Lorenzo ISD public meetings in 2025

Regular Board Meeting

The Board will hold a public hearing on the School Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas for 2024-2025. Members will also discuss the May 2026 board election and the district's right-sizing plan. The Board may take action to approve the Three-Year District Safety and Security Audit.

• Public hearing on School FIRST financial ratings for 2024-2025
• Approval of the Three-Year District Safety and Security Audit conducted November 13, 2025
• Discussion of the May 2026 Board of Trustees election process and timeline
• Update on Lorenzo ISD Police Department authorization by TCOLE
• Discussion of the district's right-sizing plan

Board Meeting

The Board of Trustees will review a strategic plan and SWOT analysis addressing declining enrollment and budget reductions. They will also consider approvals for a security project, out-of-state travel, and a math implementation contract.

• Payment of $260,000 to Region 17 Education Service Center for the Strong Foundations Implementation and Planning Program
• Installation of bullet-resistant window film by Barbara's Custom Window Tinting
• Out-of-state travel for the Welding Team to a competition in Canute, Oklahoma on December 15, 2025
• Review of TASB Local Board Policy Update 126
• Presentation on the 'Beyond 2030' strategic plan and SWOT analysis

The Lorenzo ISD Board of Trustees approved several action items, including out-of-state travel for the welding team, a $260,000 payment to Region 17 for the Strong Foundations math program, a bullet-resistant window film installation, and TASB policy update 126. The board also took a recorded vote on a resolution related to Senate Bill 11, which authorizes a daily period of prayer and Bible reading. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved out-of-state travel for welding team to Canute, Oklahoma (Dec 15, 2025)
• Approved $260,000 payment to Region 17 for Strong Foundations Implementation and Planning
• Approved bullet-resistant window film installation by Barbara's Custom Window Tinting
• Approved TASB Local Board Policy Update 126
• Took recorded vote on Senate Bill 11 resolution (period of prayer and Bible reading)

Regular Board Meeting

The Board of Trustees will review the 2025 District Plan and the 2024-2025 Financial Audit for possible approval. The meeting includes a presentation of new library and classroom book review procedures to comply with Senate Bill 13. The district will also receive a ceremonial check for a High Demand Job Training Grant.

• Approval of the 2025 District Plan
• Approval of the 2024-2025 Financial Audit
• Acceptance of professional-grade equipment donation from Flex 24 Fitness
• Presentation of High Demand Job Training Grant from South Plains College and Texas Workforce Commission
• Review of updated Library and Classroom Book Adoption and Review Procedures

Board Meeting

The Board will discuss and potentially approve the purchase of silent alert technology to meet state safety requirements. The Board will also consider a contract for a replacement AC unit at the elementary school.

• Purchase of silent alert technology and hardware for campus safety
• Proposed $10,549.10 contract with Control Tech Corp for a 3-ton AC unit in Elementary Room 14
• Executive session to discuss security personnel, devices, or a security audit

Board Meeting

The Lorenzo ISD Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and potentially approve the 2025 tax rate, annual audit, and roofing improvements. The board will also receive updates on the AVID program, emergency operations plan, and district finances.

• Vote on 2025 tax rate: $0.682200 per $100 valuation (M&O: $0.682200, I&S: $0.000000)
• Approval of 2024-2025 Annual Financial Audit by Terry and King, CPA
• Professional services contract for roofing improvements (8% fee, KWA Engineering)
• Designation of CFO as officer for tax rate calculations (Texas Education/Tax Code compliance)
• Presentation of AVID program implementation and 2025 Emergency Operations Plan

The Lorenzo ISD Board of Trustees approved the 2024-2025 annual financial audit, adopted the 2025 tax rate of $0.682200 per $100 valuation, and approved several contracts and purchases, including roofing engineering services, P-TECH equipment, an AC unit replacement, and an interest-free payment schedule for gas repairs. The board also accepted the certified appraisal rolls and designated the CFO as the officer responsible for tax rate calculations. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved 2024-2025 annual financial audit
• Adopted 2025 tax rate of $0.682200 per $100 valuation
• Approved professional services contract with KWA Engineering for roofing improvements
• Approved $14,400 purchase of P-TECH Hospital Ready Room equipment from Platinum Consulting Services
• Approved $10,549.10 purchase and installation of replacement AC unit from Control Tech Corp
• Approved interest-free payment schedule for gas repairs financed through Wells Fargo Bank
• Accepted certified appraisal rolls from Crosby and Lubbock County Appraisal Districts
• Designated CFO as officer for tax rate calculations

Board Meeting

The Board will discuss updated student and employee handbooks and the 2025-2026 Student Code of Conduct. Members will also consider several policy revisions and the appointment of a Truth in Taxation officer.

• Purchase of two interactive boards from Platinum Consulting Services for the Emerging Diagnostic Therapeutic Services Pathway
• Possible approval of the 2025-2026 Student Code of Conduct
• Designation of Jessica Crabb as the officer for Truth in Taxation calculations
• Adoption of policy EFB(LOCAL) regarding library material selection and removal per Senate Bill 13
• Approval of the 2025-2026 T-TESS appraiser list and calendar

The provided document is a meeting notice and agenda for the Lorenzo ISD Board of Trustees meeting held on August 18, 2025. The text outlines the items scheduled for discussion and potential action, but it does not record the actual votes, outcomes, or final decisions made by the Board during the meeting.

• No substantive decisions or vote tallies were recorded in the provided minutes.

Emergency Board Meeting

The Board is meeting to consider emergency authorization for the Superintendent to repair a failed gas line at the secondary campus. The failure has disconnected gas for food services, science labs, and HVAC systems. Repairs are expected to take 1.5 to 2 weeks and will overlap with the start of school on August 14, 2025.

• Emergency authorization for gas line repair at secondary campus

The provided minutes for the August 7, 2025, emergency meeting list an agenda item regarding emergency authorization for gas line repairs at the secondary campus. However, the document does not record any official votes, approvals, or outcomes for this or any other item.

Regular Board Meeting

The Lorenzo ISD Board of Trustees will meet on July 21, 2025, to discuss and potentially approve several key items. The board will consider adopting a revised policy restricting student use of personal communication devices on campus, a $260,000 instructional support contract with Region 17 ESC, and a $123,230 risk management fund payment to TASB. The meeting also includes routine approval of past meeting minutes and upcoming dates.

• Adopt revised policy FNCE(LOCAL) restricting student personal communication devices on campus during school hours
• Approve $123,230 payment to Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) for 2025-2026 Risk Management Fund
• Approve $260,000 service agreement with Region 17 ESC for Strong Foundations instructional support
• Consider waiver requests for five low-attendance days in 2024-2025 school year
• Discuss possible amendment to Superintendent’s employment contract

The board approved a revised policy prohibiting student use of personal communication devices during the school day, with exemptions for IEP/504 accommodations and health/safety needs. It also approved a $123,230 payment to TASB for risk management coverage and a $260,000 agreement with Region 17 ESC for instructional support. The board took no action to restrict homeschool students from UIL participation, and approved submitting low-attendance waiver requests to TEA.

• Adopted revised policy FNCE(LOCAL) banning student personal communication devices during school day
• Approved $123,230 payment to TASB Risk Management Fund for 2025-2026 coverage
• Approved $260,000 service agreement with Region 17 ESC for Strong Foundations instructional support
• Approved submitting low-attendance waiver requests for five dates in 2024-2025
• Took no action to prohibit homeschool students from UIL participation

Board Workshop, TASB Facility Study Presentation

The Lorenzo ISD Board of Trustees holds a workshop to discuss the TASB Facility Study presented by Dr. Gregory Nelson and a TASB representative. The study evaluates district facilities and offers recommendations for repairs, renovations, repurposing, or new construction. No formal action is taken at this meeting.

• TASB Facility Study presentation by TASB representative
• Workshop discussion on facility needs, repairs, renovations, or new construction
• No formal action taken at this meeting

The Lorenzo ISD Board held a workshop to receive a presentation and discussion of the TASB Facility Study, conducted during the spring semester. A TASB representative presented findings and recommendations on facility needs, including repairs, renovations, repurposing, or new construction. The board took no formal action at this time, as the workshop was informational only.

• Heard TASB Facility Study presentation and discussion (no action taken)

Workshop to Discuss the 2025-2026 Budget, 2025-2026 ESSA Federal Grant Funding, and the 2025-2026 Proposed Tax Rate

The Board will conduct a workshop to discuss the 2025-2026 finance report, proposed budget, and proposed tax rate. The session will also cover 2025-2026 ESSA Federal Grant funding allocations to provide context for future final adoption and approval.

• Discussion of 2025-2026 Proposed Tax Rate
• Discussion of 2025-2026 Budget
• Review of 2025-2026 ESSA Federal Grant funding
• Review of 2025-2026 Finance Report

The Lorenzo ISD Board of Trustees convened a workshop to discuss the 2025-2026 budget, ESSA federal grant funding, and the proposed tax rate. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the workshop was for background and preliminary planning ahead of final adoption.

• No formal action taken; workshop only

Board Meeting

The Lorenzo ISD Board of Trustees will meet on June 26, 2025, to discuss and take action on key financial and operational items. The board will review the proposed 2025-2026 budget for approval, which aligns with the district’s strategic priorities and state compliance requirements. Additionally, the board will consider approving the deed for Trust Property Parcel #12666 in Lorenzo, Crosby County, following a $10,001 bid by Michelle Pineda. No action will be taken on discussion items such as the Lubbock Regional Day School Program for the Deaf agreement or txEDCON2025 conference participation.

• Consider and possible approval of the 2025-2026 budget
• Consideration and possible approval of Deed for Trust Property (Parcel #12666) for $10,001
• Discussion of Lubbock Regional Day School Program for the Deaf Shared Services Arrangement Agreement
• Discussion of txEDCON2025 Conference Participation (September 11–14, 2025)
• Consider revision of Superintendent’s contract

The board approved the 2025-2026 budget as presented and authorized the deed transfer for Trust Property Parcel #12666 to Michelle Pineda for $10,001. Consent agenda items, including meeting dates and prior minutes, were approved. Discussion items on the deaf education agreement and conference participation were informational only.

