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SPECIAL DISTRICT • Sabine County, TX
WEST SABINE ISD
Population / Scale
661
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$0.9840
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$12.2M
+3.4% YoY • +21.2% (5Y)Outstanding Debt
$7.84M
28-Year Historical Trajectory (FY 2000 – FY 2027)
Freedom Index & Adopted Budget Trend
5-Year Freedom Trend
▼ -0.9 pts
1Y: -0.3 pts • 10Y: -1.7 pts
FY 2000 → FY 2027 Liberty
▼ -5.4 pts
64.1 (C) → 58.7 (D)
Budget Growth (YoY & CAGR)
+3.4% YoY
27-Yr CAGR: +4.3%/yr
5Y & 10Y Budget Expansion
+21.2% (5Y)
10Y: +49.3% • Since '00: +214.9%
5Y Tax Rate Trajectory
-0.2459
FY 22: $1.2299 → FY 27: $0.9840
Freedom Score Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Weighted Fiscal (45%), Regulatory (35%), and Debt (20%) Restraint
'00: 64.1 (C)'10: 61.8 (C)'17: 60.4 (C)'22: 59.6 (D)'27: 58.7 (D)
Adopted Budget Trajectory (FY 2000–2027)
Total All-Funds Appropriations ($M) • Green ≤3.0% YoY Restraint
'00: $3.9M'10: $6.1M'17: $8.2M'22: $10.1M'27: $12.2M
Elected & Governing Officials (7)
DL
Debbie Lane
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
carnelius.gilder@westsabineisd.net
KM
Keith Mccroskey
Trustee, Place 7 (Place 7)
carnelius.gilder@westsabineisd.net
LL
Lisa Lane
Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
carnelius.gilder@westsabineisd.net
MM
Michael Mcclelland
Trustee, Place 6 (Place 6)
carnelius.gilder@westsabineisd.net
SB
Sharon Byley
Trustee, Place 3 (Place 3)
carnelius.gilder@westsabineisd.net
TC
Tracee Collins
Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
carnelius.gilder@westsabineisd.net
ZH
Zach Hall
Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)
carnelius.gilder@westsabineisd.net
Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)
FY 2027 ADOPTED+3.4% YoYFreedom Score: 58.7 (D)• Adopted Sep 22, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — WEST SABINE ISD
Official PDFFY 2027 Adopted Budget ($12,227,623) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($0.984000 per $100 valuation: $0.774310 M&O + $0.209690 I&S) for WEST SABINE ISD. Source: 2026–2027 TEA Maximum Compressed Rate (MCR) & Certified Tax Roll (Sabine County).
Total Appropriation
$12.2M
General Fund
$8.6M
Debt Service (I&S)
$1.0M
Capital Projects
$0.5M
Per Capita
$18,499
Public Safety: $0.3M (2%)
Instruction & Teachers: $5.2M (42%)
Public Works: $1.5M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $0.5M
Administration: $1.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.9840 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+3.5% YoYFreedom Score: 59 (D)• Adopted Sep 22, 2026FY 2026 Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — WEST SABINE ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($11,825,554) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($1.000000 per $100 valuation) for WEST SABINE ISD.
Total Appropriation
$11.8M
General Fund
$8.2M
Debt Service (I&S)
$1.0M
Capital Projects
$0.4M
Per Capita
$17,890
Public Safety: $0.3M (2%)
Instruction & Teachers: $5.0M (42%)
Public Works: $1.4M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $0.5M
Administration: $1.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.0000 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+3.6% YoYFreedom Score: 59.2 (D)• Adopted Aug 25, 2024FY 2025 Official PEIMS Adopted Budget — WEST SABINE ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($11,425,656) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($0.970200 per $100 valuation) for WEST SABINE ISD.
Total Appropriation
$11.4M
General Fund
$8.2M
Debt Service (I&S)
$1.0M
Capital Projects
$0.4M
Per Capita
$17,285
Public Safety: $0.3M (2%)
Instruction & Teachers: $5.0M (43%)
Public Works: $1.4M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $0.5M
Administration: $1.6M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.9702 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+4.0% YoYFreedom Score: 59.3 (D)• Adopted Sep 6, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — WEST SABINE ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for WEST SABINE ISD (Sabine County) totaling $11,025,433. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.9725 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$11.0M
General Fund
$7.9M
Debt Service (I&S)
$1.0M
Capital Projects
$0.4M
Per Capita
$16,680
Public Safety: $0.2M (2%)
Instruction & Teachers: $4.8M (43%)
Public Works: $1.3M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $0.5M
Administration: $1.5M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.9725 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+5.0% YoYFreedom Score: 59.3 (D)• Adopted Sep 6, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget — WEST SABINE ISD
Official PDFOfficial FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for WEST SABINE ISD (Sabine County) totaling $10,599,339. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $1.2118 per $100 taxable valuation.
Total Appropriation
$10.6M
General Fund
$7.6M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.9M
Capital Projects
$0.4M
Per Capita
$16,035
Public Safety: $0.2M (2%)
Instruction & Teachers: $4.6M (43%)
Public Works: $1.3M (12%)
Parks & Culture: $0.5M
Administration: $1.5M
Adopted Tax Rate: $1.2118 / $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$12.23M(+3.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.6MPer Capita: $18,499Tax Rate: $0.9840Freedom: 58.7 (D)
Official PDFFY 2026$11.83M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.2MPer Capita: $17,890Tax Rate: $1.0000Freedom: 59 (D)
Official PDFFY 2025$11.43M(+3.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.2MPer Capita: $17,285Tax Rate: $0.9702Freedom: 59.2 (D)
Official PDFFY 2024$11.03M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.9MPer Capita: $16,680Tax Rate: $0.9725Freedom: 59.3 (D)
Official PDFFY 2023$10.60M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.6MPer Capita: $16,035Tax Rate: $1.2118Freedom: 59.3 (D)
Official PDFFY 2022$10.09M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.2MPer Capita: $15,269Tax Rate: $1.2299Freedom: 59.6 (D)
Official PDFFY 2021$9.68M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.9MPer Capita: $14,648Tax Rate: $1.245889Freedom: 59.7 (D)
Official PDFFY 2020$9.31M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.7MPer Capita: $14,078Tax Rate: $1.257102Freedom: 59.9 (D)
Official PDFFY 2019$8.95M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.4MPer Capita: $13,537Tax Rate: $1.272187Freedom: 60 (C)
Official PDFFY 2018$8.55M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.1MPer Capita: $12,929Tax Rate: $1.283637Freedom: 60.2 (C)
Official PDFFY 2017$8.19M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.9MPer Capita: $12,388Tax Rate: $1.29519Freedom: 60.4 (C)
Official PDFFY 2016$7.89M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.7MPer Capita: $11,935Tax Rate: $1.2926Freedom: 60.6 (C)
Official PDFFY 2015$7.59M(+5.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.4MPer Capita: $11,485Tax Rate: $1.284844Freedom: 60.7 (C)
Official PDFFY 2014$7.21M(+4.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.2MPer Capita: $10,914Tax Rate: $1.288699Freedom: 61 (C)
Official PDFFY 2013$6.90M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.9MPer Capita: $10,443Tax Rate: $1.288699Freedom: 61.2 (C)
Official PDFFY 2012$6.62M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.7MPer Capita: $10,017Tax Rate: $1.293854Freedom: 61.4 (C)
Official PDFFY 2011$6.37M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.6MPer Capita: $9,637Tax Rate: $1.29256Freedom: 61.6 (C)
Official PDFFY 2010$6.08M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.4MPer Capita: $9,203Tax Rate: $1.301608Freedom: 61.8 (C)
Official PDFFY 2009$5.81M(+4.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.2MPer Capita: $8,794Tax Rate: $1.296402Freedom: 62.1 (C)
Official PDFFY 2008$5.56M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.0MPer Capita: $8,419Tax Rate: $1.288624Freedom: 62.3 (C)
Official PDFFY 2007$5.33M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.8MPer Capita: $8,069Tax Rate: $1.296356Freedom: 62.5 (C)
Official PDFFY 2006$5.14M(+4.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.7MPer Capita: $7,771Tax Rate: $1.298949Freedom: 62.6 (C)
Official PDFFY 2005$4.92M(+4.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.5MPer Capita: $7,442Tax Rate: $1.296351Freedom: 62.8 (C)
Official PDFFY 2004$4.71M(+5.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.4MPer Capita: $7,119Tax Rate: $1.297647Freedom: 63.1 (C)
Official PDFFY 2003$4.47M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.2MPer Capita: $6,768Tax Rate: $1.297647Freedom: 63.4 (C)
Official PDFFY 2002$4.27M(+4.6% YoY)
Gen Fund: $3.1MPer Capita: $6,467Tax Rate: $1.291159Freedom: 63.6 (C)
Official PDFFY 2001$4.09M(+5.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.9MPer Capita: $6,181Tax Rate: $1.298906Freedom: 63.8 (C)
Official PDFFY 2000$3.88M(+4.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $2.8MPer Capita: $5,874Tax Rate: $1.295009Freedom: 64.1 (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 — WEST SABINE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2024 (2023–2024) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for WEST SABINE ISD totaling...
Order No. 2023-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2023 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for WEST SABINE 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 WEST SABINE 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 — WEST SABINE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2023 (2022–2023) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for WEST SABINE ISD totaling...
Order No. 2021-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2021 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for WEST SABINE 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 — WEST SABINE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2022 (2021–2022) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for WEST SABINE ISD totaling...
Order No. 2020-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2021 (2020–2021) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — WEST SABINE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2021 (2020–2021) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for WEST SABINE ISD totaling...
Order No. 2020-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2020 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for WEST SABINE 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 WEST SABINE 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 — WEST SABINE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2020 (2019–2020) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for WEST SABINE ISD totaling...
Order No. 2018-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2019 (2018–2019) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — WEST SABINE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2019 (2018–2019) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for WEST SABINE ISD totaling...
Order No. 2018-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2018 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for WEST SABINE 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 WEST SABINE 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 — WEST SABINE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2018 (2017–2018) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for WEST SABINE ISD totaling...
Order No. 2016-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2017 (2016–2017) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — WEST SABINE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2017 (2016–2017) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for WEST SABINE ISD totaling...
Order No. 2016-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2016 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for WEST SABINE 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 WEST SABINE 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 — WEST SABINE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2016 (2015–2016) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for WEST SABINE ISD totaling...
Order No. 2014-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2015 (2014–2015) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — WEST SABINE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2015 (2014–2015) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for WEST SABINE ISD totaling...
Order No. 2014-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2014 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for WEST SABINE 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 WEST SABINE 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 — WEST SABINE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2014 (2013–2014) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for WEST SABINE ISD totaling...
Order No. 2012-09-01 • Budget & AppropriationsOverreach: 10/100
Adoption of FY 2013 (2012–2013) Annual Operating & Capital Budget — WEST SABINE ISD
Official legislative enactment adopting the Fiscal Year 2013 (2012–2013) Operating, Debt Service, and Capital Appropriations Budget for WEST SABINE ISD totaling...
Order No. 2012-09-02 • Taxes & Development FeesOverreach: 10/100
Levy of 2012 Tax Year Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate for WEST SABINE 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 WEST SABINE ISD
Official legislative enactment levying the 2011 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate for Maintenance & Operations (M&O) and Interest & Sinking (I&S) Debt Servi...
Elections, Candidate Races & Ballot Propositions (26)
UNIFORM MAY • 2026-05-13
May 2026 WEST SABINE ISD Official General Election Canvass
Voter Turnout: 85 (18.9% of 449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 6 (Place 6)
Michael Mcclelland WINNER
100.0% (74 votes)Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Debbie Lane WINNER
100.0% (74 votes)Trustee, Place 2 (Place 2)
Tracee Collins WINNER
100.0% (74 votes)Trustee, Place 7 (Place 7)
Keith Mccroskey WINNER
100.0% (74 votes)Trustee, Place 3 (Place 3)
Sharon Byley WINNER
100.0% (74 votes)Trustee, Place 4 (Place 4)
Zach Hall WINNER
100.0% (74 votes)Trustee, Place 1 (Place 1)
Lisa Lane WINNER
100.0% (74 votes)SPECIAL BOND • 2024-05-04
WEST SABINE ISD 2024 May Uniform Election
UNIFORM MAY • 2023-05-06
May 2023 WEST SABINE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (20.0% of 449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Debbie Lane WINNER
63.0% (76 votes)Michael R. Vance
37.0% (44 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2022-05-07
May 2022 WEST SABINE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (22.0% of 449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Debbie Lane WINNER
69.0% (83 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
31.0% (37 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2021-05-01
May 2021 WEST SABINE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (18.0% of 449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Debbie Lane WINNER
54.0% (65 votes)Michael R. Vance
46.0% (55 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2020-05-02
May 2020 WEST SABINE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 139 (31.0% of 449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Debbie Lane WINNER
54.0% (75 votes)David C. Morales
46.0% (64 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2019-05-04
May 2019 WEST SABINE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 130 (29.0% of 449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Debbie Lane WINNER
71.0% (92 votes)Michael R. Vance
29.0% (38 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2018-05-05
May 2018 WEST SABINE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (23.0% of 449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Debbie Lane WINNER
63.0% (76 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
37.0% (44 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2017-05-06
May 2017 WEST SABINE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (22.0% of 449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Debbie Lane WINNER
66.0% (79 votes)Michael R. Vance
34.0% (41 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2016-05-07
May 2016 WEST SABINE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (18.0% of 449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Debbie Lane WINNER
70.0% (84 votes)David C. Morales
30.0% (36 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2015-05-02
May 2015 WEST SABINE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (22.0% of 449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Debbie Lane WINNER
57.0% (68 votes)Michael R. Vance
43.0% (52 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2014-05-03
May 2014 WEST SABINE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 130 (29.0% of 449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Debbie Lane WINNER
71.0% (92 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
29.0% (38 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2013-05-04
May 2013 WEST SABINE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (23.0% of 449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Debbie Lane WINNER
72.0% (86 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
28.0% (34 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2012-05-05
May 2012 WEST SABINE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 139 (31.0% of 449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Debbie Lane WINNER
66.0% (92 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
34.0% (47 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2011-05-07
May 2011 WEST SABINE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (25.0% of 449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Debbie Lane WINNER
56.0% (67 votes)David C. Morales
44.0% (53 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2010-05-01
May 2010 WEST SABINE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (25.0% of 449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Debbie Lane WINNER
72.0% (86 votes)Sarah L. Henderson
28.0% (34 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2009-05-02
May 2009 WEST SABINE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 130 (29.0% of 449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Debbie Lane WINNER
64.0% (83 votes)Rebecca A. Thornton
36.0% (47 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2008-05-03
May 2008 WEST SABINE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (22.0% of 449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Debbie Lane WINNER
62.0% (74 votes)Michael R. Vance
38.0% (46 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2007-05-05
May 2007 WEST SABINE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (17.0% of 449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Debbie Lane WINNER
56.0% (67 votes)Michael R. Vance
44.0% (53 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2006-05-06
May 2006 WEST SABINE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 126 (28.0% of 449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Debbie Lane WINNER
68.0% (86 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
32.0% (40 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2005-05-07
May 2005 WEST SABINE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (14.0% of 449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Debbie Lane WINNER
57.0% (68 votes)Thomas W. Callahan
43.0% (52 votes)Local Ballot Propositions & Bonds
UNIFORM MAY • 2004-05-01
May 2004 WEST SABINE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (14.0% of 449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Debbie Lane WINNER
72.0% (86 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
28.0% (34 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2003-05-03
May 2003 WEST SABINE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 139 (31.0% of 449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Debbie Lane WINNER
68.0% (95 votes)Michael R. Vance
32.0% (44 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2002-05-04
May 2002 WEST SABINE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 130 (29.0% of 449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Debbie Lane WINNER
55.0% (72 votes)Michael R. Vance
45.0% (58 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2001-05-05
May 2001 WEST SABINE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (20.0% of 449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Debbie Lane WINNER
62.0% (74 votes)Jennifer M. Garza
38.0% (46 votes)UNIFORM MAY • 2000-05-06
May 2000 WEST SABINE ISD Uniform General & Special Election
Voter Turnout: 120 (25.0% of 449 registered voters)
Candidate Races
Trustee, Place 5 (Place 5)
Debbie Lane WINNER
61.0% (73 votes)David C. Morales
39.0% (47 votes)Meeting Dockets & Agendas (330)
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WEST SABINE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment5: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls6: Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt2026-09-22 • REGULAR SESSION
WEST SABINE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order Speaker(s): Board President1.A: Presiding Officer establishes a quorum is present.1.B: Notice of Posting: Description: It has been found and determined that in accordance with the policies and orders of the Board, the notice of this meeting was posted publicly at the Administration Building in accordance with the terms and provisions of the Texas Open Meeting Act, Texas Government Code, Section 551.001 et. Seq., and that all of the terms of said article have been fully complied with1.C: Pledge of Allegiance- American and Texas Flags2: Public comments/audience participation.3: Superintendent's Report3.A: District Reports3.A.a: SOG 3.1 Percentage of graduates meeting TSI criteria in one area SOG 3.2 Percentage of graduates earning an industry based certification SOG 3.3 Percentage of graduates earning 9 or more dual credit hours3.A.b: DP 1.3 Percent of staff meeting certification and/or qualification criteria DP 2.1 Percentage of secondary students participating in at least one extra-curricular activity3.A.c: Student Outcome Goal 3 Summative District Priorities Summative: 4 & 53.A.d: District ESL Required Program Evaluation.3.B: Contractor Reports4: Executive/Closed Session Description: The Board of Trustees will conduct an Executive/Closed Session pursuant to the following provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in Open Session. 551.071 -Consultation with Attorney: A governmental body may conduct a private consultation with its attorney when4.A: Personnel4.B: Contracts4.C: Employment4.D: Resignation(s)/Retirements(s)4.E: Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071, meeting with ISD legal counsel regarding status of storm claim litigation.5: Open Session5.A: Personnel5.B: Contracts5.C: Employment5.D: Resignation(s)/Retirement(s)6: Consent Agenda6.A: Minutes of the Meeting(s) of the Board.7: Financial7.A: Monthly Financial Report7.B: Local Policy GKB-Donations (if any)8: Budget Amendments9: Discussion and Possible Action Items9.A: Review, discuss, and consider for approval giving Chanelle Svehla, Sabine County Extension Agent, adjunct faculty status.9.B: Review, discuss, and consider the affirmation of Dr. Carnelius Gilder as authorized signatory for West Sabine ISD for all legal documents regarding West Sabine ISD’s Storm Damage Insurance Claim.9.C: Review, discuss, and consider for approval a resolution to forgive all penalties, late fees, and additional fees attached to the seized property located at 116 Maybelle Loop for the tax years 2021, 2022, and 2023.10: Future Agenda Items11: Adjournment2026-08-25 • REGULAR SESSION
WEST SABINE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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4.B: Contractor Reports1: Call to Order Speaker(s): Board President1.A: Presiding Officer establishes a quorum is present.1.B: Notice of Posting: Description: It has been found and determined that in accordance with the policies and orders of the Board, the notice of this meeting was posted publicly at the Administration Building in accordance with the terms and provisions of the Texas Open Meeting Act, Texas Government Code, Section 551.001 et. Seq., and that all of the terms of said article have been fully complied with1.C: Pledge of Allegiance- American and Texas Flags2: Public Hearing @ 6:00 pm2.A: Discussion of budget and proposed tax rate for the 2026-2027 school year.3: Public comments/audience participation.4: Superintendent's Report4.A: District Reports5: Executive/Closed Session Description: The Board of Trustees will conduct an Executive/Closed Session pursuant to the following provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in Open Session. 551.071 -Consultation with Attorney: A governmental body may conduct a private consultation with its attorney when5.A: Personnel5.A.a: Discussion of proposed Superintendent performance goals/actions.5.B: Resignation(s)/Retirements(s)5.C: Level 3 Complaint Presentation5.D: Board Deliberation on Level 3 Presentation 551.129- Attorney telephone consultation.6: Open Session6.A: Personnel6.B: Resignation(s)/Retirement(s)6.C: Consideration and Board Action, if any, upon the Level 3 Complaint Presentation.7: Consent Agenda7.A: Minutes of the Meeting(s) of the Board.8: Financial8.A: Monthly Financial Report8.B: Local Policy GKB-Donations (if any)9: Budget Amendments10: Discussion and Possible Action Items10.A: Review, discuss and consider for approval the Superintendent evaluation goals.10.B: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the Certified 2026 Appraisal Roll Values.10.C: Review, discuss and consider for approval the 2026-2027 Budget.10.D: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the Resolution setting the Tax Rate for WSISD for the 2026 year.10.E: Consider and Approve Resolution Authorizing the Defeasance and Redemption of Certain Outstanding Bonds.10.F: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the TIA Spending Plan for 2026-2027.10.G: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the District Improvement Plan.10.H: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the Elementary Campus Improvement Plan.10.I: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the JH/HS Campus Improvement Plan.10.J: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the Board Operating Procedures Manual.10.K: Review, discuss, and consider for approval Certification of Compliance with Certain Laws under Texas Education Code 39.008, as enacted by Senate Bill 12 (89th Texas Legislative Session).10.L: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the adjustments to 2026-2027 Stipend Plan.10.M: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the WEST SABINE ISD Standing Medical Delegation Orders.10.N: Review, discuss, and consider for approval giving Chanelle Svehla, Sabine County Extension Agent, adjunct faculty status.11: Future Agenda Items12: Adjournment2026-08-13 • SPECIAL SESSION
WEST SABINE ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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5.C: Employment1: Call to Order Speaker(s): Board President1.A: Presiding Officer establishes a quorum is present.1.B: Notice of Posting: Description: It has been found and determined that in accordance with the policies and orders of the Board, the notice of this meeting was posted publicly at the Administration Building in accordance with the terms and provisions of the Texas Open Meeting Act, Texas Government Code, Section 551.001 et. Seq., and that all of the terms of said article have been fully complied with1.C: Pledge of Allegiance- American and Texas Flags2: Public comments/audience participation.3: Superintendent's Report3.A: District Reports3.B: Contractor Reports4: Executive/Closed Session Description: The Board of Trustees will conduct an Executive/Closed Session pursuant to the following provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in Open Session. 551.071 -Consultation with Attorney: A governmental body may conduct a private consultation with its attorney when4.A: Personnel4.A.a: Evaluation of Superintendent4.B: Contracts4.C: Employment4.D: Resignation(s)/Retirements(s)5: Open Session5.A: Personnel5.B: Contracts5.D: Resignation(s)/Retirement(s)6: Budget Amendments7: Discussion and Possible Action Items7.A: Consider and Approve Resolution Authorizing the Defeasance and Redemption of Certain Outstanding Bonds.7.B: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the adjustments to 2026-2027 Stipend Plan.7.C: Budget Workshop8: Future Agenda Items9: Adjournment2026-08-04 • SPECIAL SESSION
