Texas Public Policy Foundation Alert: HILLSBORO ISD – Monday, September 14, 2026 [2db3af7f]

Texas Public Policy Foundation

Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming HILLSBORO ISD agenda. There are 2 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.

ALERT (LEVEL 4)

Requires Verification

Vague Policy Update Requires Scrutiny

📅 Scheduled Action

The board is voting on an update to “Policy DNA (LOCAL)” related to the T-TESS teacher appraisal system. The actual text of the proposed changes was not included in the public agenda, making it impossible for parents and taxpayers to review what new evaluation criteria are being added before the vote.

Response

INVESTIGATE: The text for the proposed update to Policy DNA (LOCAL) under Item 5.A was not attached to the public agenda. Contact the District Office and ask for the full text of the proposed changes to be posted online before the vote.

💰 Impact: Hidden Policy Changes

ALERT (LEVEL 3)

Requires Verification

Undisclosed “Compliance” Certification Vote

📅 Scheduled Action

The board will vote to certify compliance with unspecified laws related to “Senate Bill 12” and the Texas Education Code. The agenda provides no details on what the district is certifying or what changes were made to achieve compliance, preventing public oversight of this official action.

Response

DEMAND THE DETAILS: Contact the Board before the meeting regarding Item 5.D. Ask: ‘Which specific laws under SB 12 does this certification cover, and can the district provide a report on the actions taken to ensure compliance before the board votes?’

💰 Impact: Rubber-Stamping Unknowns

District Info

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121 E FRANKLIN ST, HILLSBORO, TX 76645

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