April Board Workshop 2026

The Boerne ISD Board Workshop held on April 15, 2026, focused primarily on transportation safety and educational program updates with significant budget implications. A key procurement-related discussion centered on Senate Bill 546, which mandates that all Texas school buses have three-point seat belts by September 1, 2029. The district currently operates a mixed fleet with 38 buses equipped with three-point belts, 29 without any seat belts, and 8 with two-point belts. The estimated cost to retrofit the buses with three-point seat belts is approximately $594,746, while replacing non-compliant buses would cost over $6.3 million. The board discussed budgeting considerations for retrofitting or replacing buses and the potential need for legislative funding support. Additionally, the workshop covered updates on instructional frameworks, dual language programs, and the impact of House Bill 2 on pre-kindergarten programming, highlighting challenges related to state mandates and funding shifts that could affect future budget allocations. The meeting also addressed upcoming changes to state accountability standards and career and technical education funding, including new weighted reimbursements for industry-based certifications. No formal votes or contract awards were recorded during this session, but the discussions provide important context for future procurement and budget planning within the district.