Northwest Independent School District public meetings in 2021
22 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will meet to approve facility contracts, including boiler and clinic replacements, and conduct first readings of several district policies. The meeting also includes recognitions for teachers and student athletes.
- Approval of facility contracts: Braun Station ES boiler, Anson Jones MS clinic, William P. Hobby MS clock system, Virginia A. Myers ES energy controls, and portable relocations
- Approval of Health & Wellness Benefits Consultants RFQ #2021-196
- First reading of Policy DGBA (LOCAL), GF (LOCAL), and FNG (LOCAL)
- Approval of attendance waivers for John Jay HS and Marshall HS
- Recognition of Brandeis HS Girls Volleyball as UIL 6A State Champions
Meeting of the Board Building Committee
The Northside Independent School District Board Building Committee will review contractor proposals for boiler replacements, mechanical upgrades, and portable relocations at various campuses. The meeting also includes presentations on bond planning and construction status.
- Review of contractor for boiler replacement at Braun Station Elementary School
- Review of contractor for clinic at Anson Jones Middle School
- Review of contractor for clock system & mechanical upgrades at William P. Hobby Middle School
- Review of contractor for energy controls & mechanical upgrades at Virginia A. Myers Elementary School
- Review of contractor for portable relocations at various campuses
Meeting of the Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
The Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee will meet to discuss several local policies and one administrative regulation. The agenda also includes a discussion with elected officials and a review of a TASB Grassroots Online Survey.
- Discussion of Administrative Regulation SUP-04
- Discussion of Local Policy DEC
- Discussion of Local Policies DGBA, FNG, and GF
- Discussion of Local Policies EHB and EHBAA
- Discussion with Elected Officials
Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Northside Independent School District Board of Trustees will discuss a proposal to revise the 2021-22 school calendar. The board is also seeking approval for Budget Amendment No. 1 for Fiscal Year 2021-22 and several school facility upgrade contracts.
- Budget Amendment No. 1 for Fiscal Year 2021-22
- Approval of 2021 Tax Roll
- Facility upgrades for Oak Hills Terrace ES, E.M. Pease MS, Locke Hill ES, and Leon Springs ES
- Master Plan for Stevens High School CAST Teach Magnet
- Purchases and bids exceeding $50,000
Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will consider and vote on two bond issuance orders for fixed and variable rate unlimited tax school building/refunding bonds. Other actions include approving a consent agenda with numerous contracts, purchases over $50,000, and policy updates; discussing schematic designs for several school renovation projects; and voting on the attendance zone for the new Sotomayor High School. A public hearing on the School Financial Integrity Rating System (FIRST) is also scheduled.
- Consideration of fixed-rate and variable-rate unlimited tax school building/refunding bonds (items 12A, 12B)
- Approval of Sotomayor High School attendance zone (item 15A)
- Schematic design for new classroom building at Oliver Wendell Holmes High School (item 11B)
- Consent agenda includes contractor awards for fire alarm upgrades at Mary Lou Fisher ES (RFCSP #2021-080) and lighting/mechanical upgrades at Coke R. Stevenson & Katherine Stinson MS (RFCSP #2021-081)
- Public hearing on Texas School Financial Integrity Rating System (FIRST) (item 3A)
Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will meet to approve routine items and consider a resolution to sell a small portion of Sandra Day O'Connor High School campus land to TxDOT and authorize a lease with University Health System.
- Approval of 2021-22 Communities In Schools funding
- Schematic designs for Leon Valley Elementary and Gregorio Esparza Elementary
- Construction manager selection for John Jay High School Fine Arts renovation
- Resolution to nominate Bexar Appraisal District board candidate
- Substitute teacher compensation policy update
Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will consider and vote on the 2021-2022 budget, a tax levy ordinance, and various construction projects. The meeting will also include a discussion on a legal petition regarding a district bond.
- Adoption of 2021-22 budget
- Ordinance fixing ad valorem taxes for 2021-22
- Construction projects at Powell Elementary, Zachry Middle, and Stevenson Middle
- Budget Amendment No. 3 for FY 2020-21
- Contractor for portable relocations at Marshall Law & Medical Magnet High School
Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and vote on the administrative boundary proposal for Sotomayor High School and the presentation of 2021 STAAR scores. The board will also consider a resolution regarding COVID-19 extended leave and discuss COVID response strategies.
- Presentation of 2021 STAAR Scores
- Administrative Boundary Proposal for Sotomayor HS
- Resolution regarding COVID Extended Leave
- Discussion and Possible Action regarding COVID Response
- Appointment of Associate Principals at Luna Middle School
Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting at the Northside Activity Center. The agenda includes a public notice regarding the budget and proposed tax rate, as well as a request to approve a technology interlocal agreement.
- Notice of public meeting to discuss budget and proposed tax rate
- Request to approve district participation in TEACT Operation Connectivity ILA
- Meeting at Northside Activity Center (7001 Culebra)
- Livestream available at www.nisd.net/live
Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The meeting consists primarily of procedural boilerplate with no items listed for public hearings, reports, or general board business. The Board of Trustees will convene an executive session to discuss legal issues and concerns regarding Gertrudes "Terry" Gonzalez.
- Executive session for attorney consultation regarding legal issues related to Gertrudes "Terry" Gonzalez
- Executive session to hear concerns of Gertrudes "Terry" Gonzalez
Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will vote on the ESSER III application for federal COVID-19 relief funds and consider consent agenda items including awarding bids over $50,000, change orders, and school upgrades. The board will also discuss board operating procedures, goals, and a bond awareness survey, and will hold an executive session to appoint principals and other administrative positions at multiple schools.
- ESSER III Application (Janis Jordan) - federal pandemic relief
- Awarding of Bids, Request for Proposals, and Purchases over $50,000
- Exterior/Interior Colors - Cafeteria/Gym Upgrades - Lawrence Powell Elementary - RFCSP #2021-006
- Appointment of principal at Jay Science & Engineering Academy, NSITE, Kuentz, Locke Hill elementary schools
- Appointment of associate principals at Brandeis, Brennan, Clark high schools
Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will approve the 2021-2022 budget, including a net addition of ten positions costing $905,000, and authorize various facility upgrades and principal appointments. The meeting will also include a discussion on virtual learning for the upcoming school year.
- Approval of 2021-2022 budget with $905k net cost
- Contractor for roof replacement at Holmgreen Center
- Contractor for electrical improvements at summer portables
- Contractor for access and intrusion control upgrades
- Appointment of Director of Leadership Development
Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Northside Independent School District Board of Trustees held a special meeting on June 24, 2021. The agenda lists no items for public hearings, reports, or consent agenda. The board will discuss a series of superintendent‑led topics, including a veterans’ tribute, bond update, board operating procedures, code of ethics, and diversity, equity and inclusion work. Any actions required from a closed executive session will be taken in the open session.
- Bond Update
- Veterans' Tribute
- Board Operating Procedures
- Code of Ethics
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Work
Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will consider the appointment of principals for John Jay High School and O'Connor High School. The meeting also includes a discussion on the 2021-2022 budget development and approvals for facility maintenance.
- Appointment of Principal at John Jay High School
- Appointment of Principal at O'Connor High School
- Contractor for Asbestos Abatement at Meadowcliff Community Center Adjacent to Jones MS (IDQ #2019-094)
- 2021-2022 Budget Development Update
- Approval of Change Orders
Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will meet to approve construction contracts for various campuses, including cafeteria renovations and playground shade structures, and to reorganize board officers. The meeting will include an executive session to discuss personnel matters and administrative appointments.
