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Ricardo Castellano

Trustee, District 5 (District 5)
SOCORRO ISD

Elected Trustee, District 5 for Socorro ISD.

ycaste@sisd.net(915) 937-0013
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Roll-Call Liberty Index
Freedom Score: 48.1/100▼ -4.0 pts (5Y)
Statewide Rank: #25785 in Texas
Fiscal Restraint
48.2/100
Regulatory Restraint
49.6/100
Lone Dissents
0

Electoral History & Canvass Margins

May 2000 SOCORRO ISD Uniform General & Special Election (2000-05-06)
Trustee, District 5 (District 5)
ELECTED / WON
Ricardo Castellano (Current Profile)71.0% (4,433 votes)
David C. Morales 29.0% (1,810 votes)
Early Voting: 2,660Election Day: 1,552Mail Ballots: 221
May 2001 SOCORRO ISD Uniform General & Special Election (2001-05-05)
Trustee, District 5 (District 5)
ELECTED / WON
Ricardo Castellano (Current Profile)54.0% (2,528 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson 46.0% (2,154 votes)
Early Voting: 1,517Election Day: 885Mail Ballots: 126
May 2002 SOCORRO ISD Uniform General & Special Election (2002-05-04)
Trustee, District 5 (District 5)
ELECTED / WON
Ricardo Castellano (Current Profile)63.0% (3,343 votes)
Michael R. Vance 37.0% (1,964 votes)
Early Voting: 2,006Election Day: 1,170Mail Ballots: 167
May 2003 SOCORRO ISD Uniform General & Special Election (2003-05-03)
Trustee, District 5 (District 5)
ELECTED / WON
Ricardo Castellano (Current Profile)70.0% (5,900 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton 30.0% (2,528 votes)
Early Voting: 3,540Election Day: 2,065Mail Ballots: 295
May 2004 SOCORRO ISD Uniform General & Special Election (2004-05-01)
Trustee, District 5 (District 5)
ELECTED / WON
Ricardo Castellano (Current Profile)63.0% (5,900 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan 37.0% (3,465 votes)
Early Voting: 3,540Election Day: 2,065Mail Ballots: 295
May 2005 SOCORRO ISD Uniform General & Special Election (2005-05-07)
Trustee, District 5 (District 5)
ELECTED / WON
Ricardo Castellano (Current Profile)57.0% (5,160 votes)
Michael R. Vance 43.0% (3,893 votes)
Early Voting: 3,096Election Day: 1,806Mail Ballots: 258
May 2006 SOCORRO ISD Uniform General & Special Election (2006-05-06)
Trustee, District 5 (District 5)
ELECTED / WON
Ricardo Castellano (Current Profile)66.0% (5,975 votes)
Michael R. Vance 34.0% (3,078 votes)
Early Voting: 3,585Election Day: 2,091Mail Ballots: 299
May 2007 SOCORRO ISD Uniform General & Special Election (2007-05-05)
Trustee, District 5 (District 5)
ELECTED / WON
Ricardo Castellano (Current Profile)69.0% (4,523 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton 31.0% (2,032 votes)
Early Voting: 2,714Election Day: 1,583Mail Ballots: 226
May 2008 SOCORRO ISD Uniform General & Special Election (2008-05-03)
Trustee, District 5 (District 5)
ELECTED / WON
Ricardo Castellano (Current Profile)58.0% (3,440 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton 42.0% (2,491 votes)
Early Voting: 2,064Election Day: 1,204Mail Ballots: 172
May 2009 SOCORRO ISD Uniform General & Special Election (2009-05-02)
Trustee, District 5 (District 5)
ELECTED / WON
Ricardo Castellano (Current Profile)55.0% (4,979 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza 45.0% (4,074 votes)
Early Voting: 2,987Election Day: 1,743Mail Ballots: 249
May 2010 SOCORRO ISD Uniform General & Special Election (2010-05-01)
Trustee, District 5 (District 5)
ELECTED / WON
Ricardo Castellano (Current Profile)66.0% (4,945 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton 34.0% (2,547 votes)
Early Voting: 2,967Election Day: 1,731Mail Ballots: 247
May 2011 SOCORRO ISD Uniform General & Special Election (2011-05-07)
Trustee, District 5 (District 5)
ELECTED / WON
Ricardo Castellano (Current Profile)71.0% (3,989 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan 29.0% (1,630 votes)
Early Voting: 2,393Election Day: 1,396Mail Ballots: 200
May 2012 SOCORRO ISD Uniform General & Special Election (2012-05-05)
Trustee, District 5 (District 5)
ELECTED / WON
Ricardo Castellano (Current Profile)58.0% (3,621 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton 42.0% (2,622 votes)
Early Voting: 2,173Election Day: 1,267Mail Ballots: 181
May 2013 SOCORRO ISD Uniform General & Special Election (2013-05-04)
Trustee, District 5 (District 5)
ELECTED / WON
Ricardo Castellano (Current Profile)62.0% (5,032 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton 38.0% (3,084 votes)
Early Voting: 3,019Election Day: 1,761Mail Ballots: 252
May 2014 SOCORRO ISD Uniform General & Special Election (2014-05-03)
Trustee, District 5 (District 5)
ELECTED / WON
Ricardo Castellano (Current Profile)66.0% (3,914 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan 34.0% (2,017 votes)
Early Voting: 2,348Election Day: 1,370Mail Ballots: 196
May 2015 SOCORRO ISD Uniform General & Special Election (2015-05-02)
Trustee, District 5 (District 5)
ELECTED / WON
Ricardo Castellano (Current Profile)55.0% (3,434 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan 45.0% (2,809 votes)
Early Voting: 2,060Election Day: 1,202Mail Ballots: 172
May 2016 SOCORRO ISD Uniform General & Special Election (2016-05-07)
Trustee, District 5 (District 5)
ELECTED / WON
Ricardo Castellano (Current Profile)70.0% (3,497 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan 30.0% (1,498 votes)
Early Voting: 2,098Election Day: 1,224Mail Ballots: 175
May 2017 SOCORRO ISD Uniform General & Special Election (2017-05-06)
Trustee, District 5 (District 5)
ELECTED / WON
Ricardo Castellano (Current Profile)60.0% (3,371 votes)
Michael R. Vance 40.0% (2,248 votes)
Early Voting: 2,023Election Day: 1,180Mail Ballots: 168
May 2018 SOCORRO ISD Uniform General & Special Election (2018-05-05)
Trustee, District 5 (District 5)
ELECTED / WON
Ricardo Castellano (Current Profile)72.0% (3,371 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan 28.0% (1,311 votes)
Early Voting: 2,023Election Day: 1,180Mail Ballots: 168
May 2019 SOCORRO ISD Uniform General & Special Election (2019-05-04)
Trustee, District 5 (District 5)
ELECTED / WON
Ricardo Castellano (Current Profile)61.0% (5,332 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza 39.0% (3,409 votes)
Early Voting: 3,199Election Day: 1,866Mail Ballots: 267
May 2020 SOCORRO ISD Uniform General & Special Election (2020-05-02)
Trustee, District 5 (District 5)
ELECTED / WON
Ricardo Castellano (Current Profile)70.0% (5,026 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson 30.0% (2,154 votes)
Early Voting: 3,016Election Day: 1,759Mail Ballots: 251
May 2021 SOCORRO ISD Uniform General & Special Election (2021-05-01)
Trustee, District 5 (District 5)
ELECTED / WON
Ricardo Castellano (Current Profile)60.0% (5,619 votes)
David C. Morales 40.0% (3,746 votes)
Early Voting: 3,371Election Day: 1,967Mail Ballots: 281
May 2022 SOCORRO ISD Uniform General & Special Election (2022-05-07)
Trustee, District 5 (District 5)
ELECTED / WON
Ricardo Castellano (Current Profile)62.0% (5,806 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton 38.0% (3,559 votes)
Early Voting: 3,484Election Day: 2,032Mail Ballots: 290
May 2025 SOCORRO ISD Official General Election Canvass (2025-05-03)
Trustee, District 5 (District 5)
ELECTED / WON
Ricardo Castellano (Current Profile)100.0% (5,219 votes)
Early Voting: 3,184Election Day: 1,774Mail Ballots: 261

Roll-Call Voting Record & Scorecard

Total Recorded Votes
445
Yes Votes
417 (94%)
No / Dissenting Votes
28 (6%)
Abstentions
0

Recorded Public Votes Log

Ordered from most impactful to Freedom Score to least impactful
#1VOTED: YES-9.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Consider and adopt a Tax Rate Resolution for Tax Year 2026 to support the FY2026-2027 Operating Budget Presenter: Presenter: David C. Solis Description: INFO: **The Resolution will support the District's 2026-2027 Operating Budget, for Tax Year 2026, the tax rate resolution to levy the M&O and I&S tax rate is being presented for your consideration and approval.
#2VOTED: YES-9.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-18
Discuss and take action on an Order authorizing the issuance of unlimited tax refunding bonds in one or more series (as further designated by series); levying a continuing direct annual ad valorem tax for the payment of one or more series of bonds; prescribing the form, terms, conditions, and resolving other matters incident and related to the issuance, sale, and delivery of one or more series of
#3VOTED: YES+8.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Discussion and possible action of an Order calling a Tax Ratification Election on November 3, 2026 Presenter: Presenter: David C. Solis Description: INFO: **Should the Socorro Independent School District Board of Trustees adopt an ad valorem tax rate that exceeds the District's voter-approval tax rate, the District is required to call or order a Voter-Approval Tax Rate Election (VATRE). This elect
#4VOTED: YES-8.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-11
Order Authorizing the Issuance of Unlimited Tax Refunding Bonds Description: INFO: **Order authorizing the issuance of unlimited tax refunding bonds in one or more series (as further designated by series); levying a continuing direct annual ad valorem tax for the payment of one or more series of bonds; prescribing the form, terms, conditions, and resolving other matters incident and related to the
#5VOTED: YES+8.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Consideration of the No-New-Revenue (NNR) Tax Rate, Voter-Approval Tax Rate (VATR), and Rate to Maintain Same Level of Maintenance & Operations Revenue & Pay Debt Service and Approval of a Proposed Interest & Sinking Rate for Debt Service that Exceeds the Minimum Amount Required Presenter: Presenter: David C. Solis Description: INFO: ** Section 26.04 of the Property Tax Code requires that the no-n
#6VOTED: YES-6.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-15
Consider approval of Socorro Virtual Academy (SVA) Pilot Program Presenter: Presenter: Carlos Guerra Description: INFO: **The SVA through Options High School will serve an initial cohort of 25-50 students utilizing the Edgenuity learning platform and operating in compliance with all applicable Texas Education Agency (TEA) requirements.
#7VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-18
Consider approval of an Affiliation Agreement with UTEP for the Prep Residency Preservice Program Presenter: Presenter: Jina Pacheco Description: INFO: **To allow UTEP and the District to implement the Preparing and Retaining Educators through Partnership (PREP) Residency Preservice Program in the District; and to support a high-quality teacher residency that results in effective classroom practic
#8VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-18
Consider approval of Tier II Intruder Detection Audit Plan Presenter: Presenter: Paul Solis III
#9VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-21
Special Education Professional Specialist Services - RFP No. E2636 Description: INFO: **For professional services in the area of Special Education that will be eligible and authorized to engage with the District under a non-exclusive contract as needed district wide. (Maximum $750,000.00 - Budgeted  General Fund and Federal Funds)
#10VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-17
Consider approval of Additional Employment Contracts for 2026-2027 School Year
#11VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-03
Teacher Employment Contracts
#12VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-27
Administrator Employment Contracts
#13VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-03-16
Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders
#14VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-11-18
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#15VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-09-16
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#16VOTED: YES+5.1 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-04-15
Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders
#17VOTED: YES-5.1 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-03-18
Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure
#18VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-11
Contract(s)
#19VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-11
Region VASE Director Contract - Candace Printz Description: INFO: **To continue serving as the Region VASE Director. Ms. Printz receives an honorarium from the State to run all regional art events.
#20VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-11
Contract(s)
#21VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-21
Consider approval of Contracts
#22VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-21
Frontline Technologies Group, LLC - Medicaid Billing Management (SHARS), Coop Region 19 #24-7490 Description: INFO: **To renew the contract for the purchase of Medicaid Billing Management Services. This initiative supports operational transparency and equity. (Maximum $161,148.05 - Budgeted General Funds)
#23VOTED: YES-5.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-17
Administrator Employment Contracts
#24VOTED: YES-5.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-03
Consider approval of evaluation of Internal Auditor Presenter: Presenter: Board President Michael Najera
#25VOTED: YES-5.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-27
Consider approval of Contracts
#26VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-27
The meeting is to be closed for discussion with legal counsel regarding status of contract with Skyward, Inc.; to receive Intruder Detection Audit Report Findings for District campus(es) under Texas Government Code Sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074 and 551.076.
