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Superintendent reports declining enrollment but steady attendance, and modest rise in property values
Summary
Dr. Brian Nichols reported enrollment falling from 2,319 (May 2024) to 2,229 (May 2026), an increase in average daily attendance to 95.69% for 2025-26, and preliminary property values rising about 2.05% to $1.4506 billion for 2026.
Superintendent Dr. Brian Nichols presented the district's enrollment, attendance and preliminary property-value figures. Enrollment was presented as 2,319 in May 2024, 2,270 in May 2025 and 2,229 in May 2026; Average Daily Attendance rose from 95.48% (2024-25) to 95.69% (2025-26).
He reported preliminary property values of $1,421,525,839 for 2025 and $1,450,622,904 for 2026, "an increase of $29,097,065, approximately 2.05%." The superintendent also reviewed TRS ActiveCare premium changes for 2026-27 and noted the district contributes $300 per month toward employee health insurance premiums. The safety and security audit required under TEC 37.108(b) was conducted April 27-30, 2026 by Mrs. Sharron Carroll of Region 10; the audit cycle concludes August 31, 2026.
These items were presented for information; the board did not take immediate action on budget or benefits adjustments at the meeting.
