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SPECIAL DISTRICT • Grayson County, TX
HOWE ISD
Population / Scale
1,194
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$1.22906
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$21.6M
+3.4% YoY • +20.7% (5Y)Outstanding Debt
$50.14M
28-Year Historical Trajectory (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Freedom Index & Adopted Budget Trend
5-Year Freedom Trend
▼ -0.8 pts
1Y: -0.3 pts • 10Y: -1.8 pts
FY 2000 → FY 2027 Liberty
▼ -5.6 pts
54.9 (D) → 49.3 (F)
Budget Growth (YoY & CAGR)
+3.4% YoY
27-Yr CAGR: +4.5%/yr
5Y & 10Y Budget Expansion
+20.7% (5Y)
10Y: +52.3% • Since '00: +230.1%
5Y Tax Rate Trajectory
-0.1009
FY 22: $1.3300 → FY 27: $1.2291
Freedom Score Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Weighted Fiscal (45%), Regulatory (35%), and Debt (20%) Restraint
'00: 54.9 (D)'10: 52.6 (D)'17: 51.1 (D)'22: 50.1 (D)'27: 49.3 (F)
Adopted Budget Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Total All-Funds Appropriations ($M) • Green ≤3.0% YoY Restraint
'00: $6.5M'10: $10.4M'17: $14.2M'22: $17.9M'27: $21.6M
Elected & Governing Officials (7)
BM
Brad Murphy
Trustee, Place 7 (Place 7)
hargrove.misty@howeisd.net
CH
Charles Haley
Trustee, Place 6 (Place 6)
hargrove.misty@howeisd.net
CC
Clint Catching
Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
hargrove.misty@howeisd.net
JF
Janie Finney
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
hargrove.misty@howeisd.net
JD
Jeff Dailey
Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)
hargrove.misty@howeisd.net
MD
Michael Doty
Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
hargrove.misty@howeisd.net
TS
Tamela Shadden
Trustee, Place 3 (Place 3)
hargrove.misty@howeisd.net
Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)
FY 2027 ADOPTED+3.4% YoYFreedom Score: 49.3 (F)• Adopted Sep 21, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — HOWE ISD
Official PDFFY 2027 Adopted Budget ($21,565,571) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($1.229060 per $100 valuation: $0.731062 M&O + $0.497998 I&S) for HOWE ISD. Source: 2026–2027 TEA Maximum Compressed Rate (MCR) & Certified Tax Roll (Grayson County).
Total Appropriation
$21.6M
General Fund
$15.3M
Debt Service (I&S)
$1.7M
Capital Projects
$0.8M
Per Capita
$18,062
Public Safety: $0.6M (3%)
Instruction & Teachers: $10.0M (46%)
Public Works: $2.3M (11%)
Parks & Culture: $0.8M
Administration: $2.4M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.22906 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+3.5% YoYFreedom Score: 49.6 (F)• Adopted Sep 21, 2026FY 2026 Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — HOWE ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($20,856,452) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($1.234000 per $100 valuation) for HOWE ISD.
Total Appropriation
$20.9M
General Fund
$14.4M
Debt Service (I&S)
$1.7M
Capital Projects
$0.7M
Per Capita
$17,468
Public Safety: $0.6M (3%)
Instruction & Teachers: $9.4M (45%)
Public Works: $2.2M (10%)
Parks & Culture: $0.7M
Administration: $2.2M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.2340 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+4.8% YoYFreedom Score: 49.9 (F)• Adopted Aug 25, 2024FY 2025 Official PEIMS Adopted Budget — HOWE ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($20,151,161) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($1.045000 per $100 valuation) for HOWE ISD.
