Northwest Independent School District public meetings in 2024

Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees - Northside ISD Council of PTAs

The Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to receive reports and information. No formal actions are required during this session.

• Superintendent report on current events and achievements
• State of the Council Report presented by Crystal Rivas
• Report from Jessica Palomares, Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Administration
• Report from Steve Daniel, Assistant Superintendent for Secondary Administration

Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees - Legislative Luncheon

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special called meeting for a legislative luncheon. The only substantive agenda item is a discussion of legislative priorities. No votes or formal actions are scheduled.

• Discussion of Legislative Priorities

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees approved boundary relief for Mead and McDermott Elementary Schools and approved multiple facility contracts, including boiler replacements and electrical upgrades at several campuses. The meeting also included recognitions for student achievements and a presentation on the 2025 graduation schedule.

• Boundary relief for Mead and McDermott Elementary Schools
• Boiler replacement contractors for Connally Middle School and Carson Elementary
• Electrical upgrades for Earl Rudder Middle School
• Construction Manager-at-Risk for Tom C. Clark High School Fine Arts Replacement
• Schematic design for building upgrades at John Jay/SEA High School

The Board approved boundary relief for Mead and McDermott Elementary schools to address overcrowding, effective August 2025. Trustees also approved construction and design contracts for high school facility upgrades and accepted a $336,538.45 check from CPS Energy.

• Approved boundary relief for McDermott Elementary to Thornton, Rhodes, and Oak Hills Terrace (effective August 2025)
• Approved boundary relief for Mead Elementary to Colonies North and Glenoaks (effective August 2025)
• Approved Construction Manager-at-Risk for Fine Arts Replacement at Tom C. Clark High School (7-0)
• Approved schematic design for building upgrades at John Jay/SEA High School (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including boiler replacement for John B. Connally MS and James L. Carson ES (7-0)
• Approved electrical upgrades for Earl Rudder Middle School (7-0)
• Approved exterior/interior colors for Gregorio Esparza Elementary School replacement (7-0)
• Accepted $336,538.45 check from CPS Energy for Demand Response program

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Northside ISD Board Building Committee will discuss design updates and contractor reviews for several school construction projects, including boiler and electrical upgrades. The meeting will also cover cafeteria and athletic replacement concepts for Holmes High School.

• Review of Construction Manager-at-Risk for Fine Arts Replacement - Tom C. Clark High School
• Review of Contractor for Boiler Replacement - John B. Connally Middle School & James L. Carson Elementary School
• Review of Contractor for Electrical Upgrades - Earl Rudder Middle School
• Conceptual Design for Cafeteria/Kitchen & Athletic Replacement - Oliver Wendell Holmes High School
• CPS Energy Check Presentation

Meeting of the Board Academics Committee

The Board Academics Committee meeting on November 19, 2024 will approve minutes from the October 4, 2024 meeting. The committee will discuss several academic matters, including the 1882 Partnerships, teacher recruitment, Mental Health Board‑Superintendent Goal 2, district academic calendars, the 2024 Summer School program evaluation and 2025 forecast, and the Learning Acceleration Support Opportunities (LASO) grant. The agenda follows the standard opening, discussion items, and adjournment format.

• 1882 Partnerships discussion
• Teacher recruitment
• Mental health – Board‑Superintendent Goal 2
• 2024 Summer School program evaluation and 2025 forecast
• Learning Acceleration Support Opportunities (LASO) grant

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will vote on several routine items, including a contract for exterior door alarm hardware upgrades districtwide. The meeting also includes approvals for interior graphics at two elementary schools and a proposed boundary relief for Bernal Middle School. Additional actions involve appointments of an assistant principal at Pease Middle School and an academic dean at Bernal Middle School.

• Contractor for Exterior Door Alarm Hardware Upgrades Phase 2 – Districtwide (RFCSP #2024-167)
• Interior graphics approval for M'Lissa M. Chumbley Elementary School
• Interior graphics approval for Westwood Terrace Elementary School
• Proposed boundary relief for Bernal Middle School (multiple motions)
• Appointment of Assistant Principal at Pease Middle School

The Board of Trustees approved a variation of the School Boundary Advisory Committee's recommendation to move students from Bernal Middle School to Briscoe and Luna Middle Schools to provide enrollment relief. The Board also approved interior graphics for M'Lissa M. Chumbley and Westwood Terrace elementary schools.

• Approved boundary relief for Bernal Middle School (7-0)
• Approved interior graphics for M'Lissa M. Chumbley Elementary School (7-0)
• Approved interior graphics for Westwood Terrace Elementary School (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including October meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved awarding of bids, RFPs, and purchases over $50,000 (7-0)
• Approved certified TTESS Appraisers (7-0)
• Approved contractor for Districtwide exterior door alarm hardware upgrades (7-0)

Meeting of the Board of Finance Committee

The Northside ISD Board of Finance Committee will meet to approve October meeting minutes and discuss budget reduction strategies. The session is authorized under Texas Government Code and will be held in the Board Room.

• Approval of October 16, 2024 Finance Committee minutes
• Discussion of budget reduction strategies

Meeting of the Board Technology Committee

The Northside ISD Board Technology Committee will meet to discuss Technology Services Department overview, current projects, cybersecurity, 1:1 mobile device updates, state and federal program participation, and continuous improvement efforts. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the November 1, 2023 meeting. All items are for discussion or procedural approval, with no binding decisions expected.

• Approval of minutes from November 1, 2023
• Technology Services Department Overview (discussion)
• Current Projects & Initiatives (discussion)
• Information/Cybersecurity Update (discussion)
• 1:1 Mobile Device Update: Teacher & Student Devices (discussion)

The committee approved the minutes from the April 27, 2023 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of staff updates regarding bond projects, student device distribution, federal E-Rate funding, and cybersecurity initiatives.

• Approved minutes from April 27, 2023 meeting

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Northside ISD Board Building Committee meets to discuss building projects, including a review of a contractor for exterior door alarm hardware upgrades districtwide (RFCSP #2024-167). The committee will also receive presentations on Westwood Terrace ES graphics and a conceptual design for the administration and classroom replacement at John Marshall HS, as well as construction and engineering status reports. No change orders or consultant appointments are on the agenda.

• Review of contractor for Exterior Door Alarm Hardware Upgrades Phase 2 - Districtwide (RFCSP #2024-167)
• Conceptual design presentation for Administration & Classroom Replacement at John Marshall HS
• Presentation on Westwood Terrace ES graphics
• Approval of minutes from the October 18, 2024 meeting
• Closed meeting discussion regarding sites (Texas Gov't Code 551.072)

Meeting of the Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee

The Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee will meet on October 30, 2024, at the Northside Board Room to discuss policy updates and approve minutes from a prior meeting. The agenda includes a review of 'Update 123' and a discussion of a local policy. The meeting is authorized under Texas Government Code, Section 551.001-551.146.

• Approval of September 11, 2024, committee minutes
• Discussion of 'Update 123'
• Discussion of CW (LOCAL) Policy

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees held a public hearing on the School Financial Integrity Rating System (FIRST) and adopted a proclamation for HOSA Week. The board approved a consent agenda including bond authorizations, purchase of 75 school buses, building upgrades, and contractor awards. All items were approved unanimously.

• Authorized issuance of fixed-rate and variable-rate unlimited tax school building/refunding bonds
• Approved purchase of 50 77-passenger, 20 54-passenger, and 5 14-passenger school buses
• Approved exterior/interior colors for building upgrades at Colonies North Elementary
• Selected contractor for District Baseball/Softball Complex (RFCSP #2024-027)
• Approved contractor for replacement of fuel dispensers (BUYBOARD #673-22)

The Board of Trustees approved orders for both fixed rate and variable rate unlimited tax school building and/or refunding bonds. The Board also issued a proclamation designating November 4-10 as National HOSA Week in the district. Additionally, the district announced it received a 'Superior Achievement' rating from the School Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas.

• Approved National HOSA Week Proclamation for Nov. 4-10 (7-0)
• Approved issuance of fixed rate unlimited tax school building and/or refunding bonds
• Approved issuance of variable rate unlimited tax school building and/or refunding bonds
• Approved Quarterly Investment Report for August 31, 2024
• Approved awarding of bids, requests for proposals, and purchases over $50,000
• Approved minutes from September meetings

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Northside Independent School District Board Building Committee will meet to review design updates for Colonies North Elementary, contractor selections for a baseball/softball complex, and fuel dispenser replacements. The agenda also includes presentations on interior graphics for Hobby MS and conceptual designs for the Fine Arts replacement at Tom C. Clark High School.

• Review of Exterior/Interior Colors for Building Upgrades - Colonies North Elementary School
• Review of Contractor for District Baseball/Softball Complex
• Review of Contractor for Replacement of Fuel Dispensers
• Review of Conceptual Design for Fine Arts Replacement - Tom C. Clark High School
• Construction Status Report

Meeting of the Board of Finance Committee

The Board of Finance Committee will review timelines for a possible November 2026 bond election and Voter Approved Tax Rate Election. The committee will also discuss the 2024-2025 budget amendment and debt management reports.

• Timeline for a possible November 2026 Voter Approved Tax Rate Election (VATRE)
• Timeline for a possible November 2026 Bond Election
• 2024-2025 Budget Amendment No. 1
• 2023-2024 Debt Management Report and 2024-2025 Proposed Debt Transactions
• Quarterly Investment Report as of August 31, 2024

Meeting of the Board Academics Committee

The Northside ISD Board Academics Committee will convene to discuss progress on enrichment academies, artificial intelligence initiatives, and the 2024 Leadership Institute. The agenda also includes updates on district accountability, a waiver for bilingual/ESL education, and an overview of an Outdoor Learning Center.

• Approval of August 2, 2024 committee minutes
• Enrichment Academies Progress Report
• Discussion on AI in Northside ISD
• 2024 Leadership Institute Overview
• 2024 Accountability Update

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees approved construction contracts for school upgrades and waived penalties on tax accounts during the September 24 meeting. The agenda also included the approval of a new Magnet school design and the appointment of a School Boundary Advisory Committee.

• Contractor for Athletics, Lighting, & Energy Controls Upgrades - Sul Ross Middle School
• Contractor for Golf Practice Facilities - Dub Farris Stadium & Hardin Complex
• Construction Manager-at-Risk for Building Upgrades - John Jay/SEA High School
• Schematic Design - New Magnet - Katherine Stinson Middle School
• Resolution to Approve Waiver of Penalty and Interest on Tax Accounts

The Board of Trustees approved a consent agenda covering routine bids, tax account penalty waivers, and athletic facility upgrades. Additionally, the Board approved a Construction Manager-at-Risk for building upgrades at John Jay/SEA High School as part of the 2022 Bond Program.

• Approved Construction Manager-at-Risk for John Jay/SEA High School building upgrades
• Approved minutes from August meetings
• Approved bids, requests for proposals, and purchases over $50,000
• Approved purchasing cooperative fees
• Approved penalty and interest waivers for tax accounts #17267-005-0230, #04450-776-0190, #18299-002-0310, and #18299-002-0320
• Approved contractor for athletics, lighting, and energy controls upgrades at Sul Ross Middle School
• Approved contractor for golf practice facilities at Dub Farris Stadium and Hardin Complex
• Approved certified TTESS appraisers

Meeting of the Board of Finance Committee

The Northside ISD Board of Finance Committee will meet to approve minutes from January and April 2024, review the 2023-24 School FIRST financial rating, and discuss cost-saving proposals for the 2024-25 and 2025-26 school years.

• Approval of January and April 2024 Finance Committee minutes
• Review of 2023-24 School FIRST financial rating
• Discussion of cost-saving proposals for 2024-25 and 2025-26
• Update on Bexar Appraisal District reappraisal plan
• Discussion on hiring procedures for an Internal Auditor

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Northside ISD Board Building Committee is meeting to discuss several school construction and renovation projects. Items include reviewing the schematic design for a new magnet school at Katherine Stinson Middle School, contractor selections for upgrades at Sul Ross Middle School and John Jay/SEA High School, and golf practice facility improvements. The committee will also consider change orders and receive project status reports.

• Review of schematic design for new magnet school at Katherine Stinson Middle School
• Review of contractor for athletics, lighting, and energy controls upgrades at Sul Ross Middle School (RFCSP #2024-011)
• Review of Construction Manager-at-Risk for building upgrades at John Jay/SEA High School (RFCSP #2024-109)
• Review of contractor for golf practice facilities at Dub Farris Stadium and Hardin Complex (RFCSP #2024-028)
• Change orders discussion and construction/engineering status reports

Meeting of the Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee

The Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee will discuss and possibly approve minutes from July 18, 2024, and review the EFB (LOCAL) policy. The main items are proposed boundary changes for Bernal Middle School and associated elementary schools, and a discussion on renaming facilities. These discussions could affect school attendance zones and building names for local families.

• Approval of minutes from July 18, 2024 meeting
• Discussion of EFB (LOCAL) policy
• Proposed boundary changes for Bernal Middle School and elementary schools
• Renaming of facilities discussion

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees approved a budget amendment for the 2023-2024 fiscal year and voted on facility upgrades for Colonies North Elementary School. The meeting also included a public hearing on the 2024-2025 budget and tax rate.

• Public hearing on 2024-2025 budget and proposed tax rate
• Budget Amendment No. 4 for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
• Commitment of Fund Balance Resolution
• Building Upgrades at Colonies North Elementary School
• Consent agenda items including construction contracts and consultant appointments

The Board of Trustees approved the 2024-2025 budgets for the General, Child Nutrition, and Debt Service Funds. Trustees also authorized a $30.9 million amendment for building upgrades at Colonies North Elementary and approved the defeasance of at least $79 million in outstanding debt.

• Approved 2024-2025 General, Child Nutrition, and Debt Service Fund budgets (6-0)
• Approved $30,964,885 amendment for Colonies North Elementary building upgrades (6-0)
• Approved resolution to defease no less than $79 million in outstanding debt (6-0)
• Approved Budget Amendment No 4 for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 (6-0)
• Approved Commitment of Fund Balance Resolution for 140 million (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including bids over $50,000 and teaching permits (6-0)
• Approved freezer upgrades for Child Nutrition Warehouse (6-0)
• Approved exterior/interior colors for Jack C. Jordan Middle School Magnet (6-0)

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Northside ISD Board Building Committee will meet to approve minutes from July and discuss design, bid, and award status for school construction projects, including Colonies North Elementary and Jack C. Jordan Middle School.

• Approval of July 17, 2024, minutes
• Review of Amendment #2 for Colonies North Elementary School
• Review of exterior/interior colors for Jack C. Jordan Middle School
• Review of contractor for Child Nutrition Warehouse freezer upgrades
• Discussion on construction delivery methods

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees met to approve various consent agenda items, including teaching permits and district agreements. The meeting also included a budget update for the 2024-25 fiscal year and the appointment of multiple principals and assistant principals across several campuses.

• Approval of school district teaching permits for CTE classes
• Approval of 2024-25 Memorandum of Understanding with Bexar County Juvenile Board
• Discussion of 2024-25 budget update
• Appointment of Associate Principal at Colonies North ES
• Appointment of Associate Principal at Los Reyes ES

The Board of Trustees approved several associate and assistant principal appointments for various campuses. Trustees also voted to approve committee assignments and the election of a TASB delegate. A budget update for the 2024-25 fiscal year was discussed, but no action was taken.

• Approved appointment of Associate Principals at Colonies North ES, Los Reyes ES, and Powell ES (6-0)
• Approved appointment of Assistant Principals at Clark HS, Jefferson MS, Jones MS, and Taft HS (6-0)
• Approved Board of Trustee Committee Assignments and Position Representatives (6-0)
• Approved election of TASB Delegate and Alternate (6-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 MOU with Bexar County Juvenile Board (6-0)
• Approved designation of 10-day Exempt Days (PIA) (6-0)
• Approved School District Teaching Permits (6-0)
• Approved second readings of EIC (LOCAL) and FC (LOCAL) policies (6-0)

Meeting of the Board Academics Committee

The Board Academics Committee will meet to discuss several educational policies and updates. Key items include a review of the 2024 accountability update and discussions regarding the district's grading policy.

• 2024 Accountability Update
• Grading Policy discussion
• Early College HS Update at Jay
• 2024-2025 School Health Advisory Council Membership
• 1882 Partnership Presentation

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees - Board Retreat #2

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will open with an invocation and call to order, then allow any citizens to address the board (though none are scheduled due to the called meeting). The board will discuss superintendent/board goals, review board operating procedures, and consider adopting a Code of Ethics. Any actions required from a closed session will be taken in the open session before adjournment.

• Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
• Citizens to be Heard (no participants scheduled)
• Superintendent/Board Goals – discussion and possible approval
• Board Operating Procedures – discussion
• Code of Ethics – discussion and possible approval

The Board of Trustees held a retreat to discuss and edit the Superintendent/Board Goals and the Code of Ethics. No final actions were taken; both documents will be reviewed at the August 27 meeting.

• Tabled approval of Superintendent/Board Goals for review on Aug. 27
• Tabled approval of Code of Ethics for review on Aug. 27

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees - Board Retreat

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees is holding a called meeting and retreat to discuss and possibly approve superintendent/board goals, and to discuss board operating procedures. The meeting includes an invocation, pledges, and potential executive session. No specific fiscal items or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Superintendent/Board Goals – discussion and possible approval
• Board Operating Procedures – discussion
• Meeting is a retreat with no citizen comment period

The Board of Trustees met for a retreat to discuss goals and operating procedures. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting, as items were edited for future review.

• Superintendent/Board Goals: discussed and edited for review on July 30
• Board Operating Procedures: discussed and edited for review on July 30

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees met to approve routine consent items and discuss student opportunity indices. The body scheduled a public meeting for August 27, 2024, to discuss the 2024 budget and proposed tax rate.

• Scheduled public meeting for August 27, 2024, to discuss budget and proposed tax rate
• Approved bids, requests for proposals, and purchases over $50,000
• Approved the Student Code of Conduct
• Approved an agreement with the Texas Education Agency for the purchase of attendance credits for 2024-2025
• Authorized Ben Muir as superintendent Alternate for TEA web application requests

The Board of Trustees approved a notice for a public meeting on August 27, 2024, to discuss the budget and proposed tax rate. Trustees also approved a consent agenda covering routine items and an agreement for the purchase of attendance credits. The board endorsed candidates for TASB Board vacancies.

• Approved notice for public budget and tax rate meeting on Aug. 27 (7-0)
• Approved Agreement for the Purchase of Attendance Credits (7-0)
• Approved TASB Board Director endorsements (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including June meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved bids, RFPs, and purchases over $50,000 (7-0)
• Approved Quarterly Investment Report as of May 31, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved Student Code of Conduct (7-0)
• Approved change orders, consultant appointments, and construction delivery methods (7-0)

Meeting of the Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee

The Northside ISD Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee met on July 18, 2024, to approve minutes from previous meetings and discuss several proposed policy changes, including student cell phone usage and attendance procedures.

• Approval of minutes from February 20, 2024, and May 8, 2024
• Discussion of Student Cell Phone Usage policy
• Discussion of Student Tardy Procedures
• Discussion of Board Member Compensation and Expenses
• Discussion of School Attendance Areas

The committee approved the minutes from the February 20, 2024 meeting. Other items, including school attendance areas, class ranking, and student cell phone usage, were discussed without formal action.

• Approved February 20, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Northside ISD Board Building Committee will meet to discuss change orders, consultant appointments and delivery methods, and receive presentations on Marshall High School site development and construction/engineering status reports. The Design, Bid and Award Status report has no items for this meeting. The meeting includes a possible closed session under Texas law.

• Discussion of change orders (Item 4)
• Consultant appointments and construction delivery methods (Item 5)
• Presentation on Marshall HS site development (Item 6A)
• Construction status report (Item 6B)
• Engineering status report (Item 6C)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees met to approve the 2023-24 School Health Advisory Council annual report and the 2024-25 District Professional Learning Plan. The body also acted on several routine consent agenda items including tax waivers and facility upgrades.

• Approval of the 23-24 School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) Annual Report
• Approval of the 24-25 District Professional Learning Plan
• Awarding of bids, requests for proposals, and purchases over $50,000
• Contractor for districtwide exterior door alarm hardware upgrades (RFCSP #2024-072)
• Five separate resolutions to waive penalty and interest on specific tax accounts

The Board of Trustees approved an optional flexible school day for Chavez Academy for the 2024-2025 school year to improve graduation rates. Trustees also approved a series of administrative appointments for principals and assistant principals across several schools. A consent agenda covering bids, tax waivers, and district plans was approved.

• Approved optional flexible school day for Chavez Academy (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Assistant Superintendent for Facilities and Operations (5-0)
• Approved appointments for Principals at Fernandez Elementary, Martin Elementary, and Straus Middle School (5-0)
• Approved appointments for Associate Principals at Cable Elementary and Mead Elementary (5-0)
• Approved appointments for Assistant Principals at Anson Jones Middle, Harlan High, Sotomayor High, and Stevens High (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including bids, purchases over $50,000, and five tax account penalty/interest waivers (5-0)
• Approved 24-25 District Professional Learning Plan (5-0)
• Approved contractor for districtwide exterior door alarm hardware upgrades (5-0)

Meeting of the Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee (CANCELED)

The Northside Independent School District Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee meeting scheduled for June 24, 2024, has been canceled. The agenda included discussions on student cell phone usage, UIL home school rules, and grievance policies.

• Cancellation of meeting
• Discussion of Student Cell Phone Usage
• Discussion of UIL - Home School
• Discussion of Grievance Policy
• Discussion of TASB Advocacy Resolutions

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Northside ISD Board Building Committee will discuss and review conceptual designs for building upgrades at John Jay/SEA High School, and consider a contractor for districtwide exterior door alarm hardware upgrades. The committee will also hear construction and engineering status reports and consider change orders. No consultant appointments or construction delivery methods are scheduled for this meeting.

• Review of conceptual design for building upgrades at John Jay/SEA High School
• Review of contractor for exterior door alarm hardware upgrades districtwide under RFCSP #2024-072
• Discussion of change orders
• Construction status report and engineering status report
• Future meeting dates and possible closed session on sites

Meeting of the Board Academics Committee

The committee will discuss several academic and administrative items including the 24-25 Board-Superintendent Goals. Discussion topics also include counseling updates, school health reports, and various waiver requests.

• 24-25 Board-Superintendent Goals
• 23-24 School Health Advisory Committee (SHAC) Annual Report
• 24-25 Optional Flexible School Day for Chavez Academy
• Waivers: Off Campus PE, Staff Development, and Compensatory Education Homebound Instruction
• Innovative Course Applications: MAPS and Team Sports Officiating

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees approved a 2024-2025 compensation plan, a resolution for retention pay in June 2024, and growth & improvement packages for the upcoming budget. The board also approved several consent agenda items including an Alamodome contract for graduations, bids/purchases over $50,000, and construction projects like portable relocations and a sidewalk addition at Evelyn Scarborough Elementary. Additionally, the board swore in new District 2 trustee Homer Guevara and recognized student achievements.

• Approved 2024-2025 Compensation Plan to be included in proposed budget
• Approved resolution for 2024 Retention Pay for various employees
• Approved Alamodome contract agreement for 2024-2025 graduations
• Approved contractor for portable relocations at various campuses (2024 Construction and Summer Portables)
• Approved schematic design for golf practice facilities at Dub Farris Stadium & Hardin Complex

The Board administered the oath of office to Dr. Homer Guevara, Jr. to fill a vacancy in Single-Member District 2. The Board also approved a consent agenda covering various contracts, bids, and facility upgrades.

• Appointed and swore in Dr. Homer Guevara, Jr. as Trustee for Single-Member District 2
• Approved Alamodome Contract Agreement for 2024-2025 graduation dates
• Approved interior colors for Agriculture Science & Technology Academy upgrades at Sandra Day O'Connor High School
• Approved contractors for 2024 construction and summer portable relocations
• Approved sidewalk addition and grading at Evelyn Scarborough Elementary School
• Approved School District Teaching Permit
• Approved awarding of bids, requests for proposals, and purchases over $50,000

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Northside Independent School District Board Building Committee will review schematic designs for golf practice facilities and interior colors for a high school, along with contractor reviews for portable relocations and sidewalk projects. The meeting will also include status reports on the 2022 Bond Program and construction.

• Review of Golf Practice Facilities - Dub Farris Stadium & Hardin Complex
• Review of Interior Colors for Sandra Day O'Connor High School
• Review of Contractor for Portable Relocations - 2024 Construction Portables
• Review of Contractor for Sidewalk Addition at Evelyn Scarborough Elementary
• Status of 2022 Bond Program

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Board will hold an executive session to consider a grievance filed by Mr. and Mrs. Jaime Sandoval. After the closed session, the Board may discuss and take possible action on the grievance in open session. The meeting also includes standard opening and adjournment procedures.

• Executive session to consider grievance filed by parents Mr. and Mrs. Jaime Sandoval
• Open session discussion and possible action on the same grievance
• Meeting opening (procedural)
• Adjournment (procedural)
• Any required action from the closed session will be taken in open session

The Board of Trustees held a Level IV grievance hearing for parents Mr. and Mrs. Jaime Sandoval. Following a closed session, the Board voted unanimously to uphold the Administrative Recommendation.

• Upheld Administrative Recommendation regarding grievance filed by Mr. and Mrs. Jaime Sandoval (4-0)

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees approved a budget amendment and voted on several administrative appointments. The meeting included a recognition for a state champion swimmer and a discussion on the upcoming 2024-2025 budget.

• Budget Amendment No. 3 approved
• Video board electrical upgrades for Dub Farris and Gustafson Stadiums
• Appointment of Principal at Brandeis High School
• Appointment of Director of Secondary Human Resources
• Appointment of Director of Risk Management

The Board of Trustees approved a budget amendment for the 2023-24 school year and a change order for electrical work at two stadiums. The board also reviewed stakeholder survey data and discussed administrative appointments in a closed session.

• Approved $80,000 change order for electrical upgrades at Dub Farris and Gustafson Stadiums (6-0)
• Approved Budget Amendment No. 3 for the 2023-24 budget (6-0)

Meeting of the Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee

The Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee will convene in Northside Board Room to approve minutes from February 2024 and discuss attendance, enrollment, and TASB advocacy resolutions.

• Approval of February 20, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of attendance and enrollment
• Discussion of TASB advocacy resolutions
• Presentation by State Rep. Steve Allison

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will hold a called meeting to review the interview process and consider applicants for the Single Member District 2 seat. The meeting includes a closed session to consult with an attorney regarding the applicants.

• Review Single Member District 2 Applicant Interview Process
• Consideration of Single Member District 2 Applicants
• Closed session to consult with attorney regarding applicants

The Board of Trustees reviewed applicants for Single Member District 2. Following a discussion on whether to hold further interviews, the Board approved a motion to proceed with a vote on the candidates.

• Approved motion to vote on Single Member District 2 candidates (4-2)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees approved construction contracts for school upgrades, waived tax penalties, and discussed the 2024-2025 budget. The meeting also covered historical marker designations and superintendent awards.

• Waiver of tax penalties for accounts 15858-059-1120 and 15858-059-1400
• Construction contracts for Gregorio Esparza Elementary, H. B. Zachry Middle School, and Anson Jones Middle School
• Approval of 2024-2025 Campus-Based Growth and Improvement Units
• Discussion of the 2024-2025 Budget Update
• Consideration to designate original Leon Valley ES as a Texas Historical Marker

The Board of Trustees approved a series of facility contracts via a consent agenda and authorized a modified schematic design for Sul Ross Middle School. Additionally, the Board approved a $4,300,648 amendment for building upgrades at Colonies North Elementary School.

• Approved modified schematic design for Athletics, Lighting, & Energy Controls Upgrades at Sul Ross Middle School (7-0)
• Approved $4,300,648 amendment for building upgrades at Colonies North Elementary School (7-0)
• Approved contractor for building replacement at Gregorio Esparza Elementary School (7-0)
• Approved contractor for chiller replacement and lighting upgrades at H. B. Zachry Middle School (7-0)
• Approved contractor for mechanical upgrades at Anson Jones Middle School and Dr. Carl and Bunny Jean Raba Elementary School (7-0)
• Approved contractor for 2023 door hardware replacement across various campuses (7-0)
• Approved contractor for electrical improvements for 2024 summer portables (7-0)
• Approved quarterly investment report as of February 29, 2024 (7-0)

Meeting of the Board of Finance Committee

The Northside ISD Board of Finance Committee will discuss the progress of the 2024-25 budget, general pay increase scenarios, and special education funding vs. spending. They will also review campus-based units, 2024 appraised and taxable values, and interest and sinking tax rate history. The meeting includes approval of minutes from January 2024.

• Discussion of the 2024-25 budget progress
• General pay increase scenarios for 2024-25
• Special education funding vs. spending
• 2024 appraised and taxable values
• Interest and sinking tax rate history and future

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Northside ISD Board Building Committee will meet to review design changes, contractor selections, and project status reports for various district campuses, including Sul Ross Middle School and Gregorio Esparza Elementary School.

• Review of schematic design changes for Sul Ross Middle School athletics and lighting
• Review of contractor for building replacement at Gregorio Esparza Elementary School
• Review of contractor for chiller replacement and lighting upgrades at H. B. Zachry Middle School
• Review of contractor for mechanical upgrades at Anson Jones Middle School
• Review of contractor for 2023 door hardware replacement at various campuses

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The board is holding a called meeting to discuss the 2024-25 budget update and a calendar review. No votes or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting is largely informational. The agenda also includes procedural items such as invocation and adjournment.

• 2024-25 Budget Update discussion
• Calendar Review discussion
• No public comment period for this called meeting

The Board of Trustees reviewed a projected 2024-25 budget impact including a $25.8 million increase in expenses and a $14 million decrease in revenue. Discussions focused on declining average daily attendance (ADA) and the transition of positions from expiring ESSER funds to the general fund. No formal votes were recorded for the budget items.

• Discussion held on 2024-25 Budget Update and projected $83.9 million change in fund balance
• Reviewed proposed $2.1 million base budget for Chumbley ES and Hobby MS Magnet
• Discussed transition of 306.5 FTEs from ESSER to General Fund totaling $17 million
• Discussed $6.9 million request for additional special education and bilingual ESL staff
• Reviewed $3.3 million in additional general fund costs for maintenance and utilities

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

This called meeting of the Northside ISD Board of Trustees focuses on the appointment process to fill a vacancy on the board for District 2. The board discussed and approved a motion to set the process. An executive session was also held to consult with legal counsel regarding the vacancy.

• Approval of appointment process to fill District 2 Board of Trustees vacancy (motion by Corinne Saldana, second by Gerald Lopez; approved 6-0)
• Executive session to receive legal advice on District 2 vacancy

The Board of Trustees approved the application packet and process for filling the District 2 Board vacancy. The board also approved the reimbursement of Karen Freeman for the TASB candidate guide.

• Approved application package and TASB Guide for SB candidate (6-0)
• Approved reimbursement to Karen Freeman for SB candidate guide (6-0)

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and potentially approve actions regarding a grievance filed by AFT. The meeting includes an executive session for attorney consultation on the matter.

• Hearing of grievance filed by AFT

The Board of Trustees conducted a hearing regarding a grievance filed by AFT. The meeting included an executive session for attorney consultation on legal issues related to the grievance.

• Conducted hearing of grievance filed by AFT

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees approved a consent agenda including construction contracts for various campuses, fire alarm upgrades, and the adoption of a TASB update. The meeting also featured recognitions for student achievements.

• Approval of construction contracts for John Marshall High School baseball field and Pat Neff Middle School
• Approval of electrical upgrades for Dub Farris and Gustafson Stadiums
• Approval of fire alarm upgrades at Brandeis High School and Support Services
• Approval of flooring replacement at Clarence Galm Elementary School
• Adoption of TASB Update 122

The Board of Trustees approved several facility improvements, including baseball field upgrades at John Marshall High School and civil improvements for portables at Pat Neff Middle School. The board also adopted TASB Update 122 and approved February 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved contractor for baseball field upgrades at John Marshall High School (RFCSP #2024-025)
• Approved contractor for civil improvements for 2024 construction portables at Pat Neff Middle School (IDQ RFP #2022-164 Project #24-004-164)
• Approved minutes from February 2024 meetings
• Adopted TASB Update 122 after second reading
• Approved various bids, requests for proposals, and purchases over $50,000

Meeting of the Board Academics Committee

The Northside ISD Board Academics Committee will meet to discuss several academic topics, including an update on special education, mid-year counseling, industry standard certifications, summer programs, and MAP data. The committee will also consider the adoption of state instructional materials for the 2024-25 school year. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.

• Approval of minutes from December 5, 2023
• Special Education Update
• Mid Year Counseling Update
• Industry Standard Certification Overview
• 2024 Summer Programs

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Board Building Committee will review the schematic design for a new district athletic baseball/softball complex and discuss multiple contractor selections for various school facility projects. They will also receive presentations on middle school security, interior graphics for John Jay HS fine arts replacement, and status reports on construction and engineering. No change orders, consultant appointments, or delivery methods are on the agenda.

• Review of schematic design for District Athletic Baseball/Softball Complex
• Contractor review for baseball field upgrades at John Marshall High School (RFCSP #2024-025)
• Contractor review for civil improvements at Pat Neff Middle School (IDQ RFP #2022-164 Project #24-004-164)
• Contractor review for electrical upgrades for video boards at Dub Farris and Gustafson Stadiums (IDQ RFP #2022-143 Project #24-003-143)
• Contractor review for fire alarm upgrades at Louis D. Brandeis High School (RFCSP #2024-007)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The board held a public hearing on the 2023 Texas Academic Performance Report, approved Budget Amendment No. 2 for the 2023-24 school year, and approved a consent agenda including contracts for school construction projects at Jordan Middle School, Marshall and Jay High Schools, and a boiler replacement at Taft High School. Trustees also discussed legal policy updates and appointed a principal at Beard Elementary and associate principals at Coon and Lieck elementary schools in executive session.

• Public hearing on 2023 Texas Academic Performance Report
• Approved Budget Amendment No. 2 for 2023-24
• Contractor for addition/renovation at Jack C. Jordan Middle School
• Contractor for athletic upgrades at John Marshall and John Jay High Schools
• Appointment of principal at Beard Elementary School

The Board of Trustees conducted a legally required public hearing regarding the 2023 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR). No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded in the provided minutes.

• Held public hearing for 2023 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR)

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Northside ISD Board Building Committee will discuss contractor reviews for middle and high school renovations, boiler replacements, and construction portables. The meeting also covers change orders, consultant appointments, and construction status reports.

• Review contractor for Jack C. Jordan Middle School renovation
• Review contractor for John Marshall & John Jay High School athletic upgrades
• Review contractor for Pat Neff Middle School CTE upgrades
• Review contractor for William H. Taft High School boiler replacement
• Review contractor for Colonies North Elementary construction portables

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

This is a called meeting of the Northside ISD Board of Trustees. The agenda includes procedural items such as invocation, pledges, and call to order. The board will discuss the Evaluation and Improving Student Outcomes (EISO) and the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA). No specific decisions or financial amounts are listed in the agenda.

• Evaluation and Improving Student Outcomes (EISO) discussion
• Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) discussion
• Executive session authorized if needed
• Open session for any required action
• Meeting adjournment

The Board of Trustees reviewed progress on Board-Superintendent goals and the integration of five-year annual goals into the District Improvement Plan and Campus Improvement Plans. The board also received information regarding the Teacher Incentive Allotment system for highly effective teachers.

• Approved Annual HB 3 Goals

Meeting of the Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee

The Northside ISD Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee will convene to approve minutes from a previous meeting and discuss updates to board operating procedures and intergovernmental relations.

• Approval of December 11, 2023 minutes
• Discussion of Update 122
• Discussion of SA to DC visit
• Update Board Operating Procedures

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees met to review a budget update on average daily attendance and several policy deletions. The meeting included discussions on an academic accountability resolution and a nomination for Bexar CAD. Additionally, the Board addressed a settlement resolution involving land at the south corner of Eckhert Road and Robin Road.

• Budget update regarding Average Daily Attendance Review
• Deletion of EFAA (LOCAL) policy
• Deletion of EFA (LOCAL) policy
• Academic Accountability Resolution
• Settlement resolution for 1.1053 acre tract at Eckhert Road and Robin Road

The Board of Trustees approved a resolution to settle an eminent domain proceeding regarding a 1.1053 acre tract of land in Leon Valley. Trustees also deleted two local policies and approved an academic accountability resolution.

• Approved settlement resolution for LHW Property eminent domain proceeding (6-0)
• Approved deletion of EFAA (LOCAL) Policy (6-0)
• Approved deletion of EFA (LOCAL) Policy (6-0)
• Approved Academic Accountability Resolution (6-0)
• Approved nomination of Genevieve Sugalski (first choice) and Ruben Martinez (second choice) for Bexar CAD (6-0)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees met to recognize student and staff achievements and approve a series of routine consent agenda items. These include facility contracts for athletic, mechanical, and drainage upgrades, as well as annual investment policy reviews.

• Athletic audio/visual upgrades for Dub Farris Stadium, Gustafson Stadium, and NISD Swim Center
• Drainage upgrades at Joe Straus Middle School
• Mechanical upgrades at Tom C. Clark High School
• New canopy installation at Alternative High School
• Approval of purchases over $50,000 and a purchasing cooperative agreement with Education Service Center Region 20

The Board of Trustees met for a regular session primarily consisting of reports and recognitions. No substantive policy decisions or financial approvals were recorded in the provided minutes.

• Approved December meeting minutes (Consent Agenda)

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Northside ISD Board Building Committee will discuss and potentially approve minutes from December 2023, review bids and award status for several construction projects including athletic audio/visual upgrades at Dub Farris and Gustafson stadiums and the NISD Swim Center, drainage upgrades at Joe Straus Middle School, mechanical upgrades at Tom C. Clark High School, and a new canopy at the Alternative High School. The committee will also hear presentations on a CPS Energy rate increase and an interlocal agreement with Medina Valley ISD for sale of portables.

• Review of contractor for athletic audio/visual upgrades at Dub Farris Stadium, Gustafson Stadium, and NISD Swim Center (RFCSP #2024-037)
• Review of contractor for drainage upgrades at Joe Straus Middle School (RFP #2022-164)
• Review of contractor for mechanical upgrades at Tom C. Clark High School (RFCSP #2023-095)
• Review of contractor for new canopy at Alternative High School (Project #24-002-164)
• Presentation on CPS Energy rate increase and interlocal agreement with Medina Valley ISD for sale of portables

Meeting of the Board of Finance Committee

The Northside ISD Board Finance Committee will discuss several financial items, including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY 2022-23, which audits the district's accounts. They will also consider resolutions on investment policy and approved investment brokers, review ESSER-funded positions, and discuss the impact of SHARS. All items are discussion-only; potential actions will go to the full Board.

• Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY 2022-23 audit by Whitley Penn
• Resolution on Investment Policy Review (no changes proposed)
• Resolution approving Independent Sources of Instruction for Investment Responsibilities
• Annual approval of list of qualified investment brokers
• Review of ESSER Funded Positions