School FIRST overview presented to Ricardo ISD board during short public hearing

Nov 19, 2025

Presenter summarized the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) framework and its application to Ricardo ISD; the board recorded the district's "A" rating and opened the report for public comment, which the transcript does not capture.

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At the Nov. 19 Ricardo ISD public hearing, a presenter identified in the transcript as Jenette Black walked through the School FIRST framework used by the state to assess school district financial integrity and accountability. The agenda item listed three points: an overview of School FIRST, Ricardo ISD's "A" rating of Superior Achievement, and an opportunity for public comment on the report.

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