December 16, 2024 Board Recap

Public schools are the bedrock of our democracy and the engine of our economy. By fully funding education for our 5.5 million students before all else, we safeguard Texas' future, fortify our workforce, and ensure our state remains a beacon of opportunity and innovation for generations to come.

• Raise the basic allotment to match rising inflation, currently 19% behind

• Bridge the $2.3 billion special education funding gap to support all learners

• Support districts facing deficit budgets due to unfunded mandates and inflation

• Provide full-day Pre-K funding to build a strong educational foundation

• Allocate the $3.99 billion already budgeted for schools to meet urgent needs

• Texas public school teachers make an average of $7,612 less than the national average of $65,293, ranking Texas at number 27 in the country. The quality of our education system and the long-term viability of our economy are inextricably linked to the effectiveness and diversity of our teachers.

• Increase educator compensation to address critical teacher shortages

• Increase funding for health benefits for educators

• We strongly advocate for creating safe learning environments by empowering educators and parents to manage student behavior. Our approach balances firm accountability with collaborative intervention, recognizing that parents are crucial partners in shaping positive student conduct.

• By involving families in addressing and improving challenging behaviors—including temporary removal when necessary to protect others—we can foster a secure, respectful atmosphere that benefits all students and staff, ultimately enhancing educational outcomes for our entire school community.

• Enhance the school safety allotment beyond the current $10 per student.

• Fully fund state-mandated school safety measures, including on-campus peace officers.

• Increase transparency with checks and balances for new and expanding charter schools in high-performing districts.

• Reform the state’s assessment (STAAR) and accountability (A-F) systems to appropriately measure all factors influencing student performance and school ratings.

• Allow local school boards to approve locally developed assessments that hold schools accountable for continuous and ongoing student growth with at least three benchmarks throughout the year (beginning, middle, and end).

The Walnut Grove High School Choir Vocal Ensemble, led by Cathy Koziatek, delivered a performance for the school board.

11. B. Consideration and possible action regarding the adoption of 2025 Legislative Priorities

11. C. Consideration and possible action regarding the guaranteed maximum price for the replacement of Rucker Elementary

11. D. Consideration and possible action regarding the guaranteed maximum price for Elementary #21

14.A. Consideration and possible action regarding hiring contract personnel

A consent agenda shall include items of a routine and/or recurring nature grouped together under one action item. For each item listed as part of a consent agenda, the Board shall be furnished with background material.

The Board approved the Consent Agenda as presented.

10. A. Approve the minutes of prior meeting November 19, 2024 (regular)

10. B. Consideration and possible action regarding 2025 Public Information Act calendar

10. C. Consideration and possible action regarding new courses for the 2025-2026 school year

10. D. Consideration and possible action regarding multiple vendors for Job Order Contracting

There were 3 speakers during public comment.

• December 20 - Early Release
  
• December 23 - January 3 - Winter Break/School Holiday

• January 6 - Professional Learning/Student Holiday

• January 7 - Beginning of 3rd 9 weeks
  
• January 15 - First Day to File for a Place on the General Election Ballot
• January 20 - School Holiday
• January 21 - Regular School Board Meeting at 7:00 pm (Tuesday)
• February 14 - Professional Learning/Student Holiday/Last day to File for a Place on the General Election Ballot
• February 17 - Bad Weather Makeup Day
• February 18 - Regular School Board Meeting at 7:00 pm (Tuesday)

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The Prosper ISD Board of Trustees welcomes public comment at Board meetings. In order to provide an efficient process at the Board meetings, we ask that individuals complete the Public Comment Form and submit it no later than noon on the day of the meeting. The Notice of Meeting/Agenda is posted 72 hours in advance of the Board meeting.

From left, David Webb, Kelly Cavender, Garrett Linker, Tommy Van Wolfe, Vice President Dena Dixon, Secretary Jorden Dial, and President Bill Beavers.