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REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Notice is hereby given that a regular meeting of the Board of Trustees will be held on Tuesday, February 3, 2009 at 5:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Board Room at 20200 Eastway Village, Humble, Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered or upon which any formal action might be taken are as follows: Call to order – 5:00 p.m. Adjourn to Closed Session

Hearing – 5:00 p..m. Section 551. 082 School District Disciplinary Matter and Information

About a Public School Student

• Hear and deliberate appeal involving expulsion of Humble ISD student - A

Hearing –5:30 p..m. Section 551. 082 School District Disciplinary Matter and Information

About a Public School Student

• Hear and deliberate appeal involving expulsion of Humble ISD student - B

Section 551.071 Consultation with Attorney for legal advice, opinion and recommendations. Section 551.071(a) Confer with District's attorney regarding pending

litigation and proposed settlement agreement in Cause No. C.A. 08-CV-01557; Global Data Systems v. Humble Independent School District

Section 551.074 Personnel – Deliberate appointment, employment, evaluation, re-assignment, duties, discipline or dismissal of a public employee. Section 551.082 Student Expulsions If, during the course of the meeting covered by this notice, the Board should determine that a closed session of the Board should be held or is required in relation to any item included in this notice, then such closed session as authorized by Section 551.001 et seq of the Texas Government Code (the Open Meetings Act) will be held by the Board at that date, hour and place given in this notice or as soon after the commencement of the meeting covered by this notice as the Board may conveniently meet in such closed session concerning any and all subjects and for any and all purposes permitted by Sections 551.071 – 551.084, inclusive, of the Open Meetings Act.

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Reconvene regular session – 7:00 p.m. • Welcome and introduction of Board and administration • Pledge of Allegiance • Salute to the Texas flag • Moment of Silence • Questions and comments by patrons or employees of the district regarding agenda

items or any other matters

• C. Wilson – Boundaries • L. Twomey – Boundaries • D. Berges - Boundaries

• Comments by individual Board members

(Recognitions, thanks, and personal comments) • Comments by the Administration

• Superintendent regarding student issues, staff issues, facilities issues, funding issues, safe and secure campus issues and Board and district events

• Cabinet members

Cecilia Hawkins: Deputy Superintendent (HHS Vertical Team, KPHS Vertical Team International Baccalaureate)

Paula Almond: Associate Superintendent (AHS Vertical Team, KHS Vertical Team, AVID, High Schools of the Future Task Force)

Janet Orth Learning Support Services (Academics, Professional Development, Instructional Coaching, Science Grant, Kingwood College partnership planning)

Jim Parsons: Accountability (Curriculum Based Assessments, CWT, SWIS Data Analysis, Demographic Study Update, Needs Assessment, Process Mapping and Systems Review)

Janet Griffin: Human Resources (Employee Retention and Recruitment, Retire-Rehire program) Lynn Lynn: Finance Services (Budget Development, Process Mapping and Systems Review, FIRST Accountability)

Martha Buckner: Support Services (Facilities planning and maintenance, Transportation services, Safety, and Child Nutrition services)

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Mike Drachenberg: Technology Services (Process Mapping and Systems Review, Instructional Technology training and enhancements)

Karen Perkins: Community Development (Learning support resources)

Karen Collier: Public Information (Communications and Teacher of the Year program)

Stephanie Rosenberg General Counsel, (Contract Review, Legal Counsel)

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BOARD ACTION AGENDA

Action: Closed session

Consideration of and action on items addressed in closed session a) Approval of personnel recommendations b) Consideration student expulsions

c) Consideration of appeal involving expulsion of Humble ISD student-A d) Consideration of appeal involving expulsion of Humble ISD student-B e) Consideration and possible action regarding pending litigation and proposed settlement agreement in Cause No. C.A. 08-CV-01557; Global Data Systems v. Humble Independent School District

Action: Minutes

• Consideration of minutes for the special Board meeting held on December 2, 2008.

• Consideration of minutes for the regular Board meeting held on December 9, 2008.

• Consideration of minutes for the special Board meeting held on December 19, 2008.

• Consideration of minutes for the regular Board meeting held on

January 13, 2009. Action: Consent agenda

Consideration of items placed on the consent agenda

1. LEARNING REPORTS, CONSIDERATIONS AND PURCHASES

A. Action: Speech Therapy Services

Consideration of Speech Therapy Services ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the selection of Darlene Murrell to provide speech therapy services.

B. Action: Transcription Services

Consideration of Transcription Services

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ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION

The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the selection of Visual Communication to provide transcription services.

C. Action: Textbook Waiver

Consideration of Textbook Waiver


The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the Textbook Waiver which will allow the District to purchase instructional materials and obtain reimbursement up to the State maximum cost for American Sign Language (ASL) textbooks.

2. GOVERNANCE REPORTS AND CONSIDERATIONS

A. Action: Election for Board of Trustees

Consideration of Calling an Election for Board of Trustees

ADMINISTRATIVE RECOMMENDATION The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the Order calling for a Board of Trustees Election for Positions #1. #2 and #3 on May 9, 2009 as described in the attached Order For and Notice of Trustee Election.

B. Action: Policy FM (LOCAL)

Consideration of Revisions to Board Policy FM (Local) for No Pass / No Play

ADMINISTRATION RECOMMEDATION

The Superintendent Recommends that the Board of Trustees approve revisions to Board policy FM (Local) to align the District’s student eligibility rules for extracurricular activities with the Student Handbook adopted from year to year.

C. Action: FDA (LOCAL) and FDB (LOCAL) Board Policy Amendments

Consideration of amending FDA (LOCAL) and FDB (LOCAL) Board Policy on General Transfers and Schools of Choice programs

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ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the amendments to FDA (LOCAL) and FDB (LOCAL) Board Policy on General Transfers and Schools of Choice Programs.

D. Action: Update 84

Consideration of Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) Policy Update #84

ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION:

The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees review updated (Legal) policies and act on (Local) policies as recommended in TASB Update #84, with the exception of local policy FDB.

E. Action: Local Board Complaint Policies Revisions

Consideration of Proposed Revisions to Local Board Complaint Policies DGBA, FNG, and GF ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION: The Superintendent recommends that the Board adopt the proposed revisions to Board policies DGBA (LOCAL), FNG (LOCAL) and GF (LOCAL).

F. Report: Policy CV (LOCAL) Revisions

Discussion of Revisions to CV (Local) Policy Regarding Purchasing Methods for Construction Projects

G. Report: Elementary Boundaries

Report on Boundaries for Elementary School #25

3. FINANCIAL SERVICES REPORTS, CONSIDERATIONS AND PURCHASES

A. Action: Tax Refunds

Consideration of Petitions for Refunds in Excess of $500

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The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve petitions for tax refunds.

B. Action: Waiver of P & I

Consideration of Request for Waiver of Penalty and Interest on Delinquent Taxes


The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the request for waiver of penalty and interest on delinquent tax accounts.

C. Action: Budgetary Amendments

Consideration of Budgetary Amendments


The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve budgetary amendments.

4. SUPPORT SERVICES REPORTS. CONSIDERATIONS AND PURCHASES

A. Action: AHS Addition Close Out

Consideration of Close Out and Final Payment for the Atascocita High School Addition Project


The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the final payment of $430,719.02, for a total project cost of $8,614,380.42 to Prime Contractors, Inc., for the construction of the Atascocita High School addition.

B. Action: Emergency Management Technology Consultant

Consideration of Consultant for Emergency Management Technology Projects

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The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the selection of Combs Consulting Group to provide consulting services for District-wide emergency management planning and technology projects.

5. BOARD REPORTS, CONSIDERATIONS AND PURCHASES

A. Action: Conduct for Students Involved in Extracurricular or Co- Curricular Activities

Consideration of Suspension of or Revisions to Board Policy on "Conduct for Students Involved in Extracurricular or Co-Curricular Activities" for Non-School Related Incidents/Behaviors

B. Report: Disclosure of Board of Trustee Training Hours

C. Update: Legislative Issues

D. Update: Associations and Committees

E. Future Board business

Consideration of and action on topics for future Board business: a) Posted agenda items requiring Board action b) Posted agenda items for information, with no action required c) Written reports, with no posting or discussion planned d) Appointment of Board committees or representatives

Adjournment

This notice is given pursuant to Section 551.001 et.seq.of the Government Code. Dated: January 29, 2009 /S ______________________________________

Keith Lapeze, Board Secretary

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Note: Copies of attachments and other documentation may be requested from Peggy Young in the Superintendent’s Office at 281-641-8001. Full documentation of the items considered by the Board may be viewed on the Humble ISD web site on the day following the Board meeting at www.humble.k12.tx.us.

HUMBLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT SPECIAL MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

The Humble Board of Trustees held a special meeting on Friday, December 2, 2008 at 7:30 a.m. at the Humble ISD Administration Building, 20200 Eastway Village Drive, Humble, Texas. Board Members Present: Dave Martin Dan Huberty Keith Lapeze Brent Engelage Board Member Absent: Bonnie Longnion

Charles Cunningham Robert Scarfo Staff Members Present: Guy Sconzo, Peggy Young Mr. Martin called the meeting to order at 7:30 a.m.

BOARD ACTION ITEMS

1. BOARD REPORTS, CONSIDERATIONS AND PURCHASES A. Canvass Rollback Tax Election Results

Mr. Martin read the final Rollback Tax Election results as follows:

Proposition:

Approving the ad valorem tax rate of $1.52 per $100 valuation in Humble Independent School District for the current year. A rate that is $0.12995 higher per $100 valuation than the school district rollback tax rate.

FOR: 5,127 AGAINST: 2,747 There was a motion by Mr. Huberty to approve the canvass of the Rollback Tax Election. The motion was a seconded by Mr. Lapeze. The passed unanimously. There being no further business, the special meeting was adjourned at 7:35 a.m.

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Secretary President


HUMBLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

The Humble Board of Trustees held the regular meeting on December 9, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Room, 20200 Eastway Village Drive, Humble, Texas. Board Members Present: Dave Martin Dan Huberty Bonnie Longnion Charles Cunningham Brent Engelage Robert Scarfo Board Member Absent: Keith Lapeze Staff Members Present: Guy Sconzo, Peggy Young, Cecilia Hawkins, Karen Collier, Janet Orth, Lynn Lynn, Jim Parsons, Mike Drachenberg, Janet Griffin, Stephanie Rosenberg, Roger Westwood, Troy Kite, Krista Malstrom, Kevin Yandell, Donna Boyd, Janice Himpele, Marilyn Farrell, Indra Hebert, Shelley Vineyard, Lynnette Busceme, Helen Wagener, Allan Griffin, Allen Miller, Mike Townsend, James Hall, Tanya Stanford The Board met at 6:06 p.m. and adjourned to hear items posted for closed session at 6:07 p.m. The regular meeting was called back to order at 7:03 by Mr. Martin. QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS BY PATRONS OR EMPLOYEES OF THE DISTRICT

There were no questions/comments by patrons or employees. COMMENTS BY INDIVIDUAL BOARD MEMBERS

The Trustees wished everyone a wonderful holiday break and reminded all that the dedication of the Instructional Support Center will be held on December 19th at 3:30 p.m. naming the center the James D. Eggers Instructional Support Center, and everyone is invited. COMMENTS BY THE SUPERINTENDENT

Dr. Sconzo stated that in the Second Annual Edition of the 2008-09 Texas School Business Journal, 12 Texas school districts were recognized for successful/innovative programs and Humble ISD was recognized for being the “District that goes the distance to enhance learning for all”. Dr. Sconzo thanked Ms. Angela Conrad for leading the way and being responsible for this program.

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ACTION ITEMS FROM CLOSED SESSION

Personnel - A motion was made by Dr. Longnion to approve the personnel recommendations as presented by administration. The motion was seconded by Mr. Cunningham. The motion passed unanimously. Please see Personnel Recommendations on the following pages.

HUMBLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS

December 9, 2008 RETIREMENT Campus Assignment Eff. Date Bertsch Carol Kingwood HS Government December 19, 2008 Frahlman Julianna ISC Word Processor December 19, 2008 Parker Terri Kingwood HS Economics December 19, 2008 Wilder James N. Humble High Credit Recovery December 31, 2008 Yates Patricia Humble Middle TAKS Coordinator January 9, 2009 RESIGNATIONS Campus Assignment Reason Eff. Date Benton Kara Jack Fields Elementary 5th grade teacher Relocated-Spouse active duty December 19, 2008 Christie Lisa Oaks Elementary 3rd grade teacher Family Obligations November 7, 2008 Damin Erin Shadow Forest Elementary K-5 Music Stay home with newborn January 4, 2009 Flores Shelley Kingwood Park High Chemistry Spouse job transfer December 29, 2008 Stanziano Wendy Whispering Pines Elem Instructional Technology Relocating to-Florida January 11, 2009 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT Degree Certification Assignment Exp. Eff. Date Previous Emp. Atascocita High 008 Novitske, Jennifer B.S./San Diego State University Life Science (8-12) Biology 9 years Nov. 19, 2008 Humble ISD Lakeland Elementary 102 Blizzard, Shelley B.S./Bartlesville Wesleyan College Special Education (1-8) PPCD 14 years Dec. 8, 2008 Charter School Timbers Elementary 110 Jimenez, Angelina B.A./Herbert H. Lehman College Generalist (EC-4) 2nd grade Bilingual 8 years Dec. 1, 2008 Houston ISD Whispering Pines Elementary 115 White, Kathryn B.S./Sam Houston State University Generalist (EC-4) 3rd grade self-contained None Jan 5, 2009 Recent Graduate Shadow Forest Elementary 116 Rose, Lori B.M/East Carolina University Music – North Carolina Music 5 years Jan. 5, 2009 Private Industry RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that Billy Beattie be appointed to the position of Business Application Functional Analyst effective January 6, 2009. Mr. Beattie is currently employed by Gulf Interstate Engineering. Degree: B.S. – Texas A&M University

STUDENT EXPULSIONS A motion was made by Mr. Cunningham to accept the student placement in an alternative education program as presented by the Superintendent as follows: J.G., effective: 11-03-08; A.L., effective: 11-20-08; and M.B., effective: 11-24-08. The motion was seconded by Mr. Engelage. The motion passed unanimously. MINUTES FROM THE PREVIOUS MEETING

A motion was made by Dr. Longnion to approve the minutes for the regular Board meeting held on November 11, 2008. The motion was seconded by Mr. Cunningham. The motion passed unanimously. CONSENT AGENDA

After review, a motion was made by Dr. Longnion to approve the following board items by consent: Learning: A; Governance: B & C; Financial Services: A, B, C & D and Support Services: B & E. The motion was seconded by Mr. Cunningham. The motion passed unanimously.


A. Textbook Waiver


The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the Textbook Waiver which will allow the District to purchase instructional materials and obtain reimbursement up to the state maximum cost for astronomy textbooks.

Approved by consent.

B. Math and Science Breakthrough – Year 2

Ms. Orth and Mr. Parsons reviewed the update information on Math and Science Breakthrough – Year 2 with the Trustees, stating the 2008 TAKS results indicated a marked improvement in the areas of math and science with the district advancing in almost all subgroups.

C. Physical Fitness Assessment

Ms. Wagner reviewed with the Trustees state requirements on Physical Fitness Assessment, stating each school district shall annually assess the physical fitness of student enrolled in Grades 3-12. She reported that

Humble ISD students have superseded state averages. The expected outcome is to inform students regarding health and fitness to have lifelong goals of good physical fitness.

2. GOVERNANCE REPORTS, CONSIDERATIONS AND PURCHASES

A. State Legislative Goals

Consideration of Humble ISD’s State Legislative Goals for the Upcoming State Legislative Session

A motion was made by Dr. Longnion to accept the Superintendent’s and the Board Legislative Committee’s review, recommendation the adoption of our State Legislative Goals for the upcoming State Legislative Session. The motion was seconded by Mr. Cunningham. Following discussion, the motion passed unanimously.

B. Boundaries

Consideration of Boundaries for Middle School #8 and Summer Creek High School

The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the Citizens Boundary Zoning Option 5 for Middle School #8 and Summer Creek High School. Approved by consent.

ENROLLMENT PROJECTIONS - CBAC ZONING OPTION 5

PROPOSED CHANGES PROJECTED ENROLLMENT High school students living in the following subdivisions/ apartment complexes are moved CAMPUS 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 from Humble High School to Summer Creek High (2) (3) (4) (5) School beginning in August, 2009: (1) HHS 2561 2034 2024 2013

AHS 3375 3284 3066 2881 Audubon Park (south of Bender Avenue) (Northbelt Elem) Audubon Park Condominiums (Northbelt Elem) SCHS 947 1535 2091

Colony Mobile Home Park (Northbelt Elem) Eastex Oaks (Northbelt Elem)

El Dorado Mobile Home Park (Northbelt Elem) Park at Stone Creek Apartments (Northbelt Elem) Rocking R Ranch (Northbelt Elem) Smith Road Area (Northbelt Elem) Waterchase Apartments (Northbelt Elem) Audubon Park (north of Bender Avenue) (Fields Elem) Atascocita Pines Apartments (Fields Elem)

Atascocita Road Mobile Home Park (River Pines Elem.) Classic Pines Estates (River Pines Elem.) Canyon Gate at Park Lakes (Park Lakes Elem) Canyon Village at Park Lakes (Park Lakes Elem) Northbelt Forest (Park Lakes Elem)

Alta Pine Forest Apartments (Park Lakes Elem) Sunset Ridge West (Park Lakes Elem) Timber Hills (Park Lakes Elem) Sunset Ridge East (Fall Creek Elem.)

High school students living in the following subdivisions/apartment complexes are moved from Atascocita High School to Summer Creek High School beginning in August 2009: (1)

Cascade at Fall Creek Apartments (Fall Creek Elem) Chalet at Fall Creek Apartments (Fall Creek Elem) Fall Creek (Fall Creek Elem) Duessen Park Area (Summerwood Elem) Lakeside Terrace (Summerwood Elem) Lakeshore (Summerwood Elem) Summer Lakes Ranch (Summerwood Elem) Summerwood (Summerwood Elem) Verde Woodson Park Apartments (Summerwood Elem) Waters Edge at Lake Houston (Summerwood Elem)

Middle school students living in the following subdivisions/ apartment complexes are moved CAMPUS 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 from Atascocita Middle School to Middle School #8 beginning in August 2010: (1) (2) (2) HMS 1052 1123 1272 1357

Cascade at Fall Creek Apartments (Fall Creek Elem) AMS 1763 1853 1108 1099 Chalet at Fall Creek Apartments (Fall Creek Elem) TMS 1057 1135 1257 1337 Fall Creek (Fall Creek Elem) SMS 1106 1193 1003 1093 Duessen Park Area (Summerwood Elem) MS #8 1106 1264 Lakeside Terrace (Summerwood Elem) Lakeshore (Summerwood Elem) Summer Lakes Ranch (Summerwood Elem) Summerwood (Summerwood Elem) Verde Woodson Park Apartments (Summerwood Elem) Waters Edge at Lake Houston (Summerwood Elem)

Middle school students living in the following subdivisions/ apartment complexes are moved from Humble Middle School to Middle School #8 beginning in August 2010: (1)

Alta Pine Forest Apartments (Park Lakes Elem) Sunset Ridge West (Park Lakes Elem) Timber Hills (Park Lakes Elem) Sunset Ridge East (Fall Creek Elem)

Middle school students living in the following

subdivisions/ apartment complexes are moved from Sterling Middle School to Humble Middle School beginning in August 2010: (1) Audubon Park (north of Bender Avenue) (Fields Elem)

Atascocita Pines Apartments (Fields Elem) Atascocita Road Mobile Home Park (River Pines Elem) Classic Pines Estates (River Pines Elem) Atascocita Acres (River Pines Elem) Atascocita Trace (River Pines Elem) Blackstone Creek (River Pines Elem)

(1) Information in parentheses is based on 2008-09 elementary (2) Based on current attendance areas

attendance areas. (3) SCHS serves grades 9-10 (4) SCHS serves grades 9-11 (5) SCHS serves grades 9-12

C. Assignment of Interest in Property

Consideration of Assignment of Interest in Early Head Start Property to Community Development Institute

The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve and authorize administration to execute the transfer and assignment of Early Head Start property to Community Development Institute as the interim Early Head Start Grantee.


3. FINANCIAL REPORTS, CONSIDERATIONS AND PURCHASES

A. Tax Refunds


The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve petitions for tax refunds. Approved by consent.

B. Budgetary Amendments


The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve budgetary amendments. Approved by consent.

C. Investment Pool Authorized Representatives

Consideration of Resolution Amending Authorized Representatives for Lone Star and TexPool Investment Pools

The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the resolutions amending the District’s authorized representatives for Lone Star and TexPool Investment Pools. Approved by consent.

D. 403(b) Plan

Consideration of 403(b) Plan Document, Adoption Agreement and Related Board Resolution

The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the 403(b) Plan Document for Public Education Organizations, the Adoption Agreement for the 403(b) Plan Document for Public Education Organizations, and the related Board Resolution.


E. There was no discussion regarding the Year-to-Date Financial and Monthly Cash and Investment Reports.

4. SUPPORT SERVICES REPORTS, CONSIDERATIONS AND PURCHASES

A. Elementary School #26 – CM at Risk

Consideration of Elementary School #26 – Construction Manager at Risk

A motion was made by Dr. Longnion to accept the Superintendent’s recommendation that the Board of Trustees ratify the delivery method of Construction Manager at Risk for Elementary School #26. The motion was seconded by Mr. Cunningham. Following discussion, the motion passed unanimously.

B. Elementary School #26 – CM at Risk Selection

Consideration of Elementary School #26 – Construction Manager at Risk Selection

The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the selection of Tellepsen Builders, L.P., as the Construction Manager at Risk for Elementary School #26. Approved by consent.

C. Elementary School #26 – Architect Selection

Consideration of Elementary School #26 – Architect Selection

A motion was made by Mr. Cunningham to accept the Superintendent‘s recommendation that the Board of Trustees approve the selection of PBK Architects, Inc., to provide architectural services for the design and construction of Elementary School #26. The motion was seconded by Mr. Scarfo. Following discussion, the motion passed unanimously.

