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Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming MIDWAY ISD agenda. There are 7 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.
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District Plan Uses Loophole to Weaken Classroom Standards
The board is voting on a “District of Innovation” (DOI) plan that exempts Midway ISD from key state laws. This plan allows the district to exceed the 22-student cap for K-4 classrooms and hire uncertified individuals to teach career, technology, and science courses. These changes could lead to overcrowded classrooms for young learners and a decline in instructional quality.
Response
DEMAND A RECORDED VOTE: Email the Midway ISD Board (contact info on district website) and demand that the ‘District of Innovation’ items under 9.C, especially 9.C.1, 9.C.4, and 9.C.9, be discussed individually. ‘Do not trade our children’s quality of education and manageable class sizes for administrative flexibility. Vote NO on the DOI exemptions for class size and teacher certification.’
💰 Impact: Overcrowded Classrooms, Lower Standards
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| ⚠️ Warning (LEVEL 8) |
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District Seeks Exemption from State School Security Law
Tucked into the consent agenda, the board plans to declare a “good cause exception” to avoid complying with a state law requiring a commissioned peace officer on every campus. The district cites cost savings as the reason, opting to continue with “Campus Safety Specialists” instead of armed police officers.
Response
PULL FOR A VOTE: Email the Midway ISD Board (contact info on district website): ‘I demand Consent Item 9.A.5 be pulled for a separate discussion and a recorded vote. Parents deserve a public discussion about the trade-offs between cost and the security of our children before you opt out of state law.’
💰 Impact: Reduced Campus Security
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| ⚠️ Warning (LEVEL 7) |
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District to Spend $305,000 from Savings Without Discussion
The consent agenda includes a budget amendment to spend $305,000 from the district’s fund balance (its savings account) to create and fund new positions. Approving this as part of a bundled vote prevents public discussion on a significant financial decision that reduces district reserves.
Response
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: Email the Midway ISD Board (contact info on district website): ‘Pull Consent Item 9.A.6 for a separate discussion and vote. Spending over a quarter-million dollars from the fund balance deserves a full public explanation, not a rubber stamp.’
💰 Impact: $305,000 from Savings
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| 🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 5) |
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Undisclosed Campus Improvement Plans on Consent Agenda
The board is set to approve all District and Campus Improvement Plans for 2026-2027 as part of the bundled consent agenda, but the actual plans have not been attached for public review. These documents dictate campus goals and strategies and can be a vehicle for introducing controversial programs or consultants.
Response
INVESTIGATE: Open the file for Item 9.A.3 attached in the Official Agenda (linked above) to confirm whether these plans contain ideological goals or wasteful consultant spending. Email the board to demand these plans be made public before any vote.
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Policies
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✅ Wins to Defend
Good moves worth showing up to support so they stick.
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| Major Win (LEVEL 9) |
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District Certifies Compliance with State Ban on DEI
The board is voting to certify its compliance with Senate Bill 12, the state law prohibiting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) offices and practices in public education. The district has sent formal notice to all employees and vendors and updated numerous policies to ensure focus remains on academics, not ideology.
How to Secure It
AMPLIFY THIS WIN: Email the Midway ISD Board (contact info on district website) to thank them for taking a strong stand against divisive DEI initiatives by approving Item 9.B. ‘Thank you for certifying your compliance with SB 12 and ensuring our schools focus on excellence, not political agendas.’
✅ Why It Matters: Protects Against Mission Creep
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| Major Win (LEVEL 8) |
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Midway ISD Fights for Local Control of Game Broadcasts
The board is considering a resolution to reclaim local control over broadcasting its own UIL post-season games. This pushes back against the UIL’s current model, which forces districts to use a single provider that often puts games behind a paywall, and supports free access for the community.
How to Secure It
SECURE THE WIN: Show up to thank the Board for standing up for local control and taxpayer access. Email the Midway ISD Board (contact info on district website): ‘Thank you for fighting for our right to watch our students’ achievements. Please pass the resolution in Item 9.D to reclaim our broadcast rights from the UIL.’
✅ Why It Matters: Increased Public Access
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| Major Win (LEVEL 7) |
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District Touts Bond Oversight Committee for Transparency
As part of its bond project update, the district is highlighting the work of its Bond Oversight Committee, comprised of over 20 community members. This committee provides an additional layer of public accountability for how the 2025 bond money is being spent, a win for taxpayers.
How to Secure It
REINFORCE GOOD GOVERNANCE: Email the Midway ISD Board (contact info on district website): ‘Thank you for empowering the Bond Oversight Committee. This is the kind of transparency and accountability taxpayers expect for our bond dollars.’
✅ Why It Matters: Taxpayer Accountability
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