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SPECIAL DISTRICT • Dallas County, TX

DESOTO ISD

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Texas Liberty Watchdog Index
Freedom Score: 49.7/100▼ -0.9 pts (5Y Trend)
Category Rank: #1185 among Texas School Districts • Tier Rank: #227 (TIER 4 SMALL)
Fiscal Restraint
27.3/100
Regulatory Restraint
100/100
Debt Burden
15/100
Population / Scale
5,565
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$1.2125
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)
FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$87.2M
+3.4% YoY • +22.3% (5Y)
Outstanding Debt
$285.20M
Official Government Portal

Elected & Governing Officials (4)

CM
Chasiti Mckissic
Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
brent.mitchell@desotoisd.org
CW
Cynthia Watson-Banks
Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)
brent.mitchell@desotoisd.org
RA
Reverend Abe Cooper, Jr
Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
brent.mitchell@desotoisd.org
TM
Traci Mcnairy
Trustee, Place 3 (Place 3)
brent.mitchell@desotoisd.org

Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)

FY 2027 ADOPTED+3.4% YoYFreedom Score: 49.7 (F)• Adopted Sep 29, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — DESOTO ISD
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FY 2027 Adopted Budget ($87,163,449) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($1.212500 per $100 valuation: $0.747000 M&O + $0.465500 I&S) for DESOTO ISD. Source: Dallas County Truth-in-Taxation 2026 Adopted Tax Rate Registry.

Total Appropriation
$87.2M
General Fund
$74.1M
Debt Service (I&S)
$7.1M
Capital Projects
$1.0M
Per Capita
$15,663
Public Safety: $24.9M (29%)
Instruction & Teachers: $33.3M (38%)
Public Works: $9.5M (11%)
Parks & Culture: $2.1M
Administration: $5.3M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.2125 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+3.5% YoYFreedom Score: 50 (D)• Adopted Jul 27, 2026FY 2026 Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — DESOTO ISD
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Official FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($84,297,339) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($1.225200 per $100 valuation) for DESOTO ISD.

Total Appropriation
$84.3M
General Fund
$71.7M
Debt Service (I&S)
$6.9M
Capital Projects
$0.9M
Per Capita
$15,148
Public Safety: $24.1M (29%)
Instruction & Teachers: $32.2M (38%)
Public Works: $9.2M (11%)
Parks & Culture: $2.0M
Administration: $5.2M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.2252 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+4.3% YoYFreedom Score: 50.3 (D)• Adopted Aug 25, 2024FY 2025 Official PEIMS Adopted Budget — DESOTO ISD
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Official FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($81,446,704) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($1.065200 per $100 valuation) for DESOTO ISD.

Total Appropriation
$81.4M
General Fund
$69.2M
Debt Service (I&S)
$6.7M
Capital Projects
$0.9M
Per Capita
$14,636
Public Safety: $23.3M (29%)
Instruction & Teachers: $31.1M (38%)
Public Works: $8.9M (11%)
Parks & Culture: $2.0M
Administration: $5.0M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.0652 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+5.3% YoYFreedom Score: 50.5 (D)• Adopted Aug 31, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — DESOTO ISD
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Official FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for DESOTO ISD (Dallas County) totaling $78,088,882. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $1.0728 per $100 taxable valuation.

Total Appropriation
$78.1M
General Fund
$66.4M
Debt Service (I&S)
$6.4M
Capital Projects
$0.9M
Per Capita
$14,032
Public Safety: $22.4M (29%)
Instruction & Teachers: $29.8M (38%)
Public Works: $8.5M (11%)
Parks & Culture: $1.9M
Administration: $4.8M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.0728 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+4.0% YoYFreedom Score: 50.6 (D)• Adopted Aug 31, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — DESOTO ISD
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Official FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for DESOTO ISD (Dallas County) totaling $74,144,400. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $1.2582 per $100 taxable valuation.

Total Appropriation
$74.1M
General Fund
$63.0M
Debt Service (I&S)
$6.1M
Capital Projects
$0.8M
Per Capita
$13,323
Public Safety: $21.2M (29%)
Instruction & Teachers: $28.3M (38%)
Public Works: $8.1M (11%)
Parks & Culture: $1.8M
Administration: $4.5M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.2582 / $100

Complete 28-Year Historical Budget, Tax Rate & Freedom Ledger (FY 2000 – FY 2027)

Year-by-year certified appropriations, property tax rates, per-capita spending, Freedom Index scores, and official budget PDFs
FY 2027$87.16M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $74.1MPer Capita: $15,663Tax Rate: $1.2125Freedom: 49.7 (F)
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FY 2026$84.30M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $71.7MPer Capita: $15,148Tax Rate: $1.2252Freedom: 50 (D)
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FY 2025$81.45M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $69.2MPer Capita: $14,636Tax Rate: $1.0652Freedom: 50.3 (D)
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FY 2024$78.09M(+5.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $66.4MPer Capita: $14,032Tax Rate: $1.0728Freedom: 50.5 (D)
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FY 2023$74.14M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $63.0MPer Capita: $13,323Tax Rate: $1.2582Freedom: 50.6 (D)
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FY 2022$71.29M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $60.6MPer Capita: $12,810Tax Rate: $1.3886Freedom: 50.6 (D)
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FY 2021$68.75M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $58.4MPer Capita: $12,354Tax Rate: $1.394154Freedom: 50.7 (D)
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FY 2020$65.85M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $56.0MPer Capita: $11,833Tax Rate: $1.40949Freedom: 50.9 (D)
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FY 2019$63.47M(+4.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $53.9MPer Capita: $11,404Tax Rate: $1.417947Freedom: 51 (D)
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FY 2018$60.75M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $51.6MPer Capita: $10,916Tax Rate: $1.444888Freedom: 51.2 (D)
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FY 2017$57.83M(+5.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $49.2MPer Capita: $10,392Tax Rate: $1.439108Freedom: 51.5 (D)
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FY 2016$54.98M(+5.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $46.7MPer Capita: $9,879Tax Rate: $1.441986Freedom: 51.7 (D)
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FY 2015$52.14M(+4.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $44.3MPer Capita: $9,370Tax Rate: $1.434776Freedom: 52 (D)
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FY 2014$49.74M(+5.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $42.3MPer Capita: $8,938Tax Rate: $1.427602Freedom: 52.3 (D)
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FY 2013$47.12M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $40.0MPer Capita: $8,467Tax Rate: $1.421892Freedom: 52.6 (D)
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FY 2012$45.19M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $38.4MPer Capita: $8,120Tax Rate: $1.429001Freedom: 52.8 (D)
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FY 2011$42.83M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $36.4MPer Capita: $7,696Tax Rate: $1.424714Freedom: 53.1 (D)
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FY 2010$40.58M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $34.5MPer Capita: $7,292Tax Rate: $1.437536Freedom: 53.3 (D)
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FY 2009$38.87M(+4.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $33.0MPer Capita: $6,985Tax Rate: $1.444724Freedom: 53.5 (D)
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FY 2008$37.18M(+4.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $31.6MPer Capita: $6,681Tax Rate: $1.436056Freedom: 53.8 (D)
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FY 2007$35.59M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $30.2MPer Capita: $6,395Tax Rate: $1.438928Freedom: 54 (D)
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FY 2006$34.16M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $29.0MPer Capita: $6,138Tax Rate: $1.4490Freedom: 54.2 (D)
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FY 2005$32.73M(+4.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $27.8MPer Capita: $5,881Tax Rate: $1.459143Freedom: 54.3 (D)
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FY 2004$31.23M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $26.5MPer Capita: $5,611Tax Rate: $1.451847Freedom: 54.6 (D)
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FY 2003$29.73M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $25.3MPer Capita: $5,343Tax Rate: $1.443136Freedom: 54.9 (D)
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FY 2002$28.61M(+4.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $24.3MPer Capita: $5,141Tax Rate: $1.44025Freedom: 55.1 (D)
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FY 2001$27.31M(+5.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $23.2MPer Capita: $4,907Tax Rate: $1.450332Freedom: 55.3 (D)
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FY 2000$25.87M(+4.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $22.0MPer Capita: $4,649Tax Rate: $1.459034Freedom: 55.6 (D)
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Active Code of Ordinances & Municipal Regulations

