Here are the highlights from the February 23, 2021, School Board meeting:

• The meeting opened with the call to order, invocation by Pastor Candace Womack, United Presbyterian Church and pledge of allegiance lead by Ms. Jarvis' and Ms. Francois' Class -Travis Elementary/6th Grade Center.

Recognition

• Recognition of Texas All-State Choir Member - Michael Surface
• Recognition of All State Band Member - Angel Gonzalez
• Recognition of Suzuki Strings State Solo and Ensemble Contest Member - Mari Wilcock
• Recognition of Hero of Hope

Open forum for agenda-related items: There were no comments in open forum.

Comments from Individual Board Members: President Stafford congratulated board member Roger Livingston and his family on the birth of his new baby. 

Reports/Discussion Items

• Superintendent Dr. Demetrus Liggins gave a district news update.
• Report on district operations during COVID-19 pandemic 
• Teacher Input to School Board
• Receipt and First Reading of DBA (LOCAL) Policy
• Receipt and First Reading of TASB Update 116 affecting (LOCAL) Policies
• Finance Strategic Plan Update
• Budget Calendar
• Review 2021-2022 School Calendar
• Data in Review
• Update on District Facilities following Inclement Weather

Action/Discussion Items 

• The Board tabled Policy DEC (LOCAL) to allow for revision and future consideration
• The Board approved the schematic design for the GISD Transportation Facility Expansion Phase One with alternates added in
• The Board approved construction manager at risk as the construction delivery method for the GISD Transportation Facility Expansion
• The Board approved the construction delivery method for the purchase over $50,000 for the Indoor Facility Synthetic Turf
• The Board approved a Resolution in Support of Including Public School District Personnel in the Vaccine Allotment Panel's Definition of Non-Healthcare Workers
• The Board approved a Resolution to allow employees to be paid for days missed due to inclement weather
• The Board approved Certification of Completion of 2020-2021 Cybersecurity Training Requirements
• The Board tabled consideration to amend COVID-19 Safety Response Levels

Consent Agenda - the Board voted to approve the following items:

• Monthly Financial Report
• Purchasing Cooperative Participation Report for 2020-2021
• Consider Approval of Vendor List
• Consider Approval of Waiver of CPR Training Requirement for 2021 Graduating Seniors
• Board Minutes for January 19, 2021

Open forum for non-agenda items: 

Closed Session 

Future Agenda / Information Items

• Board Secretary Report

Future Meetings/Workshops

• Strategic Plan Update on Facilities and Technology

Adjournment