Dallas Independent School District public meetings in 2021
60 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees met to review the performance evaluation of the Superintendent of Schools for the 2020-21 school year. The agenda included a closed session to deliberate on personnel matters and an action item to approve the evaluation instrument and its results.
- Approval of the 2020-21 Superintendent of Schools' Evaluation Instrument and Results
- Closed session regarding the evaluation, duties, or discipline of a public officer or employee
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees met on December 16, 2021, and took action on several items, including approving a new redistricting map for single-member trustee districts based on the 2020 Census. The board also approved a resolution allowing trustees to serve out their terms after redistricting, amended board policy on elections, and passed a consent agenda covering financial reports, contracts, and other routine items. The meeting included recognitions, reports, a closed session for legal matters, and a public forum.
- Approved proposed redistricting map (Plan Z) revising single-member trustee district boundaries after 2020 Census (passed 7-2, with Foreman and Carreon voting no).
- Approved resolution authorizing trustees to serve remainder of their terms following redistricting.
- Approved 2021-2022 tax levy of $1,717,724,797.
- Authorized agreements for student and staff computing devices (not to exceed $95,000,000 over 3.5 years).
- Authorized increase to early learning prekindergarten services agreements (not to exceed $230,000, aggregate $1,430,000 through July 2022).
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The Board of Trustees will review the 2020-21 School FIRST rating and required disclosures. The meeting also includes a period for public comment regarding the annual financial management report.
- Discussion of 2020-21 School FIRST Rating and Required Disclosures
- Review of Dallas ISD 2019-20 School FIRST Rating
- Public comment on School FIRST Annual Financial Management Report
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees is holding a called meeting to consider and take possible action on the results of the 2020-21 superintendent evaluation and to approve the evaluation instrument, 2021-22 targets, and incentive plan. The board will also discuss the 2021-22 evaluation framework. A closed session is scheduled to deliberate on the superintendent's employment and performance.
- Action to approve 2020-21 superintendent evaluation results and incentives
- Discussion of 2021-22 superintendent evaluation instrument, targets, and incentive plan
- Action to approve 2021-22 superintendent evaluation instrument, targets, and incentive plan
- Closed session under Texas Gov't Code 551.074 for personnel matters
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees is holding a briefing to discuss and potentially take action on a range of items, including a $95 million computing device purchase, the 2021-2022 tax levy of $1.7 billion, and several construction contracts. The board will also review student outcome goals, policy updates, and enter closed session for legal, real estate, and personnel matters. This is a briefing meeting, with formal votes expected at the December 16 board meeting.
- Authorize up to $95,000,000 for student and staff computing devices over 3.5 years
- Approve 2021-2022 tax levy of $1,717,724,797
- Award $3,000,000 contract for Medical District K-8 STEM school renovation
- Approve lease with DISH Wireless at Franklin Stadium for $584,657.84 over 10 years
- Approve amendment to Student Code of Conduct for 2021-2022
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees is holding a called meeting to discuss redistricting plans and proposed maps, a resolution to allow board members to serve out their terms after redistricting, and a board policy on elections. The board will also meet in closed session for legal consultation on redistricting. No formal votes are listed on the agenda.
- Discussion of redistricting plan and proposed maps (Plan W, Plan Y, Plan Y ALT)
- Resolution authorizing trustees to serve remainder of terms following redistricting
- Discussion of Board Policy BBB (Local) on board member elections
- Closed session under Texas Gov't Code 551.071 for legal advice on redistricting
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This is a special employee hearing of the Dallas ISD Board of Trustees. The board will hear a Level III grievance appeal from Gabriela Gonzalez and may take action on the administration's personnel recommendation regarding the appeal. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss personnel matters as permitted by Texas law.
- Level III Grievance Appeal of Gabriela Gonzalez
- Action on administration's personnel recommendation regarding Gonzalez's appeal
- Closed session under Texas Open Meetings Act for personnel discussion
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees met on November 18, 2021, to consider and take action on a 28-item consent agenda, which included approving minutes, financial reports, and several school renamings. The board also discussed reports from the superintendent and trustees, and heard public comments. The consent agenda was approved as amended, with all items passing.
- Approved consent agenda items 6.01-6.28 as amended, including renamings of Herbert Marcus Elementary to Marcus Leadership Academy, Julius Dorsey Elementary to Julius Dorsey Leadership Academy, Eddie Bernice Johnson Elementary to Eddie Bernice Johnson STEM Academy, Oliver W. Holmes Humanities Communications Academy to John Lewis Social Justice Academy, and naming future Downtown Project site Nolan Estes Plaza.
- Authorized agreements with vendors for Early Learning Home Visiting Programs, not to exceed $5,000,000 over five years.
- Ratified the monthly financial report for September 2021, the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY2021, the tax report, bills/claims, and first quarter investment report.
- Approved the proposed 2022-2023 campus staffing formulas.
- Pulled items 6.10-6.14 regarding P-TECH agreements for Kimball, North Dallas, Seagoville, South Oak Cliff, and Sunset high schools.
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees is holding a called meeting to discuss proposed redistricting maps. The agenda includes a closed session for legal consultation on redistricting, followed by a public discussion of the proposed maps. No formal action is listed on the agenda.
- Discussion of Proposed Maps (Plan W and Proposed Plan Called Board Meeting 111621)
- Closed session under Texas Gov't Code 551.071 for legal consultation on redistricting
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The Dallas ISD Audit Committee is meeting to review and possibly approve the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY2021, along with reports from external auditors Weaver. They will also hear updates on the district's financial status, maintenance work order system, E-Rate program audit, and various internal audit reports.
- Consider approval of FY2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
- Report on District Financial Update by CBO Dwayne Thompson
- Report on FY2020-2021 E-Rate Program Audit by Whitley Penn
- Status of CMAR Construction Audit
- Report on District Hotline
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees is holding a called meeting to discuss proposed redistricting maps. The agenda includes a closed session for legal consultation on redistricting matters, followed by a public discussion of the proposed maps. No formal action is listed on the agenda.
- Discussion of proposed redistricting maps
- Closed session for legal consultation on redistricting
- Presentation of DISD Trustee Plan Comparisons and revised redistricting plan
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees is holding an employee hearing to consider two Level III grievance appeals, from Robert Adame and Synthia Bryant. The board will discuss the appeals in closed session and may take action on the administration's personnel recommendations in open session.
- Level III Grievance Appeal of Robert Adame
- Level III Grievance Appeal of Synthia Bryant
- Action on administration's personnel recommendation for Robert Adame
- Action on administration's personnel recommendation for Synthia Bryant
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The Superintendent's Evaluation Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to consider and possibly recommend to the full board the superintendent's evaluation instrument and 2021-2022 targets. The agenda includes a public forum for registered speakers. The meeting is open to the public and will be broadcast live.
- Consider and take possible action to recommend superintendent evaluation instrument and 2021-2022 targets
- Public forum for speakers registered with Board Services
- Meeting held live and by video conference at Turney W. Leonard Governance and Training Center
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees is holding a briefing meeting to discuss and potentially take action on a range of items, including school renamings, construction contracts, and financial reports. The agenda includes a closed session for legal, real estate, and personnel matters. Several items are marked as 'pulled' by the administration, meaning they will not be considered.
- Renaming Herbert Marcus Elementary to Marcus Leadership Academy, Julius Dorsey Elementary to Julius Dorsey Leadership Academy, Eddie Bernice Johnson Elementary to Eddie Bernice Johnson STEM Academy, and Oliver W. Holmes Humanities Communications Academy to John Lewis Social Justice Academy
- Approving Guaranteed Maximum Price for West Dallas STEM School construction, not to exceed $21,928,951 in bond funds
- Approving contract to renovate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Arts Academy, not to exceed $3,773,885 in bond funds
- Authorizing agreements for early learning home visiting programs, not to exceed $5,000,000 over five years
- Approving 2022-2023 campus staffing and non-position formulas
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees met on October 28, 2021, to consider and take action on a consent agenda of 41 items, including contracts, policy amendments, and interlocal agreements. The board approved the consent agenda as amended, which included a $12 million library services contract, a $275,000 beverage vendor partnership, and multiple P-TECH program agreements with Dallas College and various partners. Several items were pulled from the consent agenda for discussion but ultimately passed with the amended agenda.
