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SPECIAL DISTRICT • Young County, TX
NEWCASTLE ISD
Population / Scale
232
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$1.2264
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$11.2M
+3.4% YoY • +20.9% (5Y)Outstanding Debt
$18.86M
28-Year Historical Trajectory (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Freedom Index & Adopted Budget Trend
5-Year Freedom Trend
▼ -1.0 pts
1Y: -0.4 pts • 10Y: -2.1 pts
FY 2000 → FY 2027 Liberty
▼ -5.7 pts
55 (D) → 49.3 (F)
Budget Growth (YoY & CAGR)
+3.4% YoY
27-Yr CAGR: +4.5%/yr
5Y & 10Y Budget Expansion
+20.9% (5Y)
10Y: +52.7% • Since '00: +224.9%
5Y Tax Rate Trajectory
-0.2453
FY 22: $1.4717 → FY 27: $1.2264
Freedom Score Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Weighted Fiscal (45%), Regulatory (35%), and Debt (20%) Restraint
'00: 55 (D)'10: 52.8 (D)'17: 51.4 (D)'22: 50.3 (D)'27: 49.3 (F)
Adopted Budget Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Total All-Funds Appropriations ($M) • Green ≤3.0% YoY Restraint
'00: $3.5M'10: $5.4M'17: $7.4M'22: $9.3M'27: $11.2M
Elected & Governing Officials (7)
AF
Anthony Ford
Trustee, Place 6 (Place 6)
missyhemby@newcastleisd.net
DC
Dancey Creel
Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
missyhemby@newcastleisd.net
MC
Michael Crossland
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
missyhemby@newcastleisd.net
QT
Quentin Terrell
Trustee, Place 7 (Place 7)
missyhemby@newcastleisd.net
SC
Sam Creel
Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)
missyhemby@newcastleisd.net
SS
Shelly Shields
Trustee, Place 3 (Place 3)
missyhemby@newcastleisd.net
TS
Tradd Strawbridge
Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
missyhemby@newcastleisd.net
Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)
FY 2027 ADOPTED+3.4% YoYFreedom Score: 49.3 (F)• Adopted Sep 22, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — NEWCASTLE ISD
Official PDFFY 2027 Adopted Budget ($11,222,944) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($1.226400 per $100 valuation: $0.726400 M&O + $0.500000 I&S) for NEWCASTLE ISD. Source: Young County Truth-in-Taxation 2026 Adopted Tax Rate Registry.
Total Appropriation
$11.2M
General Fund
$3.3M
Debt Service (I&S)
$2.2M
Capital Projects
$0.1M
Per Capita
$48,375
Public Safety: $0.0M (0%)
Instruction & Teachers: $2.2M (20%)
Public Works: $0.4M (4%)
Parks & Culture: $0.3M
Administration: $0.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.2264 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+3.5% YoYFreedom Score: 49.7 (F)• Adopted Aug 31, 2026FY 2026 Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — NEWCASTLE ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($10,853,911) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($1.226400 per $100 valuation) for NEWCASTLE ISD.
Total Appropriation
$10.9M
General Fund
$3.2M
Debt Service (I&S)
$2.1M
Capital Projects
$0.1M
Per Capita
$46,784
Public Safety: $0.0M (0%)
Instruction & Teachers: $2.1M (20%)
Public Works: $0.4M (4%)
Parks & Culture: $0.3M
Administration: $0.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.2264 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+3.8% YoYFreedom Score: 49.9 (F)• Adopted Aug 25, 2024FY 2025 Official PEIMS Adopted Budget — NEWCASTLE ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($10,486,871) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($1.104600 per $100 valuation) for NEWCASTLE ISD.
