Region 16 Education Service Center, TX

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Fri Aug 28, 2026 · 12:30PM

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Region 16 ESC to review 2026-2027 budget and insurance renewals

The Board of Directors will consider the official 2026-2027 budget and several insurance program renewals. Other items include approving Head Start program objectives and updating the regional strategic plan.

Approval of 2026-2027 official budget
Renewal of TASB Auto, Liability, Property and Casualty Insurance for $234,451
Worker's Compensation Insurance with a $29,423 fixed cost
Approval of Head Start/Early Head Start program objectives
Proposal to increase local procurement thresholds to $99,999

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Region 16 Education Service Center Board Room 5800 Bell Street Amarillo, TX 79109

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August 28, 2026 at 12:30 PM - Regular Agenda Agenda 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. RECORD OF ATTENDANCE (Information) 3. ADMINISTER OATH OF OFFICE TO PLACE 4 AND PLACE 5 ON ESC BOARD OF DIRECTORS (Information) Description: Mr. Justin T. Smith, Place 4, and Mrs. Kathleen Morris, Place 5, ESC Board of Directors members, will be administered the oath of office by Mr. David Schaeffer, Chairman. 4. REVIEW AND CONSIDER APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Action) Description: A copy of the minutes of the June 26, 2026, regular meeting is included in this agenda. 5. REGION 16 ESC PROGRAMS AND SERVICES REPORT (Information) Description: Highlights of Region 16 ESC programs and service areas will be reviewed. The Head Start/ Early Head Start Board Orientation and required Eligibility Training are also included in the report. 6. REVIEW AND CONSIDER APPROVAL OF 2025-2026 HEAD START/EARLY HEAD START COMPREHENSIVE NEEDS ASSESSMENT AND PROGRAM IMPROVEMENT PLAN; AND 2026-2027 LONG- AND SHORT-RANGE OBJECTIVES (Action) 6.A. 2025-2026 Head Start/Early Head Start Comprehensive Needs Assessment and Program Improvement Plan (Act …

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Fri Jun 26, 2026 · 12:30PM

Regular

Region 16 ESC board to reorganize and approve Head Start funding increases

The Region 16 Education Service Center board will reorganize by electing officers and swear in two new directors. Members will vote on Head Start/Early Head Start funding increases, a performance-based compensation plan, and policy approvals. Financial reports, vendor contracts, and a $650,000 data strategy project are also on the agenda.

Administer oath of office to Justin T. Smith (Place 4) and Kathleen Morris (Place 5)
Approve Head Start/Early Head Start funding increase/COLA supplement for 2026-2027
Approve performance-based compensation plan for Head Start/Early Head Start employees
Vote on reorganization of board: elect Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
Consider approval of up to $650,000 for Data Strategy Project

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Region 16 Education Service Center Board Room 5800 Bell Street Amarillo, TX 79109

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June 26, 2026 at 12:30 PM - Regular Agenda Agenda 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. RECORD OF ATTENDANCE (Information) 3. ADMINISTER OATH OF OFFICE TO PLACE 4 AND PLACE 5 ON ESC BOARD OF DIRECTORS (Information) Description: Mr. Justin T. Smith, Place 4, and Mrs. Kathleen Morris, Place 5, ESC Board of Directors members, will be administered the oath of office by Mr. David Schaeffer, Chairman. 4. REORGANIZATION OF BOARD - ELECTION OF OFFICERS (Action) Description: Board Policy BDA(LOCAL) stipulates that at the first meeting following the canvassing of the election, the Board of Directors will reorganize. A Chairperson, a vice-chairperson, and a secretary shall be elected by a majority vote of the members present and voting. Place Name/Residence Present Term Expires 1 Mr. Tim Gilliland, Canyon 2027 2 Mr. David Schaeffer, Dimmitt 2027 3 Mr. Larry Appel, Dumas 2028 4 Mr. Justin T. Smith, Miami 2029 5 Mrs. Kathleen Morris, Amarillo 2029 6 Mrs. Doneice Ray, Amarillo 2028 7 Mr. Lee Porter, Pampa 2027 5. REVIEW AND CONSIDER APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Action) …

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Download June 26, 2026 at 12:30 PM - Regular Minutes Minutes 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. RECORD OF ATTENDANCE (Information) 3. ADMINISTER OATH OF OFFICE TO PLACE 4 AND PLACE 5 ON ESC BOARD OF DIRECTORS (Information) Description: Mr. Justin T. Smith, Place 4, and Mrs. Kathleen Morris, Place 5, ESC Board of Directors members, will be administered the oath of office by Mr. David Schaeffer, Chairman. 4. REORGANIZATION OF BOARD - ELECTION OF OFFICERS (Action) Description: Board Policy BDA(LOCAL) stipulates that at the first meeting following the canvassing of the election, the Board of Directors will reorganize. A Chairperson, a vice-chairperson, and a secretary shall be elected by a majority vote of the members present and voting. Place Name/Residence Present Term Expires 1 Mr. Tim Gilliland, Canyon 2027 2 Mr. David Schaeffer, Dimmitt 2027 3 Mr. Larry Appel, Dumas 2028 4 Mr. Justin T. Smith, Miami 2029 5 Mrs. Kathleen Morris, Amarillo 2029 6 Mrs. Doneice Ray, Amarillo 2028 7 Mr. Lee Porter, Pampa 2027 5. REVIEW AND CONSIDER APPROVAL …

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Fri Apr 24, 2026 · 12:30PM

Regular

Region 16 ESC to decide on 2026-2027 compensation and benefits plans

The Board will consider approvals for the 2026-2027 compensation plan and employee insurance benefits. Other key actions include reviewing Head Start policies, transportation waivers, and budget amendments for 2025-2026.

Approval of 2026-2027 compensation plan based on a 2025-2026 salary study
Approval of 2026-2027 employee medical insurance contributions of $450 per month
Request to designate Castro County as a medically underserved county for Head Start enrollment
Selection of Bolinger, Segars, Gilbert & Moss, L.L.P. as auditor
Approval of proposals for Module Content Development, Data Strategy, and Lit Fiber leasing

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Region 16 Education Service Center Board Room 5800 Bell Street Amarillo, TX 79109

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April 24, 2026 at 12:30 PM - Regular Agenda Agenda 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. RECORD OF ATTENDANCE (Information) 3. REVIEW AND CONSIDER APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Action) Description: A copy of the March 13, 2026, regular meeting minutes is included in this agenda as an attachment. 4. REVIEW AND CONSIDER APPROVAL OF HEAD START/EARLY HEAD START POLICIES (Action) Description: The Head Start Program Performance Standards (45 CFR Part 1301.2) states that the Governing Body must approve or disapprove of the following policies and procedures: Child Development Associate (CDA) Renewal - 45 CFR Part(s): 1302.91 (The CDA policy, Policy Council Agenda, and Minutes from April 22 are included to show the approval of the policy through Policy Council.) 5. REVIEW AND CONSIDER APPROVAL OF HEAD START/EARLY HEAD START COLA SUPPLEMENT FOR 2026-2027 (INFORMATION) Description: The 2026-2027 Head Start/Early Head Start COLA Supplement has not been received. This agenda item will be revisited on June 26, 2026 at the next board meeting. 6. REVIEW AND CONSIDER HEAD START/EARLY HEAD START TRANSPORTATION WAIVER REQUES …

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Custom Minutes for April 24, 2026 at 12:30 PM - Regular April 24, 2026 at 12:30 PM - Regular Version 1 Apr 24 2026 Board Meeting Minutes - Signed << Back to the Public Page for Region 16 Education Service Center [email protected] 888.587.2665 Copyright © 2015-2026. Sparq Data Solutions Inc. - All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions of Use

