Northside Independent School District public meetings in 2025
51 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Northside Independent School District Board of Trustees will meet to recognize a $688,991.77 rebate from CPS Energy, approve district academic calendars for 2026-2028, and vote on multiple principal and associate principal appointments. The board will also discuss and potentially act on a PreKindergarten expansion proposal and facility naming policy changes.
- CPS Energy check presentation for $688,991.77
- Approval of 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 district academic calendars
- PreKindergarten expansion proposal discussion and possible action
- First reading of DGA (LOCAL) policy
- Appointment votes for principals and associate principals at multiple schools
Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Northside Independent School District Board of Trustees is holding a called meeting to discuss, but not vote on, multiple agenda items. All items will be carried forward to the December 9, 2025, regular board meeting. The meeting includes discussions on academic calendars, curriculum proposals, facilities projects, and policy reviews.
- 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 District Academic Calendars
- Amendment #3 - GMP for Administration & Classroom Replacement at John Marshall HS
- Contractor selection for 2025 Jay HS Canopy Addition
- First reading of DGB (LOCAL) Policy and review of DGA (LOCAL) Policy
- Bexar County Appraisal District Board of Directors Appointment (NISD has 368 of 2,000 votes)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees held a regular meeting to approve routine items, including bond savings reports, facility upgrades, and curriculum plans. No major policy debates were listed on the agenda.
- Approved $80M in savings from bond programs
- Approved fixed-rate and variable-rate unlimited tax school bonds
- Approved remarketing of 2023B variable-rate bonds
- Approved 2025-2026 school turnaround plans
- Approved exterior/interior color changes for John Marshall HS and Stinson MS
Called Meeting of the Board of Trustees
This is a called meeting of the Northside ISD Board of Trustees. The board will review and discuss its operating procedures for the 2025-26 school year and the code of ethics. No votes or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural.
- Review and discuss Board Operating Procedures 25-26
- Review and discuss Code of Ethics
- Possible executive session as permitted by Texas law
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Board of Trustees will meet for a team building session to discuss and possibly approve board operating procedures for 2025-26. The board will also review and potentially approve the Code of Ethics.
- Review and possible approval of Board Operating Procedures 25-26
- Review and possible approval of Code of Ethics
Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the School Financial Integrity Rating System (FIRST) and consider a consent agenda including bond issuances, bids over $50,000, and a library book list. They will also discuss school turnaround plans, construction projects at Clark and Holmes high schools, and appoint several administrators in executive session.
- Public hearing on School Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) report
- Consideration of fixed-rate and variable-rate Unlimited Tax School Building and/or Refunding Bonds
- Awarding of bids, requests for proposals, and purchases over $50,000
- Approval of library book list per SB 13 and EFB (Local)
- Schematic design for cafeteria/kitchen and athletic replacement at Oliver Wendell Holmes HS
Meeting of the Board Academics Committee
The Northside ISD Board Academics Committee will meet to discuss several academic items, including an update on Senate Bill 12, 2025-2026 board-superintendent goals, accountability requirements, and an overview of school turnaround plans. The committee will also review MAP data, district and campus performance objectives, a bilingual/ESL exception waiver, and a library book list. The meeting includes approval of minutes from August 21, 2025.
- Senate Bill 12 Update
- 25-26 Board-Superintendent Goals
- Overview of School Turnaround Plans
- 2025-2026 Bilingual/ESL Exception Waiver
- Library Book List
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The Northside Independent School District Academics Committee will meet to discuss updates on state education laws, district goals, and student performance data. The meeting includes updates on Senate Bill 12, accountability requirements, and school turnaround plans, along with performance objectives and bilingual education waivers.
- Review of Senate Bill 12 update
- Discussion of 2025-2026 Board-Superintendent Goals
- Overview of School Turnaround Plans
- Presentation of Measure of Academic Progress (MAP) Data
- Consideration of 2025-2026 Bilingual/ESL Exception Waiver
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The Northside ISD Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee will meet to discuss three local policies: Transportation Management (CNA), Personnel Management Relations (DGB), and Employee Complaints/Grievances (DGBA). The committee may also approve minutes from the August 19, 2025 meeting. No votes or decisions are listed beyond discussion and possible approval of minutes.
- Approval of minutes from August 19, 2025 meeting
- Discussion of CNA (LOCAL) policy on Transportation Management
- Discussion of DGB (LOCAL) policy on Personnel Management Relations
- Discussion of DGBA (LOCAL) policy on Employee Complaints/Grievances
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The Board of Finance Committee will review debt transactions and management policies for the 2024-2026 periods. The committee will also discuss potential timelines for a November 2026 bond election and a Voter Approved Tax Rate Election (VATRE).
- 2024-2025 Debt Management Report
- Proposed 2025-2026 debt transactions
- Review of debt management policy CCA (Local)
- Timeline for a possible November 2026 Voter Approved Tax Rate Election (VATRE)
- Timeline for a possible November 2026 bond election
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The Northside ISD Board Building Committee will review design, bid, and award status reports for four school projects: Fine Arts Replacement at Tom C. Clark HS, Cafeteria/Kitchen & Athletic Replacement at Oliver Wendell Holmes HS, Administration & Classroom Replacement at John Marshall HS, and interior colors for Stinson MS Magnet. The committee will also review change orders and receive construction and engineering status reports. No consultant appointments or construction delivery methods are scheduled for this meeting.
- Review of GMP for Fine Arts Replacement at Tom C. Clark HS (RFCSP #2024-163)
- Review of Schematic Design for Cafeteria/Kitchen & Athletic Replacement at Oliver Wendell Holmes HS (RFCSP #2025-021)
- Review of Exterior Colors for Administration & Classroom Replacement at John Marshall HS (RFCSP #2024-164)
- Review of Interior Colors for Stinson MS Magnet (RFCSP #2025-013)
- Review of Change Orders
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees is meeting to act on a consent agenda that includes awarding bids and purchases over $50,000, adopting several local policies (CW LOCAL, Update 125 LOCAL, EFB LOCAL), and appointing members to the School Health Advisory Council and Northside Education Improvement Council. The board will also discuss and possibly approve nominations for appraisal district boards and consider personnel appointments in executive session, including a principal at Northside Alternative High School and assistant principals at John Jay High School and Sul Ross Middle School.
- Awarding of bids, proposals, and purchases over $50,000
- Second reading and adoption of CW LOCAL, Update 125 LOCAL, and EFB LOCAL policies
- Appointment of principal at Northside Alternative High School
- Appointment of assistant principal at John Jay High School
- Nomination for Bexar County Appraisal District 2026 Board of Directors
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Northside Board Building Committee will discuss design and bid status reports, including exterior colors for Stinson MS Magnet and a contractor for mechanical upgrades. Members will also review consultant appointments, construction delivery methods, and the status of Bond 2022 projects on hold. No change orders are scheduled for this meeting.
- Review of Exterior Colors - Stinson MS Magnet - RFCSP #2025-013
- Review of Contractor for Mechanical Upgrades - Risk Management - RFCSP #2025-119
- Review of Consultant Appointments
- Review of Construction Delivery Methods
- Bond 2022 Projects on Hold
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Board Academics Committee meeting scheduled for September 16, 2025, was cancelled. The agenda included discussions on academic programs and accountability requirements.
- CAST Teach
- SB 1882 Partnership and ELA (LOCAL)
- Pathways in Technology Early College High Schools (P-TECH)
- 25-26 Accountability Requirements
- 25-26 Northside Education Improvement Council (NEIC)
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The board will adopt the 2025-2026 budget and set a tax rate of $1.0049 per $100 valuation ($0.6694 M&O, $0.3355 I&S) after a public hearing. It will also approve a budget amendment, a fund balance commitment, a debt defeasance resolution, and a contract amendment for John Marshall High School. Consent items include bids over $50,000, library book lists, and tax penalty waivers.
- Adoption of 2025-2026 budget and tax rate of $1.0049 per $100 valuation
- Amendment #2 to GMP for Administration & Classroom Replacement at John Marshall HS
- Budget Amendment No. 4 for fiscal year 2024-2025
- Defeasance resolution to pay off bonded debt in 2025-2026
- Approval of library book list per SB 13 and EFB (Local)
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The Board Academics Committee will meet to discuss several student support and policy items. Topics include mental health services, special education programming, and library-related matters.
- Mental Health Services and Supports
- EFB (Local) Policy Draft
- School Library Advisory Council (SLAC)
- Library Book List
- Special Education Programming Update
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The Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee will discuss and possibly approve minutes from its April 17, 2025 meeting. The committee will also discuss proposed policy FNCE (LOCAL) on personal communication devices in facilities and policy CW (LOCAL) on naming of facilities. An update on policy changes (Update 125) is also on the agenda for discussion.
- Discussion of FNCE (LOCAL) - Personal Communication Devices Facilities
- Discussion of CW (LOCAL) - Naming of Facilities
- Update 125 (policy update discussion)
- Approval of Minutes from April 17, 2025 meeting
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The Northside ISD Board Building Committee will discuss a Guaranteed Maximum Price amendment for the Administration & Classroom Replacement at John Marshall HS (RFCSP #2024-164) and review interior colors for the District Baseball/Softball Complex (RFCSP #2024-027). The committee will also consider change orders, project status reports, and approve minutes from prior meetings. No consultant appointments or construction delivery methods are on the agenda.
- Review of Amendment #2 - GMP for John Marshall HS Administration & Classroom Replacement (RFCSP #2024-164)
- Review of Interior Colors for District Baseball/Softball Complex (RFCSP #2024-027)
- Review of Change Orders
- Interior Graphics for ASTA at O'Connor HS
- Construction and Engineering Status Reports
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees approved a state-required agreement to purchase attendance credits for 2025-2026, adopted new local policies on student cell phone use and admissions, and discussed the upcoming budget and tax rate. The board also approved appointments for principal and assistant principal positions at several schools.
- Approved Agreement for Purchase of Attendance Credits (Option 3) with TEA for 2025-2026
- Adopted Local Policy FNCE on student personal telecommunications/electronic devices
- Adopted Local Policy FD on admissions
- Discussed Truth in Taxation requirements and bond defeasance opportunities
- Appointed Principal at Rudder Middle School, Associate Principal at Mora Elementary, and Assistant Principal at O'Connor High School
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Board of Trustees will meet for a board retreat to discuss district goals and operational procedures. The session includes updates on open enrollment and marketing, as well as a review of the board's code of ethics.
- 2025-2026 District Goal Setting
- NISD Facility Naming Policy and Procedures
- Review of NISD Board Operating Procedures and Code of Ethics
- Open Enrollment and District Marketing Update
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
This is a called meeting for the sole purpose of conducting the state-mandated Evaluating and Improving Student Outcomes (EISO) training for board members. No public comment or executive session is scheduled. The board may take action on matters discussed in open session.
- EISO training required for all Texas school board members every two years
- No Citizens to be Heard portion due to this being a called meeting
- All items discussed in open session; no executive session needed
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Board of Trustees approved the sale of a 0.6442 acre-tract of land at the Sam Rayburn Middle School campus to the Texas Department of Transportation. The Board also scheduled a public meeting for August 26, 2025, to discuss the budget and proposed tax rate.
- Sale of 0.6442 acre-tract of land on IH 410 & Valley Hi Dr. to TxDOT
- Public meeting scheduled for August 26, 2025, regarding budget and proposed tax rate
- Approval of purchases over $50,000
- Appointment of principals at Marshall High School, Nichols Elementary, and Pease Middle School
- Appointment of Deputy Superintendent for Administration
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The Board Building Committee will discuss the schematic design for a cafeteria, kitchen, and athletic replacement at Oliver Wendell Holmes High School (RFCSP #2025-021) and review interior colors for the district baseball/softball complex (RFCSP #2024-027). The committee will also review change orders, hear project status reports, and consider future meeting dates. No consultant appointments or construction delivery methods are on the agenda.