D. Turner Stadium Renovation – CM at Risk

Consideration of Turner Stadium Renovation – Construction Manager at Risk

A motion was made by Dr. Longnion to accept the Superintendent’s recommendation that the Board of Trustees approve the delivery method of Construction Manager at Risk for the Turner Stadium renovation. The motion was seconded by Mr. Cunningham. Following discussion, the motion passed unanimously.

E. Action: Turner Stadium Renovation – Architect Selection

Consideration of Turner Stadium Renovation – Architect Selection

The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the selection of PBK Architects, Inc., to provide architectural services for the design and construction related to the Turner Stadium renovation. Approved by consent.


A. Legislative Issues The district Legislative Committee will meet on January 15, 2009, Humble ISD Board Room at 6:30 p.m.

B. Associations and Committees The Board Finance Committee met on December 9, 2008 regarding future objectives and budget process.

C. Future Board business • Physical Fittnessgram • CBS Outdoor – Billboards

There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m. ______________________________ _________________________________ Secretary President Note: Copies of attachments and other documentation may be requested from Peggy Young in the Superintendent’s Office at 281-641-8001. Full documentation of the items considered by the Board may be viewed on the Humble ISD web site on the day following the Board meeting at www.humble.k12.tx.us.

HUMBLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT SPECIAL MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

The Humble Board of Trustees held a special meeting on Friday, December 19, 2008 at 7:15 a.m. at the Humble ISD Administration Building, 20200 Eastway Village Drive, Humble, Texas. Board Members Present: Dave Martin Bonnie Longnion Brent Engelage C. Charles Cunningham Board Member Absent: Dan Huberty Keith Lapeze Robert Scarfo Staff Members Present: Guy Sconzo, Peggy Young Mr. Martin called the meeting to order at 7:25 a.m.

BOARD ACTION ITEMS


A. A motion was made by Dr. Longnion to endorse Humble ISD Board Member, Charles Cunningham’s candidacy for the District 4C position

on the Texas Association of School Board’s, Board of Trustees. The motion was seconded by Mr. Engelage. The motion passed unanimously.

There being no further business, the special meeting was adjourned at 7:27 a.m. ______________________________ _________________________________

Secretary President


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HUMBLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

The Humble Board of Trustees held the regular meeting on January 13, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Room, 20200 Eastway Village Drive, Humble, Texas. Board Members Present: Dave Martin Dan Huberty Keith Lapeze Bonnie Longnion Charles Cunningham Brent Engelage Robert Scarfo Staff Members Present: Guy Sconzo, Peggy Young, Cecilia Hawkins, Paula Almond, Karen Collier, Janet Orth, Lynn Lynn, Jim Parsons, Mike Drachenberg, Karen Perkins, Janet Griffin, Stephanie Rosenberg, Martha Buckner, Robin Young, Deborah Yocham, Carol Atwood, Sally LaRue, David Hays, Shawn Facaine, Kevin Yandell, Janice Himpele, Marilyn Farrell, Roger Westwood, Walt Winicki, Jan York, Barb Campbell, Steve Cooper, J.C. Evans, Lynette Busceme, Mary Gustafson, Marcia Reineking, Pat Gnatzig, Ted Landry, Dania Rovegno, Kristin Malstrom, Troy Kite, Kathy Sheally, Trey Kramer, Helen Wagner, Debbie Smith, Allan Griffin, James Hall The Board met at 6:07 p.m. and adjourned to hear items posted for closed session at 6:09 p.m. The regular meeting was called back to order at 7:00 by Mr. Martin. COMMENDATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS Anne Blake – MBE Teacher – National Board Certification Cynthia Cornwell – ISC Staff Member – National Board Certification Emily Garcia – HE Teacher – National Board Certification Ana Mascolo – EGE Teacher – National Board Certification Kimberly Mouser – TMS Teacher – National Board Certification QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS BY PATRONS OR EMPLOYEES OF THE DISTRICT

J.C. Evans, D. Laird & FFA Members – Board Appreciation and Invitation to the Humble Livestock Show & Rodeo

M. Sullivan – School Board Appreciation D. Rovegno & T. Landry – School Board Appreciation – AHS W. Winicki & J. York – CMS Service Learning Project N. Cozad & D. Tucker – School Board Appreciation – HHS H. Wagner – Fitnessgram Challenge

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COMMENTS BY INDIVIDUAL BOARD MEMBERS

The Trustees were very appreciative and thanked everyone for the support and gratitude of the Board shown during the month of January which is Board appreciation month. The Trustees recognized the staff members who have earned National Board Certification and the tremendous accomplishment they each have achieved. COMMENTS BY THE SUPERINTENDENT

Dr. Sconzo stated that he greatly appreciates the Board and it is an honor to work with them and for them and he looks forward to the challenges ahead. ACTION ITEMS FROM CLOSED SESSION

Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital - Contemplated Litigation and Potential Settlement of Medical Expenses of Former Employee A motion was made by Dr. Longnion to authorize the Deputy Superintendent to settle the claim of Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital under the terms proposed in closed session with the necessity of returning for further Board approval. The motion was seconded by Mr. Engelage. The motion passed unanimously. Personnel A motion was made by Dr. Longnion to approve the personnel recommendations as presented by administration with addendum. The motion was seconded by Mr. Cunningham. The motion passed unanimously. Please see Personnel Recommendations on the following pages.

HUMBLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS

January 13, 2009

RETIREMENT Campus Assignment Eff. Date Dixon Gayle Community Learning Ctr. Social Worker December 19, 2008 Lopez Josefina Humble Middle ESL December 19, 2008 RESIGNATIONS Campus Assignment Reason Eff. Date Cole Larry Humble High Math Personal December 19, 2008 Davis Jill Kingwood High English Relocating to Virginia December 19, 2008 Davis Tricia Kingwood High Technology Applications Personal-life change December 19, 2008 DeFrain Stephanie River Pines Elementary 4th grade teacher Family Illness Jan. 6, 2009 Gonzalez Shauna River Pines Elementary 4th grade teacher Relocating to San Antonio December 19, 2008 Parks Helaine Kingwood High English Family Jan. 6, 2009 Phillips Jodie Bear Branch Elementary Applied Skills teacher Stay home with children December 19, 2008 Sloan Kelly Foster Elementary Nurse Health Issues Jan. 6, 2009 Starkey Homer Kingwood High English New Employment December 19, 2008 Thomas Patricia Kingwood High Government Health Complications December 19, 2008 Willis Walter Kingwood High Speech teacher Personal December 19, 2008 Yu Amanda Kingwood High Math Stay home with child Jan. 20, 2009 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT Degree Certification Assignment Exp. Eff. Date Previous Emp. Humble High 001 Wheaton, Dana B.S./Sam Houston State University Math (8-12) Math None Jan. 5, 2009 Recent Graduate Kingwood High 002 Ballay, Patrick B.A./University of Houston History (8-12) Geography None Jan. 5, 2009 Recent Graduate Hughes, Charity B.A./Sam Houston State University Reading/LA/English(8-12) English None Jan. 5, 2009 Recent Graduate Landry, Casey B.A./Sam Houston State University History (8-12) World & US History 6 years Jan. 5, 2009 Humble ISD Morgan, Marilyn B.A./ Stephen F. Austin State Univ. Secondary English (6-12) English 12 years Jan. 5, 2009 Humble ISD Papazis, Christina B.A./University of Texas History (8-12) Government 2 years Jan. 5, 2009 Humble ISD Rasberry, Caryn B.A./Sam Houston State University Reading/LA/English (8-12) English None Jan. 5, 2009 Recent Graduate Salinas, Christopher B.A./University of Texas Social Studies (8-12) Economics None Jan. 5, 2009 Private Industry Quest 005

Kee-Smith, Robin Doctorate/Touro Univ. International Spanish Secondary Spanish (6-12) 8 years Jan. 7, 2009 Hazelwood School District Kingwood Park High 013 Cox, Mindy B.A./University of Texas Science (8-12) – ACP Chemistry None Jan. 5, 2009 Private Industry

Atascocita High 008 Brouillette, Michelle B.S./University of Houston Secondary Math (6-12) Math 7 years Jan. 5, 2009 Humble ISD Summer Creek HS 009 Ford, Brian B.S./University of Houston Secondary PE (6-12) Head Ftball Coach/Coord. 18 years Jan, 14, 2009 Galena Park ISD Atascocita Middle 044 Comerford, Kelly B.A./Purdue University Math (4-8) Math 2 years Jan. 5, 2009 Humble ISD Morin, Gabriel B.A./University of Houston Generalist (4-8) Science 4 years Jan. 5, 2009 San Antonio ISD Rocha, Lacey B.S./Texas A&M University Eng./LA/Reading (4-8) Reading/Eng/LA None Jan. 5, 2009 Recent Graduate Ross Sterling Middle 048 Engh, Jessica B.S./Sam Houston State University Math (4-8) Math None Jan. 5, 2009 Recent Graduate Oloumi-Yazdi, Roxanna B.S./University of Houston Generalist (4-8) Reading/Eng./LA 1 year Jan. 5, 2009 Pearland ISD Woodland Hills Elementary 105 Kiker, April B.S./Texas State University Elem Self-Contained (1-6) 1st grade teacher 3 years Jan. 5, 2009 Private School Oaks Elementary 108 Conley, Jenna B.S./Sam Houston State University Sp. Ed. (EC-12) Special Education – 50% None Jan. 5, 2009 Recent Graduate Gommels, Sara B.A./University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Generalist (EC-4) 3rd grade teacher 3 years Jan. 5, 2009 Irving ISD Whispering Pines Elementary 115 Garcia, Flor B.S./LeTourneau University Generalist (EC-4) 1st grade teacher None Dec. 16, 2008 Recent Graduate White, Kathryn B.S./Sam Houston State University Generalist (EC-4) 3rd grade teacher None Jan. 5, 2009 Recent Graduate Jack Fields Elementary 117 Michelson, Cara B.A./Augsburg College Generalist (4-8) ACP 5th grade teacher None Jan. 5, 2009 Private Industry River Pines Elementary 123 Knouse, Erin B.S./Sam Houston State University Generalist (EC-4) 4th grade teacher None Dec. 18, 2008 Private Industry Richardson, Brittany B.S./Sam Houston State University Generalist (EC-4) 4th grade teacher None Dec. 18, 2008 Recent Graduate Fall Creek Elementary 124 Heinrich, Larua B.S./Texas A&M University Generalist (EC-4) 3rd grade teacher None Jan. 5, 2009 Recent Graduate Itinerant London, Mona Gail M.S./University of Houston Elem. Mathematics (1-8) Math Specialist 19 years Jan. 20, 2009 Rockwall ISD

HUMBLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT ADDENDUM TO PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS

January 13, 2009

RETIREMENT Karen Geffert Principal, Eagle Springs Elementary Effective: June 24, 2009 RECOMMENDATIONS It is recommended that Barber Hext be appointed to the position of Senior Quality Control Manager, effective January 19, 2009. Mr. Hext is currently the Maintenance Director at Columbia-Brazoria I.S.D. Experience: 18 years It is recommended that Tammy (T.J.) Hall be appointed to the position of Principal at Pine Forest Elementary, effective January 14, 2009. T.J. is currently the Assistant Principal at Pine Forest Elementary. It is recommended that Jaime Berry be appointed to the position of Principal at Eagle Springs Elementary, effective Fall 2009. Jaime is currently the Assistant Principal at Eagle Springs Elementary.

STUDENT EXPULSIONS A motion was made by Dr, Longnion to accept the student placement in an alternative education program as presented by the Superintendent as follows: A.R., effective: 11-21-08; B.T., effective: 12-01-08; J.S., effective: 12-11-08; A.D.B., effective: 12-12-08 and A.B., effective: 12-12-08. The motion was seconded by Mr. Cunningham. The motion passed unanimously. CONSENT AGENDA After review, a motion was made by Dr. Longnion to approve the following board items by consent: Financial Services: A & B. The motion was seconded by Mr. Cunningham. The motion passed unanimously.


There were No items for this title this month. 2. GOVERNANCE REPORTS, CONSIDERATIONS AND PURCHASES A. Student/Parent Handbook Revision

Consideration of revision to the Student/Parent Handbook regarding Alcohol and Student Activities A motion was made by Mr. Lapeze to accept the Superintendent’s recommendation that the Board of Trustees approve a revision to the Student/Parent Handbook regarding Alcohol and Student Activities. The motion was seconded by Mr. Cunningham. The motion passed unanimously.

B. Policy Update 84

There was no discussion regarding the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) Policy Update #84.

3. FINANCIAL REPORTS, CONSIDERATIONS AND PURCHASES A. Tax Refund

Consideration of Petition for Refund in Excess of $500

The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the petition for tax refund. Approved by consent.

B. Budgetary Amendments


The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the budgetary amendments. Approved by consent.

C. Vendor Selection of Administrator for Medical and Dental Program

Mr. Westwood reported to the Trustees the status of the Vendor Selection of Administrator for Medical and Dental Program.

4. SUPPORT SERVICES REPORTS, CONSIDERATIONS AND PURCHASES A. Architect Selection for CLC Renovation Project

Consideration of Architect for CLC Renovation Project A motion was made by Mr. Lapeze to accept the Superintendent’s recommendation that the Board of Trustees approve the selection of SHW Group to provide architectural services for the design and construction related to the CLC Renovation Project. The motion was seconded by Dr. Longnion. The motion passed unanimously.

B. Construction Manager at Risk for CLC Renovation Project

Consideration of Delivery Method of Construction Manager at Risk for CLC Renovation Project A motion was made by Mr. Lapeze to accept the Superintendent’s recommendation that the Board of Trustees approve the delivery method of Construction Manager at Risk for the CLC Renovation Project. The motion was seconded by Dr. Longnion. The motion passed unanimously.

C. Lakeland Community Park Close Out Administration reported that the Lakeland Community Park project is complete and the children and community are enjoying the park.


A. CBS Billboards - The Trustees discussed billboards and asked administration to look into issuing a RFP for possibly leasing property for this purpose.

B. Opening of Summer Creek High School - The Trustees discussed delaying

the opening Summer Creek High School and determined it will not be delayed.

C. Legislative Issues

The Board Legislative Committee and Dr. Sconzo met with Senator Tommy Williams and a staff member from Representative Debbie Riddle’s office and had an excellent discussion regarding school finance.

February 9th and 10th, the District Legislative Committee and the Board Legislative Committee in conjunction with the Humble Area Chamber of Commerce, will visit Austin to talk with elected officials regarding school finance and also, plan to meet with the Senate Finance Committee and the Senate Education Committee.

PTA’s Day at the Capitol is January 26th to meet with elected officials regarding school finance.

January 15th at 6:00 p.m. is the next schedule meeting of the District Legislative Committee at Humble ISD Administration Building/Board Room.

D. Associations and Committees

The Board Finance Committee is working with staff regarding the layout of the budget plan for 2009-2010. The Board will receive Budget information earlier in the budget process with more budget detail.

D. Future Board business

The February Board Meeting date has been changed and the next regular board meeting will be held on February 3, 2009.

January 23rd - Dedication of the Larry Johnson Sports Complex at Humble High.

Long-Term Planning Review 2010 Goals Class Size – March Data Storage

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:13 p.m. ______________________________ _________________________________ Secretary President Note: Copies of attachments and other documentation may be requested from Peggy Young in the Superintendent’s Office at 281-641-8001. Full documentation of the items considered by the Board may be viewed on the Humble ISD web site on the day following the Board meeting at www.humble.k12.tx.us.

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Agenda Placement Learning Considerations Governance Considerations Financial Svcs. Considerations Support Svcs. Considerations

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District Target References (Check all that apply): Achieve Academic Excellence Number of Board Meetings item Plan for Our Future is planned to be presented: Maximize Our Financial Resources This Agenda Only Develop and Retain Our People Other, explain:

Title: Speech Therapy Services

Consideration of Speech Therapy Services

Superintendent’s Recommendation: The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the selection of Darlene Murrell to provide speech therapy services. Background/Impact Information Due to a shortage of available personnel for direct employment, the district is currently using contracted personnel to provide speech therapy services at 3 campuses (Jack Fields, Woodland Hills, and Humble Middle School). At the August 12, 2008 Board meeting, approval was granted for a selected vendor list of educational consulting service providers whose services were not expected to exceed $25,000. Darlene Murrell was included on the list as an approved consultant to provide speech therapy services. It was intended that Ms. Murrell would provide services in the fall semester and that a full time employee would be hired from a pool of December graduates. There were no viable applicants in December; therefore the District must continue to provide services through contracted personnel. Should a qualified candidate become available at any time, the contract can be terminated. The positive impact of this action is that students will continue to receive the services indicated in the IEP. By not taking action, until we can fill the position, students will discontinue therapy resulting in interrupted progress and a risk of due process complaints. To address a nationwide shortage of speech pathologists that choose to work in the public school setting, the Texas Speech-Language Association along with the Texas Council of Administrators in Special Education are working together to develop proposals for statewide

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stipends, loan forgiveness, etc. It is our hope that through these efforts more applicants will become available, thus reducing expenditures for contracted services. Fiscal Impact Statement:Funding in the amount of $38,640 will be provided from IDEA B Grant Funds Cost: 38640 Budgetary Codes:

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General Fund Grant Funds (Specify): Fiscal Year: 2008-09

IDEA B funds Bond Funds (Specify): Amendment Required? Yes No

Other Funds ( Specify):

Attachments: None Campus/Department Submitting Form: Educational Support Services Date Submitted:January 16, 2009 Resource Personnel: Sally LaRue, Ed.D. - 281-641-8401 [email protected] Judy Janak, M.A. - 281-641-8412 - [email protected] Janet Orth - 281-641-8115 - [email protected]

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Title: Transcription Services

Consideration of Transcription Services

Superintendent’s Recommendation: The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the selection of Visual Communication to provide transcription services. Background /Impact Information: As a result of an ARD Committee decision, a student requires transcription services as a communication tool, providing real time captioning (similar to closed captioning on television) to translate all instructions and conversations held in a classroom setting. Although the District is currently training two employees, at present there is no certified staff member to provide the required additional services. For the remainder of the school year, these services will be delivered by Visual Communication. At the August 12, 2008 Board meeting, approval was granted for a selected vendor list of educational consulting service providers whose services were not expected to exceed $25,000. Visual Communication was included on the list as an approved vendor to provide transcription services. To comply with the ARD decision and the revised student IEP, services will be greater than $25,000, not to exceed $50,000. Fiscal Impact Statement: Funding not to exceed $50,000 will be provided from IDEA B Grant Funds Cost: Budgetary Codes:

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2279- 11 - 6299 - 99 - 888 - 23 Funding Source:

General Fund Grant Funds (Specify): Fiscal Year:

IDEA B Bond Funds (Specify): Amendment Required? Yes No


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Other Funds ( Specify): Attachments: None Campus/Department Submitting Form: Educational Support Services Date Submitted:January 16, 2009 Resource Personnel: Judy Janak, 281-641-8412, [email protected] Mindy Lacour, 281-641-8404, [email protected] Janet Orth, 281-641-8115, [email protected]

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Title: Textbook Waiver


Superintendent’s Recommendation: The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the Textbook Waiver which will allow the District to purchase instructional materials and obtain reimbursement up to the State maximum cost for American Sign Language (ASL) textbooks. Background/Impact Information: Texas Education Code Section 7.056 allows school districts the opportunity to purchase instructional materials and obtain reimbursement up to the state maximum cost called for in a proclamation for which no textbook was offered for consideration by publishers. These courses include, but are not limited to Business Education; Technology Education/Industrial Technology Education; Trade and Industrial Education; Languages Other Than English (LOTE); and Fine Arts. The state textbook proclamation of 2002 called for the adoption of LOTE textbooks in 2008-2011, including ASL. As no publisher bid this text, the state is allowing districts to file an exemption for the textbooks used for this class in order to reimburse this expense. Fiscal Impact Statement: Cost: Budgetary Codes:

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Bond Funds (Specify): Amendment Required? Yes No Other Funds ( Specify):

Attachments:Textbook Waiver Campus/Department Submitting Form: Learning Support Division Date Submitted:January 16, 2009 Resource Personnel: Anne Tweedt, X8936, [email protected] Lynette Busceme, X8331, [email protected] Janet Orth,X-8116, [email protected]

CDD-106R09

APPLICATION FOR EXPEDITED

AND GENERAL STATE WAIVERS

General Instructions. For Expedited Waivers, please complete Sections 1, 2, 3, and 4. For General State Waivers, please complete Sections 1, 2, 3, 6, and 7. Bolded items in Section 2 and Section 3 must be completed. Please direct questions to the State Waiver Unit at (512) 463-9630 or www.tea.state.tx.us/waivers. SECTION 1. PLEASE COMPLETE THIS SECTION FOR ALL WAIVERS. District Name: Humble ISD County/District No. 101 - 913 Address: P.O. Box 2000 Telephone No. (281) - 641 - 8000 City, State, Zip: Humble, TX 77347 Fax No. (281) - 641 - 1079 Contact Person: Janet Orth Telephone No. (281) - 641 - 8116 Email: [email protected] SECTION 2. PLEASE COMPLETE THIS SECTION FOR ALL WAIVERS. Superintendent: Guy M. Sconzo, PhD. Dr. Mr. Typed Name Mrs. Ms.

Signature

Board President: Mr. David P. Martin Typed Name

Signature

Date Board Approval: Board Vote – For Against Abstain Absent SECTION 3. PLEASE COMPLETE THIS SECTION FOR ALL WAIVERS. Comments of appropriate Site-Based Decision Making Committee: SBDM Committee Chairperson Signature SECTION 4. EXPEDITED WAIVERS. PLEASE CHECK ALL THAT APPLY.