Total Appropriation
$10.5M
General Fund
$3.2M
Debt Service (I&S)
$2.1M
Capital Projects
$0.1M
Per Capita
$45,202
Public Safety: $0.0M (0%)
Instruction & Teachers: $2.1M (20%)
Public Works: $0.4M (4%)
Parks & Culture: $0.3M
Administration: $0.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.1046 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+3.8% YoYFreedom Score: 50.1 (D)• Adopted Sep 11, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — NEWCASTLE ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for NEWCASTLE ISD (Young County) totaling $10,102,958. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $1.1069 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$10.1M
General Fund
$3.1M
Debt Service (I&S)
$2.1M
Capital Projects
$0.1M
Per Capita
$43,547
Public Safety: $0.0M (0%)
Instruction & Teachers: $2.0M (20%)
Public Works: $0.4M (4%)
Parks & Culture: $0.3M
Administration: $0.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.1069 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+4.9% YoYFreedom Score: 50 (D)• Adopted Sep 11, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — NEWCASTLE ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for NEWCASTLE ISD (Young County) totaling $9,734,976. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $1.4418 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$9.7M
General Fund
$3.0M
Debt Service (I&S)
$2.0M
Capital Projects
$0.1M
Per Capita
$41,961
Public Safety: $0.0M (0%)
Instruction & Teachers: $2.0M (20%)
Public Works: $0.4M (4%)
Parks & Culture: $0.3M
Administration: $0.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.441801 / $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$11.22M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.3MPer Capita: $48,375Tax Rate: $1.2264Freedom: 49.3 (F)
Official PDFFY 2026$10.85M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.2MPer Capita: $46,784Tax Rate: $1.2264Freedom: 49.7 (F)
Official PDFFY 2025$10.49M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.2MPer Capita: $45,202Tax Rate: $1.1046Freedom: 49.9 (F)
Official PDFFY 2024$10.10M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.1MPer Capita: $43,547Tax Rate: $1.1069Freedom: 50.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2023$9.73M(+4.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.0MPer Capita: $41,961Tax Rate: $1.441801Freedom: 50 (D)
Official PDFFY 2022$9.28M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.8MPer Capita: $40,013Tax Rate: $1.4717Freedom: 50.3 (D)
Official PDFFY 2021$8.84M(+4.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.7MPer Capita: $38,100Tax Rate: $1.479059Freedom: 50.5 (D)
Official PDFFY 2020$8.45M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.6MPer Capita: $36,424Tax Rate: $1.495329Freedom: 50.7 (D)
Official PDFFY 2019$8.09M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.5MPer Capita: $34,879Tax Rate: $1.516264Freedom: 50.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2018$7.70M(+4.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.3MPer Capita: $33,206Tax Rate: $1.534459Freedom: 51.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2017$7.35M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.2MPer Capita: $31,682Tax Rate: $1.525252Freedom: 51.4 (D)
Official PDFFY 2016$7.07M(+4.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.1MPer Capita: $30,466Tax Rate: $1.528303Freedom: 51.6 (D)
Official PDFFY 2015$6.76M(+4.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.1MPer Capita: $29,140Tax Rate: $1.534416Freedom: 51.8 (D)
Official PDFFY 2014$6.44M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.0MPer Capita: $27,776Tax Rate: $1.534416Freedom: 52.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2013$6.22M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.9MPer Capita: $26,809Tax Rate: $1.537485Freedom: 52.2 (D)
Official PDFFY 2012$5.97M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.8MPer Capita: $25,738Tax Rate: $1.531335Freedom: 52.4 (D)
Official PDFFY 2011$5.74M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.7MPer Capita: $24,762Tax Rate: $1.542054Freedom: 52.5 (D)
Official PDFFY 2010$5.44M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.7MPer Capita: $23,465Tax Rate: $1.542054Freedom: 52.8 (D)
Official PDFFY 2009$5.26M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.6MPer Capita: $22,658Tax Rate: $1.55439Freedom: 52.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2008$5.05M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.5MPer Capita: $21,780Tax Rate: $1.560608Freedom: 53 (D)
Official PDFFY 2007$4.88M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.5MPer Capita: $21,028Tax Rate: $1.571532Freedom: 53.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2006$4.66M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.4MPer Capita: $20,091Tax Rate: $1.582533Freedom: 53.3 (D)
Official PDFFY 2005$4.44M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.4MPer Capita: $19,136Tax Rate: $1.576203Freedom: 53.6 (D)
Official PDFFY 2004$4.23M(+5.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.3MPer Capita: $18,222Tax Rate: $1.569898Freedom: 53.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2003$4.02M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.2MPer Capita: $17,313Tax Rate: $1.571468Freedom: 54.2 (D)
Official PDFFY 2002$3.84M(+5.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.2MPer Capita: $16,537Tax Rate: $1.562039Freedom: 54.4 (D)
Official PDFFY 2001$3.65M(+5.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.1MPer Capita: $15,721Tax Rate: $1.562039Freedom: 54.7 (D)
Official PDFFY 2000$3.45M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $1.1MPer Capita: $14,890Tax Rate: $1.569849Freedom: 55 (D)
Official PDFActive Code of Ordinances & Municipal Regulations
Search All Ordinances & Regulations →Order No. 2023-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2024 (2023–2024) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — NEWCASTLE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2024 (2023–2024) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for NEWCASTLE ISD totaling $...
Order No. 2023-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2023 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for NEWCASTLE 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 NEWCASTLE 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 — NEWCASTLE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2023 (2022–2023) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for NEWCASTLE ISD totaling $...