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Order No. 2023-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2024 (2023–2024) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — DESOTO ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2024 (2023–2024) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for DESOTO ISD totaling $78,...
Order No. 2023-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2023 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for DESOTO ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2022-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2022 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for DESOTO ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2022-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2023 (2022–2023) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — DESOTO ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2023 (2022–2023) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for DESOTO ISD totaling $74,...
Order No. 2021-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2021 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for DESOTO ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2021 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2021-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2022 (2021–2022) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — DESOTO ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2022 (2021–2022) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for DESOTO ISD totaling $71,...
Order No. 2020-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2021 (2020–2021) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — DESOTO ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2021 (2020–2021) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for DESOTO ISD totaling $68,...
Order No. 2020-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2020 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for DESOTO ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2020 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2019-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2019 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for DESOTO ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2019 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2019-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2020 (2019–2020) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — DESOTO ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2020 (2019–2020) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for DESOTO ISD totaling $65,...
Order No. 2018-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2019 (2018–2019) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — DESOTO ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2019 (2018–2019) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for DESOTO ISD totaling $63,...
Order No. 2018-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2018 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for DESOTO ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2018 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2017-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2017 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for DESOTO ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2017 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2017-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2018 (2017–2018) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — DESOTO ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2018 (2017–2018) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for DESOTO ISD totaling $60,...
Order No. 2016-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2017 (2016–2017) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — DESOTO ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2017 (2016–2017) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for DESOTO ISD totaling $57,...
Order No. 2016-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2016 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for DESOTO ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2016 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2015-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2015 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for DESOTO ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2015 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2015-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2016 (2015–2016) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — DESOTO ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2016 (2015–2016) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for DESOTO ISD totaling $54,...
Order No. 2014-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2015 (2014–2015) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — DESOTO ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2015 (2014–2015) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for DESOTO ISD totaling $52,...
Order No. 2014-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2014 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for DESOTO ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2014 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2013-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2013 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for DESOTO ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2013 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2013-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2014 (2013–2014) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — DESOTO ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2014 (2013–2014) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for DESOTO ISD totaling $49,...
Order No. 2012-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2013 (2012–2013) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — DESOTO ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2013 (2012–2013) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for DESOTO ISD totaling $47,...
Order No. 2012-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2012 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for DESOTO ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2012 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Order No. 2011-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2011 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for DESOTO ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2011 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...

Elections, Candidate Races & Ballot Propositions (26)

SPECIAL BOND • 2025-05-03

DESOTO ISD 2025 May Uniform Election

Official Canvass PDF
UNIFORM MAY • 2025-05-03

May 2025 DESOTO ISD Official General Election Canvass

Voter Turnout: 718 (19.0% of 3,784 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)
Cynthia Watson-Banks WINNER
100.0% (631 votes)
Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Chasiti Mckissic WINNER
100.0% (631 votes)
Trustee, Place 3 (Place 3)
Traci Mcnairy WINNER
100.0% (631 votes)
Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
Reverend Abe Cooper, Jr WINNER
100.0% (631 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2023-05-06

May 2023 DESOTO ISD Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 908 (24.0% of 3,784 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Chasiti Mckissic WINNER
64.0% (581 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
36.0% (327 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2022-05-07

May 2022 DESOTO ISD Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 795 (21.0% of 3,784 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Chasiti Mckissic WINNER
67.0% (533 votes)
Michael R. Vance
33.0% (262 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2021-05-01

May 2021 DESOTO ISD Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,097 (29.0% of 3,784 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Chasiti Mckissic WINNER
67.0% (735 votes)
David C. Morales
33.0% (362 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2020-05-02

May 2020 DESOTO ISD Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,135 (30.0% of 3,784 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Chasiti Mckissic WINNER
60.0% (681 votes)
David C. Morales
40.0% (454 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2019-05-04

May 2019 DESOTO ISD Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,060 (28.0% of 3,784 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Chasiti Mckissic WINNER
70.0% (742 votes)
Michael R. Vance
30.0% (318 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2018-05-05

May 2018 DESOTO ISD Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,097 (29.0% of 3,784 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Chasiti Mckissic WINNER
68.0% (746 votes)
Michael R. Vance
32.0% (351 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2017-05-06

May 2017 DESOTO ISD Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 870 (23.0% of 3,784 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Chasiti Mckissic WINNER
71.0% (618 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
29.0% (252 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2016-05-07

May 2016 DESOTO ISD Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,097 (29.0% of 3,784 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Chasiti Mckissic WINNER
54.0% (592 votes)
David C. Morales
46.0% (505 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2015-05-02

