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Northside Independent School District, TX

Northside Independent School District public meetings in 2023

44 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 12, 2023

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Board approves 2024-25 and 2025-26 academic calendars and multiple construction contracts

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees held a regular meeting on December 12, 2023, approving a consent agenda that included numerous construction and repair contracts, as well as the 2024-25 and 2025-26 district academic calendars. The board also discussed and approved schematic designs for building upgrades at Colonies North Elementary School, discussed video boards and golf practice facilities, and considered a policy on employee standards of conduct. Several personnel appointments were made in open session following executive session discussions.

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Mon Dec 11, 2023

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Northside ISD board committee to discuss employee conduct, facility naming policies

The Northside ISD Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee will meet to discuss and possibly approve several policy items, including employee standards of conduct, facility naming rules, and campus charter policies. They will also consider deleting two local policies and discuss internal audit options, a veterans memorial, and trustee conference participation. The meeting is open to the public, with sign-up required to speak.

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Wed Dec 6, 2023

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Board Building Committee reviews design, contractors for school upgrades

The Northside ISD Board Building Committee is meeting to review schematic designs, contractor selections, and change orders for various school construction and repair projects. They will also discuss consultant appointments, delivery methods, and receive presentations on security initiatives, athletic facilities, and project status reports. The meeting includes a possible closed session on sites.

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Tue Dec 5, 2023

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Board Academics Committee to discuss 2024-26 academic calendars

The Northside ISD Board Academics Committee is meeting to discuss several academic items, including approval of minutes from November 6, 2023, the 24-25 and 25-26 district academic calendars, NXT Level Youth Opportunity Calendars, and an accountability update. No final decisions are listed; items are for discussion.

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Tue Nov 14, 2023

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NISD board approves reallocating 2018 bond surplus funds

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees is meeting to approve routine consent agenda items, including reallocating surplus construction funds from the 2018 bond, awarding contracts for facility upgrades, and approving waivers. They will also discuss the attendance zone for the new M'Lissa Chumbley Elementary School and vote on CAD board elections. The meeting includes reports from the superintendent and board members, plus a possible executive session for personnel matters.

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Wed Nov 8, 2023

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Board Building Committee to review contractors for multiple facility upgrades

The Northside ISD Board Building Committee is meeting to discuss and review contractors for various facility projects, including access control, boiler, chiller, electrical, lighting, and roof replacements, as well as surveillance camera upgrades. The committee will also consider change orders, consultant appointments, construction delivery methods, and receive presentations on topics such as the 2018 Bond Program and athletic initiatives. A closed session may be held to discuss sites.

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Mon Nov 6, 2023

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Board Academics Committee discusses calendars and academic updates

The Board Academics Committee will meet to discuss several academic topics including district calendars and course proposals. The meeting also includes updates on Pre-K, accountability goals, and artificial intelligence.

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Tue Oct 24, 2023

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NISD board approves bond orders, budget amendment, and multiple construction contracts

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees held a regular meeting on October 24, 2023, approving a consent agenda that included bond issuance orders, a budget amendment, and various construction contracts. The board also recognized Purple Star campuses and heard public comments. The meeting included a public hearing on the district's financial rating.

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Fri Oct 20, 2023

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Board Building Committee reviews school construction, upgrades, and contracts

The Northside ISD Board Building Committee is meeting to discuss design, bidding, and award status for multiple school projects, including schematic designs, exterior colors, and contractor selections. They will also review change orders, consultant appointments, construction delivery methods, and project status reports. The agenda includes several items for discussion, with no final votes scheduled.

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Thu Oct 19, 2023

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Finance Committee to review insurance, debt, and budget items

The Northside ISD Board Finance Committee is meeting to discuss financial matters including property insurance renewal, consultant selection, investment reports, debt management, and a budget amendment. The committee will also review the district's financial integrity rating and consider appointing a new paying agent for outstanding debt.

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Tue Oct 10, 2023

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Board to nominate candidates for Bexar Appraisal District board

This is a called meeting of the Northside ISD Board of Trustees. The board will consider a resolution to nominate candidate(s) for the Board of Directors of the Bexar Appraisal District. The meeting includes procedural items such as invocation, pledges, and adjournment.

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Tue Sep 26, 2023

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NISD board approves bids, contracts, and school naming at Sept. 26 meeting

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees held a regular meeting on Sept. 26, 2023, covering routine consent agenda items, recognitions, and several action items. The board approved consent items including bids and purchases over $50,000, an interlocal contract with TASB Energy Cooperative, and various school construction contracts. They also discussed and approved items such as police officer longevity pay, a Good Cause Exception Resolution, and the naming of the Village at WestPointe West Area ES, which passed with a split vote.

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Tue Sep 19, 2023

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Northside ISD Academics Committee to discuss SEL, ESSER, and HB 1605

The Board Academics Committee is meeting to discuss several academic items, including a social-emotional learning update, an ESSER fund overview, and a review of HB 1605. They will also consider approving minutes from August 2023 and receive updates on the solar eclipse, homebound instruction waiver, and accountability. The meeting is open to the public, with sign-up required to speak.

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Fri Sep 15, 2023

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Board Building Committee reviews school construction contracts and design updates

The Northside ISD Board Building Committee is meeting to discuss construction-related items, including contractor selections for boiler, chiller, and mechanical upgrades at several schools, and interior color choices for a middle school project. They will also receive presentations on wellness rooms, a magnet program, sensory play areas, and construction/engineering status reports. No change orders or consultant appointments are on the agenda.

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Tue Sep 12, 2023

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Board to discuss governance, ethics, vaping deterrence, and HEB award funds

This is a called meeting of the Northside ISD Board of Trustees with no public hearings, recognitions, reports, or consent agenda items. The board will discuss several operational topics, including board governance, code of ethics, school/facility naming, internal auditor scope, vaping deterrence, a district-wide survey, and student voice meetings. One action item is the possible approval of distributing funds from the HEB Excellence in Education Awards.

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Mon Sep 11, 2023

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Board approves legal services contract with Thompson & Horton LLP

This is a called meeting of the Northside ISD Board of Trustees. The only substantive action is a vote to approve an engagement letter for legal services from Thompson & Horton LLP. All other agenda sections are procedural or marked as having no items.

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Tue Aug 22, 2023

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NISD board adopts $1.0117 tax rate and 2023-24 budget

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees held a regular meeting on August 22, 2023, where they adopted the 2023-2024 budget and set the tax rate at $1.0117. They also approved a consent agenda covering routine items, including bids, contracts, and policy adoptions, and took action on several facility projects and financial resolutions.

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Wed Aug 16, 2023

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Board Building Committee reviews school construction designs and contractors

The Northside ISD Board Building Committee is meeting to review schematic designs for several school projects, including additions and renovations, and to discuss contractor selections for athletic upgrades and mechanical replacements. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes, review of change orders, and status reports on construction and engineering. No consultant appointments or construction delivery methods are scheduled.

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Tue Aug 8, 2023

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Board calls Aug. 22 public meeting on budget and proposed tax rate

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees held a called meeting on Aug. 8, 2023, approving several items including a public meeting notice for the budget and proposed tax rate, adoption of TASB Update 121, the Student Code of Conduct, and appointments of associate principals. The board also discussed staffing, school safety, an internal audit position, and the naming process for a new elementary school.

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Thu Aug 3, 2023

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Board Academics Committee to review teacher incentives, SEL, and testing waivers

The Northside ISD Board Academics Committee is meeting to discuss academic programs and policies, including the Teacher Incentive Allotment, the 2023 Leadership Institute, social-emotional learning (SEL) growth, the School Health Advisory Council, a TEA waiver for first-grade reading assessments, the district professional learning plan, and an accountability update. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the June 8, 2023 meeting. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion.

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Tue Aug 1, 2023

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Finance Committee to discuss budget transfers and audit vacancies

The Northside ISD Board Finance Committee is meeting to discuss several financial items, including the approval of previous meeting minutes, vacancies in the Internal Audit Department, a recommended budget transfer out for the 2022-23 fiscal year, and an update on the 2023-24 budget. No final decisions are expected; these are discussion items.

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Tue Jul 25, 2023

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Board approves contracts, budget update, and school leadership appointments

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees is meeting to approve routine consent agenda items, including contracts for school construction and maintenance, and to discuss the 2023-24 budget and solar energy options. The board will also consider and approve appointments of principals and assistant principals at multiple schools, following an executive session.

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Wed Jul 19, 2023

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Board Building Committee reviews school construction, energy plan, and contractors

The Northside ISD Board Building Committee is meeting to review design, bid, and award status reports for several school projects, including schematic designs for Pat Neff Middle School athletics and CTE upgrades, a long-range energy plan, and contractor selections for Hobby Middle School, Paul Taylor Field House, Brandeis High School, and Stevenson Middle School. They will also discuss change orders, consultant appointments, construction delivery methods, and project status reports. The meeting includes a possible closed session for site discussions.

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Mon Jul 17, 2023

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Northside ISD board committee to discuss policy updates and legislative issues

The Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly approve minutes from April 19, 2023, and to hold discussions on several topics including a meeting with SBOE Member Marisa Perez-Diaz, Update 121, legislative updates, local policy FNCE, and veteran gold cards. No votes are scheduled except for the minutes approval.

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Tue Jun 27, 2023

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Board approves consent agenda with construction projects and waivers

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees held a regular meeting on June 27, 2023, approving a consent agenda that included routine items such as minutes, bids, purchases over $50,000, and several tax penalty waivers. The board also approved an optional flexible school day for Chavez Academy, an alternative certification reimbursement program, low attendance waivers, and committee assignments. The superintendent reported on enrollment, safety audits, and redistricting feedback, and the board discussed proposed goals for 2023-2024.

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Mon Jun 26, 2023

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Board Building Committee to review contractors for five school projects

The Northside ISD Board Building Committee is meeting to discuss and review contractors for several construction projects, including drainage, generator, ramp, structural pier, and roof work at various schools. They will also review change orders, consultant appointments, and construction delivery methods, and receive status reports on solar energy, the Block Aquatics Center, and other ongoing projects. The meeting includes a possible closed session to discuss sites.

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Tue Jun 13, 2023

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Board approves 2023-2024 budget items, compensation plan, and retention pay

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees held a called meeting on June 13, 2023, to consider and approve several items related to the 2023-2024 budget, including growth and improvement packages, a compensation plan, and a retention pay resolution. The board also approved additional campus and non-campus based units, and made personnel appointments. All votes were recorded, with the compensation plan passing 4-3.

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Thu Jun 8, 2023

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Board Academics Committee to review SHAC report, waivers, and instructional calendars

The Northside ISD Board Academics Committee is meeting to discuss a range of academic items, including the annual School Health Advisory Committee report, waiver requests for staff development and a reading assessment, and the district instructional calendar process. The committee will also review updates on social-emotional learning, advanced academics, and a full-year redesign. This is a discussion meeting, with no final votes scheduled.

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Fri May 12, 2023

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Board Building Committee reviews contractors for electrical, gym, telecom projects

The Northside ISD Board Building Committee is meeting to review contractor selections for several construction projects, including electrical improvements, gymnasium flooring, and telecommunications cabling. They will also discuss change orders, project status reports, and future meeting dates. No consultant appointments or construction delivery methods are on the agenda.

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Thu Apr 27, 2023

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Board Technology Committee to discuss bond projects, device updates, and security

The Northside ISD Board Technology Committee is meeting to discuss technology-related items, including updates on bond projects, the 1:1 mobile device program, federal reimbursement, data/network security, eSports, and continuous improvement efforts. The committee will also consider approving minutes from a November 7, 2022 meeting. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; all substantive items are for discussion only.

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Tue Apr 25, 2023

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Northside ISD board approves contracts, policies, and 2023-2028 innovation plan

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees held a regular meeting on April 25, 2023, approving a consent agenda that included bids, purchases over $50,000, policy updates, and facility contracts. The board also approved the 2023-2028 District of Innovation Plan, ranked audit firms, selected a depository bank, and set health insurance funding. Recognitions were given to teachers and the Clark Girls Basketball Team for their state championship.

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Thu Apr 20, 2023

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Finance Committee to discuss TAPS bankruptcy, bank services, audit firms, budget

The Northside ISD Board of Finance Committee is meeting to discuss several financial items, including an update on the Texas Association of Public Schools (TAPS) bankruptcy, depository bank services, ranking of firms for audit services, and a budget update. They will also consider approving minutes from the January 23, 2023 meeting. The meeting is open to the public, with sign-up required to speak.

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Wed Apr 19, 2023

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Board committee to discuss safety, uniforms, and program cuts

The Northside ISD Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly approve the minutes from its February 20, 2023 meeting. The committee will also hold discussions on safety and security, campus uniform policies, and programmatic cancellations. No votes are scheduled on these discussion items.

