Pasadena ISD Board Reports 2024-2025 School Year by Pasadena ISD

BOARD NEWS

JANUARY 24, 2025 REGULAR BOARD MEETING

A GLANCE AT THE DECISIONS OF THE PASADENA ISD BOARD OF TRUSTEES

THE BOARD SAYS FAREWELL TO THE LATE VICKIE MORGAN

2024-2025 BOARD OF TRUSTEES

President Casey Phelan

Vice President

Kenny Fernandez

Secretary Crystal Davila

Assistant Secretary Paola Gonzalez

Member

Marshall Kendrick

Member

Nelda Sullivan

Superintendent Dr. DeeAnn Powell

The Pasadena Independent School District mourns the loss of board member Victoria “Vickie” Morgan, whose thirtynine year tenure left an indelible mark on the community. Elected in 1986 as the first woman on the Pasadena ISD Board of Trustees, Morgan rose from a homeroom mom to a dedicated public servant, holding the Place seven seat for nearly four decades. During her twelve terms, she helped the district achieve significant milestones, including earning TASA/TASB Honor Board recognition four

Her tenure spanned five decades, two centuries, and two millennia, during which she worked with twenty-three board members, collaborated with five superintendents, and cast pivotal votes to hire four of them. Morgan served as a board officer for twentyseven years, including eight terms as president, nine as vice president, and five each as secretary and assistant Secretary.

SCHOOL BOARD RECOGNITION MONTH

The seven-member Pasadena ISD Board of Trustees meets regularly once a month at 7 p.m. in the Board Room of the Administration Building at 3920 Mickey Gilley Blvd. The meetings are open to the public. Call 713-740-0243 for more information. See the website for complete agenda and approved minutes at www.pasadenaisd.org

January was School Board Recognition Month, and Pasadena ISD honored its board of trustees for their dedication and commitment to the district and its students. The theme of this year’s School Board Recognition Month is “Leadership for Tomorrow’s Texas,” which highlights the board’s commitment to creating meaningful educational experiences and opportunities that prepare students for college, careers, and beyond. The Pasadena ISD Board of Trustees were highlighted at the regular January meeting, where Dr. DeeAnn Powell, Superintendent, commended the trustees for their devotion and commitment to the students and staff. A short video was played from various schools across the district, giving thanks to the board of trustees for their diligence and importance over the years.

Sheena Childs, of Community Relations for Commissioner Adrian Garcia, Precinct 2, presented trustees with certificates in appreciation of School Board Recognition Month.

BOARD NEWS

The board of trustees approved the following:

PERSONNEL

Gillam for the position of Assistant Principal at Pasadena High School for the remainder of the 2024-2025 school year.

Dania Garza for the Counselor position at Moore Elementary for the remainder of the 2024-2025 school year.

Pena for the Diagnostician position in the Special Education Department for the remainder of the 2024-2025 school year.

Mariana Diaz for the Counselor District Support position in the Curriculum and Instruction Department for the remainder of the 2024-2025 school year.

• Talisa Arroyo for the position of Speech Language Pathologist in the Special Education Department for the remainder of the 2024-2025 school year.

• Travis Stent for the position of Assistant Principal at Jackson Intermediate for the remainder of the 2024-2025 school year.

• Amy Campos for the position of Counselor District Support for the Curriculum and Instruction Department for the remainder of the 2024-2025 school year.

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Jennifer

BOARD NEWS

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SPOTLIGHT

Director of Emergency Management, Derek Duckett, presented an overview of Pasadena ISD’s emergency management resources, procedures, and effective safety measures. Key points included the district’s comprehensive training and drills, such as standard response protocols and state-required drills. The Safe School Ambassadors program, which aims to prevent bullying, is expanding to all grade levels. Physical and technical security measures, including the Centegix Crisis Alert system and an anonymous reporting tool, were highlighted. Regular safety audits and assessments, including the recent TEA District Vulnerability Assessment meant to ensure ongoing safety and security for all students and staff which was completed on January 16, 2025.

