2020-2023 DEIC, District of Innovation, & ARP ESSER III Meeting Minutes

May 10, 2021 at 3:45 pm

Eustace High School Cafeteria

Attendees: Paul McKinney, Sam Newton, Janice Beasley, Dianne Shaffer, Rachel Hersey, Brandt Powers, Cole Carpenter, Avery Reeve, Ella Taylor, Cannon Kilcrease, Cooper Reeve, Coy Holcombe, Sherri Purselley, Cindy Whorton, Kim Temple, Cindy Babcock, Kim Purselley, Jerri Davis, Josh Cheek, Tricia Corder, Cassie Munden, Beth Williamson, Cody Taylor, Vickki GoDair, Shannon Milner, Vickie Goodell, Deanna Haynes, Julie Gray, Robert Reeve, Michael Rowland, Chris Whorton, Brett Powers, Carol Warren, Amanda Planeta, and Teri Clark.

Deanna Haynes called the meeting to order at 3:48 pm and welcomed the attendees.

Ms. Haynes presented on the Title I Program.

Dr. Holcombe discussed the District of Innovation Plan. A motion was made by Tricia Corder to extend the current District of Innovation Plan by another 5 years. The motion was seconded by Amanda Planeta. The motion pass unanimously.

Dr. Holcombe informed the attendees that Eustace ISD has been awarded the ESSER (Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief) III grant. The grant was discussed and an opportunity for attendee input and questions was offered. Suggestions for use of funds included technology devