Board Briefs: June 16, 2025
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Manor ISD’s Board Briefs
Welcome to the latest edition of Manor ISD’s Board Brief! Each month, we will offer a snapshot of key decisions, discussions, and highlights from our most recent board meeting. As always, Manor ISD is committed to transparency and keeping our community informed about the work being done to support our students, staff, and schools. In this update, you'll find information about important approvals, recognitions, and updates on initiatives aimed at enhancing the educational experience across our district.
Meeting recording Meeting Agenda/Boardbook
Closed Session Action Items
Kendra Doyle Named Director of Academics & Multilingual Education for Manor ISD
Manor ISD has named Dr. Kendra Doyle as the district’s new Director of Academics and Multilingual Services. Dr. Doyle has over two decades of experience. Her extensive background includes roles such as classroom teacher, instructional specialist, and curriculum coordinator.
Most recently, she served for seven years as the Executive Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment for San Antonio ISD, where she oversaw academic departments, developed performance-enhancing strategies, and fostered leadership development.
Dr. Charles Rodriguez Named Principal of Bluebonnet Trail Elementary School
Manor ISD has named Dr. Charles Rodriguez as the new principal of Bluebonnet Trail Elementary School. With 20 years in education, including 15 in leadership, Dr. Rodriguez brings expertise in campus management, instructional leadership, and team development. His career includes roles as an educator, elementary and middle school principal, and district department director. Most recently, as Director of Student Services, he successfully reduced suspensions by 20% in one year. Dr. Rodriguez holds a Doctorate in Education from Texas Tech University and a Master's from Texas Wesleyan University.
Budget Hearing
CPM 2 dictates that the Superintendent will not allow the District to be fiscally unsound. The data presented indicates that FY24-25 will be the District’s lowest point on its general financial position, with upward progression over the next biennium of up to a conservative CMP projection of 20% by FY26-27.
The adoption of a balanced budget in FY25-26 marks the turning point and the beginning of the rebuilding of the District’s general fund balance. Administration presented a balanced budget where revenues and expenditures for the FY25-26 equal $100,916,605.
Superintendent Update
Safety Update
Dr. Sormani updated trustees and the community on six more safety recommendations that have been implemented. He also informed the community that a Weapons Detection System was installed at Manor High School before the end of the school year. All secondary campuses are projected to have their systems installed before the start of the school year. Dr. Sormani also highlighted the large decrease in fights year over year on campuses as well as the increase in student attendance.
Points of Pride
Congratulations to Carol Jackson, principal of Decker ES, and Leticia Jones, principal of Manor New Tech MS, for recently earning their doctorates! Congratulations to Dr. Tamey Williams-Hill, Deputy Superintendent, who was named to the prestigious Holdsworth Center Aspiring Superintendent’s Academy.
Legislative Updates
Dr. Sormani reviewed House Bill 1481, which the state legislature passed this session. It will ban the student use of personal electronic devices during “instructional time” which TEA usually means bell to bell. While the education agency has not yet set rules, the law takes effect this school year so students and parents should expect all devices to be off and out of sight. The law requires disciplinary action and the confiscation of the device if the rules are not followed.
Information Items
Monthly Financial Report
The operating financial report for the month ending May (11/12 or 91.6% of the budget year), reflects the following:
- The General Fund has collected $92,294,340 (90.9% of the budgeted revenue), which is an increase of $4,127,192 or 4.7% year over year.
- The General Fund has spent $106,746,161 (90.8% of the budgeted expenditures), which is an increase of $13,030,399 or 14% year over year.
- The Debt Service Fund has collected $48,523,918 (104.3% of the budgeted revenue) and has spent $32,876,218 (54.2% of budgeted expenditures). Debt service payments are made during the months of February and August.
- The Nutrition Program Fund has collected $8,079,491 (83.2% of the budgeted revenue) and has spent $8,262,695 (73.6% of budgeted expenditures).
Community Facilities Committee Presentation on District Needs
Manor ISD’s facility planning is guided by the Citizens Facility Advisory Committee (CFAC), a group of community members and district officials who evaluate infrastructure needs based on enrollment growth, safety, and educational goals. With clear leadership roles and regular meetings, CFAC promotes transparency and informed decision-making. As enrollment grew over 4% in a year, the district monitors campus utilization and uses demographic data to plan expansions, renovations, and boundary adjustments to avoid overcrowding and ensure efficient use of space.
In addition to planning for growth, the district assesses facility conditions to address deferred maintenance and prioritize capital projects using the Facility Condition Index (FCI). Community surveys help guide these efforts by identifying public priorities. Strategies include renovating existing buildings, adding portables, modernizing campuses, and redrawing boundaries. The district also supports transportation, technology, safety, fine arts, and athletic facility needs. Maintenance is managed through two key programs: M&O for daily operations and I&S for long-term capital projects, ensuring the district’s infrastructure remains safe, functional, and future-ready.
June 16, 2025 CFAC Meeting Presentation
Presentation of Summative GPM and CPM Monitoring Reports
MISD Administration provided an update on the Goal and Constraint Progress Measures that covered the district’s finances, student performance CCMR goals and teacher retention for the 2024-2025 school year.
Action Items
Approval of 2024-2025 Budget Amendment
Approval of 2025-2026 Budget - a balanced budget!
Approval to Expend Funds to Pay for a School Board Membership to MASBA
Consideration and Approval of the 2025-26 Agreement to Purchase Attendance Credits