Plano Independent School District public meetings in 2022
32 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Called Meeting
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special called meeting to begin initial steps for the district's long-range vision and strategic roadmap for the 2023-2024 school year, following the 2022 bond passage. No action will be taken at this meeting; it is a discussion-only session. The agenda also includes public comment and a possible closed session.
- Discussion of long-range vision and strategic roadmap for 2023-2024 school year
- Public comment session limited to agenda items
- Possible closed session under Texas Open Meetings Act
- No action to be taken at this meeting
Board Meeting
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees will meet to consider a consent agenda with several financial and operational items. Key actions include approving final change orders and closeouts for construction projects at Plano West, Plano East, Aldridge, and Huffman schools, and authorizing a three-year warehouse lease. The board will also vote on the 2023-2024 academic calendar, a budget amendment, and the purchase of hand-held radios.
- Final change orders and closeouts for construction projects, including a $120,884.25 deduction at Plano West Senior High School and a $245,345.59 deduction at Plano East Senior High School.
- Approval of a three-year lease for 16,087 square feet at 840 F. Avenue, Suite 105, with estimated costs of $273,000 in year 1 and $262,000/$271,000 in years 2 and 3.
- Purchase of hand-held radios from Continental Wireless, Inc. for an estimated $127,628 using 2016 bond funds.
- Approval of the 2023-2024 academic calendar.
- Approval of a $74,441 net budget amendment for the General Fund and the Head Start Continuation Grant for 2023-2024, totaling $1,524,698.
Special Called Meeting
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees will hold a special called meeting to consider and approve orders canvassing the returns and declaring the results of the November 8, 2022 voter-approval tax rate election and bond election. The agenda includes a public comment session limited to agenda items and a possible closed session. No other substantive business is listed.
- Consideration and approval of order canvassing voter-approval tax rate election results (Nov. 8, 2022)
- Consideration and approval of order canvassing bond election results (Nov. 8, 2022)
- Public comment session for agenda items only
- Possible closed session under Texas Open Meetings Act
Work Session
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees will hold a work session to discuss and vote on several consent agenda items, including a COVID-19 leave resolution, a $350,000 audiology supplies contract, a $200,000 facilities planning contract with VLK Architects, and a $150,000 Microsoft Azure backup purchase. The board will also enter closed session to discuss the safety and security audit, real property (including the Robinson Fine Arts Center), and a personnel matter, then reconvene to approve the annual financial report and hear updates on ESSER funding, campus support, the 2023-2024 academic calendar, and the strategic roadmap.
- Resolution to provide paid leave for employees with PCR-confirmed COVID-19
- RFP 2022-052 Audiology Supplies, Equipment, and Services: $350,000 estimated annual expenditure
- Purchase of long-range visioning and planning services from VLK Architects: up to $200,000
- Purchase of Microsoft Azure Data Backup: $150,000 annually
- Interlocal agreement with City of Murphy for SROs and crossing guards: $106,680 + $32,934 annually
Board Meeting
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees will meet on November 1, 2022, to consider a consent agenda that includes administrative appointments, contract awards for gym floor refinishing and grease trap cleaning, change orders for stadium and track projects, and various financial reports and approvals. The board will also hold a public comment session and consider recognitions.
- Approval of administrative appointment for Director for Counseling Services
- Award of RFP 2022-039 for gym floor/stage floor refinishing, estimated annual cost $225,000
- Approval of change order for Kimbrough Stadium turf and track, increasing contract to $924,409
- Approval of 2023 graduation contract with Ford Center at The Star
- Approval of budget amendment and monthly financial reports for September 2022
Work Session
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees will hold a work session to discuss several reports, including updates on the Pre-Kindergarten program, student support services, new course recommendations for 2022-2023, and the 2023-2024 academic calendar. The board will also enter closed session to deliberate on real property matters involving the Robinson Fine Arts Center and Shiloh Development Center, and to discuss a districtwide intruder detection audit report. Public comment is limited to agenda items.
- Closed session discussion on purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property, including Robinson Fine Arts Center and Shiloh Development Center
- Closed session discussion of districtwide intruder detection audit report findings
- Report on Pre-Kindergarten program growth and expansion
- Report on Student Support Services and continuum of services
- Report on new course recommendations for 2022-2023 school year
Board Meeting
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees will meet to vote on consent agenda items, including administrative appointments, a compensation plan addendum extending retention stipends, and several construction contract closeouts. The board will also consider a $190,000 cooperative purchase for softball turf replacement and a budget amendment. Public comment is limited to agenda items.
- Extension of $1,000 retention/new employee stipend for teachers, nurses, librarians, and $500 for other eligible employees, funded by ESSER II (~$150,000)
- Cooperative purchase of softball turf for Plano Senior High School from Paragon Sports for $190,000
- Change order and closeout for Isaacs Early Childhood School roof replacement, deductive $28,750 (final $238,199.90)
- Change order and closeout for Armstrong Middle School and Sigler Elementary School roof replacement, deductive $25,000
- Budget amendment including $72,504 in donations and $991,975 Supply Chain Assistance Grant for milk purchases
Work Session
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees will hold a work session to discuss and potentially approve a $212,926 change order for the Robinson Fine Arts Center mezzanine structural retrofit, funded by 2016 bond funds. They will also consider the 2022-2023 District Improvement Plan and receive updates on technology, student services, academics, and assessment results.
- Approval of Robinson Fine Arts Center change order for mezzanine scope addition ($212,926 from 2016 Bond Funds)
- Approval of 2022-2023 District Improvement Plan, HB3 Goals, and Campus Performance Objectives
- Closed session to discuss real property including Robinson Fine Arts Center and Shiloh Development Center
- Update on Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)/Student Information System (SIS) implementation
- Presentation of MAP beginning-of-year assessment results
Board Meeting
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees will meet to consider a consent agenda with several contract approvals, including online learning platforms for reading and math intervention, a fine arts fire lane change order, janitorial services, software renewals, special education services, and a budget amendment. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss security, real property, and personnel matters.
- Approve RFP 2022-046 for DreamBox Learning reading platform, $49,011 year 1
- Approve RFP 2022-047 for Carnegie Learning math platform, $23,358 year 1
- Approve change order #1 for Fine Arts Fire Lane Replacement, +$9,148.27
- Approve $75,000 janitorial services for stadiums from All Janitorial Services
- Approve $86,150 internet firewall support renewal from GTS Technology Solutions
Work Session
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees will hold a work session to discuss and potentially approve several administrative appointments, a major software contract, and interlocal agreements with neighboring cities. The most consequential item is a proposed $1.88 million first-year contract with PowerSchool Group for a new finance, HR, and student information system, plus a related $551,530 advisory services purchase. The board will also hold a public hearing on the 2022-2023 budget and proposed tax rate.
- RFP 2022-043: PowerSchool Group, LLC, ERP Finance & HR and K-12 Student Information System, Year 1 estimated $1,883,395
- Purchase of program governance and project management advisory services from iSphere Innovation Partners, LLC, estimated Year 1 cost $551,530
- Interlocal agreements with Cities of Allen and Richardson for police badge and video access to Plano ISD campuses
- Approval of waivers for remote homebound instruction, staff development minutes, and foreign exchange students
- Public hearing on 2022-2023 budget and proposed tax rate
Board Meeting
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees will meet to consider consent agenda items including a new electricity contract, a safety and security audit, and several purchases. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss real property, personnel matters, and the proposed termination of a contract employee. Public comment is limited to agenda items.
- Approval of RFP 2022-051 for electric energy provider, with estimated annual contract value of $4-4.5 million (plus $4 million in Oncor delivery charges)
- Approval of $170,000 safety and security audit of 76 campuses by PBK Architects, Inc.
