Trustee Carmel Morgan moved and Doctor (Dr.) Singleton seconded a motion to approve new hires requiring board approval, including Dr. Josephine Gutierrez as executive director of human resources; the board approved the motion unanimously.

Dr. Josephine Gutierrez introduced herself after the vote, said she would begin work immediately and told trustees, "When we take care of our people, they take care of our kids," language she used to describe her approach to leading human resources. The superintendent described Dr. Gutierrez's background in education administration and human-resources roles, including a doctorate in educational administration and prior positions in multiple Texas districts.

No additional personnel actions requiring board approval were pulled from consent. The board's recorded action on this item was unanimous approval of the new hires on the consent agenda.