Brenham ISD Board Meeting 3-2-2026 Noon Board Meeting

The Brenham ISD Board held a meeting on March 2, 2026, focusing on technology infrastructure upgrades and grant acceptance. The board reviewed and approved a procurement request for network equipment upgrades, including 10 network switches, 20 SFPs, and 5 access points with licensing, under a Category 2 internal connections contract. The total cost exceeds $35,000, with the district responsible for 20% ($17,341.57) and the remainder covered by support funds, resulting in a savings of over $69,000 through a year-long rating process. Additionally, the board approved acceptance of the Texas Education Agency Lasso Cycle 4 Lift Grant totaling $636,000 and a PLC add-on grant of $240,000. The funds will support instructional coaching and professional learning services, with contracted services awarded to the National Institute for Teaching (NIT) to maintain continuity and leverage existing relationships. Motions to approve both the network upgrade funding and grant acceptance were passed unanimously.