Zach Tarrant, secretary, Aledo ISD Board of Trustees: on the record
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In a June workshop the board reviews end-of-year student data, the 2026-2027 instructional focus, and budget and staffing
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees held a workshop June 22, 2026, with Trustees Forrest Collins, David Lear, Jim Scott, Lynn Morgan, Zachary Tarrant and Jeremy Pruett present. Assistant Superintendent Amber Crissey and Director of Assessment and Accountability Candace Summerhill presented end-of-year student data for 2025-2026, and Crissey discussed the 2026-2027 district instructional focus. Morgan left at 7:15 p.m. and Scott at 7:18 p.m.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the June 22, 2026 meeting, as attached to the Aug. 17, 2026 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, June 22, 2026 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board approves kitchen HVAC and gym lighting upgrades and a class-ranking policy change as the high school wins the 5A Texas Cup
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met June 15, 2026, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Laura Pace, Jeremy Pruett, Jim Scott, Lynn Morgan and David Lear present; Zachary Tarrant joined at 6:49 p.m. Collins announced the subcommittee assignments for the coming year: legislative, Lear, Collins and Scott; board operating procedures, Pace, Tarrant and Collins; bond progress and planning, Pruett, Lear and Tarrant; community relations, Morgan, Pruett and Tarrant; safety audit committee representatives, Collins and Morgan; strategic partners representatives, Pace, Morgan and Pruett; and budget, Lear, Morgan and Scott. Superintendent Susan Bohn urged families to register students and announced that Aledo High School and the Daniel Ninth Grade Campus won the 5A Texas Cup and finished runner-up for the 5A UIL Lone Star Cup for 2025-2026.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the June 15, 2026 meeting (draft), as attached to the Aug. 17, 2026 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, June 15, 2026 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
Tarrant and Pace are sworn in, Harris leaves after 15 years, and the board authorizes Series 2026 refunding bonds and names Vierling Field
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met May 18, 2026, with all seven trustees present at the start. Superintendent Susan Bohn thanked Trustee Hoyt Harris for 15 years of service to the district; Harris left the meeting at 6:04 p.m., and the board swore in Zachary Tarrant to Place 6 and Laura Pace to Place 7, with Pace taking her seat at 6:06 p.m. President Forrest Collins announced that all trustees had met or exceeded their continuing education hours for 2025-2026. Bohn celebrated the Aledo Leads Cohort's graduation, and Vice President David Lear reported on the local runoff election.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the May 18, 2026 meeting, as attached to the June 15, 2026 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, May 18, 2026 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
Five trustees continue the 2026-2027 budget discussion in a workshop
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees held a workshop April 27, 2026, with Vice President David Lear presiding and Trustees Zachary Tarrant, Jeremy Pruett, Jim Scott and Lynn Morgan present. No one spoke during public comment.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the April 27, 2026 meeting, as attached to the May 18, 2026 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, April 27, 2026 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
Growth committee unveils concepts for a college and career academy and a second high school; board adopts a math curriculum and 2026-27 staffing
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met April 20, 2026, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, Jeremy Pruett, Jim Scott and Lynn Morgan present. Pruett reported on the Aledo Education Foundation's gala the previous weekend, and Morgan on the PTO and AdvoCats, including the Run, Walk, Crawl Grow Run fundraiser. The board commended McCall Elementary's fifth-grade team, the month's Bearcats of Character, the district art show winners, a National Merit finalist, 12 robotics state qualifiers, HOSA state competitors, a VASE state qualifier, powerlifting honorees, and the 2025-2026 Teacher Leadership Cohort. McCall Elementary presented on the LEAD initiative.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the April 20, 2026 meeting (draft), as attached to the May 18, 2026 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, April 20, 2026 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board spends a special meeting in closed session on the superintendent's mid-year evaluation
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met in special session April 6, 2026, with Trustees Forrest Collins, David Lear, Zachary Tarrant, Lynn Morgan and Jeremy Pruett present.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the April 6, 2026 meeting (draft), as attached to the April 20, 2026 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, April 6, 2026 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board cancels the May trustee election after candidates go unopposed, approves a donated competition-gym scoreboard, and gives land and an easement to Parker County
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met March 23, 2026, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, Jeremy Pruett, Jim Scott, Lynn Morgan and David Lear present. Collins thanked staff for the Jumpin' Jamboree event; Superintendent Susan Bohn announced that registration for 2026-2027 is open; Lear described the district's Local Government Collaborative; and Tarrant asked the community to give the Aledo Growth Committee feedback on future high school space.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the March 23, 2026 meeting (draft), as attached to the April 20, 2026 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, March 23, 2026 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
