Fredericksburg ISD public meetings in 2025

Regular Board Meeting

The Fredericksburg ISD Board will consider presentations from superintendent search firms and discuss the superintendent's resignation. The board will also review financial statements and potential purchases for a cellular booster project.

• Presentations from superintendent search firms
• Designation of non-business days for the 2026 calendar year
• Purchase of a cellular booster solution project
• General Fund budget amendments
• Closed session discussion of intruder detection and safety security audits

The Board approved the Superintendent's resignation and a Chapter 21 employee contract. Other actions included approving the 2026 calendar's non-business days and the purchase of a cellular booster project.

• Approved consent agenda including previous meeting minutes and fund statements (6-0)
• Approved 10 designated non-business days for the 2026 calendar (6-0)
• Approved purchase of Cellular Booster Solution Project (6-0)
• Approved Chapter 21 Employee Contract (6-0)
• Approved Superintendent's resignation (6-0)

Special Board Meeting

The Fredericksburg ISD Board will hold a special meeting to discuss new business, including action and discussion items, and convene in closed session to consider the superintendent transition, hiring process, interim leadership, and legal consultation. The board will reconvene in open session to act on closed session items before adjournment.

• Closed session to discuss superintendent transition, hiring process, and interim leadership under Texas Government Code Sections 551.074 and 551.071
• Presenter: Mr. Matt Seidenberger

The Board appointed Dr. Ann Dixon as Interim Superintendent effective January 1, 2026. This appointment is contingent upon the successful negotiation of an agreement between Dr. Dixon and the district.

• Named Dr. Ann Dixon Interim Superintendent effective January 1, 2026 (7-0)
• Authorized Board President and legal counsel to negotiate agreement with Dr. Dixon (7-0)

Regular Board Meeting

The Fredericksburg ISD board will meet on November 19, 2025, to discuss and possibly approve routine items such as minutes, financial reports, and policy updates. The board will also review campus improvement plans, tax rolls, and interlocal agreements with local agencies.

• Minutes of October 15, 2025, Regular Board Meeting
• General Fund Budget Amendments
• Campus Improvement Plans for 2025-26
• FISD Tax Rolls for 2025-26
• Interlocal Agreement with Gillespie County Sheriff’s Office

The Board approved the 2025-2026 Campus Improvement Plans, the district tax rolls, and an interlocal agreement for school resource officers. Additionally, the Board delegated authority to the Superintendent to terminate and assert claims against a district design professional.

• Approved consent agenda items, including October 15 minutes and budget amendments (7-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 Campus Improvement Plans (7-0)
• Approved FISD Tax Rolls (7-0)
• Approved Gillespie Central Appraisal District Board of Directors Ballot for 2025-2026 (7-0)
• Approved Blanco County Appraisal District Board of Directors Ballot for 2025-2026 (7-0)
• Approved School Resource Officer Interlocal Agreement with Gillespie County Sheriff's Office (7-0)
• Approved delegation of authority to Superintendent to terminate and assert claims against district design professional (7-0)

Regular Board Meeting

The Fredericksburg ISD Board of Trustees will meet on October 15, 2025, to discuss and possibly act on several items, including a proposed amendment to the District of Innovation plan and the District Improvement Plan. The board will also hear financial reports and recognize student and staff achievements.

• Amendment to the District of Innovation (DOI) plan
• District Improvement Plan for 2025-2026
• Financial reports for General Fund, School Nutrition Fund, Debt Service Fund, and 2022 Bond Fund
• Public hearing on Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas Public Report
• Recognition of FISD Student and Staff Attendance Awards, College Board, and National Merit achievements

The Board approved the 2025-2026 District Improvement Plan and an amendment to the District of Innovation plan. Members also approved the consent agenda and appointed members to the School Library Advisory Council.

• Approved consent agenda items, including September 8 minutes and fund statements (7-0)
• Approved amendment to the District Innovation Plan to include Chapter 26A of SB12 (7-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 District Improvement Plan (7-0)
• Approved School Library Advisory Council (SLAC) members (7-0)

Regular Board Meeting

The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the district's strategic plan and consider several financial actions. Key items include the adoption of the tax rate and the redemption of outstanding obligations.

• Adoption of the tax rate
• Resolution for the defeasance and redemption of outstanding obligations
• 2025 Gillespie Central Appraisal District Budgets
• General Fund budget amendments
• Appointment of School Library Advisory Council members

The Board of Trustees approved the 2025 tax rate and the 2026 Gillespie Central Appraisal District budgets. Other actions included approving a resolution for the redemption of outstanding obligations and a staff development minutes waiver.

• Approved 2025 total tax rate of $0.7731 (M&O $0.6669 and I&S $0.1062) (7-0)
• Approved 2026 Gillespie Central Appraisal District budgets (7-0)
• Approved resolution for the defeasance and redemption of certain outstanding obligations (7-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 Staff Development Minutes Waiver (7-0)
• Approved outside employment by administrators (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including August 11, 2025 minutes and various fund statements (7-0)

Regular Board Meeting

The Board will discuss and possibly take action on the 2025-2026 Student Code of Conduct and several interlocal agreements with the City of Fredericksburg. Other agenda items include financial reports, investment policies, and the establishment of a local school library advisory council.

• Student Code of Conduct for 2025-2026
• Interlocal agreements with the City of Fredericksburg regarding School Resource Officers and juvenile truancy
• Resolution establishing a Local School Library Advisory Council
• Interlocal agreement with the TX Virtual School Network
• Resolution approving investment policy, strategies, and broker/dealers

The Board approved the Student Code of Conduct for the 2025-26 school year and established a Local School Library Advisory Council. Agreements were approved for school resource officers, juvenile truancy matters, and the TX Virtual School Network. The Board also appointed four members to the School Health Advisory Council.

• Approved Consent Agenda including budget amendments and financial statements (5-0)
• Approved all 2025-2026 FISD Education Foundation donations (5-0)
• Approved donation for PSAT Testing (5-0)
• Approved resolution for investment policy, strategies, and brokers (5-0)
• Approved Audit Engagement Letter (5-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 4-H Resolution/Adjunct Faculty (5-0)
• Approved T-TESS Goal Setting and Evaluation Calendar and Appraisers (5-0)
• Approved Student Code of Conduct for 25-26 school year (5-0)

Special Board Meeting

The Board will meet for a special session to discuss personnel matters. The primary focus is the hiring of a new principal for Fredericksburg Primary School.

• Discussion of hiring the new Fredericksburg Primary School Principal

The Board met in closed session to discuss the hiring of the new Fredericksburg Primary School Principal. Following the session, the Board voted to approve the recommended Chapter 21 Contract.

• Approved Chapter 21 Contract for new Fredericksburg Primary School Principal (5-0-2)

Special Board Meeting

The Fredericksburg Independent School District board will hold a special meeting that includes a closed session under Texas law for a private consultation with their attorney. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda beyond procedural items and the closed session.

The board convened for a special meeting that included a closed session for legislative training with the board's attorney. No substantive actions or decisions were recorded in the open session.

• Adjourned meeting at 3:35 p.m. (5-0-2)

Special Board Meeting

The Fredericksburg ISD Board will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a low attendance waiver and the FNCE (LOCAL) policy regarding personal communication and electronic devices. The meeting also includes a training session and a closed session regarding superintendent and board duties.

• Discussion and possible action on Low Attendance Waiver
• Discussion and possible action on Personal Communication Devices/Electronic Devices FNCE (LOCAL) Policy
• Team of Eight Training presented by Joe Rodriguez, Ed.D.
• Closed session under Section 551.074 regarding Superintendent and Board Duties and Responsibilities

The Board approved a policy regarding personal communication and electronic devices. Additionally, the Board voted to approve a low attendance waiver.

• Approved Low Attendance Waiver (7-0)
• Approved Personal Communication Devices/Electronic Devices FNCE (LOCAL) Policy (7-0)

Special Board Meeting

The Fredericksburg ISD Board will hold a special meeting to discuss the Fredericksburg High School Masterplan and convene a closed session under Texas law to address student issues. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of the Fredericksburg High School Masterplan (presented by VLK Architects)
• Closed session under Texas Government Code Chapter 551 to discuss student issues (presented by Mrs. Lori Maxcey)

The Board held a discussion regarding the Fredericksburg High School Masterplan presented by VLK Architects. The meeting included a closed session to discuss a student issue. No substantive actions were recorded other than the adjournment of the meeting.

• Adjourned meeting at 1:46 p.m. (6-0)

Regular Board Meeting

The Fredericksburg ISD board will meet on July 14, 2025, to discuss and possibly act on several items, including leasing district-owned property, renewing trash services, and purchasing technology and Chromebooks. The board will also review financial statements and consider updates to policies and professional development plans.

• Lease district-owned property to Innovative Network of Knowledge (INK)
• Renew trash pickup and disposal services with Republic Services
• Purchase 400 Lenovo Chromebooks for $XX,XXX
• Delegate authority to hire Director of Transportation
• Review General Fund and School Nutrition Fund financial statements

The Board approved a property lease to the Innovative Network of Knowledge and contracted TX2 Security for the 2025-2026 school year. Other actions included purchasing 400 Chromebooks and approving the district's professional development plan.

• Approved lease of district-owned property to Innovative Network of Knowledge (INK) (6-0)
• Approved TX2 Security as the district security guard company for 2025-2026 (6-0)
• Approved purchase of 400 Lenovo Chromebooks through Premier Wireless (6-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 FISD Professional Development Plan (6-0)
• Approved purchase of Weaver Technology Services for Network and System Administrator positions (6-0)
• Approved one-year renewal for trash pickup and disposal services (6-0)
• Delegated authority to Superintendent for purchase of attendance credit (4-2)
• Approved MOU for medical consultation services (6-0)

Regular Board Meeting

The Board will conduct a public hearing on the 2025-2026 budget and tax rate. Members will also consider the 2025-2026 compensation plan and the commitment of the General Fund balance.

• 2025-2026 Budget and Tax Rate Hearing
• Discussion and possible action on the 2025-2026 Compensation Plan
• Renewal of trash pickup and disposal services
• Purchase and installation of playground surfacing for Fredericksburg Elementary and Primary School
• Discussion of FISD cell phone policy and new legislation

The Board approved the 2025-2026 budget, the General Fund balance commitment, and a new compensation plan including specific pay increases. The Board also reorganized its leadership and approved a property lease for Systems Go.

• Approved 2025-2026 Budget (7-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 Pay Plans, including 3% midpoint increase for Clerical Technical and Auxiliary staff and $12/day increase for Administrative Professionals (7-0)
• Reorganized Board: Matt Seidenberger (President), Keri Hensley (Vice-President), Taylor Ward (Secretary) (7-0)
• Approved lease of district-owned property to Systems Go (7-0)
• Approved Non-Chapter 21 employee contract for Director of Transportation for 2025-2026 (7-0)
• Approved purchase and installation of playground surfacing for Fredericksburg Elementary and Primary School (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including previous meeting minutes and fund statements (7-0)
• Tabled renewal of Trash Pickup and Disposal Services (7-0)

Special Board Meeting

The Fredericksburg ISD Board will hold a special meeting to review and discuss Level III grievance items, followed by a closed session under Texas law to address the grievance. The board will reconvene in open session to take public comments and consider action on the closed session item before adjourning.

• Presentation of Level III Grievance Items by Mrs. Sheryl Jacks
• Closed session discussion of Level III Grievance under Tex. Gov’t Code § 551.071 by Mr. Mark Cornett
• Public comments period
• Consideration of action on closed session item

The Board met in a special session to review a Level III Grievance. Following a closed session discussion, the Board voted to deny the grievance.

• Denied Level III Grievance (5-0-1 with 2 absent)

Special Board Meeting

The Fredericksburg ISD Board will hold a special meeting to administer the oath of office to a new school board trustee and take action on instructional materials costing over $50,000. The board will also discuss a legal services retainer and review the 2025-2026 budget. A closed session is scheduled under Texas law before reconvening to consider action on closed session items.

• Administer oath of office to new School Board Trustee
• Vote on Instructional Materials over $50,000 (Stemscopes Math K-5)
• Discuss Legal Services Retainer with Walsh Gallegos Kyle Robinson & Roalson P.C.
• Review 2025-2026 Budget
• Convene in Closed Session under Texas Government Code, Chapter 551

The Board approved the purchase of instructional materials and a legal services retainer agreement with Walsh Gallegos Kyle Robinson & Roalson P.C. The Board also discussed the 2025-2026 budget.

• Approved purchase of instructional materials (5-0)
• Approved legal services retainer with Walsh Gallegos Kyle Robinson & Roalson P.C. (5-0)

Special Board Meeting

The Fredericksburg ISD Board will meet to discuss and potentially take action on purchasing technology equipment. The meeting also includes a budget workshop.

• Discussion and possible action on the purchase of technology equipment
• Budget workshop

The Board approved a motion to purchase technology equipment not to exceed $200,000. The meeting also included a budget workshop and a closed session.

• Approved purchase of technology equipment not to exceed $200,000 (6-0)

Regular Board Meeting

The Fredericksburg ISD Board will discuss several operational purchases and policy changes. The meeting includes potential action on legal representation for multi-district litigation regarding youth social media usage. The board will also review financial statements and budget amendments.

• Interlocal Agreement with the City of Fredericksburg for a Dark Fiber Lease
• Contingent Fee Legal Services Agreement with Eiland & Bonnin, PC and O’Hanlon, Demerath & Castillo, PC
• Purchase of weight room equipment for the New Middle School
• Replacement of the auditorium chiller
• Proposal for Navigate 360 Safety and Wellbeing Curriculum

The Board approved a contingent fee legal services agreement with Eiland & Bonnin, PC and O’Hanlon, Demerath & Castillo, PC for youth social media litigation. Other actions included approving a dark fiber lease with the City of Fredericksburg and purchasing equipment for the new middle school and FHS incubator program.

• Approved Consent Agenda items, including April 14 minutes and budget amendments (7-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Innovative Network of Knowledge (INK) (7-0)
• Approved furniture procurement for FHS Incubator Program (7-0)
• Approved replacement of Auditorium Chiller (7-0)
• Approved weight room equipment for the New Middle School (8-0)
• Approved Navigate 360 Safety and Wellbeing Curriculum (7-0)
• Approved changes to Policy EIC (Local) and Policy FM (Local) (7-0 each)
• Approved dark fiber lease agreement with the City of Fredericksburg (7-0)

Regular Board Meeting

The Fredericksburg ISD Board will meet on April 14, 2025, to discuss and possibly act on several policy changes, instructional materials, and safety equipment purchases. The board will also review routine financial reports and employee contracts in closed session.

• Proposed addition of FFC (Local) Policy
• Purchase of a silent panic alarm system
• Certification of provisional instructional materials for 2025-26
• Purchase of teacher laptops for FPS and FMS
• Granting the superintendent temporary hiring authority on non-administrative contracts

The Board approved the purchase of a Centegix silent panic alarm system and new instructional materials for the 2025-2026 school year. Members also granted the Superintendent temporary hiring authority for non-administrative contracts through August 2025. A proposal for the Navigate 360 Safety and Wellbeing Curriculum was tabled for one month.

• Approved Consent Agenda items including March 10 minutes and fund statements (7-0)
• Approved addition of FFC (Local) Policy (7-0)
• Ratified Certification of Provision of Instructional Materials for 2025-2026 (7-0)
• Approved new instructional materials for 2025-2026 school year (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Centegix silent panic alarm system (7-0)
• Tabled Navigate 360 Safety and Wellbeing Curriculum for one month (6-1)
• Approved purchase of technology equipment (7-0)
• Granted Superintendent hiring authority for non-administrative contracts through August 2025 (7-0)

Regular Board Meeting

The Fredericksburg ISD Board will meet to discuss and possibly act on certifying unopposed candidates for the May 3, 2025 school board trustee election and ordering the cancellation of that election. The board will also review routine financial reports and consider resolutions related to property and reimbursements for school improvements.

• Certify unopposed candidates for May 3, 2025 school board trustee election
• Order cancellation of the May 3, 2025 school board trustee election
• Review General Fund and School Nutrition Fund financial statements
• Consider resolution to demolish improvements and delegate authority to superintendent
• Discuss HVAC replacement proposal for high school

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Regular Board Meeting

The Fredericksburg ISD Board will hold a regular meeting to review academic performance reports and financial statements. The board will consider several action items, including technology purchases for a new middle school and a master plan agreement with VLK Architects.

• Purchase of Clevertouch displays for the new middle school
• Interlocal agreement with City of Fredericksburg Municipal Court for juvenile truancy
• Agreement with VLK Architects for a master plan
• Resolution regarding wage payments during emergency school closings
• Ordering of the May 3, 2025, General School Board Election

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Special Board Meeting

The Fredericksburg ISD Board will hold a special meeting to discuss two closed-session items under Texas law: an update on the district’s Emergency Operations Plan and an appraisal of the superintendent’s contract. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; the board will reconvene in open session after closed discussion.

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Regular Board Meeting

The Fredericksburg ISD Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and potentially approve the upcoming school year calendar and various facility contracts. The board will also review financial statements and a resolution regarding wage payments during emergency closures.

• Possible action on the 2025-2026 School Calendar
• Possible action on RFQ for security cameras at the New Middle School
• Possible action on a resolution regarding wage payments during emergency school closing
• Possible action on a mechanical engineer proposal
• Possible action on the FISD Emergency Operations Plan

The Board approved the 2025-2026 school calendar (option 1) and a contract for security cameras at the new middle school. Other actions included approving emergency wage payments and mechanical engineering services.

• Approved 2025-2026 school calendar option 1 (7-0)
• Approved Weaver Technology RFQ for security cameras at the new middle school (7-0)
• Approved resolution for emergency wage payments during school closings (7-0)
• Approved procurement of KCA Mechanical Engineer services (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Dec 9, 2024 minutes and fund statements (7-0)