DeSoto Independent School District public meetings in 2025
55 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD board will meet December 17, 2025 at 6:30 PM to consider granting the superintendent authority to spend district funds and contract for safety and support measures. A closed session will cover legal advice and board responsibilities related to superintendent safety and support.
- Consideration and possible approval to grant superintendent authority to expend funds and contract for safety and support measures
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and meeting metadata.
Special Called Meeting
The DeSoto Independent School District Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and possibly approve a resolution regarding their allocated votes for appointments to the Dallas Central Appraisal District Board of Directors.
- Resolution authorizing allocated votes for appointment on the Dallas Central Appraisal District Board of Directors
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the 2024-2025 FIRST Rating and discuss the 2026-2027 academic calendar and course catalogs. The body is also deciding on geotechnical services and construction delivery methods for the 2025 Bond Program.
- Public hearing on 2024-2025 FIRST Rating based on 2023-2024 audited data
- Possible approval of Geotechnical Services through RFQ 26-006 bid package #3 for the 2025 Bond Program
- Possible approval of Construction Manager at Risk (CMR) and Competitive Sealed Proposals for the 2025 Bond Program
- Possible approval of 2025 Bond Oversight Committee Guidelines
- Possible approval of revisions to local policies AE, CY, GE, and GKD
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD school board meets to review first-read policy updates and discuss student math progress monitoring. No formal decisions are scheduled beyond routine approvals.
- First-read revisions to policies AE LOCAL, CY LOCAL, GE LOCAL, and GKD LOCAL
- Progress monitoring report for math goals in kindergarten through 2nd grade (i-Ready)
- Possible approval of the Progress Monitoring Report
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees will meet November 17, 2025 to discuss and vote on several contracts totaling over $1.2 million, approve staffing changes tied to a no-cost grant extension, and receive updates on bond projects and bilingual education. The meeting includes a closed session for legal and personnel matters.
- $1.2M contract with Sound Design for production support and audiovisual services
- $1.2M contract with Texas Instruments for secondary math and science teacher professional development
- No-cost extension for Gear Up Next Gen Grant with EGT for formative and summative assessment services
- Reestablish Next Gen - Gear Up Project Director position due to no-cost extension
- Reestablish one Next Gen - Gear Up Site Coordinator position due to no-cost extension
The provided document contains only administrative headers and system maintenance notices. No substantive decisions, votes, or meeting actions were recorded in the text.
Board Workshop
The Board will receive information regarding the School Leadership Overview and Strategic Action Plan. Additionally, principals from five campuses will present their respective improvement plans.
- School Leadership Overview and Strategic Action Plan
- Woodridge Fine Arts and Gifted Academy Campus Improvement Plan
- The Meadows Elementary School Campus and Targeted Improvement Plans
- DeSoto West Middle School Campus and Targeted Improvement Plans
- Cockrell Hill and Frank D. Moates Elementary School Campus and Local Improvement Plans
The meeting consisted of informational presentations only. No substantive decisions were made, approved, or denied.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto Independent School District Board of Trustees will meet to review goal progress monitoring and consider the approval of a Progress Monitoring Report. The meeting includes monitoring of iReady reading data for kindergarten, 1st grade, and 2nd grade students.
- Consideration and possible approval of the Progress Monitoring Report
- Review of GPM 2.1 Reading Kinder iReady (BOY)
- Review of GPM 2.2 Reading 1st grade iReady (BOY)
- Review of GPM 2.3 Reading 2nd grade iReady (BOY)
The minutes for the November 10, 2025, regular meeting record the agenda and presenters but do not list any votes or final decisions. The meeting included a progress monitoring report on kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade reading iReady scores.
Special Called Meeting
The Board will receive an informational overview of bond program management from Procedeo, LLC. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss a contract amendment and a personnel matter.
- Bond Program Management Overview and Next Steps presentation by Brian Johnson of Procedeo, LLC
- Closed session regarding WRA Contract Amendment
- Closed session regarding a personnel matter involving allegations of noncompliance with district standards
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and meeting metadata.
Special Called Meeting
The DeSoto ISD board will meet in a special session to consider and possibly approve two senior staff appointments: a new principal for DeSoto High School and a new athletic director for the district. Dr. Elexia Davison, Director of Human Capital Management, will present both recommendations. The meeting will also include a closed session under Texas Government Code §551.074 for personnel matters and a brief public comment period.
- Consideration and possible approval of candidate recommended for DeSoto High School Principal Position
- Consideration and possible approval of candidate recommended for DeSoto ISD Athletic Director Position
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and meeting metadata.
Board Workshop
The DeSoto ISD Board will hold a workshop to review internal operating procedures, trustee communication schedules, and trustee training programs. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.
The provided minutes for the November 3, 2025, Board Workshop 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 the FY 27 budget process. The body is deciding on several technology purchases, grant acceptances, and a legal settlement regarding an EEOC charge.
- Second Quarter Budget Amendments for the 2025-2026 School Year
- Settlement Agreement for EEOC Charge No. 450-2025-10114
- Purchase of Lenovo Student Chromebooks and laptop carts from CDW-G
- Acceptance of the Phone Free School Grant
- Facility Use Agreement with University of Texas at Arlington for 2026 graduation
The provided document contains only the meeting header and system maintenance notices. There are no records of motions, votes, or decisions made during this meeting.
Town Hall
The district will hold a town hall meeting to discuss the roles of trustees and the superintendent. The session will cover how to address complaints, the grievance policy, and the use of a new ethics reporting tool.
- Discussion on the role of a trustee
- Board work vs. superintendent work
- Grievance policy and process
- Introduction of a new ethics reporting tool
- Public comments
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will monitor progress on student STAAR math goals for 3rd, 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th grades. The board will also consider approving a Progress Monitoring Report and a Board Quarterly Progress Tracker.
- Monitoring of Goal 3 (3rd grade STAAR Math) and Goal 4 (8th grade STAAR Math)
- Monitoring of GPM 4.1, 4.2, and 4.3 (5th, 6th, and 7th grade STAAR Math)
- Possible approval of the Progress Monitoring Report
- Possible approval of the Board Quarterly Progress Tracker
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and meeting metadata.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees will meet on September 29, 2025, to discuss and vote on several items, including a settlement agreement related to an EEOC charge, policy updates, and contracts for instructional materials and services. The board will also review financial updates and consider resolutions for security requirements and nonbusiness days.
- Settlement agreement approval for EEOC Charge No. 450-2024-06955
- Purchase of dual credit subscriptions to instructional materials ($2020-2025.xlsx)
- Mansfield Oil contract approval
- Green Roofing Company elevator repair expenditure
- Second read policy updates for LOCAL policies BDAA, BDB, BDF, EI, FDE, and FEC
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and a link to signed minutes without the actual text of the proceedings.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will review goal progress monitoring for student reading and college readiness. The meeting includes discussions on board guardrails and superintendent constraints, as well as a proclamation for National Gear Up Week.
- Possible approval of the Progress Monitoring Report
- Proclamation for National Gear Up Week (September 22-26, 2025)
- Monitoring of Goal 1 (CCMR), Goal 2 (3rd Grade Reading STAAR), and Goal 5 (8th Grade Reading STAAR)
- Discussion of Board Guardrails
- Discussion of Superintendent Constraint and Progress Measures
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and a meeting header.
Two - Way Communication Cancelled
The board will meet to discuss the development processes for board goals and board constraints for the 2025-2030 period.
- Discussion of 2025-2030 Board Goal Development Process
- Discussion of 2025-2030 Board Constraint Development Process
Special Called Meeting
The Board will hold a public hearing and vote on the proposed tax rate for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. Members will also consider contracts for bond project management and architecture services, as well as district goal measures.
- Public hearing and possible approval of the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year tax rate
- Possible contract for Program Manager with Procedeo LLC on 2025 Bond Project
- Possible contract for Architecture Services with WRA on 2025 Bond Projects
- Possible approval to separate the Athletic Director and Head Football Coach positions
- Possible approval of 2025-2030 District Goal Progress Measures
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Administrative Board Retreat Cancelled
The DeSoto Independent School District Administrative Board Retreat scheduled for September 5, 2025, has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will occur as the meeting does not proceed.
Board Workshop
The DeSoto ISD Board holds a workshop to discuss internal operating procedures, review the superintendent’s mid-year performance, and consider governance coaching services. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and vote on several contracts, interlocal agreements, and policy updates. Items include partnerships with Dallas College for early college programs, a grant for a uniform closet, and renewals of various service contracts. The board will also receive updates on financials and accountability ratings.
- Accept $50,000 Texas Trust Gives Foundation grant for DeSoto ISD Uniform and Winterwear Closet
- Approve interlocal agreements with Dallas College for P-TECH, Early College High School, and Para-to-Teacher Pathway programs
- Renew K-3 Reading Academies contract with Region 10 for $45,000
- Renew Eduphoria subscription for $12,000
- Approve 2025-2026 Student Code of Conduct
The provided document contains no records of motions, votes, or decisions. The text consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto Independent School District board holds its regular meeting to review policy updates required by the 89th legislative session, receive a district culture initiative presentation, and monitor progress on board goals. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.
- First reading of policy updates from the 89th legislative session including FD (LOCAL) on non-enrolled student participation in curricular/extracurricular activities
- District Culture Initiative presentation by Metric Manning, Director of Students and Staff Support Services
- Goal progress monitoring reports (GPM 1.2 and GPM 4.3) presented by Superintendent Usamah Rodgers
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. The minutes are procedural or empty.
Special Called Meeting
The DeSoto Independent School District Board will meet to discuss and potentially approve consulting services for an Owner's Representative Program Manager. The meeting also includes a closed session for legal advice.
- Possible approval of Owner's Representative Program Manager Consulting Services (RFQ-25-014)
- Closed session for legal advice per Texas Government Code Chapter §551.071
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. The minutes are procedural or empty.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will review long-term goals and superintendent constraints for 2025-2030. The meeting includes votes on several high-level administrative hires and a maintenance tax note for the 2025-2026 school year.
- Possible approval of 2025-2030 Board Goals and Superintendent Constraints
- Possible approval of Maintenance Tax Note for 2025-2026 school year
- Hiring of Executive Director of School Leadership, Director of Student and Staff Support Services, Director of Plant Services, and Director of Fine Arts
- Possible approval of MOUs with Dallas College for Dual Credit and Mountain View Campus
- Possible approval of contracts for Bernhard gas pressure testing and Pathways 2 Careers curriculum
The provided document contains no record of board actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Board Workshop
The Board of Trustees will hold a workshop to review the district's financial status. The meeting focuses on updates regarding the 2025 bond, including funding schedules and oversight processes.
- Financial update
- 2025 Bond funding and investment schedule
- Bond project roles and responsibilities
- Bond oversight processes
Special Called Meeting
The DeSoto ISD board will convene a special called meeting to conduct closed-session discussions under Texas Government Code §551.071, including a personnel matter involving allegations of noncompliance with district standards and a pending federal lawsuit (Alexander et al. v. Morath et al.). The public portion includes routine opening items and public comments limited to agenda items.
- Closed session under Texas Government Code §551.071 for legal advice and personnel allegations
- Discussion of Alexander et al. v. Morath et al., Civil Action No. 3:25-cv-01614-D
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Board Retreat
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees holds a two-day retreat to review governance frameworks, accountability training, and operational procedures. Day 1 covers Lone Star Governance topics including mindset, board guardrails, and progress monitoring. Day 2 includes reviews of governance performance metrics and state accountability training.
Special Called Meeting
The DeSoto ISD board will meet in a special session to act on the 2025-2026 Compensation Plan, operating and nutrition budgets, and a resolution on tax-rate calculations. The meeting also includes a closed session for personnel and legal matters and a potential vote to authorize unlimited tax school building bonds.
- Consider and possibly approve the 2025-2026 Compensation Plan
- Consider and possibly approve 2025-2026 budgets for General Operating, Child Nutrition, and Debt Services
- Designate officer responsible for calculating and reporting the No New Tax Rate and Voter Approved Tax Rate
- Consider bond issuance order authorizing unlimited tax school building bonds and related agreements
- Closed session for legal advice and personnel matters under Texas Government Code chapters
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links for the BoardBook platform.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the proposed budget and tax rate for fiscal year 2025-2026, then vote on budget amendments, operating budgets, a tax-rate resolution, and bond issuance. They will also consider approvals for curriculum contracts, grants, administrative appointments, and principal hiring.
- Public hearing on FY 2025-2026 budget and tax rate
- FY 2025-2026 Gates Foundation Subgrant Agreement
- Possible approval of Teach Town Curriculum and Schoolinks Platform
- Consideration of $2025–2026 budgets for General Operating, Child Nutrition, and Debt Services
- Possible approval of unlimited tax-refunding bonds and bond sale parameters
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 to review draft progress measures for goals and constraints. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.
Board Workshop
The DeSoto ISD Board holds a workshop to discuss the upcoming fiscal year budget, including a compensation plan and draft budget proposal. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda; it is an informational session.
Two-Way Communication
The DeSoto Independent School District board will hold a two-way communication meeting to present proposed board goals and superintendent constraints. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Presentation of proposed board goals
- Presentation of superintendent constraints
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will discuss a draft budget and financial updates. They are considering approvals for multiple textbook and digital learning contracts for the 2025-2026 school year, as well as the appointment of principals for three campuses.
- Approval of principals for Frank D. Moates Elementary, Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy, and West Middle School
- Consideration of Budget Amendment # 21 and # 22
- Contract renewals for instructional materials from McGraw Hill, SAVAAS, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, and STEMscopes
- Renewal of the FSMC (Whitsons) contract for the 2025-2026 school year
- Possible approval of the LASO Instructional Leadership Grant
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 will hold its regular meeting on May 19, 2025, focusing on organizational operations, student recognition, and progress toward academic goals. The board will review corrective action plans for both the board and administration, as well as monitor progress on early literacy goals for kindergarten through second grade.
- Review of Board Corrective Action Plan (CAP) with attachments
- Review of Administration Corrective Action Plan (CAP) with attachments
- Monitoring progress on ELA goals for Kinder, 1st, and 2nd grade i-Ready assessments
- Recognition of CDC Community Scholarship Award winners
- Campus and student recognition presentations
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. The minutes are procedural or empty.
Board Workshop
The DeSoto ISD Board will hold a workshop on May 14, 2025, to begin developing new board goals and constraints. The meeting includes a public comment period restricted to agenda items and will adjourn after discussion. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.
Canvass Election and Installation of Trustees
The DeSoto ISD Board will certify the May 3, 2025 bond election returns, administer oaths of office to newly elected trustees, and hear brief remarks from them. A bond update will also be presented by district finance staff.
- Canvass the Return of the May 3, 2025, Bond Election
- Administer Statement of Elected Trustees
- Administer Oath of Office to Newly Elected Trustees
- Comments from Newly Elected Trustees
- Bond Update presented by Michael McSwain, Interim CFO
Board Workshop
The Board of Trustees will meet for a workshop to discuss the development of board goals. The meeting includes a period for public comments specifically on agenda items.
- Discussion on developing board goals
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will discuss the 2025-2026 academic calendar and the renewal or termination of various certified employee contracts. The meeting also includes reviews of financial updates and several curriculum and equipment purchases.
- Approval of the 2025-2026 Academic Calendar
- Roof repairs at DeSoto High School Gymnasium 2 and Gymnasium 3
- Purchase of Safe and Civil Schools and Character Counts curricula
- Selection of CDW as Network Cabling System Provider
- Renewal and termination of probationary and term Chapter 21 employee contracts
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto Independent School District board holds its regular meeting to receive updates on academic performance and review corrective action plans. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda; items are informational or for discussion only.
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 will hold a workshop on April 15, 2025, to develop its annual board goals. The meeting includes a public comment period restricted to agenda items and will adjourn after the discussion.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees will meet on March 31, 2025, to discuss and vote on several items, including textbook funding, budget amendments, and nominations to the TASB Board. Financial updates and academic calendar changes will also be presented for discussion.
- Approval of $X for additional dual credit textbooks (2024-2025 school year)
- Approval of budget amendments for the third quarter of the 2024-2025 school year
- Purchase of Microsoft 365 Office Solutions (SHI quote attached)
- Nomination of trustees for Region 10, Position A and Position B seats on the TASB Board
- Resolution declaring a public school purpose to expend funds during an emergency closure
The provided document contains no record of board actions, votes, or discussions. The text consists of system maintenance notices and navigation links.
Board Workshop
The DeSoto ISD Board will hold a workshop to begin drafting the district’s next five-year goals and constraints. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is a working session for future policy direction. Public comment is allowed on agenda items.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will monitor progress on K-2nd grade math goals and review constraints regarding effective teaching and culture. The meeting also includes discussions on Board and Administrative Corrective Action Plans.
- Review of GPM 3.1, 3.2, and 3.3 Math i-Ready (MOY) for Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grades
- Discussion on Constraint 1 (Effective Teaching)
- Discussion on Constraint 5 (Culture- MOY)
- Discussion of Board Corrective Action
- Discussion of Administrative Action Plan
The provided minutes contain no record of actions, votes, or decisions. The document consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Board Workshop
The Board of Trustees will meet for a workshop to develop board goals and constraints. The meeting includes a period for public comment on agenda items.
- Development of board goals and constraints
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees will meet on February 24, 2025, to discuss and vote on several items, including renaming DeSoto High School Collegiate Campus and the District Alternative Program Campus, as well as approving legal contracts for social media litigation and cybersecurity software. The board will also hear public presentations on the Texas Academic Performance Report and Meadows Elementary’s improvement plan.
- Consideration and possible approval to rename DeSoto High School Collegiate Campus
- Consideration and possible approval to rename the District Alternative Program Campus
- Consideration and possible approval of contingent fee legal services contract for youth social media litigation ($ undisclosed)
- Consideration and possible approval of cybersecurity software subscription renewal (CrowdStrike)
- Consideration and possible approval of costs for May 2025 Joint Election ($450 estimated cost) and election services contract
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and navigational links.
Level III Grievance Hearing
The DeSoto ISD board will convene a Level III grievance hearing for employee Matthew Hawkins. The closed session will include legal consultation and the grievance hearing itself, followed by an open session vote on the outcome.
- Level III grievance hearing for Matthew Hawkins (DGBA [LEGAL] and DGBA [LOCAL])
- Closed session includes attorney consultation per Texas Government Code §551.071(2)
- Closed session covers personnel matters under Texas Government Code §551.074
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or decisions. The text consists of system maintenance notices and meeting metadata.
Board Workshop
The DeSoto Independent School District Board held a workshop on February 19, 2025, to develop goals and constraints. The meeting included procedural items such as calling the meeting to order, public comments, and adjournment, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.
Regular Meeting
The DeSoto Independent School District board holds its regular meeting to monitor progress on academic and culture goals, receive district accolades, and review corrective action plans. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion only.
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. It consists of system maintenance notices and meeting metadata.
Board Workshop
The Board of Trustees will meet for a workshop to discuss the budget development process. The meeting includes a period for public comments on agenda items.
- Budget development process discussion
Board Workshop
The DeSoto Independent School District Board will hold a workshop to begin developing board goals and constraints. The meeting includes a public comment period but no formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
Special Called Meeting
The DeSoto Independent School District Board will consider whether to call a bond election. The meeting also includes a demographic study overview and a facilities planning update.
- Consideration of calling a bond election
- Demographic Study Overview
- Facilities Planning Update
- Closed session regarding legal advice
- Closed session regarding real property deliberation
The provided minutes list the agenda items for the meeting, including a demographic study overview and a discussion on calling a bond election. However, the document does not record any votes, approvals, or final decisions.
Board Workshop
The Board of Trustees will meet for a workshop to develop new board goals and constraints. The session also includes an update on facilities planning.
- Development of new board goals and constraints
- Facilities planning update
Facility Planning Committee Update
The DeSoto Independent School District Facility Planning Committee will meet to hold a discussion. The meeting includes a period for public comments on agenda items.
- Facility Planning Committee discussion
The provided document contains no record of discussions, proposals, or decisions. The minutes are procedural or empty.
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will discuss potential 2025 bond procurement methods and review financial updates. The body is deciding on budget amendments for the second quarter and the order for a general election on May 3, 2025.
- Order of General Election for May 3, 2025
- Budget Amendments for the Second Quarter 2024-2025 School Year
- RFP #25-007 for Bond Counsel Services
- Subscription for Private Cloud Hosting and Firewall as a Service (Region 10)
- Nomination to rename a district facility
The provided document contains no record of actions, votes, or discussions. The minutes are procedural or empty.
Board Workshop
The DeSoto ISD Board will hold a workshop on January 15, 2025 to discuss the evaluation instrument, tools, and resources used to assess the superintendent. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
Board Workshop
The DeSoto Independent School District Board is holding a workshop to develop new board goals and constraints.
- Developing new board goals & constraints