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Tue Apr 18, 2023

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Board Building Committee reviews school construction, security, and design projects

The Northside ISD Board Building Committee is meeting to review design, bid, and award status reports for multiple school projects, including master plans, interior colors, and contractor selections for security, drainage, paving, and other upgrades. They will also discuss change orders, consultant appointments, construction delivery methods, and receive presentations on security initiatives, school parks, and energy management upgrades. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and a possible closed session regarding sites.

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Tue Apr 11, 2023

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NISD board to discuss budget review and 2024 insurance options

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees is holding a called meeting on April 11, 2023, with discussion items on the budget review and 2024 insurance options. The agenda includes a recognition of TMEA All-State musicians and a possible executive session on a personnel issue. Most other agenda sections are empty or procedural.

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Tue Mar 28, 2023

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NISD board approves consent agenda, construction contracts, and voucher resolution

The Northside ISD Board of Trustees held a regular meeting on March 28, 2023, covering routine items, recognitions, and reports. The board approved the consent agenda, which included awarding bids and purchases over $50,000, waivers of tax penalties, and contracts for school construction projects. They also approved the adoption of state instructional materials for physical education and discussed a resolution regarding voucher legislation.

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Thu Mar 23, 2023

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Board Academics Committee to discuss instructional materials and special education audit

The Northside ISD Board Academics Committee is meeting to discuss several academic items, including approval of prior minutes, an update on the District of Innovation, instructional materials allotment and TEKS certification, adoption of state instructional materials for 2023-2024, a special education audit update, and a discussion on fire science. The meeting is open to public comment with sign-up required before start.

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Wed Mar 22, 2023

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Board Building Committee reviews school construction and design projects

The Northside ISD Board Building Committee is meeting to review schematic designs, contractors, and change orders for several school construction projects, including the Agriculture Science & Technology Academy, Rayburn Middle School, Westwood Terrace Elementary, and tennis court upgrades at Anson Jones and Ed Rawlinson Middle Schools. They will also discuss interior graphics for Stevens HS and Holmes HS, a marquee at Holmes HS, and receive construction and engineering status reports. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the February 22, 2023 meeting and a possible closed session on sites.

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Tue Mar 21, 2023

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Board approves new superintendent contract and relocation expenses

This is a called meeting of the Northside ISD Board of Trustees. The main item is consideration and approval of a new superintendent contract and moving/relocation expenses agreement for Dr. John Craft. The board approved the motion in open session.

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Mon Feb 27, 2023

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Northside ISD Academics Committee to review TAPR, ESSER, and District of Innovation updates

The Northside ISD Board Academics Committee is meeting to discuss several academic items, including approval of prior meeting minutes, an update on the District of Innovation (DOI) status, the 2022 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR), a CAST TEACH update, an 18-month ESSER (federal COVID relief) update, and a report on community liaisons. No votes are scheduled; all items are listed for discussion only.

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Mon Feb 20, 2023

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Board committee to review local policies and discuss campus uniforms

The Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee will meet to discuss and possibly approve minutes from a prior meeting, review several local policies (GKD, EFAA, CO), discuss the TASB Localized Manual Update 120, and discuss campus uniform policies. The meeting is open to the public, with sign-up required to speak.

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Fri Feb 10, 2023

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Special meeting to discuss superintendent candidates in executive session

This is a special called meeting of the Northside ISD Board of Trustees. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no public hearings, recognitions, reports, or consent agenda items. The only substantive item is a discussion in executive session regarding candidates for Superintendent of Schools, with any required action to be taken in open session.

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Thu Feb 9, 2023

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Special meeting with no action items; possible superintendent candidate discussion

This is a special called meeting of the Northside ISD Board of Trustees. The agenda contains no action items, public hearings, recognitions, or reports; it is largely procedural. The only substantive item is a possible executive session to discuss and interview candidates for Superintendent of Schools, with any required action to be taken in open session.

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Wed Jan 11, 2023

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Board to discuss superintendent search process and timeline

This is a called meeting of the Northside ISD Board of Trustees with a sparse agenda. The only substantive items are closed-session discussions about legal advice and focus group input for the superintendent search, followed by an open-session discussion of the search process and timeline with consultants. All other agenda sections are marked as having no items or as not part of the agenda.

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