HISD Board Workshop 04-23-26

The Houston Independent School District (HISD) Board held a budget workshop on April 23, 2026, focusing on the 2026-27 district budget. Superintendent Miles presented an overview of the budget process, emphasizing priorities such as protecting classroom funding, investing in teachers and principals, and maintaining financial stability amid declining enrollment and revenue pressures. Key points included a significant increase in average teacher salaries, a reduction in purchase services from $520 million to $250 million to reduce reliance on outside contractors, and a balanced budget projection with a fund balance around $751 million. The board discussed budget assumptions, including anticipated decreases in federal funding and property tax revenues, and the impact of enrollment decline on state funding. The presentation also covered the district's funding formula, including weighted average daily attendance and special program allocations. Board members asked questions about salary increases for minimum wage employees, risks to budget assumptions, and the allocation of funds to magnet and special education programs. The workshop concluded with plans for further detailed budget presentations in May and a brief executive session.