Welcome Back from the Superintendent

Dear Students and Parents,

Welcome to the 2009-2010 school year! So many of our employees have been working hard this summer getting our facilities ready for another school year. The summer has already ended for many of our coaches, band directors, and other extracurricular sponsors as they have been working hard with our students in preparation for the new year.

2008-2009 was a good year academically for our students and that is evident in the growth in all areas on the TAKS test, AP scores, and our high school completion rate. Our teachers, administrators, and students did a great job this past year and I believe they have built a strong foundation for even greater achievements during 2009-2010.

The mission of Bandera ISD is: “To provide ALL students with the opportunity to succeed at their highest levels; academically, ethically, and socially, allowing students to advance successfully throughout their lifetimes.”

Our goal as a school district is to provide all of our students the opportunity to grow academically, in extracurricular activities, and as a person. Academically the goal is to prepare students to graduate from BISD prepared to enter into post-secondary education or their chosen vocation. Extracurricular success means providing high quality experiences for our students in athletics, the arts, UIL academic contests, and participation in clubs and organizations. All of these endeavors require support and input from parents, teachers, businesses, and community members

Whether you are new to our community or a returning student, on behalf of Bandera ISD and the Board of Trustees, we welcome you and hope you have a great year.

Kevin L. Dyes, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools

School Starts on Monday!

Don't forget that school starts on Monday - August 24th! Here are some quick and easy links for you to use:

• School Calendar
• School Supply Lists
• Immunization Requirements

Bandera ISD Board Briefings – August 11, 2009

This briefing is a summary of action taken by the Bandera Independent School District Board of Trustees at their recent scheduled meeting.

It is provided as a courtesy and not a requirement of the Texas Open Meetings Act. It is not intended to act as the official minutes which are maintained by the Superintendent’s office and approved by the Board at a later date.

Call to Order and Establish Quorum:

• A meeting of the Bandera ISD Board of Trustees was held on August 11, 2009 at the Bandera ISD Central Office located at 815 Pecan Street in Bandera.
• Board President, Dr. Barbara Skipper called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM. A quorum was established with Board Members Greg Hicks, Laurie Neff, Barbara Skipper, Lee Haile, Don Miller, and Genevieve Modarelli in attendance.

Pledge of Allegiance:

• The Pledge of Allegiance to the United States and Texas flag was led by Board Vice-President Genevieve Modarelli.

Recognition:

• Dr. Kevin Dyes introduced new administrators to the district including Dayle Heiner (BMS Assistant Principal), Chip Jackson (Alkek Assistant Principal), Kay Miller (Transportation Director), and Felicia Bell (Food Service Director).

Consent Agenda:

• The Board approved the Consent Agenda as presented.

Information:

• No one signed up to be heard for Citizen's Comments.
• Ed Barnes from the Bandera County Appraisal District presented the Bandera ISD Certified Property Values and Bandera County Central Appraisal District 2010 Proposed Budget.
• Dr. Kevin Dyes presented information on the Bandera ISD Interest and Sinking Tax Rate.
• Dr. Kevin Dyes presented an Update on Extra-Curricular Charters/Constitutions and Handbooks.
• Dr. Kevin Dyes presented Policy DEA(Local) regarding Disaster Pay.
• Dr. Kevin Dyes presented information on the Campus and District Improvement Plans.
• Mrs. Regina Howell presented the 2009-2010 Personnel Report.
• Dr. Kevin Dyes presented an Update on Graduation Requirements.
• Dr. Kevin Dyes presented the 2009-2010 State of the District Report.

Regular Agenda:

• The Board approved the Investment Grade Energy Audit Agreement with T.A.C.
• The Board approved the Student Code of Conduct and Recommended Changes for 2009-2010 with one revision.
• The Board approved the Digital Records Management Resolution for Bandera ISD.

Adjourn:

• The meeting was adjourned at 8:15 PM.
  

Teachers Represent District at State Level

Did you know that six Bandera ISD teachers were chosen to serve on the state textbook committee this summer? The teachers were: Regina Hillis, Michelle McLerran, Johnette McWhorter, Cindy Mazurek, Yvette Milner, and Tammy Royal.