Lasara Independent School District public meetings in 2025
29 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Team of Eight/Strategic Planning
The board and staff will conduct a strategic planning session. Staff and community members will work on a strategic planning instrument to create or re-establish the district's mission and vision statements.
- Team of Eight/EISO Training
- Strategic Planning Session to develop Mission and Vision statements
Regular Meeting
The Lasara Independent School District board will meet on December 8, 2025, to discuss and potentially approve several key items. These include purchasing HVAC units for campus buildings, adopting a new regulation in response to Texas Senate Bill 8, and approving a Targeted Improvement Plan required by the Texas Education Agency. The board will also consider hiring new teachers and discuss custodial pay rates.
- Purchase HVAC units for campus with superintendent spending limit of $25,000
- Discussion and possible action to adopt CSA (REGULATION) in response to Texas Senate Bill 8 (Texas Women's Privacy Act)
- Discussion and possible action to approve Targeted Improvement Plan as required by TEA
- Discussion and possible action on hiring High School English Teacher, Kindergarten Teacher, and Elementary Math Teacher (re-hire)
- Discussion on custodial/maintenance pay rate benchmarking ($10.00/hr–$20.00/hr across Rio Grande Valley districts)
Academic Accountability Committee Meeting
The Academic Accountability Committee will meet to discuss student tutoring sessions and the December STAAR (EOC) testing schedule. The committee will also review attendance and failure rates from the second six weeks.
- Discussion on tutoring sessions
- Review of 2nd six weeks attendance and failure rates
- Discussion on December STAAR (EOC) testing schedule
Operations and Safety Committee Meeting
The Lasara Independent School District Operations and Safety Committee will meet to review current work schedules, the status of school buses and vehicles (Yellow and White Fleets), and the condition of HVAC systems including repair timelines. All items are for discussion only; no decisions are listed on the agenda.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports, update local policies, and approve a nominee for the Willacy County Appraisal District. Discussions will include the use of tutors to improve academic scores and a collaboration with Methodist Healthcare Ministries for an afterschool program.
- Approval of updated library books for students
- Approval of candidate nominee for the Willacy County Appraisal District
- Discussion on implementing tutors to improve student performance
- Discussion on 'Camp Get Fit' afterschool program with Methodist Healthcare Ministries
- Possible action on hiring contracted personnel
Academic Accountability Committee Meeting
The Lasara Independent School District’s Academic Accountability Committee will meet on November 3, 2025, to discuss the Balanced Scorecard, a performance tracking tool for district goals. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the discussion is informational.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will review a consent agenda including financial reports and tax rolls. They will discuss potential pay rate changes for substitute route drivers and school nurses, as well as adjustments to the 2025-2026 school calendar.
- Contract for LASO 3 - Strong Foundations Grant Approved Provider with Region One ($200,000 K-5 and $100,000 6-8)
- Proposed pay rate for substitute route drivers
- Proposed substitute rate adjustments for school nurse substitutes
- Proposed 2025-2026 school calendar changes for Nov 17, 2025, Feb 6, 2026, and March 13, 2026
- Region One Agreement for Ascender Subscription
Finance Committee Meeting
The Lasara ISD Finance Committee will hold a workshop to receive an update on the district’s annual financial audit from presenters Joanna Gomez and Raquel Ventura. This is a procedural review session; no decisions are listed on the agenda.
Academics Committee Meeting
The Academics Committee will hold a workshop to discuss a GPA and rank policy based on a TASB recommendation. The committee will also receive updates on support and improvement work at Lasara Elementary and Lasara High School.
- Discussion on GPA and Rank Policy from TASB recommendation
- Update on Targeted Support and Improvement at Lasara Elementary
- Update on Comprehensive Support and Improvement at Lasara High School
Operations/Safety/Security Meeting
The Operations/Safety/Security Committee will meet to receive updates on district infrastructure and safety programs. The meeting focuses on reporting current status rather than deciding on new ordinances or contracts.
- Transportation update
- HVAC system update
- Grounds upkeep
- Guardian Program update
- General safety and security update
Strategic Planning Workshop
The board will conduct a strategic planning session and training. Dr. Mimi Vidaurri is listed as the presenter for both items.
- Strategic Planning Session
- Team of Eight/EISO Training
Public Hearing and Regular Meeting
The Board will hold a public hearing and consider adopting tax rates and discounts for the 2025-2026 school year. The meeting includes discussions on a Disaster Pennies Resolution and the potential joining of the South Texas School Board Association.
- Public hearing and possible action to adopt 2025-2026 tax rates
- Approval of $1,500 ACT Math Stipend
- Approval of $1,500 stipend for middle school cheer squad
- Discussion and approval of Disaster Pennies Resolution
- Closed session regarding the School Guardian Program and real property
Academics Committee Meeting
The Academics Committee will receive presentations regarding the calculation of current accountability ratings. The meeting also includes a presentation on the data tracking instrument used by administrators and teachers to monitor student progress.
- Presentation on current accountability ratings calculations
- Presentation on the student progress data tracking instrument
Regular Meeting
The Lasara Independent School District board will hold its regular meeting on August 18, 2025, to discuss and vote on several key items, including new school board policies, contracts for services, and updates to the Student Code of Conduct. The board will also deliberate on joining a new regional school board association and consider opting out of homeschool student participation in UIL activities.
- Approval of $25,000+ subscription with ArbiterSports sports officials pay portal
- Approval of purchase of air conditioning units and services from Circle R Electric
- Approval to purchase new CTE student transport vehicle upon receipt of price quote
- Discussion and possible action on joining the South Texas School Board Association
- Discussion and action to adopt new Student Code of Conduct
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the 2025-2026 compensation plan and a potential shared employee agreement for a Child Nutrition Director with San Perlita ISD. The meeting includes approval of financial reports and a memorandum of understanding with Coastal Bend College.
- Approval of 2025-2026 Compensation Plan
- Proposed shared employee agreement (Child Nutrition Director) with San Perlita ISD
- Fall 2025 Memorandum of Understanding with Coastal Bend College
- Update to EIC (LOCAL) regarding Academic Achievement Class Ranking
- Approval of 2025-2026 T-TESS & T-PESS Certified Appraisers
Public Hearing and Regular Meeting
The Lasara Independent School District board will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to discuss and vote on the 2025-2026 budget and proposed tax rate. The board will also consider policy updates, waivers for missed instructional days, and the superintendent's compensation plan.
- Public hearing on 2025-2026 budget and tax rate
- Policy Update 125: review and possible adoption of local policies
- Discussion and possible action on waivers for missed instructional days (March 28 and May 28, 2025)
- Consideration and approval of the Lasara ISD Compensation Plan for 2025-2026
- Approval of the Lasara ISD 2025-2026 Budget
Special Meeting
The Lasara Independent School District Board will hold a special meeting to conduct a Level III FNG Grievance hearing. The process includes attorney consultation and deliberations in closed session before returning to open session for possible action.
- Attorney consultation regarding legal issues and procedures for Level III FNG Grievance hearing
- Conducting of Level III FNG Grievance hearing
- Discussion, consideration, and possible action regarding Level III FNG Grievance hearing
Regular Meeting
The Lasara Independent School District board will hold its regular meeting on May 12, 2025, to discuss and potentially approve several items, including a 4-day week summer schedule, grant payments totaling $214,000, hiring rules for contracted personnel, and a revised school calendar. The board will also receive academic performance reports and consider upgrades for district lighting and HVAC systems.
- Approval of a 4-day week summer schedule
- Payment of $189,000 to Region One for Strong Foundations Grant fees
- Payment of $25,000 to CEN for Blended Learning Grant fees
- Discussion on hiring contracted personnel (excluding administrators) from May 13 to September 5, 2025
- Approval of the revised 2025-2026 school calendar
Finance Committee Meeting
The Lasara Independent School District Finance Committee will meet for a workshop. The session will focus on the budget and an HVAC project.
- Budget/HVAC Project workshop presented by Alejos Salazar
Academics Committee Meeting Cancelled
The Lasara Independent School District Academics Committee meeting scheduled for April 28, 2025, at 6:00 PM has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place due to the cancellation.
Special Meeting
The Lasara ISD board will hold a special meeting to discuss student discipline matters related to a current administrative investigation. The closed session will focus on legal consultation regarding the investigation, followed by an open session where the board may take action on the same topic.
- Closed session under Texas Government Code for legal consultation on pending administrative investigation
- Discussion and possible action on student discipline related to the investigation
Regular Meeting
The Lasara ISD Board of Trustees will meet April 14, 2025 to consider routine approvals, updates to the 2025–2026 calendar, payroll adjustments for a March 28 weather closure, and a proposed expansion of the Teacher Incentive Allotment plan. The agenda also includes closed-session discussions on hiring and administrative titles, followed by open-session votes on the same personnel matters.
- Update 2025–2026 calendar to align Spring Break with RGVLS dates
- Approve payroll for hourly employees and credit contracted staff for March 28 weather closure
- Expand Teacher Incentive Allotment plan for 2025–2026 school year
- Cancel one credit card and transfer its limit to another existing card
- Closed-session discussion on hiring contracted personnel and district administration roles
Finance Committee Meeting
The Lasara Independent School District Finance Committee is scheduled to meet on March 31, 2025, at 6:00 PM. The agenda provided contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items, proposals, or decisions.
Public Hearing to begin at 6:00 PM. Regular Meeting to begin immediately thereafter. - Public Hearing and Regular Meetin
The Board will conduct a public hearing regarding the Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR). The regular meeting includes discussions on strategic planning, student benchmark tests, and personnel contracts.
- Public hearing on the Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR)
- Possible action on strategic planning activities with Moak Casey consulting firm for 2025-2026
- Review of campus benchmark test results from the week of February 26
- Possible action on contract renewals for district and campus administration
- Region One ESC Board of Directors Election for Place 3 and Place 6
Public Hearing to begin at 6:00 PM. Regular Meeting to begin immediately thereafter. - Public Hearing and Regular Meetin
The Lasara Independent School District board will hold a public hearing followed by a regular meeting to review the Texas Academic Performance Report, hear public comments, and discuss personnel evaluations and contract renewals. The board will also consider a closed session for legal consultation and personnel discussions.
- Overview of Schools TAPR (Texas Academic Performance Report)
- Public comments on TAPR
- Approval of consent agenda including minutes, financial reports, and budget amendments
- Discussion and possible action on Superintendent's mid-year evaluation
- Discussion and possible action on contract renewal for district and campus administration
Operations/Safety/Security Meeting
The Operations/Safety/Security Committee will meet to discuss a report on corrective actions resulting from the annual District Vulnerability Assessment.
- Report on corrective actions from the annual District Vulnerability Assessment
Academic Committee Meetinhg
The Lasara Independent School District Academic Committee will hold a workshop to review and discuss the state's newly approved Bluebonnet Curriculum.
- Review and discussion of the State's newly approved Bluebonnet Curriculum
Regular Meeting
The Lasara ISD Board of Trustees will meet February 12, 2025 to discuss and possibly act on payroll adjustments for hourly and contracted staff after a weather closure, adopt the next school-year calendar, and review policy updates. The board will also recognize teachers and counselors and hear public comments under set time limits.
- Possible action on payroll for hourly staff and contracted personnel due to Jan 21, 2025 weather closure
- Possible adoption of the 2025-2026 school year calendar
- Policy updates including CAA(LOCAL): Fiscal Management Goals and CDA(LOCAL): Investments
- Recognition of teachers earning Teacher Incentive Allotment distinction
- Recognition of UIL participants and school counselors
Regular Meeting
The Lasara ISD Board of Trustees will meet on January 13, 2025, to discuss and possibly act on two key items: an update to the senior class out-of-state trip destination and approval of the superintendent evaluation instrument. The board will also receive mid-year STAAR/EOC results and intersession participation reports.
- Discussion and possible action on senior class out-of-state trip destination
- Discussion and possible action on approval of the superintendent evaluation instrument
- Presentation of mid-year STAAR/EOC results
- Presentation of mid-year intersession participation
- Closed session for hiring of contracted personnel