Staff Development Waiver, pursuant to Texas Education Code (TEC) §25.081. This waiver allows the district or charter school to train staff on various educational strategies designed to improve student performance in lieu of a maximum of three days of student instruction. Please state the number of days requested. Please check the years requested: 2008-2009 2009-2010 2010-2011

Reading/English Language Arts; Mathematics; Science; and/or Social Studies Staff Development Waiver, pursuant to TEC §25.081. This waiver allows the district or charter school to conduct additional staff training for reading/english language arts, mathematics, science, or social studies strategies aligned with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills in lieu of a maximum of two days of student instruction. Please check no more than two subject areas for only one day each:

Reading/English Language Arts Mathematics Science Social Studies Please check the years requested: 2008-2009 2009-2010 2010-2011

Staff Development through Participation in Eligible Conferences Waiver, pursuant to TEC §25.081. This waiver allows the district or charter school to send staff to eligible conferences for staff development to improve student performance in lieu of one day of student instruction. Please check the years requested: 2008-2009 2009-2010 2010-2011

Early Release Waiver, pursuant to TEC §25.082. This waiver allows the district or charter school to conduct school for less than seven (7) hours for a total of six (6) days of student instruction to provide additional training in educational methodologies and/or to provide time to meet the needs of students and local communities. Please state the number of days requested. Please check the years requested: 2008-2009 2009-2010 2010-2011

Modified Schedule/TAKS Testing Days Waiver, pursuant to TEC §25.082. This waiver allows the district or charter school to modify the schedule of classes on TAKS testing days during the current school year to reduce interruptions during testing periods. This waiver is approved yearly.

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ALL APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE MAILED OR FAXED. THE FAX NUMBER IS (512) 475-3666.

State Waiver Unit | Texas Education Agency | 1701 North Congress Avenue | Austin, TX 78701-1494 | Phone (512) 463-9630

SECTION 4. EXPEDITED WAIVERS TEXTBOOK WAIVERS: Pursuant to TEC §7.056. This waiver allows school districts and open enrollment charter schools the opportunity to purchase instructional materials and obtain reimbursement up to the state maximum cost called for in a proclamation, for which no textbook was offered for consideration by publishers. These courses include, but are not limited to: Proclamation 1997: Remedial Reading Grade 6: 2008-2009 2009-2010 2010-2011

Proclamation 1999: Photojournalism, Astronomy; AP Environmental Science; IB Environmental Systems; and AP Human Geography: 2008-2009 2009-2010 2010-2011

Proclamations 2001 and 2002: Business Education; Technology Education/Industrial Technology Education; Trade and Industrial Education; Languages Other Than English; and Fine Arts: 2008-2009 2009-2010 2010-2011

Proclamation 2004: IB Mathematical Studies Subsidiary Level; IB Mathematical Higher Level; and IB Advanced Mathematics Subsidiary Level. 2008-2009 2009-2010 2010-2011

A complete list of subjects eligible for waivers and the maximum costs allowed may be viewed at: http://www.tea.state.tx.us/textbooks/waivers/subjectsnobids.pdf

Foreign Exchange Student Waiver, pursuant to TEC §25.001(e). This expedited waiver allows the district to limit the

number of foreign exchange students to a number that is not less than five per high school. An application to limit the number to less than five per high school must be submitted as a general waiver. The number requested by the district for an expedited waiver is (state number of students) per high school. The waiver is subject to the provisions in the attached guidelines and FAQ http://www.tea.state.tx.us/waivers/ForeignExchangeGuidelines.doc http://www.tea.state.tx.us/waivers/ForeignExchangeFAQ.doc. The waiver will be issued if it is determined that admission of more than this number indicated will (check all that apply):

(1) create a financial or staffing hardship for the district; (2) diminish the district's ability to provide high quality educational services for the district's

domestic students; or (3) require domestic students to compete with foreign exchange students for educational resources.

Please check the years requested: 2008-2009 2009-2010 2010-2011

SECTION 5. GENERAL WAIVER Disciplinary Alternative Education Programs, pursuant to TEC 37.008(g). This waiver allows the district to use more than

18% of the district’s SCE allotment to provide supplemental services for disciplinary alternative education programs established under Section 37.008. The school district is required to state the reason for needing to exceed the 18% limit and to report the number of students in each grade level, by demographic subgroup, not making satisfactory progress under the state’s assessment system. The district is also required to submit a copy of their district/campus improvement plan which provides a description of their disciplinary alternative education program for TEA review. The district/campus improvement plan must conform to the requirements in TEC Section 11.252 and 11.253 and the Financial Accountability Resource Guide, 9.2.3. This waiver is granted for one year and the waiver must be resubmitted in writing by July 20 through the Texas Education Agency waiver office for each subsequent year, in accordance with TEA policies and deadlines for filing. Please state the total percentage of the district’s SCE allotment that is being requested to provide basic services at the DAEP.

SECTION 6. PLEASE COMPLETE THIS SECTION FOR GENERAL WAIVERS. Course Requirement Pregnancy Related Services On-Campus CEHI Study of Electronic Courses Other Specify

Foreign Exchange Student Waiver (one to four students) Please indicate the number of students admitted in previous three years. See Guidelines and FAQ http://www.tea.state.tx.us/waivers/ForeignExchangeGuidelines.doc http://www.tea.state.tx.us/waivers/ForeignExchangeFAQ.doc

SECTION 7. COMPLETE THIS SECTION FOR ALL WAIVERS OTHER THAN EXPEDITED WAIVERS. PLEASE USE SEPARATE PAGE. 1. Give a brief narrative description of the requested waiver. For foreign exchange student waiver, description must address

the circumstances applicable to the district under TEC § Section 25.001(e) (1), (2), or (3). 2. Does the district or campus plan reflect the need for this waiver? If yes, what is the specific objective impacted by the

waiver? 3. Cite the Texas Education Code or the Texas Administration Code that the district or campus wishes to waive? 4. Describe the plan to be implemented, if the waiver is granted. 5. How will granting this waiver help achieve the district’s or campus’ objective? 6. Please explain how the school district or campus will evaluate the impact of the waiver towards meeting the district’s or

campus’ goal. 7. Please specify the school years for which the waiver is requested, to a maximum of three years.

2008-2009 2009-2010 2010-2011

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Title: Election for Board of Trustees

Consideration of of Calling an Election for Board of Trustees

Superintendent’s Recommendation: The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the order calling for a Board of Trustees Election for positions #1, #2 and #3 on May 9, 2009 as described in the attached Order For and Notice of Trustee Election. Background/Impact Information: Board Policy BBB (LOCAL) specifies that Board of Trustee Elections are held annually for three-year terms in cycles keyed off the following years: Positions 1, 2 & 3: 2009, 2012, 2015, 2018 and so forth Positions 4 & 5: 2010, 2013, 2016, 2019 and so forth Positions 6 & 7: 2011, 2014, 2017, 2020 and so forth Position # 1 is currently held by Mr. Dan Huberty, Position # 2 is currently held by Mr. Keith Lapeze and Position #3 is currently held by Dr. Bonnie Longnion Approving this order will allow the election to be held on the regular uniform election date of May 9, 2009. Fiscal Impact Statement: Cost: Budgetary Codes:

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Attachments: Attachment 1 – Election Order and Election Notice Campus/Department Submitting Form: Administration/Superintendent Date Submitted: February 28, 2009 Resource Personnel: Stephanie Rosenberg 281-641-8008 [email protected] Peggy.Young 281-641-8001 [email protected]

ORDER FOR AND NOTICE OF TRUSTEE ELECTION AND SPECIAL TRUSTEE ELECTION

STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF HARRIS HUMBLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Humble Independent School District has determined that the term of office for Positions # 1, # 2 and # 3 on the Board of Trustees will expire on the second Saturday in May, 2009; and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of said District wishes to proceed with the ordering of an election and for said positions, therefore, BE IT ORDERED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE HUMBLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT THAT: Section 1. An election shall be held in and throughout said District on the 9th day of May, 2009 to elect one person for Position #1, one person for Position #2 and one person for Position # 3 on the Board of Trustees for a three (3) year term. Section 2. A person who is a qualified voter within said District may become a candidate for Position #1, Position #2 or Position #3 by filing his/her name and the appropriate forms with Peggy Young, Executive Secretary for School Board and Superintendent, at 20200 Eastway Village Drive, Humble, Texas on or after Monday, February 9, 2009 through Friday, March 6, 2009, between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. On Monday, March 9, 2009 the office will be open from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. A drawing by the candidates or their representatives shall be conducted at 5:30 p.m., March 9, 2009 at the Administration Building to determine the order in which the names shall appear on the ballot. Section 3. No person shall have a vote counted for him or her as a write-in candidate unless that person has filed a written declaration of write-in candidacy with Peggy Young, Executive Secretary for School Board, by 5:00 p.m. March 16, 2009 at the School Administration Building. Section 4. In the event that there is only one candidate for election to each position at the close of write-in candidacy filing deadline, Monday, March 16, 2009, Mr. Keith Lapeze, Secretary of the Board of Trustees, shall certify, in writing, that all candidates are unopposed for election. The certification shall be delivered to the Board as soon as possible and the Board, in accordance with Texas Open Meeting requirements, shall declare each unopposed candidate elected to office and cancel the Board of Trustee election. A copy of the order canceling the election shall be posted on election day at each polling place. Section 5. All voting in the election, including absentee voting by personal appearance and by mail, shall be done through the use of the DRE Voting

System, an electronic voting system adopted by the Commissioners Court of Harris County, Texas for use in the District. Section 6. The polls for said election shall be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on May 9, 2009 for voting at the following polling places heretofore established and described by natural or artificial boundaries or survey lines by an order adopted by the Board of Trustees of the District and on file in its minutes, and the following are hereby appointed as said polling places: Election Polling Place Number Polling Place

1 The City of Humble/Council Chamber 2 North Belt Elementary 3 Oaks Elementary 4 Foster Elementary 5 Kingwood Middle 6 Creekwood Middle

Linda Moore is hereby appointed presiding Judge of the Central Counting Station and Dyane Richards is hereby appointed alternate presiding Judge of the Central Counting Station. Peggy Young is hereby appointed manager of the Central Counting Station. They shall also serve as the Early Ballot Board. Each presiding judge shall appoint as many clerks as are deemed necessary for the proper conduct of the election provided that such number of clerks in each election location shall be at least two and not more than eight. In the event that a designated person is not able to serve as an Election Judge, Peggy Young, Secretary to the Board, is authorized to appoint a replacement with such appointment to be ratified by the Board of Trustees at the meeting at which election results are canvassed. Section 7. Early voting shall be conducted in The City of Humble, Council Chamber at 114 W. Higgins Street, Humble, Texas, at the Humble ISD Administration Building, 20200 Eastway Village, Humble, Texas and also at the Instructional Support Center at 4810 Magnolia Cove Drive, Kingwood, Texas. Mailing address to which ballot applications and ballots voted by mail should be sent to Peggy Young, Humble ISD, P.O. Box 2000, Humble Texas, 77347. During the early voting period of Monday, April 27, 2009 through Tuesday, May 5, 2009 the early voting clerks shall keep said office open for early voting Monday, April 27, 2009 through Friday, May 1, 2009 from 8:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m. and on Monday, May 4, 2009 and Tuesday, May 5, 2009 from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. All early voted ballots shall be delivered to the Central Counting Station by a special canvassing board consisting of the Early Voting Judges and appointed clerks. Section 8. The official ballots for said election shall be prepared in accordance with the Texas Election Code and shall have printed thereon

“OFFICIAL BALLOT, HUMBLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, HUMBLE, TEXAS, TRUSTEE ELECTION. All election materials, including notice of the election, ballots, instruction cards, affidavit and other forms which voters may be required to sign, and all early voting materials shall be printed in English, Spanish and Vietnamese or Spanish and Vietnamese translations thereof shall be made available in the circumstances permitted and in the manner required by law. Section 9. Said election shall be held in accordance with the Texas Election Code except as modified by the Texas Education Code. Section 10. The Secretary of the Board of Trustees shall forthwith issue Notice of said election by causing a substantial copy of this order to be published one time, at least ten days, but not earlier than the 30th day, prior to the date set for said election, in a newspaper of general circulation in said District, and shall forthwith post at each polling place in said District copy of this order, such posting to be done not less than 21 days prior to the date set for said election. Section 11. Immediately after said election, the officers holding the same shall deliver the voted ballots to the presiding judge of the Central Counting Station and shall deliver all election supplies and records to the proper authority designated by law to receive them. The presiding judge of the Central Counting Station shall make written returns of the election for use in official canvass to the President of the Board of Trustees, who shall safely keep them and deliver the same to the Board of Trustees at its next meeting; and then the Board of Trustees shall canvass said returns and declare the results of said election. Section 12. Upon canvass of the returns by the Board of Trustees, the candidate receiving the highest number of votes for each respective position voted on is entitled to serve as trustee. PASSED AND ADOPTED: February 3, 2009 _____________________________ David P. Martin, President Board of Trustees, Humble ISD ATTEST: __________________________ Keith Lapeze, Secretary Board of Trustees, Humble ISD

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE ELECTION STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF HARRIS HUMBLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT The Board of Trustees of the Humble Independent School District hereby gives notice of an election to be held on May 9, 2009 for the purpose of electing one trustee each for Positions designated as Positions 1, 2 and 3. Early voting by personal appearance will begin on April 27, 2009 and continue through May 5, 2009 on each day which is not a Saturday, Sunday, or an official holiday at the following locations for the hours specified:

1. Humble City Hall/Council Chamber 114 W. Higgins Street Humble, Texas 77338 April 27 through May 1, 2009 hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM May 4 and May 5, 2009 hours: 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

2. Humble ISD Administration Building 20200 Eastway Village Drive, Humble April 27 through May 1, 2009 hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM May 4 and May 5, 2009 hours: 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

3. Humble ISD Instructional Support Center (ISC) 4810 Magnolia Cove Drive, Kingwood April 27 through May 1, 2009 hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM May 4 and May 5, 2009 hours: 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Applications for early ballots by mail shall be mailed to Peggy Young,

Humble ISD, P. O Box 2000, Humble, TX 77347 on or after March 10, 2009 The designated polling places shall be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on the day of the election: 1 Humble City Hall/Council Chamber

114 W. Higgins Street Humble, Texas 77338

2. North Belt Elementary School

8105 North Belt Drive Humble, TX 77338

4. Oaks Elementary School

5858 Upper Lake Drive Humble, TX 77338

5. Foster Elementary School

1800 Trailwood Village Kingwood, TX 77339

6. Kingwood Middle School

2407 Pine Terrace Kingwood, TX 77339

7. Creekwood Middle School

3603 Lake Houston Parkway Kingwood, TX 77339

S/ _________________________________

David P. Martin, President Board of Trustees ATTEST: S/ ______________________________________ Keith Lapeze, Secretary Board of Trustees

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Title: Policy FM Local

Consideration of Revisions to Board Policy FM Local for No Pass / No Play

Superintendent’s Recommendation: The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve revisions to Board policy FM(Local) to align the District's student eligibility rules for extracurricular activities with the Student Handbook adopted from year to year. Background/Impact Information: Each year the Board considers and adopts the Parent/Student handbook. The handbook functions as Humble ISD board policy for all subject matters that are included in the handbook, including the District's student eligibility guidelines for extracurricular activities (including what is commonly known as the No Pass/No Play policy). The District's No Pass / No Play policy has been, and continues to be, that a student who participates in an extracurricular activity, sponsored or sanctioned by HISD or the UIL competition, shall be suspended for a three-week period from participation in such activity if the student received a grade lower than 70 in any class after the six-week grade reporting period. A suspension continues for at least a three-week period. Until the suspension is removed or the school year ends, the school shall review the grades of the student suspended from extracurricular activities, sponsored or sanctioned by HISD or the UIL, at the end of each three-week period, following the date on which suspension began. To regain eligibility after a three week period, a student must have a grade of 70 or above in all classes. A student suspended under this policy may practice or rehearse with the students for an extracurricular activity but may not participate in a competition or other public performance. The Superintendent recommends that the current FM (Local) policy, which is silent on


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this matter, be revised to reference the policy provisions adopted by the Board each year in the Student / Parent Handbook. The Superintendent makes this recommendation to provide clarity to students and parents regarding the District's policies on student participation in extracurricular activities. Fiscal Impact Statement: Cost: Budgetary Codes:


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Attachments: Revised FM (Local) (Redlined) Campus/Department Submitting Form: Administration/Superintendent's office Date Submitted: January 20, 2009 Resource Personnel: Paula Almond 281.641.8109 [email protected] Dr. Cecilia Hawkins 281.641.8110 [email protected]

Humble ISD 101913 STUDENT ACTIVITIES FM (LOCAL)

DATE ISSUED: 7/22/2004 1 of 1UPDATE 73 FM(LOCAL)-A

ADOPTED:

The District shall make no distinction between absences for UIL activities and absences for other extracurricular activities approved by the Board. A student shall be allowed in a school year a maxi-mum of ten extracurricular absences not related to post-district competition, a maximum of five absences for post-district competi-tion prior to state, and a maximum of two absences for state com-petition.

School-sponsored student groups may use District facilities with prior approval of the appropriate administrator. Other student groups may use District facilities in accordance with policy FNAB.

The District's policies regarding student participation in extracur-ricular activities, or their suspension or removal from extracurricular activities, shall be review by the Board annually and shall be lo-cated in the Humble ISD Student – Parent Handbook in effect for a given school year.

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITY ABSENCES

USE OF DISTRICT FACILITIES

STUDENT PARTICIPATION, SUSPENSION AND REMOVAL FROM EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

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Title: FDA (Local) and FDB (Local) Board Policy Amendments

Consideration of amending FDA (Local) and FDB (Local) Board Policy on General Transfers and Schools of Choice programs Superintendent’s Recommendation: The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the amendments to FDA (Local) and FDB (Local) Board Policy on General Transfers and Schools of Choice programs Background/Impact Information: Based on the number of options that parents have related to Schools of Choice programs (KPHS, QHS, CATE, IB, Early College, Dual Credit) in our District, we have found there is a need to change language in the existing transfer policies for consistency and clarity. The revisions affect policy FDA (Local), which relates to inter-district transfers and policy FDB (Local), which relates to intra-district transfers. The revisions to policy FDB (Local) also contain an additional "note" regarding intra-district transfers required by law. This particular revision was recommended in the TASB Update #84, and the Superintendent recommends adopting this revision as well. The Superintendent attaches redlined policies FDA and FDB to this agenda item. Fiscal Impact Statement: Cost: Budgetary Codes:




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Attachments: Board Policy Amendments A1- FDA (Local) Policy Revisions Board Policy Amendments A2 - FDB (Local) Policy Revisions Campus/Department Submitting Form: Deputy Superintendent Date Submitted: January 22, 2009 Resource Personnel: Dr. Cecilia Hawkins 281-641-8110 [email protected] Ms. Paula Almond 281-641-8110 [email protected]

Humble ISD 101913 ADMISSIONS FDAINTERDISTRICT TRANSFERS (LOCAL)

FDA(LOCAL)-X, Proposed Revisions 01-22-09 1 of 1

PROPOSED REVISIONS A nonresident student shall not be permitted to attend District schools except as provided below.

A resident student who becomes a nonresident during the course of a semester shall be permitted to continue in attendance for the remainder of the semester.

A resident student who becomes a nonresident after earning senior status shall be permitted to complete the se nior year in the District if the student was continuously enroll ed in the Dis-trict for the previous school year.

A nonresident professional employee classified as exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act may request that his or her child be admitted into District schools by filing an application with the Su-perintendent or designee. Transfers shall be granted for one regu-lar school year at a time, on a tuition-free basis. Upon termina-tion of the parent’s employment, the transfer shall be revoked.

In approving transfers, the Superintendent or designee shall con-sider availability of space and instructional staff and the student’s disciplinary history and attendance records.

A transfer student shall be notified in the written transfer agreement that he or she must follow all rules and regulations of the District, including those for student conduct and attendance, and that viola-tion of the District’s rules and regulations may result in revocation of the transfer agreement. The effective date of the revocation will be set in accordance with the written transfer agreement.

Written notification of any transfer revocation shall be sent to the school district of residence.

Any appeals shall be made in accordance with FNG(LOCAL) and GF(LOCAL), as appropriate.

TRANSFER REQUESTS

EXCEPTIONS

FACTORS

REVOCATION OF TRANSFER

APPEALS

Humble ISD 101913 ADMISSIONS FDBINTRADISTRICT TRANSFERS AND CLASSROOM ASSIGNMENTS (LOCAL)

FDB(LOCAL)-BtoX, Proposed Revisions 01-22-09 1 of 1

PROPOSED REVISIONS Students shall be assigned to schools in the attendance areas in which they reside.

The campus principal shall be authorized to investigate and ap-prove transfers of students from one classroom to another on that campus.

The Superintendent shall be authorized to investigate and approve transfers between schools.The Superintendent shall develop regulations regarding general intradistrict transfers and trans-fers related to the Schools of Choice program. All intradistrict transfer requests shall be submitted on the appropriate forms within designated filing times. Applications and procedures for all intradistrict transfers shall be posted on the District Web site.

The District shall not provide transportation for a student granted a general intradistrict transfer, except as may be re-quired by law. Availability of transportation for a student granted an intradistrict transfer through the Schools of Choice program shall be determined by guidelines of the specific program.

A high school student granted an intradistrict transfer to a District high school shall be ineligible to participate in varsity athletics for the first year of enrollment at the new campus. Participation in other UIL activities shall be subject to UIL rules and guidelines.

Note: For transfers of students who are victims of bullying, see FDB (LEGAL). For transfers of students who attend a persistently dangerous school, become victims of a vio-lent criminal offense, or become victims of sexual as-sault, see FDD.

CLASS CHANGES

TRANSFERS BETWEEN SCHOOLS

TRANSPORTATION

UIL ELIGIBILITY

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Title: Update 84

Consideration of Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) Policy Update #84 Superintendent’s Recommendation: The Superintendent recommends that the Board review updated (LEGAL) policies and act on (LOCAL) policies as recommended in TASB Update #84, with the exception of local policy FDB. Background /Impact Information: The district subscribes to a service provided by TASB to propose and assist with the management and revision of Board policies. This Localized Policy Manual Update #84, previously distributed to the Board, includes two types of policies. There are a number of (LEGAL) policies that are being amended to reflect changes in legal citations or deleted because the legal provisions have expired. These changes to (LEGAL) policies do not require Board action since they reflect laws already in effect. There are also (LOCAL) policies in this Update that do require Board action, and are being brought to the Board at this time for adoption. The (LOCAL) policies in Update #84 are described in detail in the Explanatory Notes and Vantage Points (previously provided). The Local policies recommended for action at this time are BJCF, CDA, CE, CI, CNA, CFBB, EEH and FNCE. Update #84 includes recommended revisions to policy FDB, recommending more revisions to FDB (intradistrict transfers) than provided in Update #84 and brings those revisions to the Board under a separate agenda item. Fiscal Impact Statement: Cost: Budgetary Codes:



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Other Funds ( Specify): Attachments: 1) Update 84 – Packet 2) Update 84 - Vantage Points 3) Update 84 Local Policy Comparison List TASB Board Policy Update #84 attachments 1-2 were previously provided to Board members. Patrons or staff members may request a copy from Mrs. Peggy Young at 281-641-8001. Campus/Department Submitting Form: Dr. Guy Sconzo Date Submitted: January 22, 2009 Resource Personnel: A & B policies Guy Sconzo 281-641-8001; [email protected] C policies Lynn Lynn 281-641-8006; [email protected] D policies Janet Griffin 281-641-8161; [email protected] Mark Krueger 281-641-8712; [email protected] E & F policies Janet Orth 281-641-8115; [email protected] Cecilia Hawkins 281-641-8103; [email protected] Paula Almond 281-641-8102; [email protected] G policies Karen Collier 281-641-8202; [email protected]

Each marked-up (LOCAL) policy in this collection reflects an automated comparison of the updated policy with its precursor, as found in TASB Policy Service records. The comparison is generated by commercially available software with changes shown in red. Additions are underlined and deletions are struck through. While the software competently identifies simple changes, it generally handles major rewrites of policies—including the rearrangement of existing provisions, with or without extensive editing—with less dexterity. For further assistance in parsing changes, please refer to the explanatory notes in your Localized Policy Manual update packet, if applicable, or contact your Policy Consultant/Analyst.

Humble ISD 101913 SUPERINTENDENT BJCFNONRENEWAL (LOCAL)

DATE ISSUED: 1/231/5/2008 1 of 4UPDATE 82UPDATE 84 BJCF(LOCAL)-A

ADOPTED:

The Board’s decision not to renew the Superintendent’s contract shall not be based on the Superintendent’s exercise of rights guar-anteed by the Constitution, or based unlawfully on race, color, re-ligion, sex, national origin, disability, or age. Reasons for the non-renewal of the Superintendent’s contract shall be:

1. Deficiencies pointed out in evaluations, supplemental memo-randa, or other communications.

2. Failure to fulfill duties or responsibilities.

3. Incompetency or inefficiency in the performance of duties.

4. Insubordination or failure to comply with Board directives.

5. Failure to comply with Board policies or administrative regula-tions.

6. Failure of the District to make measurable progress towards the goals stated in the District improvement plan. [See BQ]

7. Conducting personal business during school hours when it results in neglect of duties.

8. Drunkenness or excessive use of alcoholic beverages; or possession, use, or being under the influence of alcohol or al-coholic beverages while on school property, while working in the scope of the employee’s duties, or while attending any school- or District-sponsored activity.

9. The illegal possession, use, manufacture, or distribution of a controlled substance, a drug, a dangerous drug, hallucino-gens, or other substances regulated by state statutes.

10. Failure to meet the District’s standards of professional con-duct.

11. Failure to report to the Board any arrest, indictment, convic-tion, no contest or guilty plea, or other adjudication for any felony, any crime involving moral turpitude, or other offense listed at DH(LOCAL). [See DH]

12. Conviction of or deferred adjudication for any felony, any crime involving moral turpitude, or other offense listed at DH(LOCAL); andor conviction of a lesser included offense pursuant to a plea when the original charged offense is a fel-ony. [See DH]

13. Failure to comply with reasonable District requirements re-garding advanced coursework or professional improvement and growth.

REASONS



ADOPTED:

14. Disability, not otherwise protected by law, that prevents the Superintendent from performing the essential functions of the job.

15. Any activity, school-connected or otherwise, that, because of publicity given it or knowledge of it among students, faculty, or community, impairs or diminishes the Superintendent’s effec-tiveness in the District.

16. Any breach by the Superintendent of an employment contract or any reason specified in the Superintendent’s employment contract.

17. Failure to maintain an effective working relationship, or main-tain good rapport, with parents, the community, staff, or the Board.

18. Assault on a person on school property or at a school-related function, or on an employee, student, or student’s parent re-gardless of time or place.

19. Use of profanity in the course of performing any duties of em-ployment, whether on or off school premises, in the presence of students, staff, or members of the public, if reasonably characterized as unprofessional.

20. Falsification of records or other documents related to the Dis-trict’s activities.

21. Falsification or omission of required information on an em-ployment application.

22. Misrepresentation of facts to the Board or other District offi-cials in the conduct of District business.

23. Failure to fulfill requirements for Superintendent certification.

24. Failure to fulfill the requirements of a deficiency plan under an Emergency Permit or a Special Assignment Permit.

25. Any attempt to encourage or coerce a child to withhold infor-mation from the child’s parent or from other District personnel.

26. Any reason constituting good cause for terminating the con-tract during its term.

If the Board determines that the Superintendent’s contract should be considered for nonrenewal, the Board shall deliver to the Super-intendent by hand or certified mail, return receipt requested, written notice of the proposed nonrenewal. This notice shall contain the hearing procedures and shall be delivered not later than the 30th day before the last day of the contract term.

NOTICE



ADOPTED:

If the Superintendent desires a hearing after receiving notice of the proposed nonrenewal, the Superintendent shall notify the Board in writing not later than the 15th day after receiving the notice. When the Board receives a timely request for a hearing on proposed non-renewal, the hearing shall be held not later than the 15th day after receipt of the request, unless the parties mutually agree to a delay. The Superintendent shall be given notice of the hearing date as soon as it is set.

The hearing shall be conducted in closed meeting unless the Su-perintendent requests that it be open, with only the members of the Board, the Superintendent, their chosen representatives, and such witnesses as may be called in attendance. Witnesses may be ex-cluded from the hearing until it is their turn to present evidence. The Superintendent and the Board may each be represented by a person designated in writing to act for them. Notice, at least five days in advance of the hearing, shall be given by each party in-tending to be represented, including the name of the representa-tive. Failure to give such notice may result in postponement of the hearing.

The conduct of the hearing shall be under the Board President’s control and in general shall follow the steps listed below:

1. After consultation with the parties, the Board President shall impose reasonable time limits for presentation of evidence and closing arguments.

2. The hearing shall begin with the Board’s presentation, sup-ported by such proof as it desires to offer.

3. The Superintendent may cross-examine any witnesses for the Board.

4. The Superintendent may then present such testimonial or documentary proofs, as desired, to offer in rebuttal or in gen-eral support of the contention that the contract be renewed.

5. The Board may cross-examine any witnesses for the Superin-tendent and offer rebuttal to the testimony of the Superinten-dent’s witnesses.

6. Closing arguments may be made by each party.

A record of the hearing shall be made so that a certified transcript can be prepared, if required.

The Board may consider only such evidence as is presented at the hearing. After all the evidence has been presented, if the Board determines that the reasons given in support of the recommenda-

HEARING

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BOARD DECISION



ADOPTED:ADOPTED:

tion to not renew the Superintendent’s contract are lawful, sup-ported by the evidence, and not arbitrary or capricious, it shall so notify the Superintendent by a written notice not later than the 15th day after the date on which the hearing is concluded. This notice shall also include the Board’s decision on renewal, which decision shall be final.

Humble ISD 101913 OTHER REVENUES CDAINVESTMENTS (LOCAL)

DATE ISSUED: 3/411/5/2008 1 of 7LDU 2008.01UPDATE 84 CDA(LOCAL)-X

It is the policy of the District that after allowing for anticipated cash flow requirements of the District and giving due consideration to the safety and risk of investment, all available funds shall be invested in conformity with this investment policy and governing statutes, seeking to safeguard assets, maintain liquidity, and optimize inter-est earnings.

This investment policy applies to all financial assets of the District. The financial assets consist of the following funds:

1. Operating Funds

2. Trust & Agency Funds

3. Internal Service Funds

4. Debt Service and Reserve Funds

5. Capital Projects Funds

The purpose of this investment policy is to comply with the Public Funds Investment Act Chapter 2256 of the Texas Government Code, which requires that the District annually adopt a written in-vestment policy regarding the investment of its funds and funds under its control. This policy addresses the methods, procedures and practices that must be exercised to ensure effective and judi-cious fiscal management of the District’s funds.

Investments of the following fund categories shall be consistent with this policy and in accordance with the strategy defined below.

The overall objective of the investment and cash management pol-icy is to ensure that District financial assets are properly safe-guarded, provide sufficient liquidity, and produce a reasonable rate of return while enabling the District to react to changes in economic conditions.

The longer the maturity of investments, the greater their price vola-tility. Therefore, the District concentrates its investment portfolio in short and intermediate term securities to limit market risk caused by changes in interest rates. The District attempts to match its investments with anticipated cash flow requirements. Cash flow requirements generally divide the portfolio into four major parts: liquidity needs, short-term needs, intermediate needs, and longer-term investments.

Investment strategies for operating funds, trust and agency funds, and internal service funds (including any commingled pools con-taining operating funds) shall have as their primary objectives safety, assurance that anticipated liabilities are matched and ade-quate investment liquidity provided. This may be accomplished by

POLICY

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STRATEGY / FUNDS

OPERATING, TRUST

AND AGENCY, AND

INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS



purchasing high quality, short- to medium-term maturity securities which will complement each other in a laddered maturity structure permitting some extension for yield enhancement. The maximum maturity of an individual security shall not exceed two years. The maximum dollar weighted average maturity shall be 270 days or less.

Investment strategies for debt service funds shall have as their primary objective the assurance of available funds adequate to fund the debt service obligations on a timely basis. Each succes-sive debt service payment shall be fully funded before extending maturities beyond that date. With the exception of state and local government securities (SLGS), the maximum maturity of an indi-vidual security shall not exceed two years.

Investment strategies for capital projects funds shall have as their objective assurance that anticipated cash flows are matched for adequate liquidity to meet capital project obligations. These objec-tives shall be accomplished by purchasing high-credit quality, short and intermediate securities with maturities closely matching the projected cash flow schedules. The stated final maturity dates of securities held may not exceed the estimated project completion date.

Effective cash management is recognized as essential to good fis-cal management and investment interest serves as a source of revenue to the District. The District’s investment portfolio shall be designed and managed in a prudent manner to obtain reasonable revenue within the limitations of the District’s cash flow needs, to be responsive to public trust, and to be in compliance with legal requirements and limitations.

Investments shall be made with the following objectives in priority order:

1. Safety and preservation of principal

2. Maintenance of sufficient liquidity to meet operating needs

3. Diversification

4. Optimization of earnings in the portfolio

All investments shall be in accordance with the Public Funds In-vestment Act (the “PFIA”) (Texas Government Code 2256), the Public Funds Collateral Act (Texas Government Code 2257), fed-eral and state laws. This investment policy applies to all assets of the District.

DEBT SERVICE AND

DEBT SERVICE RESERVE

CAPITAL PROJECTS

INVESTMENT

MANAGEMENT



Investments shall be made with judgment and care, under circum-stances then prevailing, that a person of prudence, discretion and intelligence would exercise in the management of their own affairs, not for speculation but for investment, considering the probable safety of principal as well as the probable income to be derived.

The Board designates the assistant superintendent for financial services and the director of finance to serve as the investment offi-cers of the District. The investment officers shall recommend ap-propriate legally authorized and adequately secured investments, and shall invest District funds as directed by the Board and in ac-cordance with the District’s adopted investment policy, generally accepted accounting procedures, and meeting the daily cash flow needs of the District.

The investment officers shall, within 12 months of assuming duties, attend training from a Board authorized source. The required ten hours of additional training shall be obtained each two-year period thereafter.

The investment officers shall observe financial market indicators, study financial trends, and utilize available educational tools in or-der to maintain appropriate investment managerial expertise.

Investment officers and employees of the District involved in the investment process shall refrain from personal business activity that could conflict with proper execution of the investment program or which could impair their ability to make impartial investment de-cisions. All investment officers shall complete disclosure related to potential conflicts of interest annually or as conditions change. In-vestment officers must file a disclosure statement with the Texas Ethics Commission and the District if:

1. The officer has a personal business relationship with a busi-ness organization offering to engage in an investment trans-action with the District.

2. The officer is related within the second degree by affinity or consanguinity, as determined by Chapter 537 of the Texas Government Code, to an individual seeking to transact in-vestment business with the District.

The investment officers shall be bonded or shall be covered under a fidelity insurance policy.

From those investments authorized by law and described further in the PFIA, the Board shall prohibit investing in reverse security re-purchase agreements and mutual funds other than money market mutual funds. The Board shall permit investment of District funds in only the following investment types, consistent with the strate-

INVESTMENT AUTHORITY

TRAINING

ETHICS AND

DISCLOSURE OF

CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

BONDING

AUTHORIZED INVESTMENTS



gies and maturities defined in this policy and in compliance with the maturity and diversification levels outlined:

1. Obligations of, or guaranteed by, the U.S. Government, its agencies and instrumentalities, excluding mortgage backed securities (MBS) and collateralized mortgage obligations not to exceed two years to stated maturity. For capital project funds, the stated final maturity dates of securities held may not exceed the expenditure plan or estimated project comple-tion date. (2256.009)

2. Fully insured or collateralized certificates of deposit from the District’s depository or a bank doing business in Texas under the terms of a written depository/collateral agreement with that bank, not to exceed six months to stated maturity. (2256.010)

3. Fully collateralized repurchase agreements as defined by the PFIA, with primary dealers, not to exceed one day in maturity, with a 102 percent collateral margin and under the terms of an executed master repurchase agreement. (2256.011)

4. Commercial paper rated no less than A1/P1 or its equivalent by two nationally recognized rating agencies, not to exceed three months to stated maturity. (2256.013)

5. SEC registered, money market mutual funds as defined by the PFIA. (2256.014)

6. AAA rated, constant dollar, Texas public funds investment pools as defined by the PFIA. (2256.016-2256.019)

Monitoring market prices for determining market values shall be done monthly and more often as economic conditions warrant by using independent and recognized sources such as reports, indi-ces, or benchmarks. The investment officers shall keep the Board informed of significant changes in the market values.

Any investment advisor to the District or any vendor with whom the District makes investment transactions, including brokers, pools, funds, and banks, must review the District’s investment policy and submit a written statement stating:

1. An authorized representative of the firm has received and re-viewed the District’s investment policy, and

2. Certifies that the firm has implemented reasonable proce-dures and controls in an effort to preclude investment transac-tions conducted between the District and the organization that are not authorized by the District’s investment policy, except

MONITORING MARKET

PRICES

AUTHORIZED

FINANCIAL DEALERS AND INSTITUTIONS



to the extent that this authorization is dependent on an analy-sis of the makeup of the District’s entire portfolio or requires an interpretation of subjective investment standards.

The investment officers shall review credentials and maintain in-formation on each counter-party transacting business with the Dis-trict. Requirements shall include registration with the Texas Securi-ties Commission and registration with the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASDFinancial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA).

A list of brokers/dealers/institutions authorized to do business with the District shall be prepared by the investment officers and re-viewed and adopted by the Board or a committee of the Board on no less than an annual basis.

All investment transactions, including certificates of deposit, shall be purchased or sold after a minimum of three offers/bids are taken to verify that the District is receiving fair market value/price for the investment. In order to get the best return on its investments, the District may solicit bids in writing, by telephone, or electronically. Competitive bids need not be solicited from investment pools. The investment officers shall analyze the pool rates relative value to other securities.

All book-entry transactions shall be settled on a delivery versus payment (DVP) basis to a District approved depository to assure District control of all its funds and assets. No securities shall be held by the transaction’s counter-party.

All assets, collateral, and investments of the District shall be held by independent third parties with a current District custodial agreement. The District shall receive and retain original safekeep-ing receipts providing proof of the District’s ownership.

Collateralization shall be required on all District time and demand deposits and repurchase agreements in order to anticipate market changes and provide sufficient security for District funds.

For time and demand deposits, the collateralization level shall be 102 percent of market value of principal and accrued interest. Mortgage backed collateral for time and demand deposit is re-quired at 110 percent margin.

For repurchase agreements, the collateralization level shall be 102 percent of market value of principal and accrued interest.

Collateral on time and demand deposits shall be held by an inde-pendent third party with which the District has a current custodial agreement executed under the terms of the Financial Institution

SOLICITING BIDS /

COMPETITIVE BIDDING

DELIVERY VERSUS PAYMENT

SAFEKEEPING AND CUSTODY

COLLATERALIZATION



Reform, Recovery and Enforcement Act (FIRREA) and adopted by the bank board or bank loan committee. An original safekeeping receipt shall be supplied to the District and retained.

The bank or counter-party shall be responsible for monitoring and maintaining the margins at all times.

The right of collateral substitution is granted with prior District ap-proval.

To reduce exposure to changes in interest rates that could ad-versely affect the value of investments, the District shall use final and weighted-average-maturity limits and diversification.

The District shall monitor interest rate risk using weighted average maturity and specific identification.

A system of internal controls shall be established and documented in writing and shall include specific procedures designating who has authority to purchase securities and execute investment trans-actions for the District. The controls shall be designed to protect against losses of public funds arising from fraud, employee error, misrepresentation by third parties, unanticipated changes in finan-cial markets, or imprudent actions by employees and officers of the District. Controls deemed most important shall include:

1. Separation of transaction authority from accounting and re-cordkeeping and electronic transfer of funds.

2. Avoidance of collusion.

3. Custodial safekeeping.

4. Clear delegation of authority.

5. Written confirmation of all transactions.

6. Documentation of dealer questionnaires, quotations and bids, evaluations, transactions and rationale.

In conjunction with the annual financial audit, the District’s auditors shall perform a compliance audit of management controls on in-vestments and adherence to this policy as well as a review of the monthly reports sent to the Board.

An investment report shall be prepared monthly by the investment officers and a quarterly report prepared in accordance with the PFIA for the Board. The quarterly reports shall be signed and submitted in a timely manner to the Board. At a minimum, the re-port shall contain the following:

INTEREST RATE RISK

INTERNAL CONTROLS

REPORTING



ADOPTED:

1. The detail of each investment and depository position held including the book and market value of each security held and the stated maturity of each.

2. The beginning and ending market and book value of the port-folio for the period reported.

3. Additions and changes to the market value during the period.

4. Fully accrued interest and earnings for the period.

5. The weighted average maturity for the portfolio.

6. The period yield of the benchmark(s) and the portfolio.

Humble ISD 101913 ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET CE (LOCAL)

DATE ISSUED: 4/3/200611/5/2008 1 of 2LDU-14-06UPDATE 84 CE(LOCAL)-X

ADOPTED:

The District shall operate on a fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30July 1 and ending June 30.

Budget planning shall be an integral part of overall program plan-ning so that the budget effectively reflects the District’s programs and activities and provides the resources to implement them. In the budget planning process, general educational goals, specific program goals, and alternatives for achieving program goals shall be considered, as well as input from the District- and campus-level planning and decision-making committees. Budget planning and evaluation are continuous processes and shall be a part of each month’s activities.

After it is presented to the Board and prior to adoption, a copy of the proposed budget shall be available upon request from the fi-nance services division or Superintendent. The Superintendent or designee shall be available to answer questions arising from in-spection of the budget.

The annual public meeting to discuss the proposed budget and tax rate shall be conducted as follows:

1. The Board President shall request at the beginning of the meeting that all persons who desire to speak on the proposed budget and/or tax rate sign up on the sheet provided.

2. Prior to the beginning of the meeting, the Board may establish time limits for speakers.

3. Speakers shall confine their remarks to the appropriation of funds as contained in the proposed budget and/or the tax rate.

4. No officer or employee of the District shall be required to re-spond to questions from speakers at the meeting.

The adopted budget provides authority to expend funds for the purposes indicated and in accordance with state law, Board policy, and the District’s approved purchasing procedures. The expendi-ture of funds shall be under the direction of the Superintendent or designee who shall ensure that funds are expended in accordance with the adopted budget.

The Board shall amend the budget for the general fund, food ser-vice special revenue fund, and debt service fund shall be amended when a change is requested to increase or decrease any functional spending category or revenue and other resources object category. However, budget changes for capital projects and federal and grant programs shall be presented monthly as supplemental data (as opposed to prior approval) under guidelines adopted by the Board.

FISCAL YEAR

BUDGET PLANNING

AVAILABILITY OF

PROPOSED BUDGET

BUDGET MEETING

AUTHORIZED EXPENDITURES

BUDGET AMENDMENTS

Humble ISD 101913 ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET CE (LOCAL)

DATE ISSUED: 4/3/200611/5/2008 2 of 2LDU-14-06UPDATE 84 CE(LOCAL)-X

ADOPTED:ADOPTED:

All revenue received by the District shall be deposited as a reve-nue transaction in the appropriate fund and shall become a part of the fund balance. Any allocation of such revenue from the fund balance shall be approved by the Board as a budget amendment prior to any encumbrance or expenditure.

In order to preserve financial stability, the District must be prepared to respond to cash flow shortages, large or unexpected one-time expenditures, changes in the economy, and changes in state fund-ing. The District shall, therefore, target a yearly minimum unre-served, undesignated general fund balance of ten percent of total operating expenditures.

REVENUE

FUND BALANCE

Humble ISD 101913 TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT CNASTUDENT TRANSPORTATION (LOCAL)

DATE ISSUED: 2/29/198811/5/2008 1 of 1UPDATE 33UPDATE 84 CNA(LOCAL)-B2CNA(LOCAL)-B

ADOPTED:

The District shall not provide transportation to any student for whom it does not receive state transportation funds, except as may be required by the individualized education program of a student with disabilities.

All students who use District transportation shall board buses at authorized stops. Authorized bus stops shall be designated annu-ally by the Superintendent or designee, in cooperation with the regular bus driver(s). Bus drivers shall load and unload passen-gers only at authorized stops.

Safety precautions shall be exercised in bus operations at all times. If at any time the bus driver is uncertain about road or vehi-cle conditions, or other safety factors, the driver shall park the ve-hicle until safe operating conditions are assured.

ELIGIBILITY

BUS STOPS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Humble ISD 101913 TERM CONTRACTS DFBBNONRENEWAL (LOCAL)

DATE ISSUED: 6/8/200711/5/2008 1 of 5UPDATE 80UPDATE 84 DFBB(LOCAL)-A

ADOPTED:

The recommendation to the Board and its decision not to renew a contract under this policy shall not be based on an employee’s ex-ercise of Constitutional rights or based unlawfully on an employee’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or age. Reasons for proposed nonrenewal of an employee’s term contract shall be:

1. Deficiencies pointed out in observation reports, appraisals or evaluations, supplemental memoranda, or other communica-tions.

2. Failure to fulfill duties or responsibilities.

3. Incompetency or inefficiency in the performance of duties.

4. Inability to maintain discipline in any situation in which the employee is responsible for the oversight and supervision of students.

5. Insubordination or failure to comply with official directives.

6. Failure to comply with Board policies or administrative regula-tions.

7. Excessive absences.

8. Conducting personal business during school hours when it results in neglect of duties.

9. Reduction in force because of financial exigency or program change. [See DFF]

10. A decision by a campus intervention team under Education Code 39.1324 that the employee not be retained at a recon-stituted campus.

11. Drunkenness or excessive use of alcoholic beverages; or possession, use, or being under the influence of alcohol or al-coholic beverages while on school property, while working in the scope of the employee’s duties, or while attending any school- or District-sponsored activity.

12. The illegal possession, use, manufacture, or distribution of a controlled substance, a drug, a dangerous drug, hallucino-gens, or other substances regulated by state statutes.

13. Failure to meet the District’s standards of professional con-duct.

14. Failure to report any arrest, indictment, conviction, no contest or guilty plea, or other adjudication for any felony, any crime involving moral turpitude, or other offense listed at DH(LOCAL). [See DH]

REASONS



ADOPTED:

15. Conviction of or deferred adjudication for any felony, any crime involving moral turpitude, or other offense listed at DH(LOCAL); andor conviction of a lesser included offense pursuant to a plea when the original charged offense is a fel-ony. [See DH]

16. Failure to comply with reasonable District requirements re-garding advanced coursework or professional improvement and growth.

17. Disability, not otherwise protected by law, that prevents the employee from performing the essential functions of the job.

18. Any activity, school-connected or otherwise, that, because of publicity given it, or knowledge of it among students, faculty, and community, impairs or diminishes the employee’s effec-tiveness in the District.

19. Any breach by the employee of an employment contract or any reason specified in the employee’s employment contract.

20. Failure to maintain an effective working relationship, or main-tain good rapport, with parents, the community, or colleagues.

21. A significant lack of student progress attributable to the edu-cator.

22. Behavior that presents a danger of physical harm to a student or to other individuals.

23. Assault on a person on school property or at a school-related function, or on an employee, student, or student’s parent re-gardless of time or place.

24. Use of profanity in the course of performing any duties of em-ployment, whether on or off school premises, in the presence of students, staff, or members of the public, if reasonably characterized as unprofessional.

25. Falsification of records or other documents related to the Dis-trict’s activities.

26. Falsification or omission of required information on an em-ployment application.

27. Misrepresentation of facts to a supervisor or other District offi-cial in the conduct of District business.

28. Failure to fulfill requirements for certification, including pass-ing certification examinations required by state law for the employee’s assignment.



ADOPTED:

29. Failure to achieve or maintain “highly qualified” status as re-quired for the employee’s assignment.

30. Failure to fulfill the requirements of a deficiency plan under an Emergency Permit, a Special Assignment Permit, or a Tempo-rary Classroom Assignment Permit.

31. Any attempt to encourage or coerce a child to withhold infor-mation from the child’s parent or from other District personnel.

32. Any reason that makes the employment relationship void or voidable, such as a violation of federal, state, or local law.

33. Any reason constituting good cause for terminating the con-tract during its term.

Administrative recommendations for renewal or proposed nonre-newal of professional employee contracts shall be submitted to the Superintendent. The Superintendent shall require that eachEach administrator’s recommendation for nonrenewal shall be accompa-nied by copies of all pertinent information necessary to a decision to recommend proposed nonrenewal. The final decision on the administrative recommendation to the Board on each employee’s contract rests with the Superintendent.

The Superintendent shall prepare lists of employees whose con-tracts are recommended for renewal or proposed nonrenewal by the Board. Copies of written evaluations, other supportingSupport-ing documentation, if any, and reasons for the recommendation shall be submitted for each employee recommended for proposed nonrenewal. The Board shall consider such information, as appro-priate, in support of recommendations for proposed nonrenewal and shall then act on all recommendations.

The Superintendent shall deliver to the employee by hand or certi-fied mail, return receipt requested, written notice of proposed re-newal or nonrenewal not later than the 45th day before the last day of instruction required in the contract. If the notice of proposed nonrenewal does not contain a statement of the reason or all of the reasons for the proposed action, and the employee requests a hearing, the District shall give the employee notice of all reasons for the proposed nonrenewal a reasonable time before the hearing. The initial notice or any subsequent notice shall contain the hear-ing procedures.

If the employee desires a hearing after receiving the notice of pro-posed nonrenewal, the employee shall notify the Board in writing not later than the 15th day after the date the employee received the notice of proposed nonrenewal. When a timely request for a hearing on a proposed nonrenewal is received by the Board Presi-

RECOMMENDATIONS

FROM ADMINISTRATION

SUPERINTENDENT’S RECOMMENDATION

NOTICE OF

PROPOSED

RENEWAL OR NONRENEWAL

REQUEST FOR HEARING



ADOPTED:

dent, the hearing shall be held not later than the 15th day after re-ceipt of the request, unless the parties mutually agree to a delay. The employee shall be given notice of the hearing date as soon as it is set.

TheUnless the employee requests that the hearing be open, the hearing shall be conducted in closed meeting unless the employee requests that it be open, with only the members of the Board, the employee, the Superintendent, their representatives, and such wit-nesses as may be called in attendance. Witnesses may be ex-cluded from the hearing until it is their turncalled to present evi-dence. The employee and the administration may each be represented bychoose a representative of each party’s choice. No-tice, at least five days in advance of the hearing, shall be given by each party intending to be represented, including the name of the representative. Failure to give such notice may result in post-ponement of the hearing.

The conduct of the hearing shall be under the Board President’s control and in general shall generally follow the steps listed below:

1. After consultation with the parties, the Board President shall impose reasonable time limits for presentation of evidence and closing arguments.

2. The hearing shall begin with the administration’s presentation, supported by such proof as it desires to offer.

3. The employee may cross-examine any witnesses for the ad-ministration.

4. The employee may then present such testimonial or docu-mentary proof, as desired, to offer in rebuttal or general sup-port of the contention that the contract be renewed.

5. The administration may cross-examine any witnesses for the employee and offer rebuttal to the testimony of the em-ployee’s witnesses.

6. Closing arguments may be made by each party.

A record of the hearing shall be made so that a certified transcript can be prepared, if required.

The Board may consider only such evidence as is presented at the hearing. After all the evidence has been presented, if the Board determines that the reasons given in support of the recommenda-tion to not renew the employee’s contract are lawful, supported by the evidence, and not arbitrary or capricious, it shall so notify the employee by a written notice not later than the 15th day after the date on which the hearing is concluded. This notice shall also in-

HEARING PROCEDURE

BOARD DECISION



ADOPTED:ADOPTED:

clude the Board’s decision on renewal, which decision shall be fi-nal.

Humble ISD 101913 INSTRUCTIONAL ARRANGEMENTS EEHHOMEBOUND INSTRUCTION (LOCAL)

DATE ISSUED: 11/29/20055/2008 1 of 1UPDATE 77UPDATE 84 EEH(LOCAL)-A

ADOPTED:

A Consistent with TEA’s Student Attendance Accounting Handbook (SAAH), a student to be confined for a minimum of four consecu-tive weeks to a hospital or homebound for medical reasons specifi-cally documented by a physician licensed to practice in the U.S.nited States may be eligible for general education homebound services. The parent’s request for services shall be made through the principal in accordance with TEA’s Student Attendance Ac-counting Handbook SAAH and administrative procedures.

The principal or designee shall convene a placement committee composed of at least a campus administrator, a teacher of the stu-dent, and the parent or guardian of the student to consider the ne-cessity of providing general education homebound instruction to the student. If the committee determines that such instruction is appropriate, the committee shall determine the type and amount of instruction to be provided and, when the student is able to return to the regular educational setting, the length of the transition period based on current medical information.

For special education students, the ARD committee shall determine the type and amount of instruction to be provided and, when the student is able to return to the regular educational setting, the length of the transition period based on current medical informa-tion.

The District shall maintain, in accordance with administrative pro-cedures, full documentation about students receiving homebound services.

GENERAL EDUCATION

SPECIAL EDUCATION

DOCUMENTATION OF SERVICES

1


Regular Meeting




/ Discussion Item


Title: Revisions to Local Board Complaint Policies

Consideration of Proposed Revisions to Local Board Complaint Policies DGBA, FNG, and GF Superintendent’s Recommendation: The Superintendent recommends that the Board adopt the proposed revisions to Board policies DGBA (Local), FNG (Local) and GF (Local). Background /Impact Information: The District subscribes to a service provided by TASB to propose and assist with the management and revision of Board policies. In the last revision, Update #83, TASB proposed changes to the District's three main complaint policies: DGBA (employees), FNG (parents and students) and GF (public). The administration pulled those policies from Update #83 in order to further refine the proposed changes based upon the District's unique needs. The Board also discussed potential changes to these policies during a special meeting on November 20, 2008. The Superintendent brings these policies back to the Board for action. The recommended revisions incorporate a number of TASB-proposed modifications, as well as modifications generated by the administration in response to the District's and the Board's needs. Many of the changes reflect existing District practice. Any changes to these policies will affect complaints first filed after the date that the Board adopts those revisions. Fiscal Impact Statement: Cost: Budgetary Codes:


One-Time - - - - -


Student

Approved

2





Attachments: 1) Proposed revisions to Update #83 version of DGBA 2) Proposed revisions to Update #83 version of FNG 3) Proposed revisions to Update #83 version of GF To see a redline comparison of the Update #83 version of the local policies to existing policies, please contact Ms. Margaret Baker at 281.641.8008. Campus/Department Submitting Form: Dr. Guy Sconzo, General Counsel Office Date Submitted: January 22, 2009 Resource Personnel: Stephanie Rosenberg 281.641.8008 [email protected]

Humble ISD 101913 PERSONNEL-MANAGEMENT RELATIONS DGBAEMPLOYEE COMPLAINTS/GRIEVANCES (LOCAL)

DATE ISSUED: 5/13/2008 1 of 7UPDATE 83 DGBA(LOCAL)-A

The Board encourages employees to discuss their concerns and complaints through informal conferences with their supervisor, principal, or other appropriate administrator.

Concerns should be expressed as soon as possible to allow early resolution at the lowest possible administrative level.

Employees shall not be prohibited from communicating with a member of the Board regarding District operations except when communication between an employee and a Board member would be inappropriate because of a pending hearing or appeal related to the employee.

If an informal conference regarding a complaint fails to reach the outcome requested by the employee, he or she may initiate the formal process described below by timely filing a written complaint form.

Even after initiating the formal complaint process, employees are encouraged to seek informal resolution of their concerns. An em-ployee whose concerns are resolved may withdraw a formal com-plaint at any time.

The process described in this policy shall not be construed to cre-ate new or additional rights beyond those granted by law or Board policy, nor to require a full evidentiary hearing or “mini-trial” at any level.

The District shall inform employees of this policy.

Neither the Board nor any District employee shall unlawfully retali-ate against an employee for bringing a concern or complaint.

Whistleblower complaints shall be filed within the time specified by law and may be made to the Superintendent or designee beginning at Level Two. Time lines for the employee and the District set out in this policy may be shortened to allow the Board to make a final decision within 60 calendar days of the initiation of the complaint. [See DG]

Complaints alleging a violation of law by a supervisor may be made to the Superintendent or designee. Complaints alleging a violation of law by the Superintendent may be made directly to the Board or designee.

In this policy, the terms “complaint” and “grievance” shall have the same meaning. This policy shall apply to all employee complaints, except as provided below.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

INFORMAL PROCESS

DIRECT COMMUNICATION WITH BOARD MEMBERS

FORMAL PROCESS

NOTICE TO EMPLOYEES

FREEDOM FROM RETALIATION

WHISTLEBLOWER COMPLAINTS

COMPLAINTS AGAINST SUPERVISORS

COMPLAINTS



This policy shall not apply to:

1. Complaints alleging discrimination, including violations of Title IX (gender), Title VII (sex, race, color, religion, national origin), ADEA (age), or Section 504 (disability). [See DIA]

2. Complaints alleging certain forms of harassment, including harassment by a supervisor and violations of Title VII. [See DIA]

3. Complaints concerning retaliation relating to discrimination and harassment. [See DIA]

4. Complaints concerning instructional materials. [See EFA]

5. Complaints concerning a commissioned peace officer who is an employee of the District (except for complaints brought by a commissioned peace officer directly related to their own employment that is not otherwise described in these Excep-tions). [See CKE]

6. Complaints arising from the proposed nonrenewal of a term contract issued under Chapter 21 of the Education Code. [See DFBB]

7. Complaints arising from the proposed termination or suspen-sion without pay of an employee on a probationary, term, or continuing contract issued under Chapter 21 of the Education Code during the contract term. [See DFAA, DFBA, or DFCA, respectively]

Complaint forms and appeal notices may be filed by hand-delivery, fax, or U.S. Mail. Hand-delivered filings shall be timely filed if re-ceived by the appropriate administrator or designee by the close of business on the deadline. Fax filings shall be timely filed if they are received on or before the deadline, as indicated by the date/time shown on the fax copy. Mail filings shall be timely filed if they are postmarked by U.S. Mail on or before the deadline and received by the appropriate administrator or designated represen-tative no more than three days after the deadline.

At Levels One and Two, “response” shall mean a written communi-cation to the employee from the appropriate administrator. Re-sponses may be hand-delivered or sent by U.S. Mail to the em-ployee’s mailing address of record. Mailed responses shall be timely if they are postmarked by U.S. Mail on or before the dead-line.

EXCEPTIONS

GENERAL PROVISIONS

FILING

RESPONSE



“Days” shall mean District business days, unless otherwise noted. In calculating time lines under this policy, the day a document is filed is “day zero.” The following business day is “day one.”

“Representative” shall mean any person who or an organization that does not claim the right to strike and is designated by the em-ployee to represent him or her in the complaint process.

The employee may designate a representative through written no-tice to the District at any level of this process. If the employee des-ignates a representative with fewer than three days’ notice to the District before a scheduled conference or hearing, the District may reschedule the conference or hearing to a later date, if desired, in order to include the District’s counsel. The District may be repre-sented by counsel at any level of the process.

Complaints arising out of an event or a series of related events shall be addressed in one complaint. Employees shall not bring separate or serial complaints arising from any event or series of events that have been or could have been addressed in a previous complaint.

When two or more complaints are sufficiently similar in nature and remedy sought to permit their resolution through one proceeding, the District may consolidate the complaints.

All time limits shall be strictly followed unless modified by mutual written consent.

If a complaint form or appeal notice is not timely filed, the com-plaint may be dismissed, on written notice to the employee, at any point during the complaint process. The employee may appeal the dismissal by seeking review in writing within ten days from the date of the written dismissal notice, starting at the level at which the complaint was dismissed. Such appeal shall be limited to the issue of timeliness.

Each party shall pay its own costs incurred in the course of the complaint.

Complaints under this policy shall be submitted in writing on a form provided by the District.

Copies of any documents that support the complaint should be at-tached to the complaint form. If the employee does not have cop-ies of these documents, they may be presented at the Level One conference. After the Level One conference, no new documents may be submitted by the employee unless the employee did not know the documents existed before the Level One conference.

DAYS

REPRESENTATIVE

CONSOLIDATING COMPLAINTS

UNTIMELY FILINGS

COSTS INCURRED

COMPLAINT FORM



A complaint form that is incomplete in any material aspect may be dismissed, but may be refiled with all the required information if the refiling is within the designated time for filing a complaint.

Complaint forms must be filed:

1. Within 15 days of the date the employee first knew, or with reasonable diligence should have known, of the decision or action giving rise to the complaint or grievance; and

2. With the lowest level administrator who has the authority to remedy the alleged problem.

In most circumstances, employees on a school campus shall file Level One complaints with the campus principal; other District employees shall file Level One complaints with their immediate supervisor.

If the only administrator who has authority to remedy the al-leged problem is the Superintendent or designee, the com-plaint may begin at Level Two following the procedure, includ-ing deadlines, for filing the complaint form at Level One.

If the complaint is not filed with the appropriate administrator, the receiving administrator must note the date and time the complaint form was received and immediately forward the complaint form to the appropriate administrator.

The appropriate administrator shall investigate as necessary and hold a conference with the employee within ten days after receipt of the written complaint. The administrator will use reasonable ef-forts to set up a mutually agreeable conference time within ten days after his or her receipt of the complaint. The administrator may set reasonable time limits for the conference. The administra-tor and the employee may agree to hold a conference outside the ten-day timeline.

The administrator shall provide the employee a written response within ten days following the conference. If no conference is held within the ten-day deadline and the parties have not mutually agreed on another conference time, the administrator shall provide the employee with a written response within ten days from the last business day a conference could have been held (in this case, the administrator may rely on the information provided in the written complaint and any other information maintained by the District that may be relevant to the subject matter of the complaint). The writ-ten response shallmay set forth the basis of the decision. In reach-ing a decision, the administrator may consider information provided at the Level One conference and any other relevant documents or

LEVEL ONE



information the administrator believes will help resolve the com-plaint.

If the employee did not receive the relief requested at Level One or if the time for a response has expired, the employee may request a conference with the Superintendent or designee to appeal the Level One decision.

The appeal notice must be filed in writing, on a form provided by the District, within ten days of the date of the written Level One re-sponse or, if no response was received, within ten days of the Level One response deadline.

After receiving notice of the appeal, the Level One administrator shall prepare and forward a record of the Level One complaint to the Level Two administrator. The employee may request a copy of the Level One record.

The Level One record shall include:

1. The original complaint form and any attachments.

2. All other documents submitted by the employee at Level One.

3. The written response issued at Level One and any attach-ments.

4. All other documents considered and relied upon by the Level One administrator in reaching the Level One decision.

5. Any audio recording of the Level One conference, if made by the Level One administrator.

The Superintendent or designee shall hold a conference within ten days after the appeal notice is filed. The conference shall be lim-ited to the issues presented by the employee at Level One and that are identified in the Level Two appeal notice. The Level Two administrator may also consider the employee's specific disagree-ments with the Level One response or documents / information re-lied upon by the Level One administrator. At the conference, the employee may provide information concerning any documents or information relied upon by the administration for the Level One de-cision. The Superintendent or designee may set reasonable time limits for the conference.

The Superintendent or designee shall provide the employee a writ-ten response within ten days following the conference. If no con-ference is held within the ten-day deadline and the parties have not mutually agreed on another conference time, the Superintendent or designee shall provide the employee with a written response within ten days from the last business day a conference could have been

LEVEL TWO



held (in this case, the administrator may rely on the information provided in the written complaint and any other information main-tained by the District that may be relevant to the subject matter of the complaint). The written response shall may set forth the basis of the decision. In reaching a decision, the Superintendent or des-ignee may consider the Level One record, information provided at the Level Two conference, and any other relevant documents or information the Superintendent or designee believes will help re-solve the complaint.

Recordings of the Level One and Level Two conferences, if any, shall be maintained with the Level One and Level Two records.

If the employee did not receive the relief requested at Level Two or if the time for a response has expired, the employee may appeal the decision to the Board.

The appeal notice must be filed in writing, on a form provided by the District, within ten days of the date of the written Level Two re-sponse or, if no response was received, within ten days of the Level Two response deadline.

The Superintendent or designee shall inform the employee of the date, time, and place of the Board meeting at which the complaint will be on the agenda for presentation to the Board.

The Superintendent or designee shall provide the Board the record of the Level Two complaint. The employee may request a copy of the Level Two record.

The Level Two record shall include:

1. The Level One record.

2. The written response issued at Level Two and any attach-ments.

3. All other documents considered and relied upon by the ad-ministration in reaching the Level Two decision.

4. Any audio recording of the Level Two conference

If at the Level Three hearing the administration intends to rely on evidence not included in the Level Two record, the administration shall include that information in the record packet to the Board along with a written explanation to the Board regarding why the information is relevant to the subject matter of the complaint. The administration shall provide the employee notice of the nature of the evidence at least three five days before the hearing. The em-ployee may provide the Board with a written response to the new

LEVEL THREE



ADOPTED:

information, which shall be included in the record packet to the Board.

The District shall determine whether the complaint will be pre-sented in open or closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act and other applicable law. [See BE]

The presiding officer may set reasonable time limits and guidelines for the presentation including an opportunity for the employee and administration to each make a presentation and provide rebuttal and an opportunity for questioning by the Board. The Board shall hear the complaint and may request that the administration provide an explanation for the decisions at the preceding levels. The Board will consider only the subject matters and issues present in Levels One and Two or otherwise included in the record packet to the Board if based upon new information provided by the admini-stration at Level Three.

In addition to any other record of the Board meeting required by law, the Board shall prepare a separate record of the Level Three presentation. The Level Three presentation, including the presen-tation by the employee or the employee’s representative, any pres-entation from the administration, and questions from the Board with responses, shall be recorded by audio recording, video/audio re-cording, or court reporter.

The Board shall then consider the complaint, the record and any new information provided by the administration at Level Three or written employee responses to that new information.

The Board may uphold or reverse the administration's decision at Level Two or it may vote to remand the matter back to Level Two with specific instructions. Alternatively, the Board may request re-quest that the Level Three hearing be continued until the next regu-larly scheduled Board meeting if exceptional circumstances arise. It may give notice of its decision orally or in writing at any time up to and including the next regularly scheduled Board meeting. If the Board does not make a decision regarding the complaint by the end of the next regularly scheduled meeting, the lack of a response by the Board upholds the administrative decision at Level Two.

Humble ISD 101913 STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES FNGSTUDENT AND PARENT COMPLAINTS/GRIEVANCES (LOCAL)

DATE ISSUED: 5/13/2008 1 of 7UPDATE 83 FNG(LOCAL)-A

The Board encourages students and parents to discuss their con-cerns and complaints through informal conferences with the appro-priate teacher, principal, or other campus administrator.


If an informal conference regarding a complaint fails to reach the outcome requested by the student or parent, the student or parent may initiate the formal process described below by timely filing a written complaint form.