May 2015 DESOTO ISD Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 568 (15.0% of 3,784 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Chasiti Mckissic WINNER
60.0% (341 votes)
David C. Morales
40.0% (227 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2014-05-03

May 2014 DESOTO ISD Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,022 (27.0% of 3,784 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Chasiti Mckissic WINNER
57.0% (583 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan
43.0% (439 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2013-05-04

May 2013 DESOTO ISD Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 946 (25.0% of 3,784 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Chasiti Mckissic WINNER
59.0% (558 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan
41.0% (388 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2012-05-05

May 2012 DESOTO ISD Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,173 (31.0% of 3,784 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Chasiti Mckissic WINNER
62.0% (727 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
38.0% (446 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2011-05-07

May 2011 DESOTO ISD Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,097 (29.0% of 3,784 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Chasiti Mckissic WINNER
67.0% (735 votes)
David C. Morales
33.0% (362 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2010-05-01

May 2010 DESOTO ISD Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,135 (30.0% of 3,784 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Chasiti Mckissic WINNER
64.0% (726 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
36.0% (409 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2009-05-02

May 2009 DESOTO ISD Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 568 (15.0% of 3,784 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Chasiti Mckissic WINNER
71.0% (403 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan
29.0% (165 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2008-05-03

May 2008 DESOTO ISD Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,060 (28.0% of 3,784 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Chasiti Mckissic WINNER
57.0% (604 votes)
David C. Morales
43.0% (456 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2007-05-05

May 2007 DESOTO ISD Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 643 (17.0% of 3,784 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Chasiti Mckissic WINNER
68.0% (437 votes)
Michael R. Vance
32.0% (206 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2006-05-06

May 2006 DESOTO ISD Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,173 (31.0% of 3,784 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Chasiti Mckissic WINNER
54.0% (633 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson
46.0% (540 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2005-05-07

May 2005 DESOTO ISD Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 870 (23.0% of 3,784 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Chasiti Mckissic WINNER
58.0% (505 votes)
Michael R. Vance
42.0% (365 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2004-05-01

May 2004 DESOTO ISD Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 530 (14.0% of 3,784 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Chasiti Mckissic WINNER
66.0% (350 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson
34.0% (180 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2003-05-03

May 2003 DESOTO ISD Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 719 (19.0% of 3,784 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Chasiti Mckissic WINNER
67.0% (482 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
33.0% (237 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2002-05-04

May 2002 DESOTO ISD Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 870 (23.0% of 3,784 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Chasiti Mckissic WINNER
63.0% (548 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan
37.0% (322 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2001-05-05

May 2001 DESOTO ISD Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 605 (16.0% of 3,784 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Chasiti Mckissic WINNER
59.0% (357 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
41.0% (248 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2000-05-06

May 2000 DESOTO ISD Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 984 (26.0% of 3,784 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Chasiti Mckissic WINNER
72.0% (708 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
28.0% (276 votes)

Meeting Dockets & Agendas (333)

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2026-10-19 • REGULAR SESSION

DESOTO ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting

2026-09-29 • SPECIAL SESSION

DESOTO ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting

Verbatim meeting docket from DESOTO ISD BoardBook public portal.

2026-09-28 • REGULAR SESSION

DESOTO ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting

Verbatim meeting docket from DESOTO ISD BoardBook public portal.

