Whitney Independent School District public meetings in 2025
18 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Meeting
The Whitney Independent School District Board of Trustees will meet to fill a vacancy on the board. The meeting also includes a closed session and open session regarding the hiring of new personnel.
- Appointment of a new member to replace a Trustee
- Oath of Office for newly appointed member
- Action to hire new personnel
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. The minutes are procedural or empty.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will consider the resignation of Vice President Jason Sneed and the appointment of a replacement. The meeting includes public hearings on the "FIRST" report and targeted improvement plans for elementary and intermediate campuses.
- Possible approval of a $500 retention stipend for all active employees
- Discussion and possible approval of Targeted Improvement Plans for Elementary and Intermediate Campuses
- Possible rejection of all HVAC and Roof bids and approval of competitive sealed proposals
- Possible approval of a Library Book list in compliance with SB 13
- Review of JBRT Audit and Intruder Detection Audit findings
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting
The Whitney Independent School District Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and potentially approve several operational items, including improvement plans and purchasing agreements. The board will also review a library book list for compliance with SB 13.
- Approval of 2025-2026 Campus and District Improvement Plans
- Approval of library book list in compliance with SB 13
- Purchase of Chromebooks
- Municipal advisory agreement with Hilltop Securities
- Region 10 ESC Multi-Region Purchasing Cooperative Interlocal Agreement for 2026-27
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 Whitney Independent School District Board of Trustees will meet to discuss financial reports and personnel hiring. The board will consider several action items, including a budget amendment and a nominee for the Hill County Appraisal District Board of Directors.
- Approval of a Property Bid
- Budget Amendment for October 2025
- Nomination for the Hill County Appraisal District Board of Directors for 2026-2027
- Travel approval for German Dancers to attend Oktoberfest in Tulsa, OK on October 18-19
- Hiring of new personnel
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links for the BoardBook platform.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will discuss a facility study by Gallagher and consider several policy updates. Action items include potential changes to district-wide grading periods and policies regarding library materials and communication devices.
- Proposed update to EIA (local) Policy to change district-wide grading periods to 9 weeks
- Proposed EFB (local) Policy on Library Materials and FNCE (local) Policy on Communication Devices
- Approval of Whitney FFA travel to the National FFA Convention
- Designation of surplus items including buses, box truck, and bleachers
- Approval of amended #4 DOI Plan and a Property Bid
The provided minutes contain no record of actions, votes, or discussions. The document consists of system navigation links and maintenance notices.
Special Meeting
The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing to discuss the 2025-26 budget and tax rate. The board will also consider actions regarding the Superintendent's contract and a resolution on parent rights.
- Public hearing on 2025-26 Budget and Tax Rate
- Adoption of 2025-26 Tax Rate by Ordinance
- Approval of 2025-26 Budget
- Amendment of 2024-25 Budget
- Resolution Regarding Senate Bill 12 and Parent Rights
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting
The Whitney Independent School District Board of Trustees will meet to discuss district accountability and teacher incentives. The board will consider several action items regarding insurance, legal fees, and employee pay for the 2025-26 school year.
- Approval of 2025-26 Employee Compensation package
- Approval of Budget Amendment for August 2025
- Approval of TASB Property, Auto, Unemployment & Worker's Compensation for 2025-26
- Approval of retainer fee for Eichelbaum, Wardell, Hansen, Powell & Munoz, P.C. for 2025-26
- Approval of Property Bids
The provided document is an agenda for the August 11, 2025, regular meeting. It does not record the outcomes of the proposed action items or the results of any votes.
Special Meeting
The Whitney Independent School District board will meet in a special session to consider approvals for the 2025–26 school year, including new meal prices, student conduct policies, and extracurricular programs. The board will also review financial statements, tax reports, and personnel changes.
- Approve 2025–26 meal prices for school breakfast and lunch
- Approve Student Leadership Innovative Course for 2025–26
- Approve Extracurricular Hill County 4H Club for 2025–26
- Approve updated Student Code of Conduct Handbook
- Review 2025–26 Student Handbook
The provided minutes for the July 22, 2025, special meeting contain no record of actions, discussions, or decisions. The document consists of system navigation and maintenance notices.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing regarding the 2025-26 Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Consolidated Federal Grant Application. The board will also consider several administrative calendars and policy updates for the upcoming school year.
