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Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming LORENA ISD agenda. There are 6 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.
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District to Appoint Member to Lobbyist Board (TASB)
The board is nominating one of its own trustees to the board of the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB). TASB is a taxpayer-funded organization that lobbies the state legislature, often against property tax relief, transparency, and parental rights.
Response
DEMAND A RECORDED VOTE: Contact the Lorena ISD Board (see the Official Agenda link for contact info). ‘Regarding Item 8.10, I oppose strengthening our district’s ties with TASB, a lobby that works against taxpayers. Please vote NO on this nomination and hold a roll-call vote so we know where each trustee stands.’
💰 Impact: Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying
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| ⚠️ Warning (LEVEL 8) |
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District Seeks Exemption from Armed Guard Mandate
The board is voting to declare a “good cause exception” to the state law requiring an armed security officer on every campus. This means one or more schools will not have the mandated level of security, and the board must justify why they cannot comply.
Response
DEMAND ANSWERS ON SCHOOL SAFETY: Show up to the meeting and ask the board to explain Item 8.6. ‘Why is the district unable to comply with the state’s armed security officer requirement? What is the specific safety plan for the campuses that will be left without a dedicated officer?’
💰 Impact: Reduced Campus Security
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| 🚩Watchlist (LEVEL 6) |
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District Seeks Exemption From State Education Laws
The district is starting the process to renew its “District of Innovation” status for another five years. This designation allows the district to opt out of certain state laws, potentially affecting teacher certification, class sizes, and the school calendar.
Response
ASK FOR THE DETAILS: Contact the Lorena ISD board before the meeting. ‘Regarding Item 8.1, what specific state laws does the district plan to seek exemptions from in the renewed District of Innovation plan? Taxpayers deserve to know what accountability measures are being removed before this process begins.’
💰 Impact: Reduced Accountability
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New Student Behavioral Health Partnership
The district is approving a “Care Coordination Agreement” with the Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network. These agreements can sometimes involve sharing sensitive student data or providing services that bypass parental consent.
Response
INVESTIGATE: Open the file for Item 8.5 in the Official Agenda (linked above) to review the agreement. Email the Lorena ISD Board: ‘Please publish the full Care Coordination Agreement with the KLARAS Center online before the vote. What specific student data will be shared, and what are the parental notification and opt-out procedures?’
💰 Impact: Student Data Sharing
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Key Health Committee Members to be Approved
The board is approving the members of the School Health Advisory Committee (SHAC), which influences health and sex education curriculum. The proposed list of members has not been made public with the agenda.
Response
INVESTIGATE: Open the file attached for Item 8.7 in the Official Agenda (linked above) to see the list of nominees. Contact the Lorena ISD Board: ‘Please publish the names and affiliations of the proposed SHAC members before the vote. Parents have a right to know who is advising the district on their children’s health curriculum.’
💰 Impact: Politicized Health Curriculum
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Undisclosed Goals for District and Campus Plans
The board will vote to approve the goals for the District and Campus Improvement Plans. These documents guide campus spending and priorities, and can be used to introduce Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) or other ideological initiatives without public debate.
Response
INVESTIGATE: Open the file attached for Item 8.9 in the Official Agenda (linked above) to review the goals. Contact the Lorena ISD Board: ‘Please post the full text of the proposed improvement plan goals online so the public can review them before the vote.’
💰 Impact: Mission Creep on Taxpayer Dime
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