Order No. 2021-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2021 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for NEWCASTLE 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 — NEWCASTLE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2022 (2021–2022) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for NEWCASTLE ISD totaling $...
Order No. 2020-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2021 (2020–2021) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — NEWCASTLE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2021 (2020–2021) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for NEWCASTLE ISD totaling $...
Order No. 2020-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2020 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for NEWCASTLE 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 NEWCASTLE 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 — NEWCASTLE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2020 (2019–2020) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for NEWCASTLE ISD totaling $...
Order No. 2018-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2019 (2018–2019) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — NEWCASTLE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2019 (2018–2019) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for NEWCASTLE ISD totaling $...
Order No. 2018-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2018 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for NEWCASTLE 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 NEWCASTLE 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 — NEWCASTLE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2018 (2017–2018) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for NEWCASTLE ISD totaling $...
Order No. 2016-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2017 (2016–2017) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — NEWCASTLE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2017 (2016–2017) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for NEWCASTLE ISD totaling $...
Order No. 2016-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2016 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for NEWCASTLE 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 NEWCASTLE 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 — NEWCASTLE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2016 (2015–2016) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for NEWCASTLE ISD totaling $...
Order No. 2014-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2015 (2014–2015) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — NEWCASTLE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2015 (2014–2015) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for NEWCASTLE ISD totaling $...
Order No. 2014-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2014 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for NEWCASTLE 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 NEWCASTLE 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 — NEWCASTLE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2014 (2013–2014) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for NEWCASTLE ISD totaling $...
Order No. 2012-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2013 (2012–2013) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — NEWCASTLE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2013 (2012–2013) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for NEWCASTLE ISD totaling $...
Order No. 2012-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2012 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for NEWCASTLE 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 NEWCASTLE 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 (25)
UNIFORM MAY • 2026-05-11
May 2026 NEWCASTLE ISD Official General Election Canvass
Voter Turnout: 66 (18.9% of 350 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 6 (Place 6)
Anthony Ford WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Michael Crossland WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)
Sam Creel WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
Dancey Creel WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Tradd Strawbridge WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)Trustee, Place 7 (Place 7)
Quentin Terrell WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)Trustee, Place 3 (Place 3)
Shelly Shields WINNER
100.0% (58 votes)SPECIAL BOND • 2023-05-06
NEWCASTLE ISD 2023 May Uniform Election
UNIFORM MAY • 2022-05-07
May 2022 NEWCASTLE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (29.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Michael Crossland WINNER
70.0% (84 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
30.0% (36 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2021-05-01
May 2021 NEWCASTLE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (14.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Michael Crossland WINNER
72.0% (86 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
28.0% (34 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2020-05-02
May 2020 NEWCASTLE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 122 (30.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Michael Crossland WINNER
59.0% (72 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
41.0% (50 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2019-05-04
May 2019 NEWCASTLE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (15.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Michael Crossland WINNER
67.0% (80 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
33.0% (40 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2018-05-05
May 2018 NEWCASTLE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (24.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Michael Crossland WINNER
72.0% (86 votes)David C. Morales
28.0% (34 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2017-05-06
May 2017 NEWCASTLE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 126 (31.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Michael Crossland WINNER
62.0% (78 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
38.0% (48 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2016-05-07
May 2016 NEWCASTLE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (15.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Michael Crossland WINNER