- Public hearing for 2025-26 ESSA Consolidated Federal Grant Application
- Approval of 2025-26 Budget Calendar
- Approval of 2025-26 Accelerated Testing and Appraisal calendars
- Approval of TASB Policy Update 125
- Action on a Level III Employee Grievance from May 6, 2025
The provided document contains no record of meeting proceedings, discussions, or votes. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will canvass the May 3, 2025 election results and conduct board reorganization. The meeting includes decisions on a budget amendment, student insurance, and a vendor for painting the elementary awning.
- Canvassing of the May 3, 2025 School Board Election
- Approval of a Budget Amendment
- Selection of a vendor for painting the Elementary Awning
- Approval of 2025-26 Student Blanket Insurance
- Approval of audit engagement letter with JRBT
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Special Meeting
The Whitney Independent School District Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a Level III employee grievance against a district employee. This includes a closed session and an open session for action.
- Consideration of Level III Employee Grievance against District Employee
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting
The Whitney Independent School District board will meet April 17 to vote on a budget amendment, a two-year extension of its depository contract with Citizen’s State Bank, and vendor selection to paint the elementary school roof. The board will also consider approving new hires and a canine services agreement.
- Approve budget amendment (April 2025)
- Approve depository contract extension with Citizen’s State Bank through August 2027
- Approve vendor to paint elementary school roof (five bids attached)
- Approve InterQuest Detection Canines Agreement for safety services
- Vote on new hire personnel and third-party investigator authorization
The provided document contains no record of board actions, discussions, or votes. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Special Meeting
The Whitney Independent School District is holding a special meeting to discuss the date of a future board meeting. The board will consider moving the Regular Session scheduled for April 14 to April 17.
- Possible rescheduling of April 14 Regular Session Board Meeting to April 17
The provided minutes for the April 10, 2025 special meeting contain no record of actions, discussions, or decisions. The document consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting
The Whitney Independent School District board will meet March 10, 2025 to vote on hiring new personnel, approving teacher contracts, and leasing election equipment. They will also discuss a proposed school zone for HCR 1240 near the middle/high school.
- Approve Property Bid
- Lease election equipment for May 2025 ($amount not specified)
- Update EIC Local Board Policy
- Approve teacher/counselor/nurse/security contracts for 2025-26
- Hire new personnel for 2025-26
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Special Meeting
The Whitney Independent School District Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to open with public comment, then enter closed session under Texas law to discuss safety training and new personnel hires. After reconvening in open session, the board may vote on approving new hires.
- Consider and take possible action to approve new hire personnel
- Closed session under Texas Government Code §§551.071, 551.072, 551.074 for safety & security training and hiring discussions
- Team of 8 Training by ESC Region 12 scheduled for discussion
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. The minutes are procedural or empty.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will discuss the 2025-26 school calendar and a targeted improvement plan for Whitney Intermediate School. The meeting also includes actions regarding school board trustee elections and personnel contracts.
- Approval of 4-day calendar for 2025-26 School Year
- Public hearing and approval of Targeted Improvement Plan for Whitney Intermediate School
- Order, Notice and Resolution to call for a School Board Trustee Election
- Joint Election Agreement between Whitney ISD and City of Whitney
- Approval of TASB Localized Policy Manual Update 124
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Special Meeting
The Board of Trustees will meet for a special session including a closed session and a discussion on personnel. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.
- Closed Session pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071, 551.072, and 551.083
- Discussion of Personnel
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. The minutes are procedural or empty.
Regular Meeting
The Whitney Independent School District Board of Trustees will discuss a potential 4-day calendar for the 2025-26 school year. The board will also consider actions regarding teacher incentives and personnel hiring.
- Discussion of a 4-day calendar for the 2025-26 School Year
- Possible action on an Early Resignation Incentive for Teachers
- Possible action to approve a DC trip for Junior High students
- Possible action to hire new personnel
- Possible action to approve Superintendent Contract
The provided document contains no record of board actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.