- Approval of cafeteria/kitchen renovation at Jimmy L. Elrod Elementary
- Approval of playground shade structures for various elementary schools
- Approval of 2021 Pre-K Expansion Phase III
- Approval of asbestos abatement at Zachry and Stevenson Middle Schools
- Approval of Master Plan for Colonies North Elementary School
Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees
This called meeting is largely procedural, with most agenda sections marked 'no items.' The board will discuss and possibly approve a first reading of Policy FDB (LOCAL), approve a resolution canvassing the May 1 trustee election results, and receive a legislative update. An executive session is scheduled for legal consultation on an eminent domain case.
- First Reading and Adoption of Policy FDB (LOCAL)
- Resolution canvassing the returns and declaring results of the May 1, 2021 Trustee Election
- Executive session on eminent domain proceedings in Cause No. 2020-ED-0073 involving a 1.1053-acre tract at Eckhert Road and Robin Road
- Legislative update from Superintendent Brian Woods
Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will consider approving a consent agenda with multiple contracts, including football field upgrades at seven middle schools and roof repairs at four elementary schools. They will also discuss 2021-2022 proposed instructional models, a master plan for Mary Hull Elementary, and COVID-related expenditures. An executive session is scheduled to discuss educator contracts and the appointment of a principal, several vice principals, and directors.
- Consent agenda: football field upgrades at John B. Connally, Anson Jones, E.M. Pease, H.B. Zachry, Pat Neff, Ed Rawlinson, and Robert L. Vale middle schools (RFCSP #2021-011 and #2021-012)
- Hail damage roof replacements at Leon Springs, Monroe S. May Jr., Julia Newton Aue, and Bonnie Ellison elementary schools (RFCSP #2021-032, #031, #029, #033)
- Second reading and adoption of local policies in TASB Policy Update #116
- 2021-2022 proposed instructional models for district schools
- Executive session: superintendent's recommendations on educator contracts and appointments including principal at CAST Teach High School and vice principals at multiple schools
Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will discuss the 2021-2022 budget review and a resolution regarding allocated ESSER funds. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a summer retreat date and the appointment of a Director of Secondary Human Resources.
- 2021-2022 Budget Review
- Resolution Regarding ESSER Funds Allocated to Northside ISD
- Summer Retreat Date
- Appointment of Director of Secondary Human Resources
Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will consider approving a resolution to extend COVID-19 operational modifications and approve staff appointments. The meeting also includes the approval of instructional materials, construction contracts, and budget amendments.
- Approval of 2021-2022 state instructional materials
- Budget Amendment No. 2 for Fiscal Year 2020-21
- Contractors for school construction and roof restoration
- Resolution on pay for employees during emergency school closing
- Appointments for school principals and vice principals
Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will review several construction contracts for athletic, cafeteria, and science renovations across various campuses. Discussion items include emergency procurement for winter weather damage and requests for maximum class size waivers.
- Athletic Upgrades at Coke R. Stevenson Middle School
- Cafeteria/Gym Upgrades and Door Hardware at Lawrence Powell Elementary School
- Flooring Replacement at Jack C. Jordan Middle School
- Lighting, Mechanical & Fire Alarm Upgrades at various campuses
- Playground Shade Structures at various elementary schools
Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will discuss and vote on the appointment of an Executive Director of Elementary Administration and the Principal at Scarborough Elementary School. The board will also consider the order for a May 1, 2021 trustee election and a resolution for election services.
- Appointment of Executive Director of Elementary Administration
- Appointment of Principal at Scarborough Elementary School
- Order Calling for a Trustee Election on May 1, 2021
- Resolution for Election Services
- 2021-22 Initial Budget Review
Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will approve contracts for facility upgrades at multiple schools and the 2021-2022 school calendar. The meeting will also include a discussion on COVID-19 operational adjustments and a mid-year pay adjustment.
- Approval of 2021-2022 school calendar
- Contractor for football field turf replacement at Dub Farris
- Contractor for Warren High School bleacher replacement
- Contractor for science fume hood replacements at Oliver Wendell Holmes High School
- Contractor for mechanical upgrades at multiple elementary schools