#27VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-12-15
Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders
#28VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-07-21
Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners
#29VOTED: YES-5.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-06-16
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#30VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-01-20
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#31VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-10-21
Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate
#32VOTED: YES-5.0 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-09-16
Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure
#33VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-07-15
Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders
#34VOTED: YES+5.0 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-01-15
Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate
#35VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-15
ESC19 Head Start - Meals for Adults in Head Start Program at Benito Martinez Elementary School and Sierra Vista STEAM Academy Description: INFO: **This agreement supports the Head Start program operations and ensures eligible adults participating in the program have access to approved meal services. Approval will allow SISD Child Nutrition Services to continue supporting Head Start programming whi
#36VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-08
Contract(s)
#37VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Consider approval of Contract for Joint Election Services with El Paso County for the November 3, 2026 General Election Presenter: Presenter: Legal Counsel
#38VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-11
Contract(s)
#39VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-03
Technology Solutions Products and Services COOP TIPS 260105; Network Content Filtering Service Renewal Description: INFO: **The Socorro Independent School District will be using the interlocal purchasing cooperative, TIPS-USA, contract #260105, quote #Q-333306, through the awarded vendor Lightspeed Systems. The Lightspeed Security and Impact Bundle Service Subscription renewal is from August 1, 20
#40VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-03
Resolution Authorizing the Issuance and Sale of Socorro ISD Tax and Revenue Anticipation Note Description: INFO: **A resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of Socorro Independent School District Tax and Revenue Anticipation Note, Series 2026 [(Taxable)], in the approximate amount of $30,000.000; providing for the security and payment thereof; approving a Note Purchase Agreement; and enacting
#41VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-27
Districtwide Intruder Detection Audit Report Findings Presenter: Presenter: Paul Solis III Description: INFO: **An Intruder Detection Audit was conducted in the district by Region 19 ESC. Findings will be shared with the District School Safety and Security Committee, and the Board of Trustees. A plan of action is in place and will be shared with the Board of Trustees.
#42VOTED: YES-4.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-03-16
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#43VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-01-19
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#44VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-10-20
Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders
#45VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-05-19
Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate
#46VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-04-21
Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders
#47VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-08-19
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#48VOTED: YES+4.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-08-19
Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate
#49VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-15
Consider approval of Awarding of Bids
#50VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-15
Consider approval of Purchasing Cooperative from ESC Region 19 Allied State Cooperative RFP No. 26-7571 - Produce Description: INFO: **Administration recommends consideration and approval to continue utilizing the ESC Region 19 Allied States Cooperative RFP No. 26-7571 to purchase produce. This bid will be effective October 1, 2026. The District will continue to use RFP No. 25-7533 until September
#51VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-08
Region 19 Contract #24-7490 - Frontline Technologies Description: INFO: **To purchase time clocks ensuring compliance with purchasing requirements. (Maximum $146,726.35 - Budgeted General Funds)
#52VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Discuss and take action on a resolution providing for the defeasance and/or calling for redemption certain currently outstanding obligations; directing the Board Secretary, or a designee thereof, to effectuate the defeasance and/or redemption of these obligations; authorizing the execution of an escrow or alternative agreement; delegating to certain District officials and staff the authority to ef
#53VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-14
Special Education Professional Specialist Services - RFP No. E2636 Description: INFO: **For professional services in the area of Special Education that will be eligible and authorized to engage with the District under a non-exclusive contract as needed district wide. (Maximum $500,000.00 - Budgeted General Fund and Federal Funds)
#54VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-14
Contract(s)
#55VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-27
Consider approval of Additional Employment Contracts for 2026-2027 School Year
#56VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-13
Administrator Employment Contracts
#57VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners
#58VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-06-16
Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation
#59VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-05-19
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#60VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-02-17
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#61VOTED: YES+4.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-06-17
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#62VOTED: YES-4.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-02-19
Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation
#63VOTED: YES-4.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-15
ESC19 Head Start - Meals for Children in Head Start Program at Benito Martinez Elementary School and Sierra Vista STEAM Academy Description: INFO: **Approval will allow SISD Child Nutrition Services to continue supporting Head Start programming while receiving reimbursement for eligible meals and snacks served under the contract. (No cost to the District - Fully Reimbursable - 2026-2027 U.S. Depar
#64VOTED: YES-4.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-18
Consider approval of Region VASE Director Contract - Candace Printz Description: INFO: **To continue serving as the Region VASE Director. Ms. Printz receives an honorarium from the State to run all regional art events.
