Administration highlighted career and technical education successes — 605 students in CTE programs, 92 seniors expected to complete programs with 60 certifications already earned — and presented the district annual report summarizing TAPR, financials and new A–F ratings.
Superintendent recommended the board not adopt a resolution to implement Senate Bill 11’s mandatory daily prayer period; trustees accepted the recommendation unanimously, citing existing practices that protect voluntary religious expression.
Contractors told trustees bond projects are about 92% complete and that Area G substantial completion slipped to May because of asbestos and concealed conditions. Trustees approved additional asbestos abatement ($125,000 cap), districtwide interactive panels ($455,917), and intercom upgrades (≤$160,000) from bond funds.
After a market comparison and discussion of Hurricane Harvey recovery lessons, trustees approved a $1,527,774 property insurance premium with Regional Pool Alliance for March 2026–March 2027; vote recorded 5 yes, 0 no, 1 abstain.
Trustees approved the 2026–27 district calendar (Option B) after discussion about instructional continuity and testing schedules; the superintendent recommended Option B based on teacher feedback and concerns about losing instructional days before STAAR tests.
Construction representatives told trustees the Bond 2022 high‑school classroom wing is in use, the project is ~90% complete, temporary occupancy obtained for classrooms, and substantial completion is scheduled for March 2026 with athletic wing finishes and punch‑list items remaining.
Live Oak reported 72% of students earned recognition for midyear growth goals, nearly 15% of students engaged in extracurricular activities, staff recognition milestones, expanded community partnerships, and implementation of CHAMPS behavior expectations and threat assessment work.
At its Jan. 15 meeting, the Rockport‑Fulton ISD Board approved the districtaudit for fiscal 2024–25, joined a Southeast purchasing cooperative, awarded an HVAC job order contract tied to bond funds, and approved library materials; all motions passed unanimously.
District leaders presented a targeted improvement plan for Fulton and feeder Live Oak, citing consecutive accountability 'D' ratings for Fulton; the plan emphasizes curriculum and instructional improvements, coaching, teacher supports and data routines and must be approved by the board to take effect.
Staff reported a highest responsive bid of $28,024.07 for surplus property at 1720 Colorado (appraisal district value $48,090) and said a draft general‑fund deficit improved to 3.8% from the adopted 5.7%; auditors and OMB changes will be presented in January.