 2), and Jonathan Stanmore (Place 3)
- Renew 2025-2026 Interlocal Agreement with Reg 8 Food Purchasing Cooperative
- Auction five unused buses and excess agricultural equipment by sealed bid
- Commit $78,365 of 2024 unexpended funds for 2025 homestead audit and employee retirement contributions
- Elect Board President, Vice President, and Secretary
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✓ Decided: Queen City ISD Board elects officers and approves equipment auctions
The Board elected its officers and approved the 2025-2026 food purchasing agreement with Reg 8. Members also authorized the auction of five unused buses and excess agricultural equipment. Personnel changes including resignations, leaves, and hiring were approved.
- Approved election of Board Officers (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda (7-0)
- Approved 2025-2026 Interlocal Agreement with Reg 8 Food Purchasing Cooperative (7-0)
- Approved release and auction of 5 buses (7-0)
- Approved release and auction of excess ag equipment (7-0)
- Approved personnel resignations, leaves, hiring, and reassignments (7-0)
Thornton Administration Building 1015 Houston St. Queen City, TX 75572
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
It is recommended that the Board approves these Officer Elections
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve this consent agenda
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve this agreement
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve this release and auction
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board release these items for auction
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve these personnel changes
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board adjourn at this time
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Mon Apr 21, 2025 · 6:00PM
Regular Meeting
Board to review audit firm renewal and board member training compliance
The Queen City ISD Board will hear administrative reports, review a quarterly investment report, and discuss board member continuing education compliance. They will also consider renewing the annual audit contract with Wilf and Henderson and joining the Texas Rural Education Association’s legal services program.
- Consideration of renewal of annual audit contract with Wilf and Henderson
- Consideration of 2025-2026 TREA Legal Services Program (Powell Law Group) with no annual retainer fee
- Annual announcement of board member continuing education compliance
- Quarterly investment report review (no action required)
- Public comment period at meeting start
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✓ Decided: Queen City ISD approves annual audit firm and legal services agreement
The Board approved the engagement of Wilf and Henderson for the 2025-2026 annual financial audit and entered into a legal services agreement with Powell Law Group. Additionally, the Board approved personnel changes including resignations, leave, and hiring.
- Approved consent agenda (7-0)
- Approved engagement of Wilf and Henderson for 2025-2026 annual audit (7-0)
- Approved agreement with Powell Law Group for TREA Legal Services Program (7-0)
- Approved personnel resignations, leave, hiring, and reassignments (6-0, 1 abstain)
Thornton Administration Building 1015 Houston St. Queen City, TX 75572
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
It is recommended that the Board approve this consent agenda
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Approve the engagement of Wilf and Henderson for the 2025-2026 school year
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended the Board enter into an agreement with Powell Law Group to participate in the Legal Services Program for Texas Rural Education Association (TREA)
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve these personnel changes
6 yea · 1 abstain
Campbell abstain · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board adjourn at this time
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Mon Mar 17, 2025 · 6:00PM
Regular Meeting
Queen City ISD to consider budget amendment to reduce expenditures by $666,824
The Board of Trustees will discuss a budget amendment to lower the district deficit and approve the 2025-2026 school calendar. The board will also consider canceling the May 3, 2025 election due to unopposed candidates.
- Budget amendment to reduce budgeted expenditures by $666,824
- Cancellation of May 3, 2025 election for Place 1, 2, and 3
- Proposal for MUMS Cafeteria roof replacement from Landford Roofing & Construction
- Approval of 2025-2026 School Calendar
- Appointment of Shannon Henderson as Title IX Coordinator and Jessica McIntosh as 504 Coordinator
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✓ Decided: Queen City ISD cancels May 3 election and reduces budgeted expenditures
The Board cancelled the May 3, 2025 election as all candidates were unopposed. The Board also approved a budget amendment to reduce expenditures by $666,824 and selected a contractor for the MUMS Cafeteria roof replacement.
