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Heads up, Texas taxpayers: we’ve reviewed the upcoming TRENTON ISD agenda and found 3 items that deserve your attention before the gavel falls.
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District Pays Over $464,000 to TASB Lobbying Affiliate
The district’s check register, buried in the consent agenda, shows a $3,300 payment to TASB, Inc. and over $461,000 to the TASB Risk Management Fund. The Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) actively lobbies the state legislature for policies that often lead to higher taxes and reduced local control.
Response
DEMAND A RECORDED VOTE: Email the Trenton ISD Board (contact info on district website): ‘I demand the Consent Agenda be split and the payments to TASB (checks 055950 and 092026) be discussed and voted on separately. Why are our tax dollars funding an organization that lobbies against taxpayer interests?’
💰 Impact: Over $464,000 to Lobbying Affiliate
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| WARNING (LEVEL 7) |
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Campus Plans Formalize SEL and Behavior Programs
The board is set to approve the 2026-2027 Campus Improvement Plans, which explicitly commit the elementary school to Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS). These programs can divert classroom time from core subjects like reading and math to focus on subjective emotional and behavioral modification.
Response
DEMAND A RECORDED VOTE: Email the Trenton ISD Board (contact info on district website): ‘Regarding the Action Item to approve the Campus Improvement Plans, I am concerned about the heavy emphasis on SEL and PBIS. I request a separate discussion and recorded vote on this item to ensure the board’s focus remains on academic excellence.’
💰 Impact: Shift from Academics to SEL
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| WARNING (LEVEL 6) |
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District Pays for Social-Emotional Learning Curriculum
A payment of $2,499 to CharacterStrong LLC is included in the consent agenda’s financial reports. CharacterStrong provides Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculum, which can shift focus from core academics to subjective emotional and social programming.
Response
DEMAND THE DETAILS: Email the Trenton ISD Board (contact info on district website): ‘Regarding check 055883 to CharacterStrong LLC in the Consent Agenda, please provide details on this SEL curriculum before the vote. Parents deserve to know what is being taught and whether it aligns with our community’s values.’
💰 Impact: $2,499 for SEL Curriculum
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