EDUCATIONAL

• Emergency Management Spotlight - Presentation by Derek Duckett, Emergency Management Director

• Approval of Career and Technical Education students to participate in national competitions

• Approval of cooperative agreement with San Angelo State University and Pasadena ISD for clinical teaching placement

• Approval of University of Houston-Clear Lake Work Study Agreement for the 2024-2029 school years

• Approval to extend the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with San Jacinto College regarding Dual Credit programs through July 31, 2026

• Approval to request a waiver from Texas Education Agency to provide remote conferencing instruction for a student receiving specially designed instruction and homebound services

• Approval of Antenna Site Lease Agreement with Diamond Towers V, LLC for the existing monopole tower located at 2323 Theta Street, Houston, Texas 77034

• Approval of the agreement between Pasadena Independent School District and Memorial Hermann Community Benefit Corporation (MHCBC) to facilitate and promote access to services through the establishment and operation of one or more health clinics located on the premises of the school campuses identified on Exhibit A

• Approval of the 2025 No Kid Hungry School Nutrition grant award in the amount of $50,000

• Approval of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice Cybersecurity Mitigation Grant in the amount of $379,832.12

• Approval of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice Cybersecurity Governance and Planning Project Grant in the amount of $46,009

• Approval of the required resolutions for the Criminal Justice Division of the Texas Office of the Governor grant applications

• Approval for V. W. Miller Intermediate’s 7th & 8th grade students to travel to Washington, D.C. from March 5, 2026, through March 8, 2026

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• Approval for Thompson Intermediate students to travel to Keystone, Colorado to attend the Keystone Science School, October 4-10, 2025

• Approval of Bondy Intermediate’s 8th grade US History students to travel to Washington, D.C. & New York City from March 5, 2026, through March 11, 2026

• Approval for J. Frank Dobie High School JROTC team members to travel to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to participate in the Oklahoma State Drill Championships, February 13-16, 2025

OPERATIONS

• Approval of the Blanket Electrical Service Easements to CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric, LLC. for the new Jessup Elementary School Replacement Project in the amount of $1.00

• Approval of a design services agreement to LTY Engineers for the 2022 Bond Hydronic Piping Replacement at Burnett and Frazier Elementary Schools Project in the amount of $119,000 and a total project budget of $2,000,000

• Approval of construction contract with Millennium Project Solutions for the 2022 Bond Maguire Baseball Field LED Lights Retrofit Project in the amount of $965,000

• Approval of final change order no. 002 for the Guidance Center Conversion to Nutrition Services Project in the credit amount of $72,142.93

• Approval of final change order no. 02 for the districtwide 2022 Bond Water Fountain Retrofits to Bottle Filling Stations Project in the credit amount of $15,198.08

• Approval of Allowance Expenditure Authorization (AEA) No. 10 for the 2022 Bond Plumbing Upgrades Group 1, Package 1 Project in the credit amount of $4,750

• Approval of Allowance Expenditure Authorization (AEA) No. 09 for the 2022 Bond New Parks Elementary School Replacement Project in the amount of $77,593

• Approval of Allowance Expenditure Authorization (AEA) No. 11 for the 2022 Bond New Parks Elementary School Replacement Project in the amount of $77,294

• Approval of Allowance Expenditure Authorization (AEA) No. 001 for the 2022 Bond New Bailey Elementary School Replacement Project in the credit amount of $21,565

• Approval of Allowance Expenditure Authorization (AEA) No. A-021 for the 2017 Bond Transportation Center Replacement Project in the amount of $61,925

• Approval of Allowance Expenditure Authorization (AEA) No. A-034 for the 2017 Bond Transportation Center Replacement Project in the amount of $157,606

JANUARY 24, 2025 REGULAR

FINANCIAL

• Approval of of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for 2023-2024 school year

• Approval of budget amendments for November 2024

• Approval of budget amendments for December 2024

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Next Regular Board Meeting: Tuesday, February 25, 2025

COMMUNICATION

Deputy

BOARD NEWS

PASADENA ISD RECONGIZES MCDONALDS TEXAS INVITATIONAL LEADER

Each year, over 300 volunteers from Pasadena ISD contributed to the success of the McDonald’s Texas Invitational Basketball Tournament. Some worked during the event, while others dedicated their efforts year-round. The Steering Committee honors an individual who went above and beyond to ensure the smooth operation of the tournament. In 2024, we proudly recognized Bruce Stone as the recipient of the Barry Harris Extra Effort Award. Stone was instrumental in designing logos, t-shirts, program covers, and posters, and assisted with nearly every printed and online document for the tournament. He also managed the tournament webpage, updating information regularly. During the event, Stone tirelessly updated scores and brackets in our (MTI app), often working late into the night. Dr. Kirk Lewis

frequently contacted Stone at odd hours for assistance, to which Stone always responded promptly and without complaint. Despite balancing a full-time job, Stone dedicated his time from home and on weekends to support the tournament. We were deeply grateful for his years of dedication and were delighted to present him with this well-deserved award.

The board of trustees approved the following:

PERSONNEL

Kelsi Lauprecht for the position of Nutrition Services Operations Coordinator in Child Nutrition for the remainder of the 2024-2025 school year.

BOARD NEWS

A GLANCE AT THE DECISIONS OF THE PASADENA ISD BOARD OF TRUSTEES

DESIGN DEVELOPMENT PHASE APPROVED FOR NEW SOFTBALL COMPLEX

2024-2025 BOARD OF TRUSTEES

President Casey Phelan

Vice President Kenny Fernandez

Secretary Crystal Davila

Assistant Secretary Paola Gonzalez

Member

Marshall Kendrick

Member Vickie Morgan

Member

Nelda Sullivan

Superintendent

Dr. DeeAnn Powell

The development of a new softball complex at the former Pasadena ISD administration building site is progressing with the board approving the design development phase at this month’s meeting. Roger Brownlow of Cre8 Architects presented a 3-D rendering of the new complex, along with a proposed schedule and cost estimate. The design includes three playing fields, over 300 parking spaces, and plenty of seating for fans. Construction is scheduled to begin in May 2025 and completed by May 2026.

NEW PASADENA HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL ANNOUNCED

After five years of service as Pasadena High School’s principal and 31 years with Pasadena ISD, Laura Gomez officially passed the torch at this month’s board meeting. The board approved Steven Friend as the new principal following Gomez’s retirement in December. Staff members showed their support as they celebrated Friend with cheers and by wearing Eagle Green to honor this new legacy. With 12 years of service in Pasadena ISD and three years as Assistant Principal at Pasadena High, Friend is ready to take on this new role for the remainder of the school year and beyond.

BOARD NEWS

The board of trustees approved the following: PERSONNEL

Friend for

EDUCATIONAL

• Discussion with the Texas Association of School Board consultant regarding superintendent search process and search schedule calendarGeorge Cazanas, TASB Consultant

• Approval of the renewal of the On-Site Clinic, CSP #20P-032LP for a cost of $792,623 to be paid through the health fund

• Approval of the renewal of the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) CSP #20P-050LP for a cost of $90,780

• Approval of the Renewal of Medical and Rx Stop Loss Coverage SelfFunded Health Plan, CSP #23P-008LL, to Aetna Life Insurance Company for a cost of $2,970,994 to be paid through the health fund

• Approval of award for Self-Funded Health Plan ASO Medical Product Services, CSP#21P-016LP to Aetna Life Insurance Company for a Cost of $1,765,874 for fiscal year 2025

• Grants Department Spotlight - Presentation by Olivia Smith-Daugherty

• Approval of a second interlocal agreement between Pasadena Independent School District and Texas Woman’s University for internship and externship with no financial implication for additional students

• Approval of the 2024-2025 satellite site contract for the Region 4 Regional Day School Program for the Deaf in the amount of $1,670,860.00 to be paid with local funds

• Approval of the 2024-2025 21st Century Community Learning Centers, Cycle 12, Year 2 continuation grant award in the amount of $2,000,000

• Approval of the 2024-2025 Harris County Department of Education CASE for Kids Partnership grant award for Frazier Elementary in the amount of $30,000 and the corresponding interlocal agreement

• Approval of two (2) additional support counselor positions for the School-Based Mental Health Services Grant

FINANCIAL

• Approval of budget amendments for October 2024

OPERATIONS

• Approval of the Design Development Phase for the New Softball Complex Replacement ProjectPresentation by Roger Brownlow, Cre8 Architects.

• Approval of Allowance Expenditure Authorization (AEA) No. 013 for the 2022 Bond CTE Classroom and Lab Improvements Project at Sam Rayburn High School in the credit amount of $3,931.91

• Approval of Allowance Expenditure Authorization (AEA) No. 014 for the 2022 Bond CTE Classroom and Lab Improvements Project at Sam Rayburn High School in the amount of $33,830.75

• Approval of an HVAC Testing and Balancing Services Agreement with National Precisionaire, LLC for the 2022 Bond New Williams Elementary School Replacement Project in the amount of $66,500

Steven

the position of Principal at Pasadena High School for the remainder of the 2024-2025 school year.

BOARD NEWS

• Approval of a Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) Commissioning Services Agreement with McKinstry Essention, LLC for the 2022 Bond New Williams Elementary School Replacement Project in the amount of $70,000

• Approval of a Material Testing Services Agreement with Raba Kistner, Inc. for the 2022 Bond New Williams Elementary School Replacement Project in the amount of $134,725

• Approval of Allowance Expenditure Authorization (AEA) No. A-025 for the 2017 Bond Transportation Center Replacement Project in the amount of $39,981

• Approval of Allowance Expenditure Authorization (AEA) No. A-026 for the 2017 Bond Transportation Center Replacement Project in the credit amount of $4,360

• Approval of Allowance Expenditure Authorization (AEA) No. A-032 for the 2017 Bond Transportation Center Replacement Project in the amount of $49,364

• Approval of Allowance Expenditure Authorization (AEA) No. 08 for the 2022 Bond New Parks Elementary School Replacement Project in the amount of $53,603

• Approval of Final Change Order No. 001 for the 2022 Bond Roof Replacements Package 1 Project in the credit amount of $5,284.50

• Approval of Allowance Expenditure Authorization (AEA) No. 004 for the 2022 Bond Roof Replacements Package 2 Project at Burnett Elementary School in the credit amount of $5,906.53

• Approval of Final Change Order No. 001 for the 2022 Bond Roof Replacements Package 2 Project in the credit amount of $378,415.23

• Approval of Allowance Expenditure Authorization (AEA) No. 10 for the 2022 Bond HVAC Replacement Group 1, Package 1 Project at Frazier Elementary School, and Burnett Elementary School in the amount of $29,668.23

• Approval of a non-professional services contract between PISD and the City of Pasadena for summer camp transportation services

• Approval to restructure the Bond Program Management Team to meet the needs of the district. Reclassification of the Bond Project Controls Manager to Bond Program Manager, Data Governance and Reporting E06 position to be paid by the Bond Program Management Budget (CONTINUED)

• Approval of the conveyance of a storm sewer easement, located at the northeast property line of the Maintenance, Operations and Warehouse Facility, adjacent to South Shaver Street

• Approval of Change Order No. 001 for the 2022 Bond Safety & Security Project in the amount of $1,220,000

MISCELLANEOUS

• Approval on the adoption of a resolution casting votes for candidates of its choice to be appointed to serve on the Board of Directors of the Harris Central Appraisal District

Next Regular Board Meeting: Tuesday, January 21, 2024 Scan to view photos:

COMMUNICATION & PRINTING DEPARTMENT

Deputy Superintendent for Governance, Operations & School Services Dr. Troy McCarley

Director of

Communication & Printing Art Del Barrio

Communication Coordinator Bruce Stone

Communication Coordinator Gustavo Trevino

Communication Specialist

Olivia Janney

Communication Specialist Avery Davis

Communication Specialist Kourtney Jones

Multimedia Specialist

Rob Smith

BOARD NEWS

A GLANCE AT THE DECISIONS OF THE PASADENA ISD BOARD OF TRUSTEES

AMERICA’S HEALTHIEST SCHOOLS AWARD

2024-2025

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

President Casey Phelan

Vice President

Kenny Fernandez

Secretary Crystal Davila

Assistant Secretary Paola Gonzalez

Member

Marshall Kendrick

Member

Vickie Morgan

Member

Nelda Sullivan

Superintendent

Dr. DeeAnn Powell

Pasadena ISD Health & PE Coordinators, Amber Macneish and Alise Neff, announced that the Alliance for a Healthier Generation named 13 Pasadena ISD campuses as America’s Healthiest Schools for their dedication to health during the 2023-2024 school year. These schools excelled in areas such as strengthening social-emotional health & learning, cultivating staff well-being, increasing family & community engagement, improving nutrition & food access, implementing local school wellness policies, bolstering physical education & activity, enriching health education, promoting tobacco-free schools, and supporting school health services. This annual recognition honors schools for implementing best practices to support the health of students, staff, and families. Eight hundred and seventy-nine schools across 30 states were awarded this year.

• Bailey Elementary

• Fisher Elementary

• Gardens Elementary

• Genoa Elementary,

• L.F. Smith Elementary

• Parks Elementary

• Red Bluff Elementary

• Sparks Elementary

• Turner Elementary

• Keller Middle School

• Miller Intermediate

• Pasadena High School,

• Sam Rayburn High

PASADENA ISD EARNS ENERGY STAR

Since partnering with Cenergistic, Pasadena ISD has achieved a 24% reduction in energy use, lowering expected energy costs and continuing to grow savings as the program is refined. In 2024, the district’s energy conservation efforts earned ENERGY STAR certification for 11 campuses, marking the fourth consecutive year of national recognition from the Environmental Protection Agency. This certification is awarded to buildings performing in the top 25% nationwide for energy efficiency and meeting strict ventilation standards, making it the only U.S. certification based on verified energy performance. The ENERGY STAR program highlights PISD’s strong commitment to energy conservation. The schools include: Beverly Hills Intermediate, Dobie 9, The Frank Braden Center, Golden Acres Elementary, Kendrick Middle, L. F. Smith Elementary, Moore Elementary, Pomeroy Elementary, Red Bluff Elementary, Sparks Elementary, and Teague Elementary.

BOARD NEWS

The board of trustees approved the following:

PERSONNEL

Rachel Siegner was approved for the position of Counselor at Pasadena Memorial High School for the 2024-2025 school year.

EDUCATIONAL

Tiffany Davis was approved for the position of Grants Compliance Coordinator for the 2024-2025 school school year.

• The Memorandum of Understanding between Pasadena ISD and AVANCE-Houston, Inc. in the amount of $48,000

FINANCIAL

• An order authorizing the issuance of Pasadena Independent School District unlimited tax refunding bonds in one or more series; setting certain parameters for the bonds; authorizing a pricing officer to approve the amount, the interest rate, price, including the terms thereof, and other matters related thereto

• The 2024-2025 Financial Compliance schedule

• Budget amendments for September 2024

OPERATIONS

• The design services agreement with Salas O’Brien Engineers for the 2022 Bond HVAC priority chiller replacements at Miller IS & Golden Acres ES in the amount of $70,000 and a total project budget of $1,070,000

• Design services agreement with GPD Group The 2022 Bond CTE Culinary Arts High Schools Project at Sam Rayburn HS, South Houston HS, Pasadena Memorial HS, and Dobie HS, in the amount of $243,750 and a total project budget of $3,600,000.

BOARD NEWS

• A design services agreement to LTY Engineers for the 2022 Bond CTE Welding Lab Improvements at Pasadena High School Project in the amount of $29,890 and a total project budget of $456,890.

• Allowance Expenditure Authorization (AEA) No. 011 for the 2022 Bond CTE Classroom and Lab Improvements Project in the amount of $28,961.38

• Allowance Expenditure Authorization (AEA) No. 07 for the 2022 Bond New Parks Elementary School Replacement Project in the amount of $32,333

• The conveyance of a CenterPoint Energy sidewalk easement to Pasadena ISD, located within a right of way at South Houston High School in the amount of ten dollars

MISCELLANEOUS

• Settlement Agreement and Release of All Claims, Allison T., b/n/f Nhia and Blia T. v. Pasadena ISD, Texas Education Agency DOCKET NO. 018-SE-0924, SOAH DOCKET NO. 701-25-01156, and related actions

Next Regular Board Meeting:

Tuesday, November 19, 2024

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& PRINTING DEPARTMENT

Deputy Superintendent for Governance, Operations & School Services Dr. Troy McCarley