- Approved consent agenda
- Cancelled May 3, 2025 election and certified unopposed candidates
- Appointed Shannon Henderson as Title IX Coordinator and Jessica McIntosh as 504 Coordinator
- Updated Records Management Officer to Casey Nichols
- Certified student access to instructional materials per Texas Education Code
- Approved Landford Roofing & Construction for MUMS Cafeteria roof replacement
- Approved budget amendment for $666,824 reduction in expenditures
- Approved 2025-2026 School Calendar
Thornton Administration Building 1015 Houston St. Queen City, TX 75572
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
It is recommended that the Board approve this consent agenda
4 yea · 3 absent
Campbell absent · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore absent · Stringer yea · Wiley absent · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board certify the unopposed candidates, call for the candidates to be duly elected and approve the election cancellation
4 yea · 3 absent
Campbell absent · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore absent · Stringer yea · Wiley absent · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve these updates
4 yea · 3 absent
Campbell absent · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore absent · Stringer yea · Wiley absent · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve this update
4 yea · 3 absent
Campbell absent · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore absent · Stringer yea · Wiley absent · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board certify that QCISD students have access to instructional materials that meet requirements as outlined in Texas Education Code
4 yea · 3 absent
Campbell absent · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore absent · Stringer yea · Wiley absent · Wise yea
Approve the selection of Landford Roofing & Construction to replace the MUMS Cafeteria Roof as specified in the RFP
4 yea · 3 absent
Campbell absent · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore absent · Stringer yea · Wiley absent · Wise yea
Approve the budget amendment as attached by Function for a total of $666,824
4 yea · 3 absent
Campbell absent · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore absent · Stringer yea · Wiley absent · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve the calendar
4 yea · 3 absent
Campbell absent · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore absent · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise absent
It is recommended that the Board approve these personnel changes
4 yea · 3 absent
Campbell absent · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore absent · Stringer yea · Wiley absent · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board adjourn at this time
4 yea · 3 absent
Campbell absent · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore absent · Stringer yea · Wiley absent · Wise yea
Mon Feb 10, 2025 · 6:00PM
Regular Meeting
Queen City ISD considers waiver for Summer Nutrition Program
The Board will discuss requesting a waiver for the Texas Summer Nutrition Mandate due to transportation obstacles. Other actions include updating bank account signatures and compensating employees for emergency closures on January 9th and 10th.
- Request for Texas Summer Nutrition Mandate Waiver due to lack of public transit
- Resolution to compensate employees for emergency closures on January 9-10
- Updating bank signatures at CNB to remove Shannon Henderson and add Casey Nichols
- Consideration of Local Policy Update 124
- Personnel actions regarding resignations, leave, and hiring
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✓ Decided: Queen City ISD approves summer nutrition mandate waiver
The Board approved a request to waive the Texas Summer Nutrition Program mandate due to insurmountable transportation obstacles for students. Other actions included updating local policies and adjusting bank account signatures.
- Approved consent agenda (6-0)
- Approved TASB Localized Policy Manual Update 124 (6-0)
- Approved removing Shannon Henderson and adding Casey Nichols to City National Bank accounts (6-0)
- Approved waiver request for Texas Summer Nutrition Mandate (6-0)
- Adopted resolution to compensate employees for emergency closings on January 9th and 10th (6-0)
- Approved personnel resignations, leaves, hiring, and reassignments (6-0)
Thornton Administration Building 1015 Houston St. Queen City, TX 75572
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
It is recommended that the Board approve this consent agenda
6 yea · 1 absent
Hamilton absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board add, revise or delete (LOCAL) policies as offered by TASB Policy Service for consideration and according to the Instruction Sheet for TASB Localized Policy Manual…
6 yea · 1 absent
Hamilton absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Remove Mrs. Henderson and add Mr. Nichols to the accounts listed at City National Bank
6 yea · 1 absent
Hamilton absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve this waiver request
6 yea · 1 absent
Hamilton absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board adopt this resolution
6 yea · 1 absent
Hamilton absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve these personnel changes
6 yea · 1 absent
Hamilton absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board adjourn at this time
6 yea · 1 absent
Hamilton absent · Campbell yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Mon Jan 13, 2025 · 6:00PM
Regular Meeting
Board to consider hiring Casey Nichols as Superintendent
The Queen City ISD Board will discuss the appointment of a new Superintendent and the associated update of authorized signatures for bank and vendor accounts. The Board will also consider the 2025 school board election calendar and a donation for the Computer Science Department.
- Consideration of hiring Casey Nichols as Superintendent
- Acceptance of a $9,875.00 donation from Mr. Jay Patel and Microsoft
- Adoption of the School Board Election Calendar for May 5, 2025
- Authorization of signature changes for City National Bank, Lone Star Investment Pool, and Texas Class Investment accounts
- Review of the Quarterly Investment Report
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✓ Decided: Queen City ISD appoints Casey Nichols as Superintendent
The Board appointed Casey Nichols as Superintendent and authorized his signature on district financial accounts effective February 1st. The Board also approved a trustee election for May 5, 2025, and accepted a donation for the Computer Science Department.
- Approved hiring Casey Nichols as Superintendent (7-0)
- Authorized Casey Nichols as signer for City National Bank, Mastercard, vendor cards, Lone Star Investment Pool, and Texas Class Investment Pool effective Feb 1 (7-0)
- Approved school board election calendar and called for trustee election on May 5, 2025 (7-0)
- Accepted $9,875.00 donation from Mr. Jay Patel and Microsoft for the Computer Science Department or other areas (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda (7-0)
Thornton Administration Building 1015 Houston St. Queen City, TX 75572
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
It is recommended that the Board approve this consent agenda
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve this donation
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended the Board approve the election calendar as presented and officially call for the trustee election, May 5, 2025
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board approve this hire
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
Approve Mr. Nichols as the authorized signer on the City National Bank accounts, Mastercard credit card, all vendor issued cards, Lone Star Investment Pool, and Texas Class Investment Pool
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea
It is recommended that the Board adjourn at this time
7 yea
Campbell yea · Hamilton yea · Simmons yea · Stanmore yea · Stringer yea · Wiley yea · Wise yea