1 00:00:07,240 --> 00:00:07,240 The time is 6:30 p.m.. Good evening, and welcome to the monthly board meeting of the Dallas independent school district board of trustees. 2 00:00:16,920 --> 00:00:16,920 trustees we will forego the pledge of allegiance, As we just did that at the at the moments ago at the last board bond 3 00:00:26,880 --> 00:00:26,880 workshop. So, trustees, the following trustees are either physically present or Participating simultaneously by video conference. 4 00:00:34,000 --> 00:00:37,120 a quorum of the board is physically present at this location. Trustee for district 1 lance currie. District 2 sarah weinberg. 5 00:00:40,840 --> 00:00:40,840 district 3 dan micciche. District 4 prisma garcia. 6 00:00:47,400 --> 00:00:47,400 is trustee sanders still with us? No? Okay. District 6. 7 00:00:52,000 --> 00:00:52,000 trustee foreman was in the building. District 7. 8 00:00:56,400 --> 00:00:58,920 ben mackey, our superintendent of schools, dr. Stephanie elizalde joins us, and I'm joe carrion. 9 00:01:02,260 --> 00:01:02,260 trustee for district 8 and board president. This meeting will be available simultaneously In english and spanish at dallasisd.org. 10 00:01:09,780 --> 00:01:09,780 esta reunión estará disponible simultáneamente en inglés y en español en dallasisd.org. Trustees. 11 00:01:17,780 --> 00:01:17,780 in order for this board to hold this meeting in an effective manner, I want to let it be known that the meeting will be conducted in an orderly fashion and ask 12 00:01:25,220 --> 00:01:25,220 the public to abide by the rules outlined in board policy bed local pertaining to public Participation. 13 00:01:30,620 --> 00:01:30,620 it is a criminal offense for a person to with intent to prevent or disrupt a lawful Meeting, 14 00:01:35,940 --> 00:01:35,940 to substantially obstruct or interfere with the ordinary cognitive meeting by physical Action or verbal utterance, and thereby curtail the exercise of others first amendment 15 00:01:42,820 --> 00:01:42,820 rights. Speakers are cautioned that what they say could violate the rights of others under The law of defamation and invasion of privacy. 16 00:01:49,020 --> 00:01:49,020 if they are, ensure the legal effect of their remarks, They may want to seek legal advice prior to the utterance. Any person who becomes 17 00:01:54,420 --> 00:01:54,420 boisterous, disruptive or fails to abide by the rules of this assembly while addressing The board. 18 00:01:59,200 --> 00:01:59,200 while attending this meeting shall be asked to leave. Failure to leave when requested to Do so, 19 00:02:03,400 --> 00:02:03,400 may result in the person being escorted from the meeting and subject to arrest. 20 00:02:07,960 --> 00:02:07,960 trustees will now turn to item 2.02 recognition of elected public officials in the Audience. 21 00:02:13,440 --> 00:02:13,440 are there any elected or public officials in the audience? I am seeing none. 22 00:02:18,520 --> 00:02:18,520 okay, trustees. Then we'll now turn to agenda item 3 board recognitions. 23 00:02:24,920 --> 00:02:24,920 trustees. Tonight is the last board meeting for a dallas isd legend. 24 00:02:32,280 --> 00:02:32,280 for over 25 years, faye matthews bridges has served in several roles in dallas isd, Such as executive director, 25 00:02:41,480 --> 00:02:41,480 assistant general counsel, and policy administration in the office of legal services and Board services. 26 00:02:47,720 --> 00:02:51,080 she has also served as our board parliamentarian. The public should know that central to the discussions the board has she is central to the Clarity and structure of these discussions. 27 00:02:59,940 --> 00:02:59,940 central to the mechanics of what we actually or how we actually get stuff done. 28 00:03:05,260 --> 00:03:05,260 central to the votes, to the motion, to the language of the items, Central to keeping us in line with policy and law. 29 00:03:12,740 --> 00:03:12,740 central to it all is faye matthews bridges. Faye. 30 00:03:16,780 --> 00:03:16,780 if you could please join us up front. [applause] 31 00:03:31,420 --> 00:03:31,420 trustees, if we can take a photo 32 00:03:58,200 --> 00:03:58,200 2026. Yeah. Oh, wait. Let me even it up. 33 00:04:20,880 --> 00:04:20,880 thank you for everything, faye, and enjoy your retirement. Thank you. [applause] Appreciate 34 00:04:31,120 --> 00:04:31,120 it. 35 00:04:52,990 --> 00:04:52,990 thank you. Trustees will now turn to agenda item 4 public forum agenda. 36 00:05:00,110 --> 00:05:00,110 now calls for the public forum segment of our meeting. We begin with speakers to agenda Items followed by speakers to non-agenda items. 37 00:05:07,390 --> 00:05:10,870 I'm asking speakers to be mindful of children that are in attendance. Children and unwilling adult recipient members of the public in attendance at this public Meeting should not be exposed to lewd, 38 00:05:16,870 --> 00:05:20,310 filthy, vulgar, obscene, or explicit language from speakers. Speakers that insist on exposing the public to this language shall be asked to leave Immediately. 39 00:05:24,870 --> 00:05:24,870 further, please be mindful of your fellow speakers and to refrain from using individuals Names, 40 00:05:29,630 --> 00:05:29,630 to include students names, and to address the board and not individual trustees. 41 00:05:34,990 --> 00:05:34,990 the district has adopted procedures to hear and address complaints about specific Individuals, 42 00:05:39,750 --> 00:05:39,750 and it is recommended that speakers avail themselves of the grievance policy to seek Relief via those procedures. 43 00:05:45,230 --> 00:05:45,230 audience. I'm asking you not to engage in conduct that will disrupt the meeting. 44 00:05:49,390 --> 00:05:49,390 the rules of order and decorum will be enforced during the public comment period to ensure Efficient meetings. 45 00:05:56,690 --> 00:05:56,690 to ensure an efficient meeting. Unlawful and disruptive conduct, Including interrupting scheduled speakers, speaking out of turn, 46 00:06:02,450 --> 00:06:02,450 crossing the roped off barriers, or interfering with the rights of others will not be Tolerated. 47 00:06:07,090 --> 00:06:07,090 each participant is legally responsible for the content and consequences of his or her own Statements. 48 00:06:12,970 --> 00:06:12,970 speakers. Speakers at a time. Will the first 2 speakers please come to the microphone? 49 00:06:19,850 --> 00:06:19,850 linda bates, anna rosen, followed by isaac steen and jonathan 50 00:06:29,410 --> 00:06:29,410 [inaudible] sorry about that.[inaudible] on dick. 51 00:06:37,970 --> 00:06:37,970 linda bates. Not present. What happened to my child is 52 00:06:47,890 --> 00:06:47,890 unacceptable. The failure to follow sb 571 reporting and response requirements was not Just a technical error, 53 00:06:55,070 --> 00:06:55,070 it was unethical, but more importantly, it exposed a deeper systemic problem. 54 00:06:59,270 --> 00:07:02,710 invisible disabilities are the easiest for the system to dismiss. Disabilities like dyslexia, adhd are routinely minimized, Overlooked, or reframed as behavior issues. 55 00:07:10,350 --> 00:07:10,350 that puts those students at a higher risk. When parents raise concerns, The harm doesn't stop at the classroom level. 56 00:07:17,150 --> 00:07:17,150 it is compounded by procedural gatekeeping. Grievances go unanswered, Written decisions are delayed or never issued. 57 00:07:25,670 --> 00:07:25,670 families are redirected, stonewalled, or told to go somewhere else. 58 00:07:30,230 --> 00:07:30,230 while required documentation is never created, This is not due process. 59 00:07:35,990 --> 00:07:35,990 this is how systems avoid accountability. As implemented, The district of innovation model allows staffing flexibility that results in 60 00:07:45,670 --> 00:07:45,670 underqualified instruction for linguistically diverse and near divergent students who are Not identified as special education, 61 00:07:54,410 --> 00:07:54,410 and then relies on procedural barriers to shield those failures from review. 62 00:07:59,770 --> 00:08:03,730 the harm does not always show up in grades or compliance charts. It shows up later when students disengage, lose trust in schools, Or begin to believe they have fewer possibilities for themselves beyond graduation. 63 00:08:12,970 --> 00:08:12,970 that is my mission to ensure that no child's potential is limited simply because their Disability isn't visible, 64 00:08:20,130 --> 00:08:23,050 or because their parent refuses to be silent. Placement in general education does not strip away students federally protected rights. 65 00:08:29,210 --> 00:08:29,210 I'm a taxpayer. I contribute to this district, And I expect equitable support for my children and all the kids in my community. 66 00:08:36,570 --> 00:08:36,570 not excuses, not minimalization and not being pushed aside because their disability is Inconvenient or invisible. 67 00:08:44,250 --> 00:08:47,950 if the district chooses to continue operating under the district of innovation model. That is their prerogative. But innovation must never mean investing in adult development. 68 00:08:54,470 --> 00:08:54,470 while children go without legally required support, Innovation shouldn't center students, 69 00:09:00,510 --> 00:09:00,510 not budget flexibility, not staffing shortcuts, And not untrained, untrained instruction. 70 00:09:09,310 --> 00:09:09,310 nuestros hijos merecen maestros capacitados. No excusas burocraticas. 71 00:09:15,510 --> 00:09:15,510 it's time to fix the system. Instruction and procedural and hold children that hold Children back. 72 00:09:22,750 --> 00:09:22,750 gracias. Isaac [inaudible] jonathan [inaudible] on deck. 73 00:09:34,510 --> 00:09:34,510 I want to talk about the bond and the process that we're going through to get the bond. 74 00:09:43,750 --> 00:09:43,750 we are talking about the largest bond that we ever asked for. 75 00:09:48,050 --> 00:09:48,050 I think in the state of texas, the last bond we did in 20 was the the largest bond we ever Asked for in the state of texas. 76 00:09:57,970 --> 00:09:57,970 I was at a district 6 briefing on the bond. I think it was tuesday night and everything Seemed to be going pretty 77 00:10:07,730 --> 00:10:07,730 good. But some people had a complaint about one particular school when they had hvac Problems, 78 00:10:17,010 --> 00:10:17,010 ceiling problems. And when you look at the 20 bond, Those things were listed in the 2020 bond to be taken care of. 79 00:10:26,570 --> 00:10:26,570 and it hasn't been. And the problem is we got $1.2 billion left over from the 2020 bond, 80 00:10:36,570 --> 00:10:36,570 but we got problems left over that we need to address. 81 00:10:41,050 --> 00:10:41,050 I'm not asking you to move the bond election to november. 82 00:10:45,550 --> 00:10:45,550 and take your time to look at this to get it right. 83 00:10:49,590 --> 00:10:49,590 I'm asking you to take your foot off the gas, Not pump the brakes, but take your foot off the gas and start looking at what's going on, 84 00:10:58,390 --> 00:10:58,390 because we need to know how much of the bond money is coming to district 6 , How much is coming below 30 I've 30 85 00:11:08,710 --> 00:11:12,150 coming to the southern sector? We have some issues now. I know the governor got rid of equity and inclusion, But we need equality. 86 00:11:18,190 --> 00:11:18,190 we need to be treated fair. We need for these schools and these students to be treated Just as fair as somebody over at thomas jefferson. 87 00:11:28,270 --> 00:11:28,270 these schools shouldn't have problems with the person saying that. 88 00:11:33,070 --> 00:11:33,070 I, I'm, I'm embarrassed to give a tour of the school because the ceiling needs painting, The roof is leaking and we got $1.2 89 00:11:43,010 --> 00:11:43,010 billion in our pocket. Something's wrong with that picture. 90 00:11:47,330 --> 00:11:51,290 why would we run out of gas with a pocket full of money? It doesn't make sense. We have to win confidence. 91 00:11:55,250 --> 00:11:55,250 the voter has to have confidence that we're going to be good stewards of their money. 92 00:12:00,810 --> 00:12:00,810 thank you. Jonathan [inaudible], followed by mary ann hoskins. 93 00:12:18,490 --> 00:12:18,490 good evening, everybody. I'm very happy to to be here, To be able to speak to the esteemed members of the dallas isd board of trustees. 94 00:12:27,970 --> 00:12:27,970 my primary goal is to speak about enhancing teacher growth and student equity through Formative student feedback. 95 00:12:37,770 --> 00:12:37,770 so to the members of the board, I'm writing and speaking today not only as a certified Secondary mathematics educator, 96 00:12:45,440 --> 00:12:45,440 but also as a dedicated member of the dallas isd community for the past 6 years. 97 00:12:54,320 --> 00:12:54,320 my experience spans high needs campuses, including ace campuses and one with a uniquely Structured accelerated mathematics program. 98 00:13:03,280 --> 00:13:03,280 my commitment, and that of my colleagues, is unwavering to provide a rich, Challenging and nurturing learning environment where every student can achieve growth. 99 00:13:15,000 --> 00:13:15,000 with all of that said, based on my experiences, I have identified a key opportunity to significantly enhance the utility and effectiveness 100 00:13:22,320 --> 00:13:22,320 of this data. Currently, when student survey results tied to the scorecard are delivered At the end of the school year, 101 00:13:29,320 --> 00:13:29,320 they serve as a summative rating rather than a formative tool for growth. 102 00:13:34,840 --> 00:13:34,840 the data, while accurate in its final reflection of the year, Arrives too late for the educators to make any meaningful or in-flight 103 00:13:44,140 --> 00:13:44,140 adjustments. This timing presents a fundamental challenge. 104 00:13:48,980 --> 00:13:48,980 data that is intended to promote excellence instead risks being perceived as a final Judgment on a teacher's performance, 105 00:13:54,980 --> 00:13:54,980 potentially leading to detrimental scorecard impacts without the crucial time needed for Correction. 106 00:14:00,260 --> 00:14:00,260 it is not always an accurate reflection of a teacher's underlying dedication or ability, But rather a snapshot of a missed opportunity for both transparency and timely dialog. 107 00:14:11,780 --> 00:14:11,780 so my recommendation would be a shift to a quarterly formative feedback. 108 00:14:17,700 --> 00:14:17,700 to maximize the intended impact of student feedback, I respectfully propose implementing a quarterly or mid-semester cycle for student 109 00:14:23,860 --> 00:14:23,860 perception surveys. This shift transforms the survey from a final verdict into a powerful, 110 00:14:29,820 --> 00:14:29,820 actionable feedback loop. Quarterly data grants teachers the necessary window crucial time To review student responses, 111 00:14:36,180 --> 00:14:36,180 identify specific needs, whether they relate to instructional pace, Clarity, or support systems, 112 00:14:41,200 --> 00:14:45,160 and implement strategic corrections immediately. How this will impact students and teachers equity and comprehensiveness. 113 00:14:49,400 --> 00:14:49,400 by utilizing this level of transparency, teachers can rapidly tailor their approach, Ensuring that the learning environment is more comprehensive and equitable, 114 00:14:57,040 --> 00:14:57,040 particularly for students in specialized or accelerated programs who require precise Adjustments. 115 00:15:02,320 --> 00:15:02,320 growth in nurturing this continuous feedback mechanism ensures we are consistently meeting Students evolving needs, 116 00:15:08,680 --> 00:15:08,680 successfully balancing the goal to challenge them with the imperative to nurture their Growth and instincts, 117 00:15:14,520 --> 00:15:18,040 and accurate reflection when teachers are empowered to act on feedback. The end of your scorecard. Your time has expired. 118 00:15:20,760 --> 00:15:20,760 okay rating will more accurately. 119 00:15:27,520 --> 00:15:27,520 student voice. All right. Gracias. Por tu tiempo. 120 00:15:32,040 --> 00:15:32,040 estoy muy feliz para estar aqui. 121 00:15:50,060 --> 00:15:50,060 hello? Board members. And everybody. Audience. 122 00:15:55,300 --> 00:15:55,300 my name is mary ann hoskins. This is my husband and henry. 123 00:16:00,540 --> 00:16:00,540 this is our second grandson, devin dante hoskins. 124 00:16:05,620 --> 00:16:05,620 devin was put out of skyline high school because he got a letter from miss stella 125 00:16:15,740 --> 00:16:19,300 jackson saying that she needed to talk to his mama. Anika hoskins. Her name is anika deanne hoskins. 126 00:16:23,420 --> 00:16:23,420 my husband and our oldest daughter. But they put him out of school and everything. He'd Been out of school since october. 127 00:16:28,780 --> 00:16:28,780 but me and his brother and his granddaddy, we've been darius. 128 00:16:33,140 --> 00:16:33,140 I mean, we've been homeschooling him since he was kicked out of skyland because of anika. 129 00:16:39,680 --> 00:16:39,680 we don't even know where is our own self. You know, She called and said she was going to come over but hadn't heard from her. 130 00:16:45,960 --> 00:16:45,960 and it's not right to throw him out of school because of his his mom. 131 00:16:51,360 --> 00:16:54,400 it's not right. We had a they had a meeting. Ms. Nix, the one of the the principals, she they they had a meeting. 132 00:16:58,040 --> 00:17:00,400 they kicked him out of school and all that there. And and one of the teachers at at skyline her mom died. 133 00:17:05,520 --> 00:17:05,520 a mom named elaine jackson. Her dad tried to run my husband and I over in his truck on Burke when jerry lee jackson. 134 00:17:14,200 --> 00:17:17,440 but the cops let him go because they said he'd been drinking too much. But we're going to pursue that issue. But thank you all and have a wonderful day. 135 00:17:22,480 --> 00:17:25,960 and this is this here I, I got my diploma here. I know I'm supposed to have copies for y'all, But I didn't have time to do them. 136 00:17:30,080 --> 00:17:30,080 mary ann beard is my maiden name. It's my maiden name, You know. 137 00:17:34,820 --> 00:17:34,820 marion brown married the son, ralph, but she wanted to keep her maiden name. 138 00:17:40,020 --> 00:17:40,020 but I changed mine. And this is a graffiti, a death threat that was done at ascher Silberstein on our daughter. 139 00:17:47,220 --> 00:17:47,220 this is a lawsuit, skyline high school. Thank you all. 140 00:17:51,860 --> 00:17:51,860 have a good evening. Mr. President, this concludes the forum. 141 00:17:56,420 --> 00:17:56,420 thank you. Trustees. Trustees will now turn to agenda item 5, Closed session. 142 00:18:01,340 --> 00:18:01,340 but we will not retire to closed session. So, Trustees, we will now turn to agenda item 6 reports. 143 00:18:10,300 --> 00:18:14,260 beginning with 6.01 the superintendent's report. Superintendent. This month we have 4 trustee birthdays to celebrate. 144 00:18:19,140 --> 00:18:19,140 I don't know what it is with december, and I'm going to pair each one with a historical Event that happened on a trustee's birthday. 145 00:18:25,620 --> 00:18:25,620 first up, president carreón, born on december 1st, Which is also the day an important technological innovation occurred. 146 00:18:32,880 --> 00:18:32,880 on december 1st, 1913, henry ford's assembly line began manufacturing model t cars, Revolutionizing the auto 147 00:18:42,240 --> 00:18:42,240 industry. Happy birthday trustee carreón! May your time on this board be equally as Innovative and impactful. 148 00:18:49,080 --> 00:18:49,080 next up is trustee ben mackey, who was born on december 9th, Which is also the day in 1854 that alfred tennyson's 149 00:18:58,880 --> 00:19:02,720 poem change of the light brigade was published. I feel certain that since trustee mackey sees his role as to reason why, That his time on this board will end better than the british cavalry charge during the 150 00:19:11,800 --> 00:19:11,800 battle of balaclava in the crimean war. That was the heroic, If ill fated, subject of tennyson's poem. 151 00:19:19,720 --> 00:19:19,720 trustee. Micciche birthday is on december was on december 17th, Which is also the day in in 1791, 152 00:19:28,200 --> 00:19:28,200 when new york city created the first 1 way street. 153 00:19:32,620 --> 00:19:32,620 happy birthday trustee micciche and thank you for helping keep us headed in the right Direction. 154 00:19:38,900 --> 00:19:38,900 and finally, we're going to be on break when it's time to celebrate in the currie Household. 155 00:19:43,860 --> 00:19:43,860 trustee currie was born on the 28th, which is the day in 1612 when galileo first observed What he called a fixed 156 00:19:53,380 --> 00:19:53,380 star, but was actually the planet neptune. Happy birthday to trustee currie, Who is a leader who is always pushing us to make new discoveries. 157 00:20:04,060 --> 00:20:06,500 through a recent collaboration, I didn't write them. Okay, if you know, we can blame someone else. 158 00:20:12,460 --> 00:20:12,460 through a recent collaboration with dallas cowboys player solomon thomas, Dallas isd's mental health services continues to offer high school students access to 159 00:20:21,820 --> 00:20:25,820 resources that promote well-being and academic success. Thomas's nonprofit, the defensive line has a mission to help end the public health crisis Of youth suicide, 160 00:20:34,040 --> 00:20:34,040 especially among people of color. During recent visits to barack obama, Male leadership academy, 161 00:20:39,640 --> 00:20:39,640 south oak cliff high school, and doctor l.g. Pinkston senior high school, He has motivated and inspired students by sharing personal stories about his life. 162 00:20:48,560 --> 00:20:48,560 in november, thomas visited athletes and students at south oak cliff high school to talk About resilience and overcoming difficult moments. 163 00:20:56,640 --> 00:20:56,640 while at south oak cliff, the gene and jerry jones foundation, The philanthropic arm of the dallas cowboys, 164 00:21:02,960 --> 00:21:02,960 donated $10,000 to the district's mental health services to support mental health programs And resources. 165 00:21:10,960 --> 00:21:10,960 thank you to thomas, as well as the gene and jerry jones foundation for supporting our Students. 166 00:21:18,000 --> 00:21:18,000 in 2014, dallas isd police officer omar sepulveda first organized a toy drive for students Whose families are experiencing financial 167 00:21:27,430 --> 00:21:27,430 difficulties at doctor l.g. Pinkston senior high school that began the officer claus toy Drive, 168 00:21:33,950 --> 00:21:33,950 teaming up with public safety officer regina black, Who has been serving at alex w spence talented gifted academy for over 2 decades. 169 00:21:42,950 --> 00:21:42,950 the officers placed collection boxes and post fliers around their schools to encourage Students and staff to give thank you to officer sepulveda and black 170 00:21:52,870 --> 00:21:52,870 for being officer claus for the students of pinkston and spence. 171 00:21:57,990 --> 00:21:57,990 only a month and a half left for applications, For specialty programs and schools, and for transfers to neighborhood schools. 172 00:22:05,150 --> 00:22:05,150 more than 600 parents joined our recent virtual discover sessions to hear from experts About these programs and to get assistance with the application. 173 00:22:14,150 --> 00:22:14,150 we are holding another virtual session on january 17th so that you can explore all the Amazing learning opportunities the district offers from the comfort of your 174 00:22:24,070 --> 00:22:24,070 own home. The dallas isd stem expo returns saturday, January 24th, 2026 at the automobile building at fair park. 175 00:22:34,170 --> 00:22:34,170 the expo will feature interactive exhibits including aircraft technology demonstrations, Engineering design challenges, 176 00:22:41,010 --> 00:22:41,010 virtual reality experiences, and hands on science activities for students of all grade Levels. 177 00:22:46,530 --> 00:22:46,530 the event brings together districts, departments, And campuses, as well as industry and academic partners to showcase real world 178 00:22:53,290 --> 00:22:57,290 opportunities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The largest stem expo in texas. The event aims to spark curiosity in stem subjects while Introducing students to potential career pathways. 179 00:23:06,450 --> 00:23:06,450 registration and additional information are available on the district's website at the end Of the semester. 180 00:23:13,130 --> 00:23:13,130 as the end of the semester approaches, seniors across the district are starting to secure Spots at colleges and universities. 181 00:23:20,650 --> 00:23:20,650 dallas isd students have received full ride scholarships to davidson college, The university of chicago, 182 00:23:28,470 --> 00:23:28,470 chicago, notre dame, holy cross, swarthmore, Emory, tulane, boston college, middlebury, bucknell, 183 00:23:34,910 --> 00:23:34,910 tcu, stanford, rice, johns hopkins, caltech, Smith, oberlin, tulane, tufts, mount holyoke, 184 00:23:41,230 --> 00:23:41,230 northeastern, and skidmore, among others. I should note that trustee garcia is a graduate Of notre dame, 185 00:23:47,190 --> 00:23:47,190 so maybe in a few years, one of these seniors will be sitting up here on the dais as a Trustee. 186 00:23:53,350 --> 00:23:53,350 earlier today, dallas isd proudly celebrated brenda jackson for her extraordinary 187 00:24:01,430 --> 00:24:01,430 47. 47 years of service and dedication in food and child nutrition services. 188 00:24:10,190 --> 00:24:10,190 since november of 1978, brenda has faithfully served our district, Working in elementary cafeterias and at the 189 00:24:20,430 --> 00:24:20,430 fcns central kitchen. Now a lot of people retire from dallas isd, And we're grateful for everyone who chooses to spend their careers here. 190 00:24:28,410 --> 00:24:28,410 the reason we're highlighting miss brenda is that in the first 45 years of her remarkable Career, 191 00:24:35,690 --> 00:24:35,690 brenda missed one day of work. 1 day in 45 years, 1 single day. 192 00:24:44,570 --> 00:24:48,090 no miss mornings, no sick days, no maybe tomorrow. Just consistency, reliability and dedication to the children that set an example for all Of us. 193 00:24:55,930 --> 00:24:55,930 it was only after encouragement that she finally took time to use her well-earned leave. 194 00:25:01,930 --> 00:25:05,490 we are deeply grateful for her decades of service. Service, proud to honor her contribution to dallas isd, And eager to find out how she chooses to spend her retirement. 195 00:25:12,635 --> 00:25:12,635 [applause] yes. Absolutely. I don't know what she'll end up doing, But she'll be doing it every single day. 196 00:25:21,030 --> 00:25:21,030 I feel quite sure this saturday is a bad day to be richmond randall. 197 00:25:28,070 --> 00:25:28,070 that school is what is standing between south oak cliff golden bears football team and the U.I.l. 198 00:25:34,030 --> 00:25:34,030 5 a division 2 state championship at at&t stadium in a rematch of last year's title game. 199 00:25:42,390 --> 00:25:42,390 congratulations to south oak cliff on making it to their 5th straight state championship Game. 200 00:25:50,430 --> 00:25:50,430 and good luck. All of dallas isd is behind you. 201 00:25:54,830 --> 00:25:54,830 finally, dallas isd will go on winter break the next two weeks. 202 00:25:59,350 --> 00:25:59,350 as the writer paul thoreau once said, winter is a season of recovery and preparation. 203 00:26:06,430 --> 00:26:06,430 I hope your time off is a time of joy, rest and renewal and that you all come back fully Charged and raring to go to do the work for our students. 204 00:26:16,110 --> 00:26:16,110 thank you. Trustees. Are there any committee reports? 205 00:26:23,290 --> 00:26:23,290 6.02 trustee micciche. Yes. I'd like to give an update both on the dcad vote 206 00:26:32,810 --> 00:26:32,810 and on the tasb vote. So if you'll recall last month, We allocated votes to 207 00:26:43,530 --> 00:26:43,530 pauline medrano and kevin carbo. And I'm pleased to say that the 2 of them won their Seats. 208 00:26:52,050 --> 00:26:52,050 so they will have 4 year terms. And it is really good to have public school advocates and Responsible people in those seats. 209 00:27:00,410 --> 00:27:00,410 and thank you. Thank you for your support. Second texas association of school boards, We had the opportunity to 210 00:27:10,210 --> 00:27:10,210 endorse 2 candidates for the region 10 seats that were open. 211 00:27:17,590 --> 00:27:17,590 there was a there's a 2 year term. We endorsed robert selders jr. 212 00:27:23,150 --> 00:27:23,150 from garland isd, and he was elected by the region 10 school districts. 213 00:27:29,230 --> 00:27:29,230 and we also endorsed regina harris, a richardson isd, And she was also elected. 214 00:27:35,790 --> 00:27:35,790 so thank you for your support. It has turned out, I think, very well for us. 215 00:27:41,710 --> 00:27:41,710 thank you. Thank you. Trustee any other committee reports? 216 00:27:46,630 --> 00:27:46,630 okay, then trustees will now turn to agenda item 6.03 trustee reports beginning with Trustee for district 1. 217 00:27:51,950 --> 00:27:51,950 trustee currie. All right. 1 I just there's a lot of fun things happening around district 01, 218 00:27:58,950 --> 00:27:58,950 particularly related to the holidays. There is something very strange happening at foster Elementary. 219 00:28:03,510 --> 00:28:06,190 there is a video with some teachers doing some chicken dances. I'll just leave it at that. If you were in the video, You guys seem to really enjoy that. 220 00:28:10,830 --> 00:28:10,830 someone showed up at gooch elementary and tried to steal christmas. It was very scary. 221 00:28:14,870 --> 00:28:18,290 I hope I'm glad that they were able to prevent that from happening. There's a great holiday fest organized by the dads club at walnut hill elementary. 222 00:28:22,650 --> 00:28:25,450 de gooyer did its annual angel tree to support students there. So a lot of wonderful things happening around the holidays. When it comes to other Specific accolades, 223 00:28:30,930 --> 00:28:34,370 first, I do want to congratulate dan on his birthday. I would love to know what it was like the first time you drove down a 1 way street in that Year, 224 00:28:39,010 --> 00:28:39,010 but. I was gonna make that joke. Took that one anyway. 225 00:28:46,970 --> 00:28:46,970 special congratulations to the w.t. White student seniors who participated last month in North texas drama auditions. 226 00:28:54,690 --> 00:28:54,690 students had the opportunity to perform for representatives of top college theater Programs and earned callback from more than 20 institutions, 227 00:29:01,610 --> 00:29:01,610 including smu, ut, austin, baylor, and the new york film academy. 228 00:29:05,730 --> 00:29:09,650 incredibly proud of their work. Usually I wait to confess this until I know people better, but I was a theater major at baylor university and a computer science minor, Which made a whole lot more sense at age 18 than it does at age 46. 229 00:29:16,720 --> 00:29:16,720 but I certainly learned a ton doing drama when I was young and through college, And wish them the best of luck and they as they pursue their dreams. 230 00:29:26,160 --> 00:29:26,160 I also would like to recognize and recommend robotics teams at prestonwood montessori, The cyborg pups, 231 00:29:30,880 --> 00:29:30,880 and the robo pups for their outstanding achievement in advancing to the dallas isd Unleashed the bots finals. 232 00:29:37,480 --> 00:29:37,480 they recently earned an impressive 5th place finish, And it marks the first time that preston would reach the finals, 233 00:29:42,520 --> 00:29:42,520 and we're excited to see how they continue to grow and innovate. And lastly, I want to recognize and applaud 3 outstanding students from thomas jefferson high school 234 00:29:50,560 --> 00:29:53,840 who have each been offered full ride scholarships. Ac is awarded by lehigh university, george jay was awarded by bucknell university, And kevin yu was awarded by washington university in saint louis. 235 00:30:02,560 --> 00:30:05,880 so congratulations to these 3 extraordinary scholars. We're immensely proud of you. And then finally, I'll take a short moment of to congratulate something outside of dallas isd. 236 00:30:12,300 --> 00:30:12,300 I graduated from wall high school, which is starting its state championship football game, 237 00:30:17,660 --> 00:30:17,660 in about 2 minutes. And my cousin craig is the head football coach there. 238 00:30:22,380 --> 00:30:26,380 1st coach among the 5 in our family to make it to a state championship game. And you might see me slip over to at&t stadium in just a little bit to go watch his game. 239 00:30:30,340 --> 00:30:30,340 so congratulations to that team. Trustee weinberg. 240 00:30:35,420 --> 00:30:35,420 what's their mascot? Go, hawks! District 2 accolades. 241 00:30:41,940 --> 00:30:41,940 want to wish kudos to geneva heights elementary school for welcoming the texas urban Council of superintendents. 242 00:30:51,700 --> 00:30:51,700 their visit highlighted the schools excellence and excellence in student agency, Play based learning, 243 00:30:57,580 --> 00:30:57,580 lab time, and many innovative practices. District 2 students are once again shining in the Doctor martin luther king junior oratory competition. 244 00:31:07,500 --> 00:31:07,500 congratulations to blend t of preston hollow elementary school for being selected as a Finalist, 245 00:31:13,000 --> 00:31:13,000 showcasing strong writing, public speaking, and leadership inspired by doctor king's Legacy. 246 00:31:19,840 --> 00:31:19,840 woodrow and hillcrest cheer earned first and second place, Respectively, in december at the dallas isd division five cheer competition. 247 00:31:28,880 --> 00:31:28,880 way to go, district 2 school cheerleaders. Thank you to hillcrest alum and nba detroit Pistons guard dennis jenkins for sharing a powerful message 248 00:31:38,800 --> 00:31:38,800 with hillcrest students, and congratulations on the retirement of his number 24 jersey. 249 00:31:44,480 --> 00:31:44,480 congratulations to the jalen girls soccer team and coach salvador rivas for their recent Crowning as middle school city champions. 250 00:31:54,600 --> 00:31:54,600 congratulations to hillcrest coach balch, who will be induced in the national wrestling Hall of fame, 251 00:32:02,000 --> 00:32:05,760 and he also earned a lifetime service to wrestling award. Congratulations to the debate coaches at hillcrest, Miss jean and mr. 252 00:32:10,020 --> 00:32:10,020 long, who took multiple teams of hillcrest debaters to competition a couple of weeks ago And as the only dallas isd comprehensive high school represented, 253 00:32:17,540 --> 00:32:17,540 they earned 5th place among multiple highly nationally ranked teams. 254 00:32:24,020 --> 00:32:24,020 I'm also proud to announce to celebrate 2 students who achieved early college acceptance With full ride scholarships. 255 00:32:30,660 --> 00:32:30,660 amani a of woodrow wilson high school has been accepted to davidson college, And sergio r of hillcrest has been accepted to texas christian university. 256 00:32:40,820 --> 00:32:40,820 lastly, congratulations to all district 2 recipients of this year's aspire award. 257 00:32:46,580 --> 00:32:46,580 the dallas isd honor recognizes outstanding campus support, And we are proud to celebrate everyone who earned this distinction with their hard work. 258 00:32:55,660 --> 00:32:55,660 and finally, good luck to the south oak cliff golden bears in this weekend's championship Game. 259 00:33:02,460 --> 00:33:02,460 that concludes my remarks. Trustee micciche. Thank you, Mr. 260 00:33:06,620 --> 00:33:06,620 president. And thank you for the birthday greetings. 261 00:33:10,800 --> 00:33:10,800 I really appreciate that. There was another event on the same date, December 17th, 1903, at kitty 262 00:33:20,640 --> 00:33:20,640 hawk, north carolina. The wright brothers flew the first airplane. 263 00:33:24,800 --> 00:33:24,800 I remember it well. [laughter] so the district 3 accolades. 264 00:33:31,320 --> 00:33:31,320 congratulations to elijah. Be a choir scholar at conrad high school who recently had the Incredible opportunity to sing alongside 265 00:33:41,120 --> 00:33:44,920 andrea bocelli at the american airlines center. What an amazing showcase of pure talent, and I'm proud to know it is being cultivated Right here in district 3 in moore. 266 00:33:52,720 --> 00:33:52,720 conrad news. Congratulations to the boys swim team for their success at the all city swim Meet. 267 00:33:58,280 --> 00:34:02,120 the team medaled in 4 events and took 3rd overall. This is the first time in school history that the team has placed, So congratulations again to these boys for their historic win. 268 00:34:10,460 --> 00:34:10,460 lastly, congratulations to all the district 3 seniors who have already received full, Full ride scholarships. 269 00:34:17,460 --> 00:34:17,460 especially want to shout out brian adams students dominic r, Who received a full ride to northeastern university, 270 00:34:24,260 --> 00:34:24,260 irene liu, who received a scholarship to davidson college college, And kimura h. 271 00:34:31,100 --> 00:34:31,100 who's full ride is to middlebury college. Your hard work and dedication have gotten you to This milestone, 272 00:34:37,260 --> 00:34:40,180 and I'm excited to celebrate each and every one of you. And that concludes my report. Trustee garcia. 273 00:34:46,340 --> 00:34:46,340 congratulations to all district 4 campus support personnel who were recipients of this Fire award. 274 00:34:52,580 --> 00:34:52,580 your passion creates a lasting, positive impact on the lives of our children. 275 00:34:57,780 --> 00:34:57,780 I'd also like to acknowledge the talented senior at seagoville high school, Luis negrete. 276 00:35:03,920 --> 00:35:03,920 louise is an intern for dallas isd athletics department, And he takes professional level photos at sporting events, 277 00:35:11,760 --> 00:35:11,760 and his photos will be used for billboards created to promote dallas isd across the city. 278 00:35:18,440 --> 00:35:18,440 and we're incredibly proud to see his work showcased so prominently. 279 00:35:23,040 --> 00:35:23,040 also, shout out to jordan bilton, a teacher at samuell high school, For receiving the outstanding dual credit excellence award from dallas college. 280 00:35:32,560 --> 00:35:32,560 this award is given to educators who have demonstrated recognition for both student Achievement and instructional quality. 281 00:35:40,600 --> 00:35:40,600 and then kudos to rocio martinez, a pre-k bilingual teacher at cuellar elementary who has Been nominated for the national life group life 282 00:35:50,240 --> 00:35:50,240 changer of the year award, which aims to honor those who are making a significant Difference in the lives of students by exemplifying excellence. 283 00:36:00,040 --> 00:36:00,040 thank you, miss martinez, for being a true life changer for our students. 284 00:36:04,620 --> 00:36:04,620 this concludes my district 4 accolades. And then moving on to power d5, Which I cannot 285 00:36:14,420 --> 00:36:14,420 do it justice. Maybe trustee sanders will miss out on the remarks that he likes to Incorporate to these. 286 00:36:22,820 --> 00:36:22,820 but let's kick things off. I know that trustee sanders is very excited. 287 00:36:27,660 --> 00:36:27,660 he gives a huge congratulations to the south oak cliff team for their latest victory, And that has moved them on to state championship for the 5th year in a row, 288 00:36:37,380 --> 00:36:37,380 making soc 1 of 8 schools in uil history to do that. 289 00:36:42,860 --> 00:36:42,860 at&t stadium in arlington will serve as the stage for not just any bears, But the golden bears finale for their magical season, 290 00:36:52,780 --> 00:36:52,780 which we hope will end with a state championship once again. 291 00:36:58,100 --> 00:36:58,100 next, shining the light to pinkston high school for a successful toy drive. 292 00:37:03,370 --> 00:37:03,370 the drive was headed by the jrotc, who lead the charge collecting and organizing the toys To benefit their community. 293 00:37:11,890 --> 00:37:11,890 this selfless spirit has become a huge part of the infectious culture they've built there, 294 00:37:18,850 --> 00:37:18,850 and they're proud to be the pride of the west side. 295 00:37:23,090 --> 00:37:23,090 I also want to celebrate roosevelt high school of innovation for continuing the beautiful Power d5 tradition of service and 296 00:37:33,010 --> 00:37:33,010 compassion. This thanksgiving, students prepared meals for the cedar crest community Center and volunteered at the annual heb feast for sharing. 297 00:37:44,090 --> 00:37:44,090 william b travis academy is celebrating an exceptional achievement. 298 00:37:49,250 --> 00:37:49,250 7th grader aiden built a nuclear fission fusion. 299 00:37:53,330 --> 00:37:57,330 let me get this right. Nuclear fusion reactor. Submitted it to the guinness world records as the potentially the youngest person to Achieve this extraordinary example of student innovation. 300 00:38:06,990 --> 00:38:10,590 so I'd like to wish everyone a happy holiday season. And this concludes the power five accolades. Trustee foreman. 301 00:38:18,070 --> 00:38:18,070 thank you. I'd like to start off by giving a big shout out to our district six students Who participated in the 34th annual doctor martin luther king junior 302 00:38:28,350 --> 00:38:28,350 oratorical competition in the semifinals giving them a great opportunity for public Speaking, 303 00:38:36,630 --> 00:38:36,630 which is essential for leadership skills. And these students showcased it brilliantly. 304 00:38:42,550 --> 00:38:42,550 congratulations to madison from tl marsalis elementary academy, Nyla from thomas talbot elementary school, 305 00:38:51,510 --> 00:38:51,510 xenia from barbara jordan elementary school, And lyric from adele turner elementary school. 306 00:38:58,770 --> 00:38:58,770 thank you for what you did. I'd also like to congratulate the david w carter basketball Team, 307 00:39:06,130 --> 00:39:06,130 and specifically shaq, who is a star on the basketball team, But he is actually number 1 in his junior class. 308 00:39:15,490 --> 00:39:15,490 so that is an exciting opportunity for that young man. 309 00:39:19,730 --> 00:39:19,730 special thanks to justin ford kimball high school for being one of the sites for families To pick up free meals for students over the holidays. 310 00:39:28,490 --> 00:39:28,490 and to our incredible food and child nutrition services team for making sure students are Supported even while schools are closed 311 00:39:38,730 --> 00:39:38,730 during the winter break. The carter and kimball basketball teams will be going on a tour, Carter will be in las 312 00:39:48,690 --> 00:39:48,690 vegas, and kimball will be going to the bahamas thanks to summer trustee foreman's money. 313 00:39:57,470 --> 00:40:01,190 not the district, but some of trustee foreman money. So I'm excited about that opportunity for those young people. 314 00:40:07,870 --> 00:40:07,870 I'd like to say, although these schools are not in my district, I am so excited about the southern sector and 315 00:40:17,790 --> 00:40:17,790 football. Soccer. Go get em! Duncanville. Go get em, Desoto. 316 00:40:26,750 --> 00:40:26,750 go get them. Because there is this need for this synergy in the southern sector, And it shows. 317 00:40:35,790 --> 00:40:35,790 it's a great showcase of what our students can do when given the right opportunities. 318 00:40:40,710 --> 00:40:40,710 so I'm really respectful of all of those schools and what they're doing. 319 00:40:45,190 --> 00:40:45,190 and lastly, I want to wish everyone a joyful and restful winter break, Although I'll be working. 320 00:40:53,030 --> 00:40:53,030 happy holidays. Trustee mackey. Thank you. I'll give the district 7 report. 321 00:40:58,930 --> 00:40:58,930 first, I want to start off by highlighting winnetka elementary school for their winter Wonderland event that they had this week. 322 00:41:04,650 --> 00:41:04,650 their pto gave out a gift to every single student at the school, Which is approximately 700 students. 323 00:41:11,730 --> 00:41:11,730 and I don't know if anyone has been to a winnetka pta pto event, But, you know, you might think of pto, 324 00:41:18,730 --> 00:41:21,850 pta event. You know, you've got 20, 30, 40 parents in there. No, they have hundreds that show up at their school. 325 00:41:24,370 --> 00:41:27,810 it is an incredible, incredible sight. So kudos to them. Next up, I want to shout out sunset high school's purple marching machine as they proudly Represented dallas isd in my hometown of orlando, 326 00:41:35,730 --> 00:41:38,610 florida at the florida classic. Battle of the bands. Their talent, discipline, and showmanship brought the texas charm to the sun's son. 327 00:41:43,610 --> 00:41:43,610 I grew up there. I still can't say sunshine state and showcase their excellence within our District, 328 00:41:49,770 --> 00:41:49,770 and we're super excited about all of the students and band directors who got to go and be Part of that. 329 00:41:56,750 --> 00:41:56,750 I also, while we might still be in 2025, at least for a few more weeks, Some district 7 students have their sights already set on the future kind of building off 330 00:42:05,630 --> 00:42:05,630 of what doctor elizalde shared. We have seniors eileen m from molina high school and Antonio r from adamson high school. 331 00:42:13,590 --> 00:42:13,590 both received not only acceptance into college early, But also full ride scholarships to davidson and tulane university. 332 00:42:21,990 --> 00:42:21,990 accordingly. So congratulations to both of those outstanding seniors. And then lastly, I just want to take a personal moment to thank you, 333 00:42:28,230 --> 00:42:28,230 faye, for everything you have given to this district, To this board, to me personally, you're always there to answer my questions and always 334 00:42:35,070 --> 00:42:35,070 such a happy face. I'm going to really miss seeing you in these meetings going forward, But happy for you. 335 00:42:40,830 --> 00:42:40,830 that concludes my report. Thank you. I will now share all that's great in district 8. 336 00:42:46,903 --> 00:42:46,903 [laughter] we'll see. We'll see if that sticks. 337 00:42:52,570 --> 00:42:52,570 yeah. I want to start by congratulating 2 north dallas high school seniors who have Received full ride scholarships to their respective colleges. 338 00:43:02,850 --> 00:43:02,850 vitamin s received a full ride to washington university in saint louis, And sariah j is is celebrating a full ride to the university 339 00:43:12,770 --> 00:43:12,770 of chicago. Again, congrats to both of these north dallas high school bulldogs and all Seniors across dallas isd. 340 00:43:21,490 --> 00:43:21,490 I also want to highlight the good things happening at mount auburn steam academy. 341 00:43:26,050 --> 00:43:26,050 specifically, the lady mustangs and tech mustangs robotics teams delivered strong Performances at at their recent competition. 342 00:43:33,970 --> 00:43:33,970 led by jose sena, the tech mustangs earned multiple honors, Including tournament champion and the elementary excellence award. 343 00:43:43,650 --> 00:43:43,650 congratulations mount auburn. Last month, we discussed the solar preparatory school for Girls sports. 344 00:43:51,630 --> 00:43:55,110 sport stacking event. I guess you stack cups. I am proud to announce that solar prep for girls is now home to a world record. 345 00:44:01,270 --> 00:44:01,270 we are proud to recognize the students and staff of solar preparatory school for girls for Their historic achievement. 346 00:44:07,070 --> 00:44:07,070 nearly 400 people from the school participated in a successful attempt to set a new world Record for the most people sport stacking at multiple 347 00:44:16,510 --> 00:44:16,510 locations. Their participation contributed to the global total of 784,036 stackers, And multiple locations 348 00:44:26,390 --> 00:44:26,390 to break the previous record. Special thank you to teacher myra trillo for organizing the Stackers at solar prep and whose efforts made 349 00:44:36,350 --> 00:44:36,350 this incredible accomplishment possible. I would also like to conclude the district 8 Accolades by recognizing superintendent stephanie lizalde. 350 00:44:45,310 --> 00:44:45,310 she was the recipient of the dallas cowboys inspire social justice grant, Which honors community leaders for their impactful work in education, 351 00:44:54,650 --> 00:44:54,650 economic advancement, and other vital areas. In addition to the recognition, The award team generously donated a $10,000 check 352 00:45:04,610 --> 00:45:08,450 to directly support our district's girls flag football league. Congratulations, doctor, and thank you for your dedication to students. 353 00:45:13,530 --> 00:45:13,530 and on behalf of district eight. Likewise. Go, Salk and everyone, have a wonderful, safe winter break. 354 00:45:20,890 --> 00:45:20,890 I will now read the as a dynamic, dynamic d-9. 355 00:45:26,690 --> 00:45:26,690 accolades. A big congratulations to several of our dynamic d-9 seniors for earning full Ride scholarships to colleges and universities across the 356 00:45:36,450 --> 00:45:36,450 country. Gabriel m at skyline high school is headed to boston college on a full ride Scholarship. 357 00:45:45,130 --> 00:45:45,130 mathilda f at booker t headed to swarthmore college on a full ride scholarship. 358 00:45:53,360 --> 00:45:53,360 and isabelle m, also at booker t, is headed to emory university. 359 00:45:58,800 --> 00:45:58,800 pretty great places. Also at booker t washington high school for the visual and performing Arts. 360 00:46:05,880 --> 00:46:05,880 5 students won at the 2026 young arts competition kenneth james mason, Merit and sabrina daily. 361 00:46:15,040 --> 00:46:15,040 these students are recognized nationally for their exceptional artistic skill and Potential. 362 00:46:20,760 --> 00:46:20,760 they gained lifelong benefits such as master classes, Mentorship opportunities, and to participate in opportunities to participate in regional 363 00:46:29,000 --> 00:46:29,000 programs. Further, in their first traditional cheer competition, The great james madison high school squad placed second overall at the 364 00:46:38,960 --> 00:46:38,960 dallas isd cheer competition. Congratulations on this accomplishment, And I can't wait to see what the future has in store at us. 365 00:46:48,300 --> 00:46:48,300 and finally, several seniors at irma rangel young women's leadership school are now Questbridge match 366 00:46:58,100 --> 00:46:58,100 scholars. This highly competitive national college match program connects students with Full ride scholarships to the nation's top colleges and universities. 367 00:47:07,180 --> 00:47:07,180 congratulations to sophia the princess, t, cecelia s, Cory beltran, t, marisol ruiz g and ida f. 368 00:47:17,100 --> 00:47:17,100 that concludes the dynamic d9 act. Accolades and all trustee accolades. 369 00:47:24,820 --> 00:47:24,820 trustees. We'll now turn to agenda item 7.01. 370 00:47:31,260 --> 00:47:31,260 consider and take possible action to approve minutes submitted for approval. 371 00:47:35,700 --> 00:47:39,660 trustees. The following minutes have been submitted for approval. The audit committee meeting from september 10th, 2025 approved by the audit committee on november 12th, 372 00:47:45,680 --> 00:47:45,680 2020. 5 the employee hearing from november 20th, 2020. 373 00:47:50,240 --> 00:47:50,240 5 the called board meeting from november 20th, 2020. 374 00:47:54,320 --> 00:47:54,320 five the public hearing on school 1st from november 20th, 2025 and the board meeting from november 20th, 375 00:48:02,680 --> 00:48:02,680 2020. 5 trustees do I have a motion? Move to approve. 376 00:48:08,360 --> 00:48:08,360 second. Trustees. It's been moved and seconded. 377 00:48:12,640 --> 00:48:12,640 trustees. Are there any corrections? No. Corrections trustees, Please cast your votes. 378 00:48:37,400 --> 00:48:37,400 trustee foreman. Are you able to vote? No, but I vote yes. 379 00:48:42,460 --> 00:48:42,460 my computer is not up. Thank you. Oh, he hit the button. 380 00:48:49,820 --> 00:48:49,820 I got it. Thank you. Motion passes 7 voting. Yes. 381 00:48:59,060 --> 00:48:59,060 trustees have just adopted the motion approving the minutes as submitted. 382 00:49:04,580 --> 00:49:04,580 trustees will now turn to agenda item 8.01 under statutory items. 383 00:49:10,300 --> 00:49:10,300 consider and take possible action to approve by resolution future board of trustees Elections to be held in november. 384 00:49:16,020 --> 00:49:16,020 uniform election date in odd numbered years and specify specifying the manner in which Trustee terms will be adjusted accordingly. 385 00:49:24,380 --> 00:49:28,380 trustees. Do I have a motion? Move to approve. Second. Trustees has been moved and seconded. 386 00:49:30,820 --> 00:49:30,820 trustees. Is there discussion? Trustee foreman. 387 00:49:36,620 --> 00:49:36,620 so I didn't quite understand the. We talked about moving to november, But you said in staggered order, 388 00:49:43,360 --> 00:49:43,360 so I'm not really clear about that. Yes, please. 389 00:49:49,080 --> 00:49:49,080 I think we have a handout that's coming, but it's the it states in odd numbered years and Specifying the manner in which trustee. 390 00:49:56,520 --> 00:49:56,520 it would have been good to have that prior to you bringing that up so that I could have Seen it. 391 00:50:01,840 --> 00:50:01,840 thank you. Okay. Okay. Trustee. The resolution is attached to board documents. 392 00:50:08,200 --> 00:50:08,200 trustee. Zba. Any further discussion? Yeah, I think just for anyone. 393 00:50:13,320 --> 00:50:13,320 just watching the way trustee mackey. Go ahead. Thank you. Sorry. 394 00:50:17,720 --> 00:50:17,720 the way that I read the resolution, and I just want to make sure is that the dallas isd School board will continue to have its spring election in 2026, 395 00:50:24,920 --> 00:50:24,920 next year. After that point, that class that will be next up in 2029 will move to november Of 2029. 396 00:50:33,680 --> 00:50:33,680 the current class that's scheduled for spring of 2027 will move to november of 2027. 397 00:50:39,100 --> 00:50:39,100 and the odd class out in the middle. 2028 will either by drawing of lots or agreement, As this document says, 398 00:50:46,020 --> 00:50:46,020 will be split up, 2 of which will move to 2027 and one will go back to 2029. 399 00:50:50,660 --> 00:50:50,660 so that will put us on five trustees being on the ballot in 2020 7th november, Which aligns with the mayor and city council, 400 00:50:59,980 --> 00:50:59,980 and then for trustees being in november of 2029, Which aligns with the city council but not the mayor. 401 00:51:07,020 --> 00:51:07,020 and then from that point on, trustees will be elected on 4 year terms that hit each of Those. 402 00:51:12,020 --> 00:51:12,020 I'll just personally say I support this. I think what I appreciate about the way we're Moving forward with this is trying to be thoughtful about. 403 00:51:20,300 --> 00:51:20,300 while we have to make this shift, we are required to be with the city of dallas, And I personally believe it's a good thing to move to the november's we're doing so in a 404 00:51:28,700 --> 00:51:28,700 way that tries to give as many opportunities as soon as possible for people to continue Electing the representatives. 405 00:51:33,700 --> 00:51:33,700 hence why we're holding these elections next year and trying to do the minimal amount of Movement possible. 406 00:51:39,080 --> 00:51:39,080 so I just thank my colleagues for this and look forward to how this will shake out. 407 00:51:44,720 --> 00:51:44,720 trustee micciche yes, I support this as well. 408 00:51:49,640 --> 00:51:49,640 in addition to the fact that we are required to do it, I think that there is ample evidence that turnout in the odd in 409 00:51:59,240 --> 00:51:59,240 november of the odd years is higher than turnout generally in may. 410 00:52:05,800 --> 00:52:05,800 and also the fact that we will have our elections on the ballot with the city of dallas, Dallas college 411 00:52:15,280 --> 00:52:15,280 and the state. The odd years are the years when constitutional amendments from the state Legislature are also considered. 412 00:52:24,840 --> 00:52:24,840 so I think it will turn out to be less costly for us. 413 00:52:30,000 --> 00:52:30,000 as far as the kind of disruption in in, in extending a few terms by 6 months. 414 00:52:37,820 --> 00:52:37,820 and and then we have this situation of one of the terms or 2 terms being reduced by 6 Months. 415 00:52:48,180 --> 00:52:48,180 I think that is just basically the only way we can get to to this new schedule. 416 00:52:56,980 --> 00:52:56,980 so it's, it is the least disruptive and it is the most democratic by minimizing the amount Of terms that would be extended 417 00:53:06,700 --> 00:53:10,220 more than 6 months. So again, I support this. Thank you. Any other trustees for round one? Okay. 418 00:53:15,820 --> 00:53:15,820 trustee garcia. I also support shifting the election. 419 00:53:21,300 --> 00:53:24,900 I know that this impacts district 4 in a unique way. In particular district 4. District 5. 7, as was stated. 420 00:53:28,500 --> 00:53:28,500 and this could mean district four term ends earlier or is extended, But regardless of that timeline, 421 00:53:35,450 --> 00:53:35,450 I know that my commitment to students remains unchanged, And I wanted to make sure to go on the record and state that, 422 00:53:42,570 --> 00:53:42,570 and of course, that I believe that myself and this board, We're we're entirely committed to the work happening now. 423 00:53:49,770 --> 00:53:49,770 and so for district 4, I just wanted to share that and my support for the health of our Democracy. 424 00:53:56,810 --> 00:53:56,810 and I'm a proud steward for this election cycle change. 425 00:54:01,930 --> 00:54:01,930 anyone else? Around one seeing none trustee foreman round 2. 426 00:54:06,370 --> 00:54:06,370 did I get a round 1? But never mind. So I keep hearing about the support of this, But one of the, 427 00:54:15,490 --> 00:54:15,490 the reasons that I think we said we had to do this was based on a statute that I've asked For a copy of, 428 00:54:23,370 --> 00:54:23,370 and I think I'm going to get that statute. It's not about whether I support it or not. 429 00:54:28,010 --> 00:54:28,010 it's about if it's something that's mandatory and that statue has not been presented to Me. 430 00:54:35,670 --> 00:54:35,670 I'm looking to see if that statue is presented, Because one of the things I prefer doing is doing things based on the law, 431 00:54:44,590 --> 00:54:44,590 rather than based on emotion. And so I'm looking I'm going to be looking at the statue to See if I understand that, 432 00:54:52,630 --> 00:54:52,630 that we might have to move. But I want to make sure we're doing the right thing. 433 00:54:58,430 --> 00:54:58,430 okay. Just to make sure we've we've circulated this the the bracket bills to the trustees, 434 00:55:04,670 --> 00:55:04,670 the email. Okay. Okay. Thank you. Trustees. Further discussion. 435 00:55:13,390 --> 00:55:13,390 okay. Trustees seeing no further discussion. Do I have a motion? 436 00:55:19,430 --> 00:55:19,430 I mean, that's right. Trustees seeing no further discussion, Please cast your votes. 437 00:55:38,690 --> 00:55:38,690 motion passes 6 voting yes,1 voting no. Steve, You just adopted item 8.01. 438 00:55:45,730 --> 00:55:45,730 trustees will now turn to item 9.0. President I. 439 00:55:50,410 --> 00:55:50,410 there was an abstention as opposed to a vote of. 440 00:55:57,970 --> 00:55:57,970 okay, trustees, you just adopted item 8.01. Trustees will now turn to item 9.01. 441 00:56:04,610 --> 00:56:07,570 considering take possible action to approve the consent agenda. Items 9.01 through 9.21, as amended. Trustees. 442 00:56:13,850 --> 00:56:16,130 do we have a motion on the consent agenda as amended? Move to approve. Second, trustee has been moved and seconded to adopt the consent agenda As amended. 443 00:56:22,370 --> 00:56:22,370 trustees, please cast your votes. 444 00:56:49,190 --> 00:56:49,190 trustee foreman. Are you able to vote? Yes. I'm abstaining because I cannot pull items for Separate vote. 445 00:57:06,990 --> 00:57:06,990 motion passes 6. Voting yes 1 abstention. Trustees, You just adopted the motion approving the consent agenda, 446 00:57:15,470 --> 00:57:15,470 as amended. Trustees will now turn to agenda item 12. 447 00:57:20,110 --> 00:57:20,110 adjournment. The time is 7:28 p.m. And this meeting is adjourned.