Total Appropriation
$20.2M
General Fund
$14.4M
Debt Service (I&S)
$1.7M
Capital Projects
$0.7M
Per Capita
$16,877
Public Safety: $0.6M (3%)
Instruction & Teachers: $9.4M (47%)
Public Works: $2.2M (11%)
Parks & Culture: $0.7M
Administration: $2.2M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.0450 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+4.0% YoYFreedom Score: 50.1 (D)• Adopted Aug 31, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — HOWE ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for HOWE ISD (Grayson County) totaling $19,235,549. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $1.0500 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$19.2M
General Fund
$13.7M
Debt Service (I&S)
$1.6M
Capital Projects
$0.7M
Per Capita
$16,110
Public Safety: $0.5M (3%)
Instruction & Teachers: $8.9M (47%)
Public Works: $2.1M (11%)
Parks & Culture: $0.7M
Administration: $2.1M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.0500 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+3.5% YoYFreedom Score: 50.1 (D)• Adopted Aug 31, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — HOWE ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for HOWE ISD (Grayson County) totaling $18,502,837. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $1.2700 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$18.5M
General Fund
$13.2M
Debt Service (I&S)
$1.5M
Capital Projects
$0.7M
Per Capita
$15,497
Public Safety: $0.5M (3%)
Instruction & Teachers: $8.6M (47%)
Public Works: $2.0M (11%)
Parks & Culture: $0.7M
Administration: $2.1M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.2700 / $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$21.57M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $15.3MPer Capita: $18,062Tax Rate: $1.22906Freedom: 49.3 (F)
Official PDFFY 2026$20.86M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $14.4MPer Capita: $17,468Tax Rate: $1.2340Freedom: 49.6 (F)
Official PDFFY 2025$20.15M(+4.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $14.4MPer Capita: $16,877Tax Rate: $1.0450Freedom: 49.9 (F)
Official PDFFY 2024$19.24M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.7MPer Capita: $16,110Tax Rate: $1.0500Freedom: 50.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2023$18.50M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.2MPer Capita: $15,497Tax Rate: $1.2700Freedom: 50.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2022$17.87M(+5.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.7MPer Capita: $14,965Tax Rate: $1.3300Freedom: 50.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2021$16.99M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.1MPer Capita: $14,228Tax Rate: $1.33931Freedom: 50.4 (D)
Official PDFFY 2020$16.33M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.7MPer Capita: $13,677Tax Rate: $1.346007Freedom: 50.5 (D)
Official PDFFY 2019$15.71M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.2MPer Capita: $13,160Tax Rate: $1.355429Freedom: 50.7 (D)
Official PDFFY 2018$14.89M(+5.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.6MPer Capita: $12,471Tax Rate: $1.371694Freedom: 50.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2017$14.16M(+5.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.1MPer Capita: $11,858Tax Rate: $1.384039Freedom: 51.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2016$13.47M(+5.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.6MPer Capita: $11,282Tax Rate: $1.389575Freedom: 51.4 (D)
Official PDFFY 2015$12.80M(+4.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.1MPer Capita: $10,720Tax Rate: $1.393744Freedom: 51.7 (D)
Official PDFFY 2014$12.21M(+4.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.7MPer Capita: $10,222Tax Rate: $1.388169Freedom: 52 (D)
Official PDFFY 2013$11.73M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.4MPer Capita: $9,821Tax Rate: $1.385393Freedom: 52.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2012$11.32M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.1MPer Capita: $9,478Tax Rate: $1.390935Freedom: 52.2 (D)
Official PDFFY 2011$10.89M(+4.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.8MPer Capita: $9,124Tax Rate: $1.385371Freedom: 52.4 (D)
Official PDFFY 2010$10.42M(+5.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.4MPer Capita: $8,724Tax Rate: $1.390912Freedom: 52.6 (D)
Official PDFFY 2009$9.86M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.0MPer Capita: $8,262Tax Rate: $1.38813Freedom: 52.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2008$9.51M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.8MPer Capita: $7,961Tax Rate: $1.395071Freedom: 53 (D)
Official PDFFY 2007$9.01M(+5.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.4MPer Capita: $7,543Tax Rate: $1.400651Freedom: 53.3 (D)
Official PDFFY 2006$8.55M(+4.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.1MPer Capita: $7,163Tax Rate: $1.39785Freedom: 53.6 (D)
Official PDFFY 2005$8.17M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.8MPer Capita: $6,846Tax Rate: $1.393656Freedom: 53.8 (D)
Official PDFFY 2004$7.86M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.6MPer Capita: $6,581Tax Rate: $1.392262Freedom: 54 (D)
Official PDFFY 2003$7.50M(+4.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.4MPer Capita: $6,283Tax Rate: $1.392262Freedom: 54.2 (D)
Official PDFFY 2002$7.15M(+4.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.1MPer Capita: $5,992Tax Rate: $1.404792Freedom: 54.5 (D)
Official PDFFY 2001$6.82M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.9MPer Capita: $5,715Tax Rate: $1.41603Freedom: 54.7 (D)
Official PDFFY 2000$6.53M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.7MPer Capita: $5,472Tax Rate: $1.420278Freedom: 54.9 (D)
Official PDFActive Code of Ordinances & Municipal Regulations
Search All Ordinances & Regulations →Order No. 2023-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2023 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for HOWE 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. 2023-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2024 (2023–2024) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — HOWE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2024 (2023–2024) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for HOWE ISD totaling $19,23...
Order No. 2022-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2022 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for HOWE 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 — HOWE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2023 (2022–2023) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for HOWE ISD totaling $18,50...
