DeSoto Independent School District public meetings in 2024
45 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Two Way Communication
The DeSoto Independent School District board will meet to review progress on Goal 3: Early Numeracy and discuss a proposed revision to Goal 4. The agenda includes a public Q&A session before adjourning.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will conduct a public hearing regarding the district's FIRST Rating based on 2022-2023 audited data. The body will also discuss the 2025-2026 academic calendar and course catalogs. Several maintenance and technology contracts are up for possible approval.
- Public hearing on 2023-2024 FIRST Rating based on 2022-2023 audited data
- Possible approval of roof repair for DHS Collegiate Academy via Green Roofing
- Possible approval of Milestone Camera System maintenance agreement
- Possible approval of Shield Chromebooks warranty via BLUUM
- Possible approval of resolution regarding Public Information Act request non-business days
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. The text consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Board Workshop
The Board of Trustees will meet for a workshop to discuss the tools, resources, and instruments used for the superintendent's evaluation. The meeting also includes a discussion on board organization and operations.
- Discussion of superintendent evaluation instrument, tools and resources
- Discussion of board organization, operations and recognition
Facility Planning
The Facility Planning Committee will meet to hold a discussion on facility planning. The meeting also includes time for board organization and public comments on agenda items.
- Facility Planning Committee discussion
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will discuss corrective action plans for the board and administration and review financial updates. The body is deciding on several purchases, including cafeteria equipment and educational software, and will consider the approval of independent financial audits.
- Possible approval of RFP#25-005 for commercial cafeteria dishwashers
- Possible approval to purchase Lexia Learning and Therapeutic Spaces (Zen Dens)
- Possible approval of expenditure for a web project with Robert Half
- Consideration of 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 Independent Financial Audits
- Possible approval of a resolution for appointments to the Dallas Central Appraisal District Board
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Board Workshop
The DeSoto Independent School District Board will hold a workshop meeting to organize operations and develop a new structure for community input and goal setting. No substantive decisions are listed on the agenda.
Board Workshop
The Board of Trustees will hold a workshop to discuss facility planning and board operations. The meeting includes a designated time for public comments on agenda items.
- Facility Planning Committee discussion
- Board organization, operations and recognition
The provided document contains no record of discussions, proposals, or decisions. The minutes are procedural and do not list any actions taken by the Board.
Facility Naming
The board will meet to discuss the naming of facilities. The meeting includes a period for public comments specifically regarding agenda items.
- Facility naming discussion
The provided minutes for the November 4, 2024, Facility Naming meeting contain no record of actions, discussions, or decisions. The document consists of system navigation and maintenance notices.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will discuss financial updates, policy revisions, and the FY '26 budget development timeline. The board may take action on a budget amendment, a financial advisor RFP, and the sale of tax-foreclosed properties.
- Possible approval of Budget Amendment # 2
- Possible approval to sell tax-foreclosed properties struck off to Dallas County
- Possible approval of Financial Advisor RFP
- Possible approval of a 1-year Panorama Climate Survey Contract
- First read of Policy Update 122 (EHBC LOCAL) and Policy Update 123
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 discuss corrective and administrative action plans and monitor goal progress. The meeting includes a potential action item regarding the LSG Quarterly Evaluation.
- Discussion of Board Corrective Action Plan
- Discussion of Administrative Action Plan
- Possible action on LSG Quarterly Evaluation
- Monitoring of Goal 1: CCMR - CTE IBCs
- Monitoring of Constraint 2: Professional Development
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and meeting metadata.
Special Called Meeting
The Board of Trustees will meet for a special session featuring a safety and security update. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss legal advice and security audits.
- Safety and security update presented by James Thomas, Chief of Maintenance and Operations
- Closed session for legal advice per Texas Government Code §551.071
- Closed session for deliberation on security devices or audits per Texas Government Code §551.076
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Board Workshop
The DeSoto Independent School District Board holds a workshop meeting to discuss facility planning committee topics. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting is procedural with limited public participation.
Quarterly Board Workshop
The DeSoto Independent School District Board will hold a workshop to review student achievement data. The body will discuss proposed revisions to specific goals and the process for collecting community input.
- Proposed revisions to GPM 2, 3 and 4
- Possible revisions to Board Goal 4
- Process for gathering community input on constraints
Grievance Level III
The DeSoto Independent School District Board will hold a meeting to address a Level Three parent grievance appeal. The process includes a closed session for legal consultation and a hearing before a possible action is taken in open session.
- Consultation with legal counsel regarding Level Three parent grievance appeal
- Level Three Parent Grievance Appeal Hearing
- Possible action regarding Level Three Parent Grievance Appeal pursuant to Board Policy FNG (LEGAL) and FNG (LOCAL)
The provided minutes for the September 23, 2024, Grievance Level III meeting contain no record of actions, discussions, or decisions. The document consists of procedural headers and system maintenance notices.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will discuss financial updates and a board policy committee update. The body is deciding on several procurement items for technology and furniture, as well as the sale of tax foreclosed property.
