Santa Maria Independent School District, TX

Special Meeting

The Board will meet to discuss and potentially take action on the appointment and employment terms of an Interim Superintendent. The meeting includes deliberations on the Superintendent search timeline and personnel recommendations.

• Appointment and terms of employment for an Interim Superintendent
• Superintendent search timeline and qualifications
• Superintendent's employment contract
• Superintendent's personnel recommendations

Special Meeting

The Santa Maria Independent School District board will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve personnel matters related to the superintendent, including recommendations, contract terms, a search timeline, and the appointment of an interim superintendent. The meeting also includes an open forum for public comments and a closed session for legal and personnel discussions.

• Discussion and possible action on superintendent personnel recommendations
• Discussion and possible action to approve superintendent’s employment contract
• Discussion and possible action to approve superintendent search timeline
• Discussion and possible action to approve appointment and terms of an interim superintendent

Regular Meeting

The Santa Maria ISD board will meet July 22, 2026 to discuss and possibly approve key policies for the 2026–2027 school year, including the student handbook, code of conduct, and compensation plan. The board will also take action on election logistics for the November 2026 general election, including an early voting site location.

• Approve RGV LEAD Memorandum of Agreement for 2026–2027 Academic Year
• Approve 2026–2027 Student Handbook and Student Code of Conduct
• Approve 2026–2027 Amended Compensation Plan
• Approve General Election Order for Places 1, 2, 3, & 4 on November 3, 2026
• Designate Santa Maria ISD Administrative Building Board Room (11119 Military Hwy, Santa Maria, TX 78592) as early voting and election day site

Workshop

The Board of Trustees will hold a workshop to discuss student and employee handbooks, compensation, and election logistics. The agenda explicitly states that no action will be taken by the Board during this workshop.

• General Election Order for Places 1, 2, 3, & 4 for November 3, 2026
• Election Services Agreement with Cameron County
• Election location at 11119 Military Hwy, Santa Maria, Texas 78592
• 2026-2027 Amended Compensation Plan
• RGV LEAD Memorandum of Agreement for 2026-2027 Academic Year

Regular Meeting

The Santa Maria Independent School District board will hold its regular meeting on June 25, 2026. The board will discuss and possibly act on key financial and operational items, including the 2026-27 district budget, compensation plan, and middle school gym floor improvements. The meeting also includes presentations, consent agenda approvals, and an executive session for personnel and legal matters.

• Retain Preston Dugas Law Firm for property damage insurance claim
• Approve auditing firm for RFQ 2026-004 (Independent Auditor Services)
• Approve consultant for RFQ 2026-003 (Child Nutrition Services)
• Approve Middle School Gym Floor Improvements
• Approve 2026-27 District Budget and Compensation Plan

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists items for discussion and possible action, but does not record any final decisions, votes, or outcomes.

Public Hearing

The Santa Maria Independent School District Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing to present and discuss the proposed 2026-2027 school district budget. No formal decisions will be made during this hearing; it is an opportunity for residents to learn about and comment on the budget before any potential action.

• Public hearing on 2026-2027 budget and proposed tax rate at 11119 Military Road, Santa Maria, TX
• 30-minute open forum for public comments on the budget (3-minute limit per speaker)
• Presentation of the proposed 2026-2027 District Budget

The Board held a public hearing regarding the proposed 2026-2027 District Budget and tax rate. The record explicitly states that no action was taken by the Board of Trustees during this meeting.

Regular

The Santa Maria Independent School District Board will discuss approving bids for a tax resale property and selecting consultants for child nutrition and auditing services. The board will also consider approving student trips to San Antonio and La Vernia, and an agreement with South Texas College.

• Bids for tax resale property in Lot 23 Olivia Longoria Subdivision
• Interlocal Agreement with South Texas College Dual Credit Programs for 2026-2027
• MOU between SMISD and Communities in Schools Cameron County
• Selection of consultant for RFQ 2026-003 (Child Nutrition) and RFQ 2026-004 (Independent Auditor Services)
• Approval of Senior Class overnight trip to San Antonio, TX (May 13-15, 2026)

Workshop

The Board of Trustees will discuss various operational and educational items. The agenda explicitly states that no action will be taken by the Board during this workshop.

• Discussion of 2026-2027 Budget Update and May 2026 Budget Amendment
• Discussion of bids from March 3, 2026, Tax Resale for property in Olivia Longoria Subdivision
• Discussion of Interlocal Agreement with South Texas College Dual Credit Program
• Discussion of MOU with Communities in Schools Cameron County
• Discussion of student overnight travel to La Vernia and San Antonio

Regular Meeting

The Santa Maria ISD board will meet April 8 to discuss and possibly approve the new Bluebonnet English Language Arts curriculum, instructional materials funding for 2026-2027, and a $45,395 contract with Region One ESC. The board will also recognize student achievements and handle routine financial approvals.

• Adoption of Bluebonnet English Language Arts curriculum
• Approval of $45,395 contract with Region One ESC for Ascender Business services
• Approval of 2026-2027 Instructional Materials Allotment and TEKS Certification
• Approval of check payments, investment report, and revenue/expenditure report for March 2026
• Recognition of THSPA Class 2A State Champion Priscilla Almazan and other student achievements

Workshop

The Board of Trustees will hold a workshop to discuss educational materials and operational expenses. No action will be taken by the Board during this meeting.

• Discussion of adopting the Bluebonnet English Language Arts curriculum
• Discussion of Instructional Materials Allotment and TEKS Certification for 2026-2027
• Discussion of $45,395.26 payment to Region One ESC for Ascender Business
• Discussion of purchasing a new 14-passenger school bus with specialized lift
• SB 546: Required Reporting on School Bus Seat Belt Costs

The Board of Trustees held a workshop to discuss curriculum, instructional materials, and operational costs. The minutes explicitly state that no action was taken by the Board during this meeting.

SCHOOL SAFETY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Santa Maria ISD School Safety Committee will meet on March 30, 2026, but no formal actions will be taken. The agenda lists three informational presentations: the district’s Emergency Operations Plan, School Infrastructure Improvements, and Intruder Detection Audits.

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will discuss and potentially approve a five-year Teacher Incentive Allotment Renewable Application. The meeting also includes a budget update and presentations on school safety and career and technical education.

• Possible approval of the Teacher Incentive Allotment Renewable Application (5 Years)
• Possible approval of an overnight trip for HS Powerlifting Boys to Kingsville, Texas on March 12-13, 2026
• Approval of February 2026 check payments, investment report, and tax collection report
• Approval of unaudited Revenue and Expenditure Report ending February 2026
• Presentation on SMHS Career and Technical Education for 2026-2027

Workshop

The Board of Trustees will hold a workshop to discuss several educational and operational items. The agenda states that no action will be taken by the Board during this meeting.

• TIA Renewable Application (5 Year)
• Texas Education Agency LASO Lift and Residency Grant
• Bluebonnet Math and Reading Curriculum
• Post-Legislative Update

Special Meeting

Regular Meeting

The Santa Maria Independent School District Board will discuss adopting a resolution for the reading of the Bible or other religious texts. The body will also consider a low attendance waiver for January 26, 2026, and review student travel requests.

• Possible action to adopt Period of Prayer and Reading of Bible or other Religious Text Resolution
• Possible action to approve a Low Attendance Waiver for January 26, 2026
• Possible approval of SMMS and SMHS ACE girls trip to Garner State Park (Feb 27 - March 1, 2026)
• Possible approval of SMMS and SMHS ACE boys trip to Garner State Park (March 27-29, 2026)
• Approval of January 2026 check payments, investment, revenue, and expenditure reports

Public Hearing on TAPR

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing regarding the 2024-2025 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR). The meeting includes a presentation on the report and an opportunity for public comment. No action will be taken by the Board during this hearing.

• Presentation on the 2024-2025 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR)
• Public comments on the 2024-2025 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR)

Workshop

The Board of Trustees will hold a workshop to discuss operational items and student programs. No action will be taken by the Board during this meeting.

• Presentation on Tony Gonzalez Elementary L.E.A.P. Program
• Presentation on Santa Maria High School Flex Academy
• Discussion on Low Attendance Waiver for January 26, 2026
• Discussion on 2026-2027 school year instructional calendar
• Discussion on overnight student travel to Garner State Park for ACE girls and boys

Regular Meeting

The Santa Maria ISD board will meet January 21, 2026 to recognize top students and staff, discuss two action items, and vote on routine financial reports. The most consequential item is a possible vote to approve overnight student travel to the RGV LEAD Young Leaders Summit in Austin on January 29–30, 2026.

• Possible approval of overnight student travel to RGV LEAD Young Leaders Summit in Austin, Jan 29–30, 2026
• Possible approval of purchase of credit-by-examination from University of Texas UT High School
• Approval of December 2025 check payments, monthly investment report, revenue/expenditure report, tax collection report, and December 10 meeting minutes

Workshop of the Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a workshop to discuss operational efficiency and student programs. No formal action will be taken during this meeting.

• Presentation from South Texas School Board Association
• R-PEP and Texas Strategic Leadership update presentations
• Discussion of Policy EHDC regarding alternative methods for earning credit
• Discussion of overnight student travel to the RGV LEAD Young Leaders Summit in Austin, Texas, Jan 29-30, 2026