Board Resolution
Resolution to Initiate the Process of Designation as a District of Innovation
WHEREAS, the Fabens ISD Board of Trustees is committed to the vision that all students in Fabens ISD will be successful, lifelong, global learners, and
WHEREAS, House Bill 1842 provides Texas public school districts the opportunity to be designated as Districts of Innovation; and
WHEREAS, the Fabens ISD Board of Trustees wished to support innovation and local initiatives to improve educational outcomes for the benefit of our students and community; and
WHEREAS, The Fabens ISD Board of Trustees believes the achievement of our vision can best be met through increased local control over district operations; and
WHEREAS, House Bill 1842 requires districts seeking to be designated as Districts of Innovation to develop a Local Innovation Plan providing for a comprehensive educational program and identifying the requirements imposed by the Texas Education Code that inhibit the goals of the Local Innovation Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Fabens ISD Board of Trustees believes that any Local Innovation Plan, if ultimately adopted, should be developed in collaboration with the community and district stakeholders; and
WHEREAS, before considering the creation of a Local Innovation Plan, the Fabens ISD Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing to receive feedback from the community and District Stakeholders.
NOW, THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT the Fabens ISD Board of Trustees on ________________ 2017 initiates the process of exploring and considering designation of the District as a District of Innovation under House Bill 1842.
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