BISD Board Minutes

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Brent Adams, seconded by Gary Payne and passed unanimously to approve minutes of the regular board meeting as amended of July 12^th, 2007. Corrections: (II.C/passed unanimously) (II.H/September 15^th, 2007)

B. RESIGNATION (S)

Discussion/Conclusion: No resignation (s)

Recommendation/Action: No action

C. PERSONNEL

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore recommendation: Hire Mrs. Desay Dane for the additional K teacher on a probationary contract.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Brian Haase seconded by Brent Adams and passed unanimously to employ Desay Dane on a probationary contract for the 2007-2008 school year.

D. TASB BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore recommended to the board to support the re-election of Mrs. King.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Brent Adams, seconded by Gary Payne and passed unanimously to endorse Mrs. Mary Beth King for re-election as the Region X representative on the Texas Association of School Boards’ board of directors.

E. APPRAISAL CALENDAR

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore recommended the adoption of the proposed evaluation calendar.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Dwight Fleming seconded by Gary Payne and passed unanimously to adopt the proposed evaluation calendar for the 2007-2008 school year.

F. KITCHEN EQUIPMENT

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore recommended that the Board grant permission to sell excess kitchen equipment.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Brent Adams seconded by Gary Payne and passed unanimously to grant permission to sell and/or donate excess kitchen equipment as listed. A suggestion for donating was to the Bells Youth Organization.

G. RELIGIOUS VIEWPOINTS ACTIDISCRIMINATION ACT

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore with policy review asks the Board to approve policy FNA (Local) as recommended by Mari.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Brian Haase, seconded by Gary Payne and passed unanimously to adopt policy FNA (local)-ALT, Student Rights and Responsibilities, as presented.

H. PROPOSED TAX RATE

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore presented several tax options to the Board with explanation.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made Brent Adams, seconded by Brian Haase and passed unanimously to adopt a proposed tax rate of $1.17 maintenance and operations and $.13 interest and sinking for the 2007-2008 school year.

REPORTS

A. ADMINISTRATORS’ REPORTS

Rebeckah Pritchard, elementary principal presented and went over the handbook for the 2007-2008 school year.

Don Keene, junior high principal presented and went over the handbook for the 2007-2008 school year.

Will Steger, high school principal presented and went over the handbook for the 2007-2008 school year.

Danny Williams, athletic director gave a report on the 2007-2008 football team.

B. FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Mr. Moore presented the financial report as shown

in comparison of revenue to budget and check register.

Presented as information only.

C. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT

1) TexPool Account Summaries (attachment)

2) Utility summaries (attachment)

3) Transportation (attachment)

4) Cafeteria (attachment)

5) Miscellaneous – Updates

Mr. Moore went over the options for the Team of Eight Meeting.

The Board chose option 1: Superintendent and School Board Relations Within the Team of Eight

The Board and Mr. Moore decided on the 24^th as the next board meeting.

GOALS WORKSHOP

Mrs. Meeks went over current goals and options for future goals.

IV. EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Board shall convene in Executive Session as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Gov’t Code, Article 551.074 Revised Civil Statutes of Texas, Subchapter D and E.

V. ACTION AFTER EXECUTIVE SESSION

VI. ADJOURNMENT

The motion was made by Dwight Fleming seconded by Gary Payne and passed unanimously to adjourn at 9:17 PM.

Max Robertson, President Brian Haase, Secretary

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING

Bells Independent School District

August 28, 2007 6:45 PM

Bells Elementary Library

BOARD MEMBERS ATTENDING: BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT:

Brent Adams, Vice-President Max Robertson, President

Brian Haase, Secretary

Dwight Fleming

Gary Payne

Pete Wornhor

Jeannie Russell

SCHOOL STAFF ATTENDING:

Joe Moore, Superintendent

Marilyn Steger, Business Manager

Louise Sanford, Recording Secretary

I. PROCEDURAL

A. CALL TO ORDER/QUORUM: Vice-President Brent Adams called the

Meeting to order and declared a quorum at 6:45 PM.

II. PUBLIC MEETING TO DISCUSS

2007-2008 Proposed Budget

2007-2008 Proposed Tax Rate

Discussion/Conclusion: No one was present for the Public Meeting.

III. ADJOURNMENT

The motion was made by Gary Payne seconded by Dwight Fleming and passed

unanimously to adjourn at 6:50 P.M.

Brent Adams, Vice-President Brian Haase, Secretary

Special Board Meeting

Bells Independent School District

August 28, 2007 7:00 PM

Bells Elementary Library

BOARD MEMBERS ATTENDING: BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT:

Brent Adams, Vice-President Max Robertson, President

Brian Haase, Secretary

Dwight Fleming

Gary Payne

Pete Wornhor

Jeannie Russell

SCHOOL STAFF ATTENDING:

Joe Moore, Superintendent

Marilyn Steger, Business Manager

Louise Sanford, Recording Secretary

I. PROCEDURAL

A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

B. INVOCATION: The invocation was given by Vice-President Brent Adams.

C. CALL TO ORDER/QUORUM: Vice-President Brent Adams called the meeting to order and declared a quorum at 7:02 PM.

D. COMMUNICATION – PUBLIC COMMENTS

None

II. ACTION ITEMS

A. ADOPTION OF THE 2007-2008 BUDGET

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore’s recommendation was to adopt the 2007- 2008 proposed budget.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Gary Payne, seconded by Pete Wornhor and passed unanimously to adopt the 2007-2008 budget as presented.

B. ADOPTION OF THE 2007-2008 TAX RATE

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore’s recommendation was to adopt the 2007-2008 tax rate of $1.17 M&O and $.13 I&S. A decrease of $.26.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Gary Payne seconded by Brian Haase and passed unanimously to adopt a maintenance and operations tax rate of $1.17 per $100 value and an interest and sinking rate of $.13 per $100 value for the 2007-2008 school year.

C. BUDGET AMENDMENT #3

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore recommended the adoption of budget amendment #3 as presented.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Dwight Fleming seconded by Gary Payne and passed unanimously to amend the 2006-2007 budget as presented in budget amendment #3.

III. ADJOURNMENT

The motion was made by Gary Payne seconded by Dwight Fleming and passed unanimously to adjourn at 7:11 P.M.

Brent Adams, Vice- President

BELLS ISD REGULAR BOARD MEETING

September 24, 2007

7:00 PM Administration Building

BOARD MEMBERS ATTENDING: BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT:

Max Robertson, President

Brent Adams, Vice President

Brian Haase, Secretary

Dwight Fleming

Gary Payne

Pete Wornhor

Jeannie Russell

SCHOOL STAFF ATTENDING:

Joe Moore, Superintendent

Marilyn Steger, Business Manager

Will Steger, High School Principal

Don Keene, Junior High Principal

Rebeckah Pritchard, Elementary Principal

Danny Williams, Athletic Director

Tricia Meek, Curriculum Director

Brian Hicks, High School Teacher

Amy Roden, Elementary Teacher

Desay Dane, Elementary Teacher

Louise Sanford, Recording Secretary

ALSO IN ATTENDANCE:

Brian Grubbs, Southwest Securities

Dave Walston, L & M Leasing

I. PROCEDURAL

A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

B. INVOCATION: The invocation was given by President Max Robertson.

C. CALL TO ORDER/QUORUM: President Max Robertson called the meeting to order and declared a quorum at 7:02 PM.

Board members were introduced to the new staff. Campus principals introduced new staff members. New staff in attendance included: Amy Roden, Desay Dane, and Brian Hicks.

PUBLIC MEETING

The 2005-2006 Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) of the 2005-2006 school year was presented by Superintendent Joe Moore. The District received a rating of Superior Achievement.

PRESENTATION

Brian Grubbs of Southwest Securities addressed the board with a preliminary bond program. Information given to each board member included: Bond Market Update; Historical Statistics and Outstanding Debt Service; Summary of State Funding; Preliminary Bond Program Analysis; and Preliminary Bond Election Timetable. Questions and answers followed the presentation.

D. COMMUNICATION - PUBLIC COMMENTS

David Walston of L&M Leasing was present and explained the standard contract that was to be presented to the Board for approval concerning the mineral rights on the school property.

II. ACTION ITEMS

A. MINUTES OF REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF AUGUST 13^th, 2007

Discussion/Conclusion: The minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of August 13^th 2007 were presented as written.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Brian Haase, seconded by Dwight Fleming and passed unanimously to approve minutes of the regular board meeting of August 13^th, 2007.

B. MINUTES OF PUBLIC MEETING OF AUGUST 28^th, 2007.

Discussion/Conclusion: The minutes of the Public Meeting of August 28^th, 2007 were presented as written.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Brian Haase, seconded by Pete Wornhor and passed unanimously to approve minutes of the public board meeting of August 13^th 2007.

C. MINUTES OF SPECIAL BOARD MEETING OF AUGUST 28^TH, 2007.

Discussion/Conclusion: The minutes of the Special Board Meeting of August 28^th, 2007 were presented as written.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Brian Haase seconded by Gary Payne and passed unanimously to approve minutes of the special board meeting of August 28^th, 2007.

D. FUEL BIDS

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore recommended accepting the bid submitted by Douglass Distributing. He stated that they currently provide fuel for us and we are satisfied with their service.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Gary Payne, seconded by Dwight Fleming and passed unanimously to accept the fuel bid from Douglass Distributing for the 2007-2008 school year.

E. UPDATE 81

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore recommended the adoption of Update 81.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Brent Adams seconded by Gary Payne and passed unanimously to add, revise, or delete (local) policies as recommended by TASB Policy Service and according to the instruction sheet for TASB Localized Policy Manual Update 81.

F. MINERAL LEASE/SCHOOL PROPERTY

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore stated that after further review of our policy it is my recommendation that the board take no action until the November meeting.

Recommendation/Action: No action.

G. VISION & MISSION STATEMENTS

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore’s recommendation is to approve the Bells ISD Mission and Vision Statements as presented.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Brent Adams, seconded by Gary Payne and passed unanimously to adopt the Bells ISD Mission and Vision statements as presented.

H. DISTRICT IMPROVEMENT PLAN

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore and Mrs. Meek presented the District Improvement Plan for adoption.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Dwight Fleming, seconded by Brent Adams and passed unanimously to adopt the 2007-2008 District Improvement Plan with additions, corrections and deletions that were presented in discussion.

REPORTS

A. ADMINISTRATORS’ REPORTS

Rebeckah Pritchard, elementary principal reported on calendar of events, grandparents’ luncheon, school health advisory council and parent/community involvement.

Don Keene, junior high principal reported on enrollment, open house , meet the teacher, pep rallies, tutoring, no-zero-zone policy, volleyball and football.

Will Steger, high school principal reported on mentor groups, Princeton review, assessment, meet the teacher, homecoming week, new lighting and enrollment.

Danny Williams, athletic director gave reports on the Varsity/JV football scores, Varsity/JV volleyball program, JH volleyball/football, and high school cross-country.

B. FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Mr. Moore presented the financial report as shown

in comparison of revenue to budget and check register.

Presented as information only.

C. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT

1) TexPool Account Summaries (attachment)

2) Utility summaries (attachment)

3) Transportation (attachment)

4) Enrollment (attachment)

5) Miscellaneous – Updates

Team of Eight is scheduled for October 15^th, 2008 on regular scheduled

Board meeting.

IV. EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Board shall convene in Executive Session as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Gov’t Code, Article 551.074 Revised Civil Statutes of Texas, Subchapter D and E.

V. ACTION AFTER EXECUTIVE SESSION

VI. ADJOURNMENT

___________________________ ________________________

Max Robertson, President Brian Haase, Secretary

BELLS ISD REGULAR BOARD MEETING - October 15, 2007

BELLS ISD REGULAR BOARD MEETING

November 19, 2007

6:00 PM

Administration Building

BOARD MEMBERS ATTENDING: BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT:

Max Robertson, President

Brent Adams, Vice President (arrived 7:00)

Brian Haase, Secretary

Gary Payne

Pete Wornhor (arrived 7:00)

Dwight Fleming

Jeannie Russell

SCHOOL STAFF ATTENDING:

Joe Moore, Superintendent

Louise Sanford, Recording Secretary

ALSO IN ATTENDANCE:

Harper Perkins Architects

Corgan Architects

I. PROCEDURAL

A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

B. INVOCATION: The invocation was given by President Max Robertson.

C. CALL TO ORDER/QUORUM: President Max Robertson called the meeting to order and declared a quorum at 6:02 PM.

D. COMMUNICATION - PUBLIC COMMENTS

PUBLIC HEARING ON HB 621/ No one present. No Public Comments.

II. ACTION ITEMS

A. MINUTES OF REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF OCTOBER 15^th, 2007

Discussion/Conclusion: The minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of October 15^th, 2007 were presented as written.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Gary Payne, seconded by Dwight Fleming and passed unanimously to approve minutes of the regular board meeting of October 15, 2007 as amended. (IC. declared a quorum at 6:04)

B. APPRAISAL DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore recommended casting 40 votes for Keith Nathan and 34 votes for Norman Gordon for a position on the appraisal district board of directors.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Dwight Fleming, seconded by Brian Haase and passed unanimously to cast 40 votes to Keith Nathan and 34 votes to Norman Gordon in support of their becoming members of the Board of Directors of the Grayson Central Appraisal District.

C. HB 621

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore gave a brief update of HB 621 legislation; He recommended the adoption of the resolution # 001-07.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Brian Haase seconded by Gary Payne and passed unanimously to adopt Resolution Number 001-07, allowing continuation of taxation of goods-in-transit.

D. 2007 TAX ROLL VALUES

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore recommended the approval of the tax values and levy as presented by the office of John Ramsey, Assessor and Collector of Taxes for Grayson County

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Dwight Fleming, seconded by Jeannie Russell and passed unanimously to approve the 2007 tax roll value of $132,298,060.00, and the 2007 tax levy of $1,643,395.30, with a special assessment levy of $366.59.

E. TEACHING SHORTAGE AREAS

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore recommended to the board to approve the acute shortage areas identified by Texas Education Agency.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Dwight Fleming seconded by Gary Payne and passed unanimously to approve Mathematics, Science, Special Education, Languages other than English, Bilingual/ESL, and Technology Applications as acute shortage areas.

F. ARCHITECTS

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore made no recommendation pending interviews with board.

Recommendation/Action: No action taken pending completion of interviews.

REPORTS

A. ADMINISTRATORS’ REPORTS

Rebeckah Pritchard, elementary principal sent a written report. Mr. Moore was available for any questions concerning calendar of events, enrollment, attendance percentages, Veterans’ Program, Fall Festival, and Thanksgiving Food Baskets.

Don Keene, junior high principal sent a written report. Mr. Moore was available for any questions concerning enrollment, attendance percentage, upgraded computers, holocaust, schedules, safety audit, football and volleyball.

Will Steger, high school principal sent a written report. Mr. Moore was available for any questions concerning SAT/ACT, “Beowulf”, Band Christmas concert, UIL academic meet, One-Act Play, FFA results, Veterans” Day program, enrollment and attendance percentage.

B. FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Mr. Moore presented the financial report as shown

in comparison of revenue to budget and check register.

Presented as information only.

C. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT

1) TexPool Account Summaries (attachment)

2) Utility summaries (attachment)

3) Transportation (attachment)

5) Miscellaneous – Updates

Mr. Moore presented two architects to the Board for consideration:

HPA “Harper Perkins Architects, Inc. were present and presented an overview of their company from initial concept and programming through the completion of construction. They went over all services that would be included.

CORGAN Architects went over a presentation that included a view of their company, local office, 50 years of school design, accredited staff, team-based and cost effective design solutions.

IV. EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Board shall convene in Executive Session as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Gov’t Code, Article 551.074 Revised Civil Statutes of Texas, Subchapter D and E.

V. ACTION AFTER EXECUTIVE SESSION

VI. ADJOURNMENT

The motion was made by Brent Adams seconded by Gary Payne and passed unanimously to adjourn at 9:03 PM.

___________________________ ________________________

Max Robertson, President Brian Haase, Secretary

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING

Bells Independent School District

November 20, 2007 6:00 PM

Bells Administration Building

BOARD MEMBERS ATTENDING: BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT:

Max Robertson, President

Brent Adams, Vice-President

Brian Haase, Secretary

Dwight Fleming

Gary Payne

Pete Wornhor

Jeannie Russell

SCHOOL STAFF ATTENDING:

Joe Moore, Superintendent

Louise Sanford, Recording Secretary

ALSO IN ATTENDANCE

VIK Architects

Architectural Concepts Inc.

I. PROCEDURAL

A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

B. INVOCATION: The invocation was given by Vice-President Brent Adams.

C. CALL TO ORDER/QUORUM: Vice-President Brent Adams called the meeting to order and declared a quorum at 6:05 PM.

D. COMMUNICATION – PUBLIC COMMENTS

None

Mr. Moore presented two architects to the Board for consideration:

VIK Architects presentation included past and present jobs. Overview of all the services that there firm provided.

Architectural Concepts. Inc. presented a view of their company and professional services that they can offer. Topics on past and present jobs.

II. ACTION ITEMS

A. ARCHITECT FIRM

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore reviewed the four presentations with the board from architectural firms that included: HPA Architects, CORGAN Architects, ACI Architects, and VIK Architects.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Brian Haase, seconded by Gary Payne and passed unanimously to engage “HPA” Harper Perkins Architect firm to provide professional services.

B. CONTRACT/ L & M EXPLORATION

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore’s recommendation to accept lease from L & M Exploration as presented.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Gary Payne seconded by Dwight Fleming and passed unanimously to authorize the superintendent to execute a formal contract with L & M Exploration subject to ratification of the board..

III. ADJOURNMENT

The motion was made by Gary Payne seconded by Dwight Fleming and passed unanimously to adjourn at 8:51 P.M.

Brent Adams, Vice- President Brian Haase, Secretary

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING

Bells Independent School District

December 3, 2007 6:00 PM

Bells Administration Building

BOARD MEMBERS ATTENDING: BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT:

Max Robertson, President Pete Wornhor

Brent Adams, Vice President

Brian Haase, Secretary

Dwight Fleming

Gary Payne

Jeannie Russell

SCHOOL STAFF ATTENDING:

Joe Moore, Superintendent

I. PROCEDURAL

A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

B. INVOCATION: The invocation was given by President Max Robertson.

C. CALL TO ORDER/QUORUM: President Max Robertson called the

meeting to order and declared a quorum at 6:03 PM.

D. COMMUNICATION –PUBLIC COMMENTS

None

II. ACTION ITEMS

A. CONSTRUCTION DELIVERY METHOD

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore and the Board discussed the issues of

Construction Manager - Agent or Construction Manager at Risk...

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Brent Adams, seconded by Dwight Fleming and passed unanimously to use construction manager at risk as construction delivery method.

III. ADJOURNMENT

The motion was made by Brent Adams, seconded by Gary Payne and passed

unanimously to adjourn at 6:40 PM

________________________ ______________________

Max Robertson, President Brian Haase, Secretary

BELLS ISD REGULAR BOARD MEETING

December 17, 2007

7:00 PM

Administration Building

BOARD MEMBERS ATTENDING: BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT:

Max Robertson, President Brian Haase, Secretary

Brent Adams, Vice President

Gary Payne

Pete Wornhor

Dwight Fleming

Jeannie Russell

SCHOOL STAFF ATTENDING:

Joe Moore, Superintendent

Marilyn Steger, Business Manager

Will Steger, High School Principal

Don Keene, Junior High Principal

Rebeckah Pritchard, Elementary Principal

LaDonna Stanek, Elementary Teacher

Louise Sanford, Recording Secretary

ALSO IN ATTENDANCE:

Steve Davis, Auditor

I. PROCEDURAL

A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

B. INVOCATION: The invocation was given by President Max Robertson.

C. CALL TO ORDER/QUORUM: President Max Robertson called the meeting to order and declared a quorum at 7:04 PM.

D. COMMUNICATION - PUBLIC COMMENTS

LaDonna Stanek was present and updated the board concerning band and individual accomplishments for band members. Mrs. Stanek informed the board of an upcoming performance to be held at Pottsboro on January 12, 2008. She invited the Board to attend.

II. ACTION ITEMS

A. MINUTES OF REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF NOVEMBER 19, 2007

Discussion/Conclusion: The minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of November 19^th, 2007 were presented as written.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Brent Adams, seconded by Dwight Fleming and passed unanimously to approve minutes of the regular board meeting of November 19, 2007.

. B. MINUTES OF SPECIAL BOARD MEETING OF NOVEMBER 20, 2007

Discussion/Conclusion: The minutes of the Special Board Meeting of November 20, 2007 were presented as written.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Gary Payne, seconded by Brent Adams and passed unanimously to approve minutes of the special board meeting of November 20, 2007.

C. MINUTES OF SPECIAL BOARD MEETING OF DECEMBER 3, 2007

Discussion/Conclusion: The minutes of the Special Board Meeting of December 3, 2007 were presented as written.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Brent Adams seconded by Gary Payne and passed unanimously to approve minutes of the special board meeting of December 3, 2007.

D. BUDGET AMDENDMENT

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore asked the Board to approve budget amendment #2.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Pete Wornhor, seconded by Dwight Fleming and passed unanimously to approve budget amendment #2 as presented.

E. DONATIONS

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore asks the board to approve the two donations as presented.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Gary Payne seconded by Brent Adams to accept the donations of the Bells Athletic Booster Club in the amount of $1000 and the Bells PTO in the amount of $12,122.

Voting For: Max Robertson, Brent Adams, Gary Payne, Pete Wornhor, Dwight Fleming Against: None Abstain: Jeannie Russell Motion Passed

F. TEXTBOOK COMMITTEE

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore presented the textbook selection committee as presented.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Jeannie Russell seconded by Brent Adams and passed unanimously to approve the District Textbook Adoption Committee as presented.G. HIGHLY QUALIFIED REPORT

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore presented the Highly Qualified Report for approval.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Gary Payne seconded by Pete Wornhor and passed unanimously to approve the Highly Qualified Teachers Board Report as presented.

H. BOARD TRAINING

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore explained H.B. 2563 concerning requirements for board training hours.

Recommendation/Action: No action needed.

I. ARCHITECT CONTRACT

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore recommended entering into agreement with Harper Perkins Architects, Inc.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Jeannie Russell seconded by Gary Payne and passed unanimously to ratify the contract for architectural services (as presented/with amendments) and enter into contract with Harper Perkins Architects, Inc. for architectural services.

II. AUDIT FOR YEAR END 2007

Discussion/Conclusion: Mr. Moore introduced Steve Davis who presented the 2006-2007 audit. Mr. Davis answered all questions presented by the board.

Recommendation/Action: The motion was made by Brent Adams seconded by Pete Wornhor and passed unanimously to approve the audit for the 2006-2007 school year.

REPORTS

A. ADMINISTRATORS’ REPORTS

Rebeckah Pritchard, elementary principal reported on calendar of events, Texas Monthly, elementary walking track, UIL meet and enrollment/percentages.

Don Keene, junior high principal reported on food drive, money drive, Beta Club, study skills class, SSI mandated eighth grade math, International Student Festival of Cultures, basketball and enrollment/percentages.

Will Steger, high school principal reported on Beta Club officers, Christmas Band concert, Christmas drive, mentor groups and enrollment/percentages.

B. FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Mr. Moore presented the financial report as shown

in comparison of revenue to budget and check register.

Presented as information only.

C. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT

1) TexPool Account Summaries (attachment)

2) Utility summaries (attachment)

3) Transportation (attachment)

5) Miscellaneous – Updates

Mr. Moore updated the Board on the search for an AD/Football coach and handed out Superintendent’s evaluation tool.

IV.