Schulenburg Independent School District public meetings in 2025
30 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting
The Schulenburg ISD Board of Trustees will meet on December 15, 2025, at 6:00 PM to consider routine approvals, policy updates, and a one-time employee retention bonus for eligible staff. The agenda includes standard procedural items, public forum, and a closed session for discussion of confidential matters.
- Consideration of a one-time employee retention bonus for eligible SISD staff for 2025–2026
- Possible approval of local policy updates 2025.7 and 2025.8
- Possible approval of local policy update CL
- Approval of regular and special meeting minutes from November 17, 2025
- Construction update with Architect B. Rabe / Collier
Regular Meeting
The Schulenburg ISD Board of Trustees will meet on November 17, 2025, at 6:00 PM in the Administration Building, 401 Bucek Street. The board will consider approving an emergency evacuation memorandum of understanding with Flatonia ISD, revise purchasing policy limits, and vote on 2025–2026 campus improvement plans for both elementary and secondary schools. The meeting includes routine approvals, reports, and a public forum.
- Memorandum of Understanding with Flatonia ISD for emergency evacuation and family reunification procedures
- Revision to CH(Local) policy increasing Superintendent’s purchasing authority from $25,000 to $50,000
- Approval of 2025–2026 Campus Improvement Plans for Schulenburg Elementary and Secondary
- Approval of 2025–2026 TEA Turnaround Plans for both campuses
- Hiring of Cliff Hill as Assistant Principal/Director of Safety & Security starting December 1, 2025
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will consider approving the 2025–2026 District Improvement Plan and a $200,000 fund transfer for new technology. The meeting includes discussions on a high school gym audio system upgrade and various safety and response plans.
- Proposed $200,000 transfer from General Fund Balance for new technology, including Dell computers and Clear Touch Interactive TVs
- Approval of the 2025–2026 District Improvement Plan
- Proposed audio system upgrade for the Schulenburg High School Gym
- Consideration of the SISD Cardiac Response Plan, Multihazard Plan, and Active Threat for Schools Annex
- Donation of 23 laptops and 13 desktop computers from Mr. Shannon Hollas and AMD
Regular Meeting
The Schulenburg ISD Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to discuss and act on several items, including a construction update with the architect, approval of local policy updates, and a proposal to move two future board meetings due to district calendar conflicts. The board will also consider routine consent agenda items such as meeting minutes, finance reports, and a bond investment, and will receive reports from the superintendent, business manager, and administrators.
- Construction update with Architect B. Rabe / Collier (Progress Meeting 19)
- Consideration and possible approval of Local Policy 2025.4 update
- Consideration and possible approval of moving October 20th meeting to October 13th and January 19th meeting to January 12th
- Cash flow calendar and bond investment discussion
- Consideration and possible approval of district resignations (in closed session)
Special Called Meeting
The Schulenburg ISD Board of Trustees will hold a public meeting to discuss the budget and tax rate, then consider and possibly approve the district budget (including a compensation plan) for 2025-26 and an ordinance to set the 2025 tax rate. The board will also consider consent agenda items including meeting minutes, a finance report, and budget amendments.
- Consideration and possible approval of district budget inclusive of compensation plan for 25-26 (General Operation, Interest & Sinking, Cafeteria)
- Consideration and possible approval of ordinance to set tax rate for 2025 (Maintenance and Operations, Interest and Sinking Fund)
- Public meeting to discuss budget and tax rate
- Consideration and possible approval of budget amendments
- Next regular meeting set for September 15, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will review several policy updates, including the selection of library materials and prohibitions on diversity, equity, and inclusion duties. The meeting also includes a construction update and a decision on junior high sports for the 2025-26 school year.
- Possible approval of Local Policy EFB regarding the Selection of Library Materials
- Possible approval of a resolution to prohibit diversity, equity, and inclusion duties
- Possible approval of a resolution to prohibit employee action on controversial topics
- Possible approval of junior high baseball, softball, and golf for the 25-26 school year
- Construction update with Architect B. Rabe / Collier
Regular Meeting
The Schulenburg ISD Board of Trustees will consider and possibly approve several action items, including a recommendation to opt out of allowing homeschool students to participate in district activities. The board will also vote on the 2025-2026 Gifted and Talented Policy, property and casualty insurance coverage, and a compensation plan for the district. Discussion items include a construction update, a first reading of local policy updates, and draft guidelines for personal communication devices.
- Consideration and possible approval of opting out of homeschool student participation at SISD (Item 10.4)
- Consideration and possible approval of the 2025-2026 Gifted and Talented Policy and Procedures Handbook (Item 10.1)
- Consideration and possible approval of School Property and Casualty Insurance Coverage for 2025-2026 (Item 10.2)
- Consideration and possible approval of Compensation Plan for District (Item 10.3)
- Construction update with Architect B. Rabe / Collier (Item 9.1)
Regular Meeting
The Schulenburg Independent School District will meet to conduct a budget workshop and review a budget worksheet. The meeting includes a closed session for these financial discussions.
- Budget Workshop
- Budget Worksheet
Regular Meeting
The Schulenburg ISD Board of Trustees will meet on February 24, 2025, to discuss and act on personnel matters including new hires and resignations, receive a construction update from the architect, and review financial reports including budget amendments and a preliminary budget review. The board will also consider approval of meeting minutes and routine finance reports.
- Consideration and possible approval of new hires including an elementary principal, secondary assistant principal, and several teachers/coaches
- Construction update with architect B. Rabe / Collier, including allowance logs and executed agreements
- Consideration and possible approval of budget amendments
- Business manager's report including construction expenditures and preliminary budget review
- Discussion of resignations and personnel matters in closed session
Special Called Meeting
The Schulenburg ISD Board of Trustees will meet to discuss safety and security and personnel matters in a closed session. The board will then return to an open meeting to consider and possibly approve a security systems contract presented by Michael Matranga of M6 Global Defense.
- Possible approval of M6 Global Security Systems for the District
Regular Meeting
The Schulenburg ISD Board of Trustees will consider and possibly approve several action items, including the purchase of real property at 507 Bucek St. for $150,000, a contract with M6 Global Defense for security systems, and updates to local policies. The board will also discuss a safety presentation from M6 Global Defense and a construction update with the architect.
- Consider and possible approval to purchase real property at 507 Bucek St. for $150,000.
- Consideration and possible approval of M6 Global Security Systems for the district.
- Consideration and possible approval of Local Policy Update 2025.1 (policies BF, CAA, CDA, CY, DH, EHB, EHBB, FFG, GKA).
- Consideration and possible approval of the Hazardous Traffic Area for 2025-26.
- Consideration and possible approval of the SISD SHAC Committee, Wellness Plan, and By-Laws.
Special Called Meeting
The Schulenburg ISD Board will consider and possibly approve a new employment contract for Superintendent Lee Hafley, as well as teacher contracts for the 2025-2026 school year. The meeting includes a closed session before returning to open for these votes.
- Deliberate and possible action to approve Superintendent's employment contract for Lee Hafley
- Consideration and possible approval of teacher contracts for 2025-2026 school year
Regular Meeting
The Schulenburg ISD Board will consider and possibly approve a construction bid for the SISD Administration Building on Bucek Street, as well as a 2-year extension of the depository contract with Fayette Savings Bank. The board will also discuss a financial report from a school finance consultant, including the FY 2025 budget status and a safety and security evaluation progress report. Other action items include approval of student insurance for 2025-2026 and personnel matters such as resignations and administrative contracts.
- Consideration and approval of construction and renovation bid for the SISD Administration Building on Bucek Street
- Consideration and possible approval to extend the depository contract for the District to Fayette Savings Bank for a 2-year term
- Consideration and possible approval of Student Insurance for 2025-2026 School Year
- Report from Wade Stidevent, School Finance Consultant, on current financial status of FY 2025 budget and safety and security evaluation progress
- Consideration and possible approval of administrative contracts for the 2025-2027 school years, including Special Education Director and Business Manager
Special Called Meeting
The Schulenburg ISD Board will meet to discuss and possibly approve offering probationary or term contracts to personnel. The meeting includes a closed session for real estate and personnel matters before returning to open session for action.
- Closed session for real property discussion (Gov't Code 551.072)
- Closed session for personnel matters (Gov't Code 551.074)
- Consideration and possible approval to offer contracts (probationary or term) to personnel
Special Called Meeting
The Board will meet in closed session to interview candidates for the Superintendent position. Following the closed session, the Board will consider and possibly name a lone finalist for the role.
- Interviewing Superintendent candidates
- Consideration and possible naming of a lone finalist for the Superintendent position
Special Called Meeting
The Schulenburg ISD Board will hold a special called meeting to adjourn into closed session under Texas law to interview candidates for the superintendent position. No other business is scheduled; the meeting will return to open session only to adjourn.
- Closed session under Gov't Code 551.074 for personnel matters
- Interview superintendent candidates
Special Called Meeting
The Board of Trustees will meet for a special session to conduct interviews for superintendent candidates. This portion of the meeting will take place in a closed session.
- Interviews for Superintendent candidates
Special Called Meeting
The board will convene a closed session to discuss personnel matters, including a review of superintendent applications, and real property issues. The meeting will then return to open session before adjourning.
- Closed session for personnel matters under Gov't Code 551.074
- Review of superintendent applications
- Closed session for real property under Gov't Code 551.072
Regular Meeting
The Schulenburg ISD Board will hold a public hearing on the Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR) and discuss proposed construction renovations for the administration building on Bucek Street. Action items include approving a joint election agreement with the City of Schulenburg, a Pre-K delivery plan for 2025-2026, and a contract for strategic security planning. The board will also consider staff resignations and contracts for the upcoming school year in closed session.
- Public hearing on TAPR report
- Proposed construction renovations for SISD Administration Building on Bucek Street
- Consideration and possible approval of joint election agreement between SISD and City of Schulenburg
- Consideration and possible approval of Pre-K delivery plan for 2025-2026
- Consideration and possible approval to contract with a strategic security planning service
Special Called Meeting
The board will discuss personnel matters in closed session, specifically the Athletic Director/Head Football Coach position. Following closed session, the board will consider and possibly approve a contract for that role. The meeting also includes a prayer and a public forum for audience comments.
- Closed session for personnel matters (Gov't Code 551.074) regarding Athletic Director/Head Football Coach
- Consideration and possible approval to offer contract to Athletic Director/Head Football Coach
- Public forum with 5-minute speaker limit and 30-minute total time allotment
Special Called Meeting
The Schulenburg ISD Board of Trustees will hold a special called meeting to interview candidates for Athletic Director/Head Football Coach and possibly approve a contract. The meeting includes a closed session for personnel matters, followed by open action on the contract.
- Interview(s) for Athletic Director / Head Football Coach
- Consideration and possible approval to offer contract to Athletic Director
Special Called Meeting
The Schulenburg ISD Board of Trustees will meet to conduct interviews for Athletic Director and Head Football Coach in closed session, then reconvene in open session to consider and possibly approve extending a contract for the position. The meeting includes a public forum for community comments.
- Closed session for interviews for Athletic Director and Head Football Coach
- Possible approval to extend contract for Athletic Director and/or Head Football Coach
- Public forum for audience comments (5-minute limit per speaker, 30 minutes total)
Special Called Meeting
The Schulenburg Independent School District board will meet to discuss and possibly approve the 2024 financial audit presented by Crowe LLP. The meeting includes a call to order, prayer, and adjournment.
- Financial audit presentation by Crowe LLP
- Consideration and possible approval of the 2024 financial audit (DRAFT Schulenburg ISD AFR, YE 8.31.24)
Special Called Meeting
The Board of Trustees will hold a special called meeting on February 25, 2025. The agenda includes an interview for the position of Athletic Director / Head Football Coach during a closed session.
- Interview for Athletic Director / Head Football Coach
Regular Meeting
The Schulenburg ISD Board will hear presentations from two superintendent search firms and consider contracting with one. They will also vote on construction renovations for the admin building on Bucek Street, the 2025-2026 school calendar, and an election contract with Fayette County.
- Superintendent search firm presentations by TEE and Leon & Alcova Associates
- Consideration and possible approval of construction renovations for SISD Admin Bldg on Bucek Street
- Consideration and possible approval of 2025-2026 school calendar
- Consideration and possible approval to contract with Fayette County Elections Administrator for May 2025 election
- Donation of 140 laptops and Chromebooks from Advanced Micro Devices
Special Called Meeting
The Board will meet to consider the approval of presented resignations. The agenda also includes a closed session and the possible scheduling of future Special Board Meetings.
- Approval of resignations
- Setting of Special Board Meetings
Special Called Meeting
The board will meet to consider accepting several resignations, including that of Superintendent Motomura. The body will also discuss appointing and authorizing an Interim Superintendent for the district.
- Acceptance of resignations as presented
- Acceptance of the resignation of Superintendent Motomura
- Contract addendum and naming of an Interim Superintendent
- Adding Interim Superintendent to district financial records
Special Called Meeting
The board will convene in closed session under Texas law to consult with an attorney on a personnel matter where confidentiality conflicts with open meeting requirements. Following the closed session, the board will return to open session and adjourn.
- Closed session for attorney consultation on a personnel matter (Texas Gov't Code §§ 551.071, 551.074)
Special Called Meeting
The board will meet in closed session before returning to open session to take action. They will consider and possibly approve the resignation of the Athletic Director and the appointment of an Interim Superintendent.
- Consideration and possible approval of AD resignation
- Consideration and possible approval of appointment of Interim Superintendent
Regular Meeting
The Schulenburg ISD Board will consider calling a school board election for May 3, 2025, and approving renovations for the Administration Building on Bucek Street. They will also consider approving video security IP cameras. The meeting includes discussion of an architect update and a weight room demo, plus reports on enrollment, finances, and invoices.
- Consideration and possible approval of call for school board election for May 3, 2025
- Consideration and possible approval of renovations for Administration Building on Bucek Street
- Consideration and possible approval of video security IP cameras
- Discussion of architect update and PLAE weight room demo
- Consent agenda includes approval of minutes, finance report, budget amendments, and cash flow/investment report