Board Recap

The district's efforts to improve accountability scores across multiple schools, proposed changes to attendance boundaries for Marshall and Linder, and big increases in the percentage of high-schoolers completing industry-based certification classes were among the many topics covered at October's information session. Let's dig in! Accountability Ratings Last year, the board added a constraint to the district scorecard that aims to prevent any school from receiving three cons

September's voting meeting included updates on the district's ever-tightening budget, the new transportation hub system, and efforts to support academic improvement at two of our 4F schools. Budget The board voted to approve a district request to take out a $140 million short-term loan, intended to bridge a cash-flow shortage triggered in part by a dwindling savings account. The loan was previously discussed at the board's Aug. 27 and Sept. 10 meetings. It will carry an addi

Trustees pressed the administration on improving all student groups' academic performance at this meeting, which also included details on a Sept. 24 vote on a short-term loan request of at least $140 million. The loan would help the district bridge a cash shortage until tax revenue begins flowing later in the year. Literacy and Math Scores At each information session, officials provide updates to the trustees on the district scorecard. At this meeting, trustees heard about p

The first voting meeting of the school year included a sobering budget update, news about public monitoring of school Turnaround Plans, and a presentation on special education. Let's get right to it. Budget After last year's cascade of cuts and shortfalls, the board and district planned more frequent public updates for this school year. See the new budget monitoring calendar here. This meeting included the first of what will be monthly updates, and signaled that budget woes

The board's August information session included a look at the newest state accountability scores, an extensive discussion of bus transportation hubs, and reports on early literacy and math.

A majority of the board voted to approve the district recommendation to immediately close Paredes Middle School. The vote was 7-2, with Trustees de Urioste and Quintana voting against the closure. Paredes' amended Turnaround Plan now goes to the Texas Education Agency for approval.

The 2026-27 board year started early with the first of two special meetings called to consider Supt. Segura's proposal to close Paredes Middle School just weeks before classes begin. The July 28 information session was the trustees' first chance as a group to discuss the sequence of events leading to what Trustee Kauffman called a "shocking" recommendation.

After weeks of discussion, trustees passed a budget June 18 by a vote of 7-1-1. The measure bridges more than $200 million in shortfalls through job and benefits cuts, increased class sizes, less planning time for some teachers, fewer bus routes, and planned property sales.

Distressing budget news occupied the bulk of this information session, which also offered updates on the district's efforts to improve dual-language instruction and boost the number of high-schoolers meeting Texas Success Initiative requirements.

At a special meeting, the district unveiled its recommended budget for next year, offering its latest recommendations for how it plans to offset a $181 million deficit. The cuts are deep and sobering, and trustees had plenty to say about the proposal. Remember that the board will meet again for its usual information session on June 11. The budget is once more on the agenda. Trustees are currently expected to vote June 18, ahead of the June 30 deadline to pass a budget and sub

Looming budget cuts dominated this meeting, triggering poignant testimony during public comments and pointed questions from trustees. Read the complete recap here: http://www.tinyurl.com/acpta-52126-aisdboardrecaps

Another week brought us another budget work session. This one included more specifics on possible cuts for many departments and deeper detail on work done thus far on defining an academic baseline.

The district's initial pass at budget cut recommendations was the prime focus of this meeting, kicked off by a robust public comment period. And there's no rest for the weary: The board is slated to hold another budget work session on May 14, with a focus on baseline academics and potential policy changes.

Another week, another budget meeting! This one was a work session, which the trustees plan to have more of as they approach a June 30 deadline for approving a 2026-27 budget.

Budget challenges and news on consolidations occupied the bulk of the board's April voting meeting.

Grim budget news and meaningful updates on special ed, college and career readiness, and more.

Enrollment, budget, and bond money, oh my! Plus some big-picture thinking on crafting a new academic vision. Read the recap here!

Planned partnership to run Dobie, Webb, and Burnet, and many public comments. Read the recap here!

Improvement plans, performance report, budget forecast, and other news. Read the recap here!

February's board info session included a lot of important updates on finances and school improvement.