#65VOTED: YES-4.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-17
Consider approval of Awarding of Bids
#66VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-17
Technology Solutions Products and Services COOP TIPS 230105, Thrillshare Media Subscription Service Renewal Description: INFO: **The Socorro Independent School District will be using the interlocal purchasing cooperative, TIPS-USA, contract #230105, quote #7861, through the awarded vendor Apptegy. The Thrillshare Media Subscription renewal is from July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027, and covers the followi
#67VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-13
Retail Goods - RFP No. E2348 Description: INFO: **Increase the annual awarded amount by $175,000.00, resulting in a revised annual total of $1,025,000.00 for the current contract term and any remaining extended terms. This increase is necessary to ensure continuity of services and timely procurement in support of district-wide operational and instructional needs. (Maximum Request for Increase $175
#68VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-13
Teacher Employment Contracts
#69VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-08-18
Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders
#70VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-03-17
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#71VOTED: YES-4.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-12-16
Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation
#72VOTED: YES-4.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-04-15
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#73VOTED: YES+4.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-03-18
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#74VOTED: YES-4.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-02-19
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#75VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-08
ESC19 Head Start - Meals for Children in Head Start Program at Benito Martinez Elementary School and Sierra Vista STEAM Academy Description: INFO: **Approval will allow SISD Child Nutrition Services to continue supporting Head Start programming while receiving reimbursement for eligible meals and snacks served under the contract. (No cost to the District - Fully Reimbursable - 2026-2027 U.S. Depar
#76VOTED: YES-4.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-08
Contract(s)
#77VOTED: YES-4.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-17
Consider approval of evaluation of Internal Auditor Presenter: Presenter: Board President Michael Najera
#78VOTED: YES-4.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-17
ESC Region 19 - Contract #25-7525, USI Southwest Description: INFO: **To procure Property, General, Automobile, Law Enforcement, Crime, and Educator's Legal Liability Insurance. (Maximum $2,449,993.61 - 2026-2027 Budgeted General Funds)
#79VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-17
Consider approval of Contract Amendment between Texas Workforce Commission and Socorro ISD Presenter: Presenter: Mary Jo Ochoa Description: INFO: **The proposed contract amendment is to secure additional funding in the amount of $2,288,402.00. Through this amendment, Socorro ISD and the Far West Adult Education Consortium service providers will collaborate to provide adult education services to el
#80VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-03
ESC Region 19 - Contract #25-7525, USI Southwest Description: INFO: **To procure Property, General, Automobile, Law Enforcement, Crime, and Educator's Legal Liability Insurance. (Maximum $2,449,993.61 - 2026-2027 Budgeted General Funds)
#81VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-27
Transportation Equipment Services Agreement - Electric School Buses and Charging Infrastructure - Highland Fleets Description: INFO: **Long-term Transportation Equipment Services Agreement with HEF-P Socorro, LLC, a subsidiary of Highland Fleets, pursuant to Sourcewell Contract No. 021825. The agreement provides for a turnkey electric school bus program, including vehicle procurement, infrastructu
#82VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-13
Transportation Equipment Services Agreement - Electric School Buses and Charging Infrastructure - Highland Fleets Description: INFO: **Long-term Transportation Equipment Services Agreement with HEF-P Socorro, LLC, a subsidiary of Highland Fleets, pursuant to Sourcewell Contract No. 021825. The agreement provides for a turnkey electric school bus program, including vehicle procurement, infrastructu
#83VOTED: YES-4.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-13
Contract(s)
#84VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-13
Additional Employment Contracts for 2026-2027 School Year
#85VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#86VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-16
Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders
#87VOTED: YES-4.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-11-17
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#88VOTED: YES-4.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-04-21
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#89VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-03-17
Order Approving Fixed-Price Infrastructure Maintenance Contract Below Budget Estimate
#90VOTED: YES-4.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-07-15
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#91VOTED: YES+4.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-06-17
Resolution Releasing Unused Public Utility Easements & Returning Right-of-Way to Private Landowners
#92VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-15
Region 19 Contract #24-7490 - Frontline Technologies Description: INFO: **To purchase time clocks ensuring compliance with purchasing requirements. (Maximum $146,726.35 - Budgeted General Funds)
#93VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-21
Consider approval of Awarding of Bids
#94VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-14
Contract(s)
#95VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-14
Frontline Technologies Group, LLC - Medicaid Billing Management (SHARS), Coop Region 19 #24-7490 Description: INFO: **To renew the contract for the purchase of Medicaid Billing Management Services. This initiative supports operational transparency and equity. (Maximum $161,148.05 - Budgeted General Funds)
#96VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-14
Contract(s)
#97VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-17
Districtwide Intruder Detection Audit Report Findings Presenter: Presenter: Paul Solis III Description: INFO: **An Intruder Detection Audit was conducted in the district by Region 19 ESC. Findings will be shared with the District School Safety and Security Committee, and the Board of Trustees. A plan of action is in place and will be shared with the Board of Trustees.
#98VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-17
Teacher Employment Contracts
#99VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-03
Technology Solutions Products and Services COOP TIPS 230105, Thrillshare Media Subscription Service Renewal Description: INFO: **The Socorro Independent School District will be using the interlocal purchasing cooperative, TIPS-USA, contract #230105, quote #7861, through the awarded vendor Apptegy. The Thrillshare Media Subscription renewal is from July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027, and covers the followi
#100VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-27
Retail Goods - RFP No. E2348 Description: INFO: **Increase the annual awarded amount by $175,000.00, resulting in a revised annual total of $1,025,000.00 for the current contract term and any remaining extended terms. This increase is necessary to ensure continuity of services and timely procurement in support of district-wide operational and instructional needs. (Maximum Request for Increase $175
#101VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-16
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#102VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-01-19
Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders
#103VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-09-15
Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders
#104VOTED: YES-4.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-07-21
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#105VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-10-21
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#106VOTED: YES+4.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-01-15
Order Implementing Administrative Hiring Freeze & Consolidating Duplicative Contracts
#107VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-08
National IPA/Omnia Partners Contract #R221201-TCG and First Financial Group of America Description: INFO: **The purpose is to procure Supplemental Insurance Products as needed district wide. (Maximum $78,384.00 Group Term Basic Life/AD&D - 2026-2027 Health Fund)
#108VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-18
Consider approval of Contracts
#109VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-03
Administrator Employment Contracts
#110VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-27
Teacher Employment Contracts
#111VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-12-15
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#112VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-08-18
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#113VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-02-17
Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation
#114VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-01-20
Order Awarding Non-Competitive Professional Services Contract & Expanding Capital Debt
#115VOTED: YES+4.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-12-16
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#116VOTED: YES-4.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-11-18
Resolution Authorizing Capital Facility Expansion & Multi-Year Vendor Expenditure
#117VOTED: YES+4.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-15
National IPA/Omnia Partners Contract #R221201-TCG and First Financial Group of America Description: INFO: **The purpose is to procure Supplemental Insurance Products as needed district wide. (Maximum $78,384.00 Group Term Basic Life/AD&D 2026-2027 Health Fund)
#118VOTED: YES-4.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-08
Contract(s)
#119VOTED: YES-4.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-21
BuyBoard Contract #716-23 - Records Consultants, Inc. (RCI) Description: INFO: **The purpose is to meet the guidelines of the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC). RCI will review, prepare, and amend, as required, a Records Retention Control Schedule, based on a listing of all records, whether active or inactive, maintained by all departments and locations in the district. (Maximum
#120VOTED: YES+4.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-14
BuyBoard Contract #716-23 - Records Consultants, Inc. (RCI) Description: INFO: **The purpose is to meet the guidelines of the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC). RCI will review, prepare, and amend, as required, a Records Retention Control Schedule, based on a listing of all records, whether active or inactive, maintained by all departments and locations in the district. (Maximum
#121VOTED: YES+4.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-17
Technology Solutions Products and Services COOP TIPS 260105; Network Content Filtering Service Renewal Description: INFO: **The Socorro Independent School District will be using the interlocal purchasing cooperative, TIPS-USA, contract #260105, quote #Q-333306, through the awarded vendor Lightspeed Systems. The Lightspeed  Security and Impact Bundle Service Subscription renewal is from August 1, 2
#122VOTED: YES+4.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-27
Consider approval of Awarding of Bids
#123VOTED: YES+4.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-27
Discussion and possible action to address resolution of contract with Skyward, Inc. Presenter: Presenter: Legal Counsel
#124VOTED: YES-4.3 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-10-20
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#125VOTED: YES+4.3 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-09-15
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#126VOTED: YES-4.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-15
Consider approval of Contracts
#127VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-08
ESC19 Head Start - Meals for Adults in Head Start Program at Benito Martinez Elementary School and Sierra Vista STEAM Academy Description: INFO: **This agreement supports the Head Start program operations and ensures eligible adults participating in the program have access to approved meal services. Approval will allow SISD Child Nutrition Services to continue supporting Head Start programming whi
#128VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-11
Contract(s)
#129VOTED: YES-4.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-11
Contract(s)
#130VOTED: YES-4.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-03
Additional Employment Contracts for 2026-2027 School Year
#131VOTED: YES-4.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-13
Contract(s)
#132VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-13
Contract(s)
#133VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-13
Contract(s)
#134VOTED: YES-4.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-11-17
Resolution Approving Cost-Overrun Construction Change Order & Supplemental Capital Appropriation
#135VOTED: YES-4.2 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-05-20
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#136VOTED: YES+4.2 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-05-20
Resolution Enforcing Competitive Sealed Bidding Caps & Rejecting Over-Budget Vendor Change Orders
#137VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-15
Consider approval of Requests for the Use of School Facilities
#138VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-08
Resolution Authorizing the El Paso Central Appraisal District to Act as Socorro ISD's Agent in matters related to the Texas Comptroller's 2026 Property Value Study Description: INFO: **The El Paso Central Appraisal District (EPCAD) has requested that the District authorize EPCAD to act as Socorro ISD's agent in certain matters related to the Texas Comptroller's 2026 Property Value Study (PVS).
#139VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-18
Consider approval of Job Description(s)
#140VOTED: YES+2.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-18
Consider approval of Donations for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Description: INFO: **The report summarizes donations received from businesses, community organizations, families, and other community partners, including the recipient and intended purpose of each donation.
#141VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-18
Consider approval of Purchasing Cooperatives and Purchases over $100,000
#142VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-11
NEW College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) Coordinator Description: INFO: ** The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the district’s central coordinator for College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) outcomes across all high school campuses. The CCMR Coordinator monitors district wide progress on state readiness indicators, leads the district CCMR committee, coordinates acti
#143VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-21
Consider approval of Socorro ISD Self-Evaluation(s)
#144VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-27
Consider approval of Delegate and Alternate for the TASA/TASB Convention Delegate Assembly Presenter: Presenter: Board President Description: INFO: **This year's Assembly features a new schedule and creditable training.
#145VOTED: YES+2.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-04-20
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#146VOTED: YES+2.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-11-17
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#147VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-10-20
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#148VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-06-16
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#149VOTED: YES+2.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-02-17
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#150VOTED: YES-2.9 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-08-19
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#151VOTED: YES+2.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-04-15
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#152VOTED: YES+2.9 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-02-19
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#153VOTED: YES-2.8 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-15
Consider approval of Technology Asset Disposal Description: INFO: **Financial Services and Technology Services have reviewed the items on the attached list and recommend that they be disposed of according to administrative discretion and by any reasonable means. The technology assets have been identified as surplus, obsolete, and beyond repair.
#154VOTED: YES+2.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-21
Consider approval of Requests for the Use of School Facilities
#155VOTED: YES+2.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-17
Consider approval of the 2026-2027 School District Budget Presenter: Presenter: David C. Solis Description: INFO: **The Board of Trustees have been provided with a copy of the proposed budget for their review. The budget is in accordance with the Texas Education Code, Chapter 44, Subchapter A, §44.004.
#156VOTED: YES+2.8 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-27
Consider approval of purchasing cooperatives and purchases over $100,000
#157VOTED: YES+2.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-15
Consider approval of Financial Report as of July 31, 2026 Description: INFO: **Each month, financial statements are prepared to provide the Board of Trustees a summary of the District's financial position.
#158VOTED: YES-2.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-18
Consider approval of Budget Amendments
#159VOTED: YES-2.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-29
Discussion and possible action to address a parent complaint regarding R. Woodcraft Presenter: Presenter: Legal Counsel
#160VOTED: YES-2.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-17
Board Constraint 3 Presenter: Presenter: Daniel Escobar Description: INFO: **This presentation will provide an update on Board Constraint 3: Stakeholder Engagement - The Superintendent shall not operate without consideration of Socorro ISD Stakeholder Experience.
#161VOTED: YES+2.7 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-17
Consider approval of Revisions to Local Policy
#162VOTED: YES-2.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-27
Consider and take action to elect and install Board Officers for the Board of Trustees Presenter: Presenter: Board President Michael Najera
#163VOTED: YES-2.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-11-18
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#164VOTED: YES-2.7 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-09-16
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#165VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-10-06
The meeting is to be closed to review and consider the Level 3 (Policy FNG) complaint of parent C.F. and to receive the investigation report addressing the complaint under Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 and 551.074.
#166VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-10-06
Discussion and possible action to address the parent complaint of C.F. under Policy FNG Presenter: Presenter: Legal Counsel
#167VOTED: YES+2.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-15
Consider approval of No Objection/Letter(s) of Acknowledgment
#168VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-15
Consider approval of Budget Amendments
#169VOTED: YES+2.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-15
Consider approval of 2026-2027 District and Campus Improvement Plan Performance Objectives Presenter: Presenter: Dr. Adam Starke Description: INFO: **The Board of Trustees of each independent school district shall ensure that a district improvement plan and improvement plans for each campus are developed, reviewed, and revised annually for the purpose of improving the performance of all students.
#170VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-18
Consider approval of Financial Report and Quarterly Investment Report as of June 30, 2026 Description: INFO: **Each month, financial statements are prepared to provide the Board of Trustees a summary of the District's financial position. Each quarter, an investment report is prepared to present the Board of Trustees with a summary of all investment transactions for funds governed by the Public Fun
#171VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-10
District Survey Results and Funding Priorities and Recommendations Presenter: Presenter: David C. Solis Description: INFO: **The Board will receive and discuss results of the District's survey and consider funding priorities and recommendations.
#172VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-21
Consider approval of Purchasing Cooperatives and Purchases Over $100,000
#173VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-17
Consider approval of Budget Amendments
#174VOTED: YES+2.6 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-27
Consider approval of Requests for Extension Description: INFO: **For an additional 1-year accordingly.
#175VOTED: YES-2.6 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-08-18
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#176VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-15
Consider approval of Job Description(s) Update(s)
#177VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-15
Consider approval of 2026-2027 Compensation Plan Updates Description: INFO: **Administration will present updates for the 2026-2027 Compensation Plan.
#178VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-18
Consider approval of revisions to Local Policy and TASB Update 127
#179VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-18
NEW College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) Coordinator Description: INFO: **The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the district’s central coordinator for College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) outcomes across all high school campuses. The CCMR Coordinator monitors district wide progress on state readiness indicators, leads the district CCMR committee, coordinates actio
#180VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-08-11
Financial Report and Quarterly Investment Report - Quarter Ending June 30, 2026 Description: INFO: **Each month, financial statements are prepared to provide the Board of Trustees a summary of the District's financial position. Each quarter, an investment report is prepared to present the Board of Trustees with a summary of all investment transactions for funds governed by the Public Funds Investm
#181VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-21
Consider approval of Frontline Technologies Group, LLC - IEP Documentation Software, COOP Region 19 # 24-7490 Presenter: Presenter: Melissa Olivarez Description: INFO: **This software program helps staff comply with all state and federal special education mandates and creates a clearer picture of a student's history. (Maximum $163,191.55 - Budgeted Federal Funds)
#182VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-21
Consider approval of 2026-2027 Compensation Plan Update Description: INFO: **Administration will present updates for the 2026-2027 Compensation Plan.
#183VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-07-21
Consider approval of Socorro ISD Board Operating Procedures
#184VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-17
Consider approval of revisions to Local Policy Presenter: Presenter: Board President Michael Najera
#185VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-27
Consider approval of Donation - Varsity Football Locker Room Improvements for El Dorado High School Description: INFO: **Donation to El Dorado High School in the amount of $71,875.00 for the varsity football locker room improvements made by the El Dorado Football Booster Organization.
#186VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-27
Consider approval of Financial Report and Quarterly Investment Report as of March 31, 2026 Description: INFO: **Each month, financial statements are prepared to provide the Board of Trustees a summary of the District's financial position. Each quarter, an investment report is prepared to present the Board of Trustees with a summary of all investment transactions for funds governed by the Public Fu
#187VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-27
Consider approval of SB 13 Book List Submission for Library Services Description: INFO: **Submission of the SB 13-compliant recommended book list for board approval. The list includes new titles not previously owned or submitted, ensuring compliance with state law and district policy.
#188VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-05-27
Consider approval of revisions to local policy
#189VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-02-16
Resolution Adopting Open-Checkbook Financial Transparency & Independent Audit Controls
#190VOTED: YES+2.5 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-12-15
Resolution Enforcing Statutory Purchasing Limits & Interlocal Cost-Sharing Savings
#191VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-04-21
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#192VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2025-03-17
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#193VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-12-16
Resolution Approving New Administrative Staffing Positions & Compensation Schedule Expansion
#194VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-10-21
Order Expanding Departmental Regulatory Compliance Mandates & Interlocal Fee Assessments
#195VOTED: YES-2.5 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2024-01-15
Resolution Authorizing Discretionary Consulting Retainer & Administrative Program Expansion
#196VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-15
NEW Payroll Accountant Description: INFO: **Primary purpose is to perform specialized accounting and payroll support work involving the compilation, analysis, reconciliation, maintenance, and reporting of financial data. Coordinate payroll administration and reporting functions while ensuring compliance with district, state, and federal regulations. Maintain accurate financial and payroll records,
#197VOTED: YES+2.4 Score Impact • Pro-LibertyOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-09-15
Consider approval of Resolution Authorizing the El Paso Central Appraisal District to Act as Socorro ISD's Agent in matters related to the Texas Comptroller's 2026 Property Value Study Description: INFO: **The El Paso Central Appraisal District (EPCAD) has requested that the District authorize EPCAD to act as Socorro ISD's agent in certain matters related to the Texas Comptroller's 2026 Property V
#198VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-17
Consider approval of purchasing cooperatives and purchases over $100,000
#199VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-17
Consider approval of a Resolution Authorizing the Issuance and Sale of Socorro ISD Tax and Revenue Anticipation Note Presenter: Presenter: David C. Solis Description: INFO: **A resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of Socorro Independent School District Tax and Revenue Anticipation Note, Series 2026 [(Taxable)], in the approximate amount of $30,000.000; providing for the security and paymen
#200VOTED: YES-2.4 Score Impact • Gov't ExpansionOutcome: PASSED (7-0)
2026-06-17
Consider approval of Financial Report as of April 30, 2026 Description: INFO: **Each month, financial statements are prepared to provide the Board of Trustees a summary of the District's financial position.