- Approved consent agenda items 7.01-7.41 as amended, including a $12,000,000 library print, digital, and processing services contract over five years.
- Authorized an exclusive beverage vendor partnership for districtwide use, not to exceed $275,000 over five years.
- Approved interlocal agreements for P-TECH programs at Kimball, North Dallas, Seagoville, South Oak Cliff, and Sunset high schools with partners like Redhouse Virtual Education, Metrocare Services, Stemuli Education, and Children's Health System.
- Approved an interlocal agreement with the University of North Texas for a Master's Degree in Autism Intervention, not to exceed $103,257 over three years.
- Authorized agreements for districtwide software products and services, not to exceed $4,500,000 over one year.
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The Superintendent's Evaluation Ad Hoc Committee met to discuss the evaluation instrument and targets for the 2021-22 school year. The committee also held a discussion regarding the Superintendent's Incentive Plan.
- Discussion of Superintendent of Schools' Evaluation Instrument and 2021-22 Targets
- Discussion of Superintendent’s Incentive Plan
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees is holding a briefing to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a $12 million library services contract, multiple P-TECH partnership agreements, and various procurement and policy matters. The board will also enter closed session for legal, real estate, personnel, and security discussions. Public comments are limited to registered speakers on agenda items.
- Library print, digital, and processing services contract up to $12,000,000 over five years
- Exclusive beverage vendor partnership up to $275,000 over five years
- P-TECH agreements for Kimball, North Dallas, Seagoville, South Oak Cliff, and Sunset high schools with Dallas College and partners
- Radio communication solution contract up to $5,000,000 over five years
- Plumbing services contract increase to $11,873,000 aggregate
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The Dallas ISD Board is holding a special employee hearing meeting to address two personnel matters. The board will first hear a ruling on the TEA Examiner's decision regarding Ruth Bolding, followed by a Level III grievance appeal from Robert Adame. Both items involve closed sessions to discuss personnel, with potential action taken in open session afterward.
- Ruling on TEA Examiner's decision for Ruth Bolding (first hearing)
- Level III grievance appeal of Robert Adame (second hearing)
- Action item on personnel recommendation ruling for Robert Adame
- Closed sessions authorized under Texas Government Code 551.074
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees is holding a called meeting to discuss initial redistricting maps and community feedback, as well as the timeline and next steps for the redistricting process. The board will also convene in closed session to consult with attorneys about legal matters related to redistricting. No formal action is listed on the agenda; items are for discussion and information only.
- Presentation of initial redistricting maps and community feedback
- Discussion of initial maps and community feedback
- Discussion of timeline and next steps, including community meetings and tele-townhalls
- Closed session under Texas Government Code 551.071 for legal consultation on redistricting
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees is holding a called meeting to consider several action items, including a COVID-19 testing contract (pulled by administration), a DART pass interlocal agreement, and multiple cooperative purchasing agreements. The board will also hear public comments and take formal action on these items.
- COVID-19 testing agreements with TEA-approved vendors (not to exceed $15,377,481 through June 30, 2022) — pulled by administration
- Interlocal agreement for DART passes and vouchers (not to exceed $1,000,000 through June 30, 2023)
- Cooperative purchasing agreements for as-needed products/services (not to exceed $7,000,000 through June 30, 2022) and waiver of 3-quote requirement
- Master intergovernmental cooperative purchasing agreements with EPIC6, Equalis Group, NCPA, SETX, Sourcewell (no financial impact)
- Public comment period with registration required by 5 p.m. the day before
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This meeting, a Board of Trustees Workshop, was cancelled. The agenda included only procedural items such as a moment of silence, pledge of allegiance, and a discussion item on Maptitude redistricting tool training. No formal actions were taken.
- Meeting cancelled
- Maptitude redistricting tool training (discussion only)
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The Superintendent's Evaluation Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss the evaluation instrument for the Superintendent of Schools and the 2021-22 targets. The agenda includes a presentation on the draft evaluation document. No formal action is listed beyond discussion.