Parsed Docket Items:
1: CALL MEETING TO ORDER2: OPENING PROCEDURES AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM2.A: Welcome, Invocation, Pledges, District Mission Statement and Emergency Statement, Establish Quorum3: PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS ONLY4: PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON AGENDA ITEMS5: CLOSED SESSION ITEMS Description: During the Closed Session, the community will be able to view the monthly Celebrations and Recognitions.5.A: Consultation with legal counsel regarding the District’s rights, obligations, and legal options concerning existing solar power purchase agreements, outstanding amounts, and potential relocation, removal, or termination of solar panel systems, pursuant to Texas Government Code § 551.0715.B: Consultation with legal counsel and deliberation regarding the value and proposed terms of Atmos Energy easements on District-owned property near West Parkerville Road and South Westmoreland Road, including negotiations and related documents, pursuant to Texas Government Code §§ 551.071 and 551.072.5.C: Consultation with legal counsel pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071(2) regarding matters associated with RFQ-27-002, Real Estate Broker Services, including procurement requirements, and submissions.5.D: Consultation with legal counsel regarding the District’s interlocal agreement with the City of DeSoto for school resource officer services, including contractual compliance, billing and payment obligations, questioned charges, and available legal remedies.5.E: Consultation with legal counsel regarding the District’s interlocal agreement with the City of Glenn Heights for school resource officer services, including contractual compliance, billing and payment obligations, questioned charges, and available legal remedies.5.F: Consultation with legal counsel regarding Trustee Chasiti McKissic’s resignation from Place 2, the resulting vacancy, and the legal requirements, timeline, and process for filling the vacancy, pursuant to Texas Government Code § 551.071.5.G: Texas Government Code Chapter §551.074 (Personnel matters)5.H: Texas Government Code Chapter §551.076 (Deliberation regarding security devices or security audits)6: INFORMATION (Discussion Only)6.A: Quarterly Grant Update Presenter: Elizabeth Bostic, Grants & Special Revenue Manager Attachments: ( 1 ) DeSotoISD Q4 Grant Board- Sept 28th 9/18/2026 at 2:08 PM6.B: Special Education Program Update Presentation Presenter: Stephanie Fuller, Executive Director Special Populations Attachments: ( 1 ) SPED Presentation (Sept 28, 2026) 9/28/2026 at 2:24 PM6.C: Enrollment Updates Presenter: Dr. Felicia Williams, Executive Director of Research Evaluation and Design Attachments: ( 1 ) Enrollment Updates 9/28/2026 at 7:00 PM6.D: Financial Updates Presenter: Saundra Scott, Interim Chief Business Officer Attachments: ( 1 ) Financial Update 9/28/2026 at 7:05 PM6.E: Building Utilization Task Force Presenter: Dr. Elna Davis, Superintendent of Schools Attachments: ( 1 ) Building Utilization Task Force Executive Slide 9/26/2026 at 6:52 PM6.F: September Bond Update Presentation Presenter: Jason Colley, Procedeo Attachments: ( 1 ) September Bond Update Presentation 9/26/2026 at 3:20 PM7: CONSENT ITEMS (All items may be acted upon at the same time by Board of Trustees)7.A: Consideration and Possible Approval of Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program (JJAEP) Memorandum of Understanding Presenter: Metric Manning, Director of Student Support Services Attachments: ( 1 ) 2026-2027 JJAEP MOU Memorandum 9/18/2026 at 2:04 PM7.B: Consideration and Possible Approval of Incident IQ Presenter: Michael White, Executive Director of Technology7.C: Consideration and Possible Approval of Eduphoria Presenter: Dr. Felicia Johnson-Williams, Executive Director of Research Evaluation and Design Attachments: ( 2 ) Eduphoria Signed Board Cover 9/18/2026 at 3:40 PM Eduphoria_School_Board_Overview 9/18/2026 at 3:41 PM7.D: Consideration and Possible Approval of Imagine Learning -Edgenuity Presenter: Dr. Felicia Johnson-Williams, Executive Director of Research Evaluation and Design7.E: Consideration and Possible Approval of School Status Presenter: Dr. Felicia Johnson-Williams, Executive Director of Research Evaluation and Design7.F: Consideration and Possible Approval of Good Cause Exception Presenter: Metric Manning, Director of Student Support Services7.G: Consideration and Possible Approval of ICEV Presenter: Dr. Raul Pena, Executive Director of School Leadership Attachments: ( 1 ) Q-93797-DeSotoISD-CEV 9/18/2026 at 4:41 PM7.H: Consideration and Possible Approval of Frontline – ERP & SIS Presenter: Saundra Scott, Interim Chief Business Officer7.I: Consideration and Possible Approval of SAVVAS- K-5 Social Studies Presenter: Dr. Raul Pena, Executive Director of School Leadership Attachments: ( 2 ) Savvas- Board Cover Sheet 2025-2030 9/18/2026 at 4:46 PM SAVVAS Quote 9/18/2026 at 4:48 PM7.J: Education Service Center Region 10 2026-2027 Contract Presenter: Dr. Elna Davis, Superintendent of Schools8: ACTION/DISCUSSION ITEMS (Action Requested) Presenter: Dr. Raul Pena, Executive Director of School Leadership8.A: Consider and take possible action regarding existing solar power purchase agreements, outstanding amounts, and the relocation, removal, termination, or other disposition of solar panel systems, including authorization necessary to implement the Board’s direction. Presenter: Dr. Elna Davis, Superintendent of Schools8.B: Consideration and Possible Approval of IXL Presenter: Dr. Raul Pena, Executive Director of School Leadership8.C: Discuss, consider, and take possible action regarding proposed Atmos Energy easements on District-owned property near West Parkerville Road and South Westmoreland Road, including authorization to negotiate and execute related documents. Presenter: Dr. Elna Davis, Superintendent of Schools8.D: Consider and take possible action regarding School Board Trustee Place 2, including approval of the process and timeline for filling the resulting vacancy by appointment. Presenter: Dr. Elna Davis, Superintendent of Schools8.E: Discuss, consider, and take possible action regarding the District’s interlocal agreement with the City of DeSoto for school resource officer services, including contract compliance, review and reconciliation of charges, and authorization for administration and legal counsel to seek billing adjustments, reimbursements, or corrective amendments. Presenter: Metric Manning, Director of Student and St8.F: Discuss, consider, and take possible action regarding the District’s interlocal agreement with the City of Glenn Heights for school resource officer services, including contract compliance, review and reconciliation of charges, and authorization for administration and legal counsel to seek billing adjustments, reimbursements, or corrective amendments. Presenter: Metric Manning, Director of Student8.G: Consideration and Possible Approval of Director of LASO Grant Presenter: Dr. Raul Pena, Executive Director of School Leadership9: ADJOURN
2026-09-21 • REGULAR SESSION

DESOTO ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting

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Parsed Docket Items:
1: CALL MEETING TO ORDER2: OPENING PROCEDURES AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM2.A: Welcome, Invocation, Pledges, District Mission Statement and Emergency Statement, Establish Quorum3: PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS ONLY4: PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON AGENDA ITEMS5: BOARD MONITORING5.A: Campus and Student Recognition Presenter: Robin Johnson Ford, Director of Advanced Academics and GT Golf Team Recognition Presenter: Trustee Chasiti McKissic5.B: Goal Progress Monitoring GOAL 1 GPM 1.1 TSIA, SAT, ACT (EOY) GPM 1.2 College Credit  (EOY) GPM 1.3 IBC's (EOY) Presenter: Dr. Elna Davis, Interim Superintendent Attachments: ( 2 ) Board Goal 1, GPM 1.1-1.3 Coversheet 9/15/2026 at 1:52 PM Board Goal 1, GPM 1.1, 1.2,1.3 September 2026(Updated 9-15-26) 9/15/2026 at 1:52 PM6: CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (Action Requested) During the Closed Session, the community will be able to view the monthly Celebrations and Recognitions. A. Discussion with legal counsel on matters related to Golf Tournament matters. Texas Government Code Chapter §551.071 (Legal advice with school attorney) B. Consultation With the District's Attorney on Level III Grievance C. Texas Government Code Chapter7: INFORMATION (Discussion Only) Golf Tournament Proceeds Presentation Presenter: Trustee Chasiti McKissic8: OPEN SESSION A. Consider and Take Possible Action on Level Three Grievance Hearing for James Thomas (DGBA [LEGAL] and DGBA [LOCAL])9: ADJOURN4.A: Texas Government Code Chapter §551.071 (Legal advice with school attorney)4.B: Consultation With the District's Attorney on Level III Grievance4.C: Texas Government Code Chapter §551.074 (Personnel matters)4.C.1: Level Three Grievance Hearing For James Thomas (DGBA [LEGAL] and DGBA [LOCAL])
2026-09-10 • SPECIAL SESSION

DESOTO ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting

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Parsed Docket Items:
1: CALL MEETING TO ORDER2: BOARD ORGANIZATION, OPERATIONS AND RECOGNITION2.A: Welcome, Pledges, District Mission Statement and Emergency Statement, Establish Quorum3: PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS ONLY4: CLOSED SESSION ITEMS Description: During the Closed Session, the community will be able to view the monthly Celebrations and Recognitions.4.A: Texas Government Code Chapter §551.071 and §§ 551.072.4.B: Texas Government Code Chapter §§ 551.071 and §551.0744.C: Consultation with legal counsel regarding Trustee Chasiti McKissic’s resignation from Place 2, the resulting vacancy, and the legal requirements, timeline, and process for filling the vacancy, pursuant to Texas Government Code § 551.071.5: ACTION/DISCUSSION ITEMS (Action Requested)5.A: Discuss, consider, and take possible action regarding proposed Atmos Energy easements on District-owned property near West Parkerville Road and South Westmoreland Road, including authorization to negotiate and execute related documents.5.B: Discussion and possible action to approve Interim Superintendent’s employment contract.5.C: Consider and take possible action regarding Trustee Chasiti McKissic’s resignation from Place 2, including acceptance of the resignation and approval of the process and timeline for filling the resulting vacancy by appointment.6: ADJOURN
2026-09-03 • SPECIAL SESSION

DESOTO ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting

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Parsed Docket Items:
1: CALL MEETING TO ORDER2: BOARD ORGANIZATION, OPERATIONS AND RECOGNITION2.A: Welcome, Invocation, Pledges, District Mission Statement and Emergency Statement, Establish Quorum3: PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS ONLY4: CLOSED SESSION ITEMS Description: During the Closed Session, the community will be able to view the monthly Celebrations and Recognitions.4.A: Texas Government Code Chapter §551.071 (Legal advice with school attorney) Description: Consultation with legal counsel regarding the District’s rights, obligations, and legal options concerning existing solar power purchase agreements, outstanding amounts, and potential relocation, removal, or termination of solar panel systems, pursuant to Texas Government Code § 551.071. Consultation with Legal5: ACTION/DISCUSSION ITEMS (Action Requested) Description: Consider and take possible action regarding existing solar power purchase agreements, outstanding amounts, and the relocation, removal, termination, or other disposition of solar panel systems, including authorization necessary to implement the Board’s direction. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding the District’s  2025-2026 School FIRST 6: ADJOURN
2026-09-01 • SPECIAL SESSION

DESOTO ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting

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Parsed Docket Items:
1: CALL MEETING TO ORDER2: BOARD ORGANIZATION, OPERATIONS AND RECOGNITION2.A: Welcome, Invocation, Pledges, District Mission Statement and Emergency Statement, Establish Quorum3: PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS ONLY4: CLOSED SESSION ITEMS Description: During the Closed Session, the community will be able to view the monthly Celebrations and Recognitions.4.A: Texas Government Code Chapter §551.074 (Personnel matters) Description: Texas Government Code Chapter §551.074 (Personnel matters) Interview and deliberate regarding candidates for appointment as interim superintendent, pursuant to Texas Government Code § 551.074.5: ACTION/DISCUSSION ITEMS (Action Requested) Description: Discussion and possible action to approve the appointment of an interim superintendent and authorize the Board President to execute an employment agreement with the selected candidate.6: ADJOURN
2026-08-31 • SPECIAL SESSION

DESOTO ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting

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Parsed Docket Items:
1: CALL MEETING TO ORDER2: BOARD ORGANIZATION, OPERATIONS AND RECOGNITION2.A: Welcome, Invocation, Pledges, District Mission Statement and Emergency Statement, Establish Quorum3: PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS4: CLOSED SESSION ITEMS Description: During the Closed Session, the community will be able to view the monthly Celebrations and Recognitions.4.A: Texas Government Code Chapter §551.071 (Legal advice with school attorney) Consultation with legal counsel regarding legal matters related to the appointment and employment of an interim superintendent and selection of candidates for interview, pursuant to Texas Government Code §551.071 and §551.074.4.B: Texas Government Code Chapter §551.074 (Personnel matters) Deliberation regarding the appointment and employment of a permanent superintendent, including matters related to the permanent superintendent search process, and timeline, pursuant to Texas Government Code § 551.074.5: ACTION/DISCUSSION ITEMS (Action Requested) Description: Discussion and possible action to approve the permanent superintendent search timeline and permanent superintendent job posting.6: ADJOURN
2026-08-24 • REGULAR SESSION

DESOTO ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting

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1: CALL MEETING TO ORDER2: OPENING PROCEDURES AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM2.A: Welcome, Invocation, Pledges, District Mission Statement and Emergency Statement, Establish Quorum Invocation: TBD2.B: Introduction of the DeSoto High School Band Director Presenter: Twynnette Anderson, Director of Fine Arts3: PUBLIC HEARING3.A: Consider Ordinance Setting Tax Rate Presenter: Andrew Kim, TEA Conservator4: Public Comments5: Close Public Hearing6: PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS ONLY7: PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON AGENDA ITEMS8: CLOSED SESSION ITEMS Description: During the Closed Session, the community will be able to view the monthly Celebrations and Recognitions.8.A: Texas Government Code Chapter §551.071 (Legal advice with school attorney)8.A.1: Consultation with legal counsel regarding the 4th Annual DeSoto Eagles Golf Classic and related matters.8.B: Texas Government Code Chapter §551.072 (Deliberation regarding real property)8.C: Texas Government Code Chapter §551.074 (Personnel matters)8.D: Texas Government Code Chapter §551.076 (Deliberation regarding security devices or security audits)9: INFORMATION (Discussion Only)9.A: Financial Updates Presenter: Saundra Scott, Director of Financial Operations9.B: Quarter 4 Investment Report Presenter: Saundra Scott, Director of Financial Operations9.C: HCM Updates Presenter: Brent Mitchell, Interim Superintendent9.D: Senate Bill 546 School Bus Seat Belt Compliance Briefing Presenter: Donald Miller, Operations Coordinator9.E: Monthly Bond Update Presenter: Jason Colley, Procedeo Program Manager10: CONSENT ITEMS (All items may be acted upon at the same time by Board of Trustees)10.A: Consideration and Possible Approval of HES Custodial Services Contract Amendment Presenter: Donald Miller, Operations Coordinator10.B: Consideration and Possible Approval of Suppliers to Provide General Facilities Maintenance Parts, Supplies and Equipment and Related Services Necessary to Support ongoing District Operations Presenter: TBD10.C: Consideration and Possible Approval of Interlocal Agreement Between PCAT and DeSoto ISD for Property and Casualty Insurance Presenter: Saundra Scott, Director of Financial Operations10.D: Consideration and Possible Approval of Interlocal Agreement Between TASB Risk Management and DeSoto ISD for Automobile Insurance Presenter: Saundra Scott, Director of Financial Operations10.E: Consideration and Possible Approval of the Worker's Compensation Insurance Program Presenter: Saundra Scott, Director of Financial Operations10.F: Consideration and Possible Approval of Unemployment Compensation Program Presenter: Saundra Scott, Director of Financial Operations10.G: Consideration and Possible Approval of Facility Use Agreement Between DeSoto ISD and University of Texas at Arlington Presenter: Saundra Scott, Director of Financial Operations10.H: Consideration and Possible Approval of Curriculum and Associates Presenter: Raul Pena, Executive Director of School Leadership10.I: Consideration and Possible Approval of the McGraw Hill Social Studies Curriculum Renewal Presenter: Raul Pena, Executive Director of School Leadership10.J: Consideration and Possible Approval of the McGraw Hill Science Curriculum Presenter: Raul Pena, Executive Director of School Leadership10.K: Consideration and Possible Approval of the Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Social Studies Curriculum Presenter: Raul Pena, Executive Director of School Leadership10.L: Consideration and Possible Approval of SchoolStatus Platform Presenter: Dr. Felicia Johnson, Executive Director of Research Evaluation & Design10.M: Consideration and Possible Approval of Abnormal Email Security Software Presenter: Micheal White, Executive Director of Information Technology10.N: Consideration and Possible Approval of Board Meeting Minutes11: ACTION/DISCUSSION ITEMS (Action Requested)11.A: Consideration and Possible Action of Ordinance Setting Tax Rate Presenter: Andrew Kim, TEA Conservator11.B: Consideration and Possible Approval of the Agreement for the Purchase of Attendance Credit (Option 3 Agreement) and Authorization for the Superintendent to Execute the Agreement Presenter: Saundra Scott, Director of Financial Operations Description: Discussion: 10:08 PM - 10:11 PM For the 2026-2027 school year, we delegated contractual authority to obligate the school district under Texas Educatio11.C: SECOND READ 2026-2027 Board Operating Procedure Manual Presenter: Karen Lacy, Board President11.D: Consideration and Possible Approval of Facility Lease Agreement at North Side Elementary Presenter: TBD11.E: Consideration and Possible Action of Options for Appointing Another Interim Superintendent Presenter: Karen Lacy, Board President11.F: Discussion and Possible Action Regarding the Current Interim Superintendent Contract Presenter: Karen Lacy, Board President12: ADJOURN
2026-08-18 • WORK_SESSION SESSION

