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SPECIAL DISTRICT • San jacinto County, TX
SHEPHERD ISD
Population / Scale
1,968
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$0.9189
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$29.7M
+3.4% YoY • +24.8% (5Y)Outstanding Debt
$0 (Debt-Free)
28-Year Historical Trajectory (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Freedom Index & Adopted Budget Trend
5-Year Freedom Trend
▲ +2.9 pts
1Y: +3.3 pts • 10Y: +2.4 pts
FY 2000 → FY 2027 Liberty
▼ -0.4 pts
78.4 (B) → 78 (B)
Budget Growth (YoY & CAGR)
+3.4% YoY
27-Yr CAGR: +4.5%/yr
5Y & 10Y Budget Expansion
+24.8% (5Y)
10Y: +54.5% • Since '00: +231.0%
5Y Tax Rate Trajectory
-0.2541
FY 22: $1.1730 → FY 27: $0.9189
Freedom Score Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Weighted Fiscal (45%), Regulatory (35%), and Debt (20%) Restraint
'00: 78.4 (B)'10: 76.7 (B)'17: 75.6 (B)'22: 75.1 (B)'27: 78 (B)
Adopted Budget Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Total All-Funds Appropriations ($M) • Green ≤3.0% YoY Restraint
'00: $9.0M'10: $14.1M'17: $19.2M'22: $23.8M'27: $29.7M
Elected & Governing Officials (5)
AR
Andy Reeves
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
jhewitt@shepherdisd.net
JF
John Few
Trustee, Place 3 (Place 3)
jhewitt@shepherdisd.net
MA
Melodee Arrendell
Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
jhewitt@shepherdisd.net
RI
Richard Irwin
Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)
jhewitt@shepherdisd.net
YJ
Yvonne Johnson
Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
jhewitt@shepherdisd.net
Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)
FY 2027 ADOPTED+3.4% YoYFreedom Score: 78 (B)• Adopted Sep 19, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — SHEPHERD ISD
Official PDFFY 2027 Adopted Budget ($29,711,023) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($0.918900 per $100 valuation: $0.706200 M&O + $0.212700 I&S) for SHEPHERD ISD. Source: SanJacinto County Truth-in-Taxation 2026 Adopted Tax Rate Registry.
Total Appropriation
$29.7M
General Fund
$20.0M
Debt Service (I&S)
$1.7M
Capital Projects
$1.0M
Per Capita
$15,097
Public Safety: $0.6M (2%)
Instruction & Teachers: $11.5M (39%)
Public Works: $3.7M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $0.8M
Administration: $4.2M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.9189 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+3.5% YoYFreedom Score: 74.7 (B)• Adopted Sep 17, 2026FY 2026 Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — SHEPHERD ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($28,734,065) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($0.967900 per $100 valuation) for SHEPHERD ISD.
Total Appropriation
$28.7M
General Fund
$18.8M
Debt Service (I&S)
$1.6M
Capital Projects
$0.9M
Per Capita
$14,601
Public Safety: $0.6M (2%)
Instruction & Teachers: $10.8M (38%)
Public Works: $3.4M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $0.8M
Administration: $3.9M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.9679 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+5.1% YoYFreedom Score: 74.7 (B)• Adopted Aug 25, 2024FY 2025 Official PEIMS Adopted Budget — SHEPHERD ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($27,762,382) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($0.967900 per $100 valuation) for SHEPHERD ISD.
Total Appropriation
$27.8M
General Fund
$18.8M
Debt Service (I&S)
$1.6M
Capital Projects
$0.9M
Per Capita
$14,107
Public Safety: $0.6M (2%)
Instruction & Teachers: $10.8M (39%)
Public Works: $3.4M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $0.8M
Administration: $3.9M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.9679 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+5.1% YoYFreedom Score: 74.8 (B)• Adopted Aug 31, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — SHEPHERD ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for SHEPHERD ISD (San jacinto County) totaling $26,410,180. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $1.0010 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$26.4M
General Fund
$17.8M
Debt Service (I&S)
$1.6M
Capital Projects
$0.9M
Per Capita
$13,420
Public Safety: $0.5M (2%)
Instruction & Teachers: $10.3M (39%)
Public Works: $3.3M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $0.7M
Administration: $3.8M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.0010 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+5.5% YoYFreedom Score: 74.9 (B)• Adopted Aug 31, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — SHEPHERD ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for SHEPHERD ISD (San jacinto County) totaling $25,119,061. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $1.1556 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$25.1M
General Fund
$17.0M
Debt Service (I&S)
$1.5M
Capital Projects
$0.8M
Per Capita
$12,764
Public Safety: $0.5M (2%)
Instruction & Teachers: $9.8M (39%)
Public Works: $3.1M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $0.7M
Administration: $3.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.1556 / $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$29.71M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $20.0MPer Capita: $15,097Tax Rate: $0.9189Freedom: 78 (B)
Official PDFFY 2026$28.73M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $18.8MPer Capita: $14,601Tax Rate: $0.9679Freedom: 74.7 (B)
Official PDFFY 2025$27.76M(+5.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $18.8MPer Capita: $14,107Tax Rate: $0.9679Freedom: 74.7 (B)
Official PDFFY 2024$26.41M(+5.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $17.8MPer Capita: $13,420Tax Rate: $1.0010Freedom: 74.8 (B)
Official PDFFY 2023$25.12M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $17.0MPer Capita: $12,764Tax Rate: $1.1556Freedom: 74.9 (B)
Official PDFFY 2022$23.81M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $16.1MPer Capita: $12,098Tax Rate: $1.1730Freedom: 75.1 (B)
Official PDFFY 2021$22.96M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $15.5MPer Capita: $11,669Tax Rate: $1.197633Freedom: 75.1 (B)
Official PDFFY 2020$21.77M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $14.7MPer Capita: $11,062Tax Rate: $1.216795Freedom: 75.3 (B)
Official PDFFY 2019$20.85M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $14.1MPer Capita: $10,596Tax Rate: $1.228963Freedom: 75.4 (B)
Official PDFFY 2018$20.06M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.6MPer Capita: $10,194Tax Rate: $1.24494Freedom: 75.5 (B)
Official PDFFY 2017$19.23M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.0MPer Capita: $9,772Tax Rate: $1.243695Freedom: 75.6 (B)
Official PDFFY 2016$18.32M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.4MPer Capita: $9,310Tax Rate: $1.244939Freedom: 75.8 (B)
Official PDFFY 2015$17.50M(+5.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.8MPer Capita: $8,892Tax Rate: $1.239959Freedom: 76 (B)
Official PDFFY 2014$16.63M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.2MPer Capita: $8,448Tax Rate: $1.239959Freedom: 76.3 (B)
Official PDFFY 2013$16.00M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.8MPer Capita: $8,132Tax Rate: $1.232519Freedom: 76.4 (B)
Official PDFFY 2012$15.17M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.2MPer Capita: $7,708Tax Rate: $1.241147Freedom: 76.6 (B)
Official PDFFY 2011$14.65M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.9MPer Capita: $7,443Tax Rate: $1.246112Freedom: 76.6 (B)
Official PDFFY 2010$14.06M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.5MPer Capita: $7,147Tax Rate: $1.248604Freedom: 76.7 (B)
Official PDFFY 2009$13.54M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.1MPer Capita: $6,878Tax Rate: $1.24361Freedom: 76.8 (B)
Official PDFFY 2008$12.99M(+5.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.8MPer Capita: $6,602Tax Rate: $1.242366Freedom: 77 (B)
Official PDFFY 2007$12.35M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.3MPer Capita: $6,278Tax Rate: $1.239881Freedom: 77.2 (B)
Official PDFFY 2006$11.80M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.0MPer Capita: $5,997Tax Rate: $1.244841Freedom: 77.4 (B)
Official PDFFY 2005$11.24M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.6MPer Capita: $5,713Tax Rate: $1.248576Freedom: 77.6 (B)
Official PDFFY 2004$10.81M(+5.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.3MPer Capita: $5,491Tax Rate: $1.249825Freedom: 77.7 (B)
Official PDFFY 2003$10.23M(+4.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.9MPer Capita: $5,198Tax Rate: $1.246076Freedom: 77.9 (B)
Official PDFFY 2002$9.75M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.6MPer Capita: $4,955Tax Rate: $1.239846Freedom: 78.1 (B)
Official PDFFY 2001$9.40M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.3MPer Capita: $4,774Tax Rate: $1.241086Freedom: 78.2 (B)
Official PDFFY 2000$8.98M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.1MPer Capita: $4,561Tax Rate: $1.239845Freedom: 78.4 (B)
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 — SHEPHERD ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2024 (2023–2024) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for SHEPHERD ISD totaling $2...
Order No. 2023-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2023 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for SHEPHERD 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 SHEPHERD 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 — SHEPHERD ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2023 (2022–2023) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for SHEPHERD ISD totaling $2...
Order No. 2021-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2021 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for SHEPHERD 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 — SHEPHERD ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2022 (2021–2022) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for SHEPHERD ISD totaling $2...
Order No. 2020-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2021 (2020–2021) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — SHEPHERD ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2021 (2020–2021) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for SHEPHERD ISD totaling $2...
Order No. 2020-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2020 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for SHEPHERD 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 SHEPHERD 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 — SHEPHERD ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2020 (2019–2020) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for SHEPHERD ISD totaling $2...
Order No. 2018-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2019 (2018–2019) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — SHEPHERD ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2019 (2018–2019) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for SHEPHERD ISD totaling $2...
Order No. 2018-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2018 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for SHEPHERD 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 SHEPHERD 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 — SHEPHERD ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2018 (2017–2018) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for SHEPHERD ISD totaling $2...
Order No. 2016-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2017 (2016–2017) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — SHEPHERD ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2017 (2016–2017) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for SHEPHERD ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2016-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2016 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for SHEPHERD 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 SHEPHERD 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 — SHEPHERD ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2016 (2015–2016) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for SHEPHERD ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2014-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2015 (2014–2015) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — SHEPHERD ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2015 (2014–2015) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for SHEPHERD ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2014-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2014 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for SHEPHERD 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 SHEPHERD 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 — SHEPHERD ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2014 (2013–2014) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for SHEPHERD ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2012-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2013 (2012–2013) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — SHEPHERD ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2013 (2012–2013) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for SHEPHERD ISD totaling $1...
Order No. 2012-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2012 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for SHEPHERD 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 SHEPHERD 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 • 2025-05-03
May 2025 SHEPHERD ISD Official General Election Canvass
Voter Turnout: 254 (19.0% of 1,338 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Yvonne Johnson WINNER
100.0% (223 votes)Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
Melodee Arrendell WINNER
100.0% (223 votes)Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)
Richard Irwin WINNER
100.0% (223 votes)Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Andy Reeves WINNER
100.0% (223 votes)Trustee, Place 3 (Place 3)
John Few WINNER
100.0% (223 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2023-05-06
May 2023 SHEPHERD ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 401 (30.0% of 1,338 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Andy Reeves WINNER
57.0% (229 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
43.0% (172 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2022-05-07
May 2022 SHEPHERD ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 294 (22.0% of 1,338 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Andy Reeves WINNER
58.0% (171 votes)Michael R. Vance
42.0% (123 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2021-05-01
May 2021 SHEPHERD ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 214 (16.0% of 1,338 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Andy Reeves WINNER
72.0% (154 votes)Michael R. Vance
28.0% (60 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2020-05-02
May 2020 SHEPHERD ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 335 (25.0% of 1,338 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Andy Reeves WINNER
56.0% (188 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
44.0% (147 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2019-05-04
May 2019 SHEPHERD ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 308 (23.0% of 1,338 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Andy Reeves WINNER
65.0% (200 votes)David C. Morales
35.0% (108 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2018-05-05
May 2018 SHEPHERD ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 361 (27.0% of 1,338 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Andy Reeves WINNER
72.0% (260 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
28.0% (101 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2017-05-06
May 2017 SHEPHERD ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 348 (26.0% of 1,338 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Andy Reeves WINNER
72.0% (251 votes)Michael R. Vance
28.0% (97 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2016-05-07
May 2016 SHEPHERD ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 268 (20.0% of 1,338 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Andy Reeves WINNER
65.0% (174 votes)Michael R. Vance
35.0% (94 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2015-05-02
May 2015 SHEPHERD ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 268 (20.0% of 1,338 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Andy Reeves WINNER
56.0% (150 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
44.0% (118 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2014-05-03
May 2014 SHEPHERD ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 361 (27.0% of 1,338 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Andy Reeves WINNER
60.0% (217 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
40.0% (144 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2013-05-04
May 2013 SHEPHERD ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 415 (31.0% of 1,338 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Andy Reeves WINNER
68.0% (282 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
32.0% (133 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2012-05-05
May 2012 SHEPHERD ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 321 (24.0% of 1,338 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Andy Reeves WINNER
57.0% (183 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
43.0% (138 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2011-05-07
May 2011 SHEPHERD ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 241 (18.0% of 1,338 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Andy Reeves WINNER
56.0% (135 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
44.0% (106 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2010-05-01
May 2010 SHEPHERD ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 415 (31.0% of 1,338 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Andy Reeves WINNER
62.0% (257 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
38.0% (158 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2009-05-02
May 2009 SHEPHERD ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 415 (31.0% of 1,338 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Andy Reeves WINNER
72.0% (299 votes)Michael R. Vance
28.0% (116 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2008-05-03
May 2008 SHEPHERD ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 308 (23.0% of 1,338 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Andy Reeves WINNER
60.0% (185 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
40.0% (123 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2007-05-05
May 2007 SHEPHERD ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 308 (23.0% of 1,338 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Andy Reeves WINNER
54.0% (166 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
46.0% (142 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2006-05-06
May 2006 SHEPHERD ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 187 (14.0% of 1,338 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Andy Reeves WINNER
58.0% (108 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
42.0% (79 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2005-05-07
May 2005 SHEPHERD ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 321 (24.0% of 1,338 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Andy Reeves WINNER
59.0% (189 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
41.0% (132 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2004-05-01
May 2004 SHEPHERD ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 281 (21.0% of 1,338 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Andy Reeves WINNER
55.0% (155 votes)Michael R. Vance
45.0% (126 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2003-05-03
May 2003 SHEPHERD ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 361 (27.0% of 1,338 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Andy Reeves WINNER
71.0% (256 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
29.0% (105 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2002-05-04
May 2002 SHEPHERD ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 308 (23.0% of 1,338 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Andy Reeves WINNER
64.0% (197 votes)David C. Morales
36.0% (111 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2001-05-05
May 2001 SHEPHERD ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 201 (15.0% of 1,338 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Andy Reeves WINNER
72.0% (145 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
28.0% (56 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2000-05-06
May 2000 SHEPHERD ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 335 (25.0% of 1,338 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Andy Reeves WINNER
54.0% (181 votes)Michael R. Vance
46.0% (154 votes)Meeting Dockets & Agendas (331)
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SHEPHERD 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: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls7: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings2026-09-19 • SPECIAL SESSION
SHEPHERD ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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2026-09-17 • REGULAR SESSION
SHEPHERD ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM2: OPENING ACTIVITIES2.A: Invocation Presenter: Michael Nix, Dolen Baptist Church2.B: Pledge - US / Texas Presenter: Shepherd ISD JROTC and Color Guard3: PUBLIC HEARING3.A: Public Hearing to Discuss 2025-2026 First Ratings Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.4: PUBLIC FORUM4.A: Open forum for comments from the public5: REPORTS AND INFORMATION5.A: Conservator Report Presenter: Trish Hanks, TEA Conservator5.B: Report Only of Contracts for 2026-2027. Teachers, Nurses, Librarians, Counselors, and Administrators. Presenter: Drew Escamilla, Assistant Superintendent of HR and Student Services Description: Annually, contracts are recommended and approved by the Superintendent. Previously the Board voted to give the Superintendent the hiring authority over these employees. Chapter 21 of the Texas Education Co5.C: Financial Report Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.6: GENERAL CONSENT ITEMS6.A: Consider approval of minutes from the regular meeting on August 20, 2026 Presenter: Kristie Reeves, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent and Board6.B: Consideration to approve The Education Foundation of Shepherd ISD’s executive board members and to approve bylaws for the foundation Presenter: Todd Davis, Ed.D., Superintendent6.C: Consider approval of the Senior Trip to Disney in May 2027 Presenter: Todd Davis, Ed.D., Superintendent6.D: Approve the Shepherd ISD proposed class size waiver in accordance with the district’s District of Innovation plan for the 26-27 school year Presenter: Drew Escamilla, Assistant Superintendent of HR and Student Services Description: It is recommended that the Board approve a class size waiver in response to the Texas Education Agency (TEA) class size requirements, in accordance with the District of6.E: Shepherd ISD Comfort Canine for the 26-27 school year Presenter: Drew Escamilla, Assistant Superintendent of HR and Student Services Description: Shepherd ISD will continue the limited Comfort Canine Program with the presence of a trained "therapy" dog on campus. Rebecca Endtricht and her canine Duke will serve as the designated Handler and Comfort Canine for the District.7: FINANCIAL CONSENT ITEMS7.A: Consider approval of federal expenditures over $50,000 and General and other expenditures over $100,000 Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.7.B: Consider approval of budget amendments as presented Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.8: DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION8.A: Ratification of the Resolution of Compensation of Employees Due to School Emergency Closure regarding Tropical Storm Edouard on 9/1/2026 and Delayed Start on 9/2/2026. Presenter: Drew Escamilla, Assistant Superintendent of HR and Student Services Description: Board Policy DEA(LOCAL) states that During an emergency closure, all employees shall continue to be paid for their regular duty schedule unl8.B: Consideration and approval of a Resolution by the Board of Trustees of the Shepherd Independent School District providing for the defeasance of certain outstanding obligations of the District Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.8.C: Consider approval of the 2026 no-new-revenue tax rate and voter-approval tax rate for the fiscal year 2026-2027 Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.8.D: Consider, Discuss, and Take Appropriate Action Regarding proposed Interest & Sinking (I&S) rate for Debt Service that exceeds the minimum amount required for tax year 2026 for the Fiscal Year 2027 for early defeasance of outstanding debt. Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.8.E: Consider, Discuss, and Take Appropriate Action Regarding Adoption of the Tax Rate for the Fiscal Year 2027 Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.8.F: Consider and take possible action to approve Certification of Compliance with Certain Laws under Texas Education Code 39.008, as enacted by Senate Bill 12 (89th Texas Legislative Session) Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.8.G: Consider and act upon the Certification of Unopposed Candidates received from the authority responsible for preparing the ballot for the November 3, 2026 General Election, and consider and act upon an Order declaring the unopposed candidates elected and canceling the election for the offices of Trustee, Position 4, and Trustee, Position 5, in accordance with Sections 2.051–2.053 of the Texas Elect8.H: Discussion and possible action on Policy Update 127 Legal and Local policies Presenter: Todd Davis, Ed.D., Superintendent8.H.1: BJCF(LOCAL): SUPERINTENDENT - NONRENEWAL8.H.2: CAA(LOCAL): FISCAL MANAGEMENT GOALS AND OBJECTIVES - FINANCIAL ETHICS8.H.3: DC(LOCAL): EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES8.H.4: DH(LOCAL): EMPLOYEE STANDARDS OF CONDUCT8.H.5: DP(LOCAL): PERSONNEL POSITIONS8.H.6: DPA(LOCAL): PERSONNEL POSITIONS - PRINCIPALS8.H.7: DPB(LOCAL): PERSONNEL POSITIONS - OTHER PERSONNEL POSITIONS8.H.8: EHAD(LOCAL): BASIC INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM - ELECTIVE INSTRUCTION8.H.9: EHBB(LOCAL): SPECIAL PROGRAMS - GIFTED AND TALENTED STUDENTS8.H.10: FFF(LOCAL): STUDENT WELFARE - STUDENT SAFETY9: CLOSED SESSION9.A: 551.074 Discussing personnel or to hear complaints against personnel10: ANNOUNCEMENTS10.A: Next regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, October 15, 2026.11: ADJOURN2026-08-20 • REGULAR SESSION
SHEPHERD ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM2: OPENING ACTIVITIES2.A: Invocation Presenter: Chester Holloway, First Baptist Church Shepherd2.B: Pledge - US / Texas Presenter: Shepherd ISD JROTC and Color Guard2.C: Student Recognition3: PUBLIC FORUM3.A: Open forum for comments from the public.4: REPORTS AND INFORMATION4.A: Conservator Report Presenter: Trish Hanks, TEA Conservator4.B: 2026 Accountability Report Presenter: Marjorie Pineda, Director of Teaching and Learning4.C: Report Only of Contracts for 2026-2027. Teachers, Nurses, Librarians, Counselors, and Administrators. Presenter: Drew Escamilla, Assistant Superintendent of HR and Student Services Description: Annually, contracts are recommended and approved by the Superintendent. Previously the Board voted to give the Superintendent the hiring authority over these employees. ? Chapter 21 of the Texas Education C4.D: Financial Report Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, CFO Description: Financial Report for July 20264.E: Beginning of School Informational Presenter: Drew Escamilla, Assistant Superintendent of HR and Student Services Description: First Day Attendance, Transportation Logistics, Feedback4.F: Strategic Compensation Update Presenter: Kriste Davis, Regional Assistant Superintendent of Talent Description: Presentation of the work that is being done in Shepherd ISD moving toward a Strategic Compensation plan and the potential impact on teacher recruitment and retention. (P2: 2.1.4)5: GENERAL CONSENT ITEMS5.A: Consider approval of minutes from the regular meeting on July 16, 2026. Presenter: Kristie Reeves, Superintendent and Board Secretary5.B: Approve the General Waiver for “Certification for Role other than Superintendent or Classroom Teacher”, in accordance with TEA waiver guidelines for the 26-27 school year. Presenter: Drew Escamilla, Assistant Superintendent of HR and Student Services Description: ? It is recommended that the Board approve the General Waiver for Lea Wyers as Assistant Principal ? She has graduated with her degree, 5.C: Ratification of DOI Certifications for staff hired 2026-2027 Presenter: Drew Escamilla, Assistant Superintendent of HR and Student Services Description: The following staff are hired under the DOI - Local Certification Process. ACP/Alternative Certification Program. NSpire is the SISD in-house degree & certification program.5.D: Consider approving the joint election for the SISD Board of Trustee Election on November 3, 2026 with San Jacinto County. Presenter: Kristie Reeves, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent and Board5.E: Consider approving the adjunct staff and extracurricular events that qualify to receive extracurricular days for the 2026-2027 school year. Presenter: Todd Davis, Ed.D., Superintendent6: FINANCIAL CONSENT ITEMS6.A: Consider approval of budget amendments as presented Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.6.B: Consider approval of RFP's as presented. Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, CFO6.C: Consider approval of Cooperatives as presented Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, CFO6.D: Consider approval for change in Financial Advisors as presented Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, CFO7: DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION7.A: Discussion and possible action to approve the revisions to the existing 2026/2027 Compensation Plan. Presenter: Drew Escamilla, Assistant Superintendent of HR and Student Services Description: See pages 4,6, & 9 Proposed changes marked in red for removal and yellow additions. Removal of the Sped High Needs aide Position, leaving the Sped Aide Position. Added Mentor Teaching Stipend and Host Teache8: CLOSED SESSION8.A: 551.076 Considering the deployment, specific occasions for, or implementation of, security8.B: 551.074 Discussing personnel or to hear complaints against personnel9: ANNOUNCEMENTS9.A: The next regularly scheduled meeting is on Thursday, September 17, 2026.10: ADJOURN2026-08-04 • SPECIAL SESSION
SHEPHERD ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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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 filings7: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts8: Executive session pursuant to Texas Open Meetings Act9: Reconvene in open session and take final action on executive session items10: Adjournment5: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders2026-07-16 • REGULAR SESSION
SHEPHERD ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM2: OPENING ACTIVITIES2.A: Invocation2.B: Pledge - US / Texas3: CLOSED SESSION3.A: Consider and discuss hiring Superintendent and approval of Superintendent contract, pursuant to Tex. Gov't Code section 551.074.3.B: Consultation with legal counsel including possible telephone consultation with legal counsel, as necessary, to address legal concerns, implications, and answer any legal questions regarding posted agenda items, pursuant to Texas Gov't Code Section 551.071, 551.074, 551.129.4: DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION4.A: Consider and take possible action to hire Superintendent and approve Superintendent contract.5: RECESS6: PUBLIC FORUM6.A: Open forum for comments from the public.7: REPORTS AND INFORMATION7.A: Conservator Report Presenter: Trish Hanks, TEA Conservator7.B: Report Only of Contracts for 2026-2027. Teachers, Nurses, Librarians, Counselors, and Administrators. Presenter: Drew Escamilla, Assistant Superintendent of HR and Student Services Description: Annually, contracts are recommended and approved by the Superintendent. Previously the Board voted to give the Superintendent the hiring authority over these employees. ? Chapter 21 of the Texas Education C7.C: Monthly Financial Reports Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.8: GENERAL CONSENT ITEMS8.A: Consider approval of the minutes from the Special meetings on June 8,15,16,22, Workshop on June 25 and Regular meeting on June 25. Presenter: Kristie Reeves, Superintendent and Board Secretary8.B: Consider approval of the 2026-2027 Shepherd ISD Student Code of Conduct. Presenter: Drew Escamilla, Assistant Superintendent of HR and Student Services Description: After a thorough review with the campus principals, the Student Code of Conduct has been prepared for Board review. This is not a legislative year, therefore there are no proposed changes to the Code of Conduct.8.C: Consider approval of the TTESS Timeline and Appraisers List for the 26-27 school year. Presenter: Drew Escamilla, Assistant Superintendent of HR and Student Services Description: ? Update for the 2026-2027 school year. ? It is recommended that the Board approve the TTESS Timeline and Approvers List8.D: Consider approval of the District and Campus Improvement Plans Updates for End of Year Presenter: Marjorie Pineda, Director of Teaching and Learning9: FINANCIAL CONSENT ITEMS9.A: Consider approval of the Quarterly/Annual Investment Report and review of the Investment Policy and Strategies Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.9.B: Consider approval of the School Nutrition Adult/Visitor Meal Prices for the 2026 Fiscal Year Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.9.C: Consider approval of Request for Proposal (RFP's) Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.9.C.1: Request for Proposal (RFP's) #2026-001 Academic Supplies, Equipment, & Services Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.9.C.2: Request for Proposal (RFP's) #2026-002 Auxiliary Supplies, Equipment, & Services Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.9.C.3: Request for Proposal (RFP's) #2026-003 Athletic Supplies, Equipment, & Services Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.10: DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION10.A: Discussion and Possible Action on the Resolution Approving Independent Sources for Investment Training and Designation of Investment Officers Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.10.B: Discussion and possible action to approve the 2026/2027 Compensation Plan. Presenter: Drew Escamilla, Assistant Superintendent of HR and Student Services Description: The New Compensation Plan for 2026-202710.C: Call for the Shepherd ISD Board of Trustee Election on November 3, 2026. Presenter: Kristie Reeves, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent and Board10.D: Consider appointing Cheri Walker as the Early Voting Clerk for the Shepherd ISD Board of Trustees Election on November 3, 2026. Presenter: Kristie Reeves, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent and Board11: ANNOUNCEMENTS11.A: Beginning of School Readiness Update Presenter: Drew Escamilla, Assistant Superintendent of HR and Student Services11.B: Next regularly scheduled meeting is on Thursday, August 20, 2026.12: ADJOURN2026-06-25 • REGULAR SESSION
SHEPHERD ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM2: OPENING ACTIVITIES2.A: Invocation2.B: Pledge - US / Texas3: PUBLIC COMMENT3.A: Open forum for comments from the public.4: PUBLIC HEARING4.A: Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Public Hearing Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.4.B: Public Notice of School Improvement Federal Program Presenter: Marjorie Pineda, Director of Teaching and Learning5: DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION5.A: Take action, if any, regarding Superintendent Search process.5.B: Consider and take possible action to name lone finalist for Superintendent position.6: REPORTS AND INFORMATION6.A: Conservator Report Presenter: Trish Hanks, TEA Conservator6.B: Monthly Financial Reports Presenter: JW Kirkham, CFO11: ANNOUNCEMENTS11.A: Next regularly scheduled meeting is on Thursday July 16, 2026 at 6:00pm.12: ADJOURN6.C: Report Only of Contracts for 2026-2027. Teachers, Nurses, Librarians, Counselors, and Administrators. Presenter: Drew Escamilla, Assistant Superintendent of HR and Student Services Description: Annually, contracts are recommended and approved by the Superintendent. Previously the Board voted to give the Superintendent the hiring authority over these employees. ? Chapter 21 of the Texas Education C7: GENERAL CONSENT ITEMS7.A: Consider approval of minutes from the regular meeting dated May 21, 2026. Presenter: Kristie Reeves, Superintendent and Board Secretary7.B: Consider applying for a low attendance waiver due to attendance on the day of May 11, 2026, due to a regional power outage. Presenter: Drew Escamilla, Assistant Superintendent of HR and Student Services Description: On May 11, 2026, there was a regional power outage that affected Shepherd ISD. Since Shepherd Independent School District (ISD) chose to have a delayed start on this date, we may be el8: FINANCIAL CONSENT ITEMS8.A: Consider approval of the Expenditures Greater Than $50k Presenter: JW Kirkham, CFO8.A.1: TASB Insurance Presenter: JW Kirkham, CFO8.A.2: Harris County Department of Education Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.8.B: Consider approval and extension of Request for Proposals (RFP's) Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.8.C: Approve the Principal, Assistant Principal (AP) and Campus Teaching Specialist (CTS) Compensation Band adjustments, discussed in the budget workshop, for the 2026-2027 school year aligning to Strategic Compensation criteria. Presenter: Kriste Davis, Regional Assistant Superintendent of Talent Description: See Compensation bands attached.9: DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION9.A: Discussion and possible action on Budget amendments as presented. Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.9.B: Discussion and possible action to take appropriate action regarding adoption of the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget. Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.9.C: Discussion and possible action of the Board for Micro Purchase Threshold Increase for Federal Funds. Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.10: CLOSED SESSION10.A: Name Lone Finalist - Consultation with legal counsel regarding issues related to employment of new superintendent, pursuant to Tex. Gov’t Code 551.071, 551.129.2026-06-25 • SPECIAL SESSION
SHEPHERD ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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1: CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM2: PUBLIC COMMENT2.A: Open Forum for Comments from the Public Description: All persons who address the Board at this time must complete a registration form before the meeting begins. Each speaker is limited to 5 minutes each. No action may be taken regarding the information received by the board. The topic must be placed on the agenda at a future meeting to receive deliberate action.3: WORKSHOP3.A: The board will conduct a budget workshop. Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.4: ADJOURN2026-06-22 • SPECIAL SESSION
SHEPHERD ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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1: CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM2: PUBLIC FORUM2.A: Open Forum for Comments from the Public Description: All persons who address the Board at this time must complete a registration form before the meeting begins. Each speaker is limited to 5 minutes each. No action may be taken regarding the information received by the board. The topic must be placed on the agenda at a future meeting to receive deliberate action.3: CLOSED SESSION3.A: Conduct interview(s) of applicant(s) for superintendent position, and consider and discuss same, pursuant to Tex. Gov’t Code 551.074.3.B: Consultation with legal counsel regarding issues related to employment of new superintendent, pursuant to Tex. Gov’t Code 551.071, 551.129.4: OPEN SESSION4.A: Take action, if any, regarding Superintendent Search process.4.B: Consider and take possible action to name lone finalist for Superintendent position.5: ADJOURN2026-06-16 • SPECIAL SESSION
SHEPHERD ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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1: CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM2: PUBLIC FORUM2.A: Open Forum for Comments from the Public Description: All persons who address the Board at this time must complete a registration form before the meeting begins. Each speaker is limited to 5 minutes each. No action may be taken regarding the information received by the board. The topic must be placed on the agenda at a future meeting to receive deliberate action.3: CLOSED SESSION3.A: Conduct interviews of applicants for superintendent position, and consider and discuss same, pursuant to Tex. Gov’t Code 551.074.3.B: Consultation with legal counsel regarding issues related to Superintendent Search process, pursuant to Tex. Gov’t Code 551.071, 551.129.4: OPEN SESSION4.A: Take action, if any, regarding Superintendent Search process.5: ADJOURN2026-06-15 • SPECIAL SESSION
SHEPHERD ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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1: CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM2: PUBLIC FORUM2.A: Open Forum for Comments from the Public Description: All persons who address the Board at this time must complete a registration form before the meeting begins. Each speaker is limited to 5 minutes each. No action may be taken regarding the information received by the board. The topic must be placed on the agenda at a future meeting to receive deliberate action.3: CLOSED SESSION3.A: Conduct interviews of applicants for superintendent position, and consider and discuss same, pursuant to Tex. Gov’t Code 551.074.3.B: Consultation with legal counsel regarding issues related to Superintendent Search process, pursuant to Tex. Gov’t Code 551.071, 551.129.4: OPEN SESSION4.A: Take action, if any, regarding Superintendent Search process.5: ADJOURN2026-06-08 • SPECIAL SESSION
SHEPHERD ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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1: CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM2: PUBLIC FORUM2.A: Open Forum for Comments from the Public Description: All persons who address the Board at this time must complete a registration form before the meeting begins. Each speaker is limited to 5 minutes each. No action may be taken regarding the information received by the board. The topic must be placed on the agenda at a future meeting to receive deliberate action.3: CLOSED SESSION3.A: Review, consider and discuss applicants for the superintendent position, pursuant to Tex. Gov’t Code 551.074.3.B: Consultation with legal counsel regarding issues related to the superintendent search process, pursuant to Tex. Gov’t Code 551.071, 551.129.4: OPEN SESSION4.A: Take action, if any, regarding Superintendent Search process.5: ADJOURN2026-05-21 • REGULAR SESSION
SHEPHERD ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM2: OPENING ACTIVITIES2.A: Invocation Presenter: Michael Nix, Dolen Baptist Church2.B: Pledge - US / Texas Presenter: Shepherd ISD JROTC and Color Guard3: PUBLIC FORUM3.A: Open forum for comments from the public.4: REPORTS AND INFORMATION4.A: Conservator Report Presenter: Trish Hanks, TEA Conservator4.A.1: MGT/ILO Presentation4.B: Leadership Team Report Presenter: Jason Hewitt, ED.D., Superintendent4.C: Monthly Financial Report for April 2026 Presenter: JW Kirkham, CFO4.D: Report Only of Contracts for 2026-2027. Teachers, Nurses, Librarians, Counselors, and Administrators. Presenter: Drew Escamilla, Assistant Superintendent of HR and Student Services Description: Annually, contracts are recommended and approved by the Superintendent. Previously the Board voted to give the Superintendent the hiring authority over these employees. ? Chapter 21 of the Texas Education C4.E: Strategic Compensation Update Presenter: Kriste Davis, Regional Assistant Superintendent of Talent Description: Presentation of the work that is being done in Shepherd ISD moving toward a Strategic Compensation plan and the potential impact on teacher recruitment and retention. (P2: 2.1.4)5: GENERAL CONSENT ITEMS5.A: Consider approval of minutes from the board workshop and the regular board meeting on April 16, 2026. Presenter: Kristie Reeves, Superintendent and Board Secretary5.B: Consider approval of Student Travel for the SHS FCCLA to the National Leadership Conference in Washington D.C. July 5-7, 2026. Presenter: Jason Hewitt, Ed.D., Superintendent6: FINANCIAL CONSENT ITEMS6.A: Consider approving the Budget Amendment as presented. Presenter: JW Kirkham, CFO7: DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION7.A: Consider approval of the Sanitary Control Easement on the south-west corner of the property by the Little League baseball fields, 10351 TX-150, Shepherd, TX. Presenter: Jason Hewitt, Ed.D., Superintendent7.B: Discussion and action of termination of the Consulting Services Agreement between EDpact, L.L.C, and the Shepherd Independent School District dated February 10, 2026 (“Agreement”). Presenter: Jason Hewitt, Ed.D., Superintendent7.C: Discussion and Action to approve the Expenditure(s) Greater than $100,000 - MGT / ILO Presenter: JW Kirkham, CFO7.D: Discussion and possible action to approve the revisions to the existing 2025/2026 Compensation Plan. Presenter: Drew Escamilla Assistant Superintendent of HR and Student Services Description: See page 6, 7 & 9 Proposed changes marked in yellow. ? Adjustment to Positions of Aide-Library & Communications to a District level and Adding Admin Assistant to Child Nutrition, District Math Specialist ? Ad7.E: Discussion and possible action to approve adjustments to the 2026-2027 Compensation Plan. Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.8: ANNOUNCEMENTS8.A: Next regularly scheduled meeting is on Thursday, June 25, 2026.9: ADJOURN2026-04-16 • REGULAR SESSION
SHEPHERD ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM2: OPENING ACTIVITIES2.A: Invocation Presenter: Chester Holloway, First Baptist Church Shepherd2.B: Pledge - US / Texas Presenter: Shepherd ISD JROTC and Color Guard2.C: Staff Recognition Presenter: Erin Goad, District Librarian and Communication Specialist2.D: Student Recognition Presenter: Erin Goad, District Librarian and Communication Specialist3: PUBLIC FORUM3.A: Open forum for comments from the public.4: REPORTS AND INFORMATION4.A: Conservator Report Presenter: Trish Hanks, TEA Conservator4.B: Leadership Team Report Presenter: Jason Hewitt, ED.D., Superintendent4.C: Monthly Financial Report for March 2026 Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.4.D: Report Only of Contract Renewals/New hires for 2026-2027. Presenter: Drew Escamilla, Assistant Superintendent of HR and Student Services Description: Annually, contracts are recommended and approved by the Superintendent. Previously the Board voted to give the Superintendent the hiring authority over these employees. ? Chapter 21 of the Texas Education Code (TEC) requires specific full-time profes5: GENERAL CONSENT ITEMS5.A: Consider approval of minutes from the regular meeting on March 26, 2026 and the special meeting on April 2, 2026. Presenter: Kristie Reeves, Superintendent and Board Secretary5.B: Consider continuation with Conroe ISD as Regional Day School for Deaf Shared Service Arrangement. Presenter: Shelley Hortman, Director of Special Education Description: Shepherd ISD students with Deaf/Hard of Hearing impairments may require services to help them access their education that Shepherd ISD is unable to provide. Services may include audiological services and on occasion we may have a s6: FINANCIAL CONSENT ITEMS6.A: Consider approving the Quarterly Investment Report and review of the Investment Policy and Strategy. Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.6.B: Consider approving the Budget Amendment as presented. Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.6.C: Consider Approval of Expenditure(s) Greater than $100,000 - ED Pact Presenter: J.W. Kirkham, C.F.O.7: DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION7.A: Discussion and possible action to approve the Principal, Assistant Principal (AP) and Campus Teaching Specialist (CTS) Compensation Bands for the 2026-2027 school year aligning to Strategic Compensation criteria. Presenter: Kriste Davis, Regional Assistant Superintendent of Talent Description: See Compensation bands attached.7.B: Consider, Discuss, and Take Appropriate Action on Resolution Regarding Seat Belt Requirements Presenter: Drew Escamilla, Assistant Superintendent of HR and Student Services and Jamie Hendrix Transportation Coordinator of Transportation Description: All school buses must be equipped with 3-point seat belts by September 1, 2029 ? A Texas school bus safety law that moves the state toward 3-point seat8: CLOSED SESSION8.A: 551.074 Discussing personnel or to hear complaints against personnel9: ANNOUNCEMENTS9.A: The next regularly scheduled meeting is on May 21 @ 6:00pm.10: ADJOURN2026-04-16 • SPECIAL SESSION
SHEPHERD ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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1: CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM2: PUBLIC COMMENT2.A: Open Forum for Comments from the Public Description: All persons who address the Board at this time must complete a registration form before the meeting begins. Each speaker is limited to 5 minutes each. No action may be taken regarding the information received by the board. The topic must be placed on the agenda at a future meeting to receive deliberate action.3: WORKSHOP3.A: Board will conduct workshop on strategic compensation and budget priority4: ADJOURN2026-04-13 • SPECIAL SESSION
SHEPHERD ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from SHEPHERD ISD BoardBook public portal.
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1: CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM2: PUBLIC COMMENT2.A: Open Forum for Comments from the Public Description: All persons who address the Board at this time must complete a registration form before the meeting begins. Each speaker is limited to 5 minutes each. No action may be taken regarding the information received by the board. The topic must be placed on the agenda at a future meeting to receive deliberate action.3: CLOSED SESSION3.A: Texas Government Code 551.071, 551.129 Attorney consultation regarding legal issues related to Superintendent search and related matters.3.B: Texas Government Code 551.074, consider and discuss superintendent transition.4: DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION4.A: Consider and take possible action regarding superintendent search and related matters.5: ANNOUNCEMENTS5.A: Next regularly scheduled meeting is on April 16 at 6:00pm.6: ADJOURN2026-03-16 • REGULAR SESSION
SHEPHERD 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 Contracts7: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion6: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate2026-02-16 • REGULAR SESSION
SHEPHERD ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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5: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings7: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments1: 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 Estimate2026-01-19 • REGULAR SESSION
SHEPHERD ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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6: Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation1: 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 Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings2025-12-15 • REGULAR SESSION
SHEPHERD ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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6: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners5: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings1: 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 Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings2025-11-17 • REGULAR SESSION
SHEPHERD ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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7: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings1: 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 Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls2025-10-20 • REGULAR SESSION
SHEPHERD ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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5: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings1: 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 Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts6: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders2025-09-15 • REGULAR SESSION
SHEPHERD ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls5: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings1: 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 Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders2025-08-18 • REGULAR SESSION
SHEPHERD ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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6: Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate1: 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 Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls2025-07-21 • REGULAR SESSION
SHEPHERD ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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5: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls1: 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 Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts