Texas / School Districts / GALENA PARK ISD
The board recognized members during Board Recognition Month, presented certificates from county and congressional offices, and honored student achievements including North Shore Senior High band and the North Shore Mustangs state football champions.
Texas / School Districts / GALENA PARK ISD
On Jan. 12 the Galena Park ISD board unanimously approved an amendment to the District of Innovation plan, an agreement limiting taxable value with NRG Greens Bayou 6 LLC, and general, construction and financial consent agendas; motions passed 7-0 with no abstentions.
Texas / School Districts / GALENA PARK ISD
Director Ed Martir updated trustees on construction progress tied to the 2016 and 2024 bond programs, reporting slabs poured, steel erection progressing, window frames installed (awaiting glass) and gym glazing expected within two weeks; waterproofing and plaster finishes were described for exterior work.
Texas / School Districts / GALENA PARK ISD
Dr. Kimberly Martin presented the district's 2024-25 annual/TAPR report to trustees, noting a "B" accountability rating, accredited status, a superior financial rating, areas of strength across subpopulations, delayed timing of certain metrics and work to improve CCMR and TSIA outcomes.
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An external audit firm told the Galena Park ISD board the district received an unmodified (clean) opinion on its FY 2025 financial statements and unmodified opinions on major federal programs; auditors reported no material misstatements or internal control findings related to financial reporting.
Texas / School Districts / GALENA PARK ISD
SHAC approved minutes from its previous meeting by voice (mover: Lawrence; seconder: Erin), confirmed next meeting dates and reminded attendees to RSVP for lunch and seating.
Texas / School Districts / GALENA PARK ISD
Harris County Public Health briefed Galena Park ISD’s School Health Advisory Council on HEART, an unarmed alternative first‑responder unit, and RISE, a credible‑messenger outreach and hospital‑based intervention program, describing staffing, call types, outreach zones and expansion into Cloverleaf.
Texas / School Districts / GALENA PARK ISD
The board approved TASB localized policy manual update 01/26 at first and final reading. The changes reflect multiple state laws, including new agenda‑posting rules, limits on certain contractor duties tied to DEI, cybersecurity and AI provisions, and adjustments to purchasing thresholds.
Texas / School Districts / GALENA PARK ISD
District facilities staff and the project architect presented site and floor‑plan designs for the Cimarron Elementary replacement, including an underground detention system, sidewalk easements, phased construction to keep the school in operation during work, and plans for abatement and demolition of the existing building after occupancy.
Texas / School Districts / GALENA PARK ISD
Galena Park ISD facilities staff reported progress and setbacks on bond-funded projects, including rain delays at Galena Park High School Phase 3A and window replacement work at North Shore Senior High; district said crews are working to stay on schedule and materials are on site.