- Discussion of Superintendent's Evaluation Instrument and 2021-22 Targets (presentation, draft PDF attached)
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The Dallas ISD Audit Committee is meeting to consider approving prior meeting minutes, re-appointing a community advisor, and accepting internal audit reports. The committee will also receive reports on the district's financial update, maintenance work order system, audit plan status, hotline reports, and construction auditing. A closed session is scheduled to discuss security personnel and a security audit.
- Approve minutes of May 19, 2021
- Re-appoint Christopher Lewis as non-voting community advisor
- Report on district financial update by CBO Dwayne Thompson
- Report on status of maintenance work order system
- Accept and make final internal audit reports
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees is holding a briefing on September 9, 2021, to discuss and potentially act on a range of items, including student outcome goals, policy amendments, interlocal agreements with universities, and construction contracts. The agenda includes a closed session for legal, real estate, and personnel matters. Several items are for discussion only, while others are scheduled for action at the September 23 board meeting.
- Authorize civil engineering services agreements up to $10,000,000 over seven years
- Authorize structural engineering services agreements up to $10,000,000 over seven years
- Approve interlocal agreements with Texas A&M University-Commerce for master's degree and pathway programs
- Approve P-TECH agreements with Dallas College for Bryan Adams, Carter, Conrad, Jefferson, and W.T. White high schools
- Ratify grant applications up to $2,205,732 in special revenue funds
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees is holding a called meeting to discuss and potentially act on redistricting, including a presentation on initial survey results and the appointment of a Redistricting Community Advisory Committee. The board will also enter closed session to consult with its attorney on legal matters related to redistricting.
- 2021 Redistricting Presentation
- Presentation on Initial Survey Results
- Discussion on Appointment of a Redistricting Community Advisory Committee
- Action on Appointment of a Redistricting Community Advisory Committee
- Closed session for legal consultation on redistricting
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees met to approve several statutory and consent agenda items. Key actions included ratifying litigation regarding district mask requirements and setting the 2021-2022 tax rates.
- Approved property tax rate increase to $1.248235, a 6.36 percent increase
- Ratified litigation regarding the District's decision to temporarily require masks
- Authorized marketing services vendor pool not to exceed $12,000,000 over five years
- Authorized ceramic kiln supplies and maintenance not to exceed $1,500,000 over five years
- Approved van rental for athletic events not to exceed $700,000 over five years
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The Dallas Independent School District Board will hold a closed session to discuss a personnel complaint and then take action on the administration's recommendation regarding the appeal of employee Delanna Sanders. The meeting is scheduled for August 26, 2021, at the Turney W. Leonard Governance and Training Center. No other public business or budget items are listed on this agenda.
- Consider and take possible action on the administration's personnel recommendation ruling on the appeal decision of Delanna Sanders
- Closed session to discuss personnel or hear complaints against personnel under Texas Open Meetings Act
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The Board Briefing includes discussions on various district operations, including student outcome goals and superintendent reports. The agenda features several proposals for long-term service agreements and the setting of 2021-2022 tax rates.
- Marketing services contract not to exceed $12,000,000 over five years
- Wireless voice and data hardware and software purchase not to exceed $10,500,000 over five years
- Athletic event van rental and services contract not to exceed $700,000 over five years
- Ceramic kiln supplies and maintenance contract not to exceed $1,500,000 over five years
- Setting the 2021-2022 Maintenance and Operations tax rate at $1.006200 and Debt Service tax rate at $0.242035
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The Board met to consider an interlocal acquisition agreement with Region 4 Education Service Center. The action involves purchasing fixed home internet services for students districtwide through Operation Connectivity.
- Interlocal Acquisition Agreement with Region 4 Education Service Center for student home internet services, not to exceed $18,000,000 over thirteen months
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The Dallas ISD Board met to discuss and vote on the 2021 redistricting process. The Board officially adopted both the timeline and the specific criteria for the redistricting process.
- Adopted the Dallas ISD 2021 Redistricting Timeline and Process
- Adopted the Criteria for the Dallas ISD 2021 Redistricting Process
- Closed session regarding legal matters related to redistricting
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The Dallas ISD Board will conduct employee hearings regarding Level III grievance appeals. The meeting includes closed sessions to discuss personnel matters and potential actions regarding administration rulings.
- Level III Grievance Appeal of Stacey Chisolm
- Level III Grievance Appeal of Delanna Sanders
- Consideration of administration personnel recommendation rulings
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees is holding a public hearing to discuss the 2021-2022 Federal Programs, including the ESSER plan. The meeting includes a public forum for registered speakers and a presentation on the federal programs. No formal votes are scheduled; the agenda is primarily for discussion and public input.
- Public hearing on 2021-2022 Federal Programs and ESSER plan
- Public forum with 3-minute speaking limit per person
- Meeting held live and via Zoom due to COVID-19
- Broadcast live on dallasisdtx.swagit.com
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent will hold a workshop to discuss the redistricting process, including a presentation by legal counsel on the protocol, baseline costs, and deadlines. The board will also receive trustee feedback on the matter. The meeting includes a closed session for private consultation with the attorney, and the rest of the agenda is procedural.
- Presentation of redistricting protocol and baseline cost by legal counsel
- General overview of redistricting process and deadlines
- Trustee feedback on redistricting
- Closed session under Texas Government Code 551.071 for attorney consultation
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees met on May 27, 2021, to consider and take action on a range of items, including a consent agenda covering 54 items. The board approved the consent agenda as amended, which included renaming Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School to Franklin D. Roosevelt High School of Innovation and naming several facilities within the school. The board also approved legal counsel for re-districting and other routine items.
- Approved renaming Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School to Franklin D. Roosevelt High School of Innovation
- Approved naming of new athletics wing as Holley, Thomas, James Athletics Complex
- Approved naming of new band hall as Ross+Robertson Band Hall
- Approved naming of new fine arts building as Dr. Lew Blackburn Fine Arts Wing
- Approved expenditures for TEA-mandated Effective School Framework providers (not to exceed $600,000)
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This is a called board meeting focused on organizational matters: swearing in newly elected trustees for Districts 1, 3, and 9, and electing board officers (President, 1st and 2nd Vice-President, Secretary). The board will also recognize a scholarship recipient. No policy or budget items are on the agenda.
- Swearing in ceremony for Districts 1, 3, and 9
- Election of officers: President, 1st Vice-President, 2nd Vice-President, Secretary
- Recognition of Council of the Great City Schools Green-Garner Scholarship recipient
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees is holding a called meeting to discuss the selection of legal counsel for redistricting, including presentations from prospective law firms. The meeting is being held live and via video conference due to COVID-19 restrictions, with public participation limited to registered speakers by phone. No formal action is listed on the agenda; the redistricting counsel discussion is an information item.
- Discussion of legal counsel for re-districting, including presentations by prospective law firms
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The Dallas ISD Board is meeting to consider a construction contract for the Career Institute North. The action item involves approving a guaranteed maximum price for phase four of the project scope.
- Approval of Guaranteed Maximum Price Four (GMP 004) for Turner | Source a Joint Venture, not to exceed $41,831,390.00 in bond funds
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The Dallas ISD Audit Committee is meeting to review financial updates, internal audit reports, and the status of the maintenance work order system. They will consider approving the FY2021-2022 Internal Audit Department budget and annual audit plan, and may make changes to the internal audit and committee charters. The meeting includes a public forum and a closed session for legal and personnel matters.
- Report on District Financial Update by Dwayne Thompson, CBO
- Consider approval of FY2021-2022 Internal Audit Department budget
- Consider approval of FY2021-2022 Annual Audit Plan
- Consider accepting and making final internal audit reports
- Closed session for legal advice, personnel, and security matters
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees will hold a briefing meeting on May 13, 2021, to discuss and potentially take action on several items, including renaming Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School and its facilities, approving contracts, and reviewing reports. The meeting will be held virtually due to COVID-19, with public participation by phone.
- Renaming Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School to Franklin D. Roosevelt High School of Innovation
- Naming new athletics wing at Roosevelt HS as Holley, Thomas, James Athletics Complex
- Naming new band hall as Ross+Robertson Band Hall and choir hall as Lloyd+Roberts Choir Hall
- Approving expenditures for Effective School Framework providers (not to exceed $600,000 for one year)
- Authorizing agreements for professional development and contracted services (not to exceed $10,000,000 over five years)
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The Dallas ISD Board held a called meeting on May 13, 2021, to consider and approve a construction contract for the Career Institute at Walnut Hill. The board approved a Guaranteed Maximum Price of $12,697,798 in bond funds for structural concrete and steel work. The meeting was held virtually due to COVID-19, with public comment by phone.
- Approved GMP 003 for Turner | Source Joint Venture, CMAR for Career Institute at Walnut Hill
- Contract amount: $12,697,798 in bond funds
- Motion passed with 7 yes votes, no no votes
- Public comment registration deadline: 5 p.m. day before meeting
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The Dallas ISD Board is holding an employee hearing meeting, primarily in closed session, to discuss personnel matters or complaints. The open session includes rulings on two specific employee cases: one involving Luke Nuttall and a TEA hearing examiner's decision, and another on an appeal from the Alliance AFT appraisal/TEI group grievance. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.
- Ruling on TEA Hearing Examiner's Decision for Luke Nuttall
- Ruling on Appeal Decision for Alliance AFT Appraisal/TEI Group Grievance
- Closed session under Texas Open Meetings Act for personnel discussions
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The Dallas Independent School District Board of Trustees met on May 11, 2021, to formally adopt a resolution canvassing the returns of the general election held on May 1, 2021. The agenda focused on declaring the results for the election of three members to the Board of Trustees in Districts 1, 3, and 9. The meeting was held remotely via Zoom due to pandemic-related mandates, with public comment limited to registered speakers.
- Adoption of Resolution Canvassing the Returns and Declaring the Results of the General Election Held May 1, 2021
- Election results for Board of Trustees District 1
- Election results for Board of Trustees District 3
- Election results for Board of Trustees District 9
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees held a called meeting on May 10, 2021, to consider two resolutions. The board approved a resolution regarding local oversight of public schools and a resolution on creating more inclusive and equitable learning environments. The meeting was held virtually due to COVID-19, with public comment by phone.
- Approved resolution on local oversight of public schools (vote: 4-2, 1 abstention)
- Approved resolution on inclusive and equitable learning environments (unanimous)
- Closed session for attorney consultation on litigation
- Public comment registration required by 5 p.m. day before meeting
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees met on April 22, 2021, to consider and take action on a consent agenda of 37 items. The board approved the consent agenda as amended, which included the consolidation of Elisha M. Pease Elementary into W. W. Bushman and the renaming of the latter to Albert C. Black Elementary School. The board also approved several contracts and financial items, including a $7 million agreement for extracurricular study materials and a $1.125 million increase for marketing services.
- Approved consolidation of Elisha M. Pease into W. W. Bushman, renaming to Albert C. Black Elementary (2023-2024).
- Approved $7,000,000 agreement for extracurricular study materials and services.
- Approved $1,125,000 increase for marketing and advertising services.
- Approved $18,000,000 agreement for multifunctional copiers and services.
- Approved tuition rates for prekindergarten: $4,100/year for tuition-supported program.
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The Dallas ISD Board will convene for an employee hearing regarding a ruling on the appeal decision of Kelvin Lee. The meeting will also include a closed session to discuss or hear complaints against personnel.
- Ruling on the Appeal Decision of Kelvin Lee
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees is holding a public complaint hearing to consider two complaints filed by Zachariah C. Manning under Board Policy GF (Local). The board will hear the complaints, then retire to closed session for legal and personnel discussions, and may issue rulings on each complaint. The meeting is being held live and via Zoom due to COVID-19.
- Public complaint hearing on two complaints by Zachariah C. Manning (dated Feb 26 and Mar 2, 2020)
- Closed session under Texas Gov't Code 551.071 (attorney consultation) and 551.074 (personnel matters)
- Potential rulings on each complaint under Board Policy GF (Local)
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The Board Briefing includes discussions on consolidating Elisha M. Pease Elementary into W. W. Bushman Elementary. The agenda also covers updates on student outcome goals, budget assumptions, and several vendor agreements for districtwide services.
- Proposed consolidation of Elisha M. Pease Elementary with W. W. Bushman Elementary
- Renaming of Highland Meadows Elementary School to Personalized Learning Academy at Highland Meadows
- Contract increase for marketing and advertising services not to exceed $1,125,000
- Vendor agreement for drug and alcohol testing and medical examinations not to exceed $1,000,000 over five years
- Agreement for extracurricular activities study materials and supplies not to exceed $7,000,000 over five years
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The Dallas ISD Board is meeting to consider employee appeals, specifically rulings on appeals by Marilyn Taylor and Stacey Chisolm. The board will first convene in closed session to discuss personnel matters, as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act, with any formal action taken in open session. The agenda is otherwise procedural, consisting of notice, closed session, rulings, and adjournment.
- Closed session to discuss personnel or hear complaints against personnel
- Ruling on appeal decision of Marilyn Taylor
- Ruling on appeal decision of Stacey Chisolm
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees met on March 25, 2021, to take action on a consent agenda covering 38 items, including school renamings, vendor contracts, and waivers. The board also voted to cancel the May 1, 2021 general election for Districts 1 and 3, certifying unopposed candidates, and approved a resolution nominating Superintendent Michael Hinojosa for a statewide award.
- Approved renaming Edward H. Cary Middle School to Walnut Hill International Leadership Academy, Stephen J. Hay School to Dallas Hybrid Preparatory at Stephen J. Hay, John Ireland Elementary to Sylvia Mendez CREW Leadership Academy, Sidney Lanier Expressive Arts Vanguard to Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard, and John H. Reagan Elementary to Bishop Arts STEAM Academy.
- Approved adding Prestonwood Montessori at E.D. Walker to E.D. Walker Middle School.
- Authorized agreements for professional development and contracted services for assessment, bilingual ESL, and special education (not to exceed $2,700,000 over five years).
- Authorized agreement for service management software (not to exceed $350,000 over 15 months).
- Amended fiber optic network agreement to increase by $9,500,000, with aggregate not to exceed $47,500,000 through June 30, 2023.
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The Dallas Independent School District Board of Trustees scheduled a meeting for March 25, 2021, which was subsequently cancelled. The agenda included a closed session to discuss personnel matters and a ruling on an appeal decision for Marilyn Taylor. No formal actions were taken because the meeting did not occur.
- Meeting status: CANCELLED
- Agenda item: Ruling on the Appeal Decision for Marilyn Taylor
- Agenda item: Closed Session to discuss personnel or hear complaints against personnel
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The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees is holding a briefing to discuss and take possible action on several items, including canceling the May 1, 2021 election for Districts 1 and 3, renaming multiple schools, and approving contracts and waivers. The meeting is held virtually due to COVID-19, with public participation by phone registration only.
- Adopt order canceling May 1, 2021 general election for Districts 1 and 3 and certify unopposed candidates
- Renaming Edward H. Cary Middle School to Walnut Hill International Leadership Academy
- Renaming Stephen J. Hay School to Dallas Hybrid Preparatory at Stephen J. Hay
- Renaming John H. Reagan Elementary School to Bishop Arts STEAM Academy
- Authorize vendor pool for racial equity training (not to exceed $6,000,000 over five years, pulled from agenda)
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This meeting of the Dallas ISD Board was cancelled. The agenda included only a closed session to discuss personnel matters and a ruling on an appeal for Maetasha Brown-Montgomery, but no formal action was taken because the meeting did not occur.
- Meeting cancelled
- Closed session authorized under Texas Open Meetings Act for personnel matters
- Ruling on appeal for Maetasha Brown-Montgomery (information item)
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The Dallas Independent School District Procurement Ad Hoc Committee met on March 10, 2021, via video conference and in person at the Turney W. Leonard Governance and Training Center. The agenda consisted of procedural items, a review of audits with policy discussion, and a discussion of next steps. No specific contracts, dollar amounts, or formal votes were listed in the provided agenda text.
- Review of Audits and Policy Discussion
- Discussion of Next Steps
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The Dallas ISD Audit Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on audit-related items, including approving previous meeting minutes, accepting internal audit reports, and receiving updates on the district's financial status, maintenance work order system, hotline reports, and audit plan. The meeting includes a public forum and a closed session for legal and personnel matters.
- Approve minutes of November 12, 2020
- Report on District Financial Update by CBO Dwayne Thompson
- Report on Maintenance Work Order System status
- Consider accepting internal audit reports
- Report on District Hotline and audit plan status
BoardDocs Archived Meetings 2015-2025
The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees met on February 25, 2021, to consider and take action on a range of items, including consent agenda items covering construction contracts, vendor agreements, and policy waivers. The board approved all consent agenda items as amended, including major funding for the Edward H. Cary Middle School and Thomas Jefferson High School projects. The meeting was held virtually due to COVID-19, with public participation by phone.
- Approved $39,068,549 for Edward H. Cary Middle School (PK-8) new construction (HCBECK, Ltd., CMAR)
- Approved $89,737,278 for Thomas Jefferson High School additions and renovations (HCBECK, Ltd., CMAR)
- Approved waiver applications to TEA for professional development days, modified testing schedules, and hybrid instruction for K-8 on testing days
- Approved agreement for home-based preschool enrichment program (HIPPY) not to exceed $115,000 for one year
- Approved $1,045,000 over three years for poster printers, supplies, and services districtwide
BoardDocs Archived Meetings 2015-2025
This meeting of the Dallas ISD Audit Committee was cancelled. The agenda included items such as approving minutes, financial updates, internal audit reports, and a closed session, but no action was taken.
- Meeting cancelled
- Agenda included approval of November 12, 2020 minutes
- Financial update by Dwayne Thompson, CBO
- Status of maintenance work order system
- Internal audit reports and follow-up
BoardDocs Archived Meetings 2015-2025
The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees is holding a briefing to discuss and potentially act on a range of items, including major construction contracts, bond refunding, and policy changes. The agenda includes closed session for legal, real estate, and personnel matters, as well as several informational reports on blended learning, bond 2020, and equity. The board will also consider approving minutes, waivers, and various agreements.
- Ratify GMP 003 for HCBECK, LTD. at Edward H. Cary Middle School (PK-8) not to exceed $39,068,549
- Ratify GMP 003 for HCBECK, LTD. at Thomas Jefferson High School additions/renovations not to exceed $89,737,278
- Approve issuance of Unlimited Tax Refunding Bonds Series 2021B up to $513,475,000
- Approve issuance of Unlimited Tax Refunding Bonds Series 2021A up to $180,965,000
- Approve agreement for home-based preschool program (HIPPY) not to exceed $115,000
BoardDocs Archived Meetings 2015-2025
The Dallas ISD Board is meeting for an employee hearing. The board will enter closed session to discuss personnel matters or hear complaints against personnel, as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act. A ruling on the appeal decision of Brianna Dawson is on the agenda. The meeting is held virtually due to COVID-19.
- Closed session under Texas Government Code Chapter 551, Section .074 to discuss personnel or hear complaints
- Ruling on the appeal decision of Brianna Dawson
BoardDocs Archived Meetings 2015-2025
The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including approving school calendars for 2021-2023, with intersession calendars costing up to $90 million. The board will also consider attendance boundary changes for Hotchkiss and Jill Stone elementary schools, along with various contracts and policy updates. The meeting includes a closed session for legal, real estate, and personnel matters.
- Approve 2021-22 and 2022-23 base and intersession school calendars (intersession not to exceed $90M)
- Approve attendance boundary changes for Hotchkiss and Jill Stone Elementary Schools for fall 2021
- Authorize contracts for external legal services (up to $5M annually for two years)
- Approve Scholastic as publisher for English/Spanish materials (up to $10M over eight years)
- Ratify monthly financial report for November 2020
BoardDocs Archived Meetings 2015-2025
The Dallas ISD Board of Trustees is holding a called meeting on January 14, 2021, to consider and possibly approve the selection of a Chief Internal Auditor. The meeting includes a public forum for registered speakers, a closed session to deliberate on the appointment, and a final action item on the selection. The meeting will be held live and by video conference due to COVID-19 restrictions.
- Public forum: speakers must register by 5 p.m. the day before the meeting
- Closed session under Texas Gov't Code 551.074 to discuss the Chief Internal Auditor position
- Action item: approve selection of a Chief Internal Auditor