Hempstead Independent School District public meetings in 2025
22 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting
The Hempstead ISD Board will meet December 15, 2025 to discuss and possibly approve a budget amendment, the annual financial report for fiscal year 2025, and updates to investment and policy documents. The meeting also includes recognitions, a new police officer’s oath, and a public hearing on the district’s FIRST report.
- Approve Budget Amendment #2
- Adopt Annual Financial Report for fiscal year ending August 31, 2025
- Approve Resolution for Annual Review and Adoption of Investment Policy (CDA-Local)
- Introduction and oath of office for new Hempstead ISD Police Officer Sataria McEwen
- PUBLIC HEARING on FIRST (Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas) Report
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Special Meeting
The Hempstead Independent School District Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and potentially approve the purchase of ownership interests in specific lots in the Town of Hempstead. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss personnel and legal matters.
- Proposed purchase of all outstanding ownership interest in Lots 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 in Block 685, Town of Hempstead, Waller County, Texas
- Closed session regarding new hires and other personnel matters
- Closed session for consultation with the School District's Attorney
The provided document contains no record of actions, discussions, or decisions. The text consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The Hempstead ISD Board of Directors will meet on 17 November 2025 to consider a resolution naming its voting representatives to the Waller County Appraisal District for 2026–2027. The board will also discuss a potential third-party partnership agreement for the elementary school under board policy ELA LOCAL.
- Vote on Board Resolution for 2026–2027 Waller County Appraisal District representatives
- Discuss possible third-party partnership agreement for elementary school under policy ELA LOCAL
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Regular Meeting
The Hempstead Independent School District board will meet on October 20, 2025, to discuss and potentially approve a budget amendment, purchases over $50,000 for construction materials testing, and resolutions related to the Waller County Appraisal District. The board will also review campus improvement plans for all schools and receive updates on bilingual programs and bond progress.
- Approve Budget Amendment #1
- Approve purchases over $50,000 for Bond New ECC Construction Materials Testing Services
- Approve resolution nominating candidate(s) for Waller County Appraisal District Board of Directors
- Approve resolution authorizing purchase and renovation of appraisal office facility
- Review 2025-2026 campus improvement plans for district and early childhood, elementary, middle, and high schools
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Special Meeting
The Hempstead ISD board will meet in a special session to discuss and possibly approve Policy ELA (Local), and two Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contracts for HMS and HHS projects. The meeting also includes governance training and a closed session for personnel and legal matters under Texas law.
- Vote on Policy ELA (Local)
- Possible approval of GMP #2 (HMS)
- Possible approval of GMP #3 (HHS)
- Closed session for personnel and legal discussions
- Governance team training and development
The provided minutes for the September 23, 2025 Special Meeting contain no record of actions, discussions, or decisions. The document consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting
The Board will discuss and potentially approve the district's compensation plan and stipend schedule for the 2025-2026 school year. Other business includes tax collection contracts and agreements with agricultural organizations.
- Approval of 2025-2026 Compensation Plan and Stipend Schedule
- Purchases over $50,000
- Amendment to delinquent tax collection contract with Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott LLP
- Resolution recognizing extracurricular status of Waller County Texas 4-H Organization for 2025-2026
- Adjunct Faculty Agreement with Texas AgriLife Extension Service and Cooperative Extension Program
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Regular Meeting
The Board will hold a public hearing and consider the adoption of the 2025-2026 budget and the 2025 tax rate. The meeting includes discussions on employee compensation, insurance, and student conduct policies.
- Public hearing for 2025-2026 Proposed Budget and Tax Rate
- Approval of Ordinance to set the 2025 Tax Rate
- Purchase over $50,000 for BOND Track and Field Equipment
- Approval of 2025-2026 Compensation Plan and Stipend schedule
- Approval of 2025-2026 Student Code of Conduct
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Special Meeting
The Hempstead Independent School District will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve two purchase orders for the Region 4 Education Service Center. The board will also conduct a budget workshop for the 2025-2026 period.
- Purchase order exceeding $50,000 to Region 4 Education Service Center for Reading support (LASO Cycle 3 Grant - SFI)
- Purchase order exceeding $50,000 to Region 4 Education Service Center for Math support (LASO Cycle 3 Grant - SFI)
- 2025-2026 Budget Workshop
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Regular Meeting
The board will consider the 2025 proposed tax rate and schedule a public meeting for the 2025-2026 budget. Members will also review design specifications for an Early Childhood Center capital improvement project and vote on several service contracts.
- Approval of 2025 Educational Specifications for the Early Childhood Center project
- Proposal of the 2025 Tax Rate
- Contract extension with Waller County Tax Office at $1.00 per taxable property account through September 1, 2026
- Contract bid award to Aramark for 2025-2026 food services
- Two-year depository contract bid award to Prosperity Bank
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. The minutes are procedural or empty.
Special Meeting
The Board of Trustees will meet for a special session including a closed meeting. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and executive sessions for legal and real property matters.
- Closed session regarding real property (Texas Government Code Section 551.072)
- Closed session for legal consultation with the School District's Attorney (Texas Government Code Section 551.071)
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Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will discuss the 2025-2026 Hempstead Elementary School Turnaround Plan and a budget amendment. The meeting includes potential approval of two purchases exceeding $50,000 and updates to local board policies.
- Approval of 2025-2026 Hempstead Elementary School Turnaround Plan
- Purchase over $50,000 for Bobcat Stadium Audio/Visual Scoreboard System
- Purchase over $50,000 for SPED service
- Approval of Budget Amendment # 7
- TASB Policy Update 125 regarding board officers, committees, academic achievement, safety transfers, and attendance
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Special Meeting
The Hempstead Independent School District Board will meet to receive a bond update and consider taking action on GMP #1 (HECC). The meeting includes closed sessions for personnel and legal consultations.
- Possible action to approve GMP #1 (HECC)
- Bond update information item
- Closed meeting regarding personnel appointments and evaluations
- Closed meeting for legal consultation with Board Attorney
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Regular Meeting
The Hempstead ISD Board of Trustees will hold its regular May 19 meeting to swear in three newly elected trustees, reorganize board leadership, and vote on several administrative actions including a budget amendment and a $50,000+ curriculum purchase. The meeting also includes routine approvals like minutes and financial reports.
- Swear in Tressey Wilson, James Glover, and Albert Garfield as new trustees
- Vote on reorganization of board leadership and officer elections
- Approve Budget Amendment #6
- Approve purchase over $50,000 for iCEV (Career & Technical Education) curriculum
- Approve lawn care maintenance agreement
The provided document contains no record of board actions, discussions, or votes. The text consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Special Meeting
The Hempstead Independent School District Board of Trustees will meet to order the canvassing of returns and declare the results for the May 3, 2025, election.
- Canvassing returns and declaring results of the May 3, 2025, Board of Trustees Election
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Special Meeting
The Hempstead Independent School District board will hold a special meeting on May 5, 2025, to conduct a workshop on the 2025-2026 budget. The meeting includes procedural items such as calling the meeting to order, declaring a quorum, and adjourning.
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Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will consider several operational contracts, including food services and auditing. The body will also discuss an agreement with Waller County for the May 2025 board elections and a bus purchase agreement with Bellville ISD.
- Contract for Election Services with Waller County Elections Office for May 2025 election
- 2025-2026 Food Services Management Contract
- Budget Amendment #5
- Interlocal Agreement with Bellville ISD for school bus purchase
- Continued contract with district auditors Weaver and Tidwell, L.L.P. for 2024-25
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links for the BoardBook platform.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will discuss and potentially approve the issuance and sale of Unlimited Tax School Building Bonds, Series 2025. The meeting also includes reviews of financial reports and administrative updates across district campuses.
- Issuance, sale, and delivery of Unlimited Tax School Building Bonds, Series 2025
- Approval of Budget Amendment #4
- Updating District Investment Officer and Lone Star Investment Pool contacts to remove Shawn Faciane and add Amy Carter
- TEA Low Attendance Waiver for February 3, 2025, due to parent safety concerns
- Nomination of Herbert O'Neil, Jr. for TASB's Superintendent of the Year
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. The minutes are procedural or empty.
Special Meeting
The Hempstead Independent School District board will hold a special meeting to receive a workshop-style update on the 2024 bond projects. The session follows standard procedural opening items and concludes with adjournment.
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Regular Meeting
The Board will conduct a public hearing regarding the 2023-2024 Texas Academic Performance Reports. Members will also consider a budget amendment and updates to several local policies.
- Public Hearing on the 2023-2024 Texas Academic Performance Reports (TAPR)
- Possible action on Budget Amendment #3
- Possible action on renewed Resolution for the 2025-2026 Truancy Prevention Grant
- Consideration of TASB Local Policy Updates regarding financial ethics, investments, and student welfare
- Review of Tax and Financial Reports
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Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and potentially approve the 2025-2026 district calendar, Budget Amendment #2, and the order for board elections on May 3, 2025. The board will also review targeted improvement plans for the elementary, middle, and high schools.
- Approval of 2025-2026 District Calendar
- Approval of Budget Amendment #2
- Order calling for Board of Trustees Election on May 3, 2025 (Positions 1, 2, and 3)
- Resolution for approval of County Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Approval of 2024-2025 Targeted Improvement Plans for Elementary, Middle, and High Schools
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Regular Meeting Cancelled
The Board of Trustees will meet to conduct a regular session including an open forum and a closed executive session. The closed session will cover personnel and legal matters.
- Superintendent Evaluation regarding contractual provisions
- Consultation with School District Attorney
Regular Meeting Cancelled
The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the 2025-2026 district calendar and Budget Amendment #2. The body will also consider an order for board elections on May 3, 2025, and review targeted improvement plans for elementary, middle, and high schools.
- Approval of 2025-2026 District Calendar
- Approval of Budget Amendment #2
- Order calling for Board of Trustees Election on May 3, 2025 (Positions 1, 2, and 3)
- Resolution for approval of County Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Approval of 2024-2025 Targeted Improvement Plans for Elementary, Middle, and High Schools