67.0% (80 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
33.0% (40 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2015-05-02
May 2015 NEWCASTLE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (21.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Michael Crossland WINNER
60.0% (72 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
40.0% (48 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2014-05-03
May 2014 NEWCASTLE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 126 (31.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Michael Crossland WINNER
69.0% (87 votes)David C. Morales
31.0% (39 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2013-05-04
May 2013 NEWCASTLE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 126 (31.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Michael Crossland WINNER
63.0% (79 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
37.0% (47 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2012-05-05
May 2012 NEWCASTLE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (24.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Michael Crossland WINNER
64.0% (77 votes)David C. Morales
36.0% (43 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2011-05-07
May 2011 NEWCASTLE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (22.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Michael Crossland WINNER
57.0% (68 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
43.0% (52 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2010-05-01
May 2010 NEWCASTLE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (21.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Michael Crossland WINNER
65.0% (78 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
35.0% (42 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2009-05-02
May 2009 NEWCASTLE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (20.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Michael Crossland WINNER
71.0% (85 votes)Michael R. Vance
29.0% (35 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2008-05-03
May 2008 NEWCASTLE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (19.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Michael Crossland WINNER
60.0% (72 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
40.0% (48 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2007-05-05
May 2007 NEWCASTLE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (24.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Michael Crossland WINNER
70.0% (84 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
30.0% (36 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2006-05-06
May 2006 NEWCASTLE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (22.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Michael Crossland WINNER
54.0% (65 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
46.0% (55 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2005-05-07
May 2005 NEWCASTLE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (21.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Michael Crossland WINNER
63.0% (76 votes)David C. Morales
37.0% (44 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2004-05-01
May 2004 NEWCASTLE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (26.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Michael Crossland WINNER
69.0% (83 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
31.0% (37 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2003-05-03
May 2003 NEWCASTLE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (27.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Michael Crossland WINNER
59.0% (71 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
41.0% (49 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2002-05-04
May 2002 NEWCASTLE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (15.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Michael Crossland WINNER
61.0% (73 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
39.0% (47 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2001-05-05
May 2001 NEWCASTLE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (25.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Michael Crossland WINNER
54.0% (65 votes)Michael R. Vance
46.0% (55 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2000-05-06
May 2000 NEWCASTLE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (16.0% of 408 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Michael Crossland WINNER
57.0% (68 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
43.0% (52 votes)Meeting Dockets & Agendas (327)
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NEWCASTLE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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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: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate5: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments7: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion2026-09-22 • REGULAR SESSION
NEWCASTLE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order2: Announcement by chairman that a quorum is present, that the meeting has been duly called and that the notice of the meeting has been duly posted for time and manner as required by law.2.A: Pledge of Allegiance2.B: Prayer3: Open Forum4: Consent Agenda4.A: Minutes of previous meeting: 1. Special Public Session August 31, 2026 2. Special Board Meeting August 31, 20264.B: Monthly Financials5: Reports:5.A: Principal Reports/Attendance/Enrollment Updates5.B: Athletic Director Reports6: Discuss and consider6.A: 2025 Accountability Report6.B: Information Updates — Facilities6.C: SHAC6.D: Discuss concerns regarding gymnasium acoustics, including sound quality, excessive echo, and potential improvement options.6.E: Graduation Location6.F: School Board Training6.G: Next Regular Meeting Scheduled October 19, 20267: Action Items7.A: Consider and take possible action to authorize the Superintendent to proceed with repairs related to weather damage using available insurance proceeds.7.B: Consider and take action to add the superintendent and business manager as designated authorized signatures for the National Benefit Services 403(B) plan.8: Closed Session:The Board may convene in Closed Session pursuant to the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, including but not limited to: §551.071 – Consultation with Attorney §551.072 – Deliberation Regarding Real Property §551.074 – Personnel Matters (appointments, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of employees and officers) §551.076 –9: Reconvene from closed session for action relative to items considered during closed session.9.A: Consider and take possible action on matters discussed in closed session.10: Adjournment11: Public Hearing 2025-2026- Senate Bill 12 Compliance Certification11.A: Public Comments12: Action12.A: Consider Approval of Senate Bill 12 Compliance Certification13: Adjournment2026-08-31 • SPECIAL SESSION
NEWCASTLE ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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2.B: Prayer1: Call to Order2: Announcement by chairman that a quorum is present, that the meeting has been duly called and that the notice of the meeting has been duly posted for time and manner as required by law.3: Open Forum4: Consent Agenda4.A: Minutes of previous meeting: August 11, 2026 Meeting5: Discuss and consider5.A: Discuss Board Training5.B: Information Updates — Facilities, Financial, Personnel, Enrollment, Transportation, and Activities5.C: Next Regular Meeting Scheduled for September 21st6: Action Items6.A: Review and consideration of 2025-26 Budget Amendments6.B: Consider and Approve the NISD Budget for the 2026–2027 school year6.C: Consider approval of Newcastle ISD Resolution adopting the M&O tax rate of $0.7264 per $100 of taxable valuation for the maintenance and operating fund and the adoption of the I&S tax rate of $0.5000 per $100 of taxable valuation of taxable valuation of I&S Debt Service Fund for a total tax value of $1.2264 per $100 of taxable valuation for 2026 tax year. Including designations and preservation of6.D: Consider and take possible action to revise the 2026-2027 Student Handbook Dress and Grooming Code regarding facial hair.7: Closed Session: The Board may convene in Closed Session pursuant to the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, including but not limited to: §551.071 – Consultation with Attorney §551.072 – Deliberation Regarding Real Property §551.074 – Personnel Matters (appointments, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of employees and officers) §551.076 7.A: Reconvene from closed session for action relative to items considered during closed session.8: Adjournment2.A: Pledge of Allegiance2026-08-11 • REGULAR SESSION
NEWCASTLE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order2: Announcement by chairman that a quorum is present, that the meeting has been duly called and that the notice of the meeting has been duly posted for time and manner as required by law.2.A: Pledge of Allegiance2.B: Prayer3: Open Forum4: Consent Agenda4.A: Minutes of previous meeting: July 27, 2026 Meeting4.B: Monthly Financials5: Principal Report5.A: Attendance/Enrollment Updates6: Discuss and consider6.A: Budget Review Workshop for 26-27 budget6.B: Discussion of Child Care/Day Care research and potential program options.6.C: Special Meeting Aug 31, 2026 for Adoption of the 2026–2027 Budget7: Action Items7.A: Consider and approve a Resolution approving a proposed Interest and Sinking Fund (I&S) Tax rate above the minimum debt service rate.7.B: Consider and take action on the M&O tax rate.7.C: Consider and take action on Newcastle ISD salaries for non-step employee funding.7.D: Review and take action on TASB Policy Update 127.7.E: Resolution recognizing the Young County 4-H Adjunct Faculty Resolution and the extracurricular status of the 4-H organization.7.F: 2026-2027 cafeteria meal prices for adults and visitors7.G: Consider and take possible action to authorize the Superintendent to repair and or replace the football stadium sound system.8: Closed Session: The Board may convene in Closed Session pursuant to the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, including but not limited to: ? §551.071 – Consultation with Attorney ? §551.072 – Deliberation Regarding Real Property ? §551.074 – Personnel Matters (appointments, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of employees and officers) ? §9: Reconvene from closed session for action relative to items considered during closed session.10: Adjournment2026-07-27 • REGULAR SESSION
NEWCASTLE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order2: Announcement by chairman that a quorum is present, that the meeting has been duly called and that the notice of the meeting has been duly posted for time and manner as required by law.2.A: Pledge of Allegiance2.B: Prayer3: Open Forum4: Consent Agenda4.A: Minutes of previous meeting: June 15, 2026 Attachments: ( 1 ) Newcastle Independent School District - Newcastle ISD Regular Meeting_preapprovedminutes_0615264.B: Monthly Financials5: Discuss and consider5.A: Construction and Facilities Updates5.B: Winter Storm Damage Insurance Update5.C: Potential Day Care Needs5.D: Review 26-27 Student Handbook5.E: Pre-Budget Discussion6: Action Items6.A: Review and Consideration of 26-27 Student Code of Conduct6.B: Consideration of Teacher Appraisal Calendar for 26-276.C: Consider and take possible action regarding a budget amendment.6.D: Consider and approve closing documents from the Title Company.7: Closed Session: The Board may convene in Closed Session pursuant to the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, including but not limited to: §551.071 – Consultation with Attorney §551.072 – Deliberation Regarding Real Property §551.074 – Personnel Matters (appointments, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of employees and officers) §551.076 8: Reconvene from closed session for action relative to items considered during closed session.9: Adjournment2026-06-15 • REGULAR SESSION
NEWCASTLE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order2: Announcement by chairman that a quorum is present, that the meeting has been duly called and that the notice of the meeting has been duly posted for time and manner as required by law.2.A: Pledge of Allegiance2.B: Prayer3: Open Forum4: Public Notice4.A: Notice of Newcastle ISD's Intent to Apply for the 2026–2027 Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Federal Grant Through the Texas Education Agency Opportunity for public input regarding the ESSA grant application and compliance report submission.5: Consent Agenda5.A: Minutes of previous meeting: May 18, 2026, and June 10, 2026 Attachments: ( 2 ) Newcastle Independent School District - Newcastle ISD Regular Meeting_preapprovedminutes_051826 Newcastle Independent School District - Newcastle ISD Special Meeting_minutes0610265.B: Monthly Financials6: Discuss and consider6.A: Construction and Facilities Updates6.B: Insurance update6.C: New Gym Floor Resolution6.D: Real Estate6.E: Personnel6.F: Review STAAR and End-of-Course (EOC) Results6.G: Summer School and Intervention Program Update7: Action Items7.A: Consider and take possible action regarding participation in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) and the Financial Impact on the Child Nutrition Program for the 2026-2027 school year.7.B: Consider and take possible action to appoint a voting delegate and alternate delegate to represent Newcastle ISD at the 2026 TASB Delegate Assembly.8: CLOSED SESSION: The Board may convene in Closed Session pursuant to the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, including but not limited to: §551.071 – Consultation with Attorney §551.072 – Deliberation Regarding Real Property §551.074 – Personnel Matters (appointments, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of employees and officers) §551.076 9: Reconvene from closed session for action relative to items considered during closed session.9.A: Consider and take possible action on matters discussed in closed session.10: Adjournment2026-06-10 • SPECIAL SESSION
NEWCASTLE ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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1: Call to Order2: Announcement by chairman that a quorum is present, that the meeting has been duly called and that the notice of the meeting has been duly posted for time and manner as required by law.2.A: Pledge of Allegiance2.B: Prayer3: Open Forum4: Discuss and consider4.A: Consider the purchase of real property.5: Action Items5.A: Purchase of real property6: Closed Session7: Reconvene from closed session for action relative to items considered during closed session.8: Adjournment2026-05-18 • REGULAR SESSION
NEWCASTLE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order2: Announcement by chairman that a quorum is present, that the meeting has been duly called and that the notice of the meeting has been duly posted for time and manner as required by law.2.A: Pledge of Allegiance2.B: Prayer3: Open Forum4: Consent Agenda4.A: Minutes of previous meeting: May 14, 20264.B: Monthly Financials5: Principal Report Attachments: ( 1 ) May Board Report 25-266: Discuss and consider6.A: Discuss community eligibility provision — site eligibility for school year 2025-26 presented by Travis Neville7: Action Items7.A: Consideration of SB5467.B: TIA Allotment Spending Plan7.C: Consider transferring $2000 out of the Newcastle Heritage Foundation Fund for Senior Scholarships.7.D: Budget Amendment7.E: Consider and take possible action regarding facility repairs related to winter storm and construction damage claims.7.F: Real Property To deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease, of real property if deliberation in a open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the Board's position in negotiations with a third person (Texas Government Code 551.072)7.G: Personnel To deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee, including Board Members, or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee (Texas Government Code 551.074)8: Closed Session: A closed session may be held under the provisions of the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.074, including but not limited to Section 551.071, Section 551.072, Section 551.082(a), and Section 551.0839: Adjournment2026-05-14 • REGULAR SESSION
NEWCASTLE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order2: Announcement by chairman that a quorum is present, that the meeting has been duly called and that the notice of the meeting has been duly posted for time and manner as required by law.2.A: Pledge of Allegiance2.B: Prayer3: Open Forum4: Consent Agenda4.A: Minutes of previous meeting:5: Discuss and consider5.A: Ongoing Construction5.B: Winter Storm Damage6: Closed Session: A closed session may be held under the provisions of the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.074, including but not limited to Section 551.071, Section 551.072, Section 551.082(a), and Section 551.0837: Adjournment2026-05-11 • SPECIAL SESSION
NEWCASTLE ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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1: Call to Order2: Announcement by chairman that a quorum is present, that the meeting has been duly called and that the notice of the meeting has been duly posted for time and manner as required by law.2.A: Pledge of Allegiance2.B: Prayer3: Open Forum4: Consent Agenda4.A: Minutes of previous meeting: Newcastle Independent School District - Newcastle ISD—Special_ Meeting_PreapprovedMinutes Minutes April 27, 2026 Attachments: ( 1 ) April 27, 2026 at 6_00 PM - Newcastle ISD _Special_ Meeting5: Canvass Votes of the May 2, 2026, Trustee Election Attachments: ( 1 ) May 2, 2026 Board Meeting Canvass of Votes - Google Docs6: Oath of Office to Newly Elected Board Members7: Selection of Board Officers (President, Vice President, Secretary)8: Consider appointing the vacated board member seat.9: Closed Session: A closed session may be held under the provisions of the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.074, including but not limited to Section 551.071, Section 551.072, Section 551.082(a), and Section 551.08310: Action Item11: Adjournment2026-04-27 • SPECIAL SESSION
NEWCASTLE ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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1: Call to Order2: Announcement by chairman that a quorum is present, that the meeting has been duly called and that the notice of the meeting has been duly posted for time and manner as required by law.2.A: Pledge of Allegiance2.B: Prayer3: Open Forum4: Consent Agenda4.A: Minutes of previous meeting Attachments: ( 1 ) Newcastle Independent School District - Newcastle ISD Regular Meeting_Minutes 042026_preapproved5: Action Items5.A: Consider Acceptance of Resignation of Board Member Tradd Strawbridge.5.B: Consider the process for filling the board vacancy.6: Closed Session: A closed session may be held under the provisions of Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.074 including but not limited to Section 551.071, Section 551.072, Section 551.082(a), and Section 551.0836.A: Consider approval of the Superintendent's Recommendation for the employment of teachers and other professional personnel.7: Reconvene from closed session for action relative to items considered during closed session.8: Adjournment2026-04-20 • REGULAR SESSION
NEWCASTLE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order2: Announcement by chairman that a quorum is present, that the meeting has been duly called and that the notice of the meeting has been duly posted for time and manner as required by law.2.A: Pledge of Allegiance2.B: Prayer3: Open Forum4: Consent Agenda4.A: Minutes of previous meeting Attachments: ( 1 ) Newcastle Independent School District - Newcastle ISD Regular Meeting Minutes March 16, 2026 _Preapproved4.B: Monthly Financials5: Principal Report6: Action Items6.A: Consider the Newcastle school calendar for 2026–2027. Attachments: ( 1 ) 26-27 School Calendar.xlsx - Google Sheets6.B: Consider and Nominate a Candidate to fill the Young County Appraisal District (YCAD) Board of Directors Vacancy7: Discuss and consider7.A: District Vulnerability Assessment Full Report7.B: 2025-2026 Multi-Hazard Emergency Operations Plan7.C: Transportation Retrofit/Seat Belt Report7.D: Board Member Training Report7.E: April board meeting date: May 18, 20267.F: Graduation ceremonies in May (JH May 28, HS May 29)7.G: Information Updates — Facilities; Financial; Personnel; Enrollment; Transportation; Activities8: Closed Session: A closed session may be held under the provisions of Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.074, including but not limited to Section 551.071, Section 551.072, Section 551.082(a), and Section 551.0838.A: Consider the superintendent's recommendations regarding employment and contract status of classroom teachers and other non-administrative professional personnel (Tex. Gov't Code 51.074)8.B: Term contract employees, dual role term contract employees, probationary contract employees and employment agreement employees.8.C: Deliberation regarding employment of Coordinator of Operations8.D: Deliberation regarding contract amendment for Athletic Director9: Reconvene from closed session for action relative to items considered during closed session.10: Adjournment2026-03-16 • REGULAR SESSION
NEWCASTLE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order2: Announcement by chairman that a quorum is present, that the meeting has been duly called and that the notice of the meeting has been duly posted for time and manner as required by law.2.A: Pledge of Allegiance2.B: Prayer3: Open Forum4: Consent Agenda4.A: Minutes of previous meeting: February 26, 2026 Attachments: ( 1 ) February 26, 2026 at 6_00 PM - Newcastle ISD Regular Meeting_Pre-Approved4.B: Monthly Financials5: Principal Report Attachments: ( 1 ) March Board Report 25-266: Action Items6.A: Consider Approval of the Certification of Provision of Instructional Materials for the 26–27 school year.6.B: Consider Approval of First Public/Lone Star authorized representative change for the new superintendent.7: Discuss and consider7.A: Spring TASB/Region 9 Board Workshop — Thursday, March 26th (TASB Spring Board workshop @ Region 9, 5-9 pm)7.B: Discuss Construction Updates7.C: Discuss Track Warranty Letter7.D: Discuss Ice Storm Insurance update7.E: Discuss Newcastle ISD Teacher Incentive Allotment Update7.F: April board meeting date April 20, 20267.G: Other reports — enrollment, facilities, transportation, student activity schedule8: Closed Session: A closed session may be held under the provisions of Texas Government Code, Chapter 551 including but not limited to Section 551.071, Section 551.072, Section 551.082(a), and Section 551.083.8.A: Personnel, including Retirements, Resignations, Leave of Absence, Dismissals, Terminations, Non-Renewals, Non-Extensions, and Evaluations8.B: Personnel/Consider recommendations regarding employment and contract status of classroom teachers and non-administrative professionals8.C: Term contract employees, dual role term contract employees, and probationary contract employees8.D: Discuss and consider possible purchase of Real Estate9: Reconvene from closed session for action relative to items considered during closed session.10: Action Items from closed session:10.A: Consider and take possible action on any other items from the closed meeting.11: Adjournment2026-02-26 • REGULAR SESSION
NEWCASTLE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order2: Announcement by chairman that a quorum is present, that the meeting has been duly called and that the notice of the meeting has been duly posted for time and manner as required by law.2.A: Pledge of Allegiance2.B: Prayer3: Open Forum4: Public Hearing: Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR) Public Hearing5: Consent Agenda5.A: Minutes of previous meeting: Monday, January 19, 2026 Attachments: ( 1 ) Newcastle Independent School District - Newcastle ISD Regular Meeting_011926_minutes(Preapproved)5.B: Monthly Financials6: Principal Report Attachments: ( 2 ) Feb. Board Report 25-26 February 10,2026_Attendance Report7: Action Items7.A: Consider changing regular board meeting time to 6:00pm instead of 7:00pm7.B: Discuss and consider Senate Bill 11 on Daily Prayer Time7.C: Consider Approval for the Application Submission for Delay of Teacher Certification Requirements7.D: Consider and approve the Newcastle ISD Administrative Regulation for Real-Time Electronic Notification Regarding Violent Activity (TEC §37.1131)7.E: Consider and approve the Newcastle ISD Administrative Procedures for establishing the Threat Assessment and Safe and Supportive School Program Team, as required by TEC §37.115(c) (Sentinel 3.01)7.F: Consider and approve the Newcastle ISD Good Cause Exception and Alternative Performance Standard for School Safety and Security Facilities Standards (TEC §37.353) for Sentinel compliance (6.02.2 / 6.08)7.G: Consider and take action to (1) determine and approve the number and assignment of armed security officers for the District to ensure at least one is present during regular school hours, and (2) authorize a good cause exception and alternative standard only if the District is unable to meet the requirement due to funding and/or qualified personnel availability.7.H: Discuss and consider approval of an Order of Election calling for a Board of Trustees election to be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026, for the purpose of electing trustees to Place 6 and Place 7, and authorizing the Superintendent to take all actions necessary for the conduct of the election.8: Discussion/Information Items8.A: May 2, 2026, Board of Trustees Update8.B: Naming of the Football Field8.C: Board training on March 26th (TASB Spring Board workshop @ Region 9, 5-9pm)8.D: March board meeting date March 16, 20268.E: Other Reports — Enrollment; Facilities; Personnel; Transportation; Student Activity Schedule9: Closed Session: A closed session may be held under the provision of Texas Government Section 551.071, Section 551.072, Section 551.076, Section 551.082(a), and Section 551.083.9.A: Consider Principal Resignation Letter9.B: Consider the Athletic Director-Teacher Contract for 26–27.9.C: Consider Counselor Contract for 26–27.9.D: Consider Girls Coordinator/Teacher - Coach Contract 26-279.E: Consider Posting Principal position9.F: Consider and discuss Assistant Principal/Dean of Students9.G: Discuss and Consider possible purchase of Real Estate10: Reconvene from closed session for action relative to items considered during closed session.11: Adjournment2026-01-19 • REGULAR SESSION
NEWCASTLE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order2: Announcement by chairman that a quorum is present, that the meeting has been duly called and that the notice of the meeting has been duly posted for time and manner as required by law.2.A: Pledge of Allegiance2.B: Prayer3: Open Forum4: Consent Agenda4.A: Minutes of previous meeting: Thursday 8, 2026 *Special Meeting* Attachments: ( 1 ) Minutes for Newcastle ISD _SPECIAL_ Meeting_010826_preapproved4.B: Monthly Financials5: Principal Report Attachments: ( 1 ) Jan. Board Report 25-266: Action Items6.A: Review and consideration of Investment Policies — Resolution, CDA(LOCAL) Attachments: ( 1 ) Investment Policies- Resolution, CDA (LOCAL)6.B: Discuss and consider approval of Ty Spitzer to serve as superintendent mentor to Missy Hemby.7: Discussion/Information Item7.A: May 2, 2026, Board of Trustees Election's Update/Elections Contract with Young County7.B: Plug Power termination of 313 Value limitation Agreement7.C: Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR) Public Hearing in February7.D: Board training updates and future trainings7.E: Conflict of Interest Questionnaire with Farmer's and Merchant Bank7.F: Potential and school-related uses of former cafeteria building7.G: February board meeting date: February 16th7.H: Other Reports — Enrollment; Facilities; Personnel; Transportation, Student Activity Schedule8: Closed Session: A closed session may be held under the provision of Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, including but not limited to Section 551.071, Section 551.072, Section 551.076, Section 551.082(a), and Section 551.083.9: Reconvene from closed session for action relative to items considered during closed session.10: Adjournment2025-12-15 • REGULAR SESSION
NEWCASTLE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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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 Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion6: Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls2025-11-17 • REGULAR SESSION
NEWCASTLE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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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 Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts6: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners7: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion2025-10-20 • REGULAR SESSION
NEWCASTLE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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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 Landowners7: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts5: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings2025-09-15 • REGULAR SESSION
NEWCASTLE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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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 Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion5: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments6: Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure2025-08-18 • REGULAR SESSION
NEWCASTLE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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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 Appropriation7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls5: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion2025-07-21 • REGULAR SESSION
NEWCASTLE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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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 Appropriation7: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion5: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion2025-06-16 • REGULAR SESSION
NEWCASTLE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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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 Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion6: Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation2025-05-19 • REGULAR SESSION
NEWCASTLE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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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 Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls6: Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation7: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments2025-04-21 • REGULAR SESSION
NEWCASTLE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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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 Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion6: Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls2025-03-17 • REGULAR SESSION
NEWCASTLE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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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: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate7: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments5: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments