I. Call to Order and Determination of a Quorum II. Pledges of Allegiance
Recognize Holiday Greeting Card Winners
Recognize Canned Food Drive Winners
Announce Trustee Continuing Education Credit Hours
Receive Cooperative Purchasing Report
Receive Bond Program Update
Public Forum: The Board will now hear those who wish to make comments and who have completed and returned the Public Comment Participation Request. This section will be conducted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act and Board Policy. Speakers must limit comments to issues that can be presented in a public forum. Complaints about student discipline, specific student issues or personnel must be addressed through appropriate administrative channels.
Discussion Items Trustees' Report 1. Trustee attendance at recent district and community events 2. Announcement of upcoming district and community events 3. Recognition of outstanding performance by district staff and students 4. Recognition of new programs and special activities
Discuss Future Agenda Items
Consider Approval of Board Meeting Minutes
Consider Approval of Human Resources Report
Consider Approval of Budget Transfers and Amendments to the 2016-17 Adopted Budget
Consider Approval of Tax Refunds
Consider Approval of Offer from Christopher Whitlock for Purchase of Struck-Off Property
Renewal Bids 1. Consider Approval of Purchase of Computer Workstations 2. Consider Approval of Purchase of Exams-International Baccalaureate Organization
Increase in Award 1. Consider Increase in the Awarded Amount for Playground and Grounds Materials 2. Consider Increase in the Awarded Amount for Montessori-Practical Life, Math and Cultural Studies Material 3. Consider Increase in the Awarded Amount for Instrument Storage Product
Consider Approval of the 2017-2018 New Course Requests
Consider Approval of the Resolution for District of Innovation
Consider Approval of Interlocal Agreement with the City of Garland concerning the joint use of Homer B. Johnson Stadium’s West Gate
Consider Approval of the Recommended Contractor for the Multi-Campus Additions and Renovations- Bussey MS, Freeman ES, and Kimberlin ES (2014 Bond Program)
Consider Approval of the Recommended Contractor for the Multi-Campus Additions and Renovations-Cooper ES, Sellers MS, Shorehaven ES and Weaver ES (2014 Bond Program)
Consider Approval of the Recommended Contractor for the Garland High School-Campus Additions and Renovations (2014 Bond Program)
Superintendent's Report A. Tax Report B. Quarterly Budget Report
Consideration and possible action regarding personnel matters as recommended by the Administration including; Executive Director of Human Resources, Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Director of Health Services, Secondary Administrator Student Relations and Principal of the Gilbreath – Reed Career and Technical Center.
VIII. Executive Session: Executive session will be held for purposes permitted by Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq. A. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071, private consultation with the Board’s attorney, in person or by phone, when the Board seeks the advice of its attorney about: 1) pending or contemplated litigation; 2) a settlement offer; or 3) on a matter in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with this chapter; and Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, deliberation regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee: 1. Evaluation, duties, and responsibilities of Team of 8 (Board and Superintendent); 2. Pending complaints and audits; and 3. Administrative recommendations including; Executive Director of Human Resources, Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Director of Health Services, Secondary Administrator Student Relations and Principal of the Gilbreath – Reed Career and Technical Center. IX. Reconvene from Executive Session for action relative to items considered during Executive Session A. Action Items (Non Consent) 1. Consideration and possible action regarding evaluation, duties, and responsibilities of Team of 8 (Board and Superintendent); 2. Consideration and possible action regarding pending complaints and audits; and 3. Consideration and possible action regarding personnel matters as recommended by the Administration including; Executive Director of Human Resources, Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Director of Health Services, Secondary Administrator Student Relations and Principal of the Gilbreath – Reed Career and Technical Center. X. Adjournment
Dec 13, 2016 Work Session
I. Call to Order and Determination of a Quorum II. Pledges of Allegiance
Recognize Holiday Greeting Card Winners
Recognize Canned Food Drive Winners
Announce Trustee Continuing Education Credit Hours
Receive Cooperative Purchasing Report
Receive Bond Program Update
Public Forum: The Board will now hear those who wish to make comments and who have completed and returned the Public Comment Participation Request. This section will be conducted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act and Board Policy. Speakers must limit comments to issues that can be presented in a public forum. Complaints about student discipline, specific student issues or personnel must be addressed through appropriate administrative channels.
Discussion Items Trustees' Report 1. Trustee attendance at recent district and community events 2. Announcement of upcoming district and community events 3. Recognition of outstanding performance by district staff and students 4. Recognition of new programs and special activities
Discuss Future Agenda Items
Consider Approval of Board Meeting Minutes
Consider Approval of Human Resources Report
Consider Approval of Budget Transfers and Amendments to the 2016-17 Adopted Budget
Consider Approval of Tax Refunds
Consider Approval of Offer from Christopher Whitlock for Purchase of Struck-Off Property
Renewal Bids 1. Consider Approval of Purchase of Computer Workstations 2. Consider Approval of Purchase of Exams-International Baccalaureate Organization
Increase in Award 1. Consider Increase in the Awarded Amount for Playground and Grounds Materials 2. Consider Increase in the Awarded Amount for Montessori-Practical Life, Math and Cultural Studies Material 3. Consider Increase in the Awarded Amount for Instrument Storage Product
Consider Approval of the 2017-2018 New Course Requests
Consider Approval of the Resolution for District of Innovation
Consider Approval of Interlocal Agreement with the City of Garland concerning the joint use of Homer B. Johnson Stadium’s West Gate
Consider Approval of the Recommended Contractor for the Multi-Campus Additions and Renovations- Bussey MS, Freeman ES, and Kimberlin ES (2014 Bond Program)
Consider Approval of the Recommended Contractor for the Multi-Campus Additions and Renovations-Cooper ES, Sellers MS, Shorehaven ES and Weaver ES (2014 Bond Program)
Consider Approval of the Recommended Contractor for the Garland High School-Campus Additions and Renovations (2014 Bond Program)
Superintendent's Report A. Tax Report B. Quarterly Budget Report
Consideration and possible action regarding personnel matters as recommended by the Administration including; Executive Director of Human Resources, Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Director of Health Services, Secondary Administrator Student Relations and Principal of the Gilbreath – Reed Career and Technical Center.
VIII. Executive Session: Executive session will be held for purposes permitted by Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq. A. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071, private consultation with the Board’s attorney, in person or by phone, when the Board seeks the advice of its attorney about: 1) pending or contemplated litigation; 2) a settlement offer; or 3) on a matter in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with this chapter; and Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, deliberation regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee: 1. Evaluation, duties, and responsibilities of Team of 8 (Board and Superintendent); 2. Pending complaints and audits; and 3. Administrative recommendations including; Executive Director of Human Resources, Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Director of Health Services, Secondary Administrator Student Relations and Principal of the Gilbreath – Reed Career and Technical Center. IX. Reconvene from Executive Session for action relative to items considered during Executive Session A. Action Items (Non Consent) 1. Consideration and possible action regarding evaluation, duties, and responsibilities of Team of 8 (Board and Superintendent); 2. Consideration and possible action regarding pending complaints and audits; and 3. Consideration and possible action regarding personnel matters as recommended by the Administration including; Executive Director of Human Resources, Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Director of Health Services, Secondary Administrator Student Relations and Principal of the Gilbreath – Reed Career and Technical Center. X. Adjournment