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Heads up, Texas taxpayers: we’ve reviewed the upcoming SAN ELIZARIO ISD agenda and found 3 items that deserve your attention before the gavel falls.
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District Reviewing Lobbying Agendas That Oppose Parental Rights
The board is reviewing the legislative priorities of the National School Boards Association (NSBA), Texas Association of School Boards (TASB), and other administrative groups under item 6.C.2. These organizations use taxpayer-funded dues to lobby in Austin and D.C. against school choice, vouchers, and education savings accounts, directly undermining the rights of parents and taxpayers.
Response
SPEAK UP: This is an information item, not a vote, making it the perfect time to educate the board during Open Forum. Sign up to speak and tell the board: ‘Item 6.C.2 shows our district is aligning with groups that lobby against parents and taxpayers. I urge you to end our district’s relationship with TASB, NSBA, and any group that fights against school choice.’
💰 Impact: Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying
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Board Training with Anti-Taxpayer Lobby Groups
Agenda item 6.C.3 promotes board member training and conferences with the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) and the National School Boards Association (NSBA). These events are run by the same organizations that lobby against taxpayer interests like school choice and property tax relief. Taxpayer dollars should not be spent to deepen relationships with these political advocacy groups.
Response
INVESTIGATE: Contact the Board of Trustees. ‘Regarding Item 6.C.3, please disclose the full cost for board members to attend TASB and NSBA events, including travel, lodging, and registration fees. Taxpayer money should not fund organizations that lobby against taxpayers.’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Travel & Training Costs
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District to Reduce Transparency on Contractor Pay
Under Consent Item 5.B, the board will vote to remove specific pay rates for contracted Special Education services from the public compensation plan. This change makes it harder for taxpayers to see how much the district is paying for these specialized services, reducing financial transparency.
Response
DEMAND A RECORDED VOTE: Contact the Board of Trustees. ‘Regarding Consent Item 5.B, I ask that you pull this item for a separate discussion and vote. Removing contractor pay rates from the public compensation plan reduces transparency, and taxpayers deserve to know how their money is being spent.’
💰 Impact: Reduced Financial Transparency
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