- Possible approval to sell tax foreclosed property at 1238 Willow Run Rd
- Possible approval to increase the price of adult meals
- Possible approval to purchase Dell Chromebooks and computers for a CTE Computer Lab
- Possible approval of a facility use agreement with The University of Texas at Arlington
- Possible approval of a TASB Cooperative Fuel Agreement with Mansfield Oil
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 discuss student performance goals and corrective action plans for both the board and administration. The meeting includes updates on Harvard training and campus recognition.
- Goal progress monitoring for 3rd grade STAAR (ELA and Math) and K-8 NWEA MAP growth
- Discussion of the Board Corrective Action Plan
- Discussion of the Administration Corrective Action Plan
- Proposed revisions to Goal Progress Measures
- Update on the Accelerated Board Capacity (ABC) Institute Harvard Training
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Two-Way Communication
The DeSoto Independent School District board will hold a public meeting on September 4, 2024, at 6:30 PM focused on early literacy initiatives. The agenda includes a call to order, discussion of Goal 2: Early Literacy, and adjournment. No formal decisions or contracts are listed.
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Special Called Board Meeting
The DeSoto Independent School District board will hold a special meeting to consider approving an agreement to purchase attendance credit, which could impact district funding. The board may also delegate contractual authority to the superintendent for this purchase.
- Consideration and possible approval of Agreement for Purchase of Attendance Credit (Option 3 Agreement)
- Delegation of contractual authority to Superintendent Michael McSwain
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
New Trustee Local District Orientation
The DeSoto ISD board holds a required orientation session for newly elected local-district trustees. Dr. Usamah Rodgers, Superintendent of Schools, presents a district overview. The meeting is strictly procedural and contains no decisions or votes.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and vote on setting the 2024-2025 tax rate. They will also consider approval of routine contracts including cafeteria furniture, insurance policies, copier leases, and academic program agreements. Financial updates and board operating procedures are also on the agenda.
- Public hearing and vote on proposed 2024-2025 tax rate
- Purchase of cafeteria tables for district campuses
- Renewal of property, casualty, boiler, and crime insurance policies
- RFQ#24-013 for leased copiers/multifunctional devices and maintenance
- Approval of 2024-2025 Student Code of Conduct
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
New Trustee Local District Orientation
The DeSoto ISD board holds a mandatory orientation session for newly elected local-district trustees. The meeting includes a district overview presented by the superintendent and a public Q&A period.
- District overview presented by Dr. Usamah Rodgers, Superintendent of Schools
Special Called Meeting
The DeSoto ISD board will hold a special called meeting to consider approving the hiring of the 2024-2025 Director of Bilingual/ESL. The board will also conduct closed-session personnel discussions and establish a quorum.
- Consideration and Possible Approval of 2024-2025 Director of Bilingual / ESL
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto Independent School District board holds its regular meeting to discuss and review corrective action plans for both the board and administration. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion only.
- Board Corrective Action Plan presented by Chasiti McKissic, Board President
- Administration Corrective Action Plan presented by Dr. Usamah Rodgers, Superintendent of Schools
- Campus and Student Recognition by Stephanie McCloud, Chief Academic Officer
- Goal Progress Monitoring (GPM 1.2 CCMR - College Course and GPM 4.3: Growth - All K-8 NWEA MAP) by Dr. Usamah Rodgers
The provided document contains no records of board actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees will meet July 29 to act on multiple consent items, including renewals and new contracts for special-education services and routine operations such as custodial and transportation services. The board will also receive updates on strategic plans, corrective action plans, and quarterly governance evaluations.
- Renew Dallas College dual-credit, P-TECH, and ECHS agreements
- Approve $1.2M+ in special-education contracts (OT, PT/PTA, SLP/SLPA, educational diagnosticians, music therapist)
- Renew TeachTown, GoalBook, iCEV, Schoolinks, and Frontline systems
- Approve 2024-25 custodial services with HES Facilities Management and transportation with First Student, Inc.
- Second reading of 2024-25 assessment calendar
The provided document contains no record of board actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The provided minutes for the June 17, 2024, Regular Meeting contain no record of actions, votes, or decisions. The document consists of system navigation and maintenance notices.
Regular Meeting
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Special Called Meeting
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Regular Meeting
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Regular Meeting
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Special Called Meeting
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Special Called Meeting
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Regular Meeting
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Regular Meeting
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Special Called Meeting
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Town Hall (Two-Way Communication) Meeting
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Regular Meeting
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Board Workshop
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Regular Meeting
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Board Workshop
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Regular Meeting
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Special Called Meeting
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Special Called Meeting
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Regular Meeting
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Regular Meeting
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Regular Meeting
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