Wichita Falls Independent School District public meetings in 2023
27 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board Meeting
The Wichita Falls ISD Board will meet to hear reports, including findings from a districtwide intruder detection audit, and consider consent agenda items and financial purchases. The board will also enter closed session for personnel, real property, and security matters.
- Intruder Detection Audit Report Findings
- Purchase of Amplify Curriculum
- Purchase of Career and Technology Computers
- Purchase of Chromebooks
- Construction Method for Hirschi Refresh/Repairs
Public Meeting
The Wichita Falls ISD board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, changing committee members, and adopting by-laws. The board will also enter closed session to discuss the emergency operations plan, a 3-year audit update, state audit failures since October 20, 2023, and TEA Round 1 grant information.
- Approval of minutes from June 20, 2023 meeting
- Committee member changes and election of chairperson, co-chairperson, secretary
- Discussion and approval of proposed by-laws
- Closed session: Emergency Operations Plan
- Closed session: State audit failures beginning October 20, 2023
Special Session
The Wichita Falls ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special session to discuss and potentially act on several items, including construction updates for two high schools, financial reports, budget amendments, and curriculum purchases. The board will also consider personnel matters and other administrative items, with some discussions occurring in closed session.
- Construction update for WF Legacy High School and WF Memorial High School
- Financial reports as of October 31, 2023
- Budget amendments
- Bond FFE purchases over $100,000
- Purchase of Amplify Curriculum
Board Meeting
The Wichita Falls ISD Board of Trustees is meeting to consider consent agenda items including construction auditor services, purchase of two school buses, and Rider High School roof restoration, plus a one-time employee payment and a food service fund expenditure plan. The board will also discuss 23-24 goals, a LASO grant application, STAAR 2023 results, and staff dress code and tattoo policy changes. A closed session is scheduled for personnel and real property matters.
- Purchase of construction auditor services (Townsend proposal for two high schools)
- RFP 2324-16-S-24: Purchase of two school buses
- Purchase of Rider roof restoration (recommended and optional proposals)
- One-time employee payment
- Food service excess fund balance expenditure plan
Special Session
The Wichita Falls ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special session to discuss and potentially act on several items, including construction updates for two high schools, financial reports, budget amendments, a one-time employee payment, and various purchases. The board will also consider the 2024-2025 school calendar and other administrative matters.
- Construction update for WF Legacy High School and WF Memorial High School
- Financial reports as of September 30, 2023
- Budget amendments
- One-time employee payment
- Purchase of two school buses (RFP 2324-16-S-24)
Board Meeting
The Wichita Falls ISD Board of Trustees is meeting to consider several significant actions, including consolidating and closing campuses, approving an energy controls contract for Barwise, and adopting a resolution against school vouchers. The board will also hear reports on career and technology programs and recognize student achievements.
- Consolidation of campuses
- Closure of campuses
- RFP 23-14 Energy Controls (Barwise Project)
- Resolution Against Vouchers
- DEC (LOCAL) Revisions
Special Session
The Wichita Falls ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special session to discuss and potentially act on several significant items, including the consolidation and closure of campuses, class size waivers, and a resolution to employ or accept volunteer chaplains. The board will also receive updates on construction at WF Legacy and WF Memorial High Schools, Kirby Middle School, and financial reports as of August 31, 2023. Public comment is limited to agenda items.
- Consolidation of campuses
- Closure of campuses
- Class size waivers
- Resolution to employ or accept volunteer chaplains (SB 763)
- FFE purchases over $100,000 (boom lifts, washers/dryers, track equipment, weight rooms, fine arts furniture)
Public Hearing
The Wichita Falls Independent School District is holding a public hearing to present and receive comments on its 2022-2023 Schools FIRST Report, a state financial integrity rating. The agenda includes the report presentation, public comments, and adjournment.
- Presentation of 2022-2023 WFISD FIRST Report
- Public comments on the FIRST Report
Board Meeting
The Wichita Falls ISD Board of Trustees will meet to consider several action items, including the purchase of athletics facilities construction, band semi-trailers, and a resolution on the Wichita Appraisal District board appointment method. The board will also hold a closed session for personnel and security matters.
- Purchase of Athletics' Facilities Construction (Hellas Proposal)
- Purchase of (2) Band Semi-Trailers (Clubhouse Trailer Company Quote# 231193B)
- Resolution on Wichita Appraisal District Board of Directors Method of Appointment
- RFP 2324-06-P-25 Trades Bid
- Local District Update Policies FFAC, FNAA, GKDA (2nd Reading)
Special Session
The Wichita Falls ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special session to receive information and take action on several items. The board will hear updates on the TEA accountability system, construction at Legacy and Memorial high schools, and damage from the August 10th storm. They will also consider a resolution related to HB3, approve financial reports and budget amendments, and discuss property sales and donations.
- Information on TEA Accountability System
- Construction update for WF Legacy High School and WF Memorial High School
- August 10th storm damage update
- HB3 resolution
- Financial reports as of July 31, 2023 and budget amendments
Board Meeting
The Wichita Falls ISD Board of Trustees will meet to adopt the 2023-2024 Maintenance and Operations and Debt Service tax rates, approve a consent agenda with multiple vendor contracts and purchases, and consider a resolution on 4-H extracurricular status. The board will also enter closed session for personnel and real property discussions.
- Adoption of 2023-2024 Maintenance and Operations and Debt Service tax rates
- Approval of bi-annual catalog bids (RFP 2324-11-C-25, 2324-09-C-25, 2324-13-C-25, 2324-07-C-25)
- RFP 2324-04-S-28 Elevator and Chairlift Maintenance, Inspections and Repair Services
- RFP 2324-12-P-25 Bulk Fuel
- IXL District Purchase for 2023-2024
Special Session
The Wichita Falls ISD board is holding a special session to consider a resolution that would delegate emergency contracting authority to the superintendent for repairs at Hirschi High School and the Denver Alternative Facility, waiving normal procurement rules under Texas Education Code due to an emergency. Public comment is limited to agenda items.
- Resolution to delegate emergency authority to superintendent for construction repair contracts
- Waiver of Texas Education Code Chapter 44 procurement requirements
- Repairs for unforeseen damage at Hirschi High School and Denver Alternative Facility
Board Meeting
The Wichita Falls ISD Board is meeting to consider several routine items, including approving minutes, a Region 9 Education Service Center contract, and an applicant pool. The board will also discuss and take action on moving the August board meeting date and will vote on WFISD Police Department policies for electronic control devices (stun guns) and rifles. A closed session is scheduled for personnel matters and security deployment.
- Region 9 Education Service Center contract for 2023-2024
- Action on WFISD PD Electronic Control Device Policy/Procedure
- Action on WFISD PD Rifle Policy/Procedure
- Move August board meeting from Aug 21 to Aug 22 at 6:00 pm
- Closed session on personnel and security deployment
Public Meeting
The Wichita Falls Independent School District board is holding a public meeting with items including approval of minutes, committee changes, discussion of proposed by-laws and positions, fencing/gates, and a COPS grant update. The closed session covers coordination with fire department and WFISD PD, emergency operations plan, audits, check-in policy, and student access issues.
- Approval of minutes from January 10, 2023 meeting
- Discussion of proposed by-laws, forms, and committee positions (Chair, Co-Chair, Secretary)
- Fencing/Gates discussion
- Current COPS Grant update
- State audit failures from April 24, 2023
Public Hearing
The Wichita Falls ISD Board is holding a public hearing to discuss the proposed budget and proposed tax rate for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. Public comments will be accepted. The agenda includes attachments such as the resolution adopting the budget and the official budget document.
- Public hearing on proposed budget and tax rate for 2023-2024
- Resolution adopting budget for 2023-2024
- 23-24 official budget document
- Notice of public meeting to discuss budget and proposed tax rate
Board Meeting
The Wichita Falls ISD Board will hold a regular meeting with presentations, public comment, and a consent agenda. Key actions include adopting the 2023-2024 budget for the General, Food Service, and Debt Service Funds, and discussing a middle school ad-hoc committee recommendation. The board will also enter closed session for personnel matters.
- Adoption of 2023-2024 budget for General, Food Service, and Debt Service Funds
- Budget amendments
- Employer healthcare contribution and 2023-24 TRS ActiveCare rates
- Middle School Ad-Hoc Committee Recommendation Discussion - Part II
- Closed session for personnel matters under Texas Gov't Code 551.074
Special Session
The Wichita Falls ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special session to discuss and potentially act on a range of operational and financial items, including construction updates for two high schools, financial reports, and several contracts. The board will also consider a lunch price increase for the 2023-2024 school year, district bussing hubs, and a committee for three-tier school start times. Public comment is limited to agenda items.
- Construction update for WF Legacy High School and WF Memorial High School
- Financial reports as of April 30, 2023
- Lunch price increase for 2023-2024 school year
- RFP 2324-05-S-28 Grounds Maintenance
- RFP 2324-03-C-24 Special Ed Staffing Services
Special Session
The Wichita Falls ISD board is holding a special session to discuss construction updates for two high schools, campus progress reports, end-of-year assessment data, and findings from a districtwide intruder detection audit. The board will also consider financial reports, budget amendments, and several contracts, including custodial services and a software agreement. A closed session is scheduled for personnel, security, and real estate matters.
- Construction update for WF Legacy High School and WF Memorial High School
- Discussion of districtwide intruder detection audit report findings
- Financial reports as of March 31, 2023
- Budget amendments
- RFP 2324-02-S-29 Custodial Services
Board Meeting
The Wichita Falls ISD Board will hold a regular meeting with presentations, public comment, and a consent agenda. Key items include approving a Chromebook purchase for elementary refresh, a Skyward Finance license agreement, and substitute incentive pay. The board will also discuss transfer requests and hold a closed session on security and legal matters related to a proposed teacher nonrenewal.
- Chromebook Purchase (Elementary Refresh) with Delcom quote
- Skyward Finance Annual License Agreement (2023-2024)
- Substitute Incentive Pay
- Update on Transfer Requests
- Closed session on security personnel/devices and legal consultation on teacher nonrenewal
Board Meeting
The Wichita Falls ISD Board will hold a regular meeting with presentations, public comment, and a consent agenda. The main business includes closed-session discussions on personnel, grievances, and legal matters, followed by open-session votes on contract renewals/nonrenewals, grievance appeals, bond expenditures, new high school mascots/colors, and filling a board vacancy.
- Consideration of renewal/nonrenewal/termination of employee contracts for 2022-2023
- Level Three grievance appeals of Jennifer Bronaugh and Rachel Sewell
- Action on bond issuance and bond expenditures
- Action on new high schools' mascots and school colors
- Appointment of board member to fill vacancy
Special Session
The Wichita Falls ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special session to receive updates on construction at WF Legacy and WF Memorial High Schools, review the district budget and financial reports, and consider personnel matters. The board will also discuss renewing one-year term or probationary contracts for administrators, teachers, and professionals, with a closed session for personnel deliberations.
- Construction update for WF Legacy High School and WF Memorial High School
- Budget update and financial reports as of January 31, 2023
- Budget amendments (attachment: 02-2023 BOT)
- Personnel report and applicant pool
- Consideration of contract renewals for certified/non-certified administrators, teachers, and professionals
TAPR Public Hearing
The Wichita Falls ISD Board is holding a public hearing to present the Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR) for the 2021-22 school year. The agenda includes a call to order, a presentation of the TAPR with two attachments, and a period for public comments on the report. The meeting concludes with adjournment.
- Presentation of the 2021-22 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR)
- Public comments on the TAPR report
- Two attachments: TAPR Info Sheet and TAPR 2021_22_annual_report_public_hearing_WFISD
Board Meeting
The Wichita Falls ISD Board will meet to consider accepting a board member's resignation and possible candidates to fill the vacancy, as well as the superintendent's annual evaluation, contract, and compensation. The agenda also includes routine items such as consent agenda approval, a bus purchase, and a software purchase.
- Consider and take possible action to accept resignation of board member
- Consider and discuss possible candidates to fill board vacancy (closed session)
- Superintendent's annual evaluation, contract, and compensation (closed and open session)
- RFP 23-10: Purchase of 8 buses
- Active Internet Technologies (Finalsite) purchase
Special Session
The Wichita Falls ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special session to discuss and potentially act on several items, including construction updates for two high schools, a grant for rifle-resistant body armor, and mid-year progress reports. The board will also consider financial reports, budget amendments, a bus purchase, and a contract for internet services. In closed session, they will discuss personnel matters and contract renewals for administrators.
- RFP 23-10: Purchase of 8 buses
- Active Internet Technologies (Finalsite) purchase
- Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant resolution
- Budget amendments for January 2023
- Renewal of one-year contracts for certified administrators and non-certified professionals
Board Meeting
The Wichita Falls ISD Board will meet to hear reports on an intruder detection audit and proposed three-tier start/end times for the 2023-24 school year, and to consider action on several consent agenda items including technology contracts, HVAC controls, and adoption of the 2023-24 school calendar. The board will also discuss personnel, security, and real property matters in closed session.
- Intruder Detection Audit Report Findings
- 3 Tier Start/End Times for the 23-24 School Year
- RFP 23-11 Managed WAN Solutions and Equipment, Category 1
- RFP 23-12 Internal Connections Equipment, Category 2
- Adoption of the WFISD 2023-2024 School Calendar
Special Session
The Wichita Falls ISD board is meeting in special session to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a presentation on Engage2Learn, construction updates for two high schools, financial reports, budget amendments, and technology-related contracts. The board will also consider adopting the 2023-2024 school calendar, a three-tier start/end time schedule, and a superintendent evaluation instrument, followed by a closed session for personnel and real property matters.
- Construction update for WF Legacy High School and WF Memorial High School
- RFP 23-11 Managed WAN Solutions and Equipment, Category 1
- RFP 23-12 Internal Connections Equipment, Category 2
- Adoption of the WFISD 2023-2024 School Calendar
- 3 Tier Start/End Times for the 23-24 School Year
Work Session
This is a routine work session agenda with only call to order, invocation, public comment, closed session, and adjournment. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural boilerplate.