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We reviewed the upcoming agenda for FARMERSVILLE ISD and found 2 items with policy significance ahead of the vote.
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✅ Models to Replicate
Local actions worth capturing as model policy.
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| Aligned (LEVEL 4) |
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District Seeks Approval for Flexible School Day Program
The board will vote to approve the district’s application for the state’s Optional Flexible School Day Program (OFSDP) for the 2026-2027 school year. This program provides alternatives to traditional school day structures and scheduling, expanding educational options for students.
How to Capture It
PULL THE DOCUMENT: Confirm the approval of Item VII and request the district’s application for the Optional Flexible School Day Program to understand the scope and model. This can serve as an example of a district utilizing state flexibility for non-traditional instruction.
✅ Why It Matters: State Program Adoption
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| Aligned (LEVEL 3) |
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District to Use State Flexibility for Teacher Permit
The board will vote on issuing a ‘School District Teaching Permit’ to a paraprofessional for a 5th-grade Social Studies position. This action utilizes a state provision allowing districts to bypass standard certification requirements to fill teaching roles, addressing potential staffing shortages.
How to Capture It
CAPTURE MODEL ACTION: Document the approval of Item VI as a case study of a district using state-level teacher certification flexibility to address staffing needs. This can be cited in testimony supporting alternative certification pathways.
✅ Why It Matters: Teacher Certification Flexibility
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