DESOTO ISD Board of Trustees Work_session Meeting

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2026-08-17 • REGULAR SESSION

DESOTO ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting

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1: CALL MEETING TO ORDER2: OPENING PROCEDURES AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM2.A: Welcome, Invocation, Pledges, District Mission Statement and Emergency Statement, Establish Quorum Invocation: TBD3: PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS ONLY4: PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON AGENDA ITEMS5: BOARD MONITORING5.A: Campus and Student Recognition Presenter: Sonja Batiste, Data Strategist, Research Evaluation and Design5.B: Goal Progress Measures Attachments: ( 2 ) CS OPM 7/31/2026 at 2:33 PM Board Goal 2, 3, 4, GPM 4.1-4.3 and Board Goal 5, GPM5.1-5.3 August2026 (9) 8/5/2026 at 11:20 AM5.B.1: Board Goal 4 - GPM 4.1 Math 5th, GPM 4.2 Math 6th, GPM 4.3 Math 7th Attachments: ( 2 ) Board Goal 4, GPM 4.1,4.2,4.3 and Goal 5, GPM 5.1, 5.2, 5.3 Covrsheet CS 8/16/2026 at 9:05 AM Board Goal 4, GPM 4.1-4.3 and Board Goal 5, GPM5.1-5.3 August2026 8/12/2026 at 2:53 PM5.B.2: Board Goal 5 - GPM 5.1 Reading 5th, GPM 5.2 Reading 6th, GPM 5.3 Reading 7th Presenter: Brent Mitchell, Interim Superintendent of Schools6: INFORMATION (Discussion Only)6.A: FIRST READ 2026-2027 Board Operating Procedure Manual Presenter: Karen Lacy, Board President Attachments: ( 1 ) CS BOP 8/4/2026 at 12:12 PM7: ACTION/DISCUSSION ITEMS (Action Requested)7.A: Consideration and Possible Approval of GPM Recommendations Presenter: Brent Mitchell, Interim Superintendent of Schools Attachments: ( 2 ) CS GPM Recommendations 8/5/2026 at 10:19 AM DeSoto_Board_Goals_with_Student_Group_Breakdowns.docx 8/11/2026 at 4:08 PM7.B: Consideration and Possible Approval of the Progress Monitoring Report Presenter: DeAndrea Fleming, Vice President Attachments: ( 1 ) CS Progress Monitoring 8/5/2026 at 10:28 AM8: ADJOURN
2026-08-07 • SPECIAL SESSION

DESOTO ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting

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2026-08-01 • REGULAR SESSION

DESOTO ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting

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2026-07-31 • REGULAR SESSION

DESOTO ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting

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2026-07-27 • REGULAR SESSION

