ALL THE BUZZ

Public Hearing

FIRST Reading:

Heather Escalante, CISD Deputy Superintendent, presented the 2025 FIRST (Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas) ratings, where Caldwell ISD received a perfect score of “100,” earning the district a “Superior” rating. The full presentation can be found HERE.

Public Input

The Board heard public input from Terri Jurena regarding staffing and class sizes at Caldwell Elementary School.

Superintendent’s Report

Enrollment Report:

The enrollment of Caldwell ISD is currently 1,834 students.

Informational Reports

Bilingual/ESL Annual Program Evaluation:

Erin Supak, Chief Academic Officer, presented the annual evaluation of our Bilingual/ESL Program. The report, which you can view HERE, included program data, staffing updates, and highlights of ongoing support efforts such as bilingual summer school, family engagement events, and registration initiatives.

Finance Reports:

Heather Escalante, Deputy Superintendent, presented the September Financial Reports. The full report can be viewed HERE.

New Business (Action Items)

Consider and Approve Financial Audit:

The Board heard the annual financial audit presentation from Nathan White of Singleton, Clark and Company. The audit was unmodified with no findings or deficiencies noted. Approval was postponed pending completion of the required single audit, which has been delayed due to federal reporting timelines. No action was taken.

Consider and Approve Budget Amendment:

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved the budget amendment as presented, which will reallocate money within functions to best utilize this year’s funds.

Consider and Approve Purchase Over $50K:

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved a technology purchase over $50,000 to Dell Technologies for teacher laptops as part of our technology rotation plan.

Consider and Approve Resolution to Appoint a Member to the Burleson County Appraisal District Board:

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved a resolution reappointing Rebecca Gardner to serve as Caldwell ISD’s representative on the Burleson County Appraisal District Board for another two-year term.

Consider and Approve SHAC Committee Members:

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved members for the School Health Advisory Council (SHAC). The council is parent-led, with staff serving as nonvoting members. A chair will be selected from among the approved voting members.

Consent Agenda

Meeting Minutes - The Board of Trustees unanimously approved the meeting minutes.

The Board Meeting adjourned at 6:47 PM.