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 "city": "Santa Maria Independent School District",
 "state": "TX",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/bb-3195/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-05",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-06",
   "body": "Special Meeting",
   "headline": "Board to discuss Superintendent search and Interim Superintendent appointment",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/3195?meeting=758916",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/3195"
  }
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-30",
   "body": "Special Meeting",
   "headline": "Board to discuss and possibly act on superintendent hiring and contract terms",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/3195?meeting=757902",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/3195"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-22",
   "body": "Regular Meeting",
   "headline": "Board to vote on student handbook, code of conduct, and election plans",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/3195?meeting=749241",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/3195"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Workshop",
   "headline": "Board workshop to discuss 2026-2027 school year plans and November election",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/3195?meeting=749239",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/3195"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-25",
   "body": "Regular Meeting",
   "headline": "Santa Maria ISD board to vote on 2026-27 budget, compensation plan, and gym upgrades",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/3195?meeting=746402",
   "minutes_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Minutes/3195?meeting=746402",
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/3195"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-25",
   "body": "Public Hearing",
   "headline": "Public hearing on 2026-2027 school district budget and tax rate",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/3195?meeting=751653",
   "minutes_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Minutes/3195?meeting=751653",
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/3195"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-13",
   "body": "Regular",
   "headline": "SMISD Board to consider tax resale bids and student travel approvals",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/3195?meeting=740247",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/3195"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-06",
   "body": "Workshop",
   "headline": "SMISD Board to hold workshop on budget, facilities, and student travel",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/3195?meeting=740222",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/3195"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-08",
   "body": "Regular Meeting",
   "headline": "Board to vote on new English curriculum and $45,395 contract",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/3195?meeting=737626",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/3195"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-01",
   "body": "Workshop",
   "headline": "Santa Maria ISD to discuss curriculum and school bus purchases",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/3195?meeting=736685",
   "minutes_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Minutes/3195?meeting=736685",
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/3195"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-30",
   "body": "SCHOOL SAFETY COMMITTEE MEETING",
   "headline": "School Safety Committee meeting to hear three presentations only",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/3195?meeting=736577",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/3195"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-11",
   "body": "Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees",
   "headline": "Board to consider Teacher Incentive Allotment application",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/3195?meeting=733945",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/3195"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-04",
   "body": "Workshop",
   "headline": "Board workshop to discuss TIA application and TEA grants",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/3195?meeting=733648",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/3195"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-25",
   "body": "Special Meeting",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/3195?meeting=730712",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/3195"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-11",
   "body": "Regular Meeting",
   "headline": "Board to consider religious text resolution and attendance waiver",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/3195?meeting=729980",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/3195"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-04",
   "body": "Public Hearing on TAPR",
   "headline": "Public hearing on 2024-2025 Texas Academic Performance Report",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/3195?meeting=729553",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/3195"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-04",
   "body": "Workshop",
   "headline": "Board to discuss school calendar and student travel to Garner State Park",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/3195?meeting=727811",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/3195"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-21",
   "body": "Regular Meeting",
   "headline": "Board to vote on overnight student travel to Austin summit",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/3195?meeting=723019",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/3195"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-14",
   "body": "Workshop of the Board of Trustees",
   "headline": "Board workshop to discuss student travel and credit policies",
   "summary": "The Board of Trustees will hold a workshop to discuss operational efficiency and student programs. No formal action will be taken during this meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/3195?meeting=723017",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/3195"
  }
 ]
}