DESOTO ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting

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6.B: Texas Government Code Chapter §551.072 (Deliberation regarding real property)6.C: Texas Government Code Chapter §551.074 (Personnel matters)1: CALL MEETING TO ORDER2: OPENING PROCEDURES AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM2.A: Welcome, Invocation, Pledges, District Mission Statement and Emergency Statement, Establish Quorum Invocation: Pastor Eric D. King, Pastor of Christian Education, Pastoral Care, Ministers and Deacons Disciple Central Community Church2.B: Recognition of the Chick-fil-A Leadership Academy Cohort at DeSoto High School Presenter: Brent Mitchell, Interim Superintendent of Schools2.C: Master Trustee Recognition for Trustee Chasiti McKissic Presenter: Brent Mitchell, Interim Superintendent of Schools3: PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS ONLY4: PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON AGENDA ITEMS5: BOARD MONITORING5.A: Campus and Student Recognition Presenter: Sonja Batiste, Data Strategist, Research Evaluation and Design5.B: Goal Progress Monitoring5.B.1: GPM 3.1 Math - Kinder iReady Attachments: ( 2 ) July Board 2026 CS GPM 3.1, 3.2,3.3 7/7/2026 at 5:04 PM Board GPM Board Goal 3, 3.1,3.2,3.3 July 2026 (2) (1) 7/7/2026 at 5:04 PM5.B.2: GPM 3.2 Math - 1st Grade i-Ready5.B.3: GPM 3.3 Math - 2nd Grade i-Ready Presenter: Brent Mitchell, Interim Superintendent of Schools6: CLOSED SESSION ITEMS Description: During the Closed Session, the community will be able to view the monthly Celebrations and Recognitions.6.A: Texas Government Code Chapter §551.071 (Legal advice with school attorney)6.A.1: Consultation with legal counsel regarding the Interim Superintendent's formative evaluation and employment contract.6.A.2: Consultation with legal counsel regarding the issuance of Chapter 21 employee contracts.6.A.3: Consultation with legal counsel regarding the contract for solar panels and related legal matters.9: ACTION/DISCUSSION ITEMS (Action Requested)6.C.1: Discussion regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of the Director of Accounting.6.C.2: Discussion regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of the Interim Chief Financial Officer.6.C.3: Discussion regarding the Interim Superintendent's formative evaluation and employment contract.6.D: Texas Government Code Chapter §551.076 (Deliberation regarding security devices or security audits)6.D.1: Discussion regarding intruder alert updates.7: INFORMATION (Discussion Only)7.A: 2025-2026  Board Travel Expenses Presenter: Karen Lacy, Board President Attachments: ( 2 ) CS Board Expenses 7/16/2026 at 8:22 AM 2025-2026 Board Travel Expense Report 7/23/2026 at 8:03 AM7.B: Human Capital Management Monthly Update Presenter: Brent Mitchell, Interim Superintendent of Schools Attachments: ( 1 ) Board Cover Sheet 07.25.26 - HCM Updates (1) 7/16/2026 at 2:34 PM7.C: Bond Monthly Update Presenter: Jason Colley, Procedeo Program Manager Attachments: ( 2 ) 20260727 Board of Trustees - PROCEDEO Presentation 7/15/2026 at 4:55 PM 2025BondProgram_July 2026 Monthly Status Update - FINAL 7/15/2026 at 4:56 PM8: CONSENT ITEMS (All items may be acted upon at the same time by Board of Trustees)8.A: Consideration and Possible Approval of the 2026 - 2027 Assessment Calendar Presenter: Sonja Batiste, Data Strategist, Research Evaluation and Design Attachments: ( 2 ) July Board 2026 CS Assessment Calendar SY26-27 6/24/2026 at 10:15 AM 26-27 DeSoto ISD Assessment Calendar_DRAFT July Board (1) 7/10/2026 at 6:04 AM8.B: Consideration and Possible Approval of Purchase and Service Agreement with Mind Sphere (E-Banks) Software Solution Presenter: Saundra Scott, Director of Financial Operations Attachments: ( 1 ) Mind Sphere Board Cover Sheet (002) (1) 7/10/2026 at 6:02 AM8.C: Consideration and Possible Approval of the First Amendment to Agreement with Dallas College Concerning Dual Credit - DeSoto ISD High School Comprehensive Program for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Robin Johnson Ford, Director, Advanced Academics and Gifted and Talented Attachments: ( 3 ) Cover Sheet - Dallas College MOU DHS (2026-2027) (1) 7/10/2026 at 6:07 AM 9A 2025-2026 DeSoto ISD Compreh8.D: Consideration and Possible Approval of the Agreement with Dallas College for the DeSoto ISD Early College High School (ECHS) Program for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Robin Johnson Ford, Director, Advanced Academics and Gifted and Talented Attachments: ( 2 ) Cover Sheet - Dallas College MOU ECHS (2026-2027) (1) 7/10/2026 at 6:06 AM 9B 260612 2026-27 Early College HS Agreement and Attachment8.E: Consideration and Possible Approval of the Agreement with Dallas College for the DeSoto ISD Pathways in Technology Early College High School (PTECH) Program for the 2026-2027 School Year Presenter: Robin Johnson Ford, Director, Advanced Academics and Gifted and Talented Attachments: ( 3 ) Cover Sheet - Dallas College MOU PTECH (2026-2027) (2) 7/10/2026 at 6:08 AM 9C 2025-2026 DeSoto Pathway in Tec8.F: Consideration and Possible Approval of Lamar State College Dual Enrollment Agreement for the 2026 - 2027 School Year Presenter: Robin Johnson Ford, Director, Advanced Academics and Gifted and Talented Attachments: ( 2 ) Board Agend Cover Sheet (1) 7/10/2026 at 6:09 AM DeSoto ISD - LSCO MOU for Dual Enrollment 2026-2027 (3) 7/13/2026 at 7:02 PM8.G: Consideration and Possible Approval of Special Education Curriculum and Instructional Resources Presenter: Stephanie Fuller, Executive Director of Special Education Attachments: ( 1 ) SPED Curriculum and Instructional Resources cover sheet 7/25/2026 at 9:53 PM8.H: Consideration and Possible Approval of Special Education Program and System Platform Support Services Presenter: Stephanie Fuller, Executive Director of Special Education Attachments: ( 1 ) SPED Program and System Platform Support Services cover sheet 7/25/2026 at 9:53 PM8.I: Consideration and Possible Approval of Expenditure to Use Selected Vendors for Special Education Contracted Services Presenter: Stephanie Fuller, Executive Director of Special Education Attachments: ( 1 ) Sped CS and Vendors 7/15/2026 at 10:16 AM8.J: Consideration and Possible Approval of the Purchase of Catastrophic Student Insurance Coverage Presenter: M.T. Tyeskie, Director of Athletics Attachments: ( 3 ) Board Cover Sheet Health Insurance 7/7/2026 at 3:49 PM Desoto ISD-Insurance 7/25/2026 at 9:04 AM Proposal 7/25/2026 at 9:05 AM8.K: Consideration and Possible Approval of the Purchase of Helmet Reconditioning Services Presenter: M.T. Tyeskie, Director of Athletics Attachments: ( 2 ) Board Cover Sheet Helmets 7/7/2026 at 3:51 PM Football Helmet Reconditioning Proposal 26-27 7/7/2026 at 3:52 PM8.L: Consideration and Possible Approval of Youth Health Associates (formerly, Athletes for Change) Presenter: Metric Manning, Director of Student Support Services Attachments: ( 2 ) YHA cover sheet 7/25/2026 at 9:52 PM YHA MOU - FY27 7/25/2026 at 8:32 PM8.M: Consideration and Possible Approval of the 2026-2027 Student Code of Conduct Presenter: Metric Manning, Director of Student Support Services Attachments: ( 2 ) 2026-27 Code of Conduct 7/7/2026 at 4:07 PM DeISD Student Code of Conduct 26-27 SY Part II 7/25/2026 at 8:52 AM8.N: Consideration and Possible Approval of Board Meeting Minutes Presenter: Brent Mitchell, Interim Superintendent of Schools Attachments: ( 4 ) CS Board Meeting Minutes 7/15/2026 at 10:17 AM Special Called Board Meeting Minutes 6.9.2026 7/13/2026 at 10:43 AM Board Meeting Minutes 6.22.2026 7/13/2026 at 6:58 PM Special Called Board Meeting Minutes 6.292026 7/13/2026 at 6:58 PM9.A: Consideration and Possible Approval of Budget Amendments Presenter: Andrew Kim, TEA Conservator9.B: Discussion regarding the 2026–2027 General Fund budget for the 61xx Extra Duty and 61xx Substitute Pay accounts, including anticipated expenditures, funding needs, and procedures for monitoring and controlling activity in those two accounts. Presenter: Brent Mitchell, Interim Superintendent of Schools9.C: Consideration and Possible Approval of the 2026-2027 Compensation Manual Presenter: Brent Mitchell, Interim Superintendent of Schools Attachments: ( 2 ) Board Cover Sheet Compensation Manual 07.27.26 (1) 7/16/2026 at 2:36 PM DRAFT Compensation Manual 2026-2027 7.23.26 7/25/2026 at 9:08 AM9.D: Consideration and Possible Approval of Additional Teacher Positions Presenter: Brent Mitchell, Interim Superintendent of Schools Attachments: ( 1 ) Board Cover Sheet 07.27.26 Additional Teacher Positions 7/15/2026 at 7:26 AM9.E: Discussion regarding the Frank Moates Elementary School construction project, including the planned student capacity, anticipated enrollment and residential growth, proposed grade configuration, project scope, and potential funding options or reallocations necessary to address the District’s projected facility need. Presenter: Brent Mitchell, Interim Superintendent of Schools9.F: Consideration and Possible Approval of the Schematic Design (SD) for Frank Moates ES, Katherine Johnson, DeSoto High School, Eagle Stadium, and Student Success Center, as part of the SD Approval process for the 2025 Bond Program. Presenter: Jason Colley, Procedeo Program Manager Attachments: ( 3 ) 20260727 Board Doc - SD Recommendation (5 campuses)_1 6/23/2026 at 8:36 AM Schematic Design Submittal9.G: Consideration and Possible Approval of a Request for Proposals for External Commercial Real Estate Services to Assess District Property Presenter: Brent Mitchell, Interim Superintendent of Schools9.H: Consideration and Possible Approval of a Ground Lease and Temporary Use Agreement with McMahon Contracting for District Property Located at the Northwest Corner of Westmoreland Road and West Parkerville Road Presenter: Donald Miller, Operations Coordinator Attachments: ( 3 ) Board Cover Sheet - McMahon Contracting Property Lease Agreement 7/16/2026 at 3:20 PM DeSoto ISD Property Lease Agreement - 9.I: Consideration and Possible Approval to Remove Tesla Solar Panels on Frank D. Moates Elementary Presenter: Brent Mitchell, Interim Superintendent of Schools9.J: Consideration and Possible Approval of Athletic Department Football Travel Expenses for the  August 29, 2026, Trip to Florida Presenter: M.T. Tyeskie, Director of Athletics Attachments: ( 4 ) Board Cover Sheet Airfare 7/13/2026 at 6:59 PM Broward Showcase Contract for Visiting Schools STA-DeSoto 2026 (1) 7/25/2026 at 8:50 AM DeSoto_ISD_2026_Football_Travel_Safety_Plan_Complete 7/25/2026 at 8:50 AM9.K: Consideration and Possible Approval of the Creation of a Board -Appointed TASK Force to Review Campus Utilization and District Real Property Assets Presenter: Brent Mitchell, Interim Superintendent of Schools9.L: Consideration and Possible Approval of 2026–2027 TASB Delegate Presenter: Karen Lacy, Board President Attachments: ( 2 ) CS TASB Delegate 7/16/2026 at 9:35 AM Name Your Delegate 7/21/2026 at 11:19 AM9.M: Consideration and Possible Approval of the 2026–2027 TASB Alternate Delegate Presenter: Karen Lacy, School Board President Attachments: ( 2 ) CS TASB Delegate ALT 7/16/2026 at 9:35 AM Name Your Delegate 7/21/2026 at 11:19 AM9.N: Consideration and Possible Approval of the Updates to the Lone Star Governance Framework Presenter: Karen Lacy, Board President Attachments: ( 2 ) CS LSG Updates 7/16/2026 at 9:33 AM LSG Texas Framework Update 7/16/2026 at 9:39 AM9.O: Consideration and Possible Approval of Superintendent Constraints  from  Constraint Progress Monitoring (CPM) to Operational Performance Metrics (OPM) Presenter: Brent Mitchell, Interim Superintendent of Schools9.P: Consideration and Possible Approval of the Quarterly Progress Tracker Presenter: Karen Lacy, Board President Attachments: ( 2 ) CS July Quarterly Tracker Approve 7/16/2026 at 9:31 AM LSG Quarterly Progress Tracker 7.27.26 7/23/2026 at 9:39 AM9.Q: Consideration and Possible Approval of the Progress Monitoring Report Presenter: Karen Lacy, School Board President9.R: Consideration and Possible Approval of Interim Superintendent Formative Evaluation Presenter: Karen Lacy, School Board President Attachments: ( 3 ) CS Evaluation 7/16/2026 at 8:22 AM DeSoto_ISD_Interim_Superintendent_Formative_Self-Assessment 7/16/2026 at 1:40 PM DeSoto_ISD_Trustee_Formative_Feedback_Instrument 7/16/2026 at 1:40 PM9.S: Consideration and Possible Approval of the Initiation of the Search Process for a Permanent Superintendent Presenter: Karen Lacy, School Board President Attachments: ( 2 ) CS Superinendent Search 7/16/2026 at 8:33 AM DeSoto_ISD_Superintendent_Search_Board_Guide 7/16/2026 at 1:41 PM9.T: Consideration and Possible Approval of the Hiring of Director of Accounting Presenter: Brent Mitchell, Interim Superintendent of Schools Attachments: ( 2 ) 07.27.26 Board Cover Sheet 2025-2030 - Director of Accounting Services 7/16/2026 at 2:33 PM Director of Accounting July 2026 7/16/2026 at 2:33 PM9.U: Consideration and Possible Approval of the Hiring of the Interim Chief Financial Officer Presenter: Brent Mitchell, Interim Superintendent of Schools10: ADJOURN
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