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Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming HAWKINS ISD agenda. There are 3 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.
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District Seeks Exemption from Armed Guard Mandate
The board will vote on a resolution to opt out of the state requirement to have an armed security officer on every campus, citing a “good cause exception.” This action bypasses a key school safety measure passed by the Texas Legislature, and the district has not publicly detailed its reasoning.
Response
DEMAND AN EXPLANATION: Contact the Hawkins ISD board (see official agenda for contact info). ‘Why is the district seeking an exception to the HB3 armed officer requirement? Parents and taxpayers deserve a public explanation of the ‘good cause’ before you vote on Item 9.’
💰 Impact: Reduced Campus Security
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| 🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 6) |
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School Security Program Review Held in Secret
The board will review its “Guardian Program,” which arms school staff, in a closed executive session. This discussion, which is the likely alternative to the state’s armed officer mandate, is being held out of public view, preventing taxpayer oversight.
Response
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: Contact the Hawkins ISD board. ‘The status of the Guardian Program (Item 11C1) is a matter of public safety, especially if it’s the alternative to an armed officer. Why is this review being held in secret?’
💰 Impact: Reduced Public Oversight
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Vague ‘District Improvement Plan’ on Consent Agenda
The board is set to approve the 2026-2027 District Improvement Plan as part of a bundled consent agenda vote, without public discussion. These plans can contain significant, unvetted policy changes related to curriculum, student services, and district ideology.
Response
INVESTIGATE: The ‘District Improvement Plan’ (Item 7D) is not available for review in the agenda packet. Contact the district and demand this document be posted publicly before the vote so parents can see what’s in it.
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Policy Changes
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