- Greenville Independent School District
- School Board Meeting Recap
February 23, 2021
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