Board Brief - 02.20.24

A quorum of the Pecos-Barstow-Toyah ISD Board of Trustees met for a Regular Board Meeting on February 20, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. in the PBTISD Board Room. The following items were presented, discussed, acted upon or approved.

Strategy III, Result 1: Showcase students and staff throughout the District.

Congratulations to the 30 students who exhibited the most growth in their NWEA Reading test for the 1st semester!

Individuals who wish to participate during the portion of the meeting designated for public comment shall sign up with the presiding officer or designee before the meeting begins as specified in the Board's procedures on public comment. BED(LOCAL)

• Matthew Florez - Community Comment

Presenter: Dr. Karen Matt, Chief Academic Officer

The board is required to hold a public hearing each year to discuss the state of the district including the Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR) report. You can view the report presentation here. Campus reports are available on pbtisd.net.

Items approved 4-0

View Minutes here.

The monthly financial update consisted of a Schedule of Appropriations and expenditures.

• Rescue Simulation Products (CTE Ambulance)

• BBF(LOCAL): BOARD MEMBERS - ETHICS
• BE(LOCAL): BOARD MEETINGS
• BQ(LOCAL): PLANNING AND DECISION-MAKING PROCESS
• BQA(LOCAL): PLANNING AND DECISION-MAKING PROCESS DISTRICT-LEVEL
• BQB(LOCAL): PLANNING AND DECISION-MAKING PROCESS - CAMPUS-LEVEL
• CDC(LOCAL): OTHER REVENUES - GIFTS AND SOLICITATIONS
• CNB(LOCAL): TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT - DISTRICT VEHICLES
• CO(LOCAL): FOOD AND NUTRITION MANAGEMENT
• COB(LOCAL): FOOD AND NUTRITION MANAGEMENT - FREE AND REDUCED-PRICE MEALS
• CSA(LOCAL): FACILITY STANDARDS - SAFETY AND SECURITY
• CV(LOCAL): FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION
• DBA(LOCAL): EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS AND RESTRICTIONS - CREDENTIALS AND RECORDS
• DCA(LOCAL): EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES - PROBATIONARY CONTRACTS
• DCB(LOCAL): EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES – TERM CONTRACTS
• DCE(LOCAL): EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES - OTHER TYPES OF CONTRACTS
• DEAA(LOCAL): COMPENSATION PLAN - INCENTIVES AND STIPENDS
• DEAB(LOCAL): COMPENSATION PLAN - WAGE AND HOUR LAWS
• DEC(LOCAL): COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS - LEAVES AND ABSENCES
• DFBB(LOCAL): TERM CONTRACTS - NONRENEWAL
• DH(LOCAL): EMPLOYEE STANDARDS OF CONDUCT
• DK(LOCAL): ASSIGNMENT AND SCHEDULES
• DNB(LOCAL): PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL - EVALUATION OF CAMPUS ADMINISTRATORS
• EB(LOCAL): SCHOOL YEAR
• EIA(LOCAL): ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT - GRADING/PROGRESS REPORTS TO PARENTS
• EIE(LOCAL): ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT - RETENTION AND PROMOTION
• FEC(LOCAL): ATTENDANCE - ATTENDANCE FOR CREDIT
• FFA(LOCAL): STUDENT WELFARE - WELLNESS AND HEALTH SERVICES
• FFAA(LOCAL): WELLNESS AND HEALTH SERVICES - PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS
• FFAC(LOCAL): WELLNESS AND HEALTH SERVICES - MEDICAL TREATMENT
• FL(LOCAL): STUDENT RECORDS
• FM(LOCAL): STUDENT ACTIVITIES
• FMG(LOCAL): STUDENT ACTIVITIES - TRAVEL
• FNAB(LOCAL): STUDENT EXPRESSION - USE OF SCHOOL FACILITIES FOR NONSCHOOL PURPOSES
• FNCA(LOCAL): STUDENT CONDUCT - DRESS CODE
• FO(LOCAL): STUDENT DISCIPLINE
• GKD(LOCAL): COMMUNITY RELATIONS - NONSCHOOL USE OF SCHOOL FACILITIES

By written order, a board shall appoint a presiding election judge and an alternate presiding judge for each election precinct in which an election is held. A board shall prescribe the maximum number of clerks each presiding judge may appoint for each election. The judges and clerks shall be selected and serve in accordance with Election Code Chapter 32. Election Code 32.001(a), .008, .033

In May 2023, the PBTISD community approved the passing of a bond to bring a new CMS and PHS. The projects have been in development since spring 2023. As part of the phasing of the construction for these facilities, Package #1 is the demolition work and work needed to support the portables that will be in place during construction. This package includes the work needed to support the academic and athletic portables for Pecos High School.

Aproved 4-0

Student Outcome Goal 1: The percentage of 3rd grade students who score meets grade level or

above on STAAR Reading will increase from 32% to 52% by August 2027. (2024 Goal = 40%)

• Goal Progress Measure 1.1: The percentage of Kindergarten students who score at the “Average” level or above on the end-of-year Reading NWEA MAP-Growth will increase from 62% to 82% by June 2027. (June 2024 Goal = 70%)
• Goal Progress Measure 1.2: The percentage of 1st Grade students who score at the “Average” level or above on the end-of-year Reading NWEA MAP-Growth will increase from 47% to 67% by June 2027. (June 2024 Goal = 55%)
• Goal Progress Measure 1.3: The percentage of 2nd Grade students who score at the “Average” level or above on the end-of-year Reading NWEA MAP-Growth will increase from 59% to 79% by June 2027. (June 2024 Goal = 67%)

Approved 4-0

Superintendent Constraint 4A: Campus leaders will engage in PowerWalks/Instructional Coaching with teachers, increasing from an average of less than 1 per core teacher in May 2023 to 2 per core teacher in May 2025.

Approved 4-0

Board Constraint #3: The board shall not make decisions based on adult conveniences over student needs.

7:30 p.m.

EXECUTIVE SESSION may be called for the purposes permitted by the Texas Open Meeting Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 through 551.146, Section 551.071 Consultation with Attorney, Section 551.072 Real Property, 551.074 Personnel Matters (Appointment, Employment, Evaluation, Reassignment, Duties, Discipline, Dismissal, Complaint)

• Discuss Recommendation for Zavala Elementary Principal
• Discuss Personnel
  
• Discuss Superintendent Mid-Year Evaluation
  

The Board reconvened to Open Session at 9:03 p.m.

• Consider and possible action on recommendation for Zavala Elementary Principal (Approved 4-0)

The Board adjourned at 9:04 p.m. on February 20, 2024.

The next regular School Board meeting is scheduled for March 18, 2024 at 6:30 p.m.

This newsletter is in line with Strategy III: We will broaden and strengthen partnerships with staff, families, and communities through transparency and effective communication.