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Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming EDINBURG CISD agenda. There are 5 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.
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Vague $700,000 “Instructional Materials” Contract
The board is set to approve a $700,000 contract renewal vaguely described as “Instructional Materials, Software and Equipment.” This massive, non-specific line item could easily hide spending on controversial curriculum or student data-mining software without public scrutiny.
Response
DEMAND AN ITEMIZED LIST: Contact the Board of Trustees. ‘Before you approve the $700,000 expenditure in Item 8.F, taxpayers demand an itemized breakdown of the specific software, materials, and vendors being paid under this contract.’
💰 Impact: $700,000 (Undisclosed)
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| ⚠️ Warning (LEVEL 8) |
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School District Selling 113 Acres for Housing Project
The district is planning to sell a 113-acre property to a private developer specifically for a low-to-moderate-income housing project. Taxpayers should question if the district’s mission is to solve housing issues and demand to know if this land is being sold at fair market value or as a subsidized deal.
Response
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: Contact the Board of Trustees. ‘Regarding Items 8.B and 8.C, was this property offered on the open market? Please provide the appraisal value and confirm taxpayers are receiving the highest possible price for this public asset.’
💰 Impact: Potential Sweetheart Deal
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| 🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 6) |
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District Renews “Amplify” Curriculum Using Federal Funds
The board is set to renew a $35,200 contract with Amplify for K-2 intervention materials, paid for with federal Title I funds. Parents should investigate Amplify’s curriculum content to ensure it aligns with community values before it’s approved under the consent agenda.
Response
DEMAND A RECORDED VOTE: Contact the Board of Trustees. ‘I demand Item 7.I be pulled from the Consent Agenda for separate discussion and a roll-call vote. Taxpayers deserve to know what’s in the Amplify curriculum before we renew the contract.’
💰 Impact: Federal Strings
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| 🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 5) |
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District to Partner with Multiple Outside Behavioral Health Groups
The board plans to approve multiple agreements with outside behavioral and mental health providers, including Admore Behavioral Therapy, Mesquite Treatment Center, and Tropical Texas Behavioral Health. These agreements, hidden on the consent agenda, could open the door to student services or data collection that bypasses direct parental oversight.
Response
DEMAND THE DETAILS: Contact the Board of Trustees. ‘Regarding Items 7.C, 7.D, and 7.F, please publish the full Memoranda of Understanding online before the vote. What services will be provided to students and what data will be shared?’
💰 Impact: Bypassing Parents
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✅ Wins to Defend
Good moves worth showing up to support so they stick.
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| Major Win (LEVEL 7) |
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Board Considers Forensic Audit of District Finances
The board is considering hiring an independent firm to conduct a forensic audit of the district’s finances. This is a positive step toward accountability and ensuring taxpayer dollars are being spent properly.
How to Secure It
SUPPORT THIS ACTION: Contact the Board of Trustees. ‘I strongly support Item 8.A to initiate a forensic audit. Thank you for taking financial accountability seriously and protecting our tax dollars.’
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