Fri Mar 13, 2026 · 12:30PM

Regular

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Region 16 Education Service Center Board Room 5800 Bell Street Amarillo, TX 79109

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March 13, 2026 at 12:30 PM - Regular Agenda Agenda 1. CALL TO ORDER Description: The meeting is called to order by Mr. David Schaeffer, Chairman. 2. RECORD OF ATTENDANCE (Information) Description: Attendees including Board Members, Staff and guests are noted. 3. REVIEW AND CONSIDER APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Action) Description: A copy of the draft minutes for the January 16, 2026, regular meeting is included as an attachment to this agenda. 4. REPORT ON ESC BOARD OF DIRECTOR'S ELECTION (Action) Description: The procedures used in the 2026 election for the vacancies on the Board of Directors were in accordance with the BBB(LOCAL) policies of the Board and the Texas Administrative Code. As stated in the local policy and noted in the official notice calling the election, should there be an uncontested election, the Region 16 Board of Directors has determined that no election will be held. Mr. Justin Smith filed his application for Place 4, and Mrs. Kathleen Morris filed for Place 5. The filing deadline was February 20, 2026. Places 4 and 5 were uncontested. 5. REVIEW AND CONSIDER APPROVAL OF HEAD START/EA …

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Custom Minutes for March 13, 2026 at 12:30 PM - Regular March 13, 2026 at 12:30 PM - Regular Version 1 Mar 13 2026 Board Meeting Minutes - Signed << Back to the Public Page for Region 16 Education Service Center [email protected] 888.587.2665 Copyright © 2015-2026. Sparq Data Solutions Inc. - All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions of Use

Fri Jan 16, 2026 · 12:30PM

Regular

Region 16 ESC to review 2024-2025 audit and fund balance commitments

The Board of Directors will consider the 2024-2025 audit report and approve fund balance commitments for capital projects and research. The meeting also includes calling for Board of Directors elections and reviewing Head Start policies.

Approval of fund balance commitments: $4,000,000 for Capital Projects and $3,000,000 for Research and Development
Calling of elections for Board of Directors Place 4 and Place 5
Review and approval of the 2024-2025 Region 16 ESC Audit
Approval of donations from Lowes Home Centers ($1,119.31) and Happy State Bank ($325.00)
Consideration of proposals for general construction, HVAC, roofing, and professional development

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Region 16 Education Service Center Board Room 5800 Bell Street Amarillo, TX 79109

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January 16, 2026 at 12:30 PM - Regular Agenda Agenda 1. CALL TO ORDER Description: Mr. David Schaeffer, Chairman, will call the meeting to order. 2. RECORD OF ATTENDANCE (Information) 3. REVIEW AND CONSIDER APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Action) Description: A copy of the minutes of the October 25, 2024, regular meeting is included in this agenda. 4. REVIEW AND CONSIDER APPROVAL OF REGION 16 ESC AUDIT FOR 2024-2025 (Action) Description: The Audit Report for 2024-2025 is complete; a copy is provided for your review. A representative from Bolinger, Segars, Gilbert, and Moss LLP will be present at the Board meeting to provide an overview of the audit and address any questions or concerns. 5. REVIEW AND CONSIDER APPROVAL OF HEAD START/EARLY HEAD START POLICIES (Action) Description: The Head Start Performance Standards (45 CFR) state that the Governing Body must approve or disapprove of the following updated policies and procedures: Policy Council Composition and Selection (Governance - 45 CFR Part(s): 1301.3; Section 642(C)(2)(B) Recruitment (ERSEA - 45 CFR Part(s): 1302.13) 6. REVIEW THE …

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Custom Minutes for January 16, 2026 at 12:30 PM - Regular January 16, 2026 at 12:30 PM - Regular Version 1 Jan 16 2026 Board Meeting Minutes Signed << Back to the Public Page for Region 16 Education Service Center [email protected] 888.587.2665 Copyright © 2015-2026. Sparq Data Solutions Inc. - All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions of Use

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