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📍 Drive to BAIRD ISD Office   📅 Monday, September 21, 2026 to Calendar
📄 View Official Agenda
Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming BAIRD ISD agenda. There are 3 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.
ALERT (LEVEL 4)
School Board Cancels November Trustee Election
📅 November 3, 2026
The Board is voting to cancel the November 3, 2026, trustee election because all candidates are running unopposed. While this is permitted by state law, it denies voters a choice at the ballot box and can lead to a board that is less accountable to the community over time.
Response

ASK THE BOARD: During public comment for Item VII.A.2, ask what steps the district takes to inform and encourage new candidates to run for the school board. A lack of competition can lead to a lack of accountability.

💰 Impact: Reduced Voter Choice
✅ Wins to Defend
Good moves worth showing up to support so they stick.
Major Win (LEVEL 8)
District Proactively Bans DEI in Compliance with State Law
📅 Scheduled Action
The Board is formally certifying its compliance with state law prohibiting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) duties and instruction. This action ensures the district remains focused on academics and prevents the use of taxpayer funds for divisive political agendas.
How to Secure It

SECURE THE WIN: Attend the meeting to thank the Board for proactively implementing state law and protecting students from divisive DEI initiatives. Publicly supporting Item VII.B.1 encourages other districts to follow their lead.
Major Win (LEVEL 7)
District Implements Transparent Library Book Review Process
📅 Scheduled Action
The district is publicly posting a proposed library book order for community review 30 days before any vote, in compliance with state law. This transparent process allows parents and taxpayers to review all proposed materials before they are purchased with their money.
How to Secure It

AMPLIFY THIS WIN: Contact the Board to thank them for implementing a transparent library book review process that respects parental rights. This sets a great example for other districts.
District Info
Address 600 W 7TH ST, BAIRD, TX 79504
“Freedom, Prosperity &
Opportunity”
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