Minutes of Regular Board Meeting June 14, 2016

The Board of Trustees
Texas City Independent School District

Members Present:	
Dickey Campbell, President
Hal Biery, Vice President
Melba Anderson
David Moss
			Tom Prouty
			Bryan Thompson

Absent: 		Manuel Guajardo Jr.

Also Present:		Dr. Cynthia Lusignolo, Superintendent
			Susan Myers, Deputy Superintendent of Education
			Margaret Lee, Assistant Superintendent of Business and Operations
			Karin Miller, Assistant Superintendent of Support Services
			
Anne Anderson, Principal of Northside Elementary 
Florence Adkins, Principal of La Marque Middle School 
Rita Baldwin, TCISD Social Worker
James Banks, Executive Director of Technology

Joe Brinker, Director of Transportation
Dr. Terri Burchfield, Executive Director of Instructional Programs
Lisa Campbell, Director of Student Data
			Richard Chapa, Director of CTE 
Joe Figarelli, Director of Fine Arts
			Chris Filidei, School Liaison Division
Tony Furman, Principal of Levi Fry Intermediate
Jack Haralson, Assistant Director of Maintenance & Operations
			Marcus Higgs, Director of Human Resources
			David Hodgins, TCISD Attorney
			Nathan Jackson, Heights Elementary Principal
Cynthia Knape, Risk Manager
Deborah Laine, Director of Foundation for the Future	
			Adriana Lyle, Secretary to the Board
			Patti Martin, Assistant Principal of Northside Elementary 
			Ricky Nicholson, Principal of La Marque High School 
			Wendy Patterson, Principal of Roosevelt Wilson
Barbara Sharp, Director of Finance
Sherri Simmons, Secondary Coordinator
Leland Surovik, Director of Athletics		
			Julie Southworth, Principal of Blocker Middle School
Joy Toney, Principal of Woodrow Wilson
			Melissa Tortorici, Director of Communications
John VanDever, Director of Nutrition Services
Trey White, Systems Administrator
			Susan Wilson, Principal/Head Start Director of Calvin Vincent ECC 

A Regular Board Meeting of the Board of Trustees of Texas City Independent School District was held Tuesday, June 14, 2016, beginning at 6:30 PM in the Simpson Education Support Center Board Room.

1.	First Order of Business		
A.	Announcement by the President whether a quorum is present, that the meeting has been duly called and notice of the meeting has been posted for the time and manner required by law		
2.	Pledge & Invocation

Ms. Melba Anderson, Board Member, led the pledges to the flags.  
Mr. Dickey Campbell, President, gave the invocation.
		
3.	Special Recognition		
A.	Expression of appreciation for 2015-2016 Board President Mr. Manuel Guajardo Jr.		
4.	Public Forum

There was no Public Forum.
		
5.	Action Items		
A.	Consider approval of minutes for Board meetings held May 10, 2016, May 20, 2016, and May 23, 2016

Mr. David Moss, Board Member, moved to approve the minutes as corrected for the board meetings held on May 10, 2016, May 20, 2016, and May 23.2016.
Mr. Bryan Thompson, Board Member, seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6/0.
		
6.	Information Items		
A.	Review for approval Memorandum of Understanding with University of Texas at Tyler regarding partnership with TCISD to provide dual credit for students enrolled in Engineering 1201: Introduction to Engineering  Project Lead the Way

Mrs. Susan Myers, Deputy Superintendent of Education, reviewed the Memorandum of Understanding with the University of Texas at Tyler to provide credit for students enrolled in Project Lead the Way, course 1201: Introduction to Engineering. This course will be taught on-line through a partnership with faculty members from UT Tyler and an instructor on the TCISD campus. The 2016-2017 school year will be the second year Engineering 1201 is offered at TCHS and the first year students can receive dual credit for taking and passing the course. 
		
B.	Review for approval Memorandum of Agreement between Teen Health Center, Inc. and Texas City Independent School District.

Mrs. Susan Myers, Deputy Superintendent of Education, reviewed the Memorandum of Understanding between The Teen Health Center, Inc. and TCISD. This is a nonprofit organization that services schools throughout Galveston County. All clinics are located within local schools. All children 0-21 who live in Galveston County are eligible for services with the Teen Health Center, even if they are not a student. Children under the age of 18 must have a consent form on file.  The operation of two health clinics, one located at the Calvin Vincent Early Childhood Center and the other located at La Marque High School are recommended for approval.
		
C.	Review for approval Agreement between  UTMB Department of Pediatrics and Texas City Independent School District for consultative services for the 2016-2017 school year

Mrs. Susan Myers, Deputy Superintendent of Education, presented an agreement between UTMB Department of Pediatrics and TCISD for consultative services for 2016-2017. This agreement would allow UTMB to provide services regarding student health and welfare through collaboration with district nurses. UTMB may also provide updates regarding illnesses that affect school-aged students. These medical professionals will be in the district two days per month to consult with the district’s personnel. 
		
D.	Review for approval TCISD Calvin Vincent Early Childhood Center Supplemental Funding Application – COLA Grant Application

Mrs. Susan Myers, Deputy Superintendent of Education, briefed the Board regarding President Obama’s Public Law 114-113, which contains an increase of approximately $570 million for programs under the Head Start Act for Fiscal Year 2016. A portion of the increase provides a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) of 1.8 percent, depending on final funding decisions to assist grantees increasing staff salaries and fringe benefits and offsetting higher operating cost. TCISD Calvin Vincent Early Childhood program qualifies for a COLA $20,720 for 2016.

E.	Review findings of the Calvin Vincent Head Start Leadership/Governance/
Management System Review

Mrs. Susan Myers, Deputy Superintendent of Education, reported that on March 1, 2016, and March 2, 2016, the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) conducted a Leadership/Governance/Management System review event for the TCISD Head Start Program. Mrs. Myers reviewed the Head Start Review Event Report. Based on information gathered, no area of noncompliance was found during the course of the review. No corrective action is required at this time. 
		
F.	Review for approval the Results of the results of the Calvin Vincent Head Start Pre-K Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) Observations

Mrs. Susan Myers, Deputy Superintendent of Education, explained the from April 26 to April 28, 2016, the Office of Head Start conducted an onsite Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) review event for the TCISD Head Start Program. Mrs. Myers briefly reviewed the Head Start report. Observations conducted in preschool classrooms using CLASS looked at three domains and ten dimensions of teacher-child interactions and measures those observed interactions on a seven point scale.  CLASS assesses the interaction between children and teachers in three domains of classroom quality: Emotional Support, Classroom Organization, and Instructional Support; these serve as important indicators of the future of school readiness.  
		
G.	Review for approval contract with Shiloh Treatment Center for ESY services

Mrs. Susan Myers, Deputy Superintendent of Education, requested the Board consider the contract for ESY services with Shiloh Treatment Center for the month of July. These ESY services have been approved by the student’s ARD committee in La Marque ISD. Federal IDEA funds are available for this expenditure. 
		
H.	 Review for approval contract with Shiloh Treatment Center for Out of District
Placement for the 2016-2017 School Year

Mrs. Susan Myers, Deputy Superintendent of Education, made a request that the Board consider the contract with Shiloh Treatment Center to provide services for a special education student with severe emotional needs. This day placement has been approved by the student’s ARD Committee. Shiloh is a TEA approved day placement facility. Local and Federal IDEA funds are available for this expenditure. 
		
I.	Review for approval Service Agreement with Region IV for Summer Training

Mrs. Susan Myers, Deputy Superintendent of Education, reviewed the service agreement with Region 4 to provide professional development trailing sessions this summer: June 21, 2016. They would address Challenging Behavior and Inclusion Success for Students with Autism, and July 12, 2016- Data Collection for Students with Autism and The Autism Supplement. 
		
J.	Review for approval contract with Specialized Assessment for Bilingual Evaluations and ARD meeting translations for the 2016-2017 School Year

Mrs. Susan Myers, Deputy Superintendent of Education, requested the Board consider the attached agreement for Specialized Assessment. In order to provide appropriate assessment for bilingual students who are referred for Special Education or dyslexia testing. Local and Federal funds are available for this expenditure. 
		
K.	Review for approval contract with Lone Star Education Billing Services for the
2016-2017 School Year

Mrs. Susan Myers, Deputy Superintendent of Education, presented an agreement for Board approval for Medical administration services by Lone Star Educational Billing Services, Inc. Lone Star has provided TCISD with a comprehensive package of services which includes enrollment, training, and claims processing as well as consultative, statistical and audit services. 
		
L.	Review for approval License Agreement with Learning A-Z

Mrs. Susan Myers, Deputy Superintendent of Education, reviewed the license agreement with Learning A-Z for the 2016-2017 school year.  Reading A-Z provides leveled reading resources to differentiate instruction; Raz-Kids delivers interactive computer-based mobile books and quizzes at 29 reading levels. Writing A-Z delivers the leveled resources and tools necessary to improve students’ writing and skills. 
		
M.	Review for approval contract with Harris County Department of Education- ABC East for Out of District Placements for 2016-2017 School Year

Mrs. Susan Myers, Deputy Superintendent of Education, presented the ABC East contract for special education students with severe behavioral and life skills needs. Seven of the nine slots have been approved by the student’s ARD committee. The purchase of two additional slots is for potential educational placements. ABC East is a TEA-approved facility. Local and Federal IDEA funds are available for this expenditure. 
		
N.	Review for approval proposal to contract with IBCCES Services for training during the 2016-2017 School Year
Mrs. Susan Myers, Deputy Superintendent of Education, discussed the IBCCES Service Proposal to provide professional training and certification opportunities to staff. Professional development is needed to better equip staff to understand and deliver appropriate services to this population of special needs students. 
		
O.	Review for approval proposal from “rethink”  for the 2016-2017 School Year

Mrs. Susan Myers, Deputy Superintendent of Education, presented the Rethink Service Proposal that will help school design, deliver, and monitor evidence-based practices in special education. It provides video-based professional development for staff and parents, access to researched based lessons and video demonstrations, creating and tracking behavior intervention planning, and an activity center to engage students with fun skilled building activities tied to their individualized goals. 
		
P.	Review revised Summer School overview including services for La Marque ISD students

Mrs. Susan Myers, Deputy Superintendent of Education, gave a review of the revised chart, summarizing the proposed 2016 TCISD Sumer School Program. The Sumer School Program now includes additional programs serving La Marque students which include: 21st Century Community Learning Center (K-12), 5th and 8th grade STAAR Reading and Mathematics, EOC Algebra 1, EOC Biology, EOC Social Studies, EOC English 1 and 11 remediations, and Credit Recovery (9-12). All 2016 Summer School programs will be located at Kohfeldt Elementary, Blocker Middle School, and Teas City High School. 
		
Q.	Review May 2016 financial reports	

Mrs. Margaret Lee, Assistant Superintendent for Business and Operations, presented the following reports: 
		
1.	May 2016 General Fund Operating Statement		
2.	May 2016 Nutrition Services Operating Statement		
3.	May 2016 Annexation Operating Statement		
4.	May 2016 Expenditures by Function - All		
5.	May 2016 Expenditures by Function – 1XX		
6.	May 2016 Expenditures by Function – Head Start		
7.	May 2016 Construction Financial Report		
8.	May 2016 Check Register – All		
9.	May 2016 Check Register – Head Start
		
10.	May 2016 Investment Report		
11.	May 2016 Tax Collector Report		
R.	Review bids and proposals

Mrs. Margaret Lee, Assistant Superintendent for Business and Operations, presented the following bid for Instructional Supplies and Recognition Items: 
		
1.	26-06 Misc. grounds equipment, parts, and supplies		
2.	26-07 Motor vehicle parts and supplies		
3.	26-08 Fire alarm system/sprinkler system		
4.	26-10 Misc. a/c filters		
5.	26-11 Misc. tractor and small engine repairs		
6.	26-12 Ready-mixed concrete		
7.	26-13 Glass replacement		
8.	26-14 Plumbing supplies		
9.	26-15 Uniforms for maintenance department		
10.	26-29 Etheredge Stadium Parking Lot		
11.	26-30 La Marque Campuses – Pressure Washing		
S.	Review budget amendments

Mrs. Margaret Lee, Assistant Superintendent for Business and Operations, discussed budget amendments as presented.
		
T.	Review requested purchases with a cost of $50,000 or more

Mrs. Margaret Lee, Assistant Superintendent for Business and Operations, presented the following purchases with a cost of $50,000 or more:

•	PO 0510160272 – Briggs Equipment $53,705.40 for the purchases of lifts to be used a La Marque campuses during renovations and subsequent routine maintenance. This purchase was a part of the list provided by the Maintenance Department to support the Maintenance Tax Note. If approved, the funding source will be the Maintenance Tax Note.
•	PO 0220160276 – Creative Learning Systems $222,902 for the purchase of STEM lab equipment at TCHS. This purchase is funded by Foundation for the Future.
•	PO 0220160278 – Technical Laboratory Systems $177,155 is for the purchase of Amatrol Electrical Equipment for ITC Classes. If approved, the funding source will be General Fund – Allocated Fund Balance.

•	PO 0220160279 – Technical Laboratory Systems $205,581 is for the purchase of Amatrol Instrumentation Equipment for ITC Classes. If approved, the funding source will be General Fund – Allocated Fund Balance.
•	PO 0220160280 – Technical Laboratory Systems $463,850 is for the purchase of Maritime TRANSAS Equipment for ITC Classes. If approved, the funding source will be General Fund – Allocated Fund Balance.
•	Re‐carpet Lake Road Elementary (soon to be La Marque Primary) – We are currently awaiting quotes from Coop vendors. We anticipate that final quotes will be received before the June 14 meeting. Administration will review the quotes and make a recommendation. Administration’s recommendation will be distributed to Trustees via email before the meeting. If approved, the funding source for this purchase will be annexation funds.
		
1.	PO 0510160272 – Briggs Equipment $53,705.40 (funded with Maintenance Tax Notes)		
2.	PO 0220160276 – Creative Learning Systems $222,902 (funded by Foundation for the Future)		
3.	PO 0220160278 – Technical Laboratory Systems $177,155.00 (funded by General Fund)		
4.	PO 0220160279 – Technical Laboratory Systems $205,581.00 (funded by General Fund)		
5.	PO 0220160280 – Technical Laboratory Systems $463,850.00 (funded by General Fund)		
6.	Re-carpet Lake Road Elementary (quotes pending – utilizing Coops) (funded by Annexation)		
7.	PO 7500160245 – Motorola Solutions Inc. (funded by Annexation account)		
U.	Review Business Department contract renewals for the 2016-17 School Year

Mrs. Margaret Lee, Assistant Superintendent for Business and Operations, presented the following contract renewals:

•	Houston Methodist: contract to provide trainer services for the 2016‐17 school year to TCISD for compensation of $25,000
•	SafeSchools: subscription renewal for online employee safety training program at a cost of $9,795
•	Littleton Group: contract to provide third party administration of TCISD’s self‐funded workers’ compensation program. The schedule of costs is attached.
•	Midwest Employers Casualty Company: contract to provide workers compensation stop loss insurance at an estimated cost of $60,210. Final cost will be based on actual salaries paid during the plan year.
•	The Brokerage Store: contract to provide student and extracurricular insurance for TCISD (including La Marque campuses) at a cost of $88,336
•	Interface Employee Assistance Program: contract to provide an employee assistance program to TCISD staff at a cost of $1.65 per employee per month.
•	Region IV Video Conferencing: contract to provide TETN services in the administration training room, allowing employees to attend Region IV training without actually driving to Region IV. The cost of the contract is $6,500.
		
1.	Houston Methodist - trainer services		
2.	SafeSchools Online Training		
3.	Workers’ Comp Third Party Administrator		
4.	Workers’ Comp Stop Loss Insurance		
5.	Student and extra-curricular insurance		
6.	Interface Employee Assistance Program		
7.	Region IV VC4U Agreement		
V.	Review Galveston County Health District POD Agreement

Mrs. Margaret Lee, Assistant Superintendent for Business and Operations, reviewed the request by Galveston County Health District that TCISD entered into an agreement to serve as a Point of Distribution (POD) in the case of a public health emergency. TCISD’s primary responsibility under the contract is to provide physical facilities and equipment for distribution of immunizations, vaccinations, or mas antibiotic dispensing. 
		
W.	Review Head Start Storage Lease Agreement

Mrs. Margaret Lee, Assistant Superintendent for Business and Operations, presented the Head Start Lease Agreement.  This agreement is between TCISD and Galveston County Community Action Council (GCCAC ) Head Start for a storage lease. The leased property is located at 5900 Carver Avenue, Texas City, TX 77591. GCCCAC currently has an existing lease agreement with LMISD for this facility. GCCAC has requested that TCISD allows them to continue to use this facility for storage. The term of the agreement is eleven months. As this building is under consideration for future demolition. 
		
X.	Review Policy CDA(Local) – Investments

Mrs. Margaret Lee, Assistant Superintendent for Business and Operations, reviewed the Investment Policy CDA (Local). It is required to annually review this policy. Currently, there are no changes to the policy. 		
Y.	Review Certificate of Authority for Wells Fargo Bank accounts

Mrs. Margaret Lee, Assistant Superintendent for Business and Operations, presented an addendum to the Certificate of Authority for Wells Fargo Bank accounts. Mrs. Lee explained that every year, the signer on the checking account of Well Fargo Bank is changed to the incoming President after the election of Officers. This year the Certificate of Authority for Wells Fargo checking accounts is for Mr. Dickey Campbell, Board President. 
 		
Z.	Present Workers’ Compensation Annual Report

Mrs. Cynthia Knape, Risk Manager, presented the Texas City ISD Annual Worker’s Compensation Report for 2015-2016. Texas City ISD has had a very successful year in Worker’s Compensation in the following areas:

•	The Average cost per claim is below competitors and best practices
•	The Average  losses are below competitors
•	The Average loss per $100 of payroll is below Competitors. 
		
AA.	Present Construction Report

Mr. Jack Haralson, Assistant Director of Maintenance & Operations, gave an update of the Industrial Trades Center. 
		
BB.	Review for Approval of New Positions and New Stipends in Texas City ISD

Marcus Higgs, Director of Human Resources, made a request for three additional teaching positions, three paraprofessional positions, two auxiliary positions and eight new stipends for Texas City ISD for the 2016-2017 school year. 
		
CC.	Review FNCE(Local) – First Reading

Ms. Karin Miller, Assistant Superintendent of Support Services, read changes to Board Policy FNCE (Legal) that address the legal requirements for student conduct when using personal telecommunications and electronic devices at school. The district is recommending revisions to FNCE (Local) to allow students to use their electronic devices for instructional and personal use with campus approval. 
		
DD.	Review FNF(Local) – First Reading

Ms. Karin Miller, Assistant Superintendent of Support Services, read changes to 

Board Policy FNF (Legal). This policy addresses student rights and responsibilities for interrogations and searches. To assist the district in preventing injuries, and harm resulting from the use of illegal and performance-enhancing drugs or alcohol when enrolled in “safety sensitive” coursed, TCISD would like to consider the implementation of a mandatory random drug test policy for students in grades 9-12 who choose to participate in Industrial Trades Center programs. 
		
EE.	Review FDA(Local) – First Reading

Ms. Karin Miller, Assistant Superintendent of Support Services, read changes to Board Policy FDA (Legal). This policy addresses legal requirements for the school district to allow admissions for interdistrict transfers. The district is recommending revisions to FDA (Legal). This policy would allow students who successfully complete their freshman year at a TCISD high School and move between the end of the Student’s freshman year and the end of the junior year to be eligible to attend the District High School where they had been enrolled if they meet the specified eligibility criteria. 
		
7.	Business/Legal/Finance Consent Agenda

Item J3, Donations from Foundation for the Future, was added to the agenda for approval.

Mr. David Moss, Board Member, moved to approve the following Board Items: A (1-11), B (1-9), C, D (2- 5), E (1-70, F, G, I, J (1-3). This motion also includes the following items to be pulled and voted on separately, B (10-11), D (1, 6-7), and H. Mr. Tom Prouty, Board Member, seconded the motion, The motion carried 6/0.

Mr. Bryan Thompson, Board Member, moved to approve the following pulled Board Items: B (10-11), D 1, 6-7), and H. Mr. Tom Prouty, Board Member, seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for with one abstention by Ms. Melba Anderson, Board Member.

Mr. David Moss, Board Member, moved to approve pulled Item K, the approval of New Positions and New Stipends in TCISD. The motion was seconded by Mr. Melba Anderson, Board Member. The motion carried 4 for  with one against, and one abstention by Mr. Bryan Thompson.
		
A.	Consider approval of May 2016 financial reports		
1.	May 2016 General Fund Operating Statement		
2.	May 2016 Nutrition Services Operating Statement		
3.	May 2016 Annexation Operating Statement		
4.	May 2016 Expenditures by Function - All		
5.	May 2016 Expenditures by Function – 1XX		
6.	May 2016 Expenditures by Function – Head Start		
7.	May 2016 Construction Financial Report		
8.	May 2016 Check Register – All		
9.	May 2016 Check Register – Head Start		
10.	May 2016 Investment Report		
11.	May 2016 Tax Collector Report		
B.	Consider approval of bids and proposals		
1.	26-06 Misc. grounds equipment, parts, and supplies		
2.	26-07 Motor vehicle parts and supplies		
3.	26-08 Fire alarm system/sprinkler system		
4.	26-10 Misc. a/c filters		
5.	26-11 Misc. tractor and small engine repairs		
6.	26-12 Ready-mixed concrete		
7.	26-13 Glass replacement		
8.	26-14 Plumbing supplies		
9.	26-15 Uniforms for maintenance department		
10.	26-29 Etheredge Stadium Parking Lot		
11.	26-30 La Marque Campuses – Pressure Washing		
C.	Consider approval of budget amendments		
D.	Consider approval of purchases with a cost of $50,000 or more		
1.	PO 0510160272 – Briggs Equipment $53,705.40 (funded with Maintenance Tax Notes)		
2.	PO 0220160276 – Creative Learning Systems $222,902 (funded by Foundation for the Future)		
3.	PO 0220160278 – Technical Laboratory Systems $177,155.00 (funded by General Fund)		
4.	PO 0220160279 – Technical Laboratory Systems $205,581.00 (funded by General Fund)		
5.	PO 0220160280 – Technical Laboratory Systems $463,850.00 (funded by General Fund)		
6.	Re-carpet Lake Road Elementary (quotes pending – utilizing Coops) (funded by Annexation)		
7.	PO 7500160245 – Motorola Solutions Inc. (funded by Annexation account)		
E.	Consider approval of Business Department contract renewals

1.	Houston Methodist - trainer services		
2.	SafeSchools Online Training		
3.	Workers’ Comp Third Party Administrator		
4.	Workers’ Comp Stop Loss Insurance		
5.	Student and extra-curricular insurance		
6.	Interface Employee Assistance Program		
7.	Region IV VC4U Agreement		
F.	Consider approval of Policy CDA(Local) – Investments		
G.	Consider Addendum to Certificate of Authority for Wells Fargo checking accounts		
H.	Review Head Start Storage Lease Agreement		
I.	Review Galveston County Health District POD Agreement		
J.	Consider approval of Donations		
1.	SEP Donations		
2.	Donations for Early Registration Gifts		
K.	Consider Approval of New Positions and New Stipends in Texas City ISD		
8.	Curriculum & Instruction Consent Agenda

Ms. Melba Anderson, Board Member, moved to approve the following Board Items: A, B, C, D, E, F, I, J, K, L, M, N, and O. Items G and H will be pulled and voted on separately. Mr. Bryan Thompson, Board Member, seconded the motion, The motion carried 6/0.

Mr. David Moss, Board Member, moved to approve pulled Board Items: G and H. Mr. Bryan Thompson, Board Member, seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5/0 with one abstention by Ms. Melba Anderson, Board Member.
		
A.	Consider approval of  Memorandum of Understanding with University of Texas at Tyler regarding partnership with TCISD to provide dual credit for students enrolled in Engineering 1201: Introduction to Engineering  Project Lead the Way		
B.	Consider approval of  the Memorandum Agreement between  UTMB Department of Pediatrics and Texas City Independent School District for consultative services for the 2016-2017 school year		
C.	Consider approval of Memorandum of Agreement between Teen Health Center, Inc. and Texas
City Independent School District		
D.	Consider approval of TCISD Calvin Vincent Early Childhood Center Supplemental Funding Application – COLA Grant Application		
E.	Consider approval of  Summer School program and budget		
F.	Consider approval of the May 2016 Head Start Director’s Report		
G.	Consider approval of contract with Shiloh Treatment Center for ESY services		
H.	Consider approval of contract with Shiloh Treatment Center for Out of District Placement for the 2016-2017 School Year		
I.	Consider approval of Service Agreement with Region IV for Summer Training		
J.	Consider approval of contract with Specialized Assessment for Bilingual Evaluations and ARD meeting translations for the 2016-2017 School Year		
K.	Consider approval of contract with Lone Star Education Billing Services for the 2016-2017 School Year		
L.	Consider approval of License Agreement with Learning A-Z		
M.	Consider approval of contract with Harris County Department of Education- ABC East for Out of District Placements for 2016-2017 School Year		
N.	Consider approval of proposal to contract with IBCCES Services for training during the 2016-2017 School Year		
O.	Consider approval of  proposal from “rethink”  for the 2016-2017 School Year		
9.	Future Business		
A.	Future Agenda Items		
1.	Spring 2015 Assessment  Results		
B.	Consider report by Superintendent and/or Board members regarding previous or upcoming activities for Board members		
1.	June 16-18    Summer Leadership Institute in San Antonio, TX		
2.	June 28         Special Board Meeting - Simpson Administration Board Room at 6:30 p.m.		
10.	Closed Meeting

Ms. Melba Anderson, Board Member, made a motion to convene into a closed meeting under Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 through 551.084. Mr. David Moss, Board Member, seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6/0.  The Board of Trustees entered closed session at 8:40 p.m.
		
A.	Closed meeting will be held for the purposes authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.071 - 551.084 concerning any and all purposes permitted by the Act, including but not limited to the following sections and purposes: Texas Government Code Sections:

551.071  For the purpose of a private consultation with the Board's attorney on all subjects or matter authorized by law		
1.	when the governmental body seeks the advice of its attorney about:		
a.	Pending or contemplated litigation or		
b.	A settlement offer; or		
2.	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;		
3.	Consider legal advice regarding the purchase and sale agreement for the purchase of land and related action items;		
4.	Consider legal advice regarding Annexation Determination by Texas Education Commissioner regarding La Marque ISD and related actions		
5.	Consider legal advice regarding items specifically listed on the Agenda.		
B.	551.072  For the purpose of discussing the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property:		
1.	Consider Annexation Determination by Texas Education Commissioner regarding La Marque ISD and related actions		
2.	Review detachment and annexation of territory.		
C.	551.073  For the purpose of discussing negotiated contracts for prospective gifts or donations		
D.	551.074   For the purpose of considering the appointment, employment, resignation, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline or dismissal of a public officer or employee		
1.	Consider hiring of professional personnel;		
2.	Consider renewals, non-renewals and terminations of contracts for professional personnel;		
3.	Consider Annexation Determination by Texas Education Commissioner regarding La Marque ISD and related actions		
E.	551.076  For the purpose of considering the deployment, specific occasions for, or implementation of, security personnel or devices		
F.	551.082  For the purpose of considering discipline of a public school child, or complaint or charge against personnel		
G.	551.0821  For the purpose of considering a matter regarding a public school student where personally identifiable information about the student will necessarily be revealed by the deliberation		
H.	551.083  For the purpose of considering the students, guidelines, terms, or conditions the board will follow, or will instruct its representatives to follow, in consultation with representative of employee groups		
I.	551.084  Excluding witness for a hearing		
11.	Reconvene from Closed Meeting

The Board of Trustees reconvened into open session at 9:45 p.m.
			
12.	Consider Action on Items Discussed in Closed Session		

A.	
Consider Board approval of professional personnel recommendations

Mr. Marcus Higgs, Director of Human Resources, asked for approval of the hiring of professional personnel as discussed in closed session. Mr. David Moss, Board Member, moved for approval. Mr. Bryan Thompson, Board Member, seconded the motion. The motion carried 6/0.
		
B.	Consider Annexation Determination by Texas Education Commissioner regarding La Marque ISD and related actions

No action was taken.		
13.	Adjournment

Mr. David Moss, Board Member, moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:46 p.m. Mr. Bryan Thompson, Board Member, seconded the motion. The motion carried 6/0.
		
Approved: 
	
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Dickey Campbell	    	 		Date 
TCISD Board of Trustees 

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Adriana Lyle, Secretary 			Date 
TCISD Board of Trustee