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Professional development plan:
- Focus areas: mentor coaching for new teachers (years 0'), PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports), a renewed emphasis on mathematics instruction, and continued focus on lesson alignment, engagement, rigor and critical writing in classroom walk-throughs.
- Partnerships and certification: The district will continue a partnership with the University of Texas \"Thrive\" program (Leadership/TAB?) for mentor coaching and referenced summer ESL certification offerings in collaboration with Region 13 service center.
- Scheduling and feedback: The district will run a two-day mentor training, a large PD kickoff in August and five embedded PD days through the year. Staff reported past PD average ratings of 4.7 on a 5-point scale and said they will continue to survey attendees after sessions.

Student engagement and extracurricular tracker:
- Staff presented a campus-by-campus tracker used to establish a baseline of involvement. According to the tracker, 86% of secondary students participated in at least one extracurricular or well-rounded experience (clubs, athletics, band, choir, leadership jobs, special Olympics, spelling bees, student council, etc.). Elementary participation was lower but staff noted that all elementary campuses have classroom jobs and a range of events and activities.
- Next steps: The district plans to expand club offerings, survey students on interests at the high school level and refine the tracker for more granular reporting.

Why it matters: Staff said the PD plan is tied directly to the district strategic goals for increasing academic achievement and continuous professional development. The engagement tracker will be used to measure expansion of extracurricular offerings and to target supports for emergent bilingual students through a Region 13 partnership.

Board questions: Trustees asked whether PD feedback had been incorporated into planning; staff cited a specific example where mentor meeting scheduling moved from PD days to end-of-day workdays after feedback. Trustees also asked about the timeline for reporting final ESL certification counts after the last summer session.

Ending: District staff said they will report final ESL certification numbers and continue to refine PD pathways and the extracurricular engagement tracker during the year.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Board Meeting 07/21/2025","oneSentenceSummary","District administrators presented a 2025'6 professional development plan emphasizing mentor coaching, math instruction, PBIS and a new universal screener (iReady), and reported a tracker showing 86% of secondary students were involved in extracurricular activities this year.","taxTitle","TAYLOR ISD, School Districts, Texas","taxId",60459,"location","Texas","headline","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":56,"_74":56},6549675,"Taylor ISD closes on 55.8-acre parcel near high school; construction wrap-ups and site work continue",126,2239000,2365000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5436755-ee258c0cb3cfe4c3bccc0ce644cc7af2&start=2239&end=2365","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5436755-ee258c0cb3cfe4c3bccc0ce644cc7af2/thumbnail_2239000.jpg","/articles/6549675/Texas/Taylor-ISD-closes-on-558-acre-parcel-near-high-school-construction-wrap-ups-and-site-work-continue","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6549675-500a0e19523896df01658e230d40a166/orig.mp4?Expires=1771014076&Signature=Gbic0z0Uo0OcwaJkIDPB06S37Nihv2bZnTDGjnx-tujgh11VMAkYn8~9lhk~NgMIwF23h9RcL2iSF9AaUzfxrXKLsW3xziQ0AERABErZCENQmmOwt3vhJ~YD1mgFATrJ3lIll73sWnlTvARvQZvtbg6y4ifkaax4xxLCDtzUIOZihTW743UbRSsf12Uhb7QdafpH6ru185~Yx3SrUmn7VF3hR7lljTLcp0KEOAJaUSduClLcGC6BwaEEEvygY5Gh722aKpJ~I7cvWkPY-J0kIjZWRE7~x2-aaxSzdGk2xw3f5ofG7Qfmc6cqApCb~lpoPkuw-k5FS~kI5NIIxbEtbw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","District staff reported progress on construction and facility projects funded by the 2022 bond and announced that Taylor ISD recently closed on a 55.8-acre parcel southeast of the high school.

What staff reported:
- Completed work: The district said a drive behind Main Street Elementary (MSC/MSE) was paved and front-of-building ponding spots were cut out and repaved; striping was scheduled to follow. Two courtyards remain under work and will be turfed and fenced for activity space outside the library; those are expected to finish in about a month.
- Ongoing/next projects: Security updates in the administration area and a library refresh at MSC were scheduled to begin soon; Taylor Middle School classrooms are roughly 50% repainted. Landscaping crews were expected to finish and demobilize before school starts; plantings have a one-year warranty.

Property acquisition and planning:
- The district closed on a 55.8-acre property southeast of the high school using 2022 bond funds. Staff said preliminary demographic projections indicate the high school is the first campus to reach capacity, with potential need for a new middle school or elementary capacity within the next decade. The board heard that the district will monitor demographic and enrollment reports and run test fit studies to determine the most appropriate campus type or expansion to put on the parcel.

Why it matters: The parcel gives the district land planning flexibility for future enrollment growth and potential campus builds. Trustees and staff framed the purchase as a long-term asset likely to be important for the next 30 years.

Board questions and logistics: Trustees asked about landscaping, warranties and timelines; staff confirmed warranties on plantings and that dead trees would be replaced under the warranty. Staff said final budget reconciliation with the project contractor (Dremala, per transcript) would continue and an anticipated credit reconciliation should be ready by September.

Ending: Staff said they would reconvene with demographic updates and potential site plans as the district tests fit-options and monitors enrollment.","Taylor ISD reported completion of several bond-funded projects, work remaining on courtyards and landscaping, and the recent closing on a 55.8-acre property southeast of the high school purchased with 2022 bond funds for future campus or expansion use.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":56,"_74":56},6549679,"Taylor ISD opts out this year of allowing homeschool students to participate in UIL activities",427,3485000,3912000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5436755-ee258c0cb3cfe4c3bccc0ce644cc7af2&start=3485&end=3912","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5436755-ee258c0cb3cfe4c3bccc0ce644cc7af2/thumbnail_3485000.jpg","/articles/6549679/Texas/Taylor-ISD-opts-out-this-year-of-allowing-homeschool-students-to-participate-in-UIL-activities","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6549679-9076d36f72a088be07c6146407f3f1e4/orig.mp4?Expires=1771014076&Signature=d9w7t9KL-18ECp4Ij7DeAiDvRryeBq5szY04eLNPunjB2~F78pbsCG58kSsK3s~UB9Mrp8GIHJCxeTBx2zUYdVwE0JY4wVoNr3CbWrIXJ7K4Kx27EZDTbSOHgb0uLlSimvvRIaleA6PWoWueUyf7fDibRew~97W2b06dzpUehDtVdFO3iLkUVxVNW6o192f8ImyhDB0dO7OTwXaEi-TWR66nv-IrrHCPT6ouPs9ucmwKz~ZZbWcIrl2V6o3MxokcBSM080x5MqDNZPB1HTsunZkivHWvqu3VQOdYH6z17mA7QSwzMyi3i4M3c9SPI1F61tpY09rKstK-VCacKcW1Jw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Taylor ISD Board voted Aug. 14 to opt out of permitting homeschool students to participate in University Interscholastic League (UIL) activities at district schools for the 2025'6 school year.

District staff briefed trustees on SB401, which allows homeschooled students to take part in UIL activities at the public school closest to their residence unless the local school board opts out. The district recommended opting out for this year, citing concerns about eligibility verification, instructional alignment, equitable use of district resources and the added administrative burden for coaches and teachers who already monitor grades, attendance and discipline for enrolled students.

Why it matters: Trustees said accountability differences between public-school and homeschool instruction and potential eligibility disputes could create inequities and additional workload for staff; several trustees said enrollment decline issues and occasional competition for positions made the question especially sensitive for athletics and fine arts.

Board action: The motion to adopt the district administration recommendation to opt out passed; recorded vote: 5 in favor, 4 against, 1 absent (motion carries). Staff said the board will re-evaluate the policy stance next year and monitor statewide implementation and guidance.

Operational notes: Staff clarified that homeschooled students could still participate in private or homeschool leagues, and that the district\recision applies only to allowing homeschooled students access to district UIL participation. Trustees discussed boundary questions (which school is \"closest\" to a residence) and administrative verification of eligibility if the policy changes in future years.

Ending: The board instructed staff to monitor the statewide rollout of SB401 and to bring data and any recommended changes back to the board for consideration next year.","Following discussion of eligibility, accountability and resource concerns, the board voted to opt out of UIL participation by homeschool students for the 2025-26 school year and said it will review the decision next year.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":56,"_74":56},6549683,"Taylor ISD adopts state-mandated ban on personal communication devices during instructional day",706,2698000,3404000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5436755-ee258c0cb3cfe4c3bccc0ce644cc7af2&start=2698&end=3404","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5436755-ee258c0cb3cfe4c3bccc0ce644cc7af2/thumbnail_2698000.jpg","/articles/6549683/Texas/Taylor-ISD-adopts-state-mandated-ban-on-personal-communication-devices-during-instructional-day","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6549683-65c2c7085985fbbb456ee379989eb0db/orig.mp4?Expires=1771014076&Signature=eAHBflcK3ONgeMQZeccfcfLrKKaUjPzgNrfh-LM-oubpCf4VNUl5QG2MoqL0hx7Z9eOU337dVybugjHLRXyIqj32d4qA7BMzsd66cRpvnyCgDYZ~aTZtaVpYzVc0FUFtWzyA31vK7CV5VCEDcISknUui~GuUgP4m-z9OJaUcfn7xqfa~f3VYiMoaIieP98FPE-ujHhIl2MQGfh7AJBDHbA4n5Gq9gmK2G70T7zOCH5~p35T0fQPBHf16UJm9dlMl2nH9Mzx2mRJonzVm6TTLr-ZrBN4xUOkPykWNWcZrGdpPmRyp2d-stgd5XgDdoYrPzHWB905hCghNR1R0E840Lw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Taylor ISD Board on Aug. 14 approved a revision to district policy FNCC to implement House Bill 1481, which requires schools to prohibit personal communication devices (cell phones, smartwatches, tablets) during the instructional day.

Under the district plan presented to trustees, devices will be prohibited during instructional time and campuses will provide either a locker or a lockbox where students can store devices. Students with documented medical needs may retain devices under a medical accommodation (with a doctor
nd administrative review), and the district will maintain a standard progression of consequences (for example: first confiscation, device returned at end of day; subsequent incidents require parent pickup).

Why it matters: Staff said the change aligns Taylor ISD with state law; trustees emphasized the need for clear, consistent day-one enforcement across campuses and expressed concern about extracurricular communication (coaches and parents) and substitution plans during the school day.

Implementation and operational notes:
- Extracurricular activities: The law allows flexibility for extracurricular time; the district is working with coaches and activity sponsors on a consistent approach for off-site events, transportation and parent communications. Staff said high-school students have district iPads and coaches can use approved team communication apps for schedule changes.
- Emergencies and parent contact: Students who need to contact parents during the day may use the nurse or front office; the district will use ParentSquare, calls and social media for districtwide alerts.
- Enforcement: Staff said the district cannot impose monetary fines for confiscated phones (that practice is no longer permitted under the law); the first-level response will be confiscation and parent notification.
- Substitutes and campus logistics: Staff will update substitute plans and provide campus-level guidance (elementary lockboxes, keys in sub plans) to ensure consistent handling of devices.

Board action: The board voted to adopt the FNCC revision implementing HB1481 as presented. The motion passed by voice vote with a recorded tally of 6-0 and 1 absence.

Ending: Staff said communications to parents are already under way, and campus and athletic leaders will meet to finalize procedures for extracurricular events and transportation.","Following passage of Texas House Bill 1481, the board approved a district plan to ban personal communication devices during instruction, require lockers/lockboxes on campus, and set progressive consequences; staff will refine exceptions and details for extracurricular activities.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":56,"_74":56},6549688,"Taylor ISD approves 2025–26 compensation manual, raises and service stipend",1095,1559000,2654000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5436755-ee258c0cb3cfe4c3bccc0ce644cc7af2&start=1559&end=2654","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5436755-ee258c0cb3cfe4c3bccc0ce644cc7af2/thumbnail_1559000.jpg","/articles/6549688/Texas/Taylor-ISD-approves-202526-compensation-manual-raises-and-service-stipend","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6549688-4801ffcfe5c0e9b15614310d523811f9/orig.mp4?Expires=1771014076&Signature=eYAcMMa-IYGprJ~Rq8c8frAH9AL7TMsxsuyDl-D5oH4mMxqyFasINR1kASWvd9yQMHm35hg8oWTc-TUs5Fqa6i1Yyeqfo5sdcArlK4sZZPdWBK3Vd7CvZyRbXgHtTbnfW4Sh2nEG~bAFF-l7FB9XNzNwOoHm9DI7QZjsk4kGwrLiZ6KHtUJWVZ6Ing6dSLPmlgXTnHuFFbrUKvHOAXf-Y0yGn5pTqaQHz46uCoujpqU-0cpoRr6w75vVhIiLcIbWpn4B9bojpXAh0sONmFj2d4iU6w68ELrKFTjeyByxpTSK1KEL52Y1ocshTa3xwv5KigFeyYFm7zzBUcC3S~4mjg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Taylor ISD Board of Trustees on Aug. 14 approved updates to the district'025'0'6 pay-grade and employee compensation manual and voted to implement pay raises and a one-time longevity stipend for eligible employees.

The actions include approval of the 2025'0'6 compensation manual, market adjustments to pay grades and scales, an increase in substitute pay, approval of a 3% pay increase option for clerical, auxiliary and administrative/professional staff, and a new longevity stipend that awards $500 for every five years of service. Board motions on the compensation manual and the pay-structure increases carried by recorded voice votes; each motion passed with a 6-0 vote and one absence as recorded in the meeting.

Why it matters: Trustees said the moves are intended to keep Taylor ISD competitive in the local job market, address pay compression, and recognize long-serving employees. Staff emphasized the changes are part of a multi-phased strategic compensation plan and that some elements (stipends and specific dollar amounts) should be reviewed annually against budget and legislative changes.

Key details:
- Compensation manual: The district presented an annual compensation manual with market adjustments tied to updated pay grades and the teacher allotment. The board approved the 2025'0'6 manual as presented (motion: Trustee Ball; second: Trustee Tennant). Vote: 6-0, 1 absent.

- Pay increases for non-teacher pay structures: Trustees approved a recommended option to apply a 3% pay increase to clerical, auxiliary and administrative/professional staff pay structures, combined with market adjustments. Motion recorded and approved 6-0, 1 absent.

- Longevity (service) stipend: The board approved a stipend framework that awards $500 for every completed five-year milestone with Taylor ISD (5 years = $500, 10 years = $1,000, 20 years = $2,000, etc.). For implementation year one only, the district proposed honoring all current employees at milestone levels (5, 10, 15, 20, etc.). Staff told the board 203 employees met a 5+-year milestone and that the first-year cost was roughly $227,000 (presented as an approximate figure). The motion to proceed passed by voice vote: 6-0, 1 absent.

Board discussion and caveats: Trustees asked for clear communications to employees about the one-time nature of the initial distribution and the process for subsequent years. Several trustees said the stipend should be explained as contingent on budget year-to-year and suggested alternative naming (for example, \"service award\") to avoid implying a permanent ongoing payment. Trustees also asked whether performance or disciplinary history should affect eligibility; staff said that the proposal as presented used total Taylor ISD service as the criterion but that the board could request policy adjustments or additional eligibility rules.

What the board authorized and next steps: The board approved the manual, the pay-structure adjustments, and the stipend plan as presented and asked staff to prepare communications for campuses and to return with any needed details about multi-year budgeting and administration. Staff said stipend payments would be made in May at the end of the school year and that the district would refine implementation details (for example, cumulative service calculation and special-case scenarios) before distribution.

Ending: Trustees and staff framed the actions as an effort to improve recruitment, retention and staff morale while noting the district will revisit stipends and other compensation items annually based on budget and enrollment.

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