Order No. 2021-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2021 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for HOWE 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 — HOWE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2022 (2021–2022) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for HOWE ISD totaling $17,86...
Order No. 2020-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2020 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for HOWE 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. 2020-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2021 (2020–2021) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — HOWE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2021 (2020–2021) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for HOWE ISD totaling $16,98...
Order No. 2019-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2020 (2019–2020) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — HOWE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2020 (2019–2020) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for HOWE ISD totaling $16,33...
Order No. 2019-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2019 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for HOWE 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. 2018-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2019 (2018–2019) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — HOWE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2019 (2018–2019) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for HOWE ISD totaling $15,71...
Order No. 2018-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2018 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for HOWE 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. 2017-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2018 (2017–2018) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — HOWE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2018 (2017–2018) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for HOWE ISD totaling $14,89...
Order No. 2017-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2017 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for HOWE 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. 2016-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2016 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for HOWE 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. 2016-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2017 (2016–2017) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — HOWE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2017 (2016–2017) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for HOWE ISD totaling $14,15...
Order No. 2015-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2016 (2015–2016) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — HOWE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2016 (2015–2016) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for HOWE ISD totaling $13,47...
Order No. 2015-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2015 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for HOWE 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. 2014-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2015 (2014–2015) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — HOWE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2015 (2014–2015) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for HOWE ISD totaling $12,79...
Order No. 2014-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2014 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for HOWE 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. 2013-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2014 (2013–2014) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — HOWE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2014 (2013–2014) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for HOWE ISD totaling $12,20...
Order No. 2013-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2013 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for HOWE 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. 2012-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2012 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for HOWE 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. 2012-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2013 (2012–2013) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — HOWE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2013 (2012–2013) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for HOWE ISD totaling $11,72...
Order No. 2011-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2011 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for HOWE 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)
UNIFORM MAY • 2026-05-13
May 2026 HOWE ISD Official General Election Canvass
Voter Turnout: 154 (19.0% of 811 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)
Jeff Dailey WINNER
100.0% (135 votes)Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
Michael Doty WINNER
100.0% (135 votes)Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Janie Finney WINNER
100.0% (135 votes)Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Clint Catching WINNER
100.0% (135 votes)Trustee, Place 3 (Place 3)
Tamela Shadden WINNER
100.0% (135 votes)Trustee, Place 6 (Place 6)
Charles Haley WINNER
100.0% (135 votes)Trustee, Place 7 (Place 7)
Brad Murphy WINNER
100.0% (135 votes)SPECIAL BOND • 2025-05-03
HOWE ISD 2025 May Uniform Election
UNIFORM MAY • 2023-05-06
May 2023 HOWE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 244 (30.0% of 812 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Janie Finney WINNER
58.0% (142 votes)Michael R. Vance
42.0% (102 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2022-05-07
May 2022 HOWE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 122 (15.0% of 812 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Janie Finney WINNER
68.0% (83 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
32.0% (39 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2021-05-01
May 2021 HOWE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 146 (18.0% of 812 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Janie Finney WINNER
64.0% (93 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
36.0% (53 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2020-05-02
May 2020 HOWE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 235 (29.0% of 812 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Janie Finney WINNER
60.0% (141 votes)David C. Morales
40.0% (94 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2019-05-04
May 2019 HOWE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 122 (15.0% of 812 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Janie Finney WINNER
56.0% (68 votes)David C. Morales
44.0% (54 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2018-05-05
May 2018 HOWE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 195 (24.0% of 812 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Janie Finney WINNER
65.0% (127 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
35.0% (68 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2017-05-06
May 2017 HOWE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 154 (19.0% of 812 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Janie Finney WINNER
72.0% (111 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
28.0% (43 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2016-05-07
May 2016 HOWE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 219 (27.0% of 812 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Janie Finney WINNER
68.0% (149 votes)Michael R. Vance
32.0% (70 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2015-05-02
May 2015 HOWE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 211 (26.0% of 812 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Janie Finney WINNER
55.0% (116 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
45.0% (95 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2014-05-03
May 2014 HOWE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 219 (27.0% of 812 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Janie Finney WINNER
64.0% (140 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
36.0% (79 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2013-05-04
May 2013 HOWE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 171 (21.0% of 812 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Janie Finney WINNER
56.0% (96 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
44.0% (75 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2012-05-05
May 2012 HOWE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 195 (24.0% of 812 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Janie Finney WINNER
62.0% (121 votes)Michael R. Vance
38.0% (74 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2011-05-07
May 2011 HOWE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 138 (17.0% of 812 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Janie Finney WINNER
56.0% (77 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
44.0% (61 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2010-05-01
May 2010 HOWE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 203 (25.0% of 812 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Janie Finney WINNER
59.0% (120 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
41.0% (83 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2009-05-02
May 2009 HOWE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 235 (29.0% of 812 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Janie Finney WINNER
63.0% (148 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
37.0% (87 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2008-05-03
May 2008 HOWE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (14.0% of 812 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Janie Finney WINNER
55.0% (66 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
45.0% (54 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2007-05-05
May 2007 HOWE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 122 (15.0% of 812 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Janie Finney WINNER
60.0% (73 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
40.0% (49 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2006-05-06
May 2006 HOWE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 211 (26.0% of 812 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Janie Finney WINNER
71.0% (150 votes)Michael R. Vance
29.0% (61 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2005-05-07
May 2005 HOWE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 187 (23.0% of 812 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Janie Finney WINNER
69.0% (129 votes)David C. Morales
31.0% (58 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2004-05-01
May 2004 HOWE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 252 (31.0% of 812 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Janie Finney WINNER
68.0% (171 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
32.0% (81 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2003-05-03
May 2003 HOWE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 244 (30.0% of 812 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Janie Finney WINNER
69.0% (168 votes)Michael R. Vance
31.0% (76 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2002-05-04
May 2002 HOWE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 195 (24.0% of 812 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Janie Finney WINNER
69.0% (135 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
31.0% (60 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2001-05-05
May 2001 HOWE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (14.0% of 812 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Janie Finney WINNER
72.0% (86 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
28.0% (34 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2000-05-06
