San Benito Schools public meetings in 2025
33 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Board Meeting
The Board of Trustees will meet to approve the 2026-2027 school calendar and various financial reports from November 2025. The agenda includes several bid awards and extensions for district services and a legal update on the Natatorium and Performing Arts Center.
- Approval of the 2026-2027 School Calendar
- Approval of purchases over $50,000
- Award of Bank Depository Contract (RFP-1125-BDC) for a two-year term
- Award of Investment Advisory Services (RFQ-1125-IAS)
- Revisions to the 2025-2026 Compensation Plan
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Curriculum Committee Meeting
The Curriculum Committee will receive a presentation on the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) Handbook. Members will also review and discuss the school calendar for the 2026-2027 school year.
- Presentation by Marleen Araiza and Cathy Abrego on the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) Handbook
- Review and discussion of the 2026-2027 school calendar
Immediately following Curriculum Committee Meeting - Administrative Committee Meeting
The San Benito CISD Administrative Committee will meet to review and discuss updates to the 2025-2026 Compensation Plan. The committee will also discuss a clinical affiliation agreement with Emerson College.
- Review and discussion of revisions to the 2025-2026 Compensation Plan
- Review and discussion of Clinical Affiliation Agreement between San Benito CISD and Emerson College
Immediately following Administrative Committee Meeting - Finance Committee Meeting
The San Benito CISD Finance Committee will review and discuss November 2025 financial reports, including cash balances, revenue vs. expenditures, tax collections, and check disbursements. The committee will also consider budget amendments, a $50,000 purchase request, and multiple service contracts (general merchandise, meals, consulting, banking, and investment advisory). A memorandum of agreement with Region One ESC for information security services will be reviewed.
- Review of November 2025 cash and investment bank balances
- Review of November 2025 revenue vs. expenditures comparison
- $50,000 purchase request for November 2025
- RFP-1025-GMS for General Merchandise Services
- RFP-1123-MCSD for Meals and Catering Services Districtwide
Public Hearing
The San Benito Consolidated Independent School District board holds a public hearing to discuss the district’s Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (F.I.R.S.T.) rating for 2024–2025 based on 2023–2024 data. The meeting includes public comment and a presentation of the rating, followed by community comment and adjournment.
- Public comment on San Benito CISD’s F.I.R.S.T. rating
- Presentation and discussion of 2024–2025 F.I.R.S.T. report based on 2023–2024 data
- Community comment on the F.I.R.S.T. rating
The provided document contains no record of actions, discussions, or decisions. The text consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Immediately following Public Hearing - Regular Board Meeting
The Board of Trustees will discuss the issuance of Unlimited Tax Refunding Bonds, Series 2026, and receive a presentation on the Performing Arts Center. The meeting also includes votes on several academic partnerships, grant applications, and district service contracts.
- Issuance of Unlimited Tax Refunding Bonds, Series 2026
- Presentation by DWilson Construction on Performing Arts Center
- Approval of purchases over $50,000
- Collaboration Agreement with Valley Regional Medical Center for 2026-2029
- Final payment to FieldTurf USA Inc. for Baseball & Softball Turf Projects
The provided document contains no record of board actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Immediately following Administrative Committee Meeting - Finance Committee Meeting
The San Benito ISD Finance Committee will meet on November 5, 2025, to review and discuss multiple financial reports and proposals. Items include October 2025 cash accounts, revenue vs. expenditures, tax collections, donations, and budget amendments. The committee will also evaluate several vendor-related matters such as a $50K purchase request, multiple RFPs, and final payments for a turf project.
- $50K Purchase Request review
- RFP-1025-GMS for General Merchandise Services
- RFP-1025-GWS for Grant Writing Services
- RFP-1025-PCSD for Professional Consultant Services Districtwide
- Final payment to FieldTurf for Baseball & Softball Turf Project
Immediately following Curriculum Committee Meeting - Administrative Committee Meeting
The Administrative Committee will meet to review and discuss revisions to the 2025-2026 Compensation Plan. The committee will also discuss nominations for the Cameron County Appraisal District Board of Directors and a policy update.
- Revision(s) to the 2025-2026 Compensation Plan
- Nomination(s) for Appraisal District Directors for the Cameron County Appraisal District Board of Directors
- Policy Update 126
Regular Board Meeting
The San Benito Consolidated Independent School District Board of Trustees will meet on October 15, 2025, to act on routine academic, finance, and administration items. The board will vote on the 2025-2026 District Improvement Plan, campus improvement plans for 21 schools, a library services contract with Follett Software LLC, and approval of purchases exceeding $50,000. No major policy debates or public hearings are listed on this agenda.