Four trustees open the 2026-2027 general fund budget discussion in a workshop
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees held a workshop Feb. 23, 2026, with Vice President David Lear presiding and Trustees Zachary Tarrant, Jeremy Pruett and Jim Scott present. No one spoke during public comment.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Feb. 23, 2026 meeting, as attached to the March 23, 2026 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Feb. 23, 2026 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board approves a student device purchase, pays staff for bad-weather days, and previews a land donation and drainage easement to Parker County
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met Feb. 16, 2026, with all seven trustees present. President Forrest Collins celebrated the wrestling and basketball teams. Superintendent Susan Bohn thanked the community for its understanding of the weather-affected school schedule, celebrated the swim team and the Bearcat Regiment's invitation to the TMEA awards, and recognized soccer coach Derek Vierling for his 600th win. Vice President David Lear shared how to vote in the election under way, and Trustee Zachary Tarrant reported on the Aledo Growth Committee's conceptual designs for future high school space.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Feb. 16, 2026 meeting, as attached to the March 23, 2026 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Feb. 16, 2026 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board adopts the 2026-2027 calendar, accepts a clean audit, calls the May 2 trustee election and approves radio and computer upgrades
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met Jan. 20, 2026, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, Jeremy Pruett, Jim Scott, Lynn Morgan and David Lear present. Collins welcomed the community into the spring semester and acknowledged the late Aledo City Councilmember Nelson Rowls. Superintendent Susan Bohn marked School Board Appreciation Month. Lear reported on the new state private school and homeschool voucher program passed in the 89th Legislative Session and how it may affect the district, and Tarrant updated the board on the Aledo Growth Committee.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Jan. 20, 2026 meeting (draft), as attached to the Feb. 16, 2026 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Jan. 20, 2026 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board holds its required Team of 8 training in a workshop with all seven trustees
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees held a workshop Nov. 18, 2025, with all seven trustees present: Forrest Collins, David Lear, Zachary Tarrant, Lynn Morgan, Jim Scott, Hoyt Harris and Jeremy Pruett. No one spoke during public comment.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Nov. 18, 2025 meeting, as attached to the Dec. 16, 2025 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Nov. 18, 2025 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
With four trustees present, the board splits its appraisal-district votes, takes no action on Tarrant's, and previews a 27-policy update
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met Nov. 17, 2025, with Vice President David Lear presiding and Trustees Lynn Morgan, Zachary Tarrant and Jeremy Pruett present. Superintendent Susan Bohn celebrated the district's Veterans Day events and the volleyball team's and Bearcat Regiment's state competitions. Lear reported that the state elections had concluded with results public, and Tarrant updated the board on the Aledo Growth Committee's high school visioning.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Nov. 17, 2025 meeting, as attached to the Dec. 16, 2025 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Nov. 17, 2025 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board approves the Annetta Flock camera agreement, fiber upgrades, school buses from 2023 bond funds and easements for Old Weatherford Road
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met Oct. 21, 2025, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, Jeremy Pruett, Lynn Morgan and David Lear present. Collins celebrated the football and volleyball teams' No. 1 state rankings and the Bearcat Regiment; Superintendent Susan Bohn celebrated the cross country team, shared voting information for the election under way, and introduced the Aledo Presidents' Roundtable, a new group bringing strategic partners and booster club leadership together. Lear reviewed the constitutional amendments on the ballot, and Aledo Growth Committee members reported on the committee's fall high school visioning work.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Oct. 21, 2025 meeting (draft), as attached to the Nov. 17, 2025 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Oct. 21, 2025 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board signs the architect agreement for future high school facilities and approves the superintendent's contract
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met Sept. 15, 2025, with all seven trustees present. Superintendent Susan Bohn recounted the history of the Bearcats of Character program, previewed homecoming, and celebrated the district's Lone Star Cup for the 2024-2025 school year. Vice President David Lear reported on the Legislature's second special session, including a new state testing structure that begins in the 2027-2028 school year, and Trustee Zachary Tarrant updated the board on the Aledo Growth Committee. Annetta Elementary presented, and the board commended the campus's kindergarten team and the month's Bearcats of Character.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Sept. 15, 2025 meeting, as attached to the Oct. 21, 2025 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Sept. 15, 2025 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board adopts the 2025-2026 budget and tax rate, calls part of its 2016 refunding bonds early, and seats the Aledo Growth Committee
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met in special session Aug. 25, 2025, with all seven trustees present: Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, Harris, Jeremy Pruett, Scott, Lynn Morgan and David Lear. Collins opened the annual public hearing on the 2025-2026 budget and proposed tax rate; no member of the public participated.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Aug. 25, 2025 meeting, as attached to the Sept. 15, 2025 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
A budget workshop bracketed by two closed sessions on the superintendent's contract
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees held a workshop Aug. 11, 2025, with Trustees Forrest Collins, David Lear, Jim Scott, Lynn Morgan, Jeremy Pruett and Zachary Tarrant present.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Aug. 11, 2025 meeting, as attached to the Aug. 18, 2025 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Aug. 11, 2025 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
Before school starts, the board adopts the student code of conduct, a personal-device policy, admissions and activities changes, and a library materials policy
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met in special session Aug. 6, 2025, at 5 p.m. with all seven trustees present: Forrest Collins, Hoyt Harris, Zachary Tarrant, Jeremy Pruett, Jim Scott, Lynn Morgan and David Lear.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Aug. 6, 2025 meeting, as attached to the Aug. 18, 2025 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Aug. 6, 2025 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
Four trustees approve the 2025-2026 compensation plan at an 8 a.m. special meeting
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met in special session at 8 a.m. July 7, 2025, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, Lynn Morgan and David Lear present.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the July 7, 2025 meeting, as attached to the Aug. 18, 2025 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, July 7, 2025 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
A three-minute special meeting approves new staffing positions for 2025-2026
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met in special session June 23, 2025, at 5 p.m. with Vice President Zachary Tarrant presiding and Trustees Hoyt Harris, Lynn Morgan and Jim Scott present. No one spoke during public comment.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the June 23, 2025 meeting, as attached to the Aug. 18, 2025 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, June 23, 2025 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board honors the 2025 state champion baseball team and authorizes the negotiation and sale of real property
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met June 16, 2025, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, Jeremy Pruett, Jim Scott, Lynn Morgan and David Lear present. Two Aledo High School graduates headed to the U.S. Air Force Academy and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy led the pledges. Collins discussed subcommittee assignments for 2025-2026, including a new board budget subcommittee and expanding the strategic partners subcommittee to community involvement as a whole. Superintendent Susan Bohn marked the end of the school year, and Vice President David Lear reported on the impacts of the recently concluded 89th Legislative Session.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the June 16, 2025 meeting, as attached to the Aug. 18, 2025 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, June 16, 2025 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board denies relief in two Level III grievance appeals and upholds the administration's decisions
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met in special session June 4, 2025, at 5 p.m. with Trustees Forrest Collins, Hoyt Harris, Zachary Tarrant, Jeremy Pruett and Jim Scott present.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the June 4, 2025 meeting, as attached to the Aug. 18, 2025 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, June 4, 2025 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
Collins and Morgan are sworn in, Jennifer Taylor is honored, and the board approves three curriculum purchases and 2025-2026 staffing
Assistant Superintendent Amber Crissey shared daily impact walk data and Math Coordinator Deanne Torres gave a math update; Raymond previewed changes to policy DEC(Local) on leaves and absences; and Chief Financial Officer Earl Husfeld discussed extending the bank depository contract. After an executive session on the superintendent's performance update and board officer organization, the board elected Collins president, Lear vice president and Zachary Tarrant secretary, each 7-0.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the May 19, 2025 meeting, as attached to the June 16, 2025 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, May 19, 2025 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
Twenty-three residents address the board as the 2023 bond projects close and Policy Update 124 is adopted
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met April 21, 2025, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, Jeremy Pruett, Jim Scott and David Lear present. Collins reported that all trustees had exceeded their required continuing education credits. Superintendent Susan Bohn said registration for 2025-2026 was open, previewed the Committed to the Cats event, noted that early voting was starting, and said the first Aledo Leads Cohort had completed its workshops and the program would return. Lear reviewed the district's priorities in the legislative session and bills under consideration including House Bill 2, Senate Bill 2 and House Bill 6. Tarrant and Aledo Growth Committee co-chair Kelli Stumbo gave the final update on the 2023 bond projects as they closed.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the April 21, 2025 meeting, as attached to the May 19, 2025 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, April 21, 2025 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
All seven trustees meet in closed session for the superintendent's 2024-2025 mid-year evaluation
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met in special session March 24, 2025, with all seven trustees present: Forrest Collins, Hoyt Harris, Zachary Tarrant, Jeremy Pruett, Jim Scott, Jennifer Taylor and David Lear.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the March 24, 2025 meeting, as attached to the April 21, 2025 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, March 24, 2025 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
Four trustees tour the new Steve Wood Complex before the regular meeting
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees held a workshop March 17, 2025, at 4:45 p.m. at the high school campus with Vice President David Lear presiding and Trustees Jennifer Taylor, Zachary Tarrant and Jim Scott present. No one spoke during public comment.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the March 17, 2025 meeting, as attached to the April 21, 2025 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, March 17, 2025 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board approves Aledo Middle School turf replacement, Chromebooks and a high school auditorium audio upgrade
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met March 17, 2025, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, Jim Scott, Jennifer Taylor and David Lear present; Hoyt Harris joined at 6:03 p.m. Collins thanked Superintendent Susan Bohn for her leadership and discussed the district's budget work. Bohn previewed the end of the year for seniors, thanked the community for accommodating staff planning days, and encouraged residents to join the SilverCats program. Lear reported on the 89th Legislative Session and the education bills being discussed and their possible effect on the budget, and Tarrant reported on the ag barn addition and the Steve Wood Complex from the 2023 bond.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the March 17, 2025 meeting, as attached to the April 21, 2025 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, March 17, 2025 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board adopts the 2025-2026 calendar as the ag barn nears completion, land is acquired for future facilities, and trustees head to Austin
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met Feb. 17, 2025, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, Jeremy Pruett, David Lear, Jennifer Taylor and Jim Scott present. Superintendent Susan Bohn thanked the leadership team for its work even with budget cuts due to state funding shortfalls. Vice President David Lear reported on the 89th Legislative Session and said Bohn and several trustees would travel to Austin the next day to share the district's priorities and concerns about public education funding with area legislators. Trustee Zachary Tarrant said construction on the ag barn would be complete soon, with students and programs moving in the following week, and discussed the district's recent land acquisitions for future facilities.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Feb. 17, 2025 meeting, as attached to the March 17, 2025 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Feb. 17, 2025 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board accepts the audit for the year ended Aug. 31, 2024, and calls the May 3, 2025, trustee election
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met Jan. 21, 2025, with Trustees Forrest Collins, David Lear, Jennifer Taylor, Jim Scott, Jeremy Pruett and Zachary Tarrant present. Superintendent Susan Bohn recognized the trustees for School Board Appreciation Month. Lear outlined key legislative priorities for the 89th session that began in January 2025. Tarrant updated each of the 2023 bond projects and said trustees and administrators had toured the Forney ISD Opportunity Central campus as Aledo ISD leadership considers options for future needs.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Jan. 21, 2025 meeting, as attached to the Feb. 17, 2025 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Jan. 21, 2025 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board adopts its priorities for the 89th Legislature and celebrates a Superior financial rating and a state marching band finish
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met Dec. 16, 2024, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, Jeremy Pruett, Jim Scott, Jennifer Taylor and David Lear present; Hoyt Harris joined at 6:21 p.m. The Aledo High School choir performed. Collins explained what a board meeting is and how to reach the board and district leadership. Superintendent Susan Bohn thanked the PTO and businesses for holiday donations and noted the instructional calendar was open for community feedback. Lear reported on the legislative subcommittee ahead of the session, and Tarrant on the district's work to acquire land for facilities.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Dec. 16, 2024 meeting, as attached to the Jan. 21, 2025 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Dec. 16, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board casts its appraisal-district votes for Sterling Naron in Parker County and six candidates in Tarrant County
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met Nov. 18, 2024, with Vice President David Lear presiding and Trustees Hoyt Harris, Zachary Tarrant, Jeremy Pruett, Jim Scott and Jennifer Taylor present. Superintendent Susan Bohn celebrated the fall Circle of Greatness winners. Lear said the board will advocate for local control and increased funding in the 89th Legislative Session, and Tarrant updated the 2023 bond projects.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Nov. 18, 2024 meeting, as attached to the Dec. 16, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Nov. 18, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board approves Coder Elementary kitchen replacements, the 2024-2025 improvement plans and a technology equipment policy
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met Oct. 21, 2024, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, Jeremy Pruett, David Lear, Jennifer Taylor and Jim Scott present. Collins said the Aledo Leads cohort had held its first meeting of the year. Superintendent Susan Bohn encouraged the community to vote in the election under way. The Aledo Education Foundation donated the proceeds of its fall safety campaign to the district's safety and security efforts. Lear reported on building the district's legislative priorities and scheduling meetings with legislators, and Tarrant updated the 2023 bond projects.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Oct. 21, 2024 meeting, as attached to the Nov. 18, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Oct. 21, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board accepts land donations from FG Aledo Development and Quail Valley Land Company and nominates Sterling Naron to the appraisal district board
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met in special session Oct. 7, 2024, with all seven trustees present: Forrest Collins, Hoyt Harris, Zachary Tarrant, Jeremy Pruett, Jim Scott, Jennifer Taylor and David Lear.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Oct. 7, 2024 meeting, as attached to the Oct. 21, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Oct. 7, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
All seven trustees take their Team of 8 training in a workshop after the special meeting
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees held a workshop Oct. 7, 2024, at 6:10 p.m., following its special meeting, with all seven trustees present: Forrest Collins, Jim Scott, Jeremy Pruett, Jennifer Taylor, David Lear, Hoyt Harris and Zachary Tarrant.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Oct. 7, 2024 meeting, as attached to the Oct. 21, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Oct. 7, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board approves the superintendent's 2024-2025 contract and hears the education foundation's safety campaign
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met Sept. 17, 2024, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, Jeremy Pruett, Jim Scott, Jennifer Taylor and David Lear present; Hoyt Harris joined at 6:03 p.m. Collins discussed the safety and security measures in place across the district. Superintendent Susan Bohn thanked the high school leadership team for homecoming week. Lear reported on the legislative subcommittee's work organizing priorities for the coming session and explained the district's Local Government Collaborative.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Sept. 17, 2024 meeting, as attached to the Oct. 21, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Sept. 17, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board adopts the 2024-2025 budget and tax rate and calls part of its 2016 refunding bonds for early redemption
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met in special session Aug. 26, 2024, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Hoyt Harris, Zachary Tarrant, Jeremy Pruett, Jim Scott and David Lear present. Chief Financial Officer Earl Husfeld reviewed the proposed 2024-2025 budget and tax rate, and Collins opened a public hearing at 6:30 p.m. that drew no speakers and closed at 6:37 p.m.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Aug. 26, 2024 meeting, as attached to the Sept. 17, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Aug. 26, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board opens 2024-2025 with McKinney Elementary and the high school renovations complete, and adopts 19 policy changes
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met Aug. 19, 2024, with all seven trustees present. Superintendent Susan Bohn welcomed staff and students back and celebrated the opening of McKinney Elementary School and the renovations at Aledo High School and the Daniel Ninth Grade Campus. Vice President David Lear said the Texas House Public Education Committee had met and that the district's legislative subcommittee would begin its priorities for the 89th session the following week. Trustee Zachary Tarrant updated the 2023 bond projects.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Aug. 19, 2024 meeting (draft), as attached to the Sept. 17, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Aug. 19, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
Four trustees tour the high school and ninth grade campus construction and renovation project
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees held a workshop Aug. 12, 2024, at the high school campus with Secretary David Lear presiding and Trustees Jennifer Taylor, Jim Scott and Zachary Tarrant present. No one spoke during public comment.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Aug. 12, 2024 meeting, as attached to the Aug. 19, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Aug. 12, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
Board adopts the 2024-2025 student code of conduct and the county's alternative-education agreement, and previews 19 policy changes
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met in special session Aug. 12, 2024, at 6:04 p.m. with Vice President David Lear presiding and Trustees Jennifer Taylor, Jim Scott and Zachary Tarrant present; Hoyt Harris joined at 6:11 p.m. No one spoke during public comment.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Aug. 12, 2024 meeting, as attached to the Aug. 19, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Aug. 12, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
A two-hour August budget workshop ahead of the 2024-2025 adoption
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees held a workshop Aug. 12, 2024, called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Vice President David Lear with Trustees Hoyt Harris, Zachary Tarrant, Jim Scott and Jennifer Taylor present; Jeremy Pruett joined at 7:04 p.m. No one spoke during public comment.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Aug. 12, 2024 meeting, as attached to the Aug. 19, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Aug. 12, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
As high school construction begins, the board buys IXL and MAP Growth, replaces Coder Elementary's serving line and sets 2024-2025 staffing
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met June 17, 2024, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, Jim Scott, Jeremy Pruett, Jennifer Taylor and David Lear present. Collins reviewed subcommittee assignments and the board meeting calendar for 2024-2025. Superintendent Susan Bohn thanked the teachers leading summer school and said the Aledo High School construction and renovation had begun. Lear shared the results of the most recent local and state elections, and Tarrant reported on the tour of the district's newest campus, Lynn McKinney Elementary.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the June 17, 2024 meeting, as attached to the Aug. 19, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, June 17, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
Four trustees tour the new Lynn McKinney Elementary School before it opens
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees held a workshop June 5, 2024, at the new Lynn McKinney Elementary School, 14748 Lynn McKinney Way, with Vice President David Lear presiding and Trustees Jeremy Pruett, Jennifer Taylor and Zachary Tarrant present. No one spoke during public comment.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the June 5, 2024 meeting, as attached to the June 17, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, June 5, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
A May workshop on the NWEA MAP assessment, the 2024-2025 budget and the summer policy update
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees held a workshop May 29, 2024, with Trustees David Lear, Hoyt Harris, Zachary Tarrant, Jeremy Pruett, Jim Scott and Jennifer Taylor present; Forrest Collins joined at 5:39 p.m.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the May 29, 2024 meeting, as attached to the June 17, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, May 29, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
Lear, Scott and Pruett are sworn in, Loftin and Brown are honored, and the board orders 13 buses and a slate of 2023 bond safety projects
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met May 20, 2024, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, Jessica Brown, Jennifer Loftin and David Lear present at the start. The board recognized outgoing Trustees Jennifer Loftin, Place 2, and Jessica Brown, Place 3, and swore in David Lear to Place 1, Jim Scott to Place 2 and Jeremy Pruett to Place 3. Lear reported on the state election under way and the 2023 bond projects.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the May 20, 2024 meeting, as attached to the June 17, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, May 20, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
Board authorizes the superintendent to resolve a case pending in Parker County's 415th District Court
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met in special session April 29, 2024, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Jessica Brown, Jennifer Taylor, Hoyt Harris, Zachary Tarrant and David Lear present.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the April 29, 2024 meeting, as attached to the May 20, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, April 29, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
Board authorizes an easement and exchange of real property and approves 2024-2025 staffing
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met in special session April 16, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. with Trustees Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, Jessica Brown, Jennifer Taylor, Jennifer Loftin and David Lear present.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the April 16, 2024 meeting, as attached to the May 20, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, April 16, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
An April budget workshop, the fourth of the spring, with Vice President Brown presiding after Collins leaves
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees held a workshop April 16, 2024, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, Jessica Brown, Jennifer Taylor, Jennifer Loftin and David Lear present. Chief Financial Officer Earl Husfeld updated the board, and the board and staff discussed planning for the 2024-2025 budget.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the April 16, 2024 meeting, as attached to the May 20, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, April 16, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board buys Chromebooks with emergency connectivity funds, security video servers, McKinney Elementary materials and an ag program vehicle
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met April 15, 2024, with all seven trustees present: Forrest Collins, Hoyt Harris, Zachary Tarrant, Jessica Brown, Jennifer Loftin, Jennifer Taylor and David Lear. Collins acknowledged trustees-elect Jeremy Pruett and Jim Scott, to be sworn in in May, and announced the board's 2023-2024 training hours. Superintendent Susan Bohn congratulated UIL regional qualifiers and urged families to register for 2024-2025, including the Committed to the Cats kindergarten event. Lear gave an overview of the state-mandated STAAR test, its expenses, grading process and the limits of the data it gives districts; Brown updated the 2023 bond projects.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the April 15, 2024 meeting, as attached to the May 20, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, April 15, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board meets in closed session for the superintendent's 2023-2024 mid-year evaluation
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met in special session March 25, 2024, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Hoyt Harris, Zachary Tarrant, Jennifer Loftin, Jennifer Taylor and David Lear present; Jessica Brown joined at 6:04 p.m.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the March 25, 2024 meeting, as attached to the April 15, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, March 25, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board adopts new elementary and middle school attendance zones, approves the second guaranteed maximum price for the high school project, and cancels the May 4 election
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met March 18, 2024, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, Jessica Brown, Jennifer Loftin, Jennifer Taylor and David Lear present. Collins discussed the budget process; Superintendent Susan Bohn thanked the community for supporting the instructional calendar's staff work days, asked residents to review and respond to the district's budget communications, and thanked the 2024 Attendance Zone Committee members present. Lear reported the results of the state primary election, and Brown updated the 2023 bond projects.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the March 18, 2024 meeting, as attached to the April 15, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, March 18, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
A March workshop on the 2024-2025 budget planning process
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees held a workshop March 4, 2024, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, Jennifer Loftin, Jennifer Taylor and David Lear present; Jessica Brown joined at 5:34 p.m. and Hoyt Harris at 5:38 p.m.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the March 4, 2024 meeting, as attached to the March 18, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, March 4, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
As the superintendent describes a severe budget situation, the board sees draft attendance zones and the high school construction plan, and renews the District of Innovation plan
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met Feb. 19, 2024, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, Jessica Brown, Jennifer Loftin and Jennifer Taylor present. Collins discussed the difficult budget decisions ahead. Superintendent Susan Bohn reiterated the severity of the budget situation following the state's inaction on public school funding and how it would affect student experiences, acknowledged the 2024 Attendance Zone Committee members present, and celebrated Heather Street as the incoming principal of Lynn McKinney Elementary, with Lynn McKinney in attendance as the school's namesake. Brown urged voting in the coming election and updated the bond projects.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Feb. 19, 2024 meeting (draft), as attached to the March 18, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Feb. 19, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
A second February budget workshop runs more than two and a half hours
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees held a workshop Feb. 12, 2024, called to order at 6:05 p.m. by Vice President Jessica Brown with Trustees Zachary Tarrant, Jennifer Taylor and David Lear present; Hoyt Harris joined at 6:09 p.m. No one spoke during public comment.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Feb. 12, 2024 meeting, as attached to the Feb. 19, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Feb. 12, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
The board opens 2024-2025 budget planning in the first of four spring workshops
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees held a workshop Jan. 31, 2024, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, Jessica Brown, Jennifer Loftin, Jennifer Taylor and David Lear present; Hoyt Harris joined at 6:09 p.m.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Jan. 31, 2024 meeting, as attached to the Feb. 19, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Jan. 31, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board honors the 2023 state football champions, sets the 2024-2025 calendar, approves bond furniture and the high school's guaranteed maximum price, accepts the audit and calls the May 4 election
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met Jan. 16, 2024, with all seven trustees present: Forrest Collins, Hoyt Harris, Zachary Tarrant, Jessica Brown, David Lear, Jennifer Taylor and Jennifer Loftin. Superintendent Susan Bohn thanked families for getting students to school in the cold and acknowledged the football state champions and every group that supports the team. Lear discussed the coming primary election and its public-school topics, and Brown updated the 2023 bond projects.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Jan. 16, 2024 meeting, as attached to the Feb. 19, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Jan. 16, 2024 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
After a 12th state football title, the board hears the 2023 demographic update, seats the Attendance Zone Committee and wires the new elementary school
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met Dec. 18, 2023, with all seven trustees present: Forrest Collins, Hoyt Harris, Zachary Tarrant, Jessica Brown, David Lear, Jennifer Taylor and Jennifer Loftin. The high school choir performed. Collins congratulated the varsity football team on its state championship and the band, cheer, dance, parents and community behind it; Superintendent Susan Bohn said it was the program's 12th state title, announced the retirement of longtime employee Amy Slape at the end of the semester, and thanked the PTO for providing desserts for more than 900 employees at the staff holiday event. Lear reported that the Legislature had concluded its fourth special session of the year, discussed the lack of funding disbursement to public schools, and urged voting in the primary. Brown updated the 2023 bond projects.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Dec. 18, 2023 meeting, as attached to the Jan. 16, 2024 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Dec. 18, 2023 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board ends its custodial contract with Ambassador LLC and hires McLemore Building Maintenance
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met in special session Nov. 27, 2023, at 4:30 p.m. with Trustees Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, David Lear, Jennifer Loftin and Jennifer Taylor present; Jessica Brown joined at 4:35 p.m. and Hoyt Harris at 4:40 p.m.; Collins left at 4:50 p.m.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Nov. 27, 2023 meeting, as attached to the Dec. 18, 2023 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Nov. 27, 2023 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board approves the district improvement plan, bond-funded security cameras and playgrounds, and the charge for the committee that will redraw attendance zones
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met Nov. 13, 2023, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, Jessica Brown, Jennifer Loftin, Jennifer Taylor and David Lear present. Collins explained the board's routine work and how to contact the board and superintendent. Superintendent Susan Bohn described a flag presented to the district by a community member and veteran, congratulated the year's first state qualifiers in cross country and band, marked the Aledo Education Foundation's 10-year anniversary, and previewed the Attendance Zone Committee that will redraw lines for Lynn McKinney Elementary's opening in August 2024. Lear reported on the fourth special session and the district's advocacy.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Nov. 13, 2023 meeting, as attached to the Dec. 18, 2023 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Nov. 13, 2023 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board hires a construction manager at risk for the high school project, tables the improvement plan and reviews the intruder detection audit
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met Oct. 23, 2023, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, Jennifer Loftin, Jennifer Taylor and David Lear present. Superintendent Susan Bohn discussed the November ballot, the district's flu shot clinics and extracurricular achievements. Lear discussed the special session and the implications of its agenda for school funding.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Oct. 23, 2023 meeting, as attached to the Nov. 13, 2023 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Oct. 23, 2023 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
All seven trustees take the required Evaluating and Improving Student Outcomes training
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees held a workshop Oct. 11, 2023, with all seven trustees present: Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, Hoyt Harris, Jessica Brown, Jennifer Taylor, Jennifer Loftin and David Lear.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Oct. 11, 2023 meeting, as attached to the Oct. 23, 2023 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Oct. 11, 2023 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
Board votes to intervene in the accountability lawsuit against the state and asks the community to advocate on school funding
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met in special session at 8 a.m. Oct. 2, 2023, with Trustees Forrest Collins, Zachary Tarrant, Jennifer Loftin, Jennifer Taylor and David Lear present.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Oct. 2, 2023 meeting, as attached to the Oct. 23, 2023 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Oct. 2, 2023 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook
School board approves the schematic design for the high school renovations, a development agreement with FG Aledo, and a slate of bond consultants as the budget tightens
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees met Aug. 21, 2023, with all seven trustees present: Forrest Collins, Hoyt Harris, Zachary Tarrant, Jessica Brown, Jennifer Loftin, Jennifer Taylor and David Lear. Collins and Superintendent Susan Bohn each discussed the budget constraints following the most recent legislative session, and Lear discussed the district's communication to the community about them. The board commended four new members of the Bearcat Leadership Team. The consent agenda passed 7-0 and included the 2023-2024 appraisers and appraisal calendar, 4-H resolutions for Tarrant and Parker counties, off-campus PE sites and Public Information Act non-business days.
Sources: Aledo ISD: minutes of the Aug. 21, 2023 meeting, as attached to the Sept. 19, 2023 agenda (BoardBook); Aledo ISD: agenda, Aug. 21, 2023 (BoardBook); Aledo ISD meetings on BoardBook