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SPECIAL_DISTRICT • Cooke COUNTY

Dan Doss

Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)

GAINESVILLE ISD

Elected Trustee, Place 4 for Gainesville ISD.

dstewart@gainesvilleisd.org(940) 665-4362

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Roll-Call Liberty Index

Freedom Score: 75.2/100

Statewide Rank: #4990 in Texas

Fiscal Restraint

75/100

Regulatory Restraint

75/100

Lone Dissents

0

Roll-Call Voting Record & Scorecard

Total Recorded Votes

161

Yes Votes

161 (100%)

No / Dissenting Votes

0 (0%)

Abstentions

0

Recorded Public Votes Log

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2025-12-15

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2025-12-15

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2025-12-15

Consider and Possible Approval of Engagement Letter for Financial Auditing Services with Hankins, Eastup, Deaton, Tonn, Seay, and Scarbrough for the 2025-2026 Financial Audit Presenter: Dr. Jon Hill, Director of Finance

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2025-12-15

Consider and Possible Acceptance of the GISD Annual Financial Audit - Year Ending August 31, 2025 Presenter: Shawn Nesmith with Hankins, Eastup, Deaton, Tonn, Seay and Scarborough, LLC.

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2025-12-15

Consider and Possible Approval of the ParentSquare Quote Presenter: Leslie Crutsinger, Director of Communications

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2025-12-15

Consider and Possible Approval of RFP for Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) method on Phase #2 of the 2025 Bond Projects Presenter: Joe Warren, Director of Maintenance and Operations

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2025-12-15

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2025-12-15

Minutes of Regular, November 17, 2025

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2025-12-15

Personnel Considerations-Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee, unless the officer or employee who is the subject of the deliberation or hearing requests an open hearing

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2025-12-15

Reconvene in Open Session for any Necessary Action on Items Discussed in Executive Session

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2025-12-15

Consider and Take Action on Hiring of Professional Personnel

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-01-20

Call to Order and Establish Quorum

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-01-20

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-01-20

Order Board of Trustees Election for May 2, 2026

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-01-20

Consider and Possible Approval of Targeted Improvement Plans for Edison Elementary, W.E. Chalmers Elementary, & Gainesville Junior High School and Local Improvement Plan for Gainesville Intermediate

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-01-20

Consider and Possible Approval of GISD Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) Handbook and GISD TIA Spending Plan Presenter: Dana Dudenhoeffer, Executive Director of Curriculum & Instruction

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-01-20

Consider and Possible Approval to Upgrade and Replace District Servers proposed by Resilient Presenter: Jordan Howard, Director of Technology

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-01-20

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-01-20

Minutes of Regular, December 15, 2025

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-01-20

Personnel Considerations - Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee, unless the officer or employee who is the subject of deliberation or hearing requests an open hearing

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-01-20

Discuss and Consider Possible Actions Taken Against Employee Contract Abandonment

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-01-20

Superintendent Evaluation and Contract

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-01-20

Reconvene in Open Session for any necessary action on items discussed in Executive Session

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-01-20

Consider and Take Action on Hiring of Professional Personnel

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-01-20

Consider and Take Action Regarding Employee Contract Abandonment

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-01-20

Consider and Possible Action Pertaining to the Superintendent's Contract Renewal/Extension and Compensation

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-02-17

Call to Order and Establish Quorum

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-02-17

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-02-17

Consider and Possible Approval of BTC Construction as CMAR for RFP #2026-1 Gainesville ISD Phase 2 Additions and Renovations Presenter: Joe Warren, Director of Maintenance and Operations

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-02-17

Consider and Possible Approval of the Encumberment of Phase #2 Bond Funds for a Partial Replacement of the Junior High Roof Presenter: Joe Warren, Director of Maintenance and Operations

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-02-17

Consider and Take Possible Action to Accept the Certification of Unopposed Candidates for the May 2, 2026 General Election Description: If no candidate files by the statutory filing deadline, including the deadline for write-in candidates, the Board may accept the certification of unopposed candidates and consider cancellation of the election in accordance with the Texas Election Code.

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-02-17

Consider and Take Possible Action to Adopt the Order of Cancellation for the May 2, 2026 General Election Description: If no candidate files by the statutory filing deadline, including the deadline for write-in candidates, the Board may accept the certification of unopposed candidates and consider cancellation of the election in accordance with the Texas Election Code.

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-02-17

Consider and Possible Approval of GISD 2026-2027 District Calendar Presenter: LaCreasha Stille, Assistant Superintendent of HR

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-02-17

Consider and Take Action on Adoption of Resolution Regarding Senate Bill 11 - Daily Prayer Time in Schools

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-02-17

Consider and Take Action on Senate Bill 546 - Seat Belts on School Buses

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-02-17

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-02-17

Minutes of Regular, January 20, 2026

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-02-17

Personnel Considerations - Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee, unless the officer or employee who is the subject of deliberation or hearing requests an open hearing

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-02-17

Contract Recommendations for Asst. Superintendent, Directors, Campus Principals, Coordinators and SPED Professional Personnel

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-02-17

Reconvene in Open Session for any Necessary Action on Items Discussed in Executive Session

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-02-17

Consider and Take Action on Contract Recommendations for Asst. Superintendent, Directors, Campus Principals, Coordinators and SPED Professional Personnel

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-03-17

Call to Order and Establish Quorum

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-03-17

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-03-17

Consider and Possible Approval of Instructional Materials Adoption Proclamation for Science K-12 Resources, Print and Digital Presenter: Dana Dudenhoeffer, Executive Director of Curriculum & Instruction

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-03-17

Consider and Possible Approval of RFP #260304 Awarded to Premiere Roofing Presenter: Joe Warren, Director of Maintenance and Operations

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-03-17

Approval of Order of Appointment for Election Judges and Alternates and Establishing Pay for Election Workers

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-03-17

Consider and Possible Approval of Voting Machine Rental Service Agreement - Cooke County

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-03-17

Consider and Possible Approval of Revision to DGA (LOCAL)

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-03-17

Consider and Possible Approval of FNA (LOCAL)

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-03-17

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-03-17

Minutes of Regular, February 17, 2026

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-03-17

Personnel Considerations - Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee, unless the officer or employee who is the subject of deliberation or hearing requests an open hearing

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-03-17

Contract Recommendations for Assistant Principals, Teachers, Counselors, Nurses, and Librarians

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-03-17

Reconvene in Open Session for any Necessary Action on Items Discussed in Executive Session

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-03-17

Consider and Take Action on Contract Recommendations for Assistant Principals, Teachers, Counselors, Nurses, and Librarians

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-03-17

Consider and Take Action Regarding Level III Grievance

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-03-20

Call to Order and Establish Quorum

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-03-20

Reconvene in Open Session for any necessary action on items discussed in Closed Session in accordance with Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-04-20

Call to Order and Establish Quorum

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-04-20

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-04-20

Consider and Possible Approval of the Replacement of One (1) 119 Gallon 399,999 BTU Main Campus Water Heater at GHS Presenter: Joe Warren, Director of Maintenance and Operations

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-04-20

Consider and Possible Approval of C&G Electric Buyboard Bid #733-24 to Utilize Phase #2 Bond Funds for a Partial Relocation/Replacement of Existing RTU Electrical Service on JHS Roof Presenter: Joe Warren, Director of Maintenance and Operations

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-04-20

Consider and Possible Approval of the Phase#1 Bond Projects Guaranteed Maximum Pricing (GMP) Provided by BTC Presenter: Joe Warren, Director of Maintenance and Operations

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-04-20

Consider and Possible Approval of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between Education Service Center Region 11 and Gainesville ISD for School Improvement Support Grant (SI CISG) Presenter: Dana Dudenhoeffer, Executive Director of Curriculum & Instruction

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-04-20

Consider and Possible Approval of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between Education Service Center Region 11 and Gainesville ISD for Leadership and Instructional Foundations for Texas Grant (LIFT Grant) Presenter: Dana Dudenhoeffer, Executive Director of Curriculum & Instruction

