Northwest Independent School District public meetings in 2025

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees - Team Building#2

This is a called meeting focused on team building. The board will review and discuss its operating procedures for the 2025-26 year and the code of ethics. No votes on budgets, contracts, or zoning are scheduled.

• Review and Discuss Board Operating Procedures 25-26
• Code of Ethics discussion and possible approval
• Citizens to be Heard item is not part of the agenda

The Board discussed updates to the Board Operating Procedures. Both the updated procedures and the Code of Ethics were deferred to the November 11 meeting.

• Deferred Board Operating Procedures to November 11 meeting
• Deferred Code of Ethics to November 11 meeting

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees met to review the district's School Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas report and various consent agenda items. Discussions included bond authorizations, school performance objectives, and facility color selections.

• Public hearing for the School Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) report
• Authorization of fixed rate unlimited tax school building and/or refunding bonds
• Authorization of variable rate unlimited tax school building and/or refunding bonds
• Remarketing of Northside Independent School District Variable Rate Unlimited Tax School Building Bonds, Series 2023B
• Exterior colors for John Marshall HS - RFCSP #2024-164

The Northside Independent School District received its 23rd consecutive 'Superior Achievement' rating under the School Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas. The Board also recognized members of the 2024-2025 Leadership Northside Cohort.

• Recognized 2024-2025 Leadership Northside Cohort members

Meeting of the Board Academics Committee

The Board Academics Committee will meet to discuss various educational performance metrics and goals for the 2025-2026 period. The session includes reviews of accountability requirements and student progress data.

• Overview of School Turnaround Plans
• 25-26 Board-Superintendent Goals
• Measure of Academic Progress (MAP) Data
• 2025-2026 Bilingual/ESL Exception Waiver
• Library Book List

Meeting of the Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee

The Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee will review several local policies. Discussions include transportation management, personnel management relations, and employee complaints or grievances.

• Approval of August 19, 2025 minutes
• Discussion of CNA (LOCAL) Policy - Transportation Management
• Discussion of DGB (LOCAL) Policy - Personnel Management Relations
• Discussion of DGBA (LOCAL) Policy - Employee Complaints/Grievances

Meeting of Board of Finance Committee

The Northside ISD Board of Finance Committee will discuss the 2024-2025 debt management report, proposed 2025-2026 debt transactions, and a review of the district's debt management policy. The committee will also consider recommendations for underwriting firms and review timelines for possible November 2026 voter-approved tax rate and bond elections. Additionally, the committee will receive the quarterly investment report as of August 31, 2025, and hold a public meeting on the School Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST).

• Discussion of 2024-2025 Debt Management Report
• Discussion of 2025-2026 Proposed Debt Transactions
• Review of timeline for a possible November 2026 Voter Approved Tax Rate Election (VATRE)
• Review of timeline for a possible November 2026 bond election
• Presentation of 2025-2026 Underwriting Firm Recommendations

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Board Building Committee will discuss design, bid and award status reports for multiple high school construction projects. They will also review any change orders and provide updates on construction and engineering status. The meeting includes procedural items such as opening, minutes approval, future meeting dates, and a possible closed session.

• Review of GMP – Fine Arts Replacement – Tom C. Clark HS – RFCSP #2024-163
• Review of Schematic Design – Cafeteria/Kitchen & Athletic Replacement – Oliver Wendell Holmes HS – RFCSP #2025-021
• Review of Exterior Colors – Administration & Classroom Replacement – John Marshall HS – RFCSP #2024-164
• Review of Interior Colors – Stinson MS Magnet – RFCSP #2025-013
• Review of Change Orders

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is reviewing various administrative items, including council appointments and policy updates. The meeting also includes discussions regarding nominations for several central appraisal districts.

• Appointment of 2025-2026 School Health Advisory Council (SHAC)
• Appointment of 2025-2026 Northside Education Improvement Council (NEIC)
• Exterior Colors - Stinson MS Magnet - RFCSP #2025-013
• Contractor for Mechanical Upgrades - Risk Management - RFCSP #2025-119
• Bexar County Appraisal District 2026 Board of Directors Appointments Nomination

The Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda and nominated Becky Ruiz for a position on the Bexar County Appraisal District Board of Directors. The board also reviewed staffing updates and discussed upcoming appraisal district appointments.

• Approved Consent Agenda items B-N (7-0)
• Nominated Becky Ruiz to the Bexar County Appraisal District Board of Directors (7-0)
• Discussed 2026 Medina Central Appraisal District nominations
• Discussed 2026 Bandera Central Appraisal District nominations

**CANCELLED** Meeting of the Board Academics Committee

The Northside Independent School District Board Academics Committee meeting scheduled for September 16, 2025, was cancelled. The agenda included items for discussion such as CAST Teach, SB 1882 Partnership, and P-TECH programs.

• Cancelled meeting of the Board Academics Committee
• Approval of August 21, 2025 minutes
• CAST Teach program discussion
• SB 1882 Partnership and ELA discussion
• P-TECH program discussion

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Board Building Committee will open the meeting, approve the August 15 minutes, and discuss design, bid and award status reports, including exterior color choices for Stinson MS Magnet (RFCSP #2025-013) and the contractor for mechanical upgrades (RFCSP #2025-119). The committee will note that there are no change orders, review consultant appointments and construction delivery methods, and receive status updates on bond‑2022, construction, and engineering projects. The meeting will conclude with setting future dates, a possible closed session, and adjournment.

• Review exterior colors for Stinson MS Magnet (RFCSP #2025-013)
• Review contractor for mechanical upgrades (RFCSP #2025-119)
• No change orders reported
• Review of consultant appointments
• Review of construction delivery methods

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees approved the 2025-2026 budget and set the tax rate at $1.0049 per $100 of assessed valuation. The meeting also included approval of facility amendments, debt defeasance, and consent agenda items.

• Adoption of 2025-2026 Budget
• Adoption of 2025-2026 Tax Rate ($1.0049)
• Budget Amendment No. 4 for FY 2024-2025
• Commitment of Fund Balance Resolution
• Defeasance resolution for bonded debt

The Board of Trustees adopted the 2025-2026 budgets for the General Fund, Child Nutrition Fund, and Debt Service Fund. Additionally, the board approved a $21.6M amendment for administration and classroom replacement at John Marshall High School.

• Approved 2025-2026 budgets for General, Child Nutrition, and Debt Service funds (7-0)
• Approved $21,655,470.00 amendment for John Marshall HS administration and classroom replacement (7-0)
• Approved Budget Amendment No 4 for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 (7-0)
• Approved Commitment of Fund Balance Resolution (7-0)
• Approved resolution for the defeasance and redemption of outstanding obligations (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items including July meeting minutes and various bids/purchases (7-0)

Meeting of the Board Academics Committee

The Northside ISD Board Academics Committee will hold a discussion-only meeting. Topics include mental health services and supports, a draft EFB (Local) policy, creation of a School Library Advisory Council, library book list, special education programming update, 2025-2026 School Health Advisory Council, and an 1882 Partnership discussion. The committee will also approve minutes from June 11, 2025.

• Discussion of Mental Health Services and Supports
• Discussion of EFB (Local) Policy Draft
• Discussion of a School Library Advisory Council (SLAC) and Library Book List
• Special Education Programming Update
• Discussion of 1882 Partnership

Meeting of the Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee

The Northside ISD Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee will meet to approve minutes from April 2025 and discuss local policies regarding facility naming and personal communication devices. The meeting will be held at the Central Office.

• Approval of April 17, 2025 committee minutes
• Discussion of personal communication device facilities policy
• Discussion of facility naming policy
• Update 125

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Board Building Committee will discuss design, bid, and award status reports for district facilities. The meeting includes reviews of construction and engineering status reports and a discussion on interior graphics for O'Connor HS.

• Amendment #2 - GMP - Administration & Classroom Replacement - John Marshall HS (RFCSP #2024-164)
• Interior colors for District Baseball/Softball Complex (RFCSP #2024-027)
• Interior Graphics - ASTA at O'Connor HS
• Review of Change Orders
• Closed meeting regarding sites

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees held a called meeting on August 12, 2025, approving several consent agenda items, including an attendance credit agreement with the Texas Education Agency. They also adopted first readings of local policies on student electronic devices, admissions, and student activities. The board discussed Truth in Taxation requirements, bond defeasance opportunities, and the FY 2026 budget. In open session, they approved actions related to Senate Bill 12 grievance policy, a special education litigation settlement, and appointments of a principal, associate principal, and assistant principal.

• Approved Agreement for Purchase of Attendance Credits with TEA for 2025-2026 (netting Chapter 48 funding)
• Adopted first reading of Local Policy FNCE on student personal telecommunications/electronic devices
• Adopted first reading of Local Policy FD on Admissions and Local Policy FM on Student Activities
• Discussed Truth in Taxation requirements and FY 2026 budget planning update
• Appointed Principal at Rudder Middle School, Associate Principal at Mora Elementary, and Assistant Principal at O'Connor High School

The Board of Trustees approved several local policies, including a prohibition on student use of personal communication devices during the school day. The Board also approved a consent agenda covering attendance credits and juvenile board agreements. Budget and tax rate proposals for FY 2026 were discussed but not yet adopted.

• Approved Local Policy FNCE prohibiting student use of personal communication devices during the school day
• Approved Local Policy FD regarding Admissions
• Approved Local Policy FM regarding Student Activities
• Approved Agreement for the Purchase of Attendance Credits and delegated authority to the Superintendent
• Approved 4-H Extracurricular Status Request for Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
• Approved 2025-2026 Memorandum of Understanding with Bexar County Juvenile Board
• Approved School District Teaching Permits

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees - BOARD RETREAT

The board is holding a called meeting as a retreat to discuss 2025-2026 district goal setting, open enrollment and marketing updates, facility naming policy, and review of board operating procedures and code of ethics. No formal votes or public hearings are scheduled; all items are for discussion or information.

• 2025-2026 District Goal Setting (discussion)
• Open Enrollment and District Marketing Update (information)
• NISD Facility Naming Policy and Procedures (discussion)
• Review of NISD Board Operating Procedures and Code of Ethics (discussion)

The Board of Trustees conducted a retreat focused on team building and preliminary goal setting for the 2025-2026 school year. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded; the meeting consisted of discussions on district goals, facility naming policies, and board ethics.

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees - EISO TRAINING

This called meeting is solely for the required EISO training mandated for all Texas school board members every two years. No decisions or public hearings are scheduled. The training focuses on evaluating and improving academic performance.

• Evaluating and Improving Student Outcomes (EISO) training for board members

The Board of Trustees participated in Evaluating and Improving Student Outcomes (EISO) training. The session covered state standards, accountability systems, and district improvement strategies for reading, math, science, and college, career, and military readiness. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded.

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will consider approving a resolution to sell a 0.6442-acre tract at IH 410 & Valley Hi Dr (part of Sam Rayburn Middle School campus) to TxDOT for highway expansion. They will also set a public meeting for August 26, 2025 to discuss the FY 2026 budget and proposed tax rate. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, bids and purchases over $50,000, the quarterly investment report, and school district teaching permits. Executive session will cover the property sale, principal appointments at Marshall HS, Nichols ES, Pease MS, and other administrative positions.

• Resolution to sell 0.6442-acre tract on Sam Rayburn Middle School campus (IH 410 & Valley Hi Dr) to TxDOT for I-410 expansion
• Notice of public meeting on August 26, 2025 to discuss budget and proposed tax rate
• Consent agenda includes awarding of bids, RFP, and purchases over $50,000
• Quarterly Investment Report as of May 31, 2025
• Appointments of principals at Marshall HS, Nichols ES, Pease MS, and other administrators

The Board approved a public meeting date for the 2025 budget and tax rate. Trustees also approved a consent agenda covering June minutes, investment reports, and various bids and change orders. The Board received updates on FY 2026 budget planning and a proposed board room remodel.

• Approved public meeting date of August 26, 2025, to discuss budget and proposed tax rate (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including June meeting minutes, quarterly investment report, and teaching permits (6-0)
• Approved awarding of bids, requests for proposals, and purchases over $50,000 (6-0)
• Approved change orders (6-0)
• Tabled 4-H Extracurricular Status Request for Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service until Aug. 12

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Northside Independent School District Board Building Committee will discuss schematic designs for a cafeteria and athletic replacement at Oliver Wendell Holmes High School and interior colors for a district baseball/softball complex. The meeting will also include presentations on interior graphics, board room updates, and construction and engineering status reports.

• Review of cafeteria/kitchen & athletic replacement design at Oliver Wendell Holmes HS
• Review of interior colors for District Baseball/Softball Complex
• Presentation on interior graphics at O'Connor HS
• NISD Board Room Updates
• Construction and Engineering Status Reports

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The board approved the district’s 2025‑2026 Compensation Plan, setting salary increases of $2,500 for teachers with 3‑4 years of service, $5,000 for those with 5 or more years, a 4% increase for non‑exempt staff, and a 2%+ increase for all exempt staff. It also approved a public notice of intent to apply for federal grants. The board discussed a school finance overview and approved the appointment of a principal at Murnin Elementary and an associate principal at Lewis Elementary.

• Approval of 2025‑2026 Compensation Plan with specified salary increases
• Approval of public notice of intent to apply for federal grants
• Discussion of School Finance Overview
• Appointment of Principal at Murnin Elementary approved
• Appointment of Associate Principal at Lewis Elementary approved

The Board of Trustees approved the 2025-2026 Compensation Plan and the intent to apply for federal grants. The Board also appointed principals and assistant principals for four different campuses. Staff provided an overview of school finance and property tax components.

• Approved Public Notice of Intent to Apply for Federal Grants (5-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 Compensation Plan (6-0)
• Approved Appointment of Principal at Murnin ES
• Approved Appointment of Associate Principal at Lewis ES
• Approved Appointment of Assistant Principal at Briscoe MS
• Approved Appointment of Assistant Principal at Sotomayor

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is reviewing the proposed 2025-2026 Compensation Plan for inclusion in the budget. The body is also considering the sale of a 0.6442 acre tract of land from the Sam Rayburn Middle School campus to TxDOT. Other actions include approving building upgrades and school personnel appointments.

• Proposed 2025-2026 Compensation Plan for budget inclusion
• Sale of 0.6442 acre tract of Sam Rayburn Middle School land to TxDOT
• Bids, Requests for Proposals, and purchases over $50,000
• Building upgrades and Amendment #2 for John Jay/SEA HS (RFCSP #2024-109)
• Optional Flexible School Day for Chavez Academy for 2025-2026

The Board of Trustees approved a final amendment for building upgrades at John Jay/SEA HS and authorized a flexible school day for Chavez Academy. A proposed 2025-2026 compensation plan was discussed but will not be voted on until July 22.

• Approved $52,981,448.00 amendment for John Jay/SEA HS building upgrades (7-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 optional flexible school day for Chavez Academy (7-0)
• Approved partnership with Graduation Alliance to support off-track students (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including May meeting minutes and purchases over $50,000 (7-0)
• Approved exterior colors for John Jay/SEA HS building upgrades (7-0)
• Approved 25-26 Off-Campus PE Waiver (7-0)
• Tabled vote on 2025-2026 Compensation Plan until July 22

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Northside Independent School District Board Building Committee will meet to discuss construction status reports, engineering updates, and design details for the John Jay/SEA High School building upgrades. The committee will also approve minutes from a previous meeting.

• Approval of minutes from May 14, 2025 meeting
• Review of Amendment #2 - GMP for John Jay/SEA HS
• Review of exterior colors for John Jay/SEA HS
• Construction and Engineering status reports
• Closed meeting regarding sites

Meeting of the Board Academics Committee

The Northside ISD Board Academics Committee will vote on approving the minutes from May 15, 2025, and discuss three items: the School Health Advisory Committee annual report, a flexible school day proposal for Chavez Excel Academy, and an off-campus PE waiver for the 2025-26 school year.

• Approval of minutes from May 15, 2025 meeting
• 24-25 School Health Advisory Committee (SHAC) Annual Report
• 25-26 Optional Flexible School Day for Chavez Excel Academy
• 25-26 Off Campus PE Waiver

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The board approved a policy change increasing the per-unit cost for capitalized assets from $5,000 to $10,000, aligning with updated federal guidance. They received a legislative update on the 2025-26 budget and approved appointments for Academic Dean at Briscoe Middle School and Executive Director of Continuous Improvement. Discussions also included future agenda items and Team of 8 topics.

• Adoption of Board Policy CFB - Accounting: Inventories, raising capitalization threshold to $10,000
• Legislative update on the 2025-26 fiscal year budget
• Appointment of Academic Dean at Briscoe Middle School
• Appointment of Executive Director of Continuous Improvement
• Discussion of topics for Team of 8

The Board of Trustees approved a revision to Board Policy CFB - Accounting: Inventories. This change increases the per unit cost for capitalized assets from $5,000 to $10,000. The Board also received a legislative update regarding the 89th Texas Legislative Session.

• Approved adoption of Board Policy CFB - Accounting: Inventories (6-0)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is conducting a regular meeting to swear in newly elected members and approve several routine consent items. Key actions include extending a legal contract for delinquent property tax collection and approving instructional materials for middle school math.

• Administration of Oath of Office for Trustees Sonia L. Jasso, Laura Zapata, Carol Harle, and Karen Freeman
• Contract extension with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP for delinquent property tax collection through May 2030
• Approval of bids, RFPs, and purchases exceeding $50,000
• Approval of middle school math and Algebra I instructional materials
• Alamodome contract agreement for 2025-26 graduation dates

The Board of Trustees approved a series of routine items including the 2025-26 Professional Learning Plan and various campus improvement contracts. The board also swore in four newly elected or re-elected trustees and extended a contract for delinquent property tax collection.

• Sworn in Trustees Sonia L. Jasso, Laura Zapata, Carol Harle, and Karen Freeman
• Approved resolution to extend contract with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP for delinquent property tax collection
• Approved Alamodome Contract Agreement for 2025-26 graduation dates
• Approved Update 124 and FDA Local Policy
• Approved contractor for electrical improvements at various campuses (Project #25-002-143)
• Approved contractor for telecommunications cabling at various campuses (MAC #24-002-127)
• Approved 25-26 District Professional Learning Plan
• Approved 25-26 Staff Development Minutes Waiver

Meeting of Board of Finance Committee

The Board Finance Committee will discuss extending a contract with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP through May 2030, consider a policy revision raising the capitalized asset threshold from $5,000 to $10,000, and receive a FY2026 budget update. The committee will also approve prior meeting minutes and review a public notice for federal grant applications.

• Resolution to extend contract with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP through May 2030
• Policy revision CFB — Accounting: Inventories – increasing capitalized asset threshold from $5,000 to $10,000 per unit
• FY 2026 Budget Planning Update
• Public notice of intent to apply for federal grants
• Approval/Revision of minutes from February 20, 2025

Meeting of the Board Academics Committee

The committee will approve minutes from the April 17 meeting. It will discuss the 2025-2026 Middle School Math instructional materials. An update on the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) will be presented. The board will also consider a staff‑development minutes waiver and the district professional learning plan for 2025‑2026.

• Approval of minutes from the April 17, 2025 meeting
• Review of 2025‑2026 Middle School Math instructional materials
• Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) update
• Staff development minutes waiver for 2025‑2026
• District professional learning plan for 2025‑2026

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The committee will review several design, bid, and award status reports. Discussion items include interior colors for a baseball/softball complex and contractors for summer portable improvements across various campuses.

• Review of interior colors for District Baseball/Softball Complex (RFCSP #2024-027)
• Review of contractor for electrical improvements at various campuses for 2025 Summer Portables (IDQ RFP #2022-143, Project #25-002-143)
• Review of contractor for telecommunications cabling at various campuses for 2025 Summer Portables (IDQ RFP #2022-127, MAC #24-002-127)
• Review of change orders
• Construction and engineering status reports

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board approved an amendment for the John Marshall High School administration and classroom replacement project. It also approved the superintendent’s canvassing election, several staff and educator contracts, and the appointment of a Director of State and Federal Programs. A discussion was held on the FY 2026 budget planning update and other administrative policy matters.

• Approval of Amendment #1 for Administration & Classroom Replacement at John Marshall HS (GMP RFCSP #2024-164)
• Approval of Superintendent’s Canvassing Election
• Approval of Administrative Staff Contracts
• Approval of probationary, one‑year, and two‑year Professional Educator Contracts
• Appointment of Director of State and Federal Programs

The Board approved a construction amendment for John Marshall High School and certified the May 3 trustee election results. Members also approved administrative and educator contracts and appointed a new Director of State and Federal Programs.

• Approved $6,713,967.00 amendment for John Marshall HS Administration & Classroom Replacement (7-0)
• Approved Resolution Canvassing the Returns and Declaring Results of Trustee Election, May 3, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved Superintendent's recommendations for administrative staff and professional educator contracts (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Director of State and Federal Programs (7-0)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees met to recognize student achievements and approve several routine items via a consent agenda. Key actions included approving multiple contractor agreements for school upgrades, electrical improvements, and tennis court renovations.

• Contractor for electrical improvements at various campuses
• Contractor for paving and drainage upgrades at Meadow Village ES
• Contractor for portable relocations at various campuses
• Contractor for tennis court upgrades at John Jay HS
• Building upgrades amendment at John Jay/SEA HS

The Board of Trustees approved a consent agenda covering various district contracts, bids, and investment reports. Additionally, the Board approved a $4,628,099 amendment for building upgrades at John Jay/SEA HS. Several citizens addressed the board regarding concerns over the Fine Arts program.

• Approved Consent Agenda including March meeting minutes, depository bank services, and quarterly investment report (7-0)
• Approved various construction contracts for paving at Meadow Village ES and tennis court upgrades at John Jay HS (7-0)
• Approved electrical improvements for 2025 construction portables (7-0)
• Approved exterior colors for District Baseball/Softball Complex and Pat Neff MS upgrades (7-0)
• Approved waiver of penalty and interest on tax account #18159-040-0050 (7-0)
• Approved $4,628,099 amendment for building upgrades at John Jay/SEA HS

Meeting of the Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee

This meeting of the Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee includes discussion of open enrollment and Policy Update 124, as well as approval of minutes from the January 16, 2025 meeting. All items are for discussion only; no votes are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from the January 16, 2025 meeting
• Discussion of Open Enrollment
• Discussion of Policy Update 124

Meeting of the Board Academics Committee

The Northside Independent School District Board Academics Committee will convene to discuss educational programs and student registration numbers. The meeting will be held at the Northside Board Room and is subject to the Texas Government Code.

• Approval of March 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of educational programs
• Discussion of student registration numbers

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Board Building Committee will discuss the status of various design, bid, and award reports for district facilities. The meeting includes reviews of construction managers, contractors for specific campus improvements, and project status reports.

• Review of Construction Manager-at-Risk for Oliver Wendell Holmes HS cafeteria, kitchen, and athletic replacement
• Review of schematic design for Tom C. Clark HS Fine Arts Replacement
• Review of contractor for Meadow Village ES paving and drainage upgrades
• Review of contractor for John Jay HS tennis court upgrades
• Review of contractor for electrical improvements for 2025 construction portables

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss bank services and the Fiscal Year 2026 budget. The board also approved a resolution concerning the acquisition of property by the Medina Central Appraisal District.

• Approval of Resolution Acquisition of Property by Medina Central Appraisal District
• Discussion of Depository Bank Services Contract
• Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Workshop discussion

The Board of Trustees approved a resolution regarding the purchase and renovation of The Ridge Building in Hondo, Texas. Other items, including a bank services contract extension and the FY2026 budget, were discussed but not decided.

• Approved resolution for Medina Central Appraisal District's acquisition of 728 18th Street, Hondo, Texas (7-0)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with superintendent and board member reports, recognitions of staff and students, and a public comment period. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes from February 25, 2025, and multiple contracts for drainage, paving, roof, security, turf, and tennis court upgrades at various campuses. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Recognition of Laura Stephenson as Region 20 Dyslexia Service Provider of the Year
• Recognition of Heather Thatcher as Texas School Social Worker of the Year
• Contractor for drainage upgrades at William J. Brennan HS and Robert L. Vale MS
• Contractor for synthetic turf and track replacement at Gustafson Stadium
• Contractor for security upgrades at John C. Holmgreen and Nellie M. Reddix Centers

The Board of Trustees approved a series of facility contracts for drainage, paving, roofing, and security upgrades across several campuses. The board also approved an election services contract and designated Ben Muir as a backup submitter for TEA requests.

• Approved contractor for tennis court upgrades at Tom C. Clark and Sandra Day O'Connor HSs
• Approved election services contract
• Approved contractor for drainage upgrades at William J. Brennan HS and Robert L. Vale MS
• Approved contractor for energy controls and roof replacement at Ed Rawlinson MS
• Approved contractor for paving upgrades at Virginia A. Myers ES, John C. Holmgreen Center, and Earl Warren HS
• Approved contractor for synthetic turf and track replacement at Gustafson Stadium
• Approved contractor for security upgrades at John C. Holmgreen and Nellie M. Reddix Centers
• Designated Ben Muir as Superintendent designee for TEA/TEAL staff requests (June 2025-June 2026)

Meeting of the Board Academics Committee

The Board Academics Committee will meet to discuss several educational proposals and data reports. The committee is reviewing items related to instructional materials, summer programming, and classroom infrastructure.

• ECC proposal
• MAP data
• Outdoor classroom phases
• 2025 summer programs
• 2025-2026 instructional materials allotment and TEKS certification

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside Independent School District Board of Trustees is holding a called meeting to discuss the budget and conduct an executive session. No specific agenda items or votes are scheduled.

• Budget Discussion
• Executive Session authorized by Texas Government Code
• No Citizens to be Heard portion
• Meeting at Northside Activity Center

The Board of Trustees received a budget update regarding a deficit and the reassignment of jobs. Departments have been asked to cut 10% from their budgets. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded during this meeting.

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Board Building Committee will review several design, bid, and award status reports. Discussions include various campus upgrades ranging from drainage and paving to security and athletic facilities.

• Schematic Design for Administration & Classroom Replacement at John Marshall HS (RFCSP #2024-164)
• Drainage Upgrades at William J. Brennan HS (RFCSP #2025-009) and Robert L. Vale MS (RFCSP #2025-019)
• Energy Controls Upgrades at Ed Rawlinson MS (RFCSP #2025-020) and Roof Replacement at Ed Rawlinson MS (RFCSP #2025-022)
• Paving Upgrades at Virginia A. Myers ES & John C. Holmgreen Center (RFCSP #2025-010) and Earl Warren HS (RFCSP #2025-017)
• Security Upgrades for John C. Holmgreen & Nellie M. Reddix Centers (Project #2025-01-001)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hold public hearings regarding the 2024 Texas Academic Performance Report and HB 3 annual goals. The meeting also includes a consent agenda covering multiple construction and maintenance contracts across several campuses.

• Public hearing for 2024 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR)
• Public hearing for HB 3 Annual Report and Goals
• Sul Ross MS exterior/interior, athletics, lighting, and energy upgrades
• Boiler and air handler replacement at John C. Holmgreen & Nellie M. Reddix Centers
• Civil remediation at Randall H. Fields ES - Phase 2

The Board conducted public hearings regarding the 2024 Texas Academic Performance Report and HB 3 annual goals for literacy and math. The meeting primarily consisted of reports from the Superintendent and Trustees regarding student achievements and community events.

• Approved Consent Agenda items, including awarding of bids and purchases over $50,000
• Approved Quarterly Investment Report for November 30, 2024

Meeting of the Board of Finance Committee

The Northside ISD Board of Finance Committee will meet to approve minutes from January 2025, review the district's investment policy, and discuss Budget Amendment No. 2 for the 2024-25 fiscal year.

• Approval of January 7, 2025 Finance Committee minutes
• Review of investment policy and strategies
• Quarterly investment report for November 30, 2024
• Approval of independent sources of instruction for investment responsibilities
• Discussion of Budget Amendment No. 2 for 2024-25

Meeting of the Board Academics Committee

The Northside ISD Board Academics Committee will discuss several academic topics, including the 2024 TAPR and HB 3 goals, targeted improvement plans, and a possible advanced Spanish program at middle schools. Other discussion items cover magnet schools, HB 1605 and the Instructional Materials Review and Approval process, outdoor classroom phases, a universal screener pilot, partnerships with mental care facilities under 1882, and one-to-one device initiatives. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Discussion of magnet schools and their future
• Review of HB 1605 and the Instructional Materials Review and Approval (IMRA) process
• Update on outdoor classroom phases
• Universal screener pilot program discussion
• Possible partnership with mental care facilities under Texas Education Code 1882

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Northside ISD Board Building Committee will discuss design, bid, and award status reports for various construction projects, including roof replacements, lighting upgrades, and civil remediation at multiple schools. The committee will also review change orders and consultant appointments.

• Roof replacement at Communications Arts HS and William P. Hobby MS
• Boiler and air handler replacement at John C. Holmgreen & Nellie M. Reddix Centers
• Civil remediation at Randall H. Fields ES
• Playground shade structure at Dr. Linda Mora ES
• Tennis court upgrades at William J. Brennan HS, William P. Hobby MS, and Earl Rudder MS

Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is considering an agreement with three law firms to pursue damages related to youth social media usage and addiction. The meeting also includes discussions on district attendance rates and a resolution regarding employee pay for a weather-related closure.

• Proposed legal services contract with Thompson & Horton, LLP, Eiland & Bonnin, PC, and O’Hanlon, Demerath & Castillo, PC
• Resolution to pay employees for the January 21, 2025, district closure due to inclement weather
• Discussion of District and Campus Attendance Rates

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees approved a consent agenda including construction contracts for boiler and roof replacements at multiple schools, as well as the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year 2023-24.

• Approval of boiler replacement contractors for Christian Evers & Clarence Galm Elementary Schools
• Approval of roof replacement contractors for Ed Cody Elementary School and Earl Warren High School
• Approval of construction manager-at-risk for John Marshall High School
• Approval of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year 2023-24
• Discussion of NISD Board Room updates

The Board of Trustees approved the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year 2023-24 and selected a Construction Manager-at-Risk for administration and classroom replacement at John Marshall High School. A consent agenda was passed covering multiple facility repairs and administrative actions.

• Approved Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY 2023-24 (6-0)
• Approved Construction Manager-at-Risk for John Marshall High School replacement (7-0)
• Approved boiler replacements for Christian Evers, Clarence Galm, John Jay High, and Adams Hill Elementary (7-0)
• Approved roof replacements for Ed Cody Elementary and Earl Warren High School (7-0)
• Approved exterior masonry colors for Sul Ross Middle School athletic upgrades (7-0)
• Approved Corrective Action Plan for McKinney-Vento Students (7-0)
• Approved December meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved various bids, RFPs, and purchases over $50,000 (7-0)

Meeting of the Board Building Committee

The Board Building Committee will discuss several facility projects, including roof and boiler replacements and a classroom replacement project. The committee will also review change orders and consultant appointments.

• Construction Manager-at-Risk for Administration & Classroom Replacement at John Marshall High School (RFCSP #2024-164)
• Boiler replacement for Christian Evers & Clarence Galm Elementary Schools (RFCSP #2024-103) and John Jay High School & Adams Hill Elementary School (RFCSP #2024-093)
• Roof replacement for Ed Cody Elementary School (RFCSP #2024-085) and Earl Warren High School (RFCSP #2024-087)
• Exterior masonry colors for athletic upgrades at Sul Ross Middle School (RFCSP #2024-011)
• Review of change orders and consultant appointments

Meeting of the Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee

The Northside ISD Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee will meet to approve minutes from October 2024 and discuss policies regarding domestic violence stickers, cell phone usage, and state holidays.

• Approval of October 30, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of Domestic Violence Stickers policy
• Discussion of Cell Phone Usage at High Schools
• Discussion of State and Federal Holidays
• Discussion of Corrective Action Plan

Meeting of the Board of Finance Committee

The Board of Finance Committee will review the November 12, 2024, meeting minutes for approval. The committee will also discuss the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year 2023-24, which includes an audit performed by Whitley Penn.

• Approval of November 12, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2023-24
• Audit results from Whitley Penn