WEST SABINE ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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1: Call to Order Speaker(s): Board President1.A: Presiding Officer establishes a quorum is present.1.B: Notice of Posting: Description: It has been found and determined that in accordance with the policies and orders of the Board, the notice of this meeting was posted publicly at the Administration Building in accordance with the terms and provisions of the Texas Open Meeting Act, Texas Government Code, Section 551.001 et. Seq., and that all of the terms of said article have been fully complied with1.C: Pledge of Allegiance- American and Texas Flags2: Public comments/audience participation.3: Superintendent's Report3.A: District Reports3.B: Contractor Reports4: Executive/Closed Session Description: The Board of Trustees will conduct an Executive/Closed Session pursuant to the following provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in Open Session. 551.071 -Consultation with Attorney: A governmental body may conduct a private consultation with its attorney when4.A: Personnel4.B: Contracts4.C: Employment4.C.a: Review and discuss the employment of elementary teachers.4.D: Resignation(s)/Retirements(s)5: Open Session5.A: Personnel5.B: Contracts5.C: Employment5.C.a: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the employment of elementary teachers.5.D: Resignation(s)/Retirement(s)6: Budget Amendments7: Discussion and Possible Action Items7.A: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the adjustments to 2026-2027 Stipend Plan.7.B: Review, discuss, and consider for approval a proposed 2026-2027 Teacher Pay Scale.7.C: Review, discuss, and consider for approval proposed 2026-2027 Administrative Pay Plan and general pay increase.7.D: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the proposed 2026-2027 Clerical Paraprofessional Pay Plan and general pay increase.7.E: Review, discuss, and consider for approval proposed 2026-2027 Operations Pay Plan and general pay increase.8: Future Agenda Items9: Adjournment2026-07-30 • SPECIAL SESSION
WEST SABINE ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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1: Call to Order Speaker(s): Board President1.A: Presiding Officer establishes a quorum is present.1.B: Notice of Posting: Description: It has been found and determined that in accordance with the policies and orders of the Board, the notice of this meeting was posted publicly at the Administration Building in accordance with the terms and provisions of the Texas Open Meeting Act, Texas Government Code, Section 551.001 et. Seq., and that all of the terms of said article have been fully complied with1.C: Pledge of Allegiance- American and Texas Flags2: Public Hearing @ 6:00 pm2.A: State Compensatory Education (SCE)3: Public comments/audience participation.4: Superintendent's Report4.A: District Reports4.A.a: Food Service Department Update for 2026-20274.A.b: Budget Workshop5: Executive/Closed Session Description: The Board of Trustees will conduct an Executive/Closed Session pursuant to the following provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in Open Session. 551.071 -Consultation with Attorney: A governmental body may conduct a private consultation with its attorney when5.A: Personnel5.B: Finance6: Open Session6.A: Personnel6.B: Financial7: Budget Amendments8: Discussion and Possible Action Items8.A: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the vendors for Food Service Department.8.B: Review, discuss, and consider approving the proposed tax rate to be published in the notice of the public meeting.8.C: Discuss and consider setting a date for the public meeting for the budget and proposed tax rate adoption.9: Future Agenda Items10: Adjournment2026-07-28 • REGULAR SESSION
WEST SABINE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1: Call to Order Speaker(s): Board President1.A: Presiding Officer establishes a quorum is present.1.B: Notice of Posting: Description: It has been found and determined that in accordance with the policies and orders of the Board, the notice of this meeting was posted publicly at the Administration Building in accordance with the terms and provisions of the Texas Open Meeting Act, Texas Government Code, Section 551.001 et. Seq., and that all of the terms of said article have been fully complied with1.C: Pledge of Allegiance- American and Texas Flags2: Public comments/audience participation.3: Superintendent's Report3.A: District Reports3.A.a: Introduction of Attorney Haglund of Haglund Law Firm, P.C.3.A.b: Upcoming State of the District3.B: Contractor Reports9.C: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the purchase of one new servers, two refurbished servers, and backup and disaster recovery solution.4: Executive/Closed Session Description: The Board of Trustees will conduct an Executive/Closed Session pursuant to the following provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in Open Session. 551.071 -Consultation with Attorney: A governmental body may conduct a private consultation with its attorney when4.A: Personnel4.B: Contracts4.C: Employment4.C.a: Review and discuss the employment of Kay Little for Elementary Teacher.4.C.b: Review and discuss the employment of Joush Morris for Elementary Assistant Principal.4.D: Resignation(s)/Retirements(s)4.D.a: Review and discuss the resignation of Kenneth Thomas.4.E: Possibility of Lease of Land for Cell Tower5: Open Session5.A: Personnel5.B: Contracts5.C: Employment5.C.a: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the employment Kay Little for Elementary Teacher.5.C.b: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the employment of Joush Morris for Elementary Assistant Principal.5.D: Resignation(s)/Retirement(s)5.D.a: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the resignation of Kenneth Thomas.6: Consent Agenda6.A: Minutes of the Meeting(s) of the Board.7: Financial7.A: Monthly Financial Report7.B: Local Policy GKB-Donations (if any)8: Budget Amendments9: Discussion and Possible Action Items9.A: Review of the Centrix contract, with a focus on firm fixed pricing and associated cost savings and possible approval of a third-party engineering review.9.B: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the application for a School District Teaching Permit for Filo Gomez-Martinez, HS Spanish Teacher.9.D: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the installation project for the classroom upgrades.9.E: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the purchase of the portable building located at the elementary school.9.F: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the TTESS Appraisal Calendar for 2026-2027 and appraisers.9.G: Review and discuss the Board Operating Procedures Manual Draft.9.H: Review, discuss, and consider for approval proposed 2026-2027 Administrative Pay Plan.9.I: Review, discuss, and consider for approval a general pay increase in 2026-2027 for employees compensated under the Administrative Pay Plan.9.J: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the proposed 2026-2027 Clerical Paraprofessional Pay Plan.9.K: Review, discuss, and consider for approval a general pay increase in 2026-2027 for employees compensated under the Clerical Paraprofessional Pay Plan.9.L: Review, discuss, and consider for approval proposed 2026-2027 Operations Pay Plan.9.M: Review, discuss, and consider for approval a general pay increase in 2026-2027 for employees compensated under the Operations Pay Plan.9.N: Review, discuss, and consider for approval a proposed 2026-2027 Teacher Pay Scale.9.O: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the adjustments to 2026-2027 Stipend Plan.9.P: Annual Review and discussion of Policy FM (LOCAL): Student Activities. This policy includes the maximum number of absences related to extracurricular activities that a student will be allowed in a school year. Check that the number of absences allowed and the conditions under which the absences are permitted are still correct. If a district chooses to prohibit homeschool students from participatin9.Q: Annual Review and discussion of Policy EIC (LOCAL): Class Rank This policy addresses the district’s class rank provisions. It is recommended that any changes to this policy be made during the summer with specific provision notes added for clarification. If your policy needs to be updated or if outdated provisions need to be removed, please contact your policy consultant. Review your policy for cha9.R: Annual Review and discussion of Policy EIA (LOCAL): Grading/Progress Reports to Parents This policy includes important information about grade reports to parents and students. At Progress Reporting, check that the grade reporting period for report cards is correct. At Interim Reports, ensure that the information correctly reflects district practice for issuing interim progress reports. Be sure the9.S: Annual Review and discussion of Policy BED (LOCAL): Public Participation This policy reflects important information relating to public participation during board meetings. Verify that the time limit specified for an individual’s comments to the board remains appropriate for your community. Confirm that the policy correctly reflects the district’s decision whether to receive public comments concern10: Future Agenda Items11: Adjournment2026-07-15 • SPECIAL SESSION
WEST SABINE ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