Even after initiating the formal complaint process, students and parents are encouraged to seek informal resolution of their con-cerns. A student or parent whose concerns are resolved may with-draw a formal complaint at any time.


Neither the Board nor any District shall unlawfully retaliate against any student or parent for bringing a concern or complaint.

The District shall inform students and parents of this policy.

In this policy, the terms “complaint” and “grievance” shall have the same meaning. This policy shall apply to all student and parent complaints, except as provided below.


1. Complaints alleging discrimination or harassment based on race, color, gender, national origin, disability, or religion. [See FFH]

2. Complaints concerning dating violence. [See FFH]

3. Complaints concerning retaliation related to discrimination and harassment. [See FFH]

4. Complaints concerning bullying. [See FFI]

5. Complaints concerning loss of credit on the basis of atten-dance. [See FEC]

6. Complaints concerning removal to a disciplinary alternative education program. [See FOC]

7. Complaints concerning expulsion. [See FOD and the Student Code of Conduct]

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

INFORMAL PROCESS

FORMAL PROCESS


NOTICE TO STUDENTS AND PARENTS

COMPLAINTS

EXCEPTIONS



8. Complaints concerning identification, evaluation, or educa-tional placement of a student with a disability within the scope of Section 504. [See FB]

9. Complaints concerning identification, evaluation, educational placement, or discipline of a student with a disability within the scope of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. [See EHBA, FOF, and the parents’ rights handbook provided to parents of all students referred to special education]


11. Complaints concerning a commissioned peace officer who is an employee of the District. [See CKE]

12. Complaints concerning intradistrict transfers or campus as-signments. [See FDB]


At Levels One and Two, “response” shall mean a written communi-cation to the student or parent from the appropriate administrator. Responses may be hand-delivered or sent by U.S. Mail to the stu-dent’s or parent’s mailing address of record. Mailed responses shall be timely if they are postmarked by U.S. Mail on or before the deadline.

“Days” shall mean District business days. In calculating time lines under this policy, the day a document is filed is “day zero.” The following business day is “day one.”

“Representative” shall mean any person who or organization that is designated by the student or parent to represent the student or parent in the complaint process. A student may be represented by an adult at any level of the complaint.

The student or parent may designate a representative through writ-ten notice to the District at any level of this process. If the student or parent designates a representative with fewer than three days’ notice to the District before a scheduled conference or hearing, the District may reschedule the conference or hearing to a later date, if

GENERAL PROVISIONS

FILING

RESPONSE

DAYS

REPRESENTATIVE



desired, in order to include the District’s counsel. The District may be represented by counsel at any level of the process.

Complaints arising out of an event or a series of related events shall be addressed in one complaint. A student or parent shall not bring separate or serial complaints arising from any event or series of events that have been or could have been addressed in a previ-ous complaint.


If a complaint form or appeal notice is not timely filed, the com-plaint may be dismissed, on written notice to the student or parent, at any point during the complaint process. The student or parent may appeal the dismissal by seeking review in writing within ten days from the date of the written dismissal notice, starting at the level at which the complaint was dismissed. Such appeal shall be limited to the issue of timeliness.



Copies of any documents that support the complaint should be at-tached to the complaint form. If the student or parent does not have copies of these documents, copies may be presented at the Level One conference. After the Level One conference, no new documents may be submitted by the student or parent unless the student or parent did not know the documents existed before the Level One conference.



1. Within 15 days of the date the student or parent first knew, or with reasonable diligence should have known, of the decision or action giving rise to the complaint or grievance; and


In most circumstances, students and parents shall file Level One complaints with the campus principal.


UNTIMELY FILINGS

COSTS INCURRED

COMPLAINT FORM

LEVEL ONE





The appropriate administrator shall investigate as necessary and hold a conference with the student or parent within ten days after receipt of the written complaint. The administrator will use reason-able efforts to set up a mutually agreeable conference time within ten days after his or her receipt of the complaint. The administrator may set reasonable time limits for the conference. The administra-tor and the student or parent may agree to hold a conference out-side the ten-day timeline.

The administrator shall provide the student or parent a written re-sponse within ten days following the conference. If no conference is held within the ten-day deadline and the parties have not mutu-ally agreed on another conference time, the administrator shall provide the student or parent with a written response within ten days from the last business day a conference could have been held (in this case, the administrator may rely on the information provided in the written complaint and any other information main-tained by the District that may be relevant to the subject matter of the complaint). The written response shall may set forth the basis of the decision. In reaching a decision, the administrator may con-sider information provided at the Level One conference and any relevant documents or information the administrator believes will help resolve the complaint.

If the student or parent did not receive the relief requested at Level One or if the time for a response has expired, the student or parent may request a conference with the Superintendent or designee to appeal the Level One decision.

The appeal notice must be filed in writing, on a form provided by the District, within ten days of the date of the written Level One re-sponse or, if no response was received, within ten days of the Level One response deadline.

After receiving notice of the appeal, the Level One administrator shall prepare and forward a record of the Level One complaint to the Level Two administrator. The student or parent may request a copy of the Level One record.

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2. All other documents submitted by the student or parent at Level One.




The Superintendent or designee shall hold a conference within ten days after the appeal notice is filed. The conference shall be lim-ited to the issues presented by the student or parent at Level One and that are identified in the Level Two appeal notice. The Level Two administrator may also consider the student's or parent's spe-cific disagreements with the Level One response or documents / information relied upon by the Level One administrator. At the con-ference, the student or parent may provide information concerning any documents or information relied on by the administration for the Level One decision. The Superintendent or designee may set reasonable time limits for the conference.

The Superintendent or designee shall provide the student or parent a written response within ten days following the conference. If no conference is held within the ten-day deadline and the parties have not mutually agreed on another conference time, the Superinten-dent or designee shall provide the student or parent with a written response within ten days from the last business day a conference could have been held (in this case, the administrator may rely on the information provided in the written complaint and any other in-formation maintained by the District that may be relevant to the subject matter of the complaint). The written response shall may set forth the basis of the decision. In reaching a decision, the Su-perintendent or designee may consider the Level One record, in-formation provided at the Level Two conference, and any other relevant documents or information the Superintendent or designee believes will help resolve the complaint.


If the student or parent did not receive the relief requested at Level Two or if the time for a response has expired, the student or parent may appeal the decision to the Board.

LEVEL THREE



The appeal notice must be filed in writing, on a form provided by the District, within ten days of the written Level Two response or, if no response was received, within ten days of the Level Two re-sponse deadline.

The Superintendent or designee shall inform the student or parent of the date, time, and place of the Board meeting at which the complaint will be on the agenda for presentation to the Board.

The Superintendent or designee shall provide the Board the record of the Level Two complaint. The student or parent may request a copy of the Level Two record.





4. Any audio recording of the Level Two conference

If, at the Level Three hearing, the administration intends to rely on evidence not included in the records, the administration shall in-clude that information in the record packet to the Board along with a written explanation to the Board regarding why the information is relevant to the subject matter of the complaint. The shalladminis-tration shall provide the student or parent notice of the nature of the evidence at least three five days before the hearing. The par-ent or student may provide the Board with a written response to the new information, which shall be included in the record packet to the Board.


The presiding officer may set reasonable time limits and guidelines for the presentation including an opportunity for the student or par-ent and administration to each make a presentation and provide rebuttal and an opportunity for questioning by the Board. The Board shall hear the complaint and may request that the admini-stration provide an explanation for the decisions at the preceding levels. The Board will consider only the subject matters and issues present in Levels One and Two or otherwise included in the record packet to the Board if based upon new information provided by the administration at Level Three.



ADOPTED:

In addition to any other record of the Board meeting required by law, the Board shall prepare a separate record of the Level Three presentation. The Level Three presentation, including the presen-tation by the student or parent or the student’s representative, any presentation from the administration, and questions from the Board with responses, shall be recorded by audio recording, video/audio recording, or court reporter.

The Board shall then consider the complaint, the record and any new information provided by the administration at Level Three or written student/parent responses to that new information..


Humble ISD 101913 PUBLIC COMPLAINTS GF (LOCAL)

DATE ISSUED: 5/13/2008 1 of 6UPDATE 83 GF(LOCAL)-A

The Board encourages the public to discuss concerns and com-plaints through informal conferences with the appropriate adminis-trator.


If an informal conference regarding a complaint fails to reach the outcome requested by an individual, he or she may initiate the for-mal process described below by timely filing a written complaint form.

Even after initiating the formal complaint process, individuals are encouraged to seek informal resolution of their concerns. An indi-vidual whose concerns are resolved may withdraw a formal com-plaint at any time.


Neither the Board nor any District employee shall unlawfully retali-ate against any individual for bringing a concern or complaint.

In this policy, the term “complaint” and “grievance” shall have the same meaning. This policy shall apply to all complaints from the public except as provided below.



2. Complaints concerning a commissioned peace officer who is an employee of the District. [See CKE]


At Levels One and Two, “response” shall mean a written communi-cation to the individual from the appropriate administrator. Re-sponses may be hand-delivered or sent by U.S. Mail to the individ-ual’s mailing address of record. Mailed responses shall be timely if they are postmarked by U.S. Mail on or before the deadline.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

INFORMAL PROCESS

FORMAL PROCESS


COMPLAINTS

EXCEPTIONS

GENERAL PROVISIONS

FILING

RESPONSE



“Days” shall mean District business days. In calculating time lines under this policy, the day a document is filed is “day zero.” The following business day is “day one.”

“Representative” shall mean any person who or organization that is designated by an individual to represent the individual in the com-plaint process.

The individual may designate a representative through written no-tice to the District at any level of this process. If the individual des-ignates a representative with fewer than three days’ notice to the District before a scheduled conference or hearing, the District may reschedule the conference or hearing to a later date, if desired, in order to include the District’s counsel. The District may be repre-sented by counsel at any level of the process.

Complaints arising out of an event or a series of related events shall be addressed in one complaint. An individual shall not bring separate or serial complaints arising from any event or series of events that have been or could have been addressed in a previous complaint.


If a complaint form or appeal notice is not timely filed, the com-plaint may be dismissed, on written notice to the individual, at any point during the complaint process. The individual may appeal the dismissal by seeking review in writing within ten days from the date of the written dismissal notice, starting at the level at which the complaint was dismissed. Such appeal shall be limited to the issue of timeliness.



Copies of any documents that support the complaint should be at-tached to the complaint form. If the individual does not have cop-ies of these documents, they may be presented at the Level One conference. After the Level One conference, no new documents may be submitted by the individual unless the individual did not know the documents existed before the Level One conference.


DAYS

REPRESENTATIVE


UNTIMELY FILINGS

COSTS INCURRED

COMPLAINT FORM




1. Within 15 days of the date the individual first knew, or with reasonable diligence should have known, of the decision or action giving rise to the complaint or grievance; and




The appropriate administrator shall investigate as necessary and hold a conference with the individual within ten days after receipt of the written complaint. The administrator will use reasonable efforts to set up a mutually agreeable conference time within ten days af-ter his or her receipt of the complaint. The administrator may set reasonable time limits for the conference. The administrator and the individual may agree to hold a conference outside the ten-day timeline.

The administrator shall provide the individual a written response within ten days following the conference. If no conference is held within the ten-day deadline and the parties have not mutually agreed on another conference time, the administrator shall provide the individual with a written response within ten days from the last business day a conference could have been held (in this case, the administrator may rely on the information provided in the written complaint and any other information maintained by the District that may be relevant to the subject matter of the complaint). The written response shall may set forth the basis of the decision. In reaching a decision, the administrator may consider information provided at the Level One conference and any relevant documents or informa-tion.

If the individual did not receive the relief requested at Level One or if the time for a response has expired, he or she may request a conference with the Superintendent or designee to appeal the Level One decision.

The appeal notice must be filed in writing, on a form provided by the District, within ten days of the date of the written Level One re-

LEVEL ONE

LEVEL TWO



sponse or, if no response was received, within ten days of the Level One response deadline.

After receiving notice of the appeal, the Level One administrator shall prepare and forward a record of the Level One complaint to the Level Two administrator. The individual may request a copy of the Level One record.



2. All other documents submitted by the individual at Level One.




The Superintendent or designee shall hold a conference within ten days after the appeal notice is filed. The conference shall be lim-ited to the issues presented by the individual at Level One and that are identified in the Level Two appeal notice. The Level Two ad-ministrator may also consider the individual's specific disagree-ments with the Level One response or documents / information re-lied upon by the Level One administrator. At the conference, the individual may provide information concerning any documents or information relied upon by the administration for the Level One de-cision. The Superintendent or designee may set reasonable time limits for the conference.

The Superintendent or designee shall provide the individual a writ-ten response within ten days following the conference. If no con-ference is held within the ten-day deadline and the parties have not mutually agreed on another conference time, the Superintendent or designee shall provide the individual with a written response within ten days from the last business day a conference could have been held (in this case, the administrator may rely on the information provided in the written complaint and any other information main-tained by the District that may be relevant to the subject matter of the complaint). The written response shall may set forth the basis for the decision. In reaching a decision, the Superintendent or des-ignee may consider the Level One record, information provided at the Level Two conference, and any other relevant documents or information the Superintendent or designee believes will help re-solve the complaint.




If the individual did not receive the relief requested at Level Two or if the time for a response has expired, he or she may appeal the decision to the Board.

The appeal notice must be filed in writing, on a form provided by the District, within ten days of the date of the written Level Two re-sponse or, if no response was received, within ten days of the Level Two response deadline.

The Superintendent or designee shall inform the individual of the date, time, and place of the Board meeting at which the complaint will be on the agenda for presentation to the Board.

The Superintendent or designee shall provide the Board with the record of the Level Two complaint. The individual may request a copy of the Level Two record.





If at the Level Three hearing the administration intends to rely on evidence not included in the Level Two record, the administration shall include that information in the record packet to the Board along with a written explanation to the Board regarding why the information is relevant to the subject matter of the complaint. The administration shall provide the individual notice of the nature of the evidence at least three five days before the hearing. The indi-vidual may provide the Board with a written response to the new information, which shall be included in the record packet to the Board.


The presiding officer may set reasonable time limits and guidelines for the presentation including an opportunity for the individual and administration to each make a presentation and provide rebuttal and an opportunity for questioning by the Board. The Board shall hear the complaint and may request that the administration provide an explanation for the decisions at the preceding levels. The

LEVEL THREE



ADOPTED:

Board will consider only the subject matters and issues present in Levels One and Two or otherwise included in the record packet to the Board if based upon new information provided by the admini-stration at Level Three.

In addition to any other record of the Board meeting required by law, the Board shall prepare a separate record of the Level Three presentation. The Level Three presentation, including the presen-tation by the individual or his or her representative, any presenta-tion from the administration, and questions from the Board with re-sponses, shall be recorded by audio recording, video/audio recording, or court reporter.

The Board shall then consider the complaint, the record and any new information provided by the administration at Level Three or the individual's written responses to that new information..


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/ Discussion Item


Title: Revisions to CV (LOCAL)

Discussion: Revisions to CV (Local) Policy Regarding Purchasing Methods for Construction Projects Background/Impact Information: The Texas Education Code requires school districts to use one of seven purchasing methods when awarding a contract valued at $25,000 or more. The five purchasing methods are: (1) competitive bidding; (2) competitive sealed proposals; (3) an interlocal contract; (4) a design / build contract; (5) a construction manager agent or at-risk for contracts to construct, rehabilitate, alter, or repair facilities; (6) a job order contract for the minor construct, rehabilitate, alter, or repair facilities; or (7) the reverse auction procedure. The Education Code also provides that when a school district awards a construction contract, it must determine the purchasing method that provides the best value for the district before advertising on the project. The Board previously determined that the competitive sealed proposal process was the delivery/contract award process that provided the best value to the district in awarding construction contracts valued at $25,000 or more. The Board made this determination through the CV (Local) policy. According to that policy, the Board may adopt another project delivery/contract award method only if, prior to advertising, the Superintendent recommends and the Board approves a different method that is believed to provide a better value to the District in that particular case. The recommended revisions to policy CV (Local) maintain the competitive sealed proposal method as the preferred method for construction projects valued between $25,000 to $999,999. However, the Superintendent recommends a policy revision to reflect the District's current experiences on larger construction projects valued at $1,000,000 or more. The District has used the construction manager at-risk method on its four most recent large construction projects. The administration believes that this method provides the best value to the District for a variety of reasons. The CM At-Risk method allows the district to select a general contractor early in the design phase of the project, which in turn permits the participation of the general contractor as part of the project team from design through construction. The contractor's early participation has the benefit of the contractor assisting the architect and district in cost effective scheduling and/or construction recommendations, which may increase District savings derived through value engineering and preconstruction design decisions, and allows the contractor to


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develop a guaranteed maximum price for the project. The District believes that the CM At-Risk method provides the best value for the district on larger scale construction projects. Furthermore, the Superintendent recommends a revision to the CV (Local) policy that will clarify that the practice of using a job order contract, particularly through a cooperate purchasing arrangement such as TCPN, provides the best value for the District on minor, recurrent contracts to construct, alter, repair or rehabilitate district facilities. The proposed revisions are redlined on that Attachment to this agenda item. The Superintendent will bring these recommended revisions back to the Board during the March meeting for action. Fiscal Impact Statement: Cost: Budgetary Codes:






Attachments: Revised CV (Local) (Redlined) Campus/Department Submitting Form: Support Services Date Submitted: January 22, 2009 Resource Personnel: Martha Buckner 281.641.8712 [email protected] Stephanie Rosenberg 281.641.8008 [email protected]

Humble ISD 101913 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION CV (LOCAL)

DATE ISSUED: 8/8/2005 1 of 2 LDU-32-05 CV(LOCAL)-X

The Superintendent shall be responsible for establishing proce-dures that ensure that all school facilities within the District comply with applicable laws and local building codes.

For each construction project that is estimated to cost $2 million or more, the Board shall approve the selection of the architect.

For construction projects that are estimated to cost less than $2 million, the Superintendent shall approve the selection of the archi-tect from within the pool of architects that have been previously approved by the Board.

The competitive sealed proposal process is deemed the project delivery/contract award method providing the best value to the Dis-trict on construction projects costing between $25,000 and $999,999, except that job order contracts, including job order con-tracts through cooperative purchasing arrangements, are deemed the project delivery / contract award method providing the best value to the District for the minor construction, repair, rehabilitation, or alteration of a district facility where such work is recurring in na-ture, but the delivery times are indefinite and indefinite quantities. The construction manager at-risk process is deemed the project delivery / contract award method providing the best value to the District on construction projects costing $1,000,000 or more. The Board may adopt another project delivery/contract award method only if, prior to advertising, the Superintendent recommends and the Board approves a different method that is believed to provide a better value to the District in that particular case.

The Superintendent or designee shall administer all construction projects.

The Superintendent shall keep the Board informed concerning construction projects and also shall provide information to the gen-eral public.

Change orders costing $25,000 or more, in the aggregate, shall be approved by the Board prior to any changes being made in the ap-proved plans or the actual construction of the facility. If the Super-intendent, however, determines that such prior approval unrea-sonably delays construction, the change orders shall be ratified by the Board at the earliest opportunity.

Change orders costing less than $25,000, in the aggregate, shall be approved by the Superintendent or designee prior to any changes being made in the approved plans or the actual construc-tion of the facility.

On construction work and/or supervision of such work costing $2 million or more, final payment shall not be made until the work is

COMPLIANCE WITH LAW

SELECTION OF ARCHITECTS

CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS

PROJECT ADMINISTRATION

CHANGE ORDERS

FINAL PAYMENT

Deleted: or more.

Deleted:

Humble ISD 101913 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION CV (LOCAL)

DATE ISSUED: 8/8/2005 2 of 2 LDU-32-05 CV(LOCAL)-X

ADOPTED:

substantially completed, accepted by the Superintendent or desig-nee, and ratified by the Board.

On construction work and/or supervision of such work costing less than $2 million, final payment shall not be made until the work is substantially completed and accepted by the Superintendent or designee.

Whenever $100,000 or more has been expended from the owner’s contingency, final payment for construction work shall not be made until it is reviewed by the District’s internal auditor and ratified by the Board.

Whenever less than $100,000 has been expended from the owner’s contingency, final payment for construction work shall not be made until it is reviewed by the District’s bond accountant, con-struction staff and architect, and ratified by the Superintendent.

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/ Discussion Item


Title: Elementary Boundaries

Report on Boundaries for Elementary School #25

Superintendent’s Recommendation: Background/Impact Information: With the opening of Elementary School #25 (ES#25) in August, 2009, it has become necessary to adjust elementary school attendance zones. Beginning in December, 2008, the 8-member Citizens Boundary Advisory Committee (CBAC) began considering proposed boundaries for ES#25. The Population and Survey Analysts (PASA) provided three proposed elementary school boundary options: CBAC Zoning Option 1 (Attachments 1-4), CBAC Zoning Option 2 (Attachments 5-8), and CBAC Zoning Option 3 (Attachments 9-12) and enrollment projections that would become effective with the opening of ES#25. The CBAC developed Zoning Option 4 (Attachments 13-16) in an effort to create an option for consideration that would add more students to ES#25 which has a capacity of 950 students, and take more student from Summerwood Elementary School (SWE), which has a capacity of 743 students without portable buildings and 875 with portables. All four Zoning Options would provide enrollment relief for SWE. The maps for the PASA boundary proposals and the boundary option developed by the CBAC, along with detailed information regarding the subdivisions that would change elementary schools, enrollment projections, and the pros and cons (based on past charges to the CBAC from the Board of Education) were placed on the district web site. On January 19, 2009, a Community Input Meeting was held at SWE to share the boundary proposals, gather input and answer questions regarding the boundary proposals from parents and patrons. Although the vast majority of parents and patrons in attendance at the meeting


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favored keeping Summerwood students at Summerwood Elementary, doing so would result in an overcrowded Summerwood Elementary and a vastly under-utilized Elementary School #25. (Attachment 17) There was also strong support for stopping the construction of Elementary School #25 and making it a school with the same capacity as SWE (755 students); stopping the construction of Elementary School #26 and moving students from Eagle Springs to ES#25; and adding a wing on to SWE that would accommodate all Summerwood students. Following the Community Input Meetings, the CBAC met and considered each of the boundary options. Based on feedback gathered at the Community Input Meetings, and after considering enrollment projections, maps of the proposed elementary school boundaries, the pros and cons for each option, and transportation costs, the CBAC recommended CBAC Zoning Option 4 to the Superintendent. Because more students are moved from SWE to ES#25 than under the other three options, both SWE (93%) and ES#25 (91%) are projected to be within capacity in 5 years, allowing for growth at both schools, and allowing for portable buildings to be removed from SWE. Under the other three options, SWE is projected to be over capacity in five years (105% - Option 1; 134% - Option 2; 105% - Option 3). Further, under the other three options, ES#25 is projected to be under capacity in five years (80% - Option 1; 57% - Option 2; 81% - Option 3). Under CBAC Zoning Option 4:

• Elementary school students living in the following subdivisions/villages are moved from SWE to ES#25 beginning in August, 2009: Waters Edge; Lakeshore; Park Lakes Northeast; Summer Lakes Ranch; Whispering Pines (north of Summerwood Lakes Drive & Duessen Parkway – including Broncroft Court, Cambridge Eagle Drive, Chalfield Circle, Chandler Chase Court, Gladshill Circle, Jessica Falls Circle, Kings Head Drive, Lady Jane Court, Meredith Gate Circle, Meredith Gate Court, Oxwick Circle, Wadlington Drive, Wressel Circle, and 14402-14610 Summerwood Lakes Drive); Lake Forest Village, Lake Park Village, Suncrest Village, South Pointe Village, and Lakeside Terrace.

Fiscal Impact Statement: Additional funds will be required for the administrative and support staff, custodians, cafeteria staff, equipment, supplies, and HVAC at Elementary School #25. Forty-seven teachers would be needed at SWE if boundaries remain unchanged. Since a total of 49 teachers will be needed at SWE (22 teachers) and ES#25 (27 teachers) combined, funds will be needed for 2 additional teachers. Approximately $36,000/year is currently being spent to transport students on three buses who live west and north of West Lake Houston Parkway to SWE. One less bus will be needed to transport these students since part of them will be attending ES#25. Six buses will be needed to transport students to ES#25. The total cost for 8 buses will be approximately $93,000/year, or approximately $57,000/year more than is now being spent. Cost: Budgetary Codes:



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Attachments: Attachment 1 Enrollment Projections - CBAC ZONING OPTION 1 Attachment 2 Map - CBAC ZONING OPTION 1 Attachments 3-4 CBAC ZONING OPTION 1 - Pros and Cons Attachment 5 Enrollment Projections - CBAC ZONING OPTION 2 Attachment 6 Map - CBAC ZONING OPTION 2 Attachments 7-8 CBAC ZONING OPTION 2 - Pros and Cons Attachment 9 Enrollment Projections - CBAC ZONING OPTION 3 Attachment 10 Map - CBAC ZONING OPTION 3 Attachments 11-12 CBAC ZONING OPTION 3 - Pros and Cons Attachment 13 Enrollment Projections - CBAC ZONING OPTION 4 Attachment 14 Map - CBAC ZONING OPTION 4 Attachments 15-16 CBAC ZONING OPTION 4 - Pros and Cons Attachment 17 Enrollment Projections - Summerwood and Lakeside Terrace Remain at Summerwood Elementary Campus/Department Submitting Form: Deputy Superintendent's Office Date Submitted: January 29, 2009 Resource Personnel: John Widmier, Facilitator, CBAC 281-641-8117 [email protected]

Attachment 1

Elementary students living in the following CAMPUS 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14subdivisions/apartment complexes will remain SWE (1) 553 628 695 756 794at Summerwood Elementary School: ES#25 (2) 447 513 603 671 761 Pine Oak Glen Wood Shadow Pointe (1) Summerwood Elementary School Capacity: 755 Edgewater Village (2) Elementary School #25 Capacity: 950 Whispering Pines Verde Woodson Park Apartments Laurel Crossing Kingston Village Hunters Ridge Estates Greenwood Meadow Estates Forest Glen Timberlake Estates Forest Pointe Oakwood Glen

Elementary students living in the followingsubdivisions/apartment complexes will be movedto the Elementary School #25 attendance zone. Waters Edge Lakeshore Park Lakes Northeast Summer Lakes Ranch Lake Forest Village Lake Park Village Suncrest Village South Pointe Village Lakeside Terrace

Excel/Data/Citizens Boundary Advisory Committee/2008-09/Elementary Boundaries/ES#25-SWE Enr Proj CBAC ZO1 121208

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL #25

PROPOSED CHANGES PROJECTED ENROLLMENT


SUMMERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

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Attachment 3

CHARGE PROS CONS

Campuses are utilized Campuses projected to be within 5% of Campuses projected to be less than 95%effectively. capacity… * or more than 105% of capacity:

in 2009-10: Summerwood Elementary (73%)

Elementary School #25 (47%)in 2010-11:

Summerwood Elementary (83%)Elementary School #25 (54%)

in 2011-12:Summerwood Elementary (92%)Elementary School #25 (63%)

in 2012-13: in 2012-13:Summerwood Elementary (100%) Elementary School #25 (70%)in 2013-14: in 2013-14:Summerwood Elementary (105%) Elementary School #25 (80%)

Changes in boundaries Of the 4 boundary options, the secondimpact the fewest least (379) students are impacted.students possible.

Students are kept All students from Summerwood together from Elementary and Elementary School #25elementary to middle will attend Atascocita Middle School into high school. 2009-10, Middle School #8 beginning

in 2010-11, and Summer Creek HS.

Students change No students change elementary schoolsschools no more than more than once.one time at a givenlevel.

PROS AND CONS


CBAC ZONING OPTION 1


Attachment 4

The following is not a charge from the Board of Education to the Citizens Boundary Advisory Committee:

PROS CONS

Proximity to campuses With the opening of Elementary School With the opening of Elementary School#25, elementary students from the #25, elementary students from thefollowing areas are moved to a closer following areas are moved to a furtherelementary school: elementary school:

Waters Edge Summer Lakes RanchLakeshore Lake Forest VillagePark Lakes Northeast Lake Park Village

Suncrest Village South Pointe Village Lakeside Terrace




Attachment 5

Elementary students living in the following CAMPUS 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14subdivisions/apartment complexes will remain SWE (1) 706 798 885 954 1009at Summerwood Elementary School: ES#25 (2) 294 343 413 473 545 Pine Oak Glen Wood Shadow Pointe (1) Summerwood Elementary School Capacity: 755 Edgewater Village (2) Elementary School #25 Capacity: 950 Whispering Pines Verde Woodson Park Apartments Laurel Crossing Kingston Village Hunters Ridge Estates Greenwood Meadow Estates Forest Glen Timberlake Estates Forest Pointe Oakwood Glen Lake Park Village Suncrest Village South Pointe Village Lakeside Terrace

Elementary students living in the followingsubdivisions/apartment complexes will be movedto the Elementary School #25 attendance zone. Waters Edge Lakeshore Park Lakes Northeast Summer Lakes Ranch Lake Forest Village






Attachment 6

Attachment 7

CHARGE PROS CONS



Elementary School #25 (30%)in 2010-11: in 2010-11:Summerwood Elementary (105%)



in 2012-13: in 2012-13: Summerwood Elementary (126%)Elementary School #25 (49%)

in 2013-14: in 2013-14: Summerwood Elementary (133%)

Elementary School #25 (57%)

Changes in boundaries Of the 4 boundary options, the leastimpact the fewest (249) students are impacted.students possible.






PROS AND CONS


Attachment 8


PROS CONS


Waters Edge Summer Lakes RanchLakeshore Lake Forest VillagePark Lakes Northeast




Attachment 9

Elementary students living in the following CAMPUS 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14subdivisions/apartment complexes will remain SWE (1) 526 606 679 734 790at Summerwood Elementary School: ES#25 (2) 474 536 620 693 765 Laurel Crossing Kingston Village (1) Summerwood Elementary School Capacity: 755 Hunters Ridge Estates (2) Elementary School #25 Capacity: 950 Greenwood Meadow Estates Forest Glen Timberlake Estates Forest Pointe Oakwood Glen Lake Forest Village Lake Park Village Suncrest Village South Pointe Village Lakeside Terrace

Elementary students living in the followingsubdivisions/apartment complexes will be movedto the Elementary School #25 attendance zone. Pine Oak Glen Wood Shadow Pointe Edgewater Village Whispering Pines Verde Woodson Park Apartments Waters Edge Lakeshore Park Lakes Northeast Summer Lakes Ranch






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CHARGE PROS CONS






in 2012-13: in 2012-13:Summerwood Elementary (97%) Elementary School #25 (72%)in 2013-14: in 2013-14:Summerwood Elementary (104%) Elementary School #25 (80%)

Changes in boundaries Of the 4 boundary options, the secondimpact the fewest most (402) students are impacted.students possible.




PROS AND CONS




Attachment 12


PROS CONS


Waters Edge Summer Lakes RanchLakeshore Pine Oak GlenPark Lakes Northeast Wood Shadow Pointe

Edgewater Village Whispering Pines Verde Woodson Park Apartments




Attachment 13

Elementary students living in the following CAMPUS 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14subdivisions/apartment complexes will remain SWE (1) 448 523 591 652 690at Summerwood Elementary School: ES#25 (2) 552 618 708 776 866 Pine Oak Glen Wood Shadow Pointe (1) Summerwood Elementary School Capacity: 755 Edgewater Village (2) Elementary School #25 Capacity: 950 Whispering Pines (south of Summerwood Lakes Drive & Duessen Parkway) Hartshill Drive Hartshill Circle Lady Ann Drive Ryan Eagle Drive Ryan Eagle Court Summerwood Lake Drive (south of Duessen Parkway) Tutbury Circle Verde Woodson Park Apartments Forest Glen Laurel Crossing Timberlake Estates Kingston Village Forest Pointe Hunters Ridge Estates Oakwood Glen Greenwood Meadow Estates

Elementary students living in the followingsubdivisions/apartment complexes will be movedto the Elementary School #25 attendance zone. Whispering Pines (north of Summerwood Lakes Drive & Duessen Parkway) Broncroft Court Cambridge Eagle Drive Chalfield Circle Chandler Chase Court Gladshill Circle Jessica Falls Circle Kings Head Drive Lady Jane Court Meredith Gate Circle Meredith Gate Court Oxwick Circle Summerwood Lakes Drive (north of Duessen Parkway) Wadlington Drive Wressel Circle Waters Edge Lake Park Village Lakeshore Suncrest Village Park Lakes Northeast South Pointe Village Summer Lakes Ranch Lakeside Terrace Lake Forest Village





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Atachment 15

CHARGE PROS CONS







Elementary School #25 (81%) in 2013-14:


Changes in boundaries Of the 4 boundary options, the mostimpact the fewest (468) students are impacted.students possible.




PROS AND CONS




Atachment 16


PROS CONS


Waters Edge Summer Lakes RanchLakeshore Whispering Pines (north of Park Lakes Northeast Summerwood Lakes Drive &

Duessen Parkway)Lake Forest Village

Lake Park Village Suncrest Village South Pointe Village Lakeside Terrace




Attachment 17

Elementary students living in the following CAMPUS 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14subdivisions/apartment complexes will remain SWE (1) 808 927 1033 1139 1212at Summerwood Elementary School: ES#25 (2) 192 214 265 288 343 Pine Oak Glen Wood Shadow Pointe (1) Summerwood Elementary School Capacity: 755 Edgewater Village (2) Elementary School #25 Capacity: 950 Whispering Pines Verde Woodson Park Apartments Laurel Crossing Kingston Village Hunters Ridge Estates Greenwood Meadow Estates Forest Glen Timberlake Estates Forest Pointe Oakwood Glen Lake Forest Village Lake Park Village Suncrest Village South Pointe Village Lakeside TerraceElementary students living in the followingsubdivisions/apartment complexes will be movedto the Elementary School #25 attendance zone. Waters Edge Lakeshore Park Lakes Northeast Summer Lakes Ranch

Excel/Data/Citizens Boundary Advisory Committee/2008-09/Elementary Boundaries/ES#25-SWE Enr Proj Summerwood at SWE10509


ENROLLMENT PROJECTIONS


SUMMERWOOD AND LAKESIDE TERRACE REMAIN AT SWE


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District Target References (Check all that apply): Achieve Academic Excellence Number of Board Meetings item Plan for Our Future is planned to be presented: Maximize Our Financial Resources This Agenda Only Develop and Retain Our People Other, Explain:

Title: Tax Refunds


Superintendent’s Recommendation: The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the petitions for tax refunds. Background /Impact Information: The Texas Property Tax Code, Section 31.11(c) states “If a taxpayer applies to the tax collector of a taxing unit for a refund of an overpayment or erroneous payment of taxes and the auditor for the unit determines that the payment was erroneous or excessive, the tax collector shall refund the amount of the excessive or erroneous payment from available current tax collections or from funds appropriated by the unit for making refunds. However, the collector may not make the refund unless: (1) in the case of a collector who collects taxes for one taxing unit, the governing body of the taxing unit also determines that the payment was erroneous or excessive and approves the refund if the amount of the refund exceeds:…(B) $500 for a refund to be paid by any other taxing unit;…An application for a refund must be made within three years after the date of the payment or the taxpayer waives the right to the refund.” Detailed information and rationale for each correction or refund has been documented in the attachment. If the Board approves this consideration, Humble ISD will be in compliance with the Texas Property Tax Code. If the Board does not approve this consideration, the District will not be in compliance. If approved, the total effect of the refund(s) will result in a reduction of total collections received of $23,591.17. Overpayments are recorded as a liability on the general ledger upon receipt and, therefore, do not cause a decrease in recorded revenue when refunded.


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Fiscal Impact Statement: Cost:

Recurring One-Time

Funding Source:

General Fund Grant Funds (Specify): Fiscal Year: Bond Funds (Specify): Amendment Required? Yes No Other Funds ( Specify):

Attachments: Summary of Petitions for Refunds Campus/Department Submitting Form: Tax Office/Financial Services Date Submitted: January 23, 2009 Resource Personnel: Janice Himpele 281-641-8185 [email protected] Lynn Lynn 281-641-8014 [email protected]

Humble Independent School DistrictSummary of Petition for Refund in Excess of $500

Reason for Refund Year Property Description Account No. Refund Amount

Overpayment (1) 2007 LT 16 BLK 7 112-386-000-0016 $1,958.55PINEHURST OF ATASCOCITA SEC 9

Overpayment (1) 2008 LT 36 BLK 5 114-377-005-0036 $1,919.68PINES OF ATASCOCITA SEC 2

Overpayment (1) 2007 LT 8 BLK 18 114-944-018-0008 $935.88ATASCOCITA FOREST SEC 6

Overpayment (3) 2008 LT 18 BLK 15 114-947-015-0018 $1,774.35ATASCOCITA FOREST SEC 9

Overpayment (1) 2008 LT 30 BLK 4 115-961-004-0030 $5,938.40KINGS POINT VILLAGE SEC 2

Overpayment (1) 2007 LT 8 BLK 15 116-378-015-0008 $1,627.02ATASCOCITA SOUTH SEC 3

Overpayment (3) 2007 LT 3 BLK 2 118-413-002-0003 $918.16ATASCOCITA FOREST SEC 14

Overpayment (1) 2008 LT 3 BLK 3 125-534-003-0003 $6,502.83SUMMERWOOD SEC 19

Overpayment (3) 2008 LT 5 BLK 2 126-703-002-0005 $2,016.30EAGLE SPRINGS SEC 17

Totals $23,591.17

(1) Double payment: two payments made on the same account(2) Payment made in error by property owner or mortgage company

Attachment - Refund Over $500

January 31, 2009

(3) Taxpayer paid incorrect amount.

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Title: Waiver of P & I

Consideration of Request for Waiver of Penalty & Interest on Delinquent Taxes

Superintendent’s Recommendation: The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the request for waiver of penalty & interest on delinquent tax accounts. Background /Impact Information: Section 1.08, Timeliness of Action by Mail and Section 33.011, Waiver of Penalty and Interest, of the Texas Property Tax Code, provide conditions for timely payments and waiver of penalties and interest. The taxpayer on the attached schedule has provided satisfactory evidence to meet the requirements of these sections of the Property Tax Code. Documentation is available for review in the tax office. If the Board approves the recommendation to grant this waiver of penalty and interest, Humble ISD will be in compliance with the Texas Property Tax Code (as well as consistent with treatment of previous requests of this nature). If the Board does not approve the recommendation to grant the request for waiver of penalty and interest, the District will not be in compliance. If approved, the total effect of the request for waiver of penalty and interest results in a loss of $2,812.43. Fiscal Impact Statement: Cost:

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Funding Source: General Fund Grant Funds (Specify): Fiscal Year: Bond Funds (Specify): Amendment Required? Yes No Other Funds ( Specify):

Attachments: Summary of Requests for Waiver of Penalty and Interest on Delinquent Taxes Campus/Department Submitting Form: Tax Office/Financial Services Date Submitted: January 23, 2009 Resource Personnel: Janice Himpele 281-641-8185 [email protected] Lynn Lynn 281-641-8014 [email protected]

Attachment - Waiver of P&IHumble Independent School District

Summary of Requests for Waiver of Penalty and Interest on Delinquent TaxesJanuary 31, 2009

Reason for Property Date Contacted Satisfactory P&IWaiver Request Owner # Account # Check # Mailed HISD Proof Amount

Sec. 1.08 Timeliness of Action A 061-069-000-0076 2465 10/30/08 12/30/08 Sworn Affidavit 2,812.43$

Total 2,812.43$

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Title: Budgetary Amendments Consideration of Budgetary Amendments

Superintendent’s Recommendation: The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the budgetary amendments as described in the accompanying attachments. Background/Impact Information: The Texas Education Code Section 44.006, the Texas Education Agency Resource Guide Sections 2.10.5 and 5.3.4 and Humble ISD Board Policy CE (LOCAL), page 2, require that certain budgetary amendments be approved by the Board of Trustees. Changes to budgetary accounts in the General Fund, Food Service Fund and Debt Service Fund that affect functional expenditure categories must be approved by the Board of Trustees according to TEA regulations. By approving these amendments, Humble ISD will be in compliance with both state law and local policy regarding approval of budgetary amendments. Upon approval, there is no change to the General Fund Balance, Food Service Fund Balance or the Debt Service Fund Balance. Fiscal Impact Statement: Cost:

Recurring One-Time

Funding Source:

General Fund Grant Funds (Specify): Fiscal Year: Bond Funds (Specify): Amendment Required? Yes No Other Funds ( Specify):

Attachments: Budgetary Amendments Detail Campus/Department Submitting Form: Budget Department Date Submitted: January 27, 2009 Resource Personnel: Marilyn Farrell 281-641-8014 [email protected]

Lynn Lynn 281-641-8014 [email protected]


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Net Change in Change in Transfers Media Staff Instruct School Guidance/ Social Health Pupil Cocurric/ Gen Maint & Security Data Commun Debt Facility Juvenile

General Fund Effect Reserves/ Estimated Out Instruction Svcs Develop Leadershp Leadershp Counsel Svcs Svcs Transp Extracurr Admin Operation Svcs Process Svcs Svc Acquisit Justice TIRZ Other

Explanation of Amendment on F/B Designations Revenues 00 11 12 13 21 23 31 32 33 34 36 41 51 52 53 61 71 81 95 97 99

Items Affecting Fund Balance/Reserves:

Items Affecting Revenues and Functional Categories:Revenues received by Athletics Dept. from tournament fees 1,910 1,910

charged for the partial funding of maintenance and othercocurricular expenditures.

Transfers Between Functional Categories:Transfers between functional categories for proper coding of 0 32,371 0 (41,447) (27,327) 0 (21,339) 65,684 0 0 5,895 (8,111) (6,611) 0 0 885 0 0 0 0 0

substitute wages, stipends, salaries, benefits, other professionalsvcs, telephones, misc contracted svcs, general supplies,employee travel and misc operating expenses.

Totals 0 0 1,910 0 32,371 0 (41,447) (27,327) 0 (21,339) 65,684 0 0 7,805 (8,111) (6,611) 0 0 885 0 0 0 0 0

Net Change

Food Service Effect in Estimated Out Service Operation Svcs Service

Explanation of Amendment on F/B Reserves Revenues 00 35 51 52 71


Items Affecting Revenues and Functional Categories:

Transfers Between Functional Categories:Transfers between functional categories for proper coding of 16,000 (16,000)

capital outlay expenditures.

Totals 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Net Change Change in Transfers Debt

Debt Service Effect in Estimated Out Svc TIRZ

Explanation of Amendment on F/B Reserves Revenues 00 71 97


Items Affecting Revenues and Functional Categories:

Transfers Between Functional Categories:

Totals 0 0 0 0 0 0

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Title: AHS Addition Close Out

Consideration of Close Out and Final Payment for the Atascocita High School Addition Project Superintendent’s Recommendation: The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the final payment of $430,719.02, for a total project cost of $8,614,380.42, to Prime Contractors, Inc., for the construction of the Atascocita High School addition. Background/Impact Information: Atascocita High School was completed on April 18, 2006 and opened with the 2006-07 school year. On February 13, 2007, the Humble ISD Board of Trustees approved the final payment to Brae Burn Construction Company and the resulting official close out of the Atascocita High School Construction project. On March 20, 2007, the Humble ISD Board of Trustees subsequently approved the financing and design development documents for the addition of academic houses at the newly completed Atascocita High School. On July 10, 2007 the Board approved a construction contract in the amount of $8,980,000 with Prime Contractors Inc for the Additions project. The scope of the project included:

• a 58,500 square foot addition accommodating two houses to serve 400 students each • expansion of the existing cafeteria to accommodate the increased student population • addition of student lockers to accommodate the increased student population

On August 22, 2008, representatives of the Architect, HISD Construction Department, and HISD Support Services function determined the project was substantially complete. Since that time, all punch list items have been completed; all close out documents have been submitted by the contractor, reviewed by the Architect, and reviewed by HISD’s internal auditor with no findings; and the warranty period has commenced. Funding for this project was available from bonds sold in Phase 4 of the 2005 Bond Program. The project was completed $365,619.58 under the contracted amount.


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Attachments: Attachment No. 1 - Final Application for Payment Attachment No. 2 - Final Change Order Attachment No. 3 - Contingency Expenditure Recap Campus/Department Submitting Form: Facility Planning and Construction Date Submitted: January 16, 2009 Resource Personnel: Martha Buckner 281-641-8712 [email protected] Deborah Yocham 281-641-8702 [email protected] Debbie Smith 281-641-8713 [email protected]

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TO CONTRACTOR (Name and address): Prime Contractors, Inc. 525 North Belt, Suite 172 CONTRACT FOR: General Con Houston, Texas 77060

THE CONTRACT IS CHANGED AS FOLLOWS:

Reduce contract amount by reducing Owner's Contingency Allowance balance. (Include, where applicable, any undisputed

ARCHITECT:

CONTRACTOR:

FIELD:

OTHER:

The original Contract Sum was The net change by previously authorized Change Orders The Contract Sum prior to this Change Order was The Contract Sum will be decreased bv this Change Order in the amount of The new Contract Sum including this Change Order will be

The Contract T i e will be increased by Twenty Five ( 25 ) days. The date of Substantial Completion as of the date of this Change Order therefore is July 18,2008

NOTE: This Change Order does not include changes in the Contract Sum, Contract Time or Guaranteed Maximum Price which have been authorized by Construction Change Directive until the cost and time have been agreed upon by both the Owner and Contractor, in which case a Change Order is executed to supersede the Construction Change Directive.

NOT VALID UNTIL SIGNED BY THE ARCHITECT, CONTRACTOR AND OWNER.

PBK Prime Contractors, Inc. Humble Independent School District ARCHITECT (Finn name)

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11 Greenway Plaza, Suite 2210 525 North Belt, Suite 172 20200 Eastway Village Drive Humble, Texas 77338

Wayne Bryant Brad Bell Martha Buckner (Typed name) (Typed name)

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ALLOWANCES WITH AEA EXPENDITURESProject: Classroom Additions at AHSPBK Project No.: 0744Contractor: Prime Contractors

AEA NO.

Contingency Allowance: Technology

Landscaping and Irrigation Hardware Security Graphics

Chemical Treatment

Detention Pond Back Drains

$500,000.00 $35,000.00 $30,000.00 $40,000.00 $35,000.00 $10,000.00 $7,500.00 $15,000.001 (31,799.00)$

SBTL $531,799.002 $40,000.00

SBTL $0.003 15,266.00$

SBTL $516,533.004 1,550.00$

SBTL $514,983.005 29,212.00$

SBTL $788.006 $1,718.00

SBTL $513,265.007 $12,862.00

SBTL $500,403.008 $2,585.00

SBTL $497,818.009 $8,958.00

SBTL $488,860.0010 5,416.00$

SBTL $4,584.0011 $28,173.00

SBTL $460,687.0012 $4,584.00

SBTL $0.0013 $15,000.00

SBTL $0.0014 $7,500.00

SBTL $0.0015 $788.00

SBTL $0.0016 $35,000.00

SBTL $0.0017 $35,000.00

SBTL $0.0018 (5,123.00)$

SBTL $465,810.0019 4,550.00$

SBTL $461,260.0020 10,268.00$

SBTL $450,992.0021 62,230.00$

SBTL $388,762.0022 (1,525.66)$

SBTL $390,287.6623 (793.68)$

SBTL $391,081.3424 (466.00)$

SBTL $391,547.3425 $24,170.00

SBTL $367,377.3426 $1,757.76

SBTL $365,619.58cc: File 5D

Transfer Technology Allowance to Owner's Contingency Allowance

01 Provide cost for hardware consultant as requested by Humble ISD $ 1,757.76

Transfer Chemical Treatment Allowance to Owner's Contingency Allowance

Transfer Security Allowance to Owner's Contingency Allowance

01 PCO 021 – Delete computer desks in science labs $ (10,415.00)02 PCO 024R1 – Repair electrical conduit $ 454.0003 PCO 025R1 – Revise piers at Area H $ 3,604.0004 PCO 027 – Elevator battery lowering device $ 12,590.0005 PCO 029 – Custom locker colors $ 2,725.00

01 PCO-028 – Provide cost to install gypsum board furring at existing brick interior walls with tile $ 3,393.0002 CPR-11 / PCO-030 – Provide cost to install fencing, aluminum canopy, and misc. demolition work at the existing service yard as requested by Humble ISD $ 22,758.0003 CPR-12 / PCO-031 – Provide cost widen sidewalks and add accessable ramps as requested by Humble ISD $ 2,022.00

Transfer remainder of Graphics Allowance to the Owner's Contingency Allowance

01 PCO 001 – Delete existing stair work. not required for Code compliance $ (12,120.00)02 PCO 002 – Reduce circuit breaker and wire sizes as described in MC-03 $ (614.00)03 PCO 003 – Install junction box at gas / storm line crossing $ 1,671.0004 PCO 005 – Delete boiler and associated items from Central Plant $ (24,499.00)05 PCO 007 – Revise electrical service at CVB boxes to delete duplicate work $ (2,714.00)06 PCO 008 – Revise grade beam depth to avoid conflict with conduits $ 2,057.0007 PCO 009 – Dismantle existing canopy in lieu of demolition for re-use $ 1,610.0008 PCO 010 – Relocate welding shop steel as requested $ 1,022.0009 PCO 014 – Add column footings as shown on sketch $ 1,788.00

Transfer balance of the Hardware Allowance into the Owner’s Contingency Allowance

01 Transfer balance of the Hardware Allowance into the Owner’s Contingency Allowance $ (40,000.00)02 CPR 4 / PCO 011B – Provide door hardware as specified $ 55,266.00CPR-06/PCO-017 -Provide cost to relocate wheel stops and provide additional striping as requested by HISD at the existing Atascocita High School bus loop01 CPR-03 \ PCO-006AR2 - Provide cost to install landscaping and irrigation $ 21,379.0002 PCO 012R3 – Provide cost to install 4” sleeves for irrigation at new parking $ 3,120.0003 PCO 013R2 – Provide credit to delete PVC sleeves at fire and domestic water lines $ (2,394.00)04 PCO 015 – Provide cost to repair the existing irrigation system as requested by HISD $ 7,107.00

CPR-01/PCO-004R2 - Provide cost to relocate existing picnic tables as requested by Humble ISDCPR-06 / PCO -016AR2 - Provide cost to revise new parking lot layout for utilization as an additional band practice area as requested by Humble ISD

CPR-05 / PCO -016BR2 - Provide cost to install five pipe bollards at the new air cooled chiller in the service yard

Transfer remainder of Detention Pond Area Drain Allowance to the Owner's Contingency Allowance

01 PCO-47 – Provide cost to install two motorized projection screens $ 4,319.0002 PCO-55 – Provide cost to install additional power and data in six existing classrooms as requested by Humble Independent School District $ 18,782.0003 PCO-56 – Provide cost to relocate the existing shop steel materials to an alternate location as requested by HumblIndependent School District. $ 336.0004 PCO-57 – Provide cost to install data cabling at the existing cafeteria and snack bar for the Nutrakids System requirements as requested by Humble ISD... $ 5,449.0005 PCO-58 – Provide credit to remove the menu boards from the scope of work... $ (4,716.00)

01 PCO-46 – Provide credit to eliminate the requirement to install chair railing at the classroom exterior walls to match the existing campus. $ (5,350.00)02 PCO-49 – Provide cost to paint the existing portions of Main Street from the ceiling down to the top of the wall tile as requested by Humble ISD. $ 3,025.0003 PCO-52 – Provide cost to change the hardware set at doors P1948 and Q1934 to set 7 with lock $ 723.0004 Provide cost for hardware consultant Quality assurance as requested by Humble ISD $ 808.32

01 PCO-41 – Provide credit to eliminate the requirement to hydro-jet and video tape the storm and sanitary lines $ (2,801.00)02 Provide cost for hardware consultant as requested by Humble ISD $ 659.3403 CPR 17 / PCO 044 - Provide cost to install the additional parking lot striping in the service yard and wheel stops as requested by Humble ISD $ 616.00

Compilation of Graphics, Detention Pond Area Drains, Chemical Treatment, Landscaping, Technology, and Security Allowances - Expand security system, Data / Telecommunications cabling.

PCO-035 – Provide cost to revise the accordion doors at the LGI to Operable walls to match the existing construction

CPR-07 – Provide cost to revise the electrical service to the retherm cabinets in the snack bar $ 279.00CPR-13 – Provide cost to furnish the itemized network equipment as specified by Humble ISD $ 42,426.00PCO-36 – Provide cost to increase the overhead screen size as requested by Humble ISD $ 1,671.00PCO-37 – Provide cost to install coax drops at each presentation station to match the original construction $ 17,874.00

CPR-14 - Provide cost to install the Humble ISD requested additional concrete sidewalk at the existingservice yard wall. Pricing includes cost to relocate irrigation heads and valve box.

01 CPR 16 / PCO-43 – Provide cost to provide and install the additional graphics package as requested by Humble ISD. $ 3,985.0002 PCO-45 – Provide credit to re-route the new gas pipe on the roof to allow for a shorter run to the tie in and fewer joints.. $ (575.00)03 PCO-50 – Provide cost to revise the top of grate elevation on the existing “C” inlet to provide positive drainage in this area as requested by Humble ISD. $ 1,788.0004 PCO-51 - Provide credit to delete the specified cash registers from the scope of work and install Nutrakids POS System as requested by Humble ISD. $ (6,295.00)05 PCO-54 – Provide cost to revise the hardware at the cafeteria double doors to have magnetic hold open devices tieinto the building fire alarm system.. $ 631.00

Transfer Landscaping Allowance to Owner's Contingency Allowance

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Title: Emergency Management Technology Consultant

Consideration of Consultant for Emergency Management Planning and Technology Projects Superintendent’s Recommendation: The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the selection of Combs Consulting Group to provide consulting services for district-wide emergency management planning and technology projects. Background/Impact Information: In early October, 2008, the district assembled a team to review the district’s preparedness and response to Hurricane Ike. The team identified several areas of concern with regard to the variety of proprietary and incompatible communication and notification systems, burglar alarm systems, fire detection systems, and environmental control systems currently installed throughout the district. Combs Consulting Group will assist the District in developing standards for the various systems that the district needs to monitor facilities during an emergency response scenario. Combs Consulting Group is an independent firm offering Information Technology design and consulting services to clients in all markets, including but not limited to K-12, higher education, government, and healthcare. The principal of the firm, Brian Combs, along with other consultants in the firm hold the credential of Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD®). This credential is awarded by Building Industry Consulting Services, International, (BICSI). Professionals that obtain this credential must have a minimum of two years of distribution design experience, obtain rigorous instruction in various disciplines within telecommunications distribution methods, pass a comprehensive exam based on BICSI’s body of knowledge, and complete 45 hours of continuing education every three years after receiving the credential. Upon approval, district personnel from multiple divisions, including Maintenance & Operations Technology Services, Safety, and the District Police, will begin working with the consultants to


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assess needs and provide input for development of the standard in each of the areas identified. Technology Services will also work with the consultants in the planning and coordination of one of the technology bond projects involving ceiling-mounted projector and sound amplification system installations for identified classrooms throughout the district. Fiscal Impact Statement: Funding for the consultant fee is available from proceeds of Phase 5 of the 2005 Technology Bond Program and will not exceed $35,000. Cost: Budgetary Codes:






Attachments: A1 - Combs Consulting Group Firm Profile A2 – Combs Consulting Group Project References Campus/Department Submitting Form: Technology Services Date Submitted: January 21, 2009 Resource Personnel: Mike Drachenberg 281-641-8066 [email protected] Martha Buckner 281-641-8712 [email protected] Shelley Vineyard 281-641-8989 [email protected]

Firm ProfileCombs Consulting Group (CCG) is a professionalindependent firm providing InformationTechnology (I.T.) and Security design andconsulting services. Combs Consulting Groupoffers a wide array of I.T. and Security designand consulting services from assessment andprogramming through design, procurement,implementation management, and projectcloseout. Combs Consulting Group is capable ofproviding a combination of any or all of thefollowing services:

Professional Services•Needs Assessment and Analysis•Bond Planning, Programming, Master Planning•Cost Estimating•Technical Specifications, Construction Documents & Bid Documents•Procurement Management•Construction Management, ImplementationManagement, Project Management•Standards Development•Quality Assurance - Plan & Specification Review

Technology Expertise•Cable Infrastructure•Data Network Systems•Voice Systems•Audio/Visual Systems•Security Systems•Facility Design•Service Provider Coordination

11550 IH-10 West, Suite 270 • San Antonio, Texas 78230 • 210-698-7887www.combs-group.com

11550 IH-10 West, Suite 270 • San Antonio, Texas 78230 • 210-698-7887www.combs-group.com

Partial Client List

Architectural Firms3D InternationalBarnes Gromatsky KosarekBay ArchitectsBradley ArchitectsCotera + Reed ArchitectsCroslin& AssociatesChumney & AssociatesDeMunbrun-Scarnato ArchitectsDLR GroupERO InternationalFKP Architects, Inc.Fields & AssociatesFord Powell & CarsonFromberg & AssociatesGarza ArchitectsGarza/Bomberger & AssociatesGenslerGriffin + JacobsonHKSHaddon + Cowan Architects CollaborativeHellmuth, Obata + Kassabaum, Inc. (HOK)Jennings Hackler, Inc.Johnson Seefeldt ArchitectsKell MunozLZT ArchitectsLopez Salas ArchitectsMartinez Wright & MendezMarmon MokMcCall & AssociatesNegreteKolar ArchitectsO’Connell Robertson & AssociatesO’Neil Conrad OppeltOverland PartnersPBK ArchitectsPBS&J ArchitecturePageSoutherlandPage ArchitectsParshall & Associates ArchitectsPfluger& AssociatesPolkinghorn Group Architects, Inc.Raba Design GroupRehler Vaughn & Koone ArchitectsSHW Group, Inc.Tanaguchi Architects & AssociatesWestEast Design Group

K-12Alamo Heights ISDAustin DioceseAustin ISDBastrop ISDBoerne ISDBurnet CISDColumbia-Brazoria ISDComal ISDD’Hanis ISDDeer Park ISDDesoto ISDDripping Springs ISDEanes ISDEctor County ISDEdgewood ISDFort Sam ISDHays CISDJarrell ISDJohnson City ISDLampasas ISDLiberty Hill ISDLockhart ISDNew Braunfels ISDNorth East ISDNorthside ISDPflugerville ISDPleasanton ISDRound Rock ISDSaint Dominic Savio Catholic HSSaint Gabriel Catholic SchoolSaitn Joseph AcademySalado ISDSchertz Cibolo Universal City ISDSeguin iSDSouth San Antonio ISDTeague ISDTexas City ISDUvalde CISD

Higher EducationAlamo Community College DistrictAustin Community CollegeAustin Presbyterian TheologicalSeminaryTarleton State UniversityTexas A&M UniversityTexas A&M University-Corpus ChristiTexas A&M University-LaredoTexas State UniversityUniversity of Houston-Clear LakeUniversity of ColoradoUniversity of HoustonUniversity of MarylandUniversity of Texas at AustinUniversity of Texas at BrownsvilleUniversity fo Texas Pan AmericanUniversity of Texas at San AntonioUniversity of Texas Health ScienceCenter-San Antonio

CorporateAmerican Campus CommunitiesAustin Counter TopsGuadalupe Valley Electric CooperativeHaven for HopeMCI WorldComReliant EnergyStructural Metals Incorporated (SMI)

GovernmentArmy Corps of Engineers-Fort Worth, TXDistrictArmy Corps of Engineers-Huntsville, ALDistrictArmy Corps of Engineers-Europe DistrictBexar Metro 911Broward County, FLCity of Georgetown, TXCity of Jarrell, TXCity of San Antonio, TXFort Sam HoustonLackland Air Force BaseLower Colorado River Authority (LCRA)San Antonio River AuthorityUS Army Corps of EngineersWilliamson Central Appraisal District

Health Care and ResearchTulsa Heart Hospital of SaintFrancisUniversity of Texas HealthScience CenterUniversity of Texas Medicine

11550 IH-10 West, Suite 270 • San Antonio, Texas 78230 • Voice: 210-698-7887 • Fax: 210-698-7889 • www.Combs-Group.com

Project References

for PBK, Pfluger Associates Architects and SHW Group

Architectural Firm: PBK

Project Architect: Raul Llanes, Chris Ahumada

Address: 601 N.W. Loop 410, Suite 400 San Antonio, Texas 78216

Phone Number: 210-829-0123 Project Name(s): NISD – Gustafson Stadium Renovation

NISD – New Alamo Ranch Elementary School NISD – New Carnahan Elementary School NISD – New Alamo Ranch Middle School

Scope of Services: Data, Voice, Video and Security Cable Infrastructure, Video Surveillance System Rough-in, Access Control System Rough-in, Intrusion Detection System Rough-in

Architectural Firm: Pfluger Associates Architects

Project Architect: Michelle Dudley, Kent Niemann, Michael Martinez, Florin Popa

Address: 1917 North New Braunfels Ave., Suite 201 San Antonio, Texas 78208

Phone Number: 210-227-2724 Project Name(s): North East ISD – New Harris Middle School North East ISD – New Lopez Middle School Scope of Services: Data, Voice and Video Cable Infrastructure and Ceiling Mounted

Projector Rough-in Project Architect: Kent Niemann

Address: 1917 North New Braunfels Ave., Suite 201

San Antonio, Texas 78208

Phone Number: 210-227-2724


Project Name(s): Boerne ISD – New Champion High School

Boerne ISD – Greyhound High School Additions & Renovations Scope of Services: Data, Voice and Video Cable Infrastructure, Access Control System and

Ceiling Mounted Projector Rough-in Project Architect: Florin Popa



Phone Number: 210-227-2724 Project Name(s): Northside ISD – Pat Neff Middle School Library Addition

Scope of Services: Data, Voice, Video and Security Cable Infrastructure, Video Surveillance

System Rough-in, Access Control System Rough-in, Intrusion Detection System Rough-in

Project Architect: Michael Martinez



Phone Number: 210-227-2724 Project Name(s): North East ISD – Madison High School Additions & Renovations – New

Cafeteria Building and New Science Building North East ISD – Madison High School A.L.E. Classroom

Scope of Services: Data, Voice and Video Cable Infrastructure and Ceiling Mounted Projector Rough-in




Phone Number: 210-227-2724 Project Name(s): Comal ISD – New Startzville Elementary School

Comal ISD – New Timberwood Park Elementary School Comal ISD – New Johnson Ranch Elementary School Comal ISD – Arlon Seay Elementary School Comal ISD – New Mountain Valley Middle School


Scope of Services: Data, Voice and Video Cable Infrastructure, Data Network System, Voice

System, Intrusion Detection System, Access Control System, Audio/Visual Systems (Ceiling Mounted Projectors)

Project Architect: Lius Montoto




Project Name(s): Comal ISD – New Bulverde Elementary School

Scope of Services: Data, Voice and Video Cable Infrastructure, Data Network System, Voice System, Intrusion Detection System, Access Control System, Audio/Visual Systems (Ceiling Mounted Projectors)

Project Architect: Elda Galvez




Project Name(s): Southwest ISD – McNair 9th Grade Center

Scope of Services: Data and Voice Cable Infrastructure Project Architect: John Williams




Project Name(s): Cotulla ISD New Middle School Cotulla ISD New Encinal Cafeteria Cotulla ISD New Concessions Facility

Cotulla ISD High School Renovations Scope of Services: Data and Voice Cable Infrastructure, Data Network System, Voice

System, Access Control System Rough-in


Project Architect: Brad Pfluger, George Austria

Address: 209 East Riverside Drive Austin, Texas 78704


Project Name(s): Saint Dominic Savio Catholic High School

Scope of Services: Data and Voice Cable Infrastructure , Data Network System, Voice System, Video Surveillance System, Access Control System, Instruction Detection System, Audio/Visual System (Ceiling Mounted Projectors)

Project Architect: Sean Conner



Project Name(s): Eanes ISD 2006 Bond Renovations (Westlake High School)

Scope of Services: Data, Voice and Video Cable Infrastructure, Video Surveillance System

and Access Control System

Project Architect: Jonathan Hodges



Project Name(s): Bastrop ISD New Cedar Creek High School

Scope of Services: Data and Voice Cable Infrastructure, Data Network System, Voice System, Video Surveillance System, Intrusion Detection System, Access Control, Audio/Visual Systems (Ceiling Mounted Projectors)

Project Architect: Denise Shaw




Project Name(s): Bastrop ISD New Jerry Fay-Wilhelm Center for the

Performing Arts

Scope of Services: Data and Voice Cable Infrastructure, Data Network System, Voice System, Video Surveillance System, Intrusion Detection System, Access Control System, Audio/Visual Systems (Ceiling Mounted Projectors)

Project Architect: Scott Beardslee


Phone Number: 512-476-4040 Project Architect: Scott Beardslee

Project Name(s): Bastrop ISD New Athletic Stadium

Scope of Services: Data and Voice Cable Infrastructure, Data Network System, Voice System, Video Surveillance System, Intrusion Detection System, Access Control System, Audio/Visual Systems (Ceiling Mounted Projectors)

Architectural Firm: SHW Group

Project Architect: Mark Rueschel

Address: 200 West Cesar Chavez Street, Suite 200 Austin, Texas 78701

Phone Number: 512-867-6000 Project Name: St. Gabriel’s Catholic School Scope of Services: Data, Voice and Video Cable Infrastructure, Access Control System

Rough-In, and Ceiling Mounted Projector Rough-in Project Architect: Tavo Reyes, James Fauver

Address: 200 West Cesar Chavez Street, Suite 200

Austin, Texas 78701

Phone Number: 512-867-6000 Project Name(s): Comal ISD – New Freiheit Elementary School

Comal ISD – New Morningside Elementary School


Comal ISD – New Oak Creek Elementary School

Comal ISD – Canyon High School Additions & Renovations

Scope of Services: Data, Voice and Video Cable Infrastructure, Data Network, Voice System, Video Surveillance System, Intrusion Detection System, Access Control System, Audio/Visual Systems (Ceiling Mounted Projectors)


Address: 1160 East Commerce Street, Suite 200



Project Name(s): Comal ISD – Smithson Valley High School Additions & Renovations

Scope of Services: Data, Voice and Video Cable Infrastructure, Data Network System, Voice System, Video Surveillance System, Intrusion Detection System, Access Control System, Audio/Visual Systems (Ceiling Mounted Projectors)

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