- Review of Schematic Design - Cafeteria/Kitchen & Athletic Replacement - Oliver Wendell Holmes HS (RFCSP #2025-021)
- Review of Interior Colors for District Baseball/Softball Complex (RFCSP #2024-027)
- Review of Change Orders
- Interior Graphics - ASTA at O'Connor HS
- NISD Board Room Updates
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Board of Trustees will review the proposed 2025-2026 Compensation Plan for inclusion in the upcoming budget. Additionally, the Board is scheduled to consider several administrative appointments at local schools.
- Review and possible approval of the 2025-2026 Compensation Plan
- Public notice of intent to apply for federal grants
- Appointment of Principal at Murnin ES
- Appointment of Associate Principal at Lewis ES
- Appointment of Assistant Principal at Briscoe MS and Sotomayor
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will consider and vote on the proposed 2025-2026 Compensation Plan, which will be included in the upcoming budget. The board will also discuss and possibly approve a resolution authorizing the sale of a 0.6442-acre tract of Sam Rayburn Middle School to TxDOT due to eminent domain. Several administrative appointments, including associate principals and assistant principals at multiple schools, are scheduled for approval.
- 2025-2026 Compensation Plan review and approval for inclusion in the proposed budget
- Resolution authorizing sale of 0.6442 acres of Sam Rayburn Middle School to TxDOT via eminent domain
- Appointment of Associate Principal at Martin Elementary, John Jay HS, and Westwood Terrace Elementary
- Appointment of Assistant Principals at Brennan, Clark, and Warren High Schools
- Appointment of Executive Director for Student Services
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Northside ISD Board Building Committee will discuss Amendment #2 to the Guaranteed Maximum Price for building upgrades at John Jay/SEA High Schools (RFCSP #2024-109) and review exterior colors for those upgrades. The committee will also review change orders, receive construction and engineering status reports, and consider future meeting dates. No consultant appointments or construction delivery methods are on the agenda.
- Review of Amendment #2 - GMP - Building Upgrades - John Jay/SEA HS - RFCSP #2024-109
- Review of Exterior Colors for Building Upgrades - John Jay/SEA HS - RFCSP #2024-109
- Review of Change Orders
- Construction Status Report
- Engineering Status Report
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The Board of Academics Committee will discuss the 24-25 School Health Advisory Committee (SHAC) Annual Report, a 25-26 Optional Flexible School Day for Chavez Excel Academy, and a 25-26 Off Campus PE Waiver. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from the 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
- Approval of minutes from May 15, 2025 meeting
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees held a called meeting to adopt a policy change raising the per-unit cost for capitalized assets from $5,000 to $10,000, aligning with updated federal guidance. The board also received a legislative update on the 2025-26 budget and approved two personnel appointments in open session.
- Second reading and adoption of Board Policy CFB - Accounting: Inventories, raising capital asset threshold to $10,000
- Legislative update on key topics from the recently ended session, related to 2025-26 budget development
- Appointment of Academic Dean at Briscoe Middle School (approved in open session)
- Appointment of Executive Director of Continuous Improvement (approved in open session)
- Discussion of topics for Team of 8 and future agenda items
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will swear in four newly elected trustees and consider extending a contract with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP for delinquent property tax collection through May 2030. The board will also vote on a consent agenda that includes awarding bids and purchases over $50,000, approving middle school math instructional materials, and adopting the 25-26 district professional learning plan. In executive session, the board will discuss appointments for principal, associate principal, academic dean, and assistant principal positions at several schools.
- Oath of office for new trustees Sonia L. Jasso (District 2), Laura Zapata (District 5), Carol Harle (District 6), and Karen Freeman (District 7)
- Resolution to extend contract with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP for delinquent property tax collection through May 2030
- Awarding of bids, requests for proposals, and purchases over $50,000
- Alamodome contract agreement for future graduation dates 2025-26
- Middle school math instructional materials adoption under HB 1605 IMRA process
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The Northside ISD Board Finance Committee will discuss extending a contract with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP for debt collection through May 2030, receive public notice of intent to apply for federal grants, review a policy revision raising the capitalization threshold from $5,000 to $10,000, and receive an update on the FY 2026 budget development.
- Resolution to extend contract with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP through May 2030
- Public notice of intent to apply for federal grants
- Policy revision: CFB — Accounting: Inventories, raising capitalization threshold to $10,000
- FY 2026 Budget Planning Update
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Board Academics Committee will meet to discuss instructional materials and professional planning for the 2025-26 school year. The committee will also review updates regarding the Teacher Incentive Allotment.
- 25-26 Middle School Math Instructional Materials
- Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) Update
- 25-26 Staff Development Minutes Waiver
- 25-26 District Professional Learning Plan
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Northside ISD Board Building Committee meets to discuss design, bid, and award status reports, including interior colors for the District Baseball/Softball Complex and contractors for electrical improvements and cabling at various campuses. The committee will also review change orders and receive construction and engineering status reports. No consultant appointments or delivery methods are scheduled.
- Review of interior colors for RFCSP #2024-027 (District Baseball/Softball Complex)
- Review of contractor for electrical improvements at various campuses (IDQ RFP #2022-143)
- Review of contractor for MAC telecommunications cabling at various campuses (IDQ RFP #2022-127)
- Review of change orders
- Construction and engineering status reports
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees is meeting to approve an amendment to the Guaranteed Maximum Price for the Administration & Classroom Replacement at John Marshall High School. The board will also receive a budget planning update for FY 2026 and discuss legal policy updates and open enrollment. In executive session, the board will consider administrative staff contracts and educator contracts.
- Approval of Amendment #1 to the GMP for Administration & Classroom Replacement at John Marshall HS (RFCSP #2024-164)
- FY 2026 Budget Planning Update presented by administration
- First Reading of Local Policies in TASB Update 124 and Local Policy FDA
- Discussion of Open Enrollment
- Canvassing Election results
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The Board of Trustees decided on several facility improvements and personnel appointments. They also discussed the timeline and planning for the 2025-26 fiscal year budget.
- Approval of cafeteria, kitchen, and athletic replacement at Oliver Wendell Holmes HS
- Approval of schematic design for Fine Arts Replacement and a master plan for Tom C. Clark HS
- Approval of tennis court upgrades at John Jay HS and paving/drainage at Meadow Village ES
- Appointment of Associate Principal at Scarborough Elementary School
- Approval of purchases over $50,000 and a depository bank services contract
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee will meet to discuss open enrollment and Policy Update 124. The committee may also approve minutes from its January 16, 2025 meeting. No votes on the discussion items are scheduled at this meeting.
- Discussion of open enrollment
- Discussion of Policy Update 124
- Approval of minutes from January 16, 2025 meeting
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The Northside Board Academics Committee will meet to discuss academic programs and registration numbers. The committee will also consider approving minutes from its March 19, 2025 meeting.
- Discussion of programs
- Discussion of registration numbers
- Approval of minutes from March 19, 2025 meeting
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Northside ISD Board Building Committee will discuss design, bid, and award status reports for several school construction and renovation projects, including a GMP amendment for John Jay/SEA HS, a construction manager for Holmes HS, and a master plan for Clark HS. The committee will also review change orders, project status reports, and a closed session on sites. No consultant appointments or construction delivery methods are on the agenda.
- Review of Amendment #1 - GMP - Building Upgrades - John Jay/SEA HS - RFCSP #2024-109
- Review of Construction Manager-at-Risk for Cafeteria/Kitchen & Athletic Replacement - Oliver Wendell Holmes HS - RFCSP #2025-021
- Review of Master Plan - Clark HS
- Review of Schematic Design for Fine Arts Replacement - Tom C. Clark HS - RFCSP #2024-163
- Review of Contractor for Paving and Drainage Upgrades - Meadow Village ES - RFCSP #2025-027
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will hold a called meeting to discuss the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Workshop and a Depository Bank Services Contract. The board also approved a resolution regarding property acquisition by the Medina Central Appraisal District. Recognitions will be given to student artists and a state champion bowler.
- Discussion of Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Workshop
- Discussion of Depository Bank Services Contract
- Approved resolution on acquisition of property by Medina Central Appraisal District
- Recognition of 41 NISD student artworks advancing to State VASE competition
- Recognition of Brennan High School senior Kaitlyn Toney as 2025 State Bowling Champion
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The board will vote on a consent agenda awarding multiple construction contracts over $50,000, including drainage upgrades at Brennan HS and Vale MS, roof replacement at Rawlinson MS, synthetic turf and track replacement at Gustafson Stadium, and paving upgrades at several campuses. Trustees will also discuss FY 2026 budget planning and a legislative update, and vote on a budget amendment for the current fiscal year.
- Contractor for synthetic turf and track replacement at Gustafson Stadium (RFCSP #2025-026)
- Contractor for drainage upgrades at William J. Brennan HS (RFCSP #2025-009) and Robert L. Vale MS (RFCSP #2025-019)
- Contractor for roof replacement at Ed Rawlinson MS (RFCSP #2025-022)
- Election services contract with Bexar County for the May 3, 2025 election
- Schematic design for administration and classroom replacement at John Marshall HS (RFCSP #2024-164)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Board Academics Committee will meet to discuss several educational proposals and data reports. The session includes reviews of instructional material allotments and summer programming for 2025.
- ECC Proposal
- MAP Data
- Outdoor Classroom Phases
- 2025 Summer Programs
- 2025-2026 Instructional Materials Allotment and TEKS Certification
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The committee will discuss the status of multiple design, bid, and award reports for school facility improvements. Items include reviews of contractors for drainage, paving, security, and athletic field upgrades across several campuses.
- Review of schematic design for John Marshall HS administration and classroom replacement
- Contractor reviews for drainage upgrades at William J. Brennan HS and Robert L. Vale MS
- Contractor reviews for paving upgrades at Virginia A. Myers ES, John C. Holmgreen Center, and Earl Warren HS
- Review of contractor for security upgrades at John C. Holmgreen and Nellie M. Reddix Centers
- Review of contractor for synthetic turf and track replacement at Gustafson Stadium
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will hold a called meeting on March 18, 2025, at 6:00 pm. The main agenda item is a budget discussion, where administration will provide a budget update. No other business items are listed; the meeting includes procedural items and a possible executive session.
- Budget discussion: administration will provide a budget update to the board
- Meeting is a called meeting, so no Citizens to be Heard portion
- Possible executive session for items permitted by Texas Government Code
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will hold public hearings on the 2024 Texas Academic Performance Report and HB 3 annual goals, then vote on a consent agenda that includes awarding bids and purchases over $50,000, approving construction contracts for roof replacements, lighting upgrades, and a new magnet school at Katherine Stinson MS, and adopting HB 3 annual goals. The board will also discuss and vote on Budget Amendment No. 2 for the 2024-25 budget and receive a 2025-2026 budget planning update. In executive session, the board will consider personnel appointments and a TxSSC intruder and detection audit.
- Public hearing on 2024 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR)
- Approval of HB 3 annual goals for early childhood literacy, math, and college/career/military readiness
- Awarding of bids, RFPs, and purchases over $50,000 (consent agenda item C)
- Contractor for New Magnet at Katherine Stinson MS (consent agenda item M)
- Budget Amendment No. 2 for 2024-25 and 2025-2026 budget planning update
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Board of Finance Committee will review the quarterly investment report and annual investment policy requirements. The committee is also scheduled to discuss Budget Amendment No. 2 for the 2024-25 budget and receive a general budget update.
- Budget Amendment No. 2 for the 2024-25 budget
- Quarterly Investment Report as of November 30, 2024
- Annual review of investment policy and strategies
- Approval of the list of qualified investment brokers
- Resolution for Independent Sources of Instruction Relating to Investment Responsibilities
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Board Academics Committee will meet to discuss the 2024 Texas Academic Performance Report and HB 3 goals, improvement plans, advanced Spanish at middle school, magnet schools, HB 1605 and instructional materials, outdoor classroom phases, a universal screener pilot, partnerships under 1882 with mental care facilities, and one-to-one devices. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from November 19, 2024.
