LaPoynor ISD public meetings in 2024

Regular Meeting

The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and potentially take action on construction bids, a superintendent evaluation, and an elementary school hire. The meeting also includes reports on enrollment and a FIRST rating.

• Bids for the construction project
• Final draft of the Superintendent evaluation
• Hire of an employee at the elementary school
• Approval of monthly financial statements and check payments
• Executive session regarding real property, security devices, and personnel matters

The Board approved a construction project bid and the final draft of the Superintendent evaluation. Additionally, the Board approved the hire of an employee for the elementary school and passed the consent agenda.

• Approved MJ Construction's bid for the construction project (6-0)
• Approved final draft of the Superintendent evaluation (6-0)
• Approved hire of A. Jones at the elementary school (6-0)
• Approved November meeting minutes, monthly financial statement, and monthly check payments (6-0)

Regular Meeting

The Board of Trustees will certify the November 5, 2024, election results and reorganize the board. Members will also discuss the disposal of old buses, naming the basketball court, and personnel resignations.

• Canvassing of November 5, 2024 School Board Election votes
• Action on the disposal of old buses
• Action on naming the basketball court
• Casting 62 votes for Henderson County Appraisal District Board of Directors
• Action on the disbursement of Wells Fargo Sweep Account

The Board of Trustees elected new officers and updated bank signature cards. The board also approved the disposal of old buses, a personnel resignation, and the naming of the basketball court.

• Elected Jacob Haynes (President), Patrick DeBusk (Vice President), Bryan Forester (Secretary), and John Kinabrew (Assistant Secretary) (7-0)
• Updated Austin Bank signature cards for five accounts (7-0)
• Approved October meeting minutes, monthly financial statement, and monthly check payments (7-0)
• Approved disposal of old buses (7-0)
• Approved naming the basketball court as Bill Ingram Court (7-0)
• Cast 62 votes for Danny Davis for the Henderson County Appraisal District Board of Directors (7-0)
• Approved disbursement of Wells Fargo Sweep Account (7-0)
• Approved resignation of L. Maness (7-0)

Regular Meeting

The LaPoynor ISD Board of Trustees will meet on October 10, 2024, to discuss routine approvals, financial reports, and several action items including a $500,000 investment due later this month and a decision on adopting the "Choosing the Best" health curriculum at the secondary campus.

• Approval of August meeting minutes and monthly financial statements
• Vote on $500,000 investment due October 25 and 29
• Consideration of "Choosing the Best" health curriculum for secondary students
• Possible action on field house project purchasing method
• Nomination of candidates for Henderson County Appraisal District Board of Directors

The Board of Trustees approved the 'Cost Plus' purchasing method for the field house project and hired Keith Bristow as a construction consultant. Other actions included approving financial reports and adopting a new health curriculum for the secondary campus.

• Approved August meeting minutes, monthly financial statement, and monthly check payments (6-0)
• Approved Investment Report for August 31, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved investing $500,000 in a 6 month CD (6-0)
• Approved nomination of candidates for the Henderson County Appraisal District Board of Directors (6-0)
• Approved 'Choosing the Best' curriculum at the secondary campus (6-0)
• Approved amendment to District of Innovation Plan regarding School Health Advisory Council meeting frequency (6-0)
• Approved 'Cost Plus' purchasing methodology for field house project and engagement of Keith Bristow as consultant (5-1)

Regular Meeting Cancelled

The LaPoynor Independent School District Board of Trustees cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for September 5, 2024, at 6:00 PM. No substantive decisions, discussions, or votes were held.

Regular Meeting

The LaPoynor ISD Board of Trustees will meet on August 21, 2024, to deliberate and potentially vote on the operating, interest & sinking, and child nutrition budgets for the 2024-2025 school year. They will also consider tax rates and policy updates, including first aid procedures and police department policies.

• Vote on 2024-2025 Operating Budget
• Vote on 2024-2025 Interest & Sinking Budget
• Set M&O tax rate at $0.6669 per $100 value and I&S tax rate at $0.157298 per $100 value
• Approve final 2023-2024 budget amendment
• Review and vote on Child Nutrition Program breakfast and lunch prices for 2024-2025

The Board approved the Operating, Interest & Sinking, and Child Nutrition budgets for the 2024-2025 school year. The board also set the M&O and I&S tax rates and approved several district policies. The Superintendent Annual Evaluation Form was tabled.

• Approved 2024-2025 Operating Budget (7-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 Interest & Sinking Budget (7-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 Child Nutrition Budget (7-0)
• Approved M&O Tax Rate of $0.6669 per $100 value (7-0)
• Approved I&S Tax Rate of $0.157298 per $100 value (7-0)
• Approved final budget amendment for 2023-2024 (7-0)
• Approved TASB Risk Management Insurance Quote (7-0)
• Tabled Superintendent Annual Evaluation Form (7-0)

Regular Meeting

The Board of Trustees will discuss and potentially take action on the 2024-2025 Student Code of Conduct and the date for a public hearing on the tax rate and budget. The meeting also includes reviews of financial statements and personnel contracts.

• Student Code of Conduct for 2024-2025
• Setting a date for the Public Hearing on Tax Rate and Budget for 2024-2025
• State approved innovative courses for state elective credit
• Approval of 11 month employee contracts and new contracts
• Required training for staff

The Board approved the 2024-2025 Student Code of Conduct and several personnel actions. A public hearing for the 2024-2025 tax rate and budget was scheduled for August 15. The board also approved staff training and innovative course lists.

• Scheduled Public Hearing on Tax Rate and Budget for August 15 at 5:45 pm
• Approved Student Code of Conduct for 2024-2025
• Approved list of state approved innovative courses for elective credit
• Approved list of required training for staff
• Approved appraisers for 2024-2025 appraisal calendar
• Approved resignation of D. Stewart
• Approved new contracts for C. Burroughs, M. Little, and A. Kirkpatrick
• Approved June meeting minutes, monthly financial statement, and monthly check payments

Regular Meeting

The Board approved new salary scales for administration, teachers, paraprofessionals, and bus drivers. Other actions included approving an election agreement with Henderson County, budget amendments, and the 2024-2025 non-business day calendar.

• Approved new salary scales for administration, teachers, paraprofessionals, and bus drivers (5-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Henderson County for Nov 5, 2024 School Board Election (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment for functions 34, 81, 93, and 99 (5-0)
• Approved designated non-business days for 2024-2025 school year (5-0)
• Approved TASB Policy Update 123 (5-0)
• Authorized Superintendent to extend new hire contracts through August 2024 (5-0)
• Certified curriculum provides instructional materials covering all TEKS elements (5-0)
• Approved new hires C. Jost, J. Baker, J. Sanchez, A. Bristow, H. Castor, M. Becker, and A. Perry (5-0)

Regular Meeting

The Board approved the 2024-2025 school dress code, a tax collection contract with Henderson County, and a floor cleaning contract. The Board also authorized the purchase of 14 smart boards for the elementary campus and approved several personnel contracts and resignations.

• Approved 2024-2025 School Dress Code (7-0)
• Approved intent to apply for state and federal grants (7-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 Tax Collection Contract with Henderson County Tax Office (7-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Harris County Department of Education Purchasing Co-Op (7-0)
• Approved $27,250 summer floor cleaning contract with TNT (7-0)
• Approved purchase of 14 smart boards for elementary campus using federal funds (7-0)
• Tabled purchase and trade-in of police department vehicle (7-0)
• Approved new hire contracts for L. Stephens and N. Thompson (7-0)

Regular Meeting

The Board approved the purchase of a 2025 Freightliner bus and a generator for cafeteria refrigeration. They also authorized a budget increase for CCMR Outcome Bonuses and an interlocal agreement with Henderson County Precinct 4. Personnel actions included approving several professional contracts and accepting three resignations.

• Approved purchase of 2025 Freightliner 72 passenger bus (5-0)
• Approved purchase of generator for cafeteria freezer and refrigerator (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment to increase CCMR Outcome Bonus allotment to $13,000 (5-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Henderson County Precinct 4 through June 2025 (5-0)
• Approved special compensation for all active employees (5-0)
• Approved non-renewal of Pam Bailey's term contract and termination of Kaitlyn Knabel's probationary contract (5-0)
• Approved professional contract for Teallie Tatum (5-0)
• Accepted resignations from Mary Scott, Laura Harris, and Tammy Eggen (5-0)

Regular Meeting

The Board approved a grant for energy-efficient lighting in the elementary school and cafeteria. Other actions included approving financial statements, personnel changes, and the designation of the Superintendent to a regional committee.

• Approved $94,564 State Energy Conservation Office (SECO) Grant for LED lighting retrofits (5-0)
• Designated Superintendent to the Region 7 Regional Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Approved February meeting minutes, monthly financial statement, and monthly check payments (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of Hayley Simmons (5-0)
• Approved new employees with 10 month contracts (5-0)

Regular Meeting

The Board approved the 2024-2025 school calendar and the purchase of 52 automatic-locking classroom door handles. Other actions included approving administrative contracts, a memorandum of understanding with Murchison ISD, and an interlocal agreement with Henderson County services.

• Approved 2024-2025 school calendar (6-0)
• Approved purchase and installation of 52 automatic-locking classroom door handles (6-0)
• Approved administrative contracts for H. Franklin, B. Baker, K. Hargett, J. Miller, C. Carnes, P. Shultz, D. Jeffus, and J. Reid (6-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Murchison ISD (6-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Henderson County Child Abuse Investigative Service and Law Investigative Service (6-0)
• Approved Racial Profiling Report from LaPoynor ISD Police Department (6-0)
• Accepted resignations of Tonya Wenzel and retiree Stephanie Sullivan effective end of school year (6-0)
• Approved January meeting minutes, monthly financial statement, and monthly check payments (6-0)

Regular Meeting

The Board approved the superintendent's contract, an annual audit report, and the acceptance of a 3.684-acre real property donation. The board also authorized the purchase of a food trailer and approved the Texas Academic Performance Report.

• Approved December meeting minutes, monthly financial statement, and monthly check payments (6-0)
• Approved Annual Audit Report from Whitley Penn (6-0)
• Approved Investment Report (6-0)
• Approved Texas Academic Performance Report (6-0)
• Approved purchase of food trailer from Concession Pro's for not more than $30,000 (6-0)
• Accepted donation of 3.684 acres of Real Property (6-0)
• Approved resignation of a certified teacher (6-0)
• Approved Superintendent contract (6-0)