Northwest Independent School District public meetings in 2022

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees decided on the 2023-2024 District Instructional Calendar and a Full Year Redesign Calendar for elementary campuses. The body also approved several facility contracts and a financing amendment for project costs.

• Approval of a commercial paper program amendment for short term obligations up to $100,000,000
• Approval of the 2023-2024 District Instructional Calendar
• Roof replacement contracts for Braun Station Elementary and Dr. Carl & Bunny Jean Raba Elementary
• Mechanical upgrades for John Marshall High School and Pat Neff Middle School
• Boiler replacement for Carlos Coon Elementary School

The Board approved the 2023-2024 academic calendar and a specialized redesign calendar for Westwood Terrace and Cable Elementary schools. Trustees also authorized a first amendment to a commercial paper program for interim project financing. A public hearing was held regarding the District of Innovation plan.

• Approved 2023-2024 instructional calendar with student start date of Aug. 28, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved full year redesign calendars for Westwood Terrace and Cable Elementary (7-0)
• Approved first amendment to commercial paper program for interim financing up to $100,000,000 (7-0)
• Approved District of Innovation Committee (7-0)
• Approved boiler replacement contractor for Carlos Coon Elementary (7-0)
• Approved mechanical upgrades contractors for John Marshall High School and Pat Neff Middle School (7-0)
• Approved roof replacement contractors for Braun Station and Dr. Carl & Bunny Jean Raba Elementary schools (7-0)
• Approved portable relocations contractor for various campuses (7-0)

Meeting of the Board Academics Committee

The Northside ISD Board Academics Committee will discuss the District of Innovation plan, the 2023-2024 district calendar, and a full-year redesign calendar, and will consider approving minutes from the November 14, 2022 meeting.

• Approval of minutes from November 14, 2022 meeting
• Discussion of District of Innovation
• Discussion of 2023-2024 district calendar
• Discussion of full-year redesign calendar

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Northside ISD Board Building Committee will convene to approve minutes from the November meeting and discuss contractor reviews for various facility projects, including boiler replacements, mechanical upgrades, and roof repairs at multiple schools.

• Approval of November 11, 2022, meeting minutes
• Review contractor for Carlos Coon Elementary boiler replacement
• Review contractor for John Marshall High School mechanical upgrades
• Review contractor for Pat Neff Middle School mechanical upgrades
• Review contractor for roof replacements at Braun Station and Dr. Carl & Bunny Jean Raba Elementary Schools

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees approved a motion to discuss the superintendent search process and timeline with consultants. The meeting also included a consent agenda item and an executive session regarding legal advice and candidate discussions.

• Second Reading and Adoption of FDB (LOCAL)
• Discuss process and timeline for Superintendent search
• Receive legal advice regarding Superintendent Search

The Board of Trustees approved a schedule for interviewing Superintendent candidates. Additionally, the Board adopted policy FDB (LOCAL) during the consent agenda.

• Approved second reading and adoption of FDB (LOCAL) (7-0)
• Approved Superintendent candidate interview dates for Feb 8-11 and 15-17 (7-0)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Board will approve a consent agenda covering routine items such as contract approvals, the 2022 tax roll, and district committees. It will recognize award‑winning educators and the Fine Arts Department. CPS Energy will present a $140,175 check for the district’s participation in its Demand Response program. No other public hearings or new agenda items are scheduled.

• CPS Energy check presentation of $140,175 for Demand Response program
• Approval of the 2022 certified tax roll
• Approval of contractor contracts for mechanical upgrades at Locke Hill Elementary and other campuses
• Approval of roof replacement contracts for Central Office and E. M. Pease Middle School
• Recognition of Larry West and the NISD Fine Arts Department

The Board of Trustees approved a resolution to consider designating the district as a District of Innovation, pending a public hearing and advisory committee input. Other key actions included approving schematic designs for Westwood Terrace Elementary School and extending COVID-19 leave for employees.

• Approved resolution to consider District of Innovation designation (6-0)
• Approved schematic design for Westwood Terrace Elementary School building replacement (6-0)
• Approved extending COVID-19 leave up to five days for eligible employees (6-0)
• Approved 2022 Tax Roll (6-0)
• Approved interior colors for Katie N. Reed Elementary School (6-0)
• Approved mechanical upgrades for Locke Hill Elementary and various campuses (6-0)
• Approved roof replacements for Central Office and E. M. Pease Middle School (6-0)
• Approved portable relocations for various campuses (6-0)

Meeting of the Board Academics Committee

The Northside ISD Board Academics Committee will discuss several academic items including the proposed 2023-2024 academic calendar, a District of Innovation resolution, and first nine weeks student data. The committee will also consider approval of prior meeting minutes and a first reading of the EIAA (Local) policy. No votes are scheduled; these are discussion items only.