- 2024 TAPR and HB 3 goals
- Targeted improvement plans
- Advanced Spanish at middle school
- Discussion of magnet schools
- One to one devices
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Northside ISD Board Building Committee will discuss and review contractors for multiple construction and renovation projects, including roof replacements, lighting upgrades, and a new magnet school. The committee will also consider change orders, consultant appointments, and a conceptual design for Holmes High School. No final votes are scheduled; this is a discussion meeting.
- Review of contractor for new magnet school at Katherine Stinson MS (RFCSP #2025-013)
- Review of contractor for roof replacements at Communications Arts HS, Hobby MS, and Teicher Student Services
- Review of contractor for electrical and lighting upgrades at Alternative HS & Family Engagement Center
- Conceptual design for cafeteria/kitchen and athletic replacement at Oliver Wendell Holmes HS
- Review of change orders and construction delivery methods
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will consider and vote on a resolution to hire three law firms on a contingency-fee basis to pursue litigation against social media companies for damages related to youth social media usage and addiction. The board will also discuss and possibly approve an order of election, a resolution for election services, and a resolution to pay employees for a weather-related closure. A non-voting trustee representative to the NISD PTA Executive Council will also be considered.
- Consideration and adoption of a contingent fee legal services agreement with Thompson & Horton, LLP, Eiland & Bonnin, PC, and O’Hanlon, Demerath & Castillo, PC to sue social media companies.
- Order of election and resolution for election services.
- Resolution supporting employee pay for the district closure on January 21, 2025 due to inclement weather.
- Discussion of adding a non-voting trustee representative to the NISD PTA Executive Council.
- Discussion of district and campus attendance rates.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Northside ISD Board of Trustees will discuss and possibly approve the superintendent's mid-year evaluation. The board will also consider a construction manager for John Marshall High School, the annual financial audit, and several facility contracts. Multiple personnel appointments and a legal matter will be discussed in executive session.
- Construction Manager-at-Risk for Administration & Classroom Replacement at John Marshall High School (RFCSP #2024-164)
- Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2023-24
- Contractor for Boiler Replacement at John Jay High School & Adams Hill Elementary School (RFCSP #2024-093)
- Contractor for Roof Replacement at Earl Warren High School (RFCSP #2024-087)
- Discussion and possible action on Medina Central Appraisal District’s purchase and renovation of The Ridge Building in Hondo, Texas
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Northside Board Building Committee will discuss and review bids for a Construction Manager-at-Risk for the John Marshall High School administration and classroom replacement project. The committee will also review exterior masonry colors for Sul Ross Middle School athletic upgrades, contractors for boiler replacements at four schools, and roof replacement contractors for Ed Cody Elementary and Earl Warren High School. Change orders, consultant appointments, and construction delivery methods are also on the agenda.
- Review of Construction Manager-at-Risk for John Marshall High School replacement (RFCSP #2024-164)
- Review of exterior masonry colors for Sul Ross Middle School athletic upgrades (RFCSP #2024-011)
- Review of contractor for boiler replacements at Christian Evers & Clarence Galm Elementary Schools (RFCSP #2024-103)
- Review of contractor for boiler replacements at John Jay High School & Adams Hill Elementary School (RFCSP #2024-093)
- Review of contractor for roof replacements at Ed Cody Elementary (RFCSP #2024-085) and Earl Warren High School (RFCSP #2024-087)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
The Board Policy and Intergovernmental Relations Committee will discuss and possibly approve minutes from October 30, 2024. The committee will also discuss several policy items, including EHBC LOCAL policy, domestic violence stickers, state and federal holidays, cell phone usage at high schools, a corrective action plan, and PTA Council representatives.
- Discussion of EHBC LOCAL Policy
- Discussion of Domestic Violence Stickers
- Discussion of Cell Phone Usage at High Schools
- Discussion of Corrective Action Plan
- Discussion of PTA Council Representatives
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025
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