RISD Board of Education Board Retreat 8/31/2026

The Roswell Independent School District Board of Education held a board retreat on August 31, 2026, focusing primarily on governance, board norms, superintendent evaluation, and district operational updates. The board discussed establishing clear, quantifiable board norms with accountability measures, including completion of required training hours. They also reviewed superintendent goals tied to student outcomes, communication improvements, and compliance metrics. Operational reports from Human Resources highlighted efforts to reduce hiring time and vacancies, while the Special Education department reported progress in reducing evaluation backlogs and staffing challenges. The Business Office provided an overview of fiscal year budgeting, audit timelines, and plans to implement a new time clock system for hourly employees by January 2027. The board also discussed restructuring meeting agendas to dedicate approximately 50% of discussion time to student data and outcomes, emphasizing strategic use of Title One funds and dual credit program updates. No specific contract awards or procurement decisions were made during this meeting, but the discussions on budgeting, staffing, and operational improvements may influence future procurement activities.