Rains ISD public meetings in 2025
14 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting
The Rains ISD Board of Trustees will meet December 8, 2025 to discuss and vote on a revised 2025–2026 budget and set the tax rate after a voter-approved tax ratification election failed. The board will also review FIRST and RDA reports, recognize state-qualifying students, and consider policy updates and nonbusiness-day designations.
- Approve revised 2025–2026 budget after VATRE failure
- Set 2025 tax rate
- First reading of Board Policy Update 126 affecting 24 LOCAL policies
- Designate additional nonbusiness days for Public Information Act compliance: Jan 2, 2026 and Mar 9–11, 2026
- Recognize RHS TAFE State Qualifiers
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and a meeting header without minutes text.
Regular Meeting
The Rains ISD Board of Trustees will meet November 11, 2025 to discuss and possibly act on employee compensation, accept donations from the education foundation for teacher grants, and canvass November 4 VATRE election results. The board will also review quarterly financial reports, investment updates, and a property value study report.
- Approve employee compensation changes
- Accept donation from Rains ISD Education Foundation for teacher grants
- Canvass November 4, 2025 VATRE election results
- Review quarterly financial reports (October 2025 payroll, expenses, cash)
- Consider approval of School Library Advisory Council for 2025-2026
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and a meeting header.
Regular Meeting/Board Workshop
The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and potentially approve the district's goals and strategies for the 2025-2026 school year. The board will also consider contracts for an upcoming special election and law enforcement agreements.
- Approval of the District Improvement Plan for the 2025-2026 school year
- Contract for election services with Rains County Election Administrator's Office for the Nov. 4, 2025, Voter-Approval Tax Rate Election (VATRE)
- Law Enforcement Interlocal Agreement with Rains County
- Updated Rains ISD Multi-Hazard Emergency Operations Plan (MHEOP)
- Legislative Update by Region 7 Field Service Agent Dennis Glenn
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Special Meeting
The posted agenda for the Rains ISD Special Meeting on September 9, 2025 contains only a notice that the agenda has been posted and no substantive items for discussion or decision.
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The Rains ISD Board of Trustees will meet September 8, 2025 to discuss a state-mandated efficiency audit of district finances, review monthly financial reports, and consider routine contracts. No new spending or policy changes are on the agenda.
- Efficiency audit report from Moak Casey, LLC (required under Texas Education Code §11.184)
- Contract with Rains County Appraisal District for tax assessment and collection services
- Skyward invoice over $50,000 for Board approval per policy CH(LOCAL)
- Financial reports for August 2025 (non-payroll, payroll, cash, expenditures)
- Rains County Appraisal District board nominations
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and vote to adopt the 2025-2026 proposed budget and tax rate. The meeting includes discussions on accountability ratings and the adoption of a new Student Code of Conduct. The board will also consider a Voter Approval Tax Rate Election for November 4, 2025.
- Adoption of the 2025-2026 Proposed Budget and Tax Rate
- Amendment to the 2024-2025 Budget with a budgeted fund balance of $400,000
- Order for Voter Approval Tax Rate Election (VATRE) on November 4, 2025
- Approval of the 2025-2026 Student Code of Conduct
- Resolution for Good Cause Exception for Armed Security Officer Requirement
The provided document contains only administrative portal information and a reference to the meeting date. There are no records of motions, votes, or decisions made during the meeting.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will review the draft budget and proposed tax rate for the 2025-2026 school year. Other business includes approving an employee pay plan and reviewing the student code of conduct.
- Review of draft budget for 2025-2026
- Discussion of proposed 2025-2026 tax rate
- Approval of employee pay plan
- Approval of contracted services for SLP and SLP-A
- Approval of appointment of armed personnel
The provided document contains no record of board actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and a link to signed minutes without the actual text of the proceedings.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports, discuss the 2025 tax rate, and consider updates to the district's Multi-Hazard Emergency Operations Plan. The board will also review proposed local policy updates and the 2026 proposed budget for the Rains County Appraisal District.
- Discussion of 2025 Tax Rate
- Approval of updated Multi-Hazard Emergency Operations Plan (MHEOP)
- Review of Rains County Appraisal District 2026 Proposed Budget
- Contracts for Education Service Center Regions 7 and 10 for 2025-2026
- Agreement for services with Communities in Schools of Northeast Texas (NETX CIS)
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links for the BoardBook portal.
Special Meeting
The provided document is a landing page for a special meeting scheduled for May 29, 2025. It contains no specific agenda items, proposals, or discussion topics.
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links for the BoardBook platform.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will finalize the May 3, 2025, Trustee General Election results and administer oaths to newly elected members. The meeting also includes the election of board officers and a review of financial and investment reports.
- Canvass of May 3, 2025 Trustee General Election results
- Election of Board President, Vice President, and Secretary
- Consideration and approval of a bus purchase
- Approval of the Quarterly Investment Report
- Consideration of out-of-state travel for National Educators Rising Conference
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation menus and maintenance notices.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will discuss academic plans, insurance renewals, and personnel matters. The meeting includes a review of March 2025 financial reports and a proposed amendment to the Superintendent's contract regarding residency.
- Approval of the Professional Development Plan for 2025-2026
- Student Supplemental Insurance Renewal
- Greenville ISD Regional Day School Program for the Deaf Shared Services Arrangement Agreement
- Workers Compensation Insurance Vendor Extension
- Amendment to Superintendent's Contract to require residency by August 11, 2025
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and a link to signed minutes without the actual text of the proceedings.
Regular Meeting/Board Workshop
The Rains Independent School District board will meet to discuss and take action on routine items such as approving minutes, financial reports, and an audit engagement letter. The board will also consider updates to local policies, including revisions to board meeting procedures and the renewal of the District of Innovation plan.
- Approve audit engagement letter with Rutherford & Taylor, P.C.
- Approve proposed renewal of the District of Innovation (DOI) Plan
- Consider and approve second reading of Board Policy Update 124 affecting policies CAA, CDA, CY, DH, EHB, EHBB, FFG, and GKA
- Consider revision to Board Policy BE(LOCAL): BOARD MEETINGS
- Approve revised School Board Operating Procedures
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 hold a public hearing on the Texas Academic Performance Report and decide on the order of election for May 3, 2025. The meeting includes reviews of administrator contract renewals and updates to local board policies.
- Public hearing on the Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR)
- Order of Election for Board of Trustees on May 3, 2025
- Contract renewals for administrators including Assistant Superintendents, Principals, and Directors
- First reading of Board Policy Update 124 affecting policies on financial ethics, intellectual property, and student welfare
- Discussion on the Intermediate Playground Project
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of website navigation elements and a maintenance notice.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will review a mid-year budget forecast and a revised budget amendment. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss and potentially act on the Superintendent's contract. Other business includes approving tax exemptions for local monuments.
- Revised Budget Amendment and 24-25 Mid-year Review
- Tax-exempt status applications for Dougherty Home Place Monument (Emory) and Farmers Union Monument (Point)
- Resolution regarding pay during school closure on 1/9/25 due to severe winter weather
- Approval of Targeted Improvement Plan Strategy
- Review of Rains High School Cheerleading Constitution for 2025-2026
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system navigation menus and a reference to signed minutes without the actual text of the proceedings.