001Hello Melissa ISD community. I'm Dr. Bill Gray, one of your Board of Trustees, [music] and I want to welcome you to our board meeting highlights from March 9th, 2026. We began the meeting with pledges led by students [music] from Highland Elementary. Next, we recognized individuals with Cardinal Commendations. Caden Tillman and Sophia Alvarado from Highland Elementary were recognized for the way they consistently show kindness [music] and leadership. Staff members Sabrina Wells and Emily Nelson >> [music] >> were honored for their dedication to our students. Next, we honored our MHS wrestling [music] teams. The girls earned state runner-up honors, and the boys are state champions. Their teamwork, perseverance, and school spirit are truly inspiring. [music] MISD nurses Lindsey Fagan and Lauren Rigby recognized for their compassion and [music] tireless efforts to keep our students healthy every single
002day. Next, we heard several important reports [music] and updates. Chief of Police Chris Fontana shared how the department is partnering with the Melissa Police Department. Efforts include increased enforcement [music] in school zones, as well as educating parents and students. Doug Witt of SAMCO Capital provided an update on the impact of the [music] new state law on school districts, particularly for fast-growing districts, and commended the district for its strong financial stewardship. Next, Lindsey Pitts, Director [music] of Assessment and Accountability, highlighted the district's A rating and reported that the number of students meeting the Texas college, career, and military readiness [music] requirements continues to grow. Sixth-grade Center Principal David Moliere provided [music] a campus update, sharing his excitement about the strong attendance at the recent [music] Parent Night and Elective Expo, which welcomed incoming fifth-grade students and
003their families to the campus. He also highlighted the school's continued progress [music] toward IB MYP authorization. Finally, >> [music] >> the board heard a construction update. Renovations at Cardinal Renaissance Academy are well underway with major interior upgrades, [music] and the Melissa High School arena is nearing completion with final touches in progress. Excitement's building [music] as we get close to the finish line. The board then approved several action items, including out-of-state travel to conferences [music] and competitions for district staff and several MHS student groups. That wraps up our March board meeting highlights. For the full board minutes, which will be approved and posted at the next board meeting, head to our Melissa ISD Board of [music] Trustees webpage. We invite you to our April board meeting on Monday, April 20th, >> [music] >> at 6:00 p.m.
004at the Melissa ISD Boardroom. As always, it's an honor to partner with you >> [music] >> as we work together in the best interest of our students. Go Cards!