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Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming SAN ANGELO ISD agenda. There are 4 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.
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District Fails to Meet State-Mandated School Safety Law
The district is claiming a “good cause exception” to avoid complying with state law requiring an armed security officer on every campus. Administration cites a shortage of qualified personnel, meaning some schools will not have the required level of protection mandated by the Texas Legislature.
Response
DEMAND A PLAN: Email the Board (contact info on district website): ‘A personnel shortage is not an acceptable long-term excuse for failing to protect our kids. What is the specific, time-bound plan to recruit, hire, and place an armed officer at every single campus as required by law?’
💰 Impact: Reduced Student Safety
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| 🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 5) |
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Library Book Purchases Hidden from Public View
The agenda includes an item to approve new library books, but the actual list of titles is not attached to the public documents. The attachment states the list was posted on the district’s website, but this requires parents to hunt for the information instead of having it readily available for review before the meeting.
Response
INVESTIGATE & DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: Find the book list on the district website before the September 21st meeting. Email the Board (contact info on district website): ‘For Item VIII.F.3, please attach the full list of proposed library books to all future agendas so parents can review them easily.’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Library Content
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| ALERT (LEVEL 4) |
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Board to Review $50,000+ Tech Contract with No Price Tag Attached
The board is reviewing a future agenda item to approve a phone service contract expected to exceed $50,000. However, the supporting document is an explicit “placeholder” and contains no information on the proposed vendor or cost, preventing any meaningful public oversight before the item is finalized for a vote.
Response
DEMAND THE DETAILS: Email the Board (contact info on district website): ‘Regarding the Zoom phone contract (RFQ 26.0904), please ensure the final proposed contract and all competing bids are published with the agenda at least 72 hours before the September 21st vote.’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Contract Amount
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✅ Wins to Defend
Good moves worth showing up to support so they stick.
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| Win (LEVEL 6) |
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District Acknowledges Need to Cut Spending Amid Declining Enrollment
Superintendent Goal #3 for the upcoming school year is to adopt a balanced budget by “reducing expenditures to mitigate the declining enrollment and loss of revenue from the state.” This is a positive sign that the district intends to live within its means rather than automatically passing the cost of fewer students onto remaining taxpayers.
How to Secure It
SECURE THE WIN: Show up to thank the Board for this fiscally responsible goal. Email the Board (contact info on district website): ‘I support Superintendent Goal #3 to reduce spending. Please ensure these cuts target administrative overhead, not essential classroom functions, and keep the public informed on your progress.’
✅ Why It Matters: Fiscal Discipline
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