- Approval of 2025-2026 District and Campus Improvement Plans for 21 schools
- Approval of Destiny Solutions Agreement with Follett Software LLC for library services
- Approval of purchases exceeding $50,000, including pest control services
- Approval of amendments to the 2025-2026 Secondary Course Catalog
- Approval of budget amendments and quarterly financial reports
The provided document contains only administrative headers and system maintenance notices. No substantive decisions, votes, or discussions were recorded for the October 15, 2025, meeting.
Curriculum Committee Meeting
The San Benito CISD Curriculum Committee will discuss several academic and operational plans for the 2025-2026 school year. The meeting includes reviews of district and campus-level improvement goals and library service agreements.
- Texas Senate Bill 13 Library Book Requirement List
- Destiny Solutions Agreement with Follet Software, LLC for library services
- Class Size Exemption for the 2025-2026 school year
- District and Campus Improvement Plans for 2025-2026
- Amendment to the Secondary Course Catalog for 2025-2026
Immediately following Public Hearing - Regular Board Meeting
The San Benito CISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to approve several memoranda of understanding, agreements, and contracts for the 2025–2026 school year. Items include partnerships with Behavioral Health Solutions, Region One Education Service Center, Texas State Technical College, and STARS College Network, as well as budget and tax-related resolutions.
- Approval of MOU with Behavioral Health Solutions for 2025–2026 school year
- Approval of MOU with Region One ESC for Child Find/Child Serve Agreement
- Approval of MOU with Texas State Technical College for student recruitment (2025–2030)
- Approval of Shared Services Agreement with Brownsville ISD for Regional School Day Program for the Deaf
- Approval of Resolution to set Maintenance and Operations Tax Rate
The provided document contains no record of board actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Public Hearing
The board will hold a public hearing to discuss and present the San Benito CISD's proposed tax rate. The meeting includes dedicated time for both public and community comments on the proposal.
- Discussion and presentation of San Benito CISD's proposed tax rate
- Public comment on proposed tax rate
- Community comment on proposed tax rate
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and administrative page headers.
Special Board Meeting
The San Benito Consolidated Independent School District board will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve a financing agreement for a scoreboard project, an architectural agreement, and budget amendments for the 2025-2026 school year. The board may also discuss and act on employment decisions, including the hiring of an Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations, and revisions to the Superintendent’s evaluation instrument.
- Financing agreement for scoreboard project
- GMS Architectural Agreement for Performing Arts
- Budget amendments for 2025-2026 school year
- Possible employment of Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations
- Revisions to Superintendent Evaluation Instrument/Goals
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Board Meeting
The San Benito Consolidated Independent School District Board of Trustees will meet August 13, 2025 to vote on routine financial reports, over $50,000 in purchases, stadium lighting and scoreboard replacements, and multiple education partnership agreements. The board will also discuss possible approvals for several memorandums of understanding with local government agencies, community organizations, and higher education institutions.
- Approval of purchases exceeding $50,000
- Authorization to award Bobby Morrow Stadium lighting project and scoreboard replacement
- Approval of multiple education partnership agreements including with Texas Southmost College and The University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley
- Approval of revised 2025-2026 Compensation Plan
- Approval of Region One Education Service Center Library Services Agreement for 2025-2026 school year
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Board Workshop
The San Benito Schools Board of Trustees holds a workshop to receive training and development led by a TASB Board Consultant. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting is procedural.
Board Workshop
The Board will hold a workshop to receive presentations on academic performance, health insurance, and Su Clinica Familar. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Presentation on Academics by Assistant Superintendent Dilia Cornett
- Presentation on Health Insurance
- Presentation on Su Clinica Familar
Immediately following Board Workshop - Special Board Meeting
The San Benito Consolidated Independent School District board will meet to discuss and possibly approve multiple items for the 2025-2026 school year, including health insurance, policy revisions, and handbooks. The meeting also includes a closed session for personnel matters.
- Discussion and possible approval of BCBS Employee Group Health Insurance Plan for 2025-2026
- Discussion and possible approval of purchases over $50,000
- Discussion and possible approval of revisions to Board Policies DNA(LOCAL), EIC(LOCAL), FNCE(LOCAL), and FD(LOCAL)
- Discussion and possible approval of the 2025-2026 Student Code of Conduct and Student Handbook
- Discussion and possible approval of the 2025-2026 Employee Handbook
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation links and a notice that the minutes are in draft form.
Regular Board Meeting
The San Benito CISD Board will discuss awarding contracts for lighting, scoreboard, and track replacements at Bobby Morrow. The board is also reviewing several 2025-2026 school year agreements, grading policies, and the student code of conduct.
- Bobby Morrow Lighting, Scoreboard Replacement, and Track Replacement projects
- Purchase of Eduphoria Premium Suite Edition for 2025-2026
- Approval of 2025-2026 Student Code of Conduct and Elementary/Secondary Grading Policies
- Approval of purchases over $50,000
- San Benito High School gym floor and roof water drain repairs
The provided document contains only system maintenance notices and administrative headers. No board actions, votes, or discussions were recorded.
Public Hearing
The San Benito Consolidated Independent School District board will hold a public hearing on June 25, 2025, to discuss and adopt the budget for the 2025-2026 school year. The meeting includes roll call, public comment, a presentation on the budget, and community comment before adjourning.
- Public hearing on adopting the 2025-2026 school year budget
- Presentation and discussion on the 2025-2026 budget by Monica Mata, Chief Financial Officer
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation and maintenance notices.
Regular Board Meeting
The Board of Trustees will consider the proposed budget for the 2025-2026 school year and a new compensation plan. The meeting includes reviews of May 2025 financial reports and the approval of various administrative contracts and personnel appointments.
- Proposed Budget for the 2025-2026 School Year
- 2025-2026 Compensation Plan
- Purchases over $50,000
- MOU with Cameron County Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program (JJAEP)
- Bid proposals for student insurance (RFP-0525-SI)
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links for the BoardBook platform.
Board Workshop
The San Benito Schools Board will hold a workshop to receive presentations on the budget and employee insurance for the 2025-2026 school year.
- Presentation on Employee Insurance for the 2025-2026 School Year
- Presentation on Budget for the 2025-2026 School Year by CFO Monica Mata
Special Board Meeting
The San Benito Schools Board will meet to discuss and possibly take action on selecting a contractor for the RFQ/RFP-0325 Performing Arts Center, authorize contract negotiations, and choose a new website provider for 2025-2026. The board will also review revisions to the 2024-2025 compensation plan and budget amendments.
- Discussion and possible action to award/select company for RFQ/RFP-0325 Performing Arts Center
- Discussion and possible action to authorize contract negotiations with selected Performing Arts Center company
- Discussion and possible approval of new website provider for 2025-2026 school year
- Discussion and possible approval of revisions to 2024-2025 compensation plan
- Discussion and possible approval of budget amendments for 2024-2025 school year
The board met for a special session and approved the minutes from the June 25, 2025 Special Board Meeting. No other substantive decisions were recorded in the provided text.
- Approved minutes for Special Board Meeting 6.25.2025
Regular Board Meeting
The San Benito Consolidated Independent School District board will hold its regular May 14 meeting to recognize student achievements and vote on multiple inter-district agreements and academic-service contracts for the 2025-26 school year. No substantive policy decisions or budget actions are listed; the agenda is largely ceremonial and procedural.
- Approve 2025-26 agreement with Region One ESC for Texas Curriculum Management Program Cooperative
- Approve 2025-26 Letter of Agreement with Brownsville ISD Adult Continuing Education
- Approve 2025-26 MOUs with Little Aa’s Play School, Spirit of Joy Childcare, Adorable Kids Childcare, and Communities In Schools
- Approve 2025-26 Optional Flexible School Day Program
- Approve amendment to Secondary Course Catalog for 2025-26
The board met for a regular meeting on May 14, 2025. The only substantive action recorded in the provided text was the approval of minutes from a June 25, 2025 meeting.
- Approved minutes from Regular Board Meeting 6.25.2025
Special Board Meeting - Joint Meeting with The City of San Benito
The San Benito Schools Board and City Council will hold a joint special meeting to receive updates on several infrastructure and community projects, including the water tower logo and rehabilitation, parks improvements, and a possible energy agreement. No formal decisions are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.
- Discussion and update on City of San Benito Water Tower Logo(s) and Rehabilitation Project
- Discussion and Possible Approval of Gexa Energy Agreement
- Discussion and update on City and School Parks Improvements including Stormwater Regional Detention Facilities (SRDS)
- Discussion on the City of San Benito Real Time Crime Center
- Discussion and update on educational partnership with San Benito Economic Development Corporation and others
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation links and maintenance notices.
Regular Board Meeting
The San Benito CISD Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on April 16, 2025, to conduct routine business including roll call, public comment, and board reports. The board will vote on the 2025-2026 school calendar and instructional material adoptions as part of the consent agenda.
- Approval of 2025-2026 school calendar
- Approval of instructional material adoptions for 2025-2026 school year
- Approval of TEKS certification for 2025-2026 school year
- Approval of contract with Region One Education Service Center for Stronger Foundations Planning Grant Program
- Approval of purchases over $50,000
The provided document contains no record of board actions, discussions, or decisions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links for the BoardBook software.
Special Board Meeting
The San Benito Schools Board will hold a special meeting on April 7, 2025, to discuss and possibly approve a resolution related to emergency closure pay as outlined in Policy DEA(LOCAL). The meeting includes standard procedural items such as roll call, public comment, and adjournment.
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Special Board Meeting
The Board will review bid proposals and potentially select an architectural firm for RFQ-#0225-ASPAC. The meeting also includes personnel discussions regarding contract terminations and non-renewals for the 2024-2025 school year.
- Presentation by Moak Casey, Interlocal Purchasing Cooperative
- Review of bid proposals for RFQ-#0225-ASPAC, Architectural Services
- Possible selection of an architectural firm and authorization to negotiate a contract
- Discussion and possible action to terminate probationary contracts for the end of the 2024-2025 school year
- Discussion and possible action to propose the non-renewal of teacher A.T.'s 2024-2025 term contract
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Public Hearing
The San Benito Schools board will convene a public hearing to receive comments on the district’s 2023-2024 Annual Report. The meeting includes a presentation of the report by the Director of Assessment, Research, and Evaluation, followed by community and public comment periods.
- Public comment on the 2023-2024 Annual Report
- Presentation of the 2023-2024 Annual Report by Cathy Abrego
- Community comment on the 2023-2024 Annual Report
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and administrative page headers.
Regular Board Meeting
The San Benito Consolidated Independent School District Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on March 19, 2025, to conduct routine business including approving several education partnerships, financial reports, and administrative contracts. The board will also recognize student achievements in academics and athletics.
- Approval of Clinical Education Affiliation Agreement with Cardiovascular Specialists
- Approval of Service Agreement with Capturing Kids’ Hearts for 2025-2026 ($amount not specified)
- Approval of Amendment to Memorandum of Understanding with Cameron County District Attorney’s Office
- Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with Texas State Technical College Dual Credit Program
- Approval of purchases over $50,000 and budget amendments
The provided document contains draft minutes and an agenda for the March 19, 2025, meeting. While numerous items were requested for approval, the record does not include the final outcomes or vote tallies for these actions.
Regular Board Meeting
The Board will discuss and potentially act on a Special Counsel Legal Services Agreement. The meeting also includes requests to approve January 2025 financial reports, budget amendments, and personnel contracts.
- Discussion and possible action on Special Counsel Legal Services Agreement for Baltazar Salazar, Attorney at Law, PLLC
- Approval of purchases over $50,000
- Purchase of ECG (Electrocardiogram) machines for student screenings
- Change order request from Hurricane Fence Company for San Benito High School fencing
- Policy Manual Update 124 covering financial ethics, intellectual property, and student welfare
The provided document contains only a landing page and a notice that draft minutes exist. No actual meeting minutes or decisions were included in the text.
Special Board Meeting
The San Benito Schools Board will meet to consider a resolution regarding emergency closure pay. The Board is also scheduled to discuss and potentially take action on litigation involving the Performing Arts Center and Natatorium.
- Possible approval of resolution for emergency closure pay pursuant to Policy DEA (LOCAL)
- Discussion and possible action on Performing Arts Center and Natatorium litigation
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and a placeholder for draft minutes that have not been approved.
Regular Board Meeting
The San Benito Consolidated Independent School District board will meet to approve routine items including the 2025–2026 middle and high school course catalogs and targeted improvement plans for several schools. The board will also vote on multiple contracts and financial reports, and hear a presentation on improvement plans for La Paloma Elementary, GO Academy, and Miller Jordan Middle School.
- Approve 2025–2026 middle and high school course catalogs
- Approve Targeted Improvement Plan (TIP) for La Paloma Elementary, GO Academy, and Miller Jordan Middle School
- Approve Local Improvement Plan (LIP) for Fred Booth Elementary and Riverside Middle School
- Award bids for general merchandise services (RFP-1224-GMS), meals and catering (RFP-1224-MSCD), and insurance coverage (RFP-0125-WHHI, RFP-0125-PCWIC)
- Consider change order for San Benito Veterans Memorial Academy Canopy Project
The provided document contains only administrative headers and system maintenance notices. There are no records of board actions, votes, or discussions.
Regular Board Meeting Cancelled
The San Benito Consolidated Independent School District Board of Trustees cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for January 21, 2025. No decisions or discussions took place.