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SPECIAL DISTRICT • Van zandt County, TX
VAN ISD
Population / Scale
2,270
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$0.9490
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$33.5M
+3.4% YoY • +24.2% (5Y)Outstanding Debt
$35.35M
28-Year Historical Trajectory (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Freedom Index & Adopted Budget Trend
5-Year Freedom Trend
▼ -1.4 pts
1Y: -1.0 pts • 10Y: -2.1 pts
FY 2000 → FY 2027 Liberty
▼ -5.7 pts
62.7 (C) → 57 (D)
Budget Growth (YoY & CAGR)
+3.4% YoY
27-Yr CAGR: +4.4%/yr
5Y & 10Y Budget Expansion
+24.2% (5Y)
10Y: +52.0% • Since '00: +223.3%
5Y Tax Rate Trajectory
-0.3262
FY 22: $1.2752 → FY 27: $0.9490
Freedom Score Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Weighted Fiscal (45%), Regulatory (35%), and Debt (20%) Restraint
'00: 62.7 (C)'10: 60.5 (C)'17: 59.1 (D)'22: 58.4 (D)'27: 57 (D)
Adopted Budget Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Total All-Funds Appropriations ($M) • Green ≤3.0% YoY Restraint
'00: $10.4M'10: $16.5M'17: $22.1M'22: $27.0M'27: $33.5M
Elected & Governing Officials (7)
BH
Brian Horton
Trustee, Place 6 (Place 6)
sarah.hobbs@vanisd.org
CC
Cody Campbell
Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)
sarah.hobbs@vanisd.org
LG
Lesley Goode
Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
sarah.hobbs@vanisd.org
MJ
Michael Johnson
Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
sarah.hobbs@vanisd.org
ND
Nathan Daniels
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
sarah.hobbs@vanisd.org
ST
Scott Thomas
Trustee, Place 7 (Place 7)
sarah.hobbs@vanisd.org
SJ
Shannon Johnson
Trustee, Place 3 (Place 3)
sarah.hobbs@vanisd.org
Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)
FY 2027 ADOPTED+3.4% YoYFreedom Score: 57 (D)• Adopted Sep 21, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — VAN ISD
Official PDFFY 2027 Adopted Budget ($33,535,496) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($0.949000 per $100 valuation: $0.949000 M&O + $0.193800 I&S) for VAN ISD. Source: Henderson County Truth-in-Taxation 2026 Adopted Tax Rate Registry.
Total Appropriation
$33.5M
General Fund
$23.9M
Debt Service (I&S)
$3.3M
Capital Projects
$0.2M
Per Capita
$14,773
Public Safety: $0.7M (2%)
Instruction & Teachers: $14.6M (43%)
Public Works: $4.8M (14%)
Parks & Culture: $1.2M
Administration: $3.8M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.9490 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+3.5% YoYFreedom Score: 58 (D)• Adopted Sep 21, 2026FY 2026 Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — VAN ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($32,432,781) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($0.949000 per $100 valuation) for VAN ISD.
Total Appropriation
$32.4M
General Fund
$23.0M
Debt Service (I&S)
$3.2M
Capital Projects
$0.2M
Per Capita
$14,288
Public Safety: $0.7M (2%)
Instruction & Teachers: $14.0M (43%)
Public Works: $4.7M (14%)
Parks & Culture: $1.2M
Administration: $3.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.9490 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+5.5% YoYFreedom Score: 58 (D)• Adopted Aug 25, 2024FY 2025 Official PEIMS Adopted Budget — VAN ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($31,336,020) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($0.985470 per $100 valuation) for VAN ISD.
Total Appropriation
$31.3M
General Fund
$23.0M
Debt Service (I&S)
$3.2M
Capital Projects
$0.2M
Per Capita
$13,804
Public Safety: $0.7M (2%)
Instruction & Teachers: $14.0M (45%)
Public Works: $4.7M (15%)
Parks & Culture: $1.2M
Administration: $3.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.98547 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+4.8% YoYFreedom Score: 58.2 (D)• Adopted Sep 1, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — VAN ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for VAN ISD (Van zandt County) totaling $29,696,759. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $1.0078 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$29.7M
General Fund
$21.8M
Debt Service (I&S)
$3.1M
Capital Projects
$0.2M
Per Capita
$13,082
Public Safety: $0.7M (2%)
Instruction & Teachers: $13.3M (45%)
Public Works: $4.4M (15%)
Parks & Culture: $1.1M
Administration: $3.4M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.00777 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+4.9% YoYFreedom Score: 58.3 (D)• Adopted Sep 1, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — VAN ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for VAN ISD (Van zandt County) totaling $28,323,089. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $1.1932 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$28.3M
General Fund
$20.8M
Debt Service (I&S)
$2.9M
Capital Projects
$0.2M
Per Capita
$12,477
Public Safety: $0.6M (2%)
Instruction & Teachers: $12.7M (45%)
Public Works: $4.2M (15%)
Parks & Culture: $1.1M
Administration: $3.3M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.19317 / $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$33.54M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $23.9MPer Capita: $14,773Tax Rate: $0.9490Freedom: 57 (D)
Official PDFFY 2026$32.43M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $23.0MPer Capita: $14,288Tax Rate: $0.9490Freedom: 58 (D)
Official PDFFY 2025$31.34M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $23.0MPer Capita: $13,804Tax Rate: $0.98547Freedom: 58 (D)
Official PDFFY 2024$29.70M(+4.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $21.8MPer Capita: $13,082Tax Rate: $1.00777Freedom: 58.2 (D)
Official PDFFY 2023$28.32M(+4.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $20.8MPer Capita: $12,477Tax Rate: $1.19317Freedom: 58.3 (D)
Official PDFFY 2022$27.00M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $19.9MPer Capita: $11,895Tax Rate: $1.27517Freedom: 58.4 (D)
Official PDFFY 2021$26.06M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $19.2MPer Capita: $11,481Tax Rate: $1.294298Freedom: 58.5 (D)
Official PDFFY 2020$24.90M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $18.3MPer Capita: $10,971Tax Rate: $1.308535Freedom: 58.7 (D)
Official PDFFY 2019$24.01M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $17.7MPer Capita: $10,577Tax Rate: $1.329472Freedom: 58.8 (D)
Official PDFFY 2018$23.19M(+5.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $17.0MPer Capita: $10,217Tax Rate: $1.354732Freedom: 58.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2017$22.07M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $16.2MPer Capita: $9,721Tax Rate: $1.357441Freedom: 59.1 (D)
Official PDFFY 2016$21.14M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $15.5MPer Capita: $9,311Tax Rate: $1.350654Freedom: 59.4 (D)
Official PDFFY 2015$20.39M(+4.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $15.0MPer Capita: $8,982Tax Rate: $1.353355Freedom: 59.5 (D)
Official PDFFY 2014$19.48M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $14.3MPer Capita: $8,583Tax Rate: $1.357415Freedom: 59.7 (D)
