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Heads up, Texas taxpayers: we’ve reviewed the upcoming DEVERS ISD agenda and found 3 items that deserve your attention before the gavel falls.
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New ‘Facilities Plan’ Could Hide Future Debt
The board is set to discuss a ‘District Facilities Plan.’ These plans are often the first step toward issuing millions in new debt, sometimes without voter approval through Certificates of Obligation.
Response
ASK THE HARD QUESTIONS: Contact the board via mjordan@deversisd.net before Tuesday’s meeting: ‘Regarding Item VII, what is the total estimated cost of this facilities plan, and will all associated debt be put before the voters for approval?’
💰 Impact: Future Taxpayer Debt
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Approval of Health Council (SHAC)
The board will vote to approve the members of the School Health Advisory Council (SHAC). These councils have significant influence over health curriculum and can be a vehicle for introducing controversial social-emotional learning (SEL) content.
Response
DEMAND OVERSIGHT: Email the board via mjordan@deversisd.net: ‘Regarding Item VIII, please publish the list of proposed SHAC members and commit that all curriculum recommendations will be made public for parental review well before any vote.’
💰 Impact: Politicized Curriculum
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| WATCH (LEVEL 5) |
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Potential Changes to School Board Elections
The board will ‘discuss the upcoming School Board Election.’ This vague item could be a discussion about changing election dates, a common tactic to reduce voter turnout and protect incumbents.
Response
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: Email the board via mjordan@deversisd.net: ‘Regarding Item VI, I urge the board to make no changes to school board election dates that would reduce voter participation, such as moving elections from November to May. Keep elections when turnout is highest.’
💰 Impact: Reduced Voter Turnout
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