Director of

Communication & Printing

Art Del Barrio

Communication Coordinator

Bruce Stone

Communication Coordinator Gustavo Trevino

Communication Specialist

Olivia Janney

Communication Specialist

Avery Davis

Communication Specialist Kourtney Jones

Multimedia Specialist

Rob Smith

Design Specialist

Lori Grande

Production Specialist

Rosie Lopez Communication Clerk Colton Hinson

Printshop Manager

Curtis Smith

BOARD NEWS

A GLANCE AT THE DECISIONS OF THE PASADENA ISD BOARD OF TRUSTEES

PASADENA ISD HONORS STUDENT LEADERSHIP TEAMS

2024-2025 BOARD OF TRUSTEES

President Casey Phelan

Vice President

Kenny Fernandez

Secretary Crystal Davila

Assistant Secretary Paola Gonzalez

Member

Marshall Kendrick

Member

Vickie Morgan

Member

Nelda Sullivan

Superintendent

Dr. DeeAnn Powell

At the Pasadena ISD school board meeting on Sept. 26, the district recognized campuses that have been developing student leadership teams. A total of 17 campuses across the district received the TEPSA Student Leadership Award, which honors teams demonstrating exceptional leadership, dedication, and a commitment to positive change. Additionally, Young Elementary, Sparks Elementary, Teague Elementary, and Fred Roberts Middle School were recognized for receiving the 2024 American Student Council Association School of Excellence award. The following school’s were recognized for recieving the TEPSA Student Leadership Award:

• Burnett Elementary

• Genoa Elementary

• Jensen Elmentary

• Kruse Elementary

• L.F. Smith Elementary

• Moore Elementary

• Pearl Hall Elementary

• Carter Lomax Middle School

• Bobby Shaw Middle School

• Marshall Kenderick Middle School

• Morris Middle School

• Milstead Middle School

• Nelda Sullivan Middle School

• Adella Young Elementary

• Teague Elementary

• Sparks Elementary

• Fred Roberts Middle School

HASSON HALLWAY AT PARKVIEW

At Park View Intermediate, the main hallway will be named “Hasson Hallway” in honor of Dr. Robert Hasson, who dedicated 23 years of service to Pasadena ISD. Dr. Hasson served as principal of Park View for 17 years and as assistant principal for 3 years, making a lasting impact on the school and its community. The dedication recognizes his commitment and contributions to education within the district.

BOARD NEWS

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CTE AWARDS TWO OUTSTANDING PARTNERS AND RAYBURN TEACHERS

Career and Technical Education recognized key contributors on Tuesday night. PSO Supervisor Preston Moody of the Pasadena Police Department received the Business-Education Partnership Award for his efforts in student recruitment, certification mentorship, and involvement in CTE competitions. Cristina Womack, President and CEO of the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce, earned the Champion for CTE Award for her leadership in supporting CTE initiatives, including job fairs and fundraising events. Sam Rayburn High School’s Agriculture Mechanics program, led by David Gutierrez and Noah Schramm-Phelps, received the CTE Showcase of Excellence Award after winning four GRAND CHAMPION titles at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Industrial Craft Competition.

PERSONNEL

Board of Trustees approved the following:

Gladis Garcia was approved for the position of Counselor at Shaw Middle School for the 2024-2025 school year.

Paul Martinez was approved for the position of Counselor at Guidance Center for the 2024-2025 school year.

The board of trustees approved the following items:

EDUCATIONAL

• The board resolution to adopt a good cause exception for House Bill 3-armed security

• The Memorandum of Understanding with AVANCEHouston Early Head Start Program for the 20242025 school year

Christoper Puente was approved for the position of Multilingual Coordintor for Curriculum & Instruction for the 2024-2025 school year.

• Partnership between the Pasadena Independent School District and Harris County Public Health and Environmental Services (HCPHES) for implementation of Super Smile Savers Program

• A School Affiliation Agreement between Pasadena ISD and HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast

BOARD NEWS

The board of trustees approved the following items:

• A Clinical Affiliation Agreement between Texas Woman’s University and Pasadena ISD Nutrition Services Department

• The Memorandum of Understanding with The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston to allow campus presentations of the Youth Aware of Mental Health (YAM) Program

• Multiple 2024 Dollar General Literacy Foundation Grant Awards totaling $11,569

• The Criminal Justice Division of the Texas Office of the Governor (CJD) Rifle-Resistant Body Armor grant award in the amount of $16,461

• The Texas Education Agency 2024-2026 Effective School Framework-ESF Focused Support grant in the amount of $100,000

• Texas Education Agency 2024-2025 Sustainable Residency Continuation Grant for $250,000 and the Memorandum of Understanding with the University of Houston

• The SPARK School Park Program projects for Kruse Elementary and Sparks Elementary and the Corresponding Agreement including $250,000 in funding

• An application for a TEA Low Attendance Waiver for South Houston High School

• An application for TEA Low Attendance for Southmore Intermediate

• The 2024-2025 high school graduation dates, times, locations, and authorization to schedule summer high school graduation on a date yet to be determined based on updated end of year district schedules

• A lease agreement with NRG Stadium for the 2025 Pasadena Independent School District High School graduations in the approximate amount of $215,000

• The Sam Rayburn High School Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) Raiders Co-ed Team to compete at the National Raider Challenge at Fort Knox, KY., October 24-27, 2024

• The Sam Rayburn High School Texan Culinary Team to travel to Orlando, Florida April 25-30, 2025, to compete in the Cook Around the World Culinary Competition at an estimated amount of $2,000 per student

• For seniors in the Maritime and Criminal Justice programs of study at the Dr. Kirk Lewis Career and Technical High School to participate in a hands-on cruise experience aboard a Carnival Cruise February 15-20, 2025

• That one Dobie High School FFA Member and one FFA teacher to travel to Indianapolis, Indiana on October 19-26, 2024, to attend the National FFA Convention

POLICY

• Revision of CCGB (LOCAL) Ad Valorem Taxes Economic Development

• Revision of DGBA (LOCAL) Personnel Management Relations: Employee Complaints/ Grievances

• Revision of EEH (LOCAL) Instructional Arrangements Homebound Instruction

• Revision of EFB (LOCAL) Instructional Resources Library Materials

• Revision of FNG (LOCAL) Student Rights and Responsibilities Student and Parent Complaints/Grievances

• Revision of GF (LOCAL) Public Complaints

FINANCIAL

• The 2024 Appraisal Roll

• The designation of investment officers

OPERATIONS

• A construction contract with Drymalla Construction Company, Inc. for the 2022 Bond New Jessup Elementary School Replacement Project in the amount of $35,486,326

• Allowance Expenditure Authorization (AEA) No. A-015 for the 2017 Bond Transportation Center Replacement Project in the credit amount of $50,750

• Allowance Expenditure Authorization (AEA) No. A-017 for the 2017 Bond Transportation Center Replacement Project in the credit amount of $8,419

• Allowance Expenditure Authorization (AEA) No. A-018 for the 2017 Bond Transportation Center Replacement Project in the amount of $51,150

BOARD NEWS

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The board of trustees approved the following items:

• Allowance Expenditure Authorization (AEA) No. 008 for the 2022 Bond CTE Classroom and Lab Improvements Project in the credit amount of $7,319

• An HVAC Testing and Balancing Services Agreement to National Precisionaire, LLC for the 2022 Bond CTE Classroom and Lab Improvements Project in the amount of $11,850

• ‘ Allowance Expenditure Authorization (AEA) No. 01 for the 2022 Bond New Parks Elementary School Replacement Project in the amount of $135,614

• Allowance Expenditure Authorization (AEA) No. 02 for the 2022 Bond New Parks Elementary School Replacement Project in the credit amount of $14,401

• The reorganization of the Bond Program Management Team to meet the current needs of the district. Bond Program Manager, Data Governance, and Reporting annual contract of $130,000 to be paid by the 2022 Bond Program Management Budget

MISCELLANEOUS

• Naming the main hallway at Park View Intermediate School as “Hasson Hallway” in honor of Dr. Robert Hasson and related actions

Next Regular Board Meeting: Tuesday, October 22, 2024

Director of

Communication

BOARD NEWS

AUGUST 27, 2024

REGULAR BOARD MEETING

A GLANCE AT THE DECISIONS OF THE PASADENA ISD BOARD OF TRUSTEES

PERSONNEL

Board of Trustees approved the following:

2024-2025 BOARD OF TRUSTEES

President Casey Phelan

Vice President

Kenny Fernandez

Secretary Crystal Davila

Assistant Secretary Paola Gonzalez

Member Marshall Kendrick

Member

Vickie Morgan

Member Nelda Sullivan

Superintendent

Dr. DeeAnn Powell

The seven-member

Pasadena ISD Board of Trustees meets regularly once a month at 7 p.m. in the Board Room of the Administration Building at 3920 Mickey Gilley Blvd. The meetings are open to the public. Call 713-740-0243 for more information. See the website for complete agenda and approved minutes at www.pasadenaisd.org

& Instruction

• Melissa Loza for the position of counselor at Jensen Elementary for the 2024-2025 school year.

PERSONNEL

• Additional funding in the amount of $13,793,000 for PISD Medical Plan and authorization for superintendent or designee to add additional funds to ensure PISD Medical Plan ends the fiscal year with a positive balance

• Employee reclassification for the 2024-2025 school year for a cost savings of approximately $110,000

POLICY

• BBD (LOCAL) Board Members Training and Orientation

• BBFA (LOCAL) Ethics Conflict of Interest Disclosures

• CKC (LOCAL) Safety Program/Risk Management Emergency Plans

• CKE (LOCAL) Safety Program/Risk Management Security Personnel

• CKEA (LOCAL) Security Personnel Commissioned Peace Officers

• EFA (LOCAL) Instructional Resources Instructional Materials FINANCIAL

• Budget amendments for July 2024

• Budget amendments for August 2024

• GASB 54 Fund Balance Resolutions

• Adoption of the 2024-2025 budget

• Board resolution to adopt a tax rate for Maintenance and Operations (M&O) of $ .8855 and a tax rate for Interest and Sinking (I&S) of $ .3400, for a total tax rate of $1.2255

Sarah Burrows for the position of Speech Language Pathologist for the 20242025 school year.

Rita Yarbrough for the position of Speech Language Pathologist for the 20242025 school year.

Erica Carroll for the position of Counselor Specialist for the Curriculum

Department for the 20242025 school year.

BOARD NEWS

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The board of trustees approved the following items:

EDUCATIONAL

• An interlocal agreement with Region 4 Education Service Center (ESC4) for the renewal purchase of OnData Suite Software in the amount of $30,865.90

• An interlocal agreement between Pasadena Independent School District and Texas Woman’s University for speech language pathology assistants in speech pathology internship and externship with no financial implication

• An interlocal agreement between Harris County Department of Education and Pasadena Independent School District for music therapy in the amount of $9,785.00

• Subscription renewal for Brain POP from September 1, 2024, to August 31, 2025, in the amount of $132,550

• A contract between Pasadena Independent School District and E-Therapy for speech language therapy services in the amount of $120,000

• An interlocal agreement with Region 4 Education Service Center (ESC4) for the renewal purchase of TSDS Core and TSDS PEIMS Collection software in the amount of $5,750

• The continuation of a Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) unit at Sam Rayburn High School

• The 2024-2025 Safety and Facilities Enhancement (SAFE) Grant, Cycle 2 in the amount of $1,255,731

• The KaBOOM! Playground Community Partner Agreement contract, which requires an $8,500 contribution from Genoa Elementary School

• The contract between Pasadena Independent School District and Avondale House in the amount of $842,350 for tuition and educational services for fifteen (15) special education students

• The Sam Rayburn High School Band to travel to Lake Charles, Louisiana to compete in the Gulf Coast Championships Marching Competition at McNeese State University on October 26, 2024, at a cost of $12,250 to be paid with district and booster club funds

OPERATIONS

• Approval of a construction contract with Gamma Construction Company for the 2022 Bond New Bailey Elementary School Replacement Project in the amount of $36,147,181

• Approval of Final Change Order No. 007 for the New Administration Building Replacement Project in the credit amount of $23,638

• Allowance Expenditure Authorization (AEA) No. A-013 for the 2017 Bond Transportation Center Replacement Project in the amount of $113,708

• Allowance Expenditure Authorization (AEA) No. A-014 for the 2017 Bond Transportation Center Replacement Project in the credit amount of $48,640

BOARD NEWS

The board of trustees approved the following:

• Approval of a Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) Commissioning Services Agreement with Coastal Commissioning Group for the 2017 Bond Transportation Center Replacement Project in the amount of $30,000

• Approval of an HVAC Testing and Balancing Services Agreement to Engineered Air Balance Co., Inc. for the 2017 Bond Transportation Center Replacement Project in the amount of $46,775

• Allowance Expenditure Authorization (AEA) No. 07 for the 2022 Bond Safety & Security Project in the amount of $105,000

Next Regular Board Meeting:

Tuesday, September 24, 2024

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COMMUNICATION & PRINTING DEPARTMENT

Deputy Superintendent for Governance, Operations & School Services Dr. Troy McCarley

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