America First Policy Institute
Local Policy Brief
📅 Monday, October 19, 2026 to Calendar
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We reviewed the upcoming agenda for SOMERSET ISD and found 3 items with policy significance ahead of the vote.
PRIORITY (LEVEL 7)
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Approval of Campus Goals and Performance Objectives
📅 October 19, 2026
The board may approve the 2026-2027 Campus Goals and Performance Objectives. These documents define academic and non-academic priorities and are a primary vehicle for embedding frameworks like Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) or Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) at the campus level.
Policy Use

PULL THE DOCUMENT: Retrieve the ‘2026-2027 Campus Goals and Performance Objectives’ referenced in Item VII.A from the official agenda link before the vote. Analyze the text for metrics or goals related to SEL, DEI, ‘equity’, or restorative practices.

Policy Lever: District Strategic Plan
WATCH (LEVEL 6)
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MOU with Regional Colleges and Service Center
📅 October 19, 2026
The board will approve a Memorandum of Understanding with Education Service Center, Region 20, and four local colleges and universities. The purpose and terms of the MOU are not specified, but such agreements can introduce contested ideological frameworks through teacher training, curriculum development, or dual-credit programs.
Policy Use

PULL THE DOCUMENT: Retrieve the Memorandum of Understanding referenced in Consent Agenda Item VI.E from the official agenda link to determine the scope of the partnership, particularly regarding teacher training, curriculum, and any DEI-related conditions.

Policy Lever: University Partnerships
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Approval of Emergent Bilingual Program Evaluation
📅 October 19, 2026
The board will approve the 2025-2026 evaluation and annual data for its Emergent Bilingual program. The content of this evaluation is not provided, but such reports can be a vehicle for introducing changes to curriculum, instructional frameworks, or resource allocation for this student population.
Policy Use

PULL THE DOCUMENT: Retrieve the ‘2025-2026 Emergent Bilingual Program Evaluation’ referenced in Consent Agenda Item VI.C from the official agenda link to review its findings and any recommended policy changes.

Policy Lever: Programmatic Funding
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