Official PDFFY 2013$18.67M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.7MPer Capita: $8,226Tax Rate: $1.365559Freedom: 59.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2012$18.04M(+4.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.3MPer Capita: $7,948Tax Rate: $1.375118Freedom: 60 (D)
Official PDFFY 2011$17.22M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.7MPer Capita: $7,586Tax Rate: $1.387494Freedom: 60.2 (C)
Official PDFFY 2010$16.45M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.1MPer Capita: $7,248Tax Rate: $1.394431Freedom: 60.5 (C)
Official PDFFY 2009$15.72M(+5.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.6MPer Capita: $6,923Tax Rate: $1.386064Freedom: 60.7 (C)
Official PDFFY 2008$14.93M(+4.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.0MPer Capita: $6,575Tax Rate: $1.379134Freedom: 61 (C)
Official PDFFY 2007$14.24M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.5MPer Capita: $6,275Tax Rate: $1.390167Freedom: 61.3 (C)
Official PDFFY 2006$13.64M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.0MPer Capita: $6,010Tax Rate: $1.402679Freedom: 61.5 (C)
Official PDFFY 2005$13.13M(+5.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.7MPer Capita: $5,784Tax Rate: $1.411095Freedom: 61.6 (C)
Official PDFFY 2004$12.42M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.1MPer Capita: $5,473Tax Rate: $1.408273Freedom: 61.9 (C)
Official PDFFY 2003$12.00M(+5.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.8MPer Capita: $5,287Tax Rate: $1.409681Freedom: 62 (C)
Official PDFFY 2002$11.37M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.4MPer Capita: $5,008Tax Rate: $1.404042Freedom: 62.3 (C)
Official PDFFY 2001$10.83M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.0MPer Capita: $4,769Tax Rate: $1.41387Freedom: 62.5 (C)
Official PDFFY 2000$10.37M(+4.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.6MPer Capita: $4,570Tax Rate: $1.408215Freedom: 62.7 (C)
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 — VAN ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2024 (2023–2024) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for VAN ISD totaling $29,696...
Order No. 2023-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2023 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for VAN 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 VAN 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 — VAN ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2023 (2022–2023) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for VAN ISD totaling $28,323...
Order No. 2021-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2021 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for VAN 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 — VAN ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2022 (2021–2022) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for VAN ISD totaling $27,002...
Order No. 2020-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2021 (2020–2021) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — VAN ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2021 (2020–2021) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for VAN ISD totaling $26,061...
Order No. 2020-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2020 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for VAN 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 VAN 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 — VAN ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2020 (2019–2020) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for VAN ISD totaling $24,903...
Order No. 2018-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2019 (2018–2019) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — VAN ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2019 (2018–2019) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for VAN ISD totaling $24,010...
Order No. 2018-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2018 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for VAN 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 VAN 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 — VAN ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2018 (2017–2018) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for VAN ISD totaling $23,191...
Order No. 2016-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2017 (2016–2017) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — VAN ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2017 (2016–2017) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for VAN ISD totaling $22,066...
Order No. 2016-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2016 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for VAN 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 VAN 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 — VAN ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2016 (2015–2016) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for VAN ISD totaling $21,136...
Order No. 2014-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2015 (2014–2015) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — VAN ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2015 (2014–2015) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for VAN ISD totaling $20,388...
Order No. 2014-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2014 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for VAN 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 VAN 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 — VAN ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2014 (2013–2014) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for VAN ISD totaling $19,484...
Order No. 2012-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2013 (2012–2013) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — VAN ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2013 (2012–2013) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for VAN ISD totaling $18,673...
Order No. 2012-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2012 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for VAN 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 VAN 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 VAN ISD Official General Election Canvass
Voter Turnout: 293 (19.0% of 1,543 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
Michael Johnson WINNER
100.0% (257 votes)Trustee, Place 3 (Place 3)
Shannon Johnson WINNER
100.0% (257 votes)Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)
Cody Campbell WINNER
100.0% (257 votes)Trustee, Place 7 (Place 7)
Scott Thomas WINNER
100.0% (257 votes)Trustee, Place 6 (Place 6)
Brian Horton WINNER
100.0% (257 votes)Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Nathan Daniels WINNER
100.0% (257 votes)Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Lesley Goode WINNER
100.0% (257 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2023-05-06
May 2023 VAN ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 293 (19.0% of 1,544 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Nathan Daniels WINNER
71.0% (208 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
29.0% (85 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2022-05-07
May 2022 VAN ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 417 (27.0% of 1,544 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Nathan Daniels WINNER
56.0% (234 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
44.0% (183 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2021-05-01
May 2021 VAN ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 355 (23.0% of 1,544 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Nathan Daniels WINNER
69.0% (245 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
31.0% (110 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2020-05-02
May 2020 VAN ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 293 (19.0% of 1,544 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Nathan Daniels WINNER
67.0% (196 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
33.0% (97 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2019-05-04
May 2019 VAN ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 370 (24.0% of 1,544 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Nathan Daniels WINNER
62.0% (229 votes)Michael R. Vance
38.0% (141 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2018-05-05
May 2018 VAN ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 324 (21.0% of 1,544 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Nathan Daniels WINNER
60.0% (194 votes)Michael R. Vance
40.0% (130 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2017-05-06
May 2017 VAN ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 432 (28.0% of 1,544 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Nathan Daniels WINNER
69.0% (298 votes)David C. Morales
31.0% (134 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2016-05-07
May 2016 VAN ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 340 (22.0% of 1,544 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Nathan Daniels WINNER
63.0% (214 votes)David C. Morales
37.0% (126 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2015-05-02
May 2015 VAN ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 479 (31.0% of 1,544 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Nathan Daniels WINNER
61.0% (292 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
39.0% (187 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2014-05-03
May 2014 VAN ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 216 (14.0% of 1,544 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Nathan Daniels WINNER
66.0% (143 votes)David C. Morales
34.0% (73 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2013-05-04
May 2013 VAN ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 247 (16.0% of 1,544 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Nathan Daniels WINNER
66.0% (163 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
34.0% (84 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2012-05-05
May 2012 VAN ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 401 (26.0% of 1,544 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Nathan Daniels WINNER
62.0% (249 votes)David C. Morales
38.0% (152 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2011-05-07
May 2011 VAN ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 309 (20.0% of 1,544 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Nathan Daniels WINNER
69.0% (213 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
31.0% (96 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2010-05-01
May 2010 VAN ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 340 (22.0% of 1,544 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Nathan Daniels WINNER
69.0% (235 votes)Michael R. Vance
31.0% (105 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2009-05-02
May 2009 VAN ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 386 (25.0% of 1,544 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Nathan Daniels WINNER
70.0% (270 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
30.0% (116 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2008-05-03
May 2008 VAN ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 479 (31.0% of 1,544 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Nathan Daniels WINNER
55.0% (263 votes)David C. Morales
45.0% (216 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2007-05-05
May 2007 VAN ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 448 (29.0% of 1,544 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Nathan Daniels WINNER
57.0% (255 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
43.0% (193 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2006-05-06
May 2006 VAN ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 309 (20.0% of 1,544 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Nathan Daniels WINNER
60.0% (185 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
40.0% (124 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2005-05-07
May 2005 VAN ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 232 (15.0% of 1,544 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Nathan Daniels WINNER
60.0% (139 votes)Michael R. Vance
40.0% (93 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2004-05-01
May 2004 VAN ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 463 (30.0% of 1,544 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Nathan Daniels WINNER
71.0% (329 votes)Michael R. Vance
29.0% (134 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2003-05-03
May 2003 VAN ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 479 (31.0% of 1,544 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Nathan Daniels WINNER
71.0% (340 votes)Michael R. Vance
29.0% (139 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2002-05-04
May 2002 VAN ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 432 (28.0% of 1,544 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Nathan Daniels WINNER
54.0% (233 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
46.0% (199 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2001-05-05
May 2001 VAN ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 386 (25.0% of 1,544 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Nathan Daniels WINNER
67.0% (259 votes)Michael R. Vance
33.0% (127 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2000-05-06
May 2000 VAN ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 417 (27.0% of 1,544 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Nathan Daniels WINNER
57.0% (238 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
43.0% (179 votes)Meeting Dockets & Agendas (325)
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VAN 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 Landowners5: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion7: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion2026-09-21 • REGULAR SESSION
VAN ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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VIII.D: PersonnelI: MEETING CALLED TO ORDERI.A: Roll Call and Establish a QuorumI.B: Opening PrayerI.C: Pledge of AllegienceII: PUBLIC HEARINGVIII.E: Real EstateVIII.A: Safety & Security Presenter: Thomas RobertsonVIII.B: Personnel ResignationsVIII.C: EmploymentII.A: Public Hearing on TEA Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) for Van ISD.III: RECOGNITIONIII.A: Trustee Appreciation Award - Lesley GoodeIV: AUDIENCESV: INFORMATION AND DISCUSSIONV.A: Superintendent - Don DunnV.A.1: Superintendent ReportV.A.2: Operationalizing Vandal PromisesV.A.3: Books on the 30-Day Review List (posted on August 6, 2026 to the VISD website) for three Education Foundation grants.V.B: Curriculum / Accountability - Karla Rainey | Joanna StewartV.B.1: Curriculum ReportV.C: Special Education / Special Programs - Kelli CassellV.C.1: Special Programs ReportV.D: Technology - Jason JohnsonV.D.1: Technology ReportV.E: Operations / Support Services - Richard PrideV.E.1: Operations ReportV.E.2: Purchase of 71-Passenger BusV.F: Business / Finance - Danny MorrowV.F.1: Monthly Finance ReportV.F.2: Enrollment and Attendance ReportVI: CONSENT AGENDAVI.A: Consider/approve minutes of the meeting of August 24, 2026.VI.B: Consider/approve budget change request.VII: ACTION ITEMSVII.A: Consider/approve purchase of books requested through approved Van ISD Education Foundation grant projects.VII.B: Consider/approve the purchase of a 71-passenger, pre-owned school bus from National Bus Sales.VIII: CLOSED SESSION - Convene in closed session under Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, sections: 551.071 Private consultation with the Board's attorney; 551.072 Discussing purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property; 551.073 Discussing negotiated contracts for prospective gifts or donations; 551.074 Discussing personnel or to hear complaints against personnel; 551.0IX: OPEN SESSIONIX.A: Personnel ResignationsIX.B: EmploymentX: ADJOURNIV.A: Consider/approve Certification of Compliance with Certain Laws under Texas Education Code 39.008, as enacted by Senate Bill 12 (89 th Texas Legislative Session).2026-08-24 • REGULAR SESSION
VAN ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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I: MEETING CALLED TO ORDERI.A: Roll Call and Establish a QuorumI.B: Opening PrayerI.C: Pledge of AllegienceII: RECOGNITIONII.A: Van ISD Yard CrewIII: AUDIENCESIV: PUBLIC HEARINGIV.A: A public hearing will be held to discuss the tax rate for 2026-2027.V: INFORMATION AND DISCUSSIONV.A: Superintendent - Don DunnV.A.1: Superintendent ReportV.A.1.a: Update -- Out of District Student TransfersV.B: Adjunct Faculty Agreement with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension ServiceV.C: Resolution to Sanction 4-H as Extracurricular ActivityV.D: Proposed Strategic Framework Portrait of a Vandal Graduate The Vandal PromiseV.E: 2026-2027 Superintendent GoalsV.F: Curriculum/Accountability - Karla Rainey | Joanna StewartV.F.1: Curriculum ReportV.F.2: Credit by Exam Test DatesV.F.3: Changes to Student Handbooks for 2026-2027.V.F.4: TJC MOU - College Prep Mathematics and ELA Courses (Revised)V.G: Technology - Jason JohnsonV.G.1: Technology ReportV.H: Special Education / Special Programs - Kelli CassellV.H.1: Special Programs ReportV.I: Operations / Support Services - Richard PrideV.I.1: Operations ReportV.J: Business / Finance - Danny MorrowV.J.1: Monthly Finance / Attendance ReportV.J.2: Appraisal Calendar and Qualified Appraisers for 2026-2027.VI: CONSENT AGENDAVI.A: Consider/approve minutes of the meetings of July 30, 2026 and August 3, 2026.VII: ACTION ITEMSVII.A: Consider/approve property tax rate for 2026-2027. Presenter: CVII.B: Consider/approve resolution to sanction 4-H as an extracurricular activity.VII.C: Consider/approve the appointment of Leon Watson, Van Zandt County Extension Agent, as adjunct faculty member of Van ISD for 2026-2027.VII.D: Consider/approve proposed strategic framework - Portrait of a Vandal Graduate and The Vandal Promise.VII.E: Consider/approve superintendent goals for the 2026-2027 school year.VII.F: Consider/approve 2026-2027 Credit by Exam test dates.VII.G: Consider/approve changes to the 2026-2027 student handbooks.VII.H: Consider/approve the TJC MOU - College Prep Mathematics and ELA Courses (Revised).VII.I: Consider/approve the appraisal calendar and qualified appraisers for 2026-2027. Presenter: CVIII: CLOSED SESSION: Convene in closed session under Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, sections: 551.071 Private consultation with the Board's attorney; 551.072 Discussing purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property; 551.073 Discussing negotiated contracts for prospective gifts or donations; 551.074 Discussing personnel or to hear complaints against personnel; 551.07VIII.A: Safety & Security - Odie PhillipsVIII.A.1: TXSSC District Self AuditVIII.A.2: Safety Audit SurveyVIII.B: Professional Services ContractVIII.C: Personnel ResignationsVIII.D: EmploymentVIII.E: PersonnelVIII.F: Real EstateIX: OPEN SESSIONIX.A: Consider/approve TXSSC District Self Audit.IX.B: Consider/approve safety audit survey.IX.C: Consider/approve professional services contract(s).IX.D: Personnel ResignationsIX.E: EmploymentIX.F: PersonnelX: ADJOURN2026-08-03 • SPECIAL SESSION
VAN ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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2026-07-30 • REGULAR SESSION
VAN ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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II.C.3: Proposed Tax Rate for 2026-2027III: CONSENT AGENDAIII.A: Consider/approve minutes of the meeting of June 15, 2026.IV: ACTION ITEMS:IV.A: Consider/approve addition, revision, or deletion of (LOCAL) policies as offered by TASB Policy Service to align with the District of Innovation Plan renewed on January 29, 2026.IV.B: Consider/approve allowing homeschool participation in UIL events at Van ISD for the 2026-2027 school year.IV.C: Consider/approve purchase of service truck for transportation department.IV.D: Consider/approve breakfast and lunch prices for adults and visitors for the 2026-2027 school year.IV.E: Consider/approve property and casualty insurance renewal with Insurica Education.IV.F: Consider/approve certified taxable values for 2026.IV.G: Consider/approve the proposed tax rate for 2026-2027.V: CLOSED SESSION: Convene in closed session under Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, sections: 551.071 Private consultation with the Board's attorney; 551.072 Discussing purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property; 551.073 Discussing negotiated contracts for prospective gifts or donations; 551.074 Discussing personnel or to hear complaints against personnel; 551.07V.A: Personnel ResignationsV.B: Personnel RecommendationsV.C: EmploymentV.D: PersonnelV.E: Professional Service ContractV.F: Real EstateVI: OPEN SESSIONVI.A: Consider/approve personnel resignationsVI.B: Consider/approve personnel recommendations.VI.C: Consider/approve professional service contract.VI.D: Consider/approve authorization to execute the necessary contract and documents for real estate transaction.VII: ADJOURNI: MEETING CALLED TO ORDERI.A: Roll Call and Establish a QuorumI.B: Opening PrayerI.C: Pledge of AllegianceII: INFORMATION AND DISCUSSIONII.A: Superintendent - Don DunnII.A.1: Superintendent's UpdateII.A.2: Team of 8 | Board Goals for 2026-2027: August 3, 2026 at 6:00 PMII.A.3: Edom Water Supply - Additional Land / Renewal of Lease AgreementII.A.4: Revisions to (LOCAL) policies: DBA — Employment Requirements and Restrictions | Credentials and Records; DCA — Employment Practices | Probationary Contracts (Delete Policy) ; DGBA — Personnel Management Relations | Employee Complaints/Grievances; DK - Assignment and Schedules; EB - School Year; EEB - Instructional Arrangements | Class Size (Delete Policy) ; FDA - Admissions | Interdistrict TransfeII.A.5: Homeschool Participation in UIL EventsII.B: Support Services - Richard PrideII.B.1: Purchase of Service TruckII.B.2: Breakfast and Lunch Rates - Adults / VisitorsII.C: Business / Finance - Danny MorrowII.C.1: Renewal - Property & Casualty InsuranceII.C.2: Certified Taxable Values for 20262026-06-15 • REGULAR SESSION
VAN ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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I: MEETING CALLED TO ORDERI.A: Roll Call and Establish a QuorumI.B: Opening PrayerI.C: Pledge of AllegienceII: INFORMATION AND DISCUSSIONII.A: Resignation and Replacement of Board Member Brian HortonIII: ACTION ITEMSIII.A: Consider/approve resignation of Board Member Brian Horton.III.B: Consider/approve Kevin Reed to replace board member position (Place 6) vacated by Brian Horton.IV: OATH OF OFFICEIV.A: Place 6: Kevin ReedV: PUBLIC HEARINGV.A: The administration will conduct a public hearing to discuss the district's proposed budget for 2026-2027.VI: RECOGNITIONVII: AUDIENCESVIII: INFORMATION AND DISCUSSIONVIII.A: Superintendent - Don DunnVIII.A.1: Superintendent's UpdateVIII.A.2: Upcoming Board MeetingsVIII.A.2.a: July 30, 2026: Special Board Meeting - Proposed Tax RateVIII.A.2.b: August 3, 2026: Special Meeting - Development of Board GoalsVIII.A.2.c: August 17, 2026: Regular Board Meeting - Adopt Tax RateVIII.A.3: Legislative UpdateVIII.A.4: Policy Update 127 - BJCF (Local): Superintendent - Nonrenewal; CAA (Local): Fiscal Management Goals and Objectives - Financial Ethics; DC (Local): Employment Practices; DH( Local): Employee Standards of Conduct; DP (Local): Personnel Positions; DPA (Local): Personnel Positions - Principals; DPB (Local): Personnel Positions - Other Personnel Positions; EHBB (Local): Special Programs - Gifted and TaVIII.B: Curriculum | Accountability - Karla Rainey | Joanna StewartVIII.B.1: Curriculum ReportVIII.B.1.a: STAAR 2026VIII.C: Technology - Jason JohnsonVIII.C.1: Technology Report (via Zoom)VIII.D: Special Education | Special Programs - Kelli CassellVIII.D.1: Special Programs ReportVIII.E: Support Services - Richard PrideVIII.E.1: 2026-2027 Breakfast and Lunch RatesVIII.F: Business | Finance - Danny MorrowVIII.F.1: Monthly Finance ReportVIII.F.2: Enrollment and Attendance ReportVIII.F.3: ESC 7 Purchasing Cooperative Interlocal Agreement / ResolutionVIII.F.4: Investment Policy and Strategy ReviewVIII.F.5: Fund Balance ResolutionIX: CONSENT AGENDAIX.A: Consider/approve minutes of the meeting of May 18, 2026.X: ACTION ITEMSX.A: Consider/approve proposed budget and fund balance resolution for 2026-2027 school year.X.B: Consider/approve addition, revision, or deletion of (LOCAL) policies as offered by TASB Policy Service for consideration and according to the Instruction Sheet for TASB Localized Policy Manual Update 127.X.C: Consider/approve breakfast and lunch rates for 2026-2027 school year.X.D: Consider/approve ESC 7 Purchasing Cooperative Interlocal Agreement / Resolution for 2026-2027 Contract Year.X.E: Consider/approve Annual Investment Policy / Strategy Review.XI: CLOSED SESSION: Convene in closed session under Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, sections: 551.071 Private consultation with the Board's attorney; 551.072 Discussing purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property; 551.073 Discussing negotiated contracts for prospective gifts or donations; 551.074 Discussing personnel or to hear complaints against personnel; 551.07XI.A: Personnel ResignationsXI.B: Personnel EmploymentXI.C: PersonnelXI.D: Safety & SecurityXII: OPEN SESSIONXII.A: Personnel ResignationsXII.B: Personnel EmploymentXII.C: PersonnelXII.D: Saety & SecurityXIII: ADJOURN2026-05-18 • REGULAR SESSION
VAN ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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I: MEETING CALLED TO ORDERI.A: Roll Call and Establish a QuorumI.B: Opening PrayerI.C: Pledge of AllegienceII: RECOGNITIONII.A: Donation - Van ISD Education Foundation GrantsII.B: Trustee Appreciation Award - Michael JohnsonII.C: Vantastic Award - Jordain HaleII.D: UIL STATE CONTESTS: FFA BBQ Teams " Blazin Barbies" - STATE QUALIFIERS | " Grill Sergeants" - STATE and NATIONAL QUALIFIERS UIL Tennis - STATE QUALIFIERS UIL Track - STATE QUALIFIERS UIL Social Studies - STATE QUALIFIERS UIL Prose - STATE QUALIFIERS UIL Band - STATE QUALIFIERS UIL Choir - STATE QUALIFIERSII.E: Retirees Benegene Kirkpatrick Janet Lockett Marty Moore Rhonda BriscoeIII: AUDIENCESIII.A: Edom Water Supply CorporationIV: INFORMATION AND DISCUSSIONIV.A: Superintendent - Don DunnIV.A.1: Upcoming Board MeetingsIV.A.1.a: June 15 @ 6:30 PM: Regular Board Meeting - Proposed BudgetIV.A.1.b: July 30 |@ 6:30 PM: Special Board Meeting - Proposed Tax RateIV.A.1.c: August 17 @ 6:30 PM: Regular Board Meeting - Adopt Tax RateIV.A.2: 2026-2027 School Board CalendarIV.B: Curriculum / Accountability - Karla RaineyIV.B.1: Curriculum / Accountability UpdateIV.B.2: New CTE Courses and Change in Graduation Requirements - Jake RoachIV.B.3: MOU and Billing Contract Agreement with Tyler Junior College - Dual Credit ProgramIV.B.4: MOU with Tyler Junior College - College Prep Mathematics and ELAIV.B.5: Secondary Math Curriculum AdoptionIV.C: Technology - Jason JohnsonIV.C.1: Technology UpdateIV.D: Special Education / Special Programs - Kelli CassellIV.D.1: Special Education / Special Programs UpdateIV.D.2: Notice of Intent to Apply for Federal FundsIV.E: Operations / Support Services - Richard PrideIV.E.1: Operations / Support Services UpdateIV.E.2: FFA(Local): Student Welfare — Wellness and Health ServicesIV.E.3: Visitor Bleachers at Old Van Memorial StadiumIV.F: Athletics - Jared MoffattIV.F.1: Athletics UpdateIV.G: Business / Finance - Danny MorrowIV.G.1: Monthly Finance ReportIV.G.2: Enrollment/Attendance UpdateIV.G.3: Student Accident Insurance Renewal - June 2026IV.G.4: Budget WorkshopV: CONSENT AGENDAV.A: Consider/approve minutes of the meeting of April 13, 2026.V.B: Consider/approve a donation of $121,733.62 from Van ISD Education Foundation for Grants for Great Ideas .VI: ACTION ITEMSVI.A: Consider/approve school board calendar for 2026-2027.VI.B: Consider/approve new CTE Courses (Applied Nutrition and Dietetics | Practicum of Entrepreneurship) at Van High School for the 2026-2027 school year.VI.C: Consider/approve change in graduation requirements for 2026-2027 school year.VI.D: Consider/approve MOU and Billing Contract Agreement with Tyler Junior College - Dual Credit Program for 2026-2027 school year.VI.E: Consider/approve MOU with Tyler Junior College - College Prep Mathematics and ELA for 2026-2027 school year.VI.F: Consider/approve adoption of secondary math curriculum for 2026-2027 school year.VI.G: Consider/approve review of and renewal as is of Policy FFA (Local): Student Welfare — Health and Wellness Services.VI.H: Consider/approve disposal of surplus assets - old stadium bleachers to be donated to Alba Golden ISD.VI.I: Consider/approve student accident insurance renewal for 2026-2027VII: CLOSED SESSION: Convene in closed session under Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, sections: 551.071 Private consultation with the Board's attorney; 551.072 Discussing purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property; 551.073 Discussing negotiated contracts for prospective gifts or donations; 551.074 Discussing personnel or to hear complaints against personnel; 551.07VII.A: Math Instructional Coach Position - LIFT GrantVII.B: Personnel ResignationsVII.C: PersonnelVII.D: Professional Contract Extensions for 2026-2027VII.E: Safety & SecurityVII.F: Real EstateVIII: OPEN SESSIONVIII.A: Consider/approve new position of Math Instructional Coach to be funded through the LIFT Grant.VIII.B: Consider/approve personnel resignations.VIII.C: Consider/approve personnel recommendations.VIII.D: Consider/approve professional contract extensions for the 2026-2027 school year.IX: ADJOURN2026-04-13 • REGULAR SESSION
VAN ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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I: MEETING CALLED TO ORDERI.A: Roll Call and Establish a QuorumI.B: Opening PrayerI.C: Pledge of AllegienceII: RECOGNITIONII.A: Vantastic Award - Judah LealII.B: Trustee Appreciation Award - Cody CampbellII.C: TIA Teacher DesignationsIII: AUDIENCESIV: INFORMATION AND DISCUSSIONIV.A: Superintendent - Don DunnIV.A.1: Superintendent's UpdateIV.A.2: CTE Update - Jason RoseIV.A.3: Legislative UpdateIV.B: Curriculum / Accountability - Karla RaineyIV.B.1: Curriculum UpdateIV.B.2: Certification of Provision of Instructional MaterialsIV.C: Technology - Jason JohnsonIV.C.1: Technology UpdateIV.D: Special Education / Special Programs - Kelli CassellIV.D.1: Special Education / Special Programs UpdateIV.D.2: MOE Compliance ReviewIV.D.3: REMINDER...Vandal Victory Day - April 29IV.E: Operations / Support Services - Richard PrideIV.E.1: Operations / Support Services UpdateIV.E.2: Installation of Seat Belts on School Buses (SB 546)IV.F: Athletics - Jared MoffattIV.F.1: Athletics UpdateIV.G: Business / Finance - Danny MorrowIV.G.1: Monthly Financial ReportIV.G.2: Enrollment/Attendance ReportIV.G.3: Authorization to Transfer Between Function CodesV: CONSENT AGENDAV.A: Consider/approve minutes of the meeting of March 23, 2026.V.B: Consider/approve budget change request.VI: ACTION ITEMSVI.A: Consider/approve Certification of Provision of Instructional Materials for 2026-2027.VI.B: Consider/approve the installation of seat belts on school buses, in accordance with SB 546.VI.C: Consider/approve authorization to transfer between function codes.VII: CLOSED SESSION - Convene in closed session under Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, sections: 551.071 Private consultation with the Board's attorney; 551.072 Discussing purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property; 551.073 Discussing negotiated contracts for prospective gifts or donations; 551.074 Discussing personnel or to hear complaints against personnel; 551.0VII.A: Personnel ResignationsVII.B: EmploymentVII.C: PersonnelVII.D: Termination of Probationary ContractVII.E: Safety and SecurityVII.F: Real EstateVIII: OPEN SESSIONVIII.A: Personnel ResignationsVIII.B: EmploymentVIII.C: PersonnelVIII.D: Consider/approve termination of probationary contract.IX: ADJOURN2026-03-23 • REGULAR SESSION
VAN ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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I: MEETING CALLED TO ORDERI.A: Roll Call and Establish a QuorumI.B: Opening PrayerI.C: Pledge of AllegienceII: RECOGNITIONII.A: Trustee Appreciation Award - Brian HortonIII: AUDIENCESIV: INFORMATION AND DISCUSSIONIV.A: Superintendent - Don DunnIV.A.1: Safety & Security - Presentation of Weapons Detection SystemIV.A.2: Superintendent UpdateIV.A.3: Books on the 30-Day Review List (posted on January 15 to the VISD website) for the Turbo program at Van Intermediate School — The Sweetest Fig and Palace of Books.IV.B: Curriculum / Accountability - Karla RaineyIV.B.1: Curriculum UpdateIV.B.2: District Math FrameworkIV.B.3: OER Transition PlanIV.B.4: Campus Accountability - PrincipalsIV.C: Technology - Jason JohnsonIV.C.1: Technology UpdateIV.D: Special Education / Special Programs - Kelli CassellIV.D.1: Special Education / Special Programs UpdateIV.E: Operations / Support Services - Richard PrideIV.E.1: Operations / Support Services UpdateIV.F: Athletics - Jared MoffattIV.F.1: Athletics UpdateIV.G: Business / Support Services - Danny MorrowIV.G.1: Monthly Finance ReportIV.G.2: Engagement/Hiring of Audit FirmV: CONSENT AGENDAV.A: Consider/approve minutes of the meeting of February 16, 2026.VI: ACTION ITEMSVI.A: Consider/approve the purchase of two books (The Sweetest Fig and Palace of Books) for the Turbo program at Van Intermediate School.VI.B: Consider/approve OER Transition Plan for Bluebonnet Learning.VI.C: Consider/approve engagement/hiring of audit firm.VII: CLOSED SESSION - Convene in closed session under Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, sections: 551.071 Private consultation with the Board's attorney; 551.072 Discussing purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property; 551.073 Discussing negotiated contracts for prospective gifts or donations; 551.074 Discussing personnel or to hear complaints against personnel; 551.0VII.A: Personnel ResignationsVII.B: EmploymentVII.C: PersonnelVII.D: Salary and Staffing Plan for 2026-2027VII.E: Professional Contract Extensions for 2026-2027VII.F: Safety & SecurityVII.G: Real EstateVIII: OPEN SESSIONVIII.A: Personnel ResignationsVIII.B: EmploymentVIII.C: PersonnelVIII.D: Consider/approve 2026-2027 salary and staffing plan.VIII.E: Consider/approve professional contract extensions for the 2026-2027 school year.IX: ADJOURN2026-02-16 • REGULAR SESSION
VAN ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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I: MEETING CALLED TO ORDERI.A: Roll Call and Establish a QuorumI.B: Opening PrayerI.C: Pledge of AllegienceII: RECOGNITIONII.A: Trustee Appreciation Award - Wes HightowerIII: PUBLIC HEARINGV.C.1: Technology UpdateV.D: Special Education / Special Programs - Kelli CassellIII.A: A public hearing with regard to the Van ISD Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR) will be held. Karla Rainey will give a brief overview of this report. You were previously provided the test data for the 2024-2025 school year which is included in this report.III.B: A public hearing regarding the Van Middle School Targeted Improvement Plan (TIP) will be held. Karla Rainey will give an overview of this plan.IV: AUDIENCESV: INFORMATION AND DISCUSSIONV.A: Superintendent - Don DunnV.A.1: Superintendent's UpdateV.A.1.a: Next Board Meeting: March 23V.A.2: Resolution Affirming Rights of Students and Employees to Prayer and Religous ExpressionV.D.1: Special Education / Special Programs UpdateV.A.3: Motion to reconsider approval of changes to the following (LOCAL) policies: DGA(Local) – Employee Rights and Privileges: Freedom of Association; and FNA(Local) – Student Rights and Responsibilities: Student Expression, as adopted on January 29, 2026.V.B: Curriculum / Accountability - Karla RaineyV.B.1: Curriculum UpdateV.B.2: 2026-2027 District Instructional CalendarV.C: Technology - Jason JohnsonVIII.F: Real EstateV.D.2: Vandal Victory Day - April 29V.E: Operations / Support Services - Richard PrideV.E.1: Operations / Support Services UpdateV.F: Athletics - Jared MoffattV.F.1: Athletics UpdateV.G: Business / Finance - Danny MorrowV.G.1: Monthly Finance / Attendance ReportV.G.2: Resolution Regarding Wage Payments During Emergency School ClosingsVI: CONSENT AGENDAVI.A: Consider/approve minutes of the meeting of January 22, 2026 and January 29, 2026VII: ACTION ITEMSVII.A: Consider/approve the resolution regarding Senate Bill 11 - Period of Prayer and Reading of the Bible or Other Religious Text.VII.B: Consider/approve motion to reconsider changes to the following (LOCAL) policies: DGA(Local) – Employee Rights and Privileges: Freedom of Association; and FNA(Local) – Student Rights and Responsibilities: Student Expression, as adopted on January 29, 2026.VII.C: Consider/approve 2026-2027 District Instructional Calendar.VII.D: Consider/approve the Van Middle School Targeted Improvement Plan.VII.E: Consider/approve resolution regarding wage payments during closure.VIII: CLOSED SESSION - Convene in closed session under Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, sections: 551.071 Private consultation with the Board's attorney; 551.072 Discussing purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property; 551.073 Discussing negotiated contracts for prospective gifts or donations; 551.074 Discussing personnel or to hear complaints against personnel; 551.0VIII.A: Personnel ResignationsVIII.B: EmploymentVIII.C: PersonnelVIII.D: Administrative Contract ExtensionsVIII.E: Safety & Security - Odie PhillipsVIII.E.1: Safety & Security UpdateVIII.E.1.a: EOP and Threat AssessmentIX: OPEN SESSIONIX.A: Personnel ResignationsIX.B: EmploymentIX.C: PersonnelIX.D: Consider/approve administrative contract extensions for the 2026-2027 school year.X: ADJOURN2026-01-29 • REGULAR SESSION
VAN ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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IV.D.1: Special Programs UpdateI: MEETING CALLED TO ORDERI.A: Roll Call and Establish a QuorumI.B: Opening PrayerI.C: Pledge of AllegienceII: RECOGNITIONII.A: Trustee Appreciation Award - Stacey AndersonII.B: Van High School Band 4A All-Area Qualifiers and All-State QualifiersII.C: Vandal Cheerleaders - UIL State CompetitionII.D: School Board RecognitionIII: AUDIENCESIV: INFORMATION AND DISCUSSIONIV.A: Superintendent - Don DunnIV.A.1: Superintendent's UpdateIV.A.2: Books on 30-Day Review ListIV.A.3: Strategic Planning Workshop — New Vision Statement and Mission StatementIV.A.4: Resolution Regarding Senate Bill 11 - Period of Prayer and Reading of the Bible or Other Religious TextIV.A.5: Changes to the following Local policies: DGA(Local): Employee Rights and Privileges — Freedom of Association and FNA(Local): Student Rights and Responsibilities - Student Expression.IV.A.6: Update 126 - Pending Action on Local Policies: DGBA(Local): Personnel-Management Relations: Employee complaints/Grievances; FNG(Local): Student Rights and Responsibilities: Student and Parent Complaints/Grievances; GF(Local): Public ComplaintsIV.A.7: Interlocal Agreement - Educational ServicesIV.A.8: District of Innovation Plan - RenewalIV.B: Curriculum / Accountability - Karla RaineyIV.B.1: Curriculum UpdateIV.B.2: Staff Development Waiver for 2025-2026 School YearIV.C: Technology - Jason JohnsonIV.C.1: Technology UpdateVII.C: PersonnelIV.D: Special Education / Special Programs - Kelli CassellIV.D.1.a: Result Driven AccountabilityIV.E: Operations / Support Services - Richard PrideVII.D: Safety and SecurityVII.E: Real EstateIV.E.1: Operations UpdateIV.F: Athletics - Jared MoffattIV.F.1: Athletics UpdateIV.G: Business / Finance - Danny MorrowIV.G.1: Monthly Finance ReportIV.G.2: Enrollment/Attendance ReportIV.G.3: 2024-2025 Audit Report - ApprovalV: CONSENT AGENDAV.A: Consider/approve minutes of the meeting of November 17, 2025; November 21, 2025; and December 1, 2025.V.B: Consider/approve budget change request.VI: ACTION ITEMSVI.A: Consider/approve Van ISD's new Vision Statement and Mission Statement as developed in the strategic planning workshop on January 22, 2026.VI.B: Consider/approve the resolution regarding Senate Bill 11 — Period of Prayer and Reading of the Bible or Other Religious Text.VI.C: Consider/approve changes to the following Local policies: DGA(Local): Employee Rights and Privileges — Freedom of Association and FNA(Local): Student Rights and Responsibilities — Student Expression.VI.D: Consider/approve revision of (LOCAL) policies pending action for TASB Localized Policy Manual Update 126 - DGBA(Local); FNG(Local); and GF(Local).VI.E: Consider/approve interlocal agreement for certain educational services.VI.F: Consider/approve renewal of District of Innovation Plan through February 2031.VI.G: Consider/approve staff development waiver for 2025-2026 school year.VI.H: Consider/approve 2024-2025 district audit report, as presented.VII: CLOSED SESSION - Convene in closed session under Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, sections: 551.071 Private consultation with the Board's attorney; 551.072 Discussing purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property; 551.073 Discussing negotiated contracts for prospective gifts or donations; 551.074 Discussing personnel or to hear complaints against personnel; 551.0VII.A: Personnel ResignationsVII.B: EmploymentVII.F: Discuss Superintendent ContractVIII: OPEN SESSIONVIII.A: Personnel ResignationsVIII.B: EmploymentVIII.C: PersonnelVIII.D: Consider/approve superintendent contract effective July 1, 2025.IX: ADJOURN2026-01-22 • SPECIAL SESSION
VAN ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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I: MEETING CALLED TO ORDERI.A: Roll Call and Establish a QuorumI.B: Opening PrayerI.C: Pledge of AllegianceII: INFORMATION AND DISCUSSIONII.A: Superintendent - Don DunnII.A.1: Introduction of TASB Facilitators: Dr. Robert Long, Division Director - Board Development Services Dr. Susan Elliott, Director of Curriculum and Instructional DesignIII: STRATEGIC PLANNING WORKSHOP | DRAFT MISSION AND VISION STATEMENTSIV: ADJOURN2025-12-01 • SPECIAL SESSION
VAN ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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I: Roll Call and Establish a QuorumII: Opening PrayerIII: Pledge of AllegienceIV: OPEN SESSIONV: CLOSED SESSION: Convene in closed session under Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, sections: 551.071 Private consultation with the Board's attorney; 551.072 Discussing purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property; 551.073 Discussing negotiated contracts for prospective gifts or donations; 551.074 Discussing personnel or to hear complaints against personnel; 551.07V.A: Level 3 Grievance HearingVI: OPEN SESSIONVI.A: Possible action on Level 3 hearing held in closed session.VII: ADJOURN2025-11-21 • SPECIAL SESSION
VAN ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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I.C: Pledge of AllegianceI: MEETING CALLED TO ORDERI.A: Roll Call and Establish a QuorumI.B: Opening PrayerII: AUDIT REPORTII.A: Robert Lake, District Auditor, will present the 2024-2025 audit report.III: ACTION ITEMS:III.A: Consider/approve 2024-2025 district audit report.IV: ADJOURN2025-11-17 • REGULAR SESSION
VAN ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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I: MEETING CALLED TO ORDERI.A: Roll Call and Establish a QuorumI.B: Opening PrayerI.C: Pledge of AllegienceII: RECOGNITIONII.A: Trustee Appreciation Award - Shannon JohnsonIII: AUDIENCESIV: INFORMATION AND DISCUSSIONIV.A: Superintendent - Don DunnIV.A.1: Superintendent's ReportIV.A.2: Continuing Education Credit Update - 2025IV.A.3: Van Zandt County Appraisal District Board of DirectorsIV.A.4: Henderson County Appraisal District Board of DirectorsIV.A.5: Policy Update 126 - BE(LOCAL) : Board Meetings; BED(Local) : Board Meetings — Public Participation; CJ(LOCAL) : Contracted Services; CJA(LOCAL) : Contracted Services — Background Checks and Required reporting; CLE(LOCAL) : Buildings, Grounds, and Equipment Management - Required Displays; CQB(LOCAL) : Technology Resources - Cybersecurity; CQD(LOCAL) : Technology Resources - Artificial Intelligence;IV.B: Curriculum / Accountability - Karla Rainey | Joanna StewartIV.B.1: Curriculum ReportIV.C: Special Education / Special Programs - Kelli CassellIV.C.1: Special Programs ReportIV.C.2: RDA ResultsIV.D: Technology - Jason JohnsonIV.D.1: Technology ReportIV.E: Operations / Support Services - Richard PrideIV.E.1: Operations ReportIV.F: Business / Finance - Danny MorrowIV.F.1: Monthly Finance ReportIV.F.2: Enrollment | Attendance UpdateIV.F.3: Resolution Designating Nonbusiness Days for Purposes of the Texas Public Information ActIV.F.4: Tax Roll LevyV: CONSENT AGENDAV.A: Consider/approve minutes of the meeting of October 20, 2025.VI: ACTION ITEMSVI.A: Consider/approve resolution to cast votes (562) for Van Zandt County Appraisal District Board of Director candidate(s) for the 2025-2026 term.VI.B: Consider/approve ballot to cast votes (5) for Henderson County Appraisal District Board of Director candidate(s) for the 2025-2026 term.VI.C: Consider/approve the addition, revision, or deletion of (LOCAL) policies as offered by TASB Policy Service for consideration and according to the Instruction Sheet for TASB Localized Policy Manual Update 126.VI.D: Consider/approve resolution of the board of trustees designating nonbusiness days for purposes of the Texas Public Information Act.VI.E: Consider/approve 2025 tax roll levy.VII: CLOSED SESSION - Convene in closed session under Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, sections: 551.071 Private consultation with the Board's attorney; 551.072 Discussing purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property; 551.073 Discussing negotiated contracts for prospective gifts or donations; 551.074 Discussing personnel or to hear complaints against personnel; 551.0VII.A: Personnel ResignationsVII.B: EmploymentVII.C: PersonnelVII.D: Safety & SecurityVII.E: Real EstateVIII: OPEN SESSIONVIII.A: Personnel ResignationsVIII.B: EmploymentIX: ADJOURN2025-10-20 • REGULAR SESSION
VAN 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 Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion6: Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure5: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts2025-09-15 • REGULAR SESSION
VAN 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 Controls7: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments6: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners2025-08-18 • REGULAR SESSION
VAN 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 Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion7: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion6: Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure2025-07-21 • REGULAR SESSION
VAN 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 Appropriation5: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments7: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings2025-06-16 • REGULAR SESSION
VAN 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 Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion7: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts6: Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure2025-05-19 • REGULAR SESSION
VAN 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 Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls6: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders2025-04-21 • REGULAR SESSION
VAN 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 Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings2025-03-17 • REGULAR SESSION
VAN 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 Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings6: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders7: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings2025-02-17 • REGULAR SESSION
VAN 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 Landowners5: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings7: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings2025-01-20 • REGULAR SESSION
VAN 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 Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings5: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls6: Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation