La Joya Independent School District, TX

Board Workshop

Regular Meeting

The Board will consider updates to the 2026-2027 compensation plan and review the 2026-27 Student Code of Conduct. The meeting includes a consent agenda with various instructional material approvals and operational contracts.

• Updates to the 2026-2027 La Joya ISD Compensation Plan
• Easement agreement for City of Palmview New Fire Station at FM 492/LJISD Flores Elementary
• Agreement with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP for delinquent tax attorney services
• Approval of 2026-27 consulting services for MTSS districtwide implementation
• Contract extension for ambulance services CSP #2025-69

District Safety and Security Committee Meeting

The committee will meet to discuss safety audits and vulnerability assessments in a closed session. The body will also determine goals for the 2026-2027 school year and vote on campus secure areas.

• Discussion of Intruder Detection Audit Report and Corrective Action Plan
• Review of District Vulnerability Assessment Full Report
• Grant project updates
• Vote on Campus Secure Area for the upcoming school year
• Discussion of 2026-2027 school year goals and priorities

The provided minutes for the District Safety and Security Committee meeting contain no record of discussions, motions, or decisions. The document consists of procedural headers and system maintenance notices.

Public Hearing to Discuss the 2026-2027 Budget, 2026 Proposed Tax Rate, and Regular Meeting

The La Joya Independent School District board will hold a public hearing to discuss and vote on the proposed 2026-2027 budget and the 2026 tax rate. The board will also consider routine items including textbook purchases, staffing contracts, and policy updates.

• Public hearing and vote on 2026-27 budget and proposed tax rate
• Approval of textbook purchases (Carnegie Learning, SAVVAS) and math materials (Math Catalyst, ZEARN)
• Extension of special education staffing contracts (eLuma, National Recruiting Consultants, Sunbelt)
• Approval of 403(b) retirement plan administrator renewal for 2026-27
• Purchase of La Joya High School band uniforms through purchasing cooperative

The provided document contains only the meeting title and system maintenance notices. There are no records of decisions, votes, or discussions regarding the 2026-2027 budget or tax rate.

Regular Meeting

The La Joya ISD board will recognize retiring baseball coaches and vote on a dual-credit agreement with South Texas College. The meeting also includes routine approvals, a closed session on personnel and security matters, and possible contract nonrenewals.

• Recognition of retiring baseball coaches Manuel 'Ricky' Garcia (35 years) and Guadalupe 'Wally' Barrera
• Approval of in-kind Disney Musicals in Schools Stage Connect Award donation
• Vote on interlocal agreement with South Texas College for dual-credit programs
• Possible nonrenewal of term contracts and Level Three employee grievance appeal
• Approval of April 2026 tax collector’s report and Phase IV financial audit RFQ

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.

Special Meeting

The La Joya Independent School District board holds a special meeting to recognize student achievements in academics, fine arts, and athletics. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda; the meeting focuses solely on student recognitions presented by district staff.

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation menus and maintenance notices.

Budget Workshop and Regular Meeting

The board will conduct a budget workshop and compensation manual review. They are deciding on budget amendments and setting a public meeting date to discuss the 2026-2027 budget and proposed tax rate.

• Approval of Budget Amendment 2026-11 as of May 2026
• Approval of District-Wide Technology Devices Quotation #2026-815
• Interlocal Cooperation Contract for TSI Score Transfer with UTRGV
• Sale of surplus property items (portables) via online public auction
• Approval of Maintenance of Open and Closed Loops/Cooling Tower/Boiler System CSP #2026-72

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.

Regular Meeting

The La Joya ISD board will hold its regular meeting on May 6, 2026. The agenda includes routine procedural items, staff recognitions for national observances, and several consent items for approval. The board will also discuss and possibly act on a resolution to amend staffing levels and propose nonrenewals as part of a reduction in force.

• Approval of kitchen equipment purchases for CNS Department
• Amendment to Program Change Resolution for staffing reductions and nonrenewals
• Approval of easement agreement for Escandon Elementary
• Approval of lift station license usage agreement with RS La Homa, LLC at E.B. Reyna Elementary School
• Approval of Pre-K Professional Development and Curriculum Support through RFP #2025-55

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. The text consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.

District Advisory Committee Meeting

The La Joya ISD District Advisory Committee will hear updates on the 2026–27 budget development, a facilities condition assessment, a facilities master plan, and a transportation audit. Members will also receive reports on the District of Innovation framework, the 2024–25 Texas Academic Performance Report, and summer programs.

• 2026–27 budget development presentation
• Facilities Condition Assessment & Master Plan Services update
• Transportation Audit update
• 2024–25 Texas Academic Performance Report review
• Summer Programs update

Regular Meeting

The La Joya ISD board will hold its regular meeting on April 22, 2026, featuring recognition ceremonies, superintendent updates, and votes on a Head Start partnership non-renewal, a budget amendment, and a juvenile justice program MOU. The board will also discuss program changes affecting multiple campuses and employee contract actions.

• Approval of MOU with Hidalgo County for Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program (JJAEP)
• Head Start Partnership non-renewal and transition plan for 2026-2027 school year
• Budget Amendment 2026-10 approval as of April 2026
• Consider program change impacting multiple campuses and district departments
• Consider nonrenewals and terminations of Chapter 21 employee contracts

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.

District Safety and Security Committee Meeting

The La Joya ISD District Safety and Security Committee will meet to review security measures, including an intruder detection audit report and corrective actions. The closed session will cover legal matters such as fencing projects, re-keying initiatives, and grant updates. No substantive decisions are listed in the open session agenda.

• Discussion of Intruder Detection Audit Report and Corrective Action Plan
• Additional secure area fencing project update
• District re-key initiative
• Grant Project Updates/Completed Projects/Preparation for DVA

The provided minutes for the District Safety and Security Committee meeting contain no record of actions, discussions, or decisions. The document consists of system maintenance notices and meeting metadata.

Regular Meeting

The La Joya Independent School District Board will hold a hearing regarding the proposed termination of Pedro Zurita. The meeting also includes a consent agenda for various contracts, policy revisions, and budget increases.

• Hearing on the proposed termination of Pedro Zurita
• Revision to Student Transfer Policy FDB (Local)
• Purchase of MacBook Air Laptops through Choice Partners
• Budget increase for Independent Auditor Services RFQ #2024-59 Renewal
• Change Order No. 1 and budget increase for Sports Complex Softball Field Synthetic Turf Surfacing Project

The provided minutes contain no record of actions, votes, or discussions. The document consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.

Public Hearing of 2024-2025 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR) and Regular Meeting

The Board will conduct a public hearing on the 2024-2025 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR). The meeting includes votes on instructional materials, budget amendments, and potential nonrenewal of specific employee contracts.

• Public Hearing of 2024-2025 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR)
• Approval of Budget Amendment 2026-09 as of March 2026
• Approval of Edusolve, LLC Agreement for Special Education Department RFP# 2025-70
• Possible action to nonrenew Chapter 21 Contracts for employees due to removal of campus specialty designations
• Transportation update regarding Senate Bill 546, 89th Legislature

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and meeting header information only.

Special Called Meeting

The board will meet to recognize various student academic, artistic, and athletic achievements. The agenda also includes a review of the March 2026 calendar and upcoming school events.

• Recognition of La Joya ISD Campus Crime Stopper for Year 2025
• Recognition of Mariachi Programs from Juarez-Lincoln, Palmview, and La Joya High Schools
• Recognition of UIL and state qualifiers in robotics, math, science, and special Olympics
• Recognition of district champions in wrestling, cross country, and soccer
• Review of March 2026 calendar including Spring Break (March 16-20)

The provided document contains no record of actions, discussions, or decisions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.

Regular Meeting

The Board of Trustees will consider the 2026-2027 school calendar and the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025. The meeting includes updates on enrollment, transportation, and tax collection, as well as several procurement approvals.

• Approval of the 2026-2027 La Joya ISD School Calendar
• Approval of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2025
• Approval of CTE technology purchases through Quotation #2025-828
• Approval of budget amendments 2026-07 and 2026-08
• Approval of vehicles for the CTE Department via Quotation #2026-812

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.

Regular Meeting

The Board of Trustees will discuss budget priorities, the 2026-2027 district calendar, and student assessment data. The body is deciding on several infrastructure projects and the nomination of a candidate for the Hidalgo County Appraisal District Board of Directors.

• District-wide technology infrastructure upgrades (CSP #2026-47)
• Facilities Condition Assessment & Facilities Master Plan Services (CSP #2026-40)
• District-wide rekeying services (Quotation #2026-810)
• Fire alarm replacement at Flores Elementary (CSP# 2026-31)
• Nomination of a candidate for the Hidalgo County Appraisal District vacant position

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.

Regular Meeting

The La Joya ISD school board will meet to recognize members, receive updates, and act on a consent agenda. The most consequential item is a vote on permanently closing four elementary/middle schools and temporarily closing and restructuring one middle school, with proposed campus zoning boundaries.

• Permanently close Benavides ES, Leo ES, Peña ES, and Ann Richards MS
• Temporarily close and restructure Salinas MS
• Approve budget amendment 2026-06
• Approve district-wide copier rentals CSP #2026-26
• Consider terminating a Chapter 21 contract employee

The provided document contains only the meeting header and system maintenance notices. No substantive decisions, discussions, or votes were recorded in the text.

5:30 P.M. - District Safety and Security Committee Meeting

The La Joya ISD District Safety and Security Committee will meet to introduce members and hold a closed session. The committee will discuss legal matters related to security audits, police department technology, and grant projects.

• Discussion of Intruder Detection Audit Report and Corrective Action Plan
• District Mapping Software demo
• Implementation of digital logs for safety reporting for Police Department staff
• Plans and feedback for additional SPAT devices
• Grant project updates and preparation for DVA

The provided minutes for the District Safety and Security Committee meeting contain no record of actions, discussions, or decisions. The document consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.

Regular Meeting

The La Joya ISD board will hold its regular January meeting to approve routine items, recognize staff, and vote on several contracts and plans. The board will also discuss strategic updates and closed-session topics permitted under Texas law.

• Approval of 2026-27 Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant application
• Approval of multiple special education staffing contracts (eLuma, Presence Learning, National Recruiting Consultants, Sunbelt)
• Approval of Phase III financial audit services RFQ #2025-12
• Approval of district-wide secure area fencing CSP #2026-38
• Consideration of nonrenewal of contract employees subject to program change reduction in force

The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. The text consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.