• Discussion of 23-24 Academic Calendar Proposal
• Discussion of District of Innovation (DOI) Resolution
• Review of First Nine Weeks Data
• Full Year Redesign Discussion/Calendar
• First Reading of EIAA (Local) policy

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Northside Independent School District Board Building Committee will discuss the status of various school construction projects, including conceptual designs for William P. Hobby Middle School and schematic designs for Westwood Terrace Elementary School. The committee will also review contractor selections for mechanical upgrades, roof replacements, and portable relocations across multiple campuses.

• Review of conceptual design for William P. Hobby Middle School
• Review of schematic design for Westwood Terrace Elementary School
• Review of contractor for mechanical upgrades at Locke Hill Elementary
• Review of contractor for roof replacement at Central Office Building B
• Review of contractor for roof replacement at E. M. Pease Middle School

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will conduct an executive session to receive legal advice and discuss potential candidates for the position of Superintendent. An open session discussion will cover the process and timeline for the search with consultants.

• Executive session: Receive legal advice regarding Superintendent Search
• Executive session: Discuss potential candidates for position of Superintendent of School
• Open session: Discuss process and timeline for Superintendent search with consultants

The Board of Trustees met to discuss the process and timeline for searching for a new Superintendent. The Board agreed to a recommended $1,500 expenditure for national advertising. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved $1,500 for national advertising for Superintendent search
• Discussed Superintendent search timeline including a November 18, 2022 nominee deadline

Meeting of the Board Technology Committee

The Northside ISD Board Technology Committee will meet to discuss technology bond projects, a 1:1 mobile device program, and data security updates. The meeting is a procedural gathering authorized by the Texas Government Code.

• Approval of March 21, 2022 minutes
• Discussion of Technology Bond Projects
• Discussion of 1:1 Mobile Device Program
• Discussion of Federal Reimbursement Program
• Discussion of Data/Network Security Update

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees met to discuss and vote on selecting a firm to lead the superintendent search. The meeting included a public session followed by an executive session regarding legal issues related to the search. The board approved the motion to select the search firm.

• Board approved selection of superintendent search firm
• Executive session held regarding legal issues related to superintendent search firm selection
• Meeting held at Northside ISD, 5900 Evers Rd, San Antonio, TX 78238
• Meeting took place on Tuesday, November 1, 2022

The Board of Trustees met to select legal counsel for the search of a new superintendent. Following an executive session, the Board approved the selection of Mike Moses and David Thompson for this role.

• Selected Mike Moses and David Thompson as legal counsel in the superintendent search (7-0)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees approved a budget amendment, waived tax penalties, and authorized the issuance of up to $100 million in commercial paper and unlimited tax bonds for school construction.

• Approval of 2022-2023 Budget Amendment No. 1
• Waiver of tax penalty and interest on account 34034-501-0010
• Authorization of commercial paper program up to $100,000,000
• Approval of fixed and variable rate unlimited tax school bonds
• Discussion on EIAA (Local) grading guidelines

The Board approved a master plan for upgrades to the Agriculture Science & Technology Academy at O'Connor High School. Trustees also approved a $1.7 million budget amendment and the issuance of fixed rate unlimited tax school building and/or refunding bonds.

• Approved Agriculture Science & Technology Academy Master Plan (7-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 Budget Amendment No. 1 increasing expenditures by $1.7 million (7-0)
• Approved issuance of Fixed Rate Unlimited Tax School Building and/or Refunding Bonds (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including September meeting minutes and quarterly investment report (6-0)
• Approved waiver of penalty and interest on tax account 34034-501-0010 (6-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 Bilingual Program Exception Waiver (6-0)
• Tabled commercial paper program amendment to November agenda

Meeting of the Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee

The Northside ISD Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee will discuss a proposed administrative boundary change for Reed Elementary School. The committee will also consider approving minutes from September 12 and review local policy FDB. No final votes are scheduled; items are for discussion only.

• Discussion of administrative boundary proposal for Reed Elementary School
• Approval of minutes from September 12, 2022 meeting
• Discussion of local policy FDB

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Northside Independent School District Board Building Committee will discuss the status of construction projects, including the Agriculture Science & Technology Academy and the 2022 Bond Program. The agenda includes reviewing construction delivery methods, change orders, and consultant appointments.

• Review of Master Plan - Agriculture Science & Technology Academy
• Review of Construction Delivery Methods - 2022-2023 Engineering Project
• Master Plan - Sul Ross MS
• 2022 Bond Program - List of Projects
• Closed Meeting regarding Sites (Texas Government Code 551.072)

Meeting of the Board Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will approve the minutes from the May 10, 2022 meeting. It will discuss the renewal of the district's property, boiler and machinery insurance policy. The committee will review the 2022-2023 Budget Amendment No. 1 and several debt management items, including reports and proposed transactions. Additional topics include underwriting firm recommendations, the quarterly investment report, and the School FIRST rating.

• Approve/revise minutes from May 10, 2022 meeting
• Discuss property, boiler & machinery insurance renewal
• Discuss 2022-2023 Budget Amendment No. 1
• Review 2021-2022 debt management report
• Review 2022-2023 proposed debt transactions

Meeting of the Board Academics Committee

The Board Academics Committee will meet to discuss several academic and administrative items. The agenda includes a proposal for the 2023-24 district calendar and a review of board-superintendent goals.

• 23-24 District Calendar Proposal
• District of Innovation Process discussion
• 22-23 Board-Superintendent Goals
• EIAA (Local) First Reading
• 2022-2023 Bilingual/ESL Education Exception Waiver

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees approved a series of construction and facility projects, including mechanical upgrades for John B. Connally Middle School and color selections for Colby Glass Elementary School. The meeting also included the approval of purchasing cooperative fees and the recognition of outgoing members of the Northside Leadership Academy.

• Approval of construction delivery methods for 2022-2023 facilities project
• Approval of mechanical upgrades for John B. Connally Middle School
• Approval of color selections for Colby Glass Elementary School
• Approval of purchasing cooperative fees paid by Northside ISD
• Discussion on redistricting of trustee single member districts

The Board of Trustees approved new redistricting boundaries to comply with the Texas Education Code and established legislative priorities for the 88th Legislature. Trustees also approved the schematic design for the Rayburn Middle School administration suite replacement and passed a routine consent agenda.

• Approved new single-member district boundaries (6-0)
• Approved legislative priorities for the 88th Legislature (6-0)
• Approved schematic design for Rayburn Middle School Administration Suite Replacement (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including August meeting minutes, bids over $50,000, and various school color/mechanical contracts (6-0)
• Appointed Trustees Karen Freeman and M'Lissa Chumbley to the District Safety and Security Committee

Meeting of the Board Academics Committee

The Northside ISD Board Academics Committee will meet to approve minutes from August, discuss cosmetology programs, review positions, and examine AP exam costs. The meeting is held at the Northside Board Room.

• Approval of August 8, 2022 minutes
• Update on Cosmetology program
• Review of positions
• Update on AP Exams Cost
• Elementary Music Discussion

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Building Committee will discuss status reports on design, bids and awards for multiple school construction projects, including the Agriculture Science & Technology Academy master plan and various renovation color selections. It will also consider consultant appointments, change orders, and project status presentations such as the 2022 Bond Program list of projects. Procedural items include approval of minutes and setting future meeting dates.

• Review of Master Plan – Agriculture Science & Technology Academy (design, bid, award status)
• Review of schematic design – Administration Suite Replacement – Rayburn Middle School (RFCSP #2023-001)
• Review of exterior/interior colors – Building Replacement – Colby Glass Elementary School (RFCSP #2022-002)
• Review of contractor for mechanical upgrades – John B. Connally Middle School (RFCSP #2022-137)
• Presentation of 2022 Bond Program – List of Projects

Meeting of the Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee

The Northside Independent School District Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee will meet to approve minutes from July 2022, discuss 2023 legislative priorities, and review local policy regarding facility rentals.

• Approval of July 18, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2023 Legislative Priorities
• Discussion of LOCAL Policy GKD / Facility Rental
• Discussion with Elected Official
• Meeting at Northside Board Room, 5900 Evers Road

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees approved the 2022-2023 budget and proposed tax rate during a public hearing. The meeting also included the approval of construction projects, facility upgrades, and various policy resolutions.

• Public hearing on budget and proposed tax rate for 2022-2023
• Approval of 22-23 NISD District Professional Learning Plan
• Approval of waiver for Grade 7 Reading Instrument
• Approval of construction projects at Leon Valley Elementary and John Jay High School
• Approval of waiver of penalty and interest on tax accounts

The Board of Trustees approved a budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2021-22 and the schematic design for the "Village at WestPointe West area" Elementary School. Trustees also approved the HB 3 Annual Report and Goals and several consent agenda items including tax account penalty waivers.

• Approved schematic design for "Village at WestPointe West area" Elementary School (7-0)
• Approved Budget Amendment No. 3 for Fiscal Year 2021-22 (7-0)
• Approved HB 3 Annual Report and Goals for 3rd grade reading, math, and CCMR (7-0)
• Approved Commitment of Fund Balance Resolution (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 22-23 Professional Learning Plan and SHAC membership (7-0)
• Approved waivers of penalty and interest for tax accounts 19200-003-0370, 18288-102-0440, and 04400-155-0240 (7-0)
• Approved interior colors and upgrades for Leon Valley Elementary and John Jay High School (7-0)
• Approved San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) MOU (7-0)

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees approved construction contracts for school facilities and approved the appointments of principals and associate principals at multiple campuses. The meeting also included a discussion on the district's final fiscal year 2021-22 results.

• Exterior colors for Frances M. Rhodes Elementary School
• Contractor for athletic storage buildings at John Marshall High School
• Final estimate of General Fund results for fiscal year 2021-22
• Appointment of Principal at Marshall High School
• Appointment of Associate Principal at Carlos Coon Elementary School

The Board of Trustees approved a consent agenda for school facility colors, construction contracts, and change orders. Additionally, the Board approved the appointment of principals and associate principals across several campuses.

• Approved exterior colors for Frances M. Rhodes Elementary (RFCSP #2022-089)
• Approved exterior/interior colors for Oliver Wendell Holmes High School (RFCSP #2022-018)
• Approved exterior colors for Stevens High School CAST Teach Magnet (RFCSP #2022-058)
• Approved contractor for athletic storage buildings at John Marshall High School (RFCSP #2022-107)
• Approved contractor for repeater system at John Marshall High School (RFCSP #2022-126)
• Approved various change orders
• Approved appointments for principals at Marshall High School and Rayburn Middle School
• Approved associate and assistant principal appointments for Carlos Coon, Boone, Driggers, Mireles, Health Careers, NSITE, and Warren campuses

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Board Building Committee will discuss design, color, and contractor selections for several school construction projects, including the Village at WestPointe West area Elementary School and various high schools. It will also review change orders, funding source changes, and consultant appointments, and present the 2022 Bond Program project list. No formal approvals are listed on the agenda.

• Review of schematic design for "Village at WestPointe West area" Elementary School (RFCSP #2022-109)
• Review of exterior colors for Bus/Student Covered Walkway at Frances M. Rhodes Elementary School (RFCSP #2022-089)
• Review of contractor for athletic storage buildings at John Marshall High School (RFCSP #2022-107)
• Review of change in funding source for mechanical upgrades at Connally Middle School
• Consultant appointments

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside Independent School District Board of Trustees is convening a called meeting on August 9, 2022, at 4:00 pm. The agenda lists no public hearings, consent items, or reports for consideration.

• Called meeting authorized under Texas Government Code
• No public hearings or consent agenda items
• Executive session authorized under Open Meetings Law

The Board of Trustees participated in a three-hour training session on Evaluating and Improving Student Outcomes (EISO). No substantive votes or policy decisions were made during this meeting.

• Completed Evaluating and Improving Student Outcomes (EISO) training

Meeting of the Board Academics Committee

The Northside Board Academics Committee will convene to approve minutes from June 2022 and discuss updates on Elementary Projection Systems, the 2022-2023 School Health Advisory Council, and a Full Year Redesign Proposal.

• Approval of June 15, 2022, minutes
• 12 Month ESSER Updates
• 2022-2023 School Health Advisory Council
• Full Year Redesign Proposal
• Elementary Projection System

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees is discussing redistricting and possible action, approved a dress code change, and called a public meeting for August 23 to discuss the budget and proposed tax rate. The board also plans to appoint an assistant principal at Warren HS and introduce new leaders.

• Redistricting discussion and possible action (item 16A)
• Dress code approved by board (motion by M'Lissa Chumbley, second by Corinne Saldana, all yes)
• Notice of public meeting to discuss budget and proposed tax rate set for August 23, 2022
• Appointment of assistant principal at Warren HS (executive session then open session)
• Introduction of new and new-to-position leaders (item 16B)

The Board of Trustees scheduled a public meeting for August 23, 2022, to discuss the budget and proposed tax rate. The Board also approved specific modifications to the student dress code. Redistricting was discussed, but no motion was taken.

• Approved public meeting for August 23, 2022, to discuss budget and proposed tax rate (6-0)
• Approved dress code changes including removing the second sentence of item #8 and removing 'above knee to mid-thigh' from item #2 (6-0)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will discuss and possibly act on redistricting, and consider 2022-2023 board/superintendent goals. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, a tax penalty waiver, awarding of bids and purchases over $50,000, quarterly investment report, two school district teaching permits, and a memorandum of understanding with Bexar County Juvenile Board. The meeting also includes recognitions of a teacher and a state softball championship team.

• Discussion and possible action on redistricting
• Approval of bids, proposals, and purchases over $50,000 (amounts not specified)
• Resolution to waive penalty and interest on tax account 04400-146-0360
• Approval of School District Teaching Permits for Gerardo Gonzalez (Law Enforcement courses) and Aileen Noll (Health Science courses)
• 2022-2023 Memorandum of Understanding with Bexar County Juvenile Board

The Board of Trustees approved the superintendent's evaluation and contract. They also approved a series of administrative appointments for directors and principals across several elementary and high schools. A consent agenda including financial reports and bids was also passed.

• Approved Superintendent contract (7-0)
• Approved Superintendent evaluation (7-0)
• Approved appointments for Director of Recruiting and Retention and Director of Research and Development (7-0)
• Approved principals for Carnahan, Steubing, Boone, and Los Reyes Elementary Schools (7-0)
• Approved associate principals for Valley Hi and Wanke Elementary Schools (7-0)
• Approved assistant principals for John Jay and O'Connor High Schools (7-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 MOU with Bexar County Juvenile Board (7-0)
• Approved June 28, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees II

The Northside Independent School District Board of Trustees met on July 26, 2022, but the agenda contained no items for public discussion or action. The meeting included procedural items and a discussion of board goals, ethics, and dress code.

• No items for public discussion or action
• Discussion of Board-Superintendent Goals
• Discussion of Code of Ethics
• Discussion of Dress Code
• Discussion of SEL update

Meeting of the Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee

The Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee will meet on July 18, 2022, to approve the minutes from its June 14 meeting and discuss an item labeled "Update 119." The agenda does not provide details on the content or scope of Update 119. The committee may also convene in executive session as authorized by Texas law.

• Approval of minutes from the June 14, 2022 committee meeting
• Discussion of an item designated "Update 119" (agenda provides no further details)
• Authorization for potential executive session under Texas Government Code Section 551

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees held a regular meeting to approve a consent agenda including minutes, tax penalty waivers, bids over $50,000, construction contracts for multiple schools, a staff development waiver, the College Board assessment suite, and school district teaching permits. The board also received reports from the superintendent and recognized two teachers. The School Health Advisory Council's end-of-year report was approved.

• Approved awarding of bids, proposals, and purchases over $50,000
• Approved exterior colors and renovations at Leon Valley Elementary, John Jay High, Esparza Elementary, and Linton Elementary
• Approved 1,680-minute staff development waiver for 2022-2023 school year
• Approved PSAT/SAT administration for approximately 8,037 sophomores and 7,841 juniors
• Approved School District Teaching Permits

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Northside Independent School District Board Building Committee will discuss design changes, exterior colors, and project status reports for various schools. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and potential appointments for consultants.

• Review of Change Order to GMP - Fine Arts Replacement & Renovation - John Jay High School
• Review of Exterior Colors - Administration, Window & ADA Upgrades - Leon Valley Elementary School
• Review of Exterior/Interior Colors - Window, ADA & Paving Upgrades - Dolores B. Linton Elementary School
• Review of Contractor for Cameras, Access and Intrusion Control Upgrades - Various Facilities
• Interior Graphics - Health Careers High School

Meeting of the Board Academics Committee

The Northside Independent School District Board Academics Committee will meet to discuss preliminary STAAR scores, staff development waivers, and the adoption of instructional materials for the 2022-2023 school year.

• Preliminary STAAR scores for 2022
• 22-23 Staff Development Waiver
• Discussion of State Instructional Materials adoption
• Approval of May 16, 2022 meeting minutes
• Reading Map discussion

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees met to conduct a budget review and address consent agenda items. The board approved a vendor for a portable ramping system.

• Approval of Vendor for Portable Ramping System - BuyBoard #637-21
• Budget Review

Meeting of the Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee

The Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee will meet on June 14, 2022, to discuss several policy matters. Items include a discussion with an elected official, approval of the May 2, 2022 meeting minutes, a memorandum of understanding for the Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program, cyber insurance options, and TASB advocacy resolutions. No decisions are indicated; the agenda lists these topics for discussion.

• Discussion with elected official
• Approval of minutes from May 2, 2022
• Discussion of MOU for Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program (JJAEP)
• Discussion of cyber insurance
• Discussion of TASB advocacy resolutions

Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to discuss several administrative and policy items. The agenda focuses on board operations, ethics, and student conduct.

• Discussion of Board Operating Procedures
• Discussion of Board-Superintendent Goals
• Discussion of Code of Ethics
• Discussion of School Naming/Facility Naming
• Discussion of Student Code Of Conduct

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees met to approve a consent agenda featuring multiple facility improvement contracts and tax account penalty waivers. The meeting also included a recognition of the Health Careers High School Academic Decathlon Team.

• Recognition of Health Careers HS Academic Decathlon Team as 2022 National Champions
• Approval of bids, requests for proposals, and purchases over $50,000
• Approval of Financial Advisory and Arbitrage Rebate Compliance Services agreements
• Waivers of penalty and interest for six specific tax accounts
• Facility contracts for flooring at John Glenn Elementary and electrical improvements at John Paul Stevens High School

The Board approved a medical insurance renewal with UnitedHealth Care for 2023 and revisions to the 2022-2023 district calendar to add teacher planning days. Trustees also approved a profit-sharing resolution for sports concessions and a wide range of facility contracts via a consent agenda.

• Approved 2023 medical insurance renewal with UnitedHealth Care (5.9% premium increase)
• Approved revisions to 2022-2023 district calendar to add Teacher Planning/Student Early Dismissal days
• Approved resolution to continue sharing profits from district-operated sports concessions
• Approved consent agenda including minutes from March 22, April 12, and April 26, 2022
• Approved Financial Advisory and Arbitrage Rebate Compliance Services Agreements
• Approved five resolutions to waive penalties and interest on specific tax accounts
• Approved multiple facility contracts for electrical, flooring, and mechanical upgrades at various campuses
• Approved exterior colors for Katie N. Reed ES and interior colors for Henry T. Brauchle ES

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees met to canvass the results of the May 7 trustee election and approved the appointment of an Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources and a Director of Payroll. The meeting also included a consent agenda item for flooring replacement.

• Canvassing of May 7, 2022 Trustee Election results
• Appointment of Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources
• Appointment of Director of Payroll
• Contractor for Flooring Replacement (RFCSP #2022-008)

The Board of Trustees approved a flooring replacement contract for Henry T. Brauchle Elementary School and certified the results of the May 7, 2022 Trustee Election. Additionally, the Board appointed a new Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources and a Director of Payroll.

• Approved San Antonio Floor Finishers, Inc. for flooring replacement at Henry T. Brauchle Elementary (6-0)
• Approved resolution canvassing returns and declaring results of May 7, 2022 Trustee Election (6-0)
• Approved appointment of Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources (6-0)
• Approved appointment of Director of Payroll (6-0)

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Northside ISD Board Building Committee will review bids for various construction projects, including electrical and flooring upgrades at multiple schools, and discuss design changes for elementary schools. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding site selection.

• Review of exterior colors for Katie N. Reed Elementary School
• Review of contractor for electrical improvements at John Paul Stevens High School
• Review of contractor for flooring replacement at Henry T. Brauchle Elementary School
• Review of contractor for paving upgrades at Murray E. Boone Elementary School
• Review of construction delivery methods for 2022 projects

Meeting of the Board Academics Committee

The Northside ISD Board Academics Committee will discuss several academic items, including adoption of state instructional materials for the 2022-23 school year, a dual language expansion proposal, and a revised academic calendar. The meeting is a discussion session; no final votes are expected.

• Adoption of State Instructional Materials for the 22-23 School Year (2.5)
• 22-23 Dual Language Expansion (2.3)
• Discussion of Revised 22-23 Calendar (2.6)
• Discipline and Counseling Data (2.7)
• Discussion of Middle School Healthy Habits and Dance (2.9)

Meeting of the Board Finance Committee

The Northside ISD Board Finance Committee will discuss several financial items including a budget update, a concession sharing resolution, and health insurance for plan years 2023-2024. The committee will also consider approving minutes from a prior meeting and discuss post-bond activities and revenue in excess of entitlement.

• Approval/Revision of Minutes from January 24, 2022
• Post Bond Activities discussion
• Budget Update discussion
• Concession Sharing Resolution discussion
• Health Insurance for Plan Year 2023 and 2024 discussion

Meeting of the Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee

The Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee will meet to discuss several policy matters. The agenda includes reviews of elementary class size for fine arts and specific local policy updates.

• Discussion of Elementary Class Size Fine Arts
• Discussion of Chapter 313 Application / CCGB (LOCAL)
• Discussion of Policy DEC (LOCAL)
• Approval of minutes from February 9, 2022 meeting

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees is meeting to consider a consent agenda that includes contractor awards for building projects at Colby Glass Elementary, Frances M. Rhodes Elementary, Dr. John M. Folks Middle School, and Oliver Wendell Holmes High School. The board will also act on tax penalty waivers for multiple accounts, a quarterly investment report, and instructional materials certification. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Contractor for Building Replacement - Colby Glass Elementary School (RFCSP #2022-002)
• Contractor for Bus/Student Covered Walkway - Frances M. Rhodes Elementary School (RFCSP #2022-089)
• Contractor for Gym Floor Replacement - Dr. John M. Folks Middle School (BuyBoard #641-21)
• Contractor for New Classroom Building - Oliver Wendell Holmes High School (RFCSP #2022-018)
• Resolution to Approve Waiver of Penalty and Interest on 10 tax accounts

The Board approved a consent agenda covering various school roof replacements, building projects, and tax account penalty waivers. Trustees also approved master plans for Sul Ross Middle School and the Agriculture Science & Technology Academy, as well as the appointment of Weaver and Tidwell for the 2021-2022 annual financial audit.

• Approved Consent Agenda including multiple roof replacements and building projects (6-0)
• Approved waiver of penalty and interest on nine specific tax accounts (6-0)
• Approved Master Plan for Agriculture Science & Technology Academy (6-0)
• Approved Master Plan for Sul Ross Middle School (6-0)
• Approved Weaver and Tidwell to conduct FY 2021-2022 annual financial audit (6-0)
• Approved ranking of firms for Financial Advisory Services (6-0)
• Approved contractor for new classroom building at Oliver Wendell Holmes High School (6-0)
• Approved contractor for building replacement at Colby Glass Elementary School (6-0)

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Northside ISD Board Building Committee will discuss and possibly act on construction contracts for various schools, including roof replacements, classroom additions, and pre-K expansions. The meeting also includes a review of the construction status and engineering reports.

• Review of contractor for new classroom building at Oliver Wendell Holmes High School
• Review of contractor for roof replacement at Raul B. Fernandez & Mary Hull Elementary Schools
• Review of contractor for 2022 Pre-K Expansion Phase IV
• Review of contractor for 2022 Pre-K Renovations
• Review of contractor for portable relocations at various campuses

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board approved Amendment #2 for the Fine Arts Replacement & Renovation project at John Jay High School. The board also approved the naming of the "Village at West Pointe North area" and appointed a Director of Governmental Relations. A budget review was presented, and the consent agenda was approved. No public hearing items were scheduled.

• Amendment #2 – Fine Arts Replacement & Renovation – John Jay High School (approved)
• Naming of "Village at West Pointe North area" (approved)
• Appointment of Director of Governmental Relations (approved)
• Budget Review – presentation of NISD Budget Review Session 2
• Consent Agenda – no items, approved

The Board of Trustees approved a final amendment for the Fine Arts Replacement & Renovation at John Jay High School. The Board also approved the naming of the Village at West Pointe North area and the appointment of a Director of Governmental Relations.

• Approved Amendment #2 for John Jay High School Fine Arts Replacement & Renovation for a not-to-exceed sum of $38,313,155.00 (6-0)
• Approved naming of 'Village at West Pointe North area' (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Director of Governmental Relations (7-0)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will adopt minutes from prior meetings and approve several local policies. It will also approve a waiver of penalty and interest on a tax account, the 2022 summer program offerings, and bids for purchases over $50,000. A series of contractor contracts for paving, ADA, window, drainage, and football field upgrades at various schools are included in the consent agenda. Recognitions for student musicians and a dance educator Hall of Fame award will also be presented.

• Adoption of Local Policies (DGBA, FNG, GF) under the consent agenda
• Resolution to approve waiver of penalty and interest on tax account
• Approval of 2022 Summer Programs for remediation, acceleration, and enrichment
• Contractor for Paving Upgrades – Alternative Middle School (RFCSP #2022-014)
• Contractor for Football Field Upgrades – William P. Hobby, Wallace Jefferson & Gregory Luna Middle Schools (RFCSP #2022-016)

The Board approved the selection of F. A. Nunnelly Company to build a new elementary school in the Village at WestPointe North area. Trustees also approved a $7.3M amendment for fine arts renovations at John Jay High School and a master plan for William P. Hobby Middle School. Additionally, the Board approved compensation for teachers completing HB 3 Reading Academies using ESSER funds.

• Approved F. A. Nunnelly Company for 'Village at WestPointe North area' elementary school (7-0)
• Approved $7,330,260.00 amendment for Fine Arts Replacement & Renovation at John Jay High School (7-0)
• Approved Master Plan by Alamo Architects for William P. Hobby Middle School (6-1)
• Approved compensation proposal for HB 3 Reading Academies using ESSER funds (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including multiple campus paving, roof, and ADA upgrades (7-0)
• Approved bids for Healthcare Documentation System and Computer Installation and Deployment Services (7-0)
• Approved purchase orders for Discovery Dome Portable Dome Theaters and Buck Institute for Education training (7-0)
• Adopted Local Policies in TASB Update #118 and Policies DGBA, FNG, and GF (7-0)

Meeting of the Board Technology Committee

The Board Technology Committee will discuss updates on technology bond projects, mobile devices for teachers and students, COVID funding for technology purchases, the federal eRate program, and data/network security. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion only. The committee will also consider approval of minutes from a previous meeting.

• Technology Bond Project Update
• Mobile Device (Teacher/Student) Update
• COVID Funding of Technology Purchases
• Federal eRate Program Update
• Data/Network Security Update

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Northside ISD Board Building Committee will review contractor proposals for various school construction projects, including roof replacements, window upgrades, and drainage improvements. The meeting will also cover design updates for schools like Sonia Sotomayor High School and discuss construction delivery methods.

• Review of contractor for roof replacement - Sam Rayburn Middle School & Glenoaks Elementary School
• Review of contractor for window, ADA & paving upgrades - Dolores B. Linton Elementary School
• Review of contractor for football field upgrades - William P. Hobby, Wallace Jefferson & Gregory Luna Middle Schools
• Review of contractor for drainage upgrades - Robert F. McDermott Elementary School
• Review of contractor for paving & drainage upgrades - Thomas L. Hatchett, Sr. Elementary School

Meeting of the Board Academics Committee

The Northside ISD Board Academics Committee will meet to discuss several educational topics, including an update on Social and Emotional Learning, the redesign of STAAR assessments, mid-year data, 2022 summer programs, and a reading academies update with a proposal. The committee will also consider approval of the minutes from the February 15, 2022 meeting.

• Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Update
• STAAR ReDesign discussion
• Mid Year Data Update
• 2022 Summer Programs overview
• Reading Academies Update and Proposal

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will vote on a consent agenda including the approval of ESSER mechanical upgrades for multiple campuses and the adoption of several local policies. The board will also discuss a budget amendment and a retention pay resolution.

• Second Reading and Approval of EHAA (Local) Exhibits A, B, and C
• Second Reading and Adoption of Policies DEC, EHB, and EHBAA (Local)
• Contractor for ESSER Mechanical Upgrades at 10 elementary and middle schools
• Contractor for Mechanical CTE Upgrades at various campuses
• Contractor for Roof Replacement at Oliver Wendell Holmes High School

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Northside Board Building Committee will discuss design, bid, and award status reports for various school projects, including master plans for three middle schools and mechanical upgrades funded by ESSER. The committee will also review contractors for roof replacements and portable relocations.

• Review of Master Plan - William P. Hobby Middle School
• Review of Master Plan - Jack C. Jordan Middle School
• Review of Master Plan - Katherine Stinson Middle School
• Review of Contractor for ESSER Mechanical Upgrades - Multiple Elementary Schools
• Review of Contractor for Roof Replacement - Oliver Wendell Holmes High School

Meeting of the Board Academics Committee

The Northside Independent School District Board Academics Committee will convene to review mid-year data, discuss accountability updates, and consider proposals for reading academies and magnet high school classes. The meeting will also include a public hearing regarding the 2021 TAPR.

• Approval/Revision of November 8, 2021 minutes
• Social and Emotional Learning Update
• Accountability Update
• Mid Year Data Review
• 2021 TAPR Public Hearing

Meeting of the Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee

The Northside ISD Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee will discuss approval of December 2021 meeting minutes and hold policy discussions on DGBA, FNG, GF, and Update 120. They will also meet with Sophie Torres from Raise Your Hand Texas. The meeting is procedural and policy-focused.

• Approval of minutes from December 8, 2021
• Discussion with Sophie Torres of Raise Your Hand Texas
• Discussion of Policy DGBA
• Discussion of Policy FNG
• Discussion of Policy GF and Policy Update 120

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

This called meeting of the Northside ISD Board of Trustees includes discussion and possible approval of a resolution concerning joint election procedures for the May 7, 2022 bond election, approval of a public relations RFP, and a resolution on pay during emergency school closings. A budget update is also scheduled for discussion. Other agenda sections are empty or procedural.

• Consideration and approval of a resolution on joint election procedures for the May 7, 2022 bond election
• RFP 2022-051 - Public Relations & Communications Strategies (approval)
• Resolution on pay for employees during emergency school closing (approval)
• Budget update (discussion)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside Independent School District Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on Jan 25, 2022 at the Northside Activity Center. The board will consider a consent agenda of routine approvals, discuss a mid‑year ESSER update, review curriculum items including a $3.9 million sound‑field systems proposal, and evaluate several contractor contracts for school facilities. The board will also discuss and may approve the district’s 2022 bond proposal.

• Approval of a $3.9 million Classroom Sound Systems proposal for 3,800 units (ESSER funded)
• Contractor selection for Band Pad Replacement at Tom C. Clark High School (RFP #2018‑135, Project #21‑002‑135)
• Contractor selection for Clock System & Mechanical Upgrades at Sandra Day O'Connor and John Paul Stevens High Schools and Hardin Athletic Complex (RFCSP #2021‑126)
• Mid‑year ESSER update review of year‑1 expenditures and progress
• Discussion and possible approval of the 2022 bond consideration

Meeting of the Board Finance Committee

The Northside ISD Board Finance Committee will discuss and possibly approve the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year 2020-21. Other items include resolutions on investment policy and independent investment instruction, a review of qualified investment brokers, and a state funding adjustment. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Approval of minutes from October 21, 2021 meeting
• Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year 2020-21
• Resolution on independent sources of instruction for investment responsibilities
• Resolution on investment policy review
• State funding adjustment discussion

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Board Building Committee will review design, bid and award status reports for a range of facilities, including Stevens High School CAST Teach Magnet, Tom C. Clark High School band pad replacement, fire alarm and mechanical upgrades at Thomas L. Hatchett Sr. Elementary and Ed Rawlinson Middle School, and other projects. The committee will also discuss consultant appointments, change orders, construction and engineering status reports, and set the meeting calendar. All items are listed as discussion items.

• Review schematic design for Stevens High School CAST Teach Magnet
• Review contractor for band pad replacement at Tom C. Clark High School (IDQ RFP #2018-135)
• Review contractor for fire alarm and mechanical upgrades at Thomas L. Hatchett Sr. Elementary School (RFCSP #2021-127)
• Review contractor for library renovation and mechanical upgrades at Mary Hull Elementary School (RFCSP #2021-005)
• Discuss consultant appointments and change orders

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss a recommendation from the Citizens' Bond Committee regarding Bond 2022. Most other agenda items are listed as having no items for this meeting.

• Discussion of Citizens' Bond Committee Recommendation for Bond 2022