- Approval of $75,500 renewal for Safari Montage systems and services
- Approval of $107,435 purchase of CATCH Global Foundation health and physical education program
- Closed session to discuss termination of Chapter 21 contract employee Robert Robinson
Special Called Meeting
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special called meeting to consider two appeals: a Level Four appeal by Jenae Adams under policy FNG(LOCAL) and a Level Three appeal by Michael Terner under policy GF(LOCAL). The board may grant, deny, or modify relief in each case. The agenda also includes a closed-session discussion of a safety and security audit and update. Public comment is limited to agenda items.
- Level Four appeal by Jenae Adams under FNG(LOCAL)
- Level Three appeal by Michael Terner under GF(LOCAL)
- Closed session: safety and security audit and update
- Public comment session for agenda items only
Board Meeting
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the 2022-2023 budget and proposed tax rate, and will consider approving several contracts and purchases, including a multi-factor authentication solution, fencing, marker boards, building materials, plumbing materials, a literacy platform, and construction change orders. The board will also enter closed session to discuss real property negotiations and a cybersecurity update.
- Public hearing on 2022-2023 budget and proposed tax rate
- RFP 2022-026 Multi-Factor Authentication to Netsync Network Solutions, $312,100 for 2 years
- RFP 2022-045 Elementary Literacy Online Platform to Amplify Education, Inc., $166,000 annually
- CSP 2022-022 Aldridge Elementary flooring change order +$82,000 (total $471,000)
- CSP 2022-048 Clark Stadium visitor ticket booth renovation to Mart, Inc., $204,682
Special Called Meeting
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special called meeting to conduct state-mandated team building and board assessment, and to consider approving a revised proposed resolution on recapture for the 2022-2024 TASB Advocacy Agenda. The revised resolution amends the Statement of Reasons to add the number of students impacted and refine definitions, replacing the version approved on May 17, 2022. The meeting also includes a closed session for board evaluation and discussion of personnel matters.
- Approval of revised proposed resolution on recapture for 2022-2024 TASB Advocacy Agenda
- Closed session for annual board team building and assessment
- Public comment limited to agenda items
- Meeting held at 2700 West 15th Street, Plano, TX
Board Meeting
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees will meet to consider a consent agenda with several administrative appointments and vendor contracts, including a $998,250 increase to the custodial services contract and playground replacements at three elementary schools. The board will also enter closed session to discuss real property for the Robinson Fine Arts Center and Shiloh Development Center.
- Approval of $998,250 increase to custodial services contract with ABM Building Services
- Approval of playground replacements at Forman, Stinson, and Wyatt Elementary Schools (total $586,220)
- Approval of RFP for electrical material ($250,000 annual cost)
- Approval of RFP for PA systems, clock, and bell repair ($450,000 annual cost)
- Approval of voluntary dental insurance provider Delta Dental and disability insurance provider Cigna
Special Called Meeting
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special called meeting to discuss and possibly take action on a pending lawsuit, McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. v. Plano Independent School District. The board will enter closed session to consult with attorneys about the case, then reconvene in open session for discussion and possible action. Public comment is limited to agenda items.
- Closed session to consult with attorneys on McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. v. Plano ISD, Case No. 471-00732-2022
- Possible action on the closed session agenda item
- Public comment session limited to agenda items
Board Meeting
The Board of Trustees is reviewing several administrative appointments and contract approvals. Key items include selecting a school attorney and approving a platform for college and career readiness.
- Appointment of Richard Abernathy and the law firm of Abernathy, Roeder, Boyd & Hullett, P.C. as school attorney
- Approval of SchooLinks, Inc. for College and Career Readiness Platform with an estimated Year 1 cost of $158,950
- Approval of TGS Sports for McMillen High School track repair and resurface in the amount of $459,900
- Administrative appointments for Principals at Barksdale Elementary School and Stinson Elementary School
- Closed session discussion regarding the Robinson Fine Arts Center real property
Work Session
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees will hold a work session to discuss and potentially act on a Level IV appeal by Charles and Olga Espinosa, approve an amendment to the 2021-2022 compensation plan, and receive reports on career and technical education, preliminary 2022-2023 budget, and mid-year student learning. The meeting includes a closed session for legal and personnel matters, as well as discussions on the Robinson Fine Arts Center.
- Level IV appeal by Charles and Olga Espinosa (action item)
- Amendment to 2021-2022 compensation plan (action item)
- Closed session on Robinson Fine Arts Center real property
- 2022-2023 preliminary budget update
- Mid-year student learning update with STAAR projections
Board Meeting
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on April 5, 2022, to consider consent agenda items including multiple vendor contracts and construction projects, and to discuss the superintendent's retirement agreement in closed session. The board will also hear public comments and recognize individuals. The meeting is open to the public and will be live-streamed.
- Approve RFP 2022-005 fiber optic cable services to Fulcrum Consulting Inc., estimated $240,000 annual spend
- Approve RFP 2022-011 athletics and PE equipment to multiple vendors, estimated $600,000 annual spend
- Approve CSP 2022-008 Rice Middle School HVAC upgrades to Infinity Contractors for $224,256
- Approve CSP 2022-014 Shepard Elementary School exterior façade renovation to Prestige Building Group for $225,000
- Closed session to discuss Robinson Fine Arts Center real property and Superintendent Retirement Agreement
Special Called Meeting
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and potentially act on the Superintendent's contract. The meeting also includes a proposal for a resolution regarding the chain of authority for an employee who is the spouse of the Superintendent.
- Consideration and possible action regarding the Superintendent contract
- Possible adoption of a resolution regarding organizational chain of authority for a Plano ISD employee/spouse of the Superintendent
Work Session
The Board of Trustees will hold a work session to discuss the superintendent search process, including retirement and the Lone Finalist contract. The session also includes updates on the 2022-2023 budget and peer staffing reviews.
- Closed session discussion regarding Robinson Fine Arts Center real property
- Deliberation on Superintendent search process and Lone Finalist contract
- 2022 - 2023 Budget Update presentation
- Peer Staffing Review comparing DFW and statewide school district ratios
- Student, Family and Community Services update
Board Meeting
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees will meet to consider several consent agenda items, including a $13 million increase for student devices, approval of employee contracts, and multiple vendor awards. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss a personnel appeal and real property negotiations. Public comment will be heard on agenda items.
- Increase RFP 2019-049 technology budget by $13,000,000 for 29,600 student devices
- Approve contracts for Principals, Directors, Executive Directors, and Senior Executive Directors
- Award HVAC upgrades at Beaty and Pearson Early Childhood Schools to Grimaldo Construction ($122,190 and $121,125)
- Award HVAC filters RFP to Kleen-Air, Baker Distributing, and Fastenal ($320,000 annual)
- Approve football supplies and equipment RFP ($275,000 annual)
Special Called Meeting
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special called meeting to discuss and potentially name the lone finalist for the position of Superintendent. The meeting includes a closed session for deliberations on the superintendent search and naming the finalist, followed by an open session for possible action. Public comment is limited to agenda items.
- Consideration and possible action to name the lone finalist for the position of Superintendent
- Closed session deliberation on superintendent search process
- Closed session deliberation on naming the lone finalist for Superintendent
Special Called Meeting
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees will hold a special called meeting on Monday, February 28, 2022, at 8:00 AM, after the original Friday, February 25 meeting was cancelled due to inclement weather. The board will discuss and possibly take action to name the lone finalist for the position of Superintendent, following a closed session to deliberate on the search process and finalist selection.
- Special called meeting rescheduled from Feb 25 to Feb 28, 2022 due to weather
- Closed session to deliberate on Superintendent search process (Texas Gov't Code 551.074)
- Closed session to deliberate on naming lone finalist for Superintendent
- Open session action item: Consideration and possible action to name lone finalist for Superintendent
Special Called Meeting
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees will hold a special called meeting to discuss the superintendent search process and conduct interviews with candidates for the position of Superintendent of Schools.
- Interviews with candidates for the position of Superintendent of Schools
Special Called Meeting
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special called meeting to discuss and possibly authorize the superintendent to take action, including legal action, regarding the Robinson Fine Arts Center. The board will also enter closed session to deliberate on this matter and on the superintendent search process. Public comment is limited to agenda items.
- Consideration and possible action on authorizing superintendent to take action regarding Robinson Fine Arts Center, including initiating legal action
- Closed session deliberation on Robinson Fine Arts Center under Texas Gov't Code 551.072 (real property)
- Closed session deliberation on superintendent search process under Texas Gov't Code 551.074 (personnel)
Board Meeting
The Board of Trustees is reviewing several construction contracts for roof replacements at Plano West Senior High, Isaacs Early Childhood School, Armstrong Middle School, and Sigler Elementary. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Robinson Fine Arts Center property and the Superintendent search process.
- $1,400,000 contract for Plano West Senior High School roof replacement
- $266,949.90 contract for Isaacs Early Childhood School roof replacement
- $102,553.55 and $137,132.12 contracts for Armstrong MS and Sigler ES roof repairs
- Approval of VEX robotic equipment purchase using Title IV and ESSER funds
- Administrative appointment of the Principal for The Academy High School
Special Called Meeting
The Special Called Meeting of the Plano ISD Board of Trustees was cancelled due to forecasted inclement weather and extreme temperatures. The agenda originally included a closed session to discuss the Superintendent search process.
- Cancellation of meeting due to unsafe driving conditions and weather
Special Called Meeting
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees is holding an emergency meeting to discuss and possibly act on the superintendent's retirement and the search process for a successor. The meeting includes a closed session for personnel deliberations and public comment limited to agenda items.
- Consider accepting the superintendent's letter of retirement
- Discuss and deliberate the superintendent search process
- Closed session for personnel matters under Texas Open Meetings Act
- Public comment limited to agenda items
Work Session
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees will hold a work session to discuss several items, including a closed session to evaluate the superintendent, approval of new hires, and two construction contracts funded by 2016 bonds. They will also receive reports on bond updates and the preliminary 2022-2023 budget.
- Approval of CSP 2021-049 for Plano East Senior High School roof replacement, awarded to Paragon Roofing for $2,747,188
- Approval of CSP 2021-057 for Fine Arts Fire Lane Access Replacement, awarded to CI Pavement for $143,231.68
- Approval of New Hire Report
- Closed session to deliberate superintendent's annual evaluation
- Report on 2022-2023 preliminary budget assumptions and revenue estimates
Board Meeting
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees will consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts and personnel actions, including a $4 million annual contract for professional and consulting services for student services. The board will also vote on IT security services, literacy resources, and other procurement items, as well as approve personnel recommendations and a new principal appointment.
- RFP 2021-060 Professional and Consulting for Student Services, $4,000,000 estimated annual spend
- CSP 2021-055 IT Security Services awarded to True North Consulting Group, $341,240 year 1
- CSP 2021-058 Monolingual Classroom Literacy Resources awarded to Scholastic, $741,345 annual
- RFP 2021-048 Theater Supplies, Equipment and Services, $1,000,000 estimated annual value
- CSP 2021-003 Sockwell Center Roof Change Order, deductive $37,613.50
Special Called Meeting
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees is holding a special called meeting with a public comment session limited to agenda items. The main item is a closed session to deliberate on the Robinson Fine Arts Center, specifically regarding the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property. The board will reconvene in open session before adjourning.
- Closed session to discuss Robinson Fine Arts Center under Texas Government Code 551.072
- Public comment session limited to agenda items
- Meeting held at 2700 West 15th Street, Plano, TX
- Live stream available at pisd.edu/pisdlive