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 "city": "DRIPPING SPRINGS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT",
 "state": "TX",
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 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
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 "generated": "2026-08-05",
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-29",
   "body": "Safety & Security Committee Meeting",
   "headline": "Safety & Security Committee holds closed session on school safety updates",
   "summary": "The Dripping Springs ISD Safety & Security Committee met on July 29, 2026, to discuss school safety matters in a closed session. The meeting included updates on School Resource Officers, school marshal programs, training, legislative changes, and audit results. No public decisions were listed on the posted agenda.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/634"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "Board of Trustees Retreat",
   "headline": "Board of Trustees to set 2026-2027 school-year goals and procedures",
   "summary": "The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees holds a retreat to discuss and plan team goals, operating procedures, and the upcoming school year. Items include reviewing the district’s vision and mission, conducting a self-assessment, and setting board goals for 2026-2027.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/634?meeting=756638",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/634"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "6:00 PM - Regular Meeting",
   "headline": "Board to vote on 2026-2027 budget and tax rate in public hearing",
   "summary": "The Dripping Springs ISD board will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2026-2027 budget and tax rate, presented by the Chief Financial Officer. The meeting also includes recognition of state-qualifying student athletes, updates on the strategic plan and child nutrition audit, and votes on hiring, contracts, and instructional materials.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/634"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "Board of Trustees Special Meeting",
   "headline": "Board to conduct Level III Parent Grievance Appeal",
   "summary": "The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and a closed session to conduct a Level III Parent Grievance Appeal. The board may take action on the matter during the open session following the closed deliberation.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/634?meeting=751480",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/634"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-15",
   "body": "2:00 PM - Agenda Review Meeting",
   "headline": "Board to vote on 2026-2027 budget and tax rate at June 15 meeting",
   "summary": "The Dripping Springs ISD board will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2026-2027 budget and proposed tax rate. The meeting also includes updates on strategic planning, child nutrition audits, and several contract approvals for instructional materials and university partnerships.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/634?meeting=747865",
   "minutes_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Minutes/634?meeting=747865",
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/634"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-15",
   "body": "Board of Trustees Workshop Meeting",
   "headline": "Board to discuss 2026-2027 budget and employee engagement survey",
   "summary": "The Board of Trustees will hold a workshop meeting to review presentations and discuss the upcoming school year budget and recent employee feedback.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/634?meeting=750159",
   "minutes_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Minutes/634?meeting=750159",
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  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-15",
   "body": "Board of Trustees Special Meeting",
   "headline": "Board of Trustees to elect officers and administer oaths of office",
   "summary": "The Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to administer the oath of office to incumbent members. The board will also reorganize by electing a President, Vice President, and Secretary.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/634?meeting=750160",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/634"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-18",
   "body": "6:00 PM - Regular Meeting",
   "headline": "Board to consider name for new high school and 2026-2027 pay plans",
   "summary": "The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees will decide on the name for Dripping Springs High School #2 and approve the 2026-2027 compensation plan and general pay increases. The board is also reviewing budget amendments and an investment policy resolution.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/634?meeting=742271",
   "minutes_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Minutes/634?meeting=742271",
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/634"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-11",
   "body": "2:00 PM - Agenda Review Meeting",
   "headline": "Board to vote on naming new high school and approve 2026-27 budget plan",
   "summary": "The Dripping Springs ISD board will hold an agenda review meeting to discuss routine items and prepare for future decisions. The board will receive updates on student achievements, financial reports, and operational matters, but no major decisions are scheduled for this meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/634?meeting=742273",
   "minutes_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Minutes/634?meeting=742273",
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/634"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-11",
   "body": "Board of Trustees Workshop Meeting",
   "headline": "Trustees to review 2026-2027 school budget in workshop meeting",
   "summary": "The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees will hold a workshop meeting to discuss the 2026-2027 budget. Chief Financial Officer Randy Rau will present multi-year projections and budget details. No formal decisions are scheduled; this is an informational discussion.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/634?meeting=742267",
   "minutes_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Minutes/634?meeting=742267",
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/634"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-08",
   "body": "Board of Trustees Workshop Meeting",
   "headline": "Board to privately evaluate superintendent in closed session",
   "summary": "The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees will hold a workshop meeting that includes a closed session to discuss the superintendent’s evaluation. No public votes or decisions are listed on the posted agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/634?meeting=742265",
   "minutes_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Minutes/634?meeting=742265",
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/634"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-01",
   "body": "Board of Trustees Workshop Meeting",
   "headline": "Trustees to discuss naming and branding for High School #2",
   "summary": "The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees will hold a workshop meeting to review a presentation on naming and branding for the district’s second high school. The session is led by Chief Communications Officer Jennifer Edwards and includes two attached documents.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/634?meeting=742264",
   "minutes_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Minutes/634?meeting=742264",
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/634"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-27",
   "body": "6:00 PM - Board of Trustees General Meeting",
   "headline": "Board to vote on K-12 math materials and DSHS renovation budget update",
   "summary": "The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees will meet April 27 to discuss routine business, recognize student and staff achievements, and take action on new K-12 math instructional materials and a guaranteed maximum price amendment for the Dripping Springs High School renovations project. The board will also hear updates on transportation, workforce partnerships, and bond program status.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/634?meeting=742205",
   "minutes_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Minutes/634?meeting=742205",
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/634"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-20",
   "body": "2:00 PM - Agenda Review Meeting",
   "headline": "School board to vote on math materials and high school renovation contract",
   "summary": "The Dripping Springs ISD board will meet to review routine items and take action on K-12 math instructional materials and a guaranteed maximum price amendment for the Dripping Springs High School renovations project. The board will also hear reports on learning, human resources, finance, and operations, and consider several interlocal agreements with the City of Dripping Springs.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/634?meeting=740654",
   "minutes_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Minutes/634?meeting=740654",
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/634"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-20",
   "body": "Board of Trustees Workshop Meeting",
   "headline": "Board to discuss 2025-2026 safety presentation",
   "summary": "The Board of Trustees will meet for a workshop to receive a presentation on safety and security for 2025-2026. This topic will be discussed in both a public presentation and a closed session.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/634?meeting=740653",
   "minutes_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Minutes/634?meeting=740653",
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/634"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-01",
   "body": "Board of Trustees Safety and Security Committee Meeting",
   "headline": "Board of Trustees Safety and Security Committee to meet April 1",
   "summary": "The committee will hold a closed session to discuss school safety and security. The meeting includes updates on personnel, training, and legislative mandates.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/634?meeting=738003",
   "minutes_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Minutes/634?meeting=738003",
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/634"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-30",
   "body": "6:00 PM - Regular Meeting",
   "headline": "School board to vote on bond-funded band instruments and bond program updates",
   "summary": "The Dripping Springs ISD board will hold its regular March 30, 2026 meeting. Main actions include approving 2018 bond funds for new band instruments, receiving a public hearing on the 2024–2025 annual report, and considering a guaranteed-maximum-price amendment for the Dripping Springs Elementary exterior project. The board will also vote on renewing the district’s innovation plan and approving several routine items such as minutes, budget amendments, and an external auditor.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/634?meeting=732709",
   "minutes_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Minutes/634?meeting=732709",
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/634"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-30",
   "body": "Board of Trustees Workshop Meeting",
   "headline": "Trustees to discuss 2026-2027 school district budget in workshop",
   "summary": "The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees will hold a workshop meeting to review the 2026-2027 budget. The Chief Financial Officer, Randy Rau, will present and discuss budget details. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/634?meeting=736717",
   "minutes_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Minutes/634?meeting=736717",
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/634"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-24",
   "body": "Board of Trustees Workshop Meeting",
   "headline": "Board of Trustees to discuss 2026 academics",
   "summary": "The Board of Trustees will hold a workshop meeting to discuss 2026 academics. The session includes a presentation by the Assistant Superintendent of Learning & Innovation and the SSES Principal.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/634?meeting=736056",
   "minutes_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Minutes/634?meeting=736056",
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/634"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-02",
   "body": "Board of Trustees Workshop Meeting",
   "headline": "Board to discuss 2026 Demographic Study",
   "summary": "The Board of Trustees will hold a workshop to discuss the 2026 Demographic Study. The meeting also includes a closed session to deliberate on legal, personnel, and real estate matters.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/634?meeting=725659",
   "minutes_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Minutes/634?meeting=725659",
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/634"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-23",
   "body": "6:00 PM - Regular Meeting",
   "headline": "Board considers construction documents and pricing for multiple school projects",
   "summary": "The Board will hold a public hearing on the 2024-2025 District Annual Report and consider several construction documents and price amendments for school renovations. Other business includes budget amendments and a joint election agreement with the City of Dripping Springs.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/634?meeting=725661",
   "minutes_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Minutes/634?meeting=725661",
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/634"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-17",
   "body": "Board of Trustees Special Meeting",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/634?meeting=730635",
   "minutes_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Minutes/634?meeting=730635",
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/634"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-17",
   "body": "6:00 PM - Board of Trustees Workshop Meeting",
   "headline": "Board to discuss student transfer policies",
   "summary": "The Board of Trustees will hold a workshop meeting to discuss student transfer policies. The session includes presentations from the Deputy Superintendent and the Director of Student Services.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/634?meeting=730628",
   "minutes_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Minutes/634?meeting=730628",
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/634"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-02",
   "body": "6:00 PM - Regular Meeting",
   "headline": "Board to consider 2026-2027 budget assumptions and election orders",
   "summary": "The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees will discuss budget parameters for the 2026-2027 school year and the 2024-2025 annual financial report. The board is also deciding on election agreements and contracts with Hays and Travis counties, as well as several school renovation projects.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/634?meeting=729160",
   "minutes_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Minutes/634?meeting=729160",
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/634"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-30",
   "body": "Board of Trustees Workshop Meeting",
   "headline": "Board to privately evaluate superintendent in closed session",
   "summary": "The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees will hold a workshop meeting on January 30, 2026. The agenda includes procedural items, public comments, and a closed session to discuss the superintendent evaluation under Texas Government Code. No substantive decisions are listed for open session.",
   "agenda_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/634?meeting=723778",
   "minutes_url": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Minutes/634?meeting=723778",
   "source": "https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/634"
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