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-04-20

Consider and Possible Approval of Scholastic Education Solutions Quote to Purchase Take-Home Books for the GISD Summer Reading Initiative Presenter: Vonda McFarlin, Instructional Coordinator

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-04-20

Consider and Possible Approval of Partnership Agreement Between Communities in Schools of North Texas (CISNT) and Gainesville ISD for 2026-2027

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-04-20

Consider and Possible Approval of the School Nutrition Programs Food Service Management Company Contract for School Year 2026-2027

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-04-20

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-04-20

Minutes of Regular, March 17, 2026

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-04-20

Personnel Considerations - Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee, unless the officer or employee who is the subject of deliberation or hearing requests an open hearing

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-04-20

Teacher Contract Recommendations

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-04-20

Reconvene in Open Session for any necessary action on items discussed in Executive Session

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-04-20

Consider and Take Action on Teacher Contract Recommendations

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-04-20

Consider and Take Action on Hiring of Professional Personnel

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-05-13

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-05-19

Call to order and Establish Quorum

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-05-19

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-05-19

Consider and Possible Approval of Engagement Letter for Financial Auditing Services with Hankins, Eastup, Deaton, Tonn, Seay, and Scarbrough for the 2025-2026 Financial Audit Presenter: Dr. Jon Hill, Director of Finance

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-05-19

Consider and Possible Approval of the Replacement of the Third and Final 399,999 BTU Water Heater at the High School Presenter: Joe Warren, Director of Maintenance and Operations

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-05-19

Consider and Possible Approval of the Geotex Engineering Proposals for Materials Testing of Phase #1 Bond Projects Presenter: Joe Warren, Director of Maintenance and Operations

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-05-19

Consider and Possible Approval to Renew Interlocal Agreement for the Education of Students Residing within Sivells Bend Independent School District Presenter: Dr. Des Stewart, Superintendent

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-05-19

Consider and Possible Approval of GISD 2026-2027 Contracted Services with ESC Region 11 Presenter: Dr. Des Stewart, Superintendent

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-05-19

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-05-19

Minutes of Regular, April 20, 2026

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-05-19

Minutes of Special, Canvass of General Election, May 13, 2026

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-05-19

Personnel Considerations - Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee, unless the officer or employee who is the subject of deliberation or hearing requests an open hearing

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-05-19

Reconvene in Open Session for Any Necessary Action on Items Discussed in Executive Session

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-05-19

Consider and Take Action on Hiring of Professional Personnel

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-06-15

Intruder Detection Audit (IDA) Results 2025-2026 Description: 100% campus pass rate, 0 findings and 0 corrective actions

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-06-15

Call to Order and Establish Quorum

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-06-15

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-06-15

Consider and Possible Approval of RFP #260519 - Junior High Library Furniture Proposal from Hertz Furniture Presenter: Dr. Jon Hill, Director of Finance

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-06-15

Consider and Possible Approval of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between Education Service Center Region 11 and Gainesville ISD for Reading Academies Local Implementation Presenter: Dana Dudenhoeffer, Executive Director of Curriculum & Instruction

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-06-15

Consider and Possible Approval of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between Education Service Center Region 11 and Gainesville ISD for Reading Academies - Bilingual Pathway Presenter: Dana Dudenhoeffer, Executive Director of Curriculum & Instruction

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-06-15

Consider and Possible Approval of Policy Update 127 Affecting Local Policies Presenter: Dr. Des Stewart, Superintendent

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-06-15

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-06-15

Minutes of Regular, May 19, 2026

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-06-15

Personnel Considerations - Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee, unless the officer or employee who is the subject of deliberation or hearing requests an open hearing

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-06-15

Reconvene in Open Session for any Necessary Action on Items Discussed in Executive Session

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-06-15

Consider and Take Action on Hiring of Professional Personnel

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-06-15

Call to Order and Establish Quorum

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-07-20

Call to Order and Establish Quorum

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-07-20

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-07-20

Consider and Possible Approval of the Gainesville ISD 2026-2031 Strategic Plan Presenter: Blake Enlow, TSL Executive Coach, ESC Region 11 Description: Developed through the Texas Strategic Leadership Process

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-07-20

Consider and Possible Approval of the Replacement of the Main Water Line at Gainesville Junior High School (GJHS) Main Campus Presenter: Joe Warren, Director of Maintenance and Operations

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-07-20

Consider and Possible Approval of the Replacement of the Engineered Wood Fiber Fall Zone at Edison, Chalmers, and Intermediate Campuses Presenter: Joe Warren, Director of Maintenance and Operations

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-07-20

Consider and Possible Approval of the 2026-2027 Teacher Pay Scale Presenter: Amber Rains, Director of HR, Federal Programs, Bilingual/ESL

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-07-20

Consider and Possible Approval to Designate a Board Member as the Official Voting Delegate for the 2026 Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) Delegate Assembly Presenter: Dr. Des Stewart, Superintendent

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-07-20

Consider and Possible Approval of Resolution for Extracurricular Status of 4-H Organization and Adjunct Faculty Agreement Presenter: Dr. Des Stewart, Superintendent

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-07-20

Consider and Possible Approval of a Resolution Declining Participation by Non-Enrolled (Homeschooled) Students in University Interscholastic League (UIL) Activities Presenter: Dr. Des Stewart, Superintendent

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-07-20

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-07-20

Minutes of Regular, June 15, 2026

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-07-20

Minutes of Budget Workshop, June 15, 2026

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-07-20

Personnel Considerations - Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee, unless the officer or employee who is the subject of deliberation or hearing requests an open hearing

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-07-20

Reconvene in Open Session for any Necessary Action on Items Discussed in Executive Session

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-07-20

Consider and Take Action on Hiring of Professional Personnel

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-08-03

Call to Order and Establish Quorum

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-08-17

Personnel Considerations - Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee, unless the officer or employee who is the subject of deliberation or hearing requests an open hearing

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-08-17

Reconvene in Open Session for any necessary action on items discussed in Executive Session

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-08-17

Consider and Take Action on Hiring of Professional Personnel

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-08-17

Call to Order and Establish Quorum

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-08-17

Public Hearing to Discuss 2026-2027 Budget and Proposed Tax Rate Description: Citizens that desire to speak to the board concerning the 2026-2027 budget and tax rate will be allowed 5 minutes of discussion.

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-08-17

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-08-17

Consider and Possible Approval to Adopt the 2026-2027 Tax Rates Presenter: Spencer Davis, MBA, RTSBA, Director of School Finance, ESC Region 11

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-08-17

Consider and Possible Approval of 2027 Cooke County Appraisal District Budget Presenter: Spencer Davis, MBA, RTSBA, Director of School Finance, ESC Region 11

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-08-17

Consider and Possible Approval of District Property and Casualty Insurance Presenter: Spencer Davis, MBA, RTSBA, Director of School Finance, ESC Region 11

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-08-17

Consider and Possible Approval to Adopt the 2025-2026 Final Budget Amendment Presenter: Spencer Davis, MBA, RTSBA, Director of School Finance, ESC Region 11

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-08-17

Consider Approval of Proposed Employer Medical Contributions for the 2026-2027 school year Presenter: Amber Rains, Director of HR, Federal Programs, Bilingual/ESL

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-08-17

Consider and Possible Approval of the GISD 2026-2027 Compensation Plan for PP1-PP7 Presenter: Amber Rains, Director of HR, Federal Programs, Bilingual/ESL

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-08-17

Consider and Possible Approval of Addendum to the 2026-2027 School Calendar Presenter: Amber Rains, Director of HR, Federal Programs, Bilingual/ESL

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-08-17

Consider and Possible Approval of the Gainesville Education Foundation Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Presenter: Dr. Des Stewart, Superintendent

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-08-17

Consider and Possible Approval of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Prairie View A&M University and GISD for Employee Graduate Admission into the PVAMU Principal Certification Program. Presenter: Dr. Des Stewart, Superintendent

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-08-17

Consider and Possible Approval of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Prairie View A&M University and GISD for Employee Graduate Admission into the PVAMU Counseling Program Presenter: Dr. Des Stewart, Superintendent

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-08-17

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-08-17

Minutes of Regular July 20, 2026

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-08-17

Minutes of Special-Budget Workshop #2 August 3, 2026

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-08-17

Consider and Possible Approval of Memorandum of Understanding Between Denton County Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program (JJAEP) and Gainesville ISD

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-09-21

Call to Order and Establish Quorum

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-09-21

Public Testimony Regarding Texas Education Code § 39.008 Annual Certification Description: Opportunity for members of the public to provide testimony regarding the District's annual certification of compliance with Texas Education Code § 39.008, as enacted by Senate Bill 12 (89th Legislature). Each speaker will be allowed five (5) minutes for discussion.

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-09-21

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-09-21

Consider and Possible Approval of the Annual Certification of Compliance with Texas Education Code § 39.008, as Enacted by Senate Bill 12 (89th Legislature) Presenter: Dr. Des Stewart, Superintendent

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-09-21

Consider and Possible Approval of the Removal and Addition of an Authorized Representative for First State Bank Presenter: Dr. Des Stewart, Superintendent

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-09-21

Consider and Possible Approval of GISD 2026-2027 Contracted Services with ESC Region 11 Addendum Presenter: Dr. Des Stewart, Superintendent

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-09-21

Consider and Possible Approval to Accept the Resolution Recognizing October 14, 2026, as Texas Education Human Resources Day Throughout the District Presenter: Dr. Des Stewart, Superintendent

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-09-21

Consider and Possible Approval of Region 9 ESC and GISD Special Education Services Memorandum of Understanding 2026–2027 Presenter: Mary Flanagan, Director of Special Services

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-09-21

Consider and Possible Approval of the Texas Incentive Allotment (TIA) Handbook and Spending Plan Presenter: Dana Dudenhoeffer, Executive Director of Curriculum & Instruction

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-09-21

Consider and Possible Approval of the 2026–2027 GISD District Improvement Plan Presenter: Amber Rains, Director of HR, Federal Programs, Bilingual/ESL

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-09-21

Consider and Possible Approval of GISD Student Code of Conduct 2026–2027 Presenter: Amber Rains, Director of HR, Federal Programs, Bilingual/ESL

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-09-21

Consider and Possible Approval of GISD Student Handbook 2026–2027 Presenter: Amber Rains, Director of HR, Federal Programs, Bilingual/ESL

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-09-21

Consider and Possible Approval of Phase 2–2025 Bond Guaranteed Maximum Pricing (GMP) for BTC Construction Presenter: Joe Warren, Director of Maintenance and Operations

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-09-21

Consider and Possible Approval of the McDaniel HVAC TIPS Quote for the Replacement of the Junior High P.E. Gym 30-Ton HVAC RTU Presenter: Joe Warren, Director of Maintenance and Operations

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-09-21

Consider and Possible Approval of the Apex Flooring Services TIPS Quote for the Replacement of the Classroom Flooring at Edison Elementary Presenter: Joe Warren, Director of Maintenance and Operations

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-09-21

Consider and Possible Approval of the Terrell Painting and Wallcovering TIPS Quote for the Classroom Mold Remediation Build-back/Paint in 39 Classrooms at Edison Elementary Presenter: Joe Warren, Director of Maintenance and Operations

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-09-21

Consider and Possible Approval of the Farmer Environmental Group Invoice for the Indoor Air Quality (Mold) and Asbestos Consulting Services in Conjunction with the Mold Remediation and asbestos Abatement at Edison Elementary Presenter: Joe Warren, Director of Maintenance and Operations

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-09-21

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-09-21

Minutes of Regular, August 17, 2026

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-09-21

Minutes of Special, August 3, 2026 Budget Workshop

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-09-21

Personnel Considerations – Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee, unless the officer or employee who is the subject of the deliberation or hearing requests an open hearing

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-09-21

Reconvene in Open Session for any Necessary Action on Items Discussed in Executive Session

VOTED: YESOutcome: PASSED (7-0)

2026-09-21

Consider and Take Action on Hiring of Professional Personnel