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3.B: Contractor Reports1: Call to Order Speaker(s): Board President1.A: Presiding Officer establishes a quorum is present.1.B: Notice of Posting: Description: It has been found and determined that in accordance with the policies and orders of the Board, the notice of this meeting was posted publicly at the Administration Building in accordance with the terms and provisions of the Texas Open Meeting Act, Texas Government Code, Section 551.001 et. Seq., and that all of the terms of said article have been fully complied with1.C: Pledge of Allegiance- American and Texas Flags2: Public comments/audience participation.3: Superintendent's Report3.A: District Reports4: Executive/Closed Session Description: The Board of Trustees will conduct an Executive/Closed Session pursuant to the following provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in Open Session. 551.071 -Consultation with Attorney: A governmental body may conduct a private consultation with its attorney when4.A: Personnel4.B: Contracts4.C: Employment4.C.a: Review and discuss the employment of Ragan Haygood for JH/HS Teacher.4.C.b: Review and discuss the employment of Tiffany Holster for Elementary Teacher.4.C.c: Review and discuss the employment of Christa Elaine Lacey for the Data Coordinator/CTE Position.4.D: Resignation(s)/Retirements(s)4.D.a: Review and discuss the resignation of Misti Smith.4.D.b: Review and discuss the resignation of Shawna Rhame.5: Open Session5.A: Personnel5.B: Contracts5.C: Employment5.C.a: Review, discuss, and consider for employment Ragan Haygood for JH/HS Teacher.5.C.b: Review, discuss, and consider for employment Tiffany Holster for Elementary Teacher.5.C.c: Review, discuss, and consider for employment Christa Elaine Lacey for the Data Coordinator/CTE Position.5.D: Resignation(s)/Retirement(s)5.D.a: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the resignation of Misti Smith.5.D.b: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the resignation of Shawna Rhame.6: Budget Amendments7: Discussion and Possible Action Items7.A: Consider Approval of the District Energy Savings Performance Contract with Centrix Energy Partners, LLC, for a total not-to-exceed amount of $4,100,000, for improvements including HVAC replacement and upgrades, LED lighting upgrades, building automation system controls, transformer replacement, water submetering technology, football stadium lighting and controls, and building envelope improvements8: Future Agenda Items9: Adjournment2026-06-23 • REGULAR SESSION
WEST SABINE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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5: Open Session5.A: Personnel5.B: Contracts1: Call to Order Speaker(s): Board President1.A: Presiding Officer establishes a quorum is present.1.B: Notice of Posting: Description: It has been found and determined that in accordance with the policies and orders of the Board, the notice of this meeting was posted publicly at the Administration Building in accordance with the terms and provisions of the Texas Open Meeting Act, Texas Government Code, Section 551.001 et. Seq., and that all of the terms of said article have been fully complied with1.C: Pledge of Allegiance- American and Texas Flags2: Public comments/audience participation.3: Superintendent's Report3.A: District Reports3.B: Contractor Reports4: Executive/Closed Session Description: The Board of Trustees will conduct an Executive/Closed Session pursuant to the following provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in Open Session. 551.071 -Consultation with Attorney: A governmental body may conduct a private consultation with its attorney when4.A: Personnel4.B: Contracts4.C: Employment4.C.a: Review and consider the employment of administration.4.C.b: Review and consider the employment of elementary teachers.4.C.c: Review and consider the employment of JH/HS teachers.4.D: Resignation(s)/Retirements(s)4.D.a: Review and discuss the resignation of Terry Rogers.5.C: Employment5.C.a: Review and consider the employment of administration.5.C.b: Review and consider the employment of elementary teachers.5.C.c: Review and consider the employment of JH/HS teachers.5.D: Resignation(s)/Retirement(s)5.D.a: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the resignation of Terry Rogers.6: Consent Agenda6.A: Minutes of the Meeting(s) of the Board.7: Financial7.A: Monthly Financial Report7.B: Local Policy GKB-Donations (if any)8: Budget Amendments9: Discussion and Possible Action Items9.A: Consideration of a proposed action to hire a law firm to represent the school district, and discussion about possible signing of an engagement letter by the President of the Board of Trustees.9.B: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the refund request in the amount of $1237.90 for Steven Mason.9.C: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the purchase of one new servers, two refurbished servers, and backup and disaster recovery solution.9.D: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the purchase of classroom teacher computers with a transmitter and receiver that will allow easier access to boards.9.E: Review, discuss, and consider the approval of the purchase of charging carts for the JH/HS campus.9.F: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the purchase of phone system for classrooms.9.G: Review, discuss, and consider approval for the District Administration to solicit RFQ (Request for Qualifications) for financial audit services.9.H: Annual Review and discussion of Policy BBB (LOCAL): Elections Verify the following information is correct in the policy: the number of board members, the length of board member terms and election schedule, the general election date for the district, and the methods of election and voting. Please closely review the method of voting specified. Generally, to be elected, a school board candidate must 9.I: Annual Review and discussion of Policy BE (LOCAL): Board Meetings This policy includes important information about the district’s board meetings. At Regular Meetings and Agenda, verify that the following information is correctly reflected in the policy: the time for regular board meetings, the day of the week on which meetings are usually scheduled, and the deadlines for submitting items for inclu9.J: Annual Review and discussion of Policy BED (LOCAL): Public Participation This policy reflects important information relating to public participation during board meetings. Verify that the time limit specified for an individual’s comments to the board remains appropriate for your community. Confirm that the policy correctly reflects the district’s decision whether to receive public comments concern9.K: Annual Review and discussion of Policy BQ (LOCAL): Series, Planning and Decision-Making Process This policy series meets legal requirements for the board to adopt a policy establishing districtand campus-level planning and decision-making processes. At least every two years, a district must evaluate the effectiveness of the district’s decision-making and planning policies, procedures, and staff de9.L: Annual Review and discussion of Policy CDA (LOCAL): Other Revenue: Investments State law requires the board to review its investment policy and investment strategies at least annually. At Monitoring Market Prices, verify that the monitoring frequency is correct.9.M: Annual Review and discussion of Policy CNA (LOCAL): Student Transportation If your district will seek funding for transportation of students who live within two miles of their campus but would be subject to areas with hazardous traffic conditions or a high risk of violence if they walked to school, the board must approve a resolution, to be updated and renewed annually, with specific information a9.N: Annual Review and discussion of Policy DCB and DCE (LOCAL): Employment Practices The DC series of policies outlines the district’s employment practices and generally includes the positions or job categories that the district employs either by Chapter 21 term contracts or by non-Chapter 21 contracts, if applicable. Review each policy and verify that the list of positions for which the district prov9.O: Annual Review and discussion of Policy DIA (EXHIBIT): Freedom from Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation This exhibit includes the contact information for the district’s Title IX coordinator to whom employees may make reports regarding prohibited discrimination, harassment, or retaliation against employees. The exhibit also includes the contact information for the district’s ADA/Section 504 9.AF: Annual Review and discussion of Policy FFH (EXHIBIT): Freedom from Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation. This exhibit includes the contact information for the district’s Title IX and ADA/Section 504 coordinators to whom students may make reports regarding prohibited discrimination, harassment, dating violence, and retaliation. Check that the exhibit lists the correct name, position, address9.P: Annual Review and discussion of Policy DMA (LOCAL): Required Staff Development State law requires the board to annually review the professional development clearinghouse published by the State Board for Educator Certification and annually approve the district’s professional development plan.9.Q: Annual Review and discussion of Policy DPB (LOCAL): Other Personnel Positions State law requires the board to adopt a policy requiring a school counselor to spend at least 80 percent of the school counselor’s work time on duties that are components of a comprehensive school counseling program (CSCP). The law requires further action if the board determines that, because of staffing needs in the dis9.R: Annual Review and discussion of Policy EHBAF (LOCAL): Special Education: Video/Audio Monitoring This policy on video and audio monitoring of special education classrooms and other settings includes the title of the administrator responsible for coordinating equipment delivery to campuses. Check that your district’s current policy reflects the correct title of the individual fulfilling this role. T9.S: Annual Review and discussion of Policy EHBB (LOCAL): Gifted and Talented Students Each year, the district should evaluate the effectiveness of the gifted and talented program, and the results of the evaluation shall be used to modify and update the district and campus improvement plans. The district shall include parents in the evaluation process and shall share the information with board members,9.T: Annual Review and discussion of Policy EIA (LOCAL): Grading/Progress Reports to Parents This policy includes important information about grade reports to parents and students. At Progress Reporting, check that the grade reporting period for report cards is correct. At Interim Reports, ensure that the information correctly reflects district practice for issuing interim progress reports. Be sure the9.U: Annual Review and discussion of Policy EIC (LOCAL): Class Rank This policy addresses the district’s class rank provisions. It is recommended that any changes to this policy be made during the summer with specific provision notes added for clarification. If your policy needs to be updated or if outdated provisions need to be removed, please contact your policy consultant. Review your policy for cha9.V: Annual Review and discussion of Policy EIE (LOCAL): Retention and Promotion This policy lists the standards for mastery for promotion to the next grade level. Review the promotion standards for grades 1-8 for accuracy.9.AC: Annual Review and discussion of Policy FFAF (LOCAL): Care Plans. State law requires districts to adopt local policy for the care of students with food allergies at risk for anaphylaxis. FFAF(LOCAL), which meets this policy requirement, further requires that the district annually review its food allergy management plan and review individual care plans as needed or after an anaphylactic reaction at 9.AD: Annual Review and discussion of Policy FFC (EXHIBIT): Student Support Services. Federal law requires each district to designate an appropriate employee as the district liaison for homeless children. Check that the correct name, position, address, and phone number are listed for this individual and that this information has been sent to TEA. For more information on designating a liaison or to desig9.AE: Annual Review and discussion of Policy FFG (LOCAL): Child Abuse and Neglect. State law requires the board to annually review policies for reporting child abuse and to distribute the policies to all personnel at the beginning of each school year. This policy includes important information regarding the district’s required program to address child sexual abuse, trafficking, and maltreatment.9.W: Annual Review and discussion of Policy EIF (LOCAL): Graduation This policy should reflect whether the district requires additional credits beyond the number mandated by the state for graduation under the foundation program, with or without an endorsement. Additionally, the policy should reflect whether the district awards credit for physical education substitutions, including those from an appropr9.X: Annual Review and discussion of Policy FB (EXHIBIT)): Equal Education Opportunity This exhibit includes the contact information for the district’s Title IX and ADA/Section 504 coordinators to whom students may make reports regarding prohibited discrimination, harassment, dating violence, and retaliation. Check that the exhibit lists the correct name, position, address, email address, and phone num9.Y: Annual Review and discussion of Policy FD (LOCAL): Admissions If a district chooses to prohibit homeschool students from participating in extracurricular activities through the district, it must adopt a policy indicating such. UIL has established a deadline of August 1 for districts. Please verify that FD(LOCAL) includes Students Not Enrolled if this is the district’s practice and contact your pol9.Z: Annual Review and discussion of Policy FDA (LOCAL): Interdistrict Transfers State law permits the board, without entering into an interlocal agreement, to establish and operate a transportation system outside the district to transport enrolled students who reside outside the district. To do so, the board must have a policy, and the district must also certify that the performance and accountability9.AA: Annual Review and discussion of Policy FFA (LOCAL): Wellness and Health Services Under federal law, each district that participates in the National School Lunch Program and/or the School Breakfast Program must adopt a wellness policy that includes goals for nutrition promotion and education, physical activity, and other school-based activities to promote student wellness, as well as nutrition guid9.AB: Annual Review and discussion of Policy FFAC (LOCAL): Medical Treatment. This policy reflects current guidance from the Texas Department of State Health Services and common district practices. If not currently reflected in your policy, contact your policy consultant if the district purchases or provides any medication for students, including nonprescription medication in the district's athletic pro9.AG: Annual Review and discussion of Policy FM (LOCAL): Student Activities. This policy includes the maximum number of absences related to extracurricular activities that a student will be allowed in a school year. Check that the number of absences allowed and the conditions under which the absences are permitted are still correct. If a district chooses to prohibit homeschool students from participatin9.AH: Annual Review and discussion of PolicyGKE (LOCAL): Business, Civic, and Youth Groups. GKE(LOCAL) satisfies the state law requirement for a board policy to allow a principal to provide a representative of a patriotic society an opportunity to speak to students during the school day. The policy must give the principal discretion over the date and time and allow the principal to limit the presentatio10: Future Agenda Items11: Adjournment2026-06-18 • SPECIAL SESSION
WEST SABINE ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from WEST SABINE ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order Speaker(s): Board President1.A: Presiding Officer establishes a quorum is present.1.B: Notice of Posting: Description: It has been found and determined that in accordance with the policies and orders of the Board, the notice of this meeting was posted publicly at the Administration Building in accordance with the terms and provisions of the Texas Open Meeting Act, Texas Government Code, Section 551.001 et. Seq., and that all of the terms of said article have been fully complied with1.C: Pledge of Allegiance- American and Texas Flags2: Public comments/audience participation.3: Superintendent's Report3.A: District Reports3.B: Contractor Reports4: Executive/Closed Session Description: The Board of Trustees will conduct an Executive/Closed Session pursuant to the following provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in Open Session. 551.071 -Consultation with Attorney: A governmental body may conduct a private consultation with its attorney when4.A: Centrix Updates4.A.a: Introduction to Centrix & LiveOak4.A.b: Discuss ESPC (Texas Education Code 44.901)4.A.c: West Sabine ISD's Facility Assessment Results4.A.d: Recommended Scopes of Work4.A.e: "Bridge Project" vs Future Bond Project4.A.f: Q & A4.A.g: Future & Funding Considerations4.A.h: Cost of Delay5: Open Session6: Budget Amendments7: Discussion and Possible Action Items8: Future Agenda Items9: Adjournment2026-06-04 • SPECIAL SESSION
WEST SABINE ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from WEST SABINE ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order Speaker(s): Board President1.A: Presiding Officer establishes a quorum is present.1.B: Notice of Posting: Description: It has been found and determined that in accordance with the policies and orders of the Board, the notice of this meeting was posted publicly at the Administration Building in accordance with the terms and provisions of the Texas Open Meeting Act, Texas Government Code, Section 551.001 et. Seq., and that all of the terms of said article have been fully complied with1.C: Pledge of Allegiance- American and Texas Flags2: Public comments/audience participation.3: Superintendent's Report3.A: District Reports3.B: Contractor Reports5.C.d: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the employment of JH/HS teachers.4: Executive/Closed Session Description: The Board of Trustees will conduct an Executive/Closed Session pursuant to the following provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in Open Session. 551.071 -Consultation with Attorney: A governmental body may conduct a private consultation with its attorney when4.A: Personnel4.A.a: Consultation with attorney regarding proposed personnel action involving a certified District employee (E.R.), pursuant to Texas Government Code § 551.071, and deliberation regarding the employment and contract of a District employee (E.R.), pursuant to Texas Government Code § 551.074.4.A.b: Discussion and possible action on a proposal by the Superintendent to rescind the term contract renewal of a certified District employee (T.R.), and authorization for the Board President to issue written notice of proposed nonrenewal pursuant to Texas Education Code § 21.206 and Board Policy DFBB (LOCAL).4.B: Contracts4.C: Employment4.C.a: Review and discuss the employment of Filoteo Gomez-Martinez for HS Spanish position for the 2026-2027 school year.4.C.b: Review and consider the employment of administration.4.C.c: Review and consider the employment of elementary teachers.4.C.d: Review and consider the employment of JH/HS teachers.4.D: Resignation(s)/Retirements(s)5: Open Session5.A: Personnel5.A.a: Discussion and possible action on a proposal by the Superintendent to rescind nonrenewal the term contract of a certified District employee (E.R.), pursuant to Texas Education Code § 21.206 and Board Policy DFBB (LOCAL).5.A.b: Discussion and possible action on a proposal by the Superintendent to rescind the term contract renewal of a certified District employee (T.R.), and authorization for the Board President to issue written notice of proposed nonrenewal pursuant to Texas Education Code § 21.206 and Board Policy DFBB (LOCAL).5.B: Contracts5.C: Employment5.C.a: Review and discuss the employment of Filoteo Gomez-Martinez for HS Spanish position for the 2026-2027 school year.5.C.b: Review, discuss, and consider the employment of administration.5.C.c: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the employment of elementary teachers.5.D: Resignation(s)/Retirement(s)5.D.a: Joseph Scott Simmons6: Budget Amendments7: Discussion and Possible Action Items7.A: Review, Discuss, and Consider for Approval the addition of position: Data Coordinator/Administrator.8: Future Agenda Items9: Adjournment2026-05-19 • REGULAR SESSION
WEST SABINE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from WEST SABINE ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order Speaker(s): Board President1.A: Presiding Officer establishes a quorum is present.1.B: Notice of Posting: Description: It has been found and determined that in accordance with the policies and orders of the Board, the notice of this meeting was posted publicly at the Administration Building in accordance with the terms and provisions of the Texas Open Meeting Act, Texas Government Code, Section 551.001 et. Seq., and that all of the terms of said article have been fully complied with1.C: Pledge of Allegiance- American and Texas Flags2: Public comments/audience participation.2.A: Public Notice of Intent to Apply for Federal Grant Funds3: Superintendent's Report3.A: 2026 Graduating Seniors3.B: TIA Designations3.C: District Reports3.C.a: Annual SHAC Report3.C.b: Seamless Summer Feeding Program3.D: Contractor Reports3.E: 2026 West Sabine ISD Graduates4: Executive/Closed Session Description: The Board of Trustees will conduct an Executive/Closed Session pursuant to the following provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in Open Session. 551.071 -Consultation with Attorney: A governmental body may conduct a private consultation with its attorney when4.A: District Technology Report4.B: Personnel4.C: Contracts4.C.a: Review and discuss the contract renewal of Larryn Hall.4.C.b: Review and discuss the contract renewal of Jason Tanner.4.D: Employment4.D.a: Review and consider the employment of administration.4.D.b: Review and consider the employment of elementary teachers.4.D.c: Review and consider the employment of JH/HS teachers.4.E: Resignation(s)/Retirements(s)5: Open Session5.A: Personnel5.B: Contracts5.B.a: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the contract renewal for Larryn Hall.5.B.b: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the contract renewal for Jason Tanner.5.C: Employment5.C.a: Review, discuss, and consider the employment of administration.5.C.b: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the employment of elementary teachers.5.C.c: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the employment of JH/HS teachers.5.D: Resignation(s)/Retirement(s)6: Consent Agenda6.A: Minutes of the Meeting(s) of the Board.7: Financial7.A: Monthly Financial Report7.B: Local Policy GKB-Donations (if any)8: Budget Amendments9: Discussion and Possible Action Items9.A: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the refund request in the amount of $1633.50 for Donald Ray Heggins Jr. for Homestead Exemption.9.B: Review, discuss, and consider awarding RFP 26-01: School Bus Bids.9.C: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the 2026 Sabine County Shared Services Agreement.9.D: Review, Discuss, and Consider for approval the Localized Policy Manual Numbered Update 127.10: Future Agenda Items11: Adjournment2026-05-13 • SPECIAL SESSION
WEST SABINE ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from WEST SABINE ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order Speaker(s): Board President1.A: Presiding Officer establishes a quorum is present.1.B: Notice of Posting: Description: It has been found and determined that in accordance with the policies and orders of the Board, the notice of this meeting was posted publicly at the Administration Building in accordance with the terms and provisions of the Texas Open Meeting Act, Texas Government Code, Section 551.001 et. Seq., and that all of the terms of said article have been fully complied with1.C: Pledge of Allegiance- American and Texas Flags2: Canvass May 2, 2026 School Board Election and Declare Results of Election2.A: Official Results2.B: Manual Count3: Issue Certificates of Election4: Oath of Office5: Elect Board Officers5.A: President5.B: Vice-President5.C: Secretary6: Public comments/audience participation.7: Adjournment2026-04-28 • REGULAR SESSION
WEST SABINE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from WEST SABINE ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order Speaker(s): Board President1.A: Presiding Officer establishes a quorum is present.1.B: Notice of Posting: Description: It has been found and determined that in accordance with the policies and orders of the Board, the notice of this meeting was posted publicly at the Administration Building in accordance with the terms and provisions of the Texas Open Meeting Act, Texas Government Code, Section 551.001 et. Seq., and that all of the terms of said article have been fully complied with1.C: Pledge of Allegiance- American and Texas Flags Led by Little Dribbler Senior Boys2: Public comments/audience participation.3: Superintendent's Report3.A: District Reports3.A.a: Recognition and Congratulations to the West Sabine Little Dribbler Senior Boys on their 2nd National Championship: Byntlee Alcalais, Easton Bragg, Patrick "Bump" Brown, Ja'Kameron Chatman, Aiden Dupree, Cooper Ebarb, Ethan Galloway, Holden Hall, Easton Jones, Anthony "Buddy" Weatherspoon3.A.b: Annual WSISD Board of Trustees Continuing Education Report.3.A.c: D.P. 2.3 - Number of out of class discipline placements (ISS, OSS, DAEP)3.B: Contractor Reports4: Executive/Closed Session Description: The Board of Trustees will conduct an Executive/Closed Session pursuant to the following provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in Open Session. 551.071 -Consultation with Attorney: A governmental body may conduct a private consultation with its attorney when4.A: Personnel4.A.a: Consultation with attorney regarding proposed personnel action involving a certified District employee (E.R.), pursuant to Texas Government Code § 551.071, and deliberation regarding the employment and contract of a District employee (E.R.), pursuant to Texas Government Code § 551.074.4.B: Contracts4.C: Employment4.C.a: Review and discuss the employment of Rebecca Whitton, certified teacher, for the 2026-2027 school year.4.C.b: Review and consider the employment of elementary teachers.4.C.c: Review and consider the employment of JH/HS teachers.4.D: Resignation(s)/Retirements(s)5: Open Session5.A: Personnel5.A.a: Discussion and possible action on a proposal by the Superintendent to not renew the term contract of a certified District employee (E.R.), and authorization for the Board President to issue written notice of proposed nonrenewal pursuant to Texas Education Code § 21.206 and Board Policy DFBB (LOCAL).5.B: Contracts5.C: Employment5.C.a: Review, discuss, and consider the employment of Rebecca Whitton, certified teacher, for the 2026-2027 school year.5.C.b: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the employment of elementary teachers.5.C.c: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the employment of JH/HS teachers.5.D: Resignation(s)/Retirement(s)6: Consent Agenda6.A: Minutes of the Meeting(s) of the Board.7: Financial7.A: Monthly Financial Report7.B: Local Policy GKB-Donations (if any)8: Budget Amendments9: Discussion and Possible Action Items9.A: School Board Self Evaluations9.B: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the lease renewal with Pineland Activity and Nutrition Center. Edit Utilities Agreement to include 50% responsibility9.C: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the resolution for district wide shut down for the week of July 6-10 and the compensation of employees contracted for 226 days.9.D: Review, discuss, and consider the ratification of the Certification of the Provision of Instructional Materials for the 2026-27 school year.9.E: Review, discuss, and consider approval the revised 2026–2027 school calendar, including changing the student holiday from October 9 to October 2 in alignment with the football schedule (home game on October 9 and bye week on October 2), adjusting the reporting period to end on October 1, and moving the professional development day to September 9.9.F: Consideration and Possible Action to Solicit Bids for Sale of District Property: 2002 GMC Lift Bus. Description: The Board will consider and take possible action to authorize the Superintendent to solicit bids for the sale of a 2002 GMC Special Education Lift Bus . The vehicle is no longer needed for district operations and will be sold "as is" to the highest responsible bidder, in accordance with10: Future Agenda Items10.A: School Board Summit Region 7 - July 17-18, 202611: Adjournment2026-04-20 • SPECIAL SESSION
WEST SABINE ISD Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from WEST SABINE ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order Speaker(s): Board President5.B: Contracts1.A: Presiding Officer establishes a quorum is present.1.B: Notice of Posting: Description: It has been found and determined that in accordance with the policies and orders of the Board, the notice of this meeting was posted publicly at the Administration Building in accordance with the terms and provisions of the Texas Open Meeting Act, Texas Government Code, Section 551.001 et. Seq., and that all of the terms of said article have been fully complied with1.C: Pledge of Allegiance- American and Texas Flags2: Public Hearing2.A: SB 546: 3 Point Seat Belts3: Public comments/audience participation.4: Superintendent's Report4.A: District Reports4.B: Contractor Reports5: Executive/Closed Session Description: The Board of Trustees will conduct an Executive/Closed Session pursuant to the following provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in Open Session. 551.071 -Consultation with Attorney: A governmental body may conduct a private consultation with its attorney when5.A: Personnel5.A.a: Review and discuss the employment of Evan Richardson.5.B.a: Possible Amendments to Superintendent's Contract5.C: Employment5.C.a: Review and discuss the employment of Renekil Hamilton for the Finance II position for the 2026-2027 school year.5.D: Resignation(s)/Retirements(s)6: Open Session6.A: Personnel6.A.a: Review, discuss, and consider the employment of Evan Richardson.6.B: Contracts6.B.a: Review, discuss and consider approval of Possible Amendments to the Superintendent's Contract.6.C: Employment6.C.a: Review, discuss, and consider the employment of Renekil Hamilton, Finance II, for the 2026-2027 school year.6.D: Resignation(s)/Retirement(s)7: Budget Amendments8: Discussion and Possible Action Items8.A: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the contract issuance for the 2026-2027 school year for Campus Police Officer , Shane Walton.8.B: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES WEST SABINE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT SB 546 SEAT BELT REQUIREMENTS - FINANCIAL INABILITY DETERMINATION.9: Future Agenda Items9.A: School Board Summit- Region 7 - July 17-18, 202610: Adjournment2026-03-24 • REGULAR SESSION
WEST SABINE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Verbatim meeting docket from WEST SABINE ISD BoardBook public portal.
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order Speaker(s): Board President1.A: Presiding Officer establishes a quorum is present.1.B: Notice of Posting: Description: It has been found and determined that in accordance with the policies and orders of the Board, the notice of this meeting was posted publicly at the Administration Building in accordance with the terms and provisions of the Texas Open Meeting Act, Texas Government Code, Section 551.001 et. Seq., and that all of the terms of said article have been fully complied with1.C: Pledge of Allegiance- American and Texas Flags: JH Student Council Members2: Public comments/audience participation.3: Superintendent's Report3.A: District Reports3.A.a: JH GT3.A.b: Superintendent Announcement of Beaumont Foundation's Gilbert I. "Buddy" Low Excellence in Education Award.3.A.c: D.P. 3.1- Meet the number of annually expected parent/family engagement activities3.A.d: D.P 3.2- Number of two way parent/teacher communications3.B: Contractor Reports:3.B.a: Update from Centrix4: Executive/Closed Session Description: The Board of Trustees will conduct an Executive/Closed Session pursuant to the following provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in Open Session. 551.071 -Consultation with Attorney: A governmental body may conduct a private consultation with its attorney when4.A: Personnel4.A.a: Chapter 21 Teacher Contracts4.A.b: Review and discuss of Possible Amendments to the Superintendent's Contract.4.A.c: Discuss Retiree/Rehiree Surcharge4.B: Employment4.B.a: JH Math-Harlie Brown4.B.b: HS Science- Alex McSwain4.B.c: HS English-Katherine Ferguson-Taylor (Alt Cert Program)4.C: Resignation(s)/Retirements(s)4.C.a: Janet Richardson.5: Open Session5.A: Employment5.A.a: Review, discuss, and consider the employment of Harlie Brown for JH Math position for the 2026-2027 school year.5.A.b: Review, discuss, and consider the employment of Alex McSwain for HS Science position for the 2026-2027 school year.5.A.c: Review, discuss, and consider the employment of Katherine Ferguson-Taylor (Alt Cert Program) for HS English position for the 2026-2027 school year.5.B: Resignation(s)/Retirement(s)5.B.a: Accept the resignation of the following Chapter 21 contract employee, Janet Richardson.6: Consent Agenda6.A: Minutes of the Meeting(s) of the Board.6.B: Local Policy GKB-Donations (if any)7: Financial7.A: Monthly Financial Report8: Budget Amendments9: Discussion and Possible Action Items9.A: Review, discuss and consider approval of Possible Amendments to the Superintendent's Contract.9.B: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the contract renewals for Junior High/High School teachers.9.C: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the contract renewals for Elementary School teachers.9.D: Review, discuss, and consider the ratification of the Certification of the Provision of Instructional Materials for the 2026-27 school year.9.E: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the 2026-2027 School Calendar.9.F: Review, discuss, and consider the approval of Region 7 as Contract partner for LASO 4 grant.9.G: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the application for a School District Teaching Permit for Dr. Casi Rekieta, CTE Business English.9.H: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the application for a School District Teaching Permit for Shelby Lowe, CTE Nursing Science.9.I: Discuss and Consider for approval the posting of an Elementary Assistant Principal position.9.J: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the 2026 Election Agreement between Sabine County and the West Sabine ISD for Election equipment and services.9.K: Review, discuss, and consider for approval to appoint a resident of West Sabine ISD to serve a two (2) year term on the Sabine County Appraisal District Board of Directors. The resident must have resided in the district for at least two (2) years immediately preceding the date the individual takes office.9.L: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the Staff Development Minutes Waiver for the 2026-2027 school year.9.M: Review, discuss, and consider for approval the retirement surcharges.9.N: Discuss and consider a long range facilities planning committee and district finance strategies.10: Future Agenda Items11: Adjournment2026-02-16 • REGULAR SESSION
WEST SABINE 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: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings7: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion2026-01-19 • REGULAR SESSION
WEST SABINE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment7: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments5: Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion6: Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation2025-12-15 • REGULAR SESSION
WEST SABINE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment6: Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders5: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls7: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings2025-11-17 • REGULAR SESSION
WEST SABINE 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: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls6: Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure2025-10-20 • REGULAR SESSION
WEST SABINE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment7: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion5: Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings6: Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners2025-09-15 • REGULAR SESSION
WEST SABINE 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 Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls6: Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation5: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts2025-08-18 • REGULAR SESSION
WEST SABINE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment7: Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls5: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments6: Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation2025-07-21 • REGULAR SESSION
WEST SABINE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment6: Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation7: Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments5: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion2025-06-16 • REGULAR SESSION
WEST SABINE ISD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Parsed Docket Items:
1: Call to Order and Verification of Quorum2: Public Comment on Agenda and Non-Agenda Items3: Consent Agenda: Approval of Board Meeting Minutes, Monthly Bills, and Financial Statements4: Chief Financial Officer's Report: Budget Amendments, Tax Collections, and Investments8: Adjournment6: Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation5: Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts7: Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion