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THE HOUSTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
OFFICIAL AGENDA AND MEETING NOTICE
NOVEMBER 15, 2012
SCHOOL BOARD SESSION
7:30 A.M.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF
THE HOUSTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT WILL BE HELD ON THURSDAY,
THE FIFTEENTH DAY OF NOVEMBER 2012, AT 7:30 A.M. IN ROOMS 1E01-1E02 OF
THE HATTIE MAE WHITE EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT CENTER, 4400 WEST 18th
STREET AND SUCH MEETING IS A SPECIAL MEETING.
NO AGENDA OR DISTRICT BUSINESS WILL BE DISCUSSED EXCEPT AS NOTICED
BELOW (ROOM OPEN TO THE PUBLIC)
7:30 A.M. - ROOMS 1E01-1E02
• EVAAS/STUDENT PERFORMANCE MEASURES DISCUSSION
• LEGISLATIVE AGENDA DISCUSSION
• END OF COURSE/15% UPDATE
• AUTHORI TY TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT FOR A
PROCESS REVIEW OF BOARD SERVICES AND CONFLICT DISCLOSURE
PROCESSES
BOARD SERVICES CONFERENCE ROOM
• DISCUSSION OF ANNUAL PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL FOR
SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS (CLOSED SESSION)
10:00 A.M. - BOARD AUDI TORIUM
• CONSIDERATION OF HEARING EXAMINER'S RECOMMENDATI ON, TEA
DOCKET NO. 243-LH-0612, ANNETTE OKORO, TEACHER, GREGORY
LINCOLN EDUCATION CENTER MIDDLE SCHOOL
• REHEARI NG TO RECONSI DER THE REMEDY GRANTED IN THE MATTER
OF MARTIN GONZALES
ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION UNDER SECTIONS 551.071, 551.074, 551.082,
AND 551.0821 OF THE TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE FOR THE FOLLOWING
PURPOSES:
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NOVEMBER 15, 2012
SCHOOL BOARD SESSION
7:30 A.M.
CLOSED SESSION (CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC)
1. PRIVATE CONSULTATION WITH THE BOARD'S ATTORNEY ON ANY OR
ALL MATTERS AUTHORI ZED BY LAW, INCLUDING
a) Matters on which the district's attorney's duty to the district under the
Code of Professional Responsibility clearly conflicts with the Texas
Open Meetings Law
2. PERSONNEL
a) Deliberate and discuss the duties of the superintendent, staff, and
Board of Education trustees, superintendent's annual evaluation and
contract, and consider compensation and contractual positions
b) Consider and approve proposed appointments, reassignments,
proposed terminations, terminati ons/suspensi ons, contract lengths,
proposed nonrenewals, renewals, and resignations/retirements of
personnel including
teachers,
assistant principals,
principals,
assistant superintendents, and other administrators, and, if necessary,
approve waiver and release and compromise agreements
c) Hear complaints against and deliberate the duties of public officers
and resolution of same
d) Consideration of Hearing Examiner's Recommendation, TEA Docket
No. 243-LH-061 2, Annette
Okoro, Teacher,
Gregory
Lincoln
Education Center Middle School
e) Reheari ng to Reconsider The Remedy Granted i n the matter of
Martin Gonzales
3. LEGAL
a) Matters on which the district's attorney's duty to the district under the
Code of Professional Responsibility clearly conflicts with the Texas
Open Meetings Law
b) Pending or contemplated litigation matters and status reports
c) Consideration and approval of the Settlement and Release Agreement
in the matter of HISD v. John Vidaurri , before the Texas Education
Agency; TEA Docket# 009-LH-09-201 2
d) Consideration and authority to settle in the matter of Houston
Independent School District v. Pamela Etienne-Branch; before the
Texas Education Agency; TEA Docket No. 014-LH-09-201 2
e) Status report and authority to settle in the matter of Jesse Alred v.
Houston Independent School District; before the Texas Education
Agency; TEA Docket No. 099-R10-0712
f) Consideration and approval of the Resignation and Release
Agreement in the Houston ISO v. Cassandra Quinsey; before the
Texas Education Agency; TEA Docket No. 008-LH-09-2012
RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION
DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION
AND
POSSIBLE
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ACTION
ON
MATTERS
NOVEMBER 15, 2012
SCHOOL BOARD SESSION
7:30 A.M.
CLOSED SESSION AUTHORIZATION DURING MEETING
If during the course of the meeting covered by this notice the board should
determine that a closed or executive meeting or session of the board should be
held or is required, then such closed or executive meeting or session as
authorized by Chapter 551.000 of the Texas Government Code, the Open
Meetings Act, will be held by the board at the date, hour, and place given in this
notice, or as soon as the commencement of the meeting covered by this notice,
as the board may conveniently meet in such closed or executive session
concerni ng any and all subjects and for any and all purposes permitted by
Section 551.071 through Section 551.084 inclusive of said Open Meetings Act
including, but not limited to:
Section 551.071
Section 551.072
Section 551.073
Section 551.074
Section 551.076
Section 551.082
Section 551.0821
Section 551.083
Section 551.084
For the purpose of a private consultation with the board's
attorney on any or all subjects or matters authorized;
For the purpose of discussing the purchase, exchange,
lease, or value of real property;
For the purpose of discussing negotiated contracts for
prospective gifts or donations to the District;
For the purpose of considering the appointment,
employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline
or dismissal of a public officer or employee or to hear
complaints or charges against a public officer or
employee;
For the purpose of deliberati on regarding security
devices;
For the purpose of considering discipline of a public
school child or children or to hear a complaint or charges
brought against a school district employee by another
school district employee;
For the purpose of deliberating a matter regarding a
public school student if
personally identifiable
information about the student will necessarily be revealed
by the deliberation;
For the purpose of deliberating in consultation with a
representative of an employee group;
For the purpose of excluding any witness or witnesses
from a hearing during the examination of another witness.
Should any final action, final decision or final vote be required in the opinion of
the board with regard to any matter considered in such closed or executive
session, then such final action, final decision or final vote shall be at either:
a.
b.
the open meeting covered by this notice upon the reconvening of this
public meeting, or
at a subsequent public meeting of the board upon notice thereof, as the
board shall determi ne.
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NOVEMBER 15, 2012
SCHOOL BOARD SESSION
7:30 A.M.
CERTIFICATE AS TO POSTING OR GIVI NG OF NOTICE
On this 12TH day of November, 2012, at 7:30 A.M., this notice was posted
on a bulletin board located at a place convenient to the public in the Hattie Mae
White Educational
Support
Center
of the
Houston
Independent . School
District, the
address of which is 4400 West 181h Street, Houston, Texas, as well as on the
district's public web portal.
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MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING
BOARD OF EDUCATION
HOUSTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
November 15, 2012
MEETING HELD - MEMBERS PRESENT
The Board of Education of the Houston Independent School District (HISD) held
Special Meetings on November 15, 2012 beginning at 7:46 AM in the Board
Conference Room of the Hattie Mae White Educational Support Center, 4400
West 18th Street, Houston, Texas.
Members Present:
Michael Lunceford, Board President*
Anna Eastman, 1st Vice President
Manuel Rodriguez
Greg Meyers*
Juliet Stipeche
Larry Marshall
Members Absent:
Harvin Moore
Paula Harris
Rhonda Skillern-Jones
Others Present:
Dr. Terry Grier, Superintendent of Schools
HISD Administrators, citizens and representatives of the news
media
*Greg Meyers arrived at 8:40am
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER - PURPOSE
President
Education
convened
District as
Lunceford called to order the Special Meeting of the Board of
of the Houston Independent School District ·and declared the Board
to consider matters pertaining to the Houston Independent School
listed on the duly posted meeting notice. ·
7:30 A.M.- ROOMS 1E01-1E02
• EVAAS/STUDENT PERFORMANCE MEASURES DISCUSSION
• LEGISLATIVE AGENDA DISCUSSION
• END OF COURSE/15% UPDATE
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•
AUTHORITY TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT FOR A
PROCESS REVIEW OF BOARD SERVICES AND CONFLICT
DISCLOSURE PROCESSES
BOARD SERVICES CONFERENCE ROOM
• DISCUSSION OF ANNUAL PERFORMANCE APPRAI SAL FOR
SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS (CLOSED SESSION)
10:00 A.M. - BOARD AUDITORIUM
• REHEARING TO RECONSIDER THE REMEDY GRANTED IN THE
MATTER OF MARTIN GONZALES
HEARINGS
REHEARING TO RECONSIDER THE REMEDY GRANTED IN THE MATTER OF
MARTIN GONZALES
On motion by Greg Meyers, seconded by Manuel Rodriguez, the board moved to
amend the previous Level Ill decision of the Board and deny any fees and
expenses to Mr. Mireles and/or TSPE, Local 1 6-0. Larry Marshall, Mike
Lunceford, Anna Eastman, Greg Meyers, Manuel Rodriguez and Juliet Stipeche
voted affirmatively. Paula Harris, Harvin Moore and Rhonda Skillern-Jones were
absent from the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Board at this special
meeting, Mr. Lunceford declared the meeting adjourned at 12:1Opm
The foregoing minutes of the Special Meeting of the Board of Education of the
Houston Independent School District held on November 15, 2012 in the Board
Auditorium of the Hattie Mae White Educational Support Center of the Houston
Independent School District, 4400 West 181h Street, Houston, Texas, were duly
approved at a meeting held on February 14, 2013
ATTEST
**
Any supplemental information to Agenda Items may be found in the Meeting Folder of
this date located in the Office of Board Services, Houston Independent School District.
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Mike Lunceford
Board of Education, President
Houston Independent School District
Rhonda Skillern-Jones
Board of Education, Secretary
Houston Independent School District
v
**
Any supplemental information to Agenda Items may be found in the Meeting Folder of
this date located in the Office of Board Services, Houston Independent School District.
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MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING
BOARD OF EDUCATION
HOUSTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
November 15, 2012
.<
MEETING HELD - MEMBERS PRESENT
The Board of Education of the Houston Independent School District (HISD) held ·
Special Meetings on November 15, 2012 beginning at 7:46 AM in the Board
Conference Room of the Hattie Mae White Educational Support Center, 4400
West 1ath Street, Houston, Texas.
Members Present:
Michael Lunceford, Board President
Greg Meyers*
Anna Eastman
Juliet Stipeche
Manuel Rodriguez
Larry Marshall
Members Absent:
Rhonda Skillern-Jones, Secretary
Paula Harris
Harvin Moore
Others Present:
Dr. Terry Grier, Superintendent of Schools
HISD Administrators, citizens and representatives of the news
media
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER - PURPOSE
President
Education
convened
District as
Lunceford called to order the Special Meeting of the Board of
of the Houston Independent School District and declared the Board
to consider matters pertaining to the Houston Independent School _
listed on the duly posted meeting notice.
*Mr. Meyers arrived at 8:40 am.
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WORKSHOP TOPICS:
• EVAAS/STUDENT PERFORMANCE MEASURES DISCUSSION
• LEGISLATIVE AGENDA DISCUSSION
• END OF COURSE/15% UPDATE
AGENDA ITEMS
AUTHORITY TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT FOR A
PROCESS REVIEW OF BOARD SERVICES AND CONFLICT DISCLOSURE
PROCESSES
On motion by Mr. Rodriguez, seconded by Ms. Stipeche, the foregoing
recommendation was approved with a 6-0 vote. Mr. Marshall, Mr. Meyers, Ms.
Stipeche, Ms. Eastman, Mr. Lunceford, and Mr. Rodriguez voting affirmatively.
Mr. Moore, Ms. Skillern-Jones and Ms. Harris were absent from the meeting.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The minutes of the Regular Meeting of November 8, 2012, were presented for
approval. On motion by Mr. Rodriguez, seconded by Ms. Stipeche, the foregoing
recommendation was approved with a 6-0 vote. Mr. Marshall, Mr. Meyers, Ms.
Stipeche, Ms. Eastman, Mr. Lunceford, and Mr. Rodriguez voting affirmatively.
Mr. Moore, Ms. Skillern-Jones and Ms. Harris were absent from the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT TO EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Board adjourned at 11:20 a.m. to closed or executive session under Section
D of Chapter 551 of Texas Government Code, Open Meetings Act, Subsections
551.071, 551.072, 551.073, 551.074, 551.076, 551.082, 551.083, and 551.084
for the purposes stated in the notice of this meeting. If any final action, vote or
decision on any matter considered in the closed session shall be required, such
final action, vote or decision shall be taken at the open meeting covered by this
notice upon the reconvening of this public meeting or at a subsequent meeting of
the Board upon notice thereof.
DISCUSSION OF ANNUAL PERFORMANCE APPRAI SAL FOR SUPERINTENDENT
OF SCHOOLS (CLOSED SESSION)
**
Any supplemental information to Agenda Items may be found in the Meeting Folder of
this date located in the Office of Board Services, Houston Independent School District.
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CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF THE SETTLEMENT AND RELEASE
AGREEMENT IN THE MATTER OF HISD V. JOHN VIDAURRI , BEFORE THE
TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY; TEA DOCKET# 009-LH-09-2012
On motion by Ms. Eastman, seconded by Mr. Marshall, the foregoing
recommendation that the Board approve the settlement and release agreement
in Houston ISO vs. Vidaurri, TEA Docket No. 009-LH-09-2012, on the terms
discussed in closed session with legal counsel, effective November 16, 2012,
was approved with a 6-0 vote. Mr. Marshall, Mr. Meyers, Ms. Stipeche, Ms.
Eastman, Mr. Lunceford, and Mr. Rodriguez voting affirmatively. Mr. Moore, Ms.
Skillern-Jones and Ms. Harris were absent from the meeting.
CONSIDERATI ON AND AUTHORITY TO SETTLE IN THE MATTER OF
HOUSTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT V. PAMELA ETIENNEBRANCH; BEFORE THE TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY; TEA DOCKET NO.
014-LH-09-2012
On motion by Ms. Eastman, seconded by Mr. Marshall, the foregoing
recommendation that the Board provide settlement authority in Houston ISO vs.
Etienne-Branch, TEA Docket No. 014-LH-09-012 on the terms discussed in
closed session with legal counsel, effective November 16, 2012, was approved
with a 6-0 vote. Mr. Marshall, Mr. Meyers, Ms. Stipeche, Ms. Eastman, Mr.
Lunceford, and Mr. Rodriguez voting affirmatively. Mr. Moore, Ms. Skillern-Jones
and Ms. Harris were absent from the meeting.
STATUS REPORT AND AUTHORITY TO SETTLE IN THE MATTER OF JESSE
ALRED V. HOUSTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT; BEFORE THE
TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY; TEA DOCKET NO. 099-R10-0712
On motion by Ms. Eastman, seconded by Mr. Marshall, the foregoing
recommendation that the Board provide settlement authority in Alred vs Houston
ISO, TEA Docket No. 099-R10-0712 on the terms discussed in closed session
with legal counsel, effective November 6, 2012, was approved with a 6-0 vote.
Mr. Marshall, Mr. Meyers, Ms. Stipeche, Ms. Eastman, Mr. Lunceford, and Mr.
Rodriguez voting affirmatively. Mr. Moore, Ms. Skillern-Jones and Ms. Harris
were absent from the meeting.
**
Any supplemental information to Agenda Items may be found in the Meeting Folder of
this date located in the Office of Board Services, Houston Independent School District.
HISD Special Board Meeting - November 15, 2012 - Page 4
CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF THE RESIGNATION AND RELEASE
AGREEMENT IN THE HOUSTON ISO V. CASSANDRA QUINSEY; BEFORE
THE TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY; TEA DOCKET NO. 008-LH-09-2012
On motion by Ms. Eastman, seconded by Mr. Marshall, the foregoing
recommendation that the Board approve the resignation and release agreement
in Houston ISO vs. Quinsey, TEA Docket No. 008-LH-09-2012 on the terms
discussed in closed session with legal counsel, effective November 16, 2012,
was approved with a 6-0 vote. Mr. Marshall, Mr. Meyers, Ms. Stipeche, Ms.
Eastman, Mr. Lunceford, and Mr. Rodriguez voting affirmatively. Mr. Moore, Ms.
Skillern-Jones and Ms. Harris were absent from the meeting.
EMPLOYEE HEARING
REHEARING TO RECONSIDER THE REMEDY GRANTED IN THE MATTER
OF MARTIN GONZALES
On motion by Mr. Meyers, seconded by Mr. Rodriguez to amend the previous
Level Ill decision of the Board and deny payment of any fees and expenses to
Mr. Mireles and/or TSPE, Local 1, was approved with a 6-0 vote. Mr. Marshall,
Ms. Stipeche, Mr. Meyers, Ms. Eastman, Mr. Lunceford and Mr. Rodriguez voted
affirmatively. Mr. Moore, Ms. Skillern-Jones and Ms. Harris were absent from the
meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Board at this special
meeting, Mr. Lunceford declared the meeting adjourned at 12:10 PM.
The foregoing minutes of the Special Meeting of the Board of Education of the
Houston Independent School District held on November 15, 2012 in the Board
Auditorium of the Hattie Mae White Educational Support Center of the Houston
Independent School District, 4400 West 18th Street, Houston, Texas, were duly
approved at a meeting held on June 6, 2013.
**
Any supplemental information to Agenda Items may be found in the Meeting Folder of
this date located in the Office of Board Services, Houston Independent School District.
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ATTEST
Mike Lunceford
Board of Education, President
Houston Independent School District
**
Rhonda Skillern-Jones
Board of Education, Secretary
Houston Independent School District
Any supplemental information to Agenda Items may be found in the Meeting Folder of
this date located in the Office of Board Services, Houston Independent School District.
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APPROVED
CLOSED SESSION AGENDA
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
APRIL 12, 2012
RECOMMEND TERMINATION -- CONTINUING CONTRACT
It is recommended that the Board of Education authorize the Superintendent of Schools to give written notice to the following
continuing contract employees, as required by Section 7 of his/her contract and Section 21.158(a) of the Texas Education Code, that
a proposed action to terminate his/her contract, pursuant to Sections 5 and 6 of his/her contract, and Section 21.154(4), Section
21.154(5), and Section 21.156(a) of the Texas Education Code, is pending before the Board of Education. Such notice shall include
the grounds assigned in support of the proposal and notice of his/her opportunity to request a hearing to contest the proposed
termination before a Texas Education Agency Certified Hearing Examiner assigned by the Commissioner of Education:
Name
1. Abbott, Janice
2. Brown, Beverly
3. Chatman, Sherald
4. Edwards, Albert
5. Etienne-Branch, Pamela
6. Jackson, Byron
7. Martin, Barbara
8. Thymes, Lacerne
9. Vance, Mary Lou
10. Whitehurst, Charlene
Employee ID Number
17902
25216
25177
05273
09043
11734
20035
12434
29791
17844
Position
Counselor, Secondary -11M
Teacher, Biology
Teacher, 5th grade
Teacher, History
Teacher, Math
Teacher, History - 5th grade
Teacher, History
Teacher, English
Teacher, ESL Elementary
Teacher, 2nd grade
Campus or Department
Milby High School
Jones High School
Emerson Elementary School
Marshall Middle School
Thomas Middle School
Hartman Middle School
DeVry/CLC High School
Madison High School
Eliot Elementary School
Ross Elementary School
RECOMMEND TERMINATION -- CONTINUING CONTRACT
It is recommended that the Board of Education authorize the Superintendent of Schools to give written notice to the following
continuing contract employees, as required by Section 1O of his/her contract and Section 21.158(a) of the Texas Education Code,
that a proposed action to terminate his/her contract, pursuant to Section 7 of his/her contract and Sections 21.154(4) and 21.156(a)
MINUTES OFTHE REGULAR MEETING
BOARD OF EDUCATION
HOUSTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
April 12, 2012
MEETING HELD - MEMBERS PRESENT
The Board of Education of the Houston Independent School District (HISD) held
a Regular Meeting on April 12, 2012, beginning at 2:00 p.m. in the Board
Services Conference Room of the Hattie Mae White Educational Support Center,
4400 West 1ath Street, Houston, Texas.
Members Present:
Michael Lunceford, Board President
Anna Eastman, 1st Vice President
Rhonda Skillern-Jones, Secretary
·
Juliet Stipeche, 2nd Vice President ·
Greg Meyers, Assistant Secretary
Lawrence Marshall
Manuel Rodriguez
Harvin Moore
Paula Harris
Others Present:
Dr. Terry Grier, Superintendent of Schools
HISD Administrators, citizens and representatives of the news
media
ADJOURNMENT TO EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Board adjourned at 2:00 p.m. to closed or executive session under Section
D of Chapter 551 of Texas Government Code, Open Meetings Act, Subsections
551.071, 551.072, 551.073, 551.074, 551.076, 551.082, 551.083, and 551.084
for the purposes stated in the notice of this meeting. If any final action, vote or
decision on any matter considered in the closed session shall be required, such
final action, vote or decision shall be taken at the open meeting covered by this
notice upon the reconvening of this public meeting or at a subsequent meeting of
the Board upon notice thereof.
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RECONVENED IN OPEN SESSION IN THE BOARD AUDITORIUM: 5:18 p.m.
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER • PURPOSE
President Lunceford called to order the Regular Meeting of the Board of
Education of the Houston Independent School District and declared the Board
convened to consider matters pertaining to the Houston Independent School
District as listed on the duly posted meeting notice.
PRAYER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
President Lunceford invited the audience to stand and join in a moment of silent
meditation and to remain standing for the pledge of allegiance, led by Cadet
Colonel Cristian Buitrago, a student from Bellaire High School.
1. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS:
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Student performance by High School for Performing and Visual Arts
Concert Dancers
Recognition of Student Leaders from Student Roundtable
Recognition of Green Mountain's "Green School Challenge"
Recognition of 2012 Yates Lions Men's Basketball Team
Recognition of Employee of the Month for May, Stanley Harris
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion by Mr. Marshal, seconded by Mr. Meyers, the minutes of the Regular
Board Meeting of February 9, 2012 and minutes from the special meetings on
February 2, 2012, February 6, 2012 and February 23, 2012 were approved with a
7-0 vote. Mr. Marshall, Ms. Skillern-Jones, Ms. Stipeche, Mr. Meyers, Ms.
Eastman, Mr. Lunceford and Mr. Rodriguez voted affirmatively. Mr. Moore and
Ms. Harris had left the meeting when the vote was taken.
**
Any supplemental information to Agenda Items may be found in the Meeting Folder of
this date located in the Office of Board Services, Houston Independent School District.
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4. SUPERINTENDENT'S COMMENTS
Comments made by the Superintendent can be viewed online by visiting
www.houstonisd.org; select "BOARD" in the top tool bar of district's front page;
select "Board Meeting & Workshop Agendas" from top tool bar; select "Regular
Board Meetings"; select ''video" where the Superintendent's Report can be
viewed.
4. BOARD CB-1 COMMENTS):
B-1 comments made by board members are general in nature including
acknowledgement of the specific school highlights, programs, or anything of
particular interest to a trustee. B-1 comments can be viewed online by visiting
www.houstonisd.org; select "BOARD" in the top tool bar of district's front page;
select "Board Meeting & Workshop Agendas" from top tool bar; select "Regular
Board Meetings"; select ''video" where the B-1 comments can be viewed.
5. SPEAKERS TO AGENDA ITEMS:
ITEM D-1, APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION REGARDING RECESS FOR
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
The following citizens registered to speak to this item:
• Chrysi Polydoros
• Mary Polydoros (student)
• Richard Samuel Wells (student)
• Nicholas Gonzales (student)
Mr. Meyers and Ms. Eastman thanked the speakers for addressing the board
with their concerns regarding this item.
On motion by Mr. Moore, seconded by Ms. Eastman, the foregoing
recommendation was approved with a 9-0 vote.
**
Any supplemental information to Agenda Items may be found in the Meeting Folder of
this date located in the Office of Board Services, Houston Independent School District.
HISD Regular Board Meeting - April 12, 2012 - Page 4
ITEM D-3, APPROVAL OF SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT RESTRUCTURING PLAN
FOR MADISON HIGH SCHOOL
The following citizen registered to speak to this item:
• Vivian Harris
There were no comments from the Board to this item.
On motion by Mr. Marshall, seconded by Ms. Harris, the foregoing
recommendation was approved with a 9-0 vote.
Item D-4, Approval To Reclassify Campus Organization Numbers For Gregory
Lincoln Elementary And Kaleidoscope Charter Middle School And To Divest New
Aspirations Charter School, Dominion Academy And Devry Advantage Academy
The following citizens registered to speak to this itm:
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Maria Aceves (student)
Gabriela Velasquez (student)
Samantha Gomez-Mora (student}
Thania Balladares (student)
Queen Faith Ohuabunwa (student)
Silvia Aceves
Mercedes Herrera
Lorena Ochoa
Tom Berg
Bridgett Johnson
Marianela Acuna
Fidencio Leija Chavez, Jr.
Javier Perez
Dr. Grier recognized Dr. Dallas Dance, Chief Middle School Officer, and Orlando
Riddick, Chief High School Officer, who provided the Board with additional
information, followed by comments from board members.
**
Any supplemental information to Agenda Items may be found in the Meeting Folder of
this date located in the Office of Board Services, Houston Independent School District.
HISD Regular Board Meeting - April 12, 2012 - Page 5
Item D-4, Approval To Reclassify Campus Organization Numbers For Gregory
Lincoln Elementary And Kaleidoscope Charter Middle School And To Divest New
Aspirations Charter School, Dominion Academy And Devry Advantage Academy
(Continued)
Mr. Rodriguez offered an amended motion to remove Kaleidoscope and Devry
Advantage Academy from Item D-4, have the administration look at those two
programs to see if they could be housed elsewhere, before they were actually
closed, and to bring recommendations back to the board, which was seconded
by Ms. Stipeche. The amendment failed with a vote of 3-6. Ms. Skillern-Jones,
Mr. Lunceford and Mr. Rodriguez voted affirmatively. Mr. Marshall, Mr. Moore,
Ms. Stipeche, Mr. Meyers, Ms. Harris and Ms. Eastman opposed.
On motion by Mr. Marshall, seconded by Mr. Rodriguez, the original motion was
approved with a 6-3 vote. Mr. Marshall, Mr. Moore, Mr. Meyers, Ms. Harris, Ms.
Eastman, Mr. Lunceford voted affirmatively. Ms. Skillern-Jones, Ms. Stipeche
and Mr. Rodriguez opposed.
ITEM D-7, AUTHORITY TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE CONTRACTS AND
AGREEMENTS WITH VENDORS FOR UPCOMING PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR TEACHERS AND ADMI NISTRATORS
The following citizens registered to speak to this item:
• Mikhail (Michael) Guttentag
• Madhu Dwivedi
• Timothy Johnson
Ms. Harris, Mr. Rodriguez, Ms. Stipeche and Mr. Lunceford spoke in support of
the item.
On motion by Mr. Rodriguez, seconded by Mr. Moore,
recommendation was approved unanimously with a 9-0 vote.
**
the
foregoing
Any supplemental information to Agenda Items may be found in the Meeting Folder of
this date located in the Office of Board Services, Houston Independent School District.
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ITEM G-2, APPROVAL OF VENDOR AWARDS FOR PURCHASES OVER
$100,000 AND RATIFICATION OF VENDOR AWARDS FOR PURCHASES UNDER
$100,000
The following citizen registered to speak regarding this item:
• Tom Rykalsky
Ms. Stipeche expressed concerns with some of the food choices for students and
offered an amended motion that the administration hold or withdraw from Item G2 the following items: Project 12-01-04, pizza; Project 12-01-03, Sunny Sky
Products and Project 12-01-05, Blue Bell ice cream. Ms. Eastman seconded the
motion. The motion failed with a vote of 2-7. Ms. Stipeche and Ms. Eastman
voted affirmatively. Mr. Marshall, Mr. Moore, Ms. Skillern-Jones, Mr. Meyers, Ms.
Harris, Mr. Lunceford and Mr. Rodriguez opposed.
On motion by Mr. Marshall, seconded by Mr. Rodriguez, the original motion was
approved with an 8-1 vote. Mr. Marshall, Ms. Skillern-Jones, Mr. Meyers, Ms.
Eastman, Mr. Lunceford, Mr. Moore, Ms. Harris and Mr. Rodriguez voted
affirmatively. Ms. Stipeche opposed.
ITEM H-3
CONSIDERATI ON AND APPROVAL OF TERM CONTRACT
EMPLOYMENT AREAS FOR REDUCTION IN FORCE
The following speaker addressed the Board concerning this item:
• Gayle Fallon
Board members asked questions concerning the anticipated reduction in force
and its impact on teachers, which were addressed by Ann Best, Chief Human
Resources Officer.
On motion by Mr. Moore, seconded by Mr. Meyers, the foregoing recommendation
was approved with a 7-0 vote. Mr. Marshall, Mr. Meyers, Ms. Eastman, Mr.
Lunceford, Mr. Moore, Ms. Harris and Mr. Rodriguez voted affirmatively. Ms.
Skillern-Jones and Ms. Stipeche opposed.
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PROPOSED ESTABLISHMENT OF BOARD POLICY DFFC(LOCAL),
REDUCTION IN FORCE: CONTINUING CONTRACTS-FIRST READING
The following citizens spoke concerning this item:
• Gayle Fallon
• Andrew Dewey
Mr. Rodriguez asked David Thompson, attorney with the firm of Thompson &
Horton, LLP, for a legal opinion on the comments made by Mr. Dewey who
stated that teacher contracts should be honored; that HISD could not legally
make the changes proposed in the item and that they were blatant violations of
contracts.
Mr. Thompson said that he understood this was an area of debate. He
continued, saying that the law is very straight forward that there is differentiation
between the substantive rights under a contract; the right to employment, the
right to compensation for work performed, etc. and procedural provisions that
may attach to a contract. Procedural provisions may be changed during the term
of the contract, the substantive provisions may not. Mr. Thompson explained that
you wouldn't come in during the middle of a contract and change a substantive
entitlement that someone gets as the very part of the contract, but procedural
provisions, timelines, and things of that nature, may be changed. There is an
argument here in the event of a reduction in force whether the method in which
the reduction takes place, whether seniority is a substantive or a procedural
aspect. If it was substantive, you would come down one way and if it were
procedural you would come down another way. This is an issue that is open for
debate. As the board's counsel, he noted that the administration had looked
closely at this, understood the issue and was bringing the policy forward for the
board's consideration.
Mr. Rodriguez questioned the start date of the contract and the change in date
under the new law.
Mr. Thompson agreed that during the term of a contract, the substantive change
under that contract could be changed prospectively for the next year or for the
next contract period, but not retroactively in the middle of a contract. He said that
a procedural provision may be subject to change.
Ms. Stipeche asked if the district anticipated litigation and the cost in terms of
changing this policy.
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PROPOSED ESTABLISHMENT OF BOARD POLICY DFFC(LOCAL),
REDUCTION IN FORCE: CONTINUING CONTRACTS-FIRST READING
(Continued)
Mr. Thompson responded that this is an issue where there could be an appeal to
the Commissioner. He could not answer the second question regarding how
much money could potentially be lost as a result of changing this policy. He said
that he believed the position reflected in this policy was a defensible position, and
acknowledged there was a different point of view on that issue.
Ms. Stipeche asked if there was a probability of litigation as opposed to a
possibility of litigation in terms of a loss of money to try and resolve this through a
legal avenue. She asked if there was an opportunity to create a policy that was
more agreeable at this stage as opposed to passing something that would
eventually be litigated.
Mr. Thompson responded that this policy and other policy changes go through
the consultation process. If there is no agreement, there is no opportunity for a
veto in consultation because it's an opportunity to consult. He explained that the
policy issue is whether you look at seniority or performance this year. If you only
look at seniority, the weight of any changes fall on the term contract teachers. If
you look at performance, then all of your teachers will be subject to the same
examination. There will be an opportunity for further comments between the first
and second reading before the policy takes effect. This is a policy choice for the
board whether they choose to use performance or rely only on seniority for this
year. In future years, it's clearly within both the requirement of statute and the
board's authority to make these decisions based on performance. Changes to
Senate Bill 8 are currently in effect and they did go into effect after the school
year had begun. The question is whether or not to use seniority or performance
for continuing contracts in making decisions this year.
Ms. Eastman asked if there were time requirements that had to be met to notify
employees concerning a reduction in force.
Mr. Thompson stated that the calendar date she was referring to was the
distinction between term contracts and continuing contracts. There is a notice
date for term and probationary contract employees, but not for a continuing
contract. The definition of a continuing contract is it's an evergreen contract; it
continually renews so by definition, you are never looking at non-renewal
whether it's at the end of the year or in the middle of the year, it will always be, by
the very definition of the continuing contract, whether or not to terminate a
continuing contract.
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PROPOSED ESTABLISHMENT OF BOARD POLICY DFFC(LOCAL),
REDUCTION IN FORCE: CONTINUING CONTRACTS-FIRST READING
(Continued)
Ms. Eastman noted that she was frustrated that the district waited until now to do
this and that those employees are not afforded the same timeline as employees
who are on term and probationary contracts. She said she would have liked to
see this done earlier so employees would have known before May or June.
Ms. Elneita Hutchins-Taylor, General Counsel, stated it was not uncommon for
the district to bring forward recommendations for continuing contract teachers in
the month of May. This allowed the district to stay within the 45 day timeline
when submitting recommendations at the April meeting for the term and
probationary teachers. For performance and other reasons, it's not uncommon
annually for continuing contract teachers to be brought forward even after that
deadline.
On motion by Mr. Marshall, seconded by Mr. Moore, the foregoing
recommendation was approved with a 6-3 vote. Mr. Marshall, Mr. Moore, Mr.
Meyers, Ms. Harris, Ms. Eastman and Mr. Lunceford voted affirmatively. Ms.
Skillern-Jones, Ms. Stipeche and Mr. Rodriguez opposed.
Personnel
CONSIDER
AND
APPROVE
PROPOSED
APPOINTMENTS,
REASSIGNMENTS, TERMI NATIONS/SUSPENSIONS, CONTRACT LENGTHS,
NONRENEW ALS, RENEWALS, AND RESIGNATIONS/RETIREMENTS OF
PERSONNEL
INCLUDING
TEACHERS,
ASSISTANT
PRINCIPALS,
PRINCIPALS,
ASSISTANT
SUPERINTENDENTS,
AND
OTHER
ADMI NISTRATORS; AND, IF NECESSARY, APPROVAL OF WAIVER AND
RELEASE AND COMPROMISE AGREEMENTS
On motion by Mr. Marshall, seconded Ms. Eastman, the foregoing recommendation
that the board approve the recommended termination of continuing contracts and
probationary contracts, recommended nonrenewal of term contracts, recommended
fourth year of probation for teachers, and recommended nonrenewal of certified
administrator performance contracts on the terms discussed in closed session,
effective April 13, 2012 was approved with a 7-0 vote. Mr. Marshall, Ms. SkillernJones, Mr. Meyers, Ms. Harris, Ms. Eastman, Mr. Lunceford and Mr. Rodriguez
voted affirmatively. Mr. Moore had left the meeting when the vote was taken. Ms.
Stipeche was away from the table.
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Legal Matters
CONSIDERATION AND AUTHORITY TO SETILE IN THE MATIER OF
ENRIQUE MENDOZA V. HOUSTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET
AL.; IN THE 133RD JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT OF HARRIS COUNTY, TX;
CAUSE NO. 2010-75406
On motion by Mr. Marshall, seconded Ms. Eastman, the foregoing recommendation
that the board approve settlement authority in Mendoza vs. Houston ISD, 133rd
District Court, Harris County, Cause No. 2010-75406, on the terms discussed in
closed session with legal counsel, effective April 13, 2012, was approved with a 7-0
vote . . Mr. Marshall, Ms. Skillern-Jones, Mr. Meyers, Ms. Harris, Ms. Eastman, Mr.
Lunceford and Mr. Rodriguez voted affirmatively. Mr. Moore had left the meeting
when the vote was taken. Ms. Stipeche was away from the table.
CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF THE RESIGNATION AGREEMENT
AND RELEASE IN THE MATIER OF HOUSTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL
DISTRICT V. KAYLEEN WILLIAMS; BEFORE THE TEXAS EDUCATION
AGENCY; TEA DOCKET NO. 048-LH-0212
On motion by Mr. Marshall, seconded by Mr. Meyers, the foregoing recommendation
that the board approve the proposed resignation agreement and release in Houston
ISD vs. Williams, TEA Docket No. 048-LH-0212, on the terms discussed in closed
session with legal counsel, effective April 13, 2012, was approved with a 7-0 vote.
Mr. Marshall, Ms. Skillern-Jones, Mr. Meyers, Ms. Harris, Ms. Eastman, Mr.
Lunceford and Mr. Rodriguez voted affirmatively. Mr. Moore had left the meeting
when the vote was taken. Ms. Stipeche was away from the table.
ITEM 1-4, PROPOSED REVISIONS TO BOARD POLICY DGBA(LOCAL),
PERSONNEL-MANAGEMENT RELATIONS, EMPLOYEE COMPLAI NTS/
GRIEVANCES-SECOND READING
The following citizen registered to speak to this item:
• Gayle Fallon
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ITEM 1-4, PROPOSED REVISIONS TO BOARD POLICY DGBA(LOCAL),
PERSONNEL-MANAGEMENT
RELATIONS,
EMPLOYEE
COMPLAINTS/
GRIEVANCES-SECOND READING (Continued)
Board members commented about the time commitment required to consider the
volume of grievances that came before the board.
On motion by Mr. Marshall, seconded by Mr. Meyers, the foregoing
recommendation was approved with a 7-1 vote. Mr. Marshall, Ms. SkillernJones, Mr. Meyers, Ms. Harris, Ms. Eastman, Mr. Lunceford, and Mr. Rodriguez
voted affirmatively. Ms. Stipeche opposed. Mr. Moore had left the meeting when
the vote was taken.
6. CONSENSUS ITEMS - ITEMS APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY:
On motion by Mr. Marshall, seconded by Mr. Rodriguez the balance of the
agenda was approved with a 7-0 vote. Mr. Marshall, Mr. Moore, Ms. SkillernJones, Ms. Stipeche, Mr. Meyers, Ms. Eastman, Mr. Lunceford and Mr.
Rodriguez voted affirmatively. Mr. Moore and Ms. Harris had left the meeting
when the vote was taken.
B. BOARD OF EDUCATION
B-2
Reappointment Of Houston Independent School District Representative
To The Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) Boards Of Directors
Appointment Of Houston Independent School District Representatives To
The Land Assemblage Redevelopment Authority (LARA) Board Of
Directors
Discussion And Possible Action Regarding The Resolution Concerning
High Stakes Testing And Accountability
ACADEMIC SERVICES
Approval Of Application To Participate In The Optional Flexible School
Day Program (OFSDP) For State Funding For At-Risk Students Enrolled
At High Schools For The 2011-2012 And 2012-2013 School Years
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D-5
Approval To Adjust Attendance Boundaries For James Reynolds
Elementary School And Almeda Elementary School Beginning With The
2012-2013 School Year
D-6
Approval To Adjust Attendance Boundaries For Richard Dowling Middle
School And Crispus Attucks Middle School Beginning With The 2012-2013
School Year
Authority To Negotiate And Execute Renewal Agreements With Charter
And Contract Schools For The 2012-2013 School Year
D-8
E.
HUMAN RESOURCES
E-1
Consideration And Approval Of Four-Day 40 Hour Work Schedule During
The 2012 Summer
F.
BUSINESS OPERATIONS
F-1
Approval Of An Adjustment To The Construction Contingency Allowance
For Walter Fondren Middle School Renovations And Authority To
Negotiate, Execute, And Amend All Necessary Contracts
F-3
Approval To Negotiate, Execute, And Amend Construction Contract For
William Stevenson Middle School Renovations
F-6
Approval Of Design Fee Contingency Adjustment For Design
Modifications At Albert Sidney Johnston Middle School And Authority To
Negotiate, Execute, And Amend All Related Contracts
F-7
Authority To Negotiate, Execute, And Amend Construction Contract For
Sharpstown International School Renovations
F-8
Approval Of Design Fee Contingency Adjustment For Design
Modifications At Henry Grady Middle School And Authority To Negotiate,
Execute, And Amend All Related Contracts
F-9
Approval Of The Seventh Contract Amendment To The Spark Park
Agreement
F-10 Approval To Negotiate, Execute, And Amend A Parking Lot Lease
Agreement And Future Renewals With Republic Parking System For 1300
Capitol Site
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F-11 Authority To Negotiate, Execute, And Amend A Staging Area Site
Agreement With Centerpoint Energy Houston Electric, LLC For Use Of
Stadium Sites
F-12 Approval To Negotiate, Execute, And Amend A Lease Agreement With
The City Of Houston For Crain Park Located On The Edward White
Elementary School Site
F-13 Approval To Negotiate, Execute, And Amend A Lease Agreement With
The City Of West University Place In Conjunction With The West
University Tri-Sports Association, For Ball Fields Located On The West
University Elementary School Site
F-14 Approval To Establish A Budget And Authorization To Negotiate, Execute,
And Amend All Contracts Necessary For Districtwide Playground Repairs
And Other Related Capital Improvements
G.
FINANCE
G-1
Approval Of Consultant And Professional-Service Contracts And Ratification
Of Bid Waiver Projects
G-3
Adoption Of Penalty On Tax Year 2011 Delinquent Taxes For The
Houston Independent School District In Accordance With Section 33.08 Of
The Texas Property Tax Code
G-4
Amendment Of 2011-2012 Resource Allocation Handbook
H.
OTHER
Acceptance Of Grant Funds In Support Of Districtwide And School-Specific
Programs And Authorization To Negotiate And Execute Contracts Required
Under The Grants
Consideration And Approval Of Continuing Contract Teaching Fields For
Reduction In Force
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I.
POLICY
1-2
Proposed Revisions To EHAB(LOCAL), Basic Instructional Program:
Required Instruction (Elementary) - First Reading
1-3
Proposed Revisions To Board Policy CW(LOCAL), New Facilities-Second
Reading
1-5
Proposed Revisions To Board Policy GKB(LOCAL), Community Relations:
Advertising And Fund Raising In The Schools-Second Reading
7. CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS HELD FOR DISCUSSION:
ITEM H-1, APPROVAL OF CURRENT AND ANTICIPATED DONATIONS FOR
DISTRICTWIDE AND SCHOOL-SPECIFIC PROGRAMS AND AUTHORIZATI ON
TO NEGOTIATE, EXECUTE AND AMEND NECESSARY CONTRACTS
ASSOCIATED WITH THESE DONATIONS
Ms. Eastman thanked the Friends of Montessori for their donation to the district and
their passion and advocacy for the children of HISD.
On motion by Ms. Eastman, seconded by Ms. Skillern-Jones, the foregoing
recommendation was approve with a 7-0 vote. Mr. Marshall, Ms. Skillern-Jones, Mr.
Meyers, Ms. Eastman, Mr. Lunceford, Ms. Stipeche and Mr. Rodriguez voted
affirmatively. Mr. Moore and Ms. Harris had left the meeting when the vote was
taken.
ITEM F-2, APPROVAL TO NEGOTIATE, EXECUTE, AND
AMEND
CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR EDNA CARRILLO, JOHN RICHARDSON
HARRIS, JAMES PINCKNEY HENDERSON, AND JAMES W. OATES
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS RENOVATIONS
Ms. Stipeche thanked Leo Bobadilla, Chief Operating Officer, and his team for
their hard work on the various projects.
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ITEM F-2, APPROVAL TO NEGOTIATE, EXECUTE, AND AMEND
CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR EDNA CARRILLO, JOHN RICHARDSON
HARRIS, JAMES PINCKNEY HENDERSON, AND JAMES W. OATES
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS RENOVATIONS (Continued)
On motion by
recommendation
Mr. Meyers, Ms.
affirmatively. Mr.
taken.
Ms. Stipeche, seconded by Mr. Rodriguez, the
foregoing
was approved with a 7-0 vote. Mr. Marshall, Ms. Skillern-Jones,
Eastman, Mr. Lunceford, Ms. Stipeche and Mr. Rodriguez voted
Moore and Ms. Harris had left the meeting when the vote was
ITEM
F-4, APPROVAL TO NEGOTIATE, EXECUTE, AND AMEND
CONSTRUCTI ON CONTRACT FOR MANUEL CRESPO AND JOHN
GREENLEAF WHITTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS RENOVATIONS PROJECT
There was no discussion on this item.
On motion by Mr. Marshall, seconded by Ms. Skillern-Jones, the foregoing
recommendation was approved with a 7-0 vote. Mr. Marshall, Ms. Skillern-Jones,
Mr. Meyers, Ms. Eastman, Mr. Lunceford, Ms. Stipeche and Mr. Rodriguez voted
affirmatively. Mr. Moore and Ms. Harris had left the meeting when the vote was
taken.
ITEM F-5, APPROVAL OF CONSTRUCTION COST FOR CONSTRUCTI ON
MANAGER-AT-RI SK CONTRACT FOR RENOVATIONS AND ADDITION TO
EASTWOOD ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL AND AUTHORITY TO NEGOTIATE,
EXECUTE, AND AMEND ALL RELATED CONTRACTS
There was no discussion on this item.
On motion by
recommendation
Mr. Meyers, Ms.
affirmatively. Mr.
taken.
**
Mr. Marshall, seconded by Ms. Eastman, the foregoing
was approved with a 7-0 vote. Mr. Marshall, Ms. Skillern-Jones,
Eastman, Mr. Lunceford, Ms. Stipeche and Mr. Rodriguez voted
Moore and Ms. Harris had left the meeting when the vote was
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8. HEARING OF CITIZENS:
Registered speakers:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Joseph Alva
Marcos Castro (student)
Mytran Vo (student)
Domingo lxcol (student)
Diane Rios
Ana Nieto
Linda Scurlock
Vanetta Dupree
Miracle Simpson
Frances Robinson-Hunt
Roberto Centeno
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 10:13 p.m.
MINUTES APPROVED
The foregoing minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Education of the
Houston Independent School District held on April 12, 2012 in the Board
Auditorium of the Hattie Mae White Educational Support Center of the Houston
Independent School District, 4400 West 1ath Street, Houston, Texas, were dul
approved at a meeting held on June 21 , 2012.
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ATTEST
Mike Lunceford
Board of Education, President
Houston Independent School District
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Rhonda Skillern-Jones
Board of Education, Secretary
Houston Independent School District
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APPROVED
CLOSED SESSION PERSONN EL AGEN DA
August 9, 2012
Page 2
Certified Hearing Examiner assigned by the Commissioner of Education:
Employee Name
2. Williams, Richard L.
I
EID Number
28591
Position
Teacher, Art
Campus or Work
Location Worthing High
School
RECOMMEND TERMINATICfN----:.-:.- TERM CONTRACT
I
It is recommended that the Board of Education authorize the Superintendent of Schools to give each of the following term contract
teachers written notice that a proposed action to terminate his/her contract, pursuant to Section 14 of his/her term contract, and
Sections 21.211 (a)(1) and 21.251(a)(2) of the Texas Education Code, is pending before the Board of Education. Such notice shall
include the grounds assigned in support of the proposal and notice of his/her opportunity to request a hearing to contest the
proposed termination before a Texas Education Agency Certified Hearing Examiner assigned by the Commissioner of Education.
Employee Name
3. Etienne-Branch, Pamela
4. Rollins, Armard
c:- ---
EID Number
09043
64226
Position
Teacher, Math
Teacher-Co, Special Ed.
Campus or Work
Location Thomas Middle
School Key Middle School
WITHDRAW RECOMMENDATI ON -- CONTINUING CONTRACT
It is recommended that the Board of Education withdraw its action of April 12, 2012, at which time the Superintendent of Schools
was authorized to give notice to the following employees that a proposal for the termination of each employee's continuing contract
was pending before the Board:
Employee
Name
5. Etienne-Branch, Pamela
6. Gardner, Sharron
7. Sibert, Kim
EID
Number
09043
04934
04398
Position
Campus or Work Location
Teacher, Math
Teacher, Special Ed. VAC
Counselor, Secondary
Thomas Middle School
Washington High School
Hartman Middle School
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
BOARD OF EDUCATION
HOUSTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
August 9, 2012
MEETING HELD - MEMBERS PRESENT
The Board of Education of the Houston Independent School District (HISD) held
a Regular Meeting on August 9, 2012, beginning at 2:00 p.m. in the Board
Services Conference Room of the Hattie Mae White Educational Support Center,
4400 West 1sth Street, Houston, Texas.
Members Present:
Michael Lunceford, Board President
Juliet Stipeche, 2nd Vice President
Anna Eastman, 1st Vice President
Rhonda Skillern-Jones, Secretary
Greg Meyers, Assistant Secretary
Manuel Rodriguez
Harvin Moore
Paula Harris
Lawrence Marshall
Others Present:
Dr. Terry Grier, Superintendent of Schools
HISD Administrators, citizens and representatives of the news
media
ADJOURNMENT TO EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Board adjourned at 2:19 p.m. to closed or executive session under Section
D of Chapter 551 of Texas Government Code, Open Meetings Act, Subsections
551.071, 551.072, 551.073, 551.074, 551.076, 551.082, 551.083, and 551.084
for the purposes stated in the notice of this meeting. If any final action, vote or
decision on any matter considered in the closed session shall be required, such
final action, vote or decision shall be taken at the open meeting covered by this
notice upon the reconvening of this public meeting or at a subsequent meeting of
the Board upon notice thereof.
RECONVENED IN OPEN SESSION IN THE BOARD AUDITORIUM: 5:12 pm
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MEETING CALLED TO ORDER - PURPOSE
President
Education
convened
District as
Lunceford called to order the Regular Meeting of the Board of
of the Houston Independent School District and declared the Board
to consider matters pertaining to the Houston Independent School
listed on the duly posted meeting notice.
PRAYER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGI ANCE TO THE FLAG
President Lunceford invited the audience to stand and join in a moment of silent
meditation and to remain standing for the pledge of allegiance, led by Cadet
Captain Jacqueline Hernandez, a student from Waltrip High School.
1. CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED
SESSION: Personnel
CONSIDER
AND
APPROVE
PROPOSED
APPOINTMENTS,
REASSIGNMENTS, TERMINATIONS/SUSPENSIONS, CONTRACT LENGTHS,
NONRENEWALS, RENEWALS, AND RESIGNATIONS/RETIREMENTS OF
PERSONNEL INCLUDING
TEACHERS,
ASSISTANT
PRINCIPALS,
PRINCIPALS,
ASSISTANT
SUPERINTENDENTS,
AND
OTHER
ADMINISTRATORS; AND, IF NECESSARY, APPROVAL OF WAIVER AND
RELEASE AND COMPROMISE AGREEMENTS
On motion by Mr. Marshall, seconded by Mr. Meyers, the foregoing
recommendation was approved with a 7-2 vote. Mr. Marshall, Mr. Moore, Ms.
Skillern-Jones, Mr. Meyers, Ms. Eastman, Mr. Lunceford and Mr. Rodriguez
voted affirmatively. Ms. Stipeche and Ms. Harris abstained.
Legal Matters
CONSIDERATION AND AUTHORITY TO SETTLE IN THE MATTER OF JOAN
CZARNEK, ET AL. V. HOUSTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT; IN THE
190TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT OF HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS; CAUSE
NO. 2010-04357
On motion by Mr. Marshall, seconded by Mr. Meyers, the foregoing
recommendation was approved with a 6-3 vote. Mr. Marshall, Mr. Moore, Ms.
Skillern-Jones, Mr. Meyers, Mr. Lunceford and Mr. Rodriguez voted affirmatively.
Ms. Eastman, Ms. Stipeche and Ms. Harris abstained.
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CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF THE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT IN
THE MATTER OF HOUSTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT V.
SHERALD CHATMAN; BEFORE THE TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY; TEA
DOCKET NO. 228-LH-0512
On motion by Mr. Marshall, seconded by Mr. Meyers, the foregoing
recommendation was approved with a 7-2 vote. Mr. Marshall, Mr. Moore, Ms.
Skillern-Jones, Mr. Meyers, Ms. Eastman, Mr. Lunceford and Mr. Rodriguez
voted affirmatively. Ms. Stipeche and Ms. Harris abstained.
CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF THE RESIGNATION AGREEMENT
AND RELEASE IN THE GRIEVANCE MATTER OF MAE ITAUMA
On motion by Mr. Marshall, seconded by Mr. Meyers, the foregoing
recommendation was approved with a 6-3 vote. Mr. Marshall, Mr. Moore, Ms.
Skillern-Jones, Mr. Meyers, Mr. Lunceford and Mr. Rodriguez voted affirmatively.
Ms. Eastman, Ms. Stipeche and Ms. Harris abstained.
2. SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
•
•
•
Recognition of Transportation Department Team Members
Recognition of Employee of the Month for August, Alfred Guillory
Recognition of Employee of the Month for September, Sylvia Gonzalez
3. SUPERINTENDENT'S COMMENTS
Comments made by the Superintendent can be viewed online by visiting
www.houstonisd.org; select "BOARD" in the top tool bar of district's front page;
select "Board Meeting & Workshop Agendas" from top tool bar; select "Regular
Board Meetings"; select ''video" where the Superintendent's Report can be
viewed.
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4. BOARD (1COMMENTffi
B-1 comments made by board members are general in nature including
acknowledgement of the specific school highlights, programs, or anything of
particular interest to a trustee. B-1 comments can be viewed online by visiting
www.houstonisd.org; select "BOARD" in the top tool bar of district's front page;
select "Board Meeting & Workshop Agendas" from top tool bar; select "Regular
Board Meetings"; select ''video" where the B-1 comments can be viewed.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion by Mr. Meyers, seconded by Ms. Skillern-Jones the minutes of the
regular meeting of June 14, 2012 were approved with a 6-0 vote. Mr. Moore, Ms.
Skillern-Jones, Mr. Meyers, Ms. Harris, Mr. Lunceford, Ms. Stipeche and Mr.
Rodriguez voted affirmatively. Mr. Marshall and Ms. Eastman were absent from
the meeting.
6. SPEAKERS TO AGENDA ITEMS:
A-2
Call Schoolhouse Bond Election, Approve Election Order, And Grant
Authority To Negotiate And Execute Related Contracts And Agreements
Registered Speakers:
• State Representative Sylvester Turner
• Becky Edmonson
• Bobby Tudor
• Phoebe Tudor
• Carmen Nuncio
• Emilia Camarillo
• Jocelyn Reyes
• Fran Callahan
• Jackie Fontenot
• Janie Espino
• John P. Zepeda
• Larry Blackmon
• Linda Scurlock
• Lora-Marie Bernard
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Any supplemental information to Agenda Items may be found in the Meeting Folder of
this date located in the Office of Board Services, Houston Independent School District.
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Call Schoolhouse Bond Election, Approve Election Order, And Grant Authority
To Negotiate And Execute Related Contracts And Agreements (Continued)
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Margaret Pegi Newhouse
Maria De La Luz Lozano
Nelly E. White
Samantha Martinez
Theresa Bosley
Hugo Mojica
Antionina Montgomery
Steve Siebenaler
Jaime Castaneda
M. Sofie Smith
Maria Aleman
Huey Wilson
Connie Berger
Bryan Bordelon
Jane Crump
Danny Smith
Li Doyle
Tracie Scales
Penny Hess Butler
Laura Richardson
Nancy Lomax
Dabney Kennedy
Carlos Gerardo
Daryl Sherman
Frances Robinson-Hunt
Esperanza Rodriguez
Ann Cahill
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Kevin Simms
Charlotte (Sherri) Webb
Bishop Dr. Macheo Delagraentiss
Malik Williams
Any supplemental information to Agenda Items may be found in the Meeting Folder of
this date located in the Office of Board Services, Houston Independent School District.
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Call Schoolhouse Bond Election, Approve Election Order, And Grant Authority To
Negotiate And Execute Related Contracts And Agreements (Continued)
Registered Speakers (continued):
• Deshron Balka
• Richard Farias
• Reynold T. Decou, Jr.
• Jessica Aguilar
• Sandy Meza
• Pastor Al Hickman
• Richard E. Wainerdi, P.E., Ph.D.
• Jorge Arredondo
• Benigo Figuroa
• David Redford
• Susan Elmore
• James Mcswain
• Mike Martinez
• Maria Selva
• Vernon Goodsby
• Florence Colemen
On motion by Mr. Marshall, seconded by Mr. Rodriguez, the foregoing
recommendation was approved with an 8-1 vote. Mr. Marshall, Mr. Moore, Ms.
Skillern-Jones, Ms. Stipeche, Ms. Harris, Ms. Eastman, Mr. Lunceford and Mr.
Rodriguez voted affirmatively. Mr. Meyers opposed.
B-2
Resolution Calling For Common Decency And Respectful Behavior In The
Houston Independent School District
Registered Speakers:
• Charlotte (Sherri) Webb :
• Bishop Dr. Macheo Delagraentiss
• Malik Williams
• Lumbouris Webb
• Deshron Balka
• Borrise Jenkins
• Richard Farias
• Kevin Simms
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Any supplemental information to Agenda Items may be found in the Meeting Folder of
this date located in the Office of Board Services, Houston Independent School District.
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Resolution Calling For Common Decency And Respectful Behavior In The
Houston Independent School District (Continued)
On motion by Mr. Marshall, seconded by Mr. Rodriguez, the foregoing
recommendation was approved with an 8-0 vote. Mr. Marshall, Mr. Moore, Ms.
Stipeche, Mr. Meyers, Ms. Harris, Ms. Eastman, Mr. Lunceford, and Mr.
Rodriguez voted affirmatively. Ms. Skillern-Jones was away from the table when
the vote was taken.
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Authority To Establish A Budget For The Implementation Of A Formative
Assessment System And Universal Screener To Provide Predictive And
Diagnostic Assessments And To Negotiate And Execute Contracts With
Public Consulting Group, Inc. And Imagination Station, Inc.
Registered Speakers:
• Siomara Saenz-Phillips
• Amy Grimes
• June Daniel
• Mina Schnitta, Ed.D.
• Rita Graves
• Susan Monaghan
• Meilin Jao
• Brian Gaston
• Herlinda Garcia and Elsa Mascardo
• Susan Shenker
• Lisa Alexandre
• Michael Dudas
• Jamie Arrando
• Anna Corduna
• Yaadira Balnoulos
• Tanya Roman
• Elsa Mascardo
On motion by Mr. Meyers, seconded by Mr. Marshall, the foregoing
recommendation was approved with an 8-1 vote. Mr. Marshall, Mr. Moore, Ms.
Skillern-Jones, Ms. Stipeche, Ms. Harris, Mr. Meyers, Mr. Lunceford and Mr.
Rodriguez voted affirmatively. Ms. Eastman opposed.
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Any supplemental information to Agenda Items may be found in the Meeting Folder of
this date located in the Office of Board Services, Houston Independent School District.
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G-1
Approval Of Consultant And Professional-SeNice Contracts And Ratification
Of Bid Waiver Projects
Registered Speakers:
• Bishop Dr. Macheo Delagraentiss
• Malik Williams
• Charlotte Sherri Webb
• Lumbouris Webb
• · Deshron Balka
• Borrise Jenkins
• Richard Farias
• . Kevin Simms
On motion by Mr. Marshall, seconded by Mr. Rodriguez, the foregoing
recommendation was approved with an 8-0 vote. Mr. Marshall, Mr. Moore, Ms.
Stipeche, Mr. Meyers, Ms. Harris, Ms. Eastman, Mr. Lunceford, and Mr.
Rodriguez voted affirmatively. Ms. Skillern-Jones was away from the table when
the vote was taken.
H-3 · Consideration And Approval Of Multi-Year Administrator Performance
Contracts For Principals
On motion by Mr. Rodriguez, seconded by Mr. Moore, the foregoing
recommendation was approved with a 5-4 vote. Mr. Marshall, Mr. Moore, Mr.
Meyers, Ms. Harris and Mr. Rodriguez vote affirmatively. Ms. Skillern-Jones, Ms.
Stipeche, Ms. Eastman, and Mr. Lunceford opposed.
H-4
Approval Of Information Technology Initiatives, Phase II
Registered Speaker:
• Kevin Simms
On motion by Mr. Marshall, seconded by Mr. Rodriguez, the foregoing
recommendation was approved with an 8-0 vote. Mr. Marshall, Mr. Moore, Mr.
Meyers, Ms. Harris, Ms. Eastman, Mr. Lunceford, Mr. Rodriguez and Ms.
Skillern-Jones voted affirmatively. Ms. Stipeche had left the meeting when the
vote was taken.
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Any supplemental information to Agenda Items may be found in the Meeting Folder of
this date located in the Office of Board Services, Houston Independent School District.
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6. CONSENSUS ITEMS - ITEMS APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY:
On motion by Mr. Marshall, seconded by Mr. Rodriguez the foregoing
recommendation was approved with a 9-0 vote.
ACADEMIC SERVICES
District Improvement Plan For 2012-2013
Acceptance Of Funds From Community Education Partners, Inc., And
Authority To Negotiate And Execute An Agreement Renewal With Harris
County Children's Protective Services Board For The Continuation Of The
Community Youth Services Program At The HISD-CEP Beechnut
Academy Campus
Authority To Negotiate And Execute An Agreement Renewal With The
Harris County Juvenile Board
HUMAN RESOURCES
Authority To Negotiate And Execute An Agreement With Battelle For Kids
To Support EVAAS And ASPIRE Awards
Authority To Negotiate And Execute A Renewal Agreement With The
Haberman Educational Foundation
BUSINESS OPERATIONS
Authority To Negotiate, Execute, And Amend A Contract With · W.A.
Robbins Construction Company, Inc. For The Renovation Of The
Settegast Building On The Carnegie Vanguard High School Campus
[WITHDRAWN]
Authority To Negotiate, Execute, And Amend Construction Contract For A
SPARK Park At atrick Henry Middle School
Authority To Negotiate, Execute, And Amend Construction Contract For A
SPARK Park At James Ketelsen Elementary School
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Any supplemental information to Agenda Items may be found in the Meeting Folder of
this date located in the Office of Board Services, Houston Independent School District.
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G.
FINANCE
G-3
Approval Of 2013 Voluntary Benefit Plans And Employee Assistance Plan
G-4
Approval Of Payroll Reconciliation Process And Waiver Of Board Policy
DEC(LOCAL), Compensation And Benefits: Leaves And Absences, And
Related Policies And Procedures
G-5
Approval Of 2013 Employee Medical Programs And Authority To
Negotiate And Execute Contracts With Service Providers
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H-2
OTHER
Acceptance Of Grant Funds In Support Of Districtwide And School-Specific
Programs And Authorization To Negotiate And Execute Contracts Required
Under The Grants
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POLICY
1:1
Proposed Revisions To Board Policies DH(LOCAL), Employee Standards
Of Conduct, CQ(LOCAL), Technology Resources, And CY(LOCAL),
Intellectual Property-First Reading
1-3
Proposed Revisions To Board Policy EFA(LOCAL),
Resources: Instructional Materials-Second Reading
1-4
Proposed Revisions To Board Policy EFAA(LOCAL), Instructional
Materials: Selection And Adoption-Second Reading
1-5
Proposed Revisions To Board Policy
Achievement: Graduation-Second Reading
EIF(LOCAL),
Instructional
Academic
Proposed Revisions To Board Policies CFC(LOCAL), Accounting, And
BDB(LOCAL), Board Internal Organization-Fi rst Reading
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Any supplemental information to Agenda Items may be found in the Meeting Folder of
this date located in the Office of Board Services, Houston Independent School District.
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6.
Items Held for Discussion
G-2
Approval Of Vendor Awards For Purchases Over $100,000 And Ratification
Of Vendor Awards For Purchases Under $100,000
On motion by Mr. Marshall, seconded by Mr. Rodriguez, the foregoing
recommendation was approved with an 8-0 vote. Mr. Marshall, Mr. Moore, Ms.
Stipeche, Mr. Meyers, Ms. Harris, Ms. Eastman, Mr. Lunceford, and Mr.
Rodriguez voted affirmatively. Ms. Skillern-Jones was away from the table when
the vote was taken.
H-1
Approval Of Current And Anticipated Donations For Districtwide And SchoolSpecific Programs And Authorization To Negotiate, Execute And Amend
Necessary Contracts Associated With These Donations
On motion by Mr. Marshall, seconded by Mr. Rodriguez, the foregoing
recommendation was approved with an 8-0 vote. Mr. Marshall, Mr. Moore, Mr.
Meyers, Ms. Harris, Ms. Eastman, Mr. Lunceford, Mr. Rodriguez and Ms.
Skillern-Jones voted affirmatively. Ms. Stipeche had left the meeting when the
vote was taken.
1-2
Proposed Revisions To Board Policy FMG(LOCAL), Student Activities:
Travel-First Reading
On motion by Mr. Marshall, seconded by Ms. Harris, the foregoing
recommendation was approved with an 8-0 vote. Mr. Marshall, Mr. Moore, Mr.
Meyers, Ms. Harris, Ms. Eastman, Mr. Lunceford, Mr. Rodriguez and Ms.
Skillern-Jones voted affirmatively. Ms. Stipeche had left the meeting when the
vote was taken.
7. HEARING OF CITIZENS:
HOC Registered Speakers:
• Eric Vaughn Northern
• Dr. Carolyn Evans-Shabazz
• Sister Mama Sonya
• Christie Nugent
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Any supplemental information to Agenda Items may be found in the Meeting Folder of
this date located in the Office of Board Services, Houston Independent School District.
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Michael Lewis
Gale Antoinette
Stelena Hooper Evans
Sammye Prince Hughes
Dr. Vern Swisher
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 10:42 pm
MINUTES APPROVED
The foregoing minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Education of the
Houston Independent School District held on August 9, 2012 in the Board
Auditorium of the Hattie Mae White Educational Support Center of the Houston
Independent School District, 4400 West 18th Street, Houston, Texas, were duly
approved at a meeting held on December 13. 2012.
ATTEST
Mike Lunceford
Board of Education, President
Houston Independent School District
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Rhonda Skillern-Jones
Board of Education, Secretary
Houston Independent School District
Any supplemental information to Agenda Items may be found in the Meeting Folder of
this date located in the Office of Board Services, Houston Independent School District.
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