• Approved 2025-2026 budget
• Approved deed transfer for Parcel #12666 to Michelle Pineda ($10,001)
• Approved consent agenda including meeting dates and May 20, 2025 minutes

Board Meeting

The Lorenzo ISD Board of Trustees will meet on May 20, 2025, to confirm the June 23, 2025 regular meeting date and consider adding a Budget Workshop. The Board will also discuss and vote on reorganizing officer positions, including President, Vice-President, and Secretary, and reinstate three trustees.

• Confirm June 23, 2025 regular meeting date at 7:00 PM with optional Budget Workshop at 6:00 PM
• Reorganize Board officers: President, Vice-President, and Secretary
• Reinstate trustees Erasmo Garcia (Place 1), Teresa Deleon-Garcia (Place 4), and Deborah Lynn Kirksey (Place 5)
• Discuss 2025-2026 staffing and compensation plan
• Review Lubbock and Crosby County property values for Texas FIRST compliance

The Lorenzo ISD Board of Trustees held its May 20, 2025 meeting, reinstating three elected trustees and reorganizing its officers. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included confirming the June 23, 2025 meeting date and approving the April 21, 2025 minutes. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Reinstated Erasmo Garcia (Place 1), Teresa Deleon-Garcia (Place 4), and Deborah Lynn Kirksey (Place 5) as trustees
• Reorganized board officers: President, Vice-President, and Secretary (positions filled)
• Approved consent agenda, including June 23, 2025 meeting date and April 21, 2025 minutes

Board Meeting

The Board will discuss the implementation of the district's Strategic Plan and consider several action items. Key decisions include a potential partnership with AVID for college and career readiness and the approval of professional contracts for 2025-2026.

• Partnership with AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination)
• Bid for bullet-resistant window film installation
• Region 17 ESC 2025-2026 LASO 3 Strong Foundations Interlocal Agreement
• Renewal of the 2025-2026 School Year Food Services Management Contract
• Approval of Certified Professional Contracts for 2025-2026

Board Meeting

The Lorenzo ISD Board of Trustees will meet on March 27, 2025, to discuss and vote on key items including the 2025-2030 Strategic Plan, a partnership with Collegiate Edu-Nation (CEN) to support P-TECH implementation, and the 2025-2026 academic calendar. The board will also hear updates on safety, finances, and student performance, and consider insurance policies for athletics and catastrophic health coverage.

• Approval of the 2025-2030 Strategic Plan ($1.4M in grants secured)
• Partnership with Collegiate Edu-Nation (CEN) for P-TECH program implementation
• Adoption of the 2025-2026 Academic Calendar (Option A, 82% staff support)
• K-12 Blanket Athletics and Activities Accident Insurance approval
• Order of Cancellation for May 3, 2025 Board of Trustee election

The board approved the 2025-2030 Strategic Plan as presented by engage2learn, along with a partnership with Collegiate Edu-Nation (CEN) to support its implementation and the P-TECH program. The board also adopted the recommended 2025-2026 academic calendar (Option A), approved K-12 accident insurance coverage, and approved the cancellation of the May 3, 2025 trustee election and certification of unopposed candidates. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved 2025-2030 Strategic Plan
• Approved partnership with Collegiate Edu-Nation (CEN)
• Adopted 2025-2026 Academic Calendar (Option A)
• Approved K-12 Blanket Athletics and Activities Accident Insurance and 2025 Student Accident & Health Catastrophic Coverage
• Approved Order of Cancellation of May 3, 2025 trustee election
• Approved Certification of Unopposed Candidates for May 3, 2025 trustee election

Board Meeting

The Board will discuss a budget amendment driven by increased ADA revenue and higher EPEC and strategic planning costs. They will also consider a contract for grant writing services and several local policy revisions.

• Possible approval of an agreement with the Comprehensive Training Center (CTC) for grant consultation and writing services
• Possible approval of a budget amendment due to increased ADA revenue and EPEC costs
• Possible approval of TASB Update 124 local policy revisions covering financial ethics, investments, and student welfare
• Review of financial records including Board, Cafeteria, Check, Investment, and Tax reports
• Confirmation of board meeting dates from March 27 through July 21, 2025

Board Meeting

The Board will discuss ordering a general election for three Trustee positions and a potential joint election with the City of Lorenzo. The meeting includes a public hearing on the district's financial integrity ratings and a review of various departmental reports.

• Public hearing on 2023-24 School FIRST financial integrity ratings
• Possible order of General Election for Trustee Places 1, 4, and 5 on May 3, 2025
• Possible approval of a joint election agreement with the City of Lorenzo
• Appointment of Esmer Alcala as Elections Administrator
• Consideration of a professional service contract for building consultation regarding property damage repair estimates