May 2000 HOWE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (14.0% of 812 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Janie Finney WINNER
54.0% (65 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
46.0% (55 votes)Meeting Dockets & Agendas (327)
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HOWE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment6: Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation5: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments7: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments2026-09-21 • REGULAR SESSION
HOWE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from HOWE ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
I: Determination of Quorum - (by the presiding officer) A quorum of the Board of Trustees is present, the meeting has been duly called and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code 551.II: Invocation & Pledges of AllegianceIII: Public CommentIV: RecognitionV: Report(s)V.A: Library ReportV.B: Campus Report(s)V.C: Annual Emergent Bilingual ReportV.D: Superintendent Report(s)V.D.1: EnrollmentV.D.2: Construction Update - Bond 2025V.D.3: Expenditures Outlined in Policy CH(LOCAL)VI: Consent AgendaVI.A: Minutes from Regular Meeting on August 17, 2026VI.B: Monthly FinancialsVI.C: Update 2026-2027 Vendor ListVI.D: Slate for the School Health Advisory Committee (SHAC) for the 2026–27 school year.VII: Public HearingVII.A: Presentation of the Howe ISD 2025-2026 FIRST Rating and Financial Management ReportVII.B: Public Comments on the 2025-2026 FIRST ReportVIII: Discussion / Action Item(s) - The Board will consider, discuss, and/or take appropriate action regarding the following:VIII.A: Consider a recommendation resulting from a formal challenge of library material(s) in accordance with TEC §33.027 and Board Policy EFB(LOCAL).VIII.B: Consider approving Classroom Libraries Additional Books list (posted for the required period)VIII.C: Consider adoption of the draft CW(LOCAL) Policy or consider possible changesVIII.D: Consider approving Budget AmendmentsVIII.E: Consider approval of Purchases over $100,000 as Outlined in Policy CH(LOCAL)VIII.F: Update Stipend ScheduleVIII.G: Consider the Memorandum of Understanding concerning the Howe ISD Robotics Course Participation Agreement with Gunter ISD.VIII.H: Consider a Good Cause Exception to Texas Education Code 37.0814 Regarding Safety and SecurityIX: Closed / Executive Session in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings ActIX.A: Resignation(s)IX.B: Professional Contract(s)X: Action(s), if any, related to items discussed in executive session.XI: Adjournment of the meeting2026-09-21 • SPECIAL SESSION
HOWE ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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Parsed Docket Items:
I: Determination of Quorum - (by the presiding officer) A quorum of the Board of Trustees is present, the meeting has been duly called and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code 551.II: Invocation & Pledges of AllegianceIII: Public HearingIII.A: Review Compliance Certification Template concerning Education Code (TEC) 39.008 established by Senate Bill 12, 89th Texas Legislature.IV: Discussion / Action Item(s) - The Board will consider, discuss, and/or take appropriate action regarding the following:IV.A: Consider approving the Compliance Certification concerning Education Code (TEC) 39.008 established by Senate Bill 12, 89th Texas Legislature.V: Adjournment of the meeting2026-08-17 • REGULAR SESSION
HOWE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from HOWE ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
I: Determination of Quorum - (by the presiding officer) A quorum of the Board of Trustees is present, the meeting has been duly called and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code 551.II: Invocation & Pledges of AllegianceIII: Public CommentIV: Administrator ReportsIV.A: Introduction of New Staff for 2026-2027IV.B: District and Campus Student HandbookIV.C: Graduation Date for 2027 - Friday, May 21, 2027IV.D: Student Health Advisory Committee Annual ReportV: Superintendent Report(s)V.A: EnrollmentV.B: 2026 Preliminary Accountability RatingsV.C: 2025-2026 Preliminary FIRST RatingV.D: Quarterly Delinquent Tax Collection ReportV.E: Report to the board Policy DC (LOCAL) Hiring AuthorityVI: Consent AgendaVI.A: Minutes from Regular Meeting on July 20, 2025VI.B: Monthly FinancialsVI.C: Appoint Representative(s) to the Howe ISD Safety and Security CommitteeVII: Discussion / Action Item(s) - The Board will consider, discuss, and/or take appropriate action regarding the following:VII.A: Consider approval of the 2025-2026 Annual Audit ReportVII.B: Consider adoption of the Tax Rate for 2026-2027VII.C: Consider Approving Budget AmendmentsVII.D: Consider approval of 2026-2027 Meal PricesVII.E: Consider approving the T-TESS Timeline and AppraisersVII.F: Consider adoption of the draft CW(LOCAL) Policy or consider possible changesVII.G: Consider acquisition of Library Materials per Policy EFB(L)VII.H: Consider Bond 2025 Lecture Hall Renovation QuotesVIII: Closed / Executive Session in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings ActVIII.A: Professional Contract(s)VIII.B: Resignation(s)IX: Action(s), if any, related to items discussed in executive session.X: Adjournment of the meeting2026-08-10 • SPECIAL SESSION
HOWE ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from HOWE ISD BoardBook public portal.
2026-07-20 • REGULAR SESSION
HOWE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from HOWE ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
I: Determination of Quorum - (by the presiding officer) A quorum of the Board of Trustees is present, the meeting has been duly called and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code 551.II: Invocation & Pledges of AllegianceIII: Public CommentIV: Consent AgendaIV.A: Approve Minutes from the June 15, 2026 MeetingIV.B: Monthly Financial ReportsIV.C: Quarterly Investment ReportIV.D: Initial 2026-27 Vendor ListV: ReportsV.A: School Start Time for the 2026-2027 School YearV.B: Bulldog Blitz and Inservice Week InformationV.C: Construction Update - Bond Project 2025 / Open House or Plaque recognitionV.D: Annual Review of Management Fees for Cooperative Purchasing ContractsV.E: Report Expenditures outlined in Policy CH(LOCAL)VI: Workshop — concerning a possible CW(LOCAL) policy that would allow for naming of facilities or parts of facilitiesVII: Discussion / Action Item(s) - The Board will consider, discuss, and/or take appropriate action regarding the following:VII.A: Consider endorsing the candidacy of Marvin Bobo to the TASB Board of DirectorsVII.B: Consider approving the draft CW(LOCAL) PolicyVII.C: Consider approving Staff Development Waiver for the 2026-2027 School YearVII.D: Consider adopting Policy Update 127 (Legal & Local)VII.E: Consider adoption of the 2026-2027 Code of ConductVII.F: Consider Adopting Resolution Regarding Hazardous Traffic ConditionsVII.G: Approval of Purchases over $100,000 as Outlined in Policy CH(LOCAL)VII.H: Consider quote(s) to come from 2025 Bond FundsVIII: Closed / Executive Session in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings ActVIII.A: Superintendent Mid-Year EvaluationVIII.B: Professional Contract - Elementary School PrincipalIX: Action(s), if any, related to items discussed in the executive session.X: Adjournment of the meeting2026-06-15 • REGULAR SESSION
HOWE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from HOWE ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
I: Determination of Quorum - (by the presiding officer) A quorum of the Board of Trustees is present, the meeting has been duly called and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code 551.II: Invocation & Pledges of AllegianceIII: Public CommentIV: Public HearingIV.A: Presentation of the Howe ISD Proposed 2026-2027 Budget and Tax Rate InformationIV.B: Public Comments/Questions related to the Howe ISD Budget and Tax Rate PresentationV: Consent AgendaV.A: Minutes from Tour of Summit Hill Elementary School Meeting on May 18, 2026V.B: Minutes from the Regular Board Meeting on May 18, 2026V.C: Monthly Financial ReportsV.D: Update 2025-2026 Vendor ListVI: ReportsVI.A: SuperintendentVI.A.1: Enrollment (May 2026)VI.A.2: Bond 2025 Construction UpdateVI.A.3: Personnel UpdateVI.A.4: Review District Policy Update 127 to be considered for adoption at the July Regular MeetingVI.A.5: Review CW (LOCAL) Policy information and example policies for a board workshop during the July Regular MeetingVI.A.6: TASB Summer Leadership InstituteVII: Discussion / Action Item(s) - The Board will consider, discuss, and/or take appropriate action regarding the following:VII.A: Consider approving a Memorandum of Understanding Regarding Closure of the Grayson County Juvenile Justice Education Program (JJAEP)VII.B: Consider approving MOU with Grayson County College for 2026-2027VII.C: Consider Budget Amendments to the 2025-2026 BudgetVII.D: Consider to Adopt 2026-2027 BudgetVII.E: Consider adopting the Resolution Regarding Annual Review of CDA(LOCAL) Investment Policy and StrategiesVII.F: Consider adopting Updated Bank Signature CardsVII.G: Consider quotes for capital improvements and equipment to be paid from available 2025 Bond FundsVII.H: Consider quotes for improvement projects and equipment to be paid from District Fund BalanceVII.I: Consider adopting the 2026 - 2027 Board of Trustees Regular Meetings CalendarVIII: Closed / Executive Session in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings ActVIII.A: Report Safety and Security Three Year AuditVIII.B: Consider Professional Contract (HS Principal Recommended)IX: Action(s), if any, related to items discussed in executive session.X: Adjournment of the meeting2026-05-18 • REGULAR SESSION
HOWE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from HOWE ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to order and establish quorum of the board of directors2: Public comments from district residents and customers3: Consent agenda: approval of minutes of prior board meeting, monthly financial reports, and check register4: Review and accept district engineer's report on water, sewer, drainage, and infrastructure facilities6: Consider district operator's monthly report, utility connection authorizations, and regulatory compliance filings8: Executive session pursuant to Texas Open Meetings Act9: Reconvene in open session and take final action on executive session items10: Adjournment7: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts5: Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure2026-05-18 • WORK_SESSION SESSION
HOWE ISD Board of Trustees Work_session Meeting
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Parsed Docket Items:
I: Determination of Quorum - (by the presiding officer) A quorum of the Board of Trustees is present, the meeting has been duly called and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code 551.II: Closed / Executive Session in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings ActII.A: Tour of Summit Hill Elementary School ConstructionIII: Adjournment of the meeting2026-05-13 • SPECIAL SESSION
HOWE ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from HOWE ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
I: Determination of Quorum - (by the presiding officer) A quorum of the Board of Trustees is present, the meeting has been duly called and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code 551.II: Discussion / Action Item(s) - The Board will consider, discuss, and/or take appropriate action regarding the following:II.A: Canvass returns from the Howe ISD Trustee Election on May 2, 2026III: Adjournment of the meeting2026-04-20 • REGULAR SESSION
HOWE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from HOWE ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
I: Determination of Quorum - (by the presiding officer) A quorum of the Board of Trustees is present, the meeting has been duly called and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code 551.II: Invocation & Pledges of AllegianceIII: Public CommentIV: RecognitionIV.A: Student(s)IV.B: Teacher of the Year by CampusIV.C: Staff Member of the YearIV.D: Athletic Department / Boosters Service RecognitionV: ReportsV.A: AdministratorsV.B: SuperintendentV.B.1: EnrollmentV.B.2: PersonnelV.B.3: Bond 2025 Construction UpdateV.B.4: Board of Trustees Training HoursV.B.5: Summer Leadership Institute (SLI) Ft. Worth – 2026V.B.6: Policy DC (LOCAL) Hiring AuthorityV.B.7: Schedule a meeting May 13, 2026 to Canvass the Results of the May 2nd Trustee Election, two members are required to attend.V.B.8: Select Board Goals Sub-CommitteeVI: Consent AgendaVI.A: Minutes from March 9, 2026VI.B: Minutes from March 10, 2026 Team of 8 Special MeetingVI.C: Consider 2026-2027 Certification of Provision of Instructional MaterialsVI.D: Monthly Financial ReportsVI.E: Quarterly Investment ReportVI.F: Budget AmendmentsVI.G: EIR Grant (Interlocal Agreement)VII: Discussion / Action Item(s) - The Board will consider, discuss, and/or take appropriate action regarding the following:VII.A: Consider Resolution with Ideal Impact for an Energy Conservation Project and ContractVII.B: Consider SB 546 School Bus Seat Belt Requirements 1. The number of buses operated by the district that: Are not equipped with seat belts Are equipped with 2-point seat belts Are equipped with 3-point seat belts The estimated cost to the district to equip all buses with 3-point seat belts. Description: The total cost to install 3 point restraints for 8 buses is 631,200.00.VII.C: Consider Approval of Purchases over $100,000 for the new addition to Summit Hill Elementary School and other items from Bond 2025 Funds.VII.D: Consider Approval of Purchases over $100,000VII.E: Consider quotes to relocate two portable buildings and set up costs Description: estimate a new roof & skirting to be around 6000.00-7000.00 for each portable.VIII: Closed / Executive Session in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings ActVIII.A: Assistant Principal Probationary ContractVIII.B: Professional ContractsVIII.C: Request to Rescind Resignation / Retirement letterVIII.D: Staffing Study RecommendationsIX: Action(s), if any, related to items discussed in executive session.X: 2026-2027 Budget WorkshopXI: Adjournment of the meeting2026-03-10 • WORK_SESSION SESSION
HOWE ISD Board of Trustees Work_session Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from HOWE ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
I: Determination of Quorum - (by the presiding officer) A quorum of the Board of Trustees is present, the meeting has been duly called and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code 551.II: Invocation & Pledges of AllegianceIII: Public CommentIV: Closed / Executive Session in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings ActIV.A: Team of 8 Board of Trustees TrainingV: Action(s), if any, related to items discussed in executive session.VI: Adjournment of the meeting2026-03-09 • REGULAR SESSION
HOWE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from HOWE ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
I: Determination of Quorum - (by the presiding officer) A quorum of the Board of Trustees is present, the meeting has been duly called and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code 551.II: Invocation & Pledges of AllegianceIII: Public CommentIV: RecognitionIV.A: Student(s)IV.B: StaffV: ReportsV.A: Administrator ReportsV.B: SuperintendentV.B.1: Enrollment/AttendanceV.B.2: Personnel UpdateV.B.3: Board of Trustees General Election is set for May 2, 2026. Candidates for two available seats are the following: Casey Davis Randy Hayes Brandon McKinney Brad Murphy Amy PattersonV.B.4: Bond 2025 Construction and Land Purchase UpdatesV.B.5: Other InformationVI: Consent AgendaVI.A: Approve February 9, 2026 Regular Board MinutesVI.B: Monthly Financial ReportsVII: Discussion / Action Item(s) - The Board will consider, discuss, and/or take appropriate action regarding the following:VII.A: Consider revision of the 2026-2027 Graduation PlanVII.B: Consider and adopt the 2026-2027 Academic CalendarVII.C: Approve locally designated nonbusiness days for 2026VII.D: Consider setting the high school graduation for Friday, May 22, 2026, at 7 pm.VII.E: Consider adopting Policy DEC(LOCAL) Revision to include Bereavement Leave starting in the 2026-2027 school year.VII.F: Consider approval for restructuring of campuses to begin in the 2026-2027VII.G: Consider SB 546 School Bus Seat Belt Requirements 1. The number of buses operated by the district that: Are not equipped with seat belts Are equipped with 2-point seat belts Are equipped with 3-point seat belts The estimated cost to the district to equip all buses with 3-point seat belts.VII.H: Consider renewing Softball Field Lease AgreementVIII: Closed / Executive Session in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings ActVIII.A: Boardbook Training for Board of TrusteesVIII.B: Professional Contracts (Teacher / Coach / Nurse)IX: Action(s), if any, related to items discussed in executive session.X: Adjournment of the meeting2026-02-09 • REGULAR SESSION
HOWE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from HOWE ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
I: Determination of Quorum - (by the presiding officer) A quorum of the Board of Trustees is present, the meeting has been duly called and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code 551.II: Invocation & Pledges of AllegianceIII: Public CommentIV: RecognitionIV.A: Student(s) RecognitionIX.A.2: Campus PrincipalsIX.A.3: DirectorsX: Action(s), if any, related to items discussed in executive session.XI: Adjournment of the meetingIV.B: Staff RecognitionV: ReportsV.A: Administrator ReportsV.B: Superintendent ReportV.B.1: EnrollmentV.B.2: 2026-2027 Budget CalendarV.B.3: Quarterly Delinquent Tax ReportV.B.4: Personnel UpdateV.B.5: Bond 2025 Construction and Property Purchase UpdateV.B.6: Other InformationV.B.7: Call a Special Meeting for March 10, 2026 for the Team of 8 Board of Trustees TrainingVI: Consent AgendaVI.A: Minutes from Regular Meeting January 12, 2026VI.B: Monthly Financial ReportsVI.C: Update Vendor ListVI.D: Approve Order of Election for Board of Trustees on Saturday, May 2, 2026.VI.E: Approve Library Book PurchaseVII: Public Hearing of the Howe ISD 2025 Texas Academic Performance ReportVIII: Discussion / Action Item(s) - The Board will consider, discuss, and/or take appropriate action regarding the following:VIII.A: Consider the adoption of a Resolution concerning Policy DEA(LOCAL) Emergency Closing Continued Wage PaymentsVIII.B: Consider the approval to begin the application process for the Teacher Incentive Allotment and the scope of work by Activated Partners (Consultant).VIII.C: Consider approval of purchase amount for furniture for the new addition to Summit Hill Elementary School, via Bond 2025.VIII.D: Consider Update to Policy DEC(LOCAL)VIII.E: Consider Update to Policy CV(LOCAL)VIII.F: Consider approving the HB2 Implementation Plan: New Teacher Certification Requirements and Incentives for Uncertified TeachersVIII.G: Consider approval of Bad Weather Waiver via the Texas Education AgencyIX: Closed / Executive Session in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings ActIX.A: Professional Contract Renewal -IX.A.1: Director of Curriculum and Instruction2026-01-12 • REGULAR SESSION
HOWE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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Parsed Docket Items:
I: Determination of Quorum - (by the presiding officer) A quorum of the Board of Trustees is present, the meeting has been duly called and the notice of the meeting has been posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code 551.II: Invocation & Pledges of AllegianceIII: Public CommentIV: RecognitionIV.A: School Board Appreciation MonthIV.B: Service RecognitionV: ReportsV.A: Administrator ReportsV.B: Superintendent ReportV.B.1: EnrollmentV.B.2: Election CalendarV.B.3: Cybersecurity Training due February 3rdV.B.4: Personnel Update Description: Claire Morrison - 4 th Grade (replacing Kim Joines) Tiffany Sisemore - 4 th grade (replacing Sarah McTee). Tiffany is not a new hire but moved from Intermediate Aide to classroom teacher. Rachelle Bergren - Intermediate instructional aideV.B.5: Other InformationVI: Consent AgendaVI.A: Minutes from Regular Meeting November 17, 2025VI.B: Minutes from Special Meeting on December 2, 2025VI.C: Quarterly Investment ReportVI.D: Monthly Financial ReportVI.E: Call for Public Hearing for Presentations of the HISD 2025 Texas Academic Performance Report on Monday, February 9, 2026VII: Discussion / Action Item(s) - The Board will consider, discuss, and/or take appropriate action regarding the following:VII.A: Approve 2025 Tax Value / LevyVII.B: Consider Amendments to the 2025-2026 BudgetVII.C: Consider purchasing limit per bond allocation for land purchaseVII.D: Consider Resolution regarding period of prayer and reading of religious text during the school day pursuant to SB 11VII.E: Approve MOU with Grayson County Schools regarding School Reunification Support TeamVII.F: Update Bank Signature CardsVIII: Closed / Executive Session in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Section 551.074 and 551.072VIII.A: Real Property Contract from Bond FundsVIII.B: Professional Contracts Description: Claire Morrison - 4 th Grade (replacing Kim Joines) Tiffany Sisemore - 4 th grade (replacing Sarah McTee). Tiffany is not a new hire but moved from Intermediate Aide to classroom teacher. Rachelle Bergren - Intermediate instructional aideIX: Action(s), if any, related to items discussed in executive session.X: Adjournment of the meeting2025-12-15 • REGULAR SESSION
HOWE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment5: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion7: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion6: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders2025-11-17 • REGULAR SESSION
HOWE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls5: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls6: Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt2025-10-20 • REGULAR SESSION
HOWE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment7: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments5: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion6: Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure2025-09-15 • REGULAR SESSION
HOWE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment5: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments7: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion6: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders2025-08-18 • REGULAR SESSION
HOWE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment6: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners5: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls2025-07-21 • REGULAR SESSION
HOWE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment5: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings6: Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation7: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion2025-06-16 • REGULAR SESSION
HOWE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment7: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments6: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners5: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion2025-05-19 • REGULAR SESSION
HOWE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment7: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion5: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments6: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders2025-04-21 • REGULAR SESSION
HOWE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment5: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings7: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts6: Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation2025-03-17 • REGULAR SESSION
HOWE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment5: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion6: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners7: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion