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Katy ISD Board of Trustees to Hold Rescheduled Meeting on January 27, 2025
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Katy ISD Board of Trustees to Hold Rescheduled Meeting on January 27, 2025

January 24 2025

The Katy ISD Board of Trustees will hold its Regular Board Meeting on Monday, January 27, 2025, at the Katy ISD Education Support Complex, located at 6301 South Stadium Lane, Katy, Texas 77494. The meeting, originally scheduled for last week but postponed due to Winter Storm Enzo, will begin at 5:00 p.m.

The Open Meeting will be livestreamed for public viewing via the Katy ISD Board Meeting Livestream platform. The complete agenda documents will also be accessible on the day of the meeting through BoardDocs.com.

Key Details for Public Participation

Members of the public who wish to address the Board during the Public Comment/Citizen Participation segment must register in advance by sending an email to publicrecords@katyisd.org by 2:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. The email should include the participant's name, mailing address, and topic of discussion, as well as whether they reside within Katy ISD and have children enrolled in district schools.

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Speakers who register must also sign in at least 15 minutes before the meeting’s start time. The sign-in sheet will be available at the Board Room entrance. Participants who fail to complete both steps will not be called to speak.

Agenda Highlights

Recognitions and Proclamations

The meeting will open with a series of recognitions. The City of Katy will present a proclamation in honor of School Board Recognition Month, highlighting the dedication and contributions of the district’s trustees. Additionally, the Katy ISD Council of Parent Teacher Associations will donate books to honor the trustees' service. Trustees will also introduce the new Campus Athletic Coordinator and Head Football Coach for Taylor High School.

Consent Agenda

The consent agenda includes a range of significant topics related to district operations, construction, and planning:

  • Budget Amendments: Trustees will consider approving updates to the January 2025 budget, ensuring funds are allocated appropriately for ongoing projects and priorities.
  • Campus Construction and Renovation Projects:
    • Approval of design services for Junior High School #19, a key addition to accommodate growth in the district.
    • Expansion plans for the Shaw Center and Miller Career and Technology Center to enhance facilities and programs.
    • Renovations at Cimarron Elementary, Nottingham Country Elementary, and Katy Junior High, which include updates for infrastructure and functionality.
    • Safety and security upgrades across multiple campuses as part of a comprehensive initiative to improve student and staff safety.
  • Instructional Calendar Updates: The Board will review amendments to the 2025-2026 calendar, propose waivers for professional development days, and consider preliminary discussions for the 2026-2027 calendar.
  • Contract Approvals: Renewals for real estate consulting services and updates to construction contracts for ongoing projects will also be addressed.

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Additional Approvals

Trustees are set to adopt an order calling for the May 2025 School Board Trustee election. This approval authorizes the district to provide official election notices in accordance with state regulations.

A waiver request for the Texas Virtual School Network (TxVSN) course review process will also be considered, potentially streamlining the district’s virtual education programs.

Safety and Security Updates

In closed session, the Board will discuss the results of a recent state security audit and consider improvements to the district’s safety plan, including additional measures stemming from state-mandated intruder detection audits.

Information and Future Meetings

Informational items will include a recap of requests made by Board members for additional data or follow-up. The next Board Work Study Meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 17, 2025, with the next Regular Board Meeting planned for Monday, February 24, 2025.

For more information and to view the livestream, visit the Katy ISD website.


By Tiffany Krenek, My Neighborhood News 
 
Tiffany Krenek, authorTiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.
 


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