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Heads up, Texas taxpayers: we’ve reviewed the upcoming LUBBOCK ISD agenda and found 6 items that deserve your attention before the gavel falls.
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District to Spend $200,000 on Behavior Tracking Software
Item XI.A includes a $200,000 purchase from NCS Pearson for ‘Review360,’ described as a ‘web-based student behavior management system.’ These systems can be used to collect and track subjective data on student behavior, creating digital records without clear parental oversight.
Response
DEMAND THE DETAILS: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link): ‘Regarding the $200,000 Pearson contract in Item XI.A, what specific student data does the Review360 system collect, who has access to it, and what is the parental opt-out process? This item should be pulled for a separate vote.’
💰 Impact: $200,000 (Student Data Collection)
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District to Hear ‘System of Great Schools’ Presentation
The board will hear a presentation on the ‘System of Great Schools’ (SGS) model under Item VIII.A. SGS is a state-level framework that can lead to significant changes in district governance, including bringing in outside charter operators to run local schools.
Response
MONITOR AND ASK QUESTIONS: This is an overview, not a vote. Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link): ‘Regarding Item VIII.A, what problem is the ‘System of Great Schools’ model intended to solve in Lubbock ISD, and how will parents be involved before any SGS strategies are adopted?’
💰 Impact: Potential Loss of Local Control
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| WATCH (LEVEL 5) |
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Vague Title — Manual Review Required
The board is set to approve ‘Turnaround’ and ‘Targeted Improvement Plans’ for eight specific schools, including Irons Middle School and Alderson Elementary. These plans dictate major changes for struggling campuses, but the plans themselves are not attached to the public agenda.
Response
INVESTIGATE: Open the file attached to Item IX.B in the Official Agenda (linked above) to confirm whether these ‘Improvement Plans’ contain new curriculum mandates or significant staffing changes. Parents at the affected schools deserve to see the details before the vote.
💰 Impact: Undisclosed School Policies
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Vague Title — Manual Review Required
The board will vote to approve a new ‘Library Acquisition List’ recommended by the parent-led School Library Advisory Council. The list of proposed books for purchase is not included in the public agenda packet.
Response
INVESTIGATE: Open the file attached to Item IX.D in the Official Agenda (linked above) to see the full list of books the district plans to purchase. Taxpayers should know what library materials their money is buying.
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Book Purchases
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✅ Wins for Taxpayers
Good moves worth showing up to support so they stick.
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District Adopts Local Wage Study to Save on Construction
The board is set to adopt prevailing wage rates for upcoming bond construction projects based on a local study from Texas Tech University, rather than using federal Davis-Bacon rates. A consultant’s analysis indicates this move offers ‘potential savings’ for taxpayers on major projects.
How to Lock It In
SECURE AND AMPLIFY: Show up to thank the Board for their fiscal diligence on Item XI.C. Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link): ‘Thank you for adopting local prevailing wage rates to ensure taxpayer dollars for bond projects are spent efficiently. This sets a great standard for fiscal responsibility.’
✅ Why It Matters: Taxpayer Savings
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District Maintains Healthy ‘Rainy Day’ Fund
As part of Item X.B, the district’s financial documents show an unassigned fund balance of over $62 million. This meets the recommended target of holding three months of operating expenses in reserve, demonstrating sound fiscal management and a strong financial position.
How to Lock It In
AMPLIFY THE WIN: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link): ‘Thank you for the responsible fiscal stewardship demonstrated in Item X.B. Maintaining a healthy fund balance protects taxpayers and ensures the district’s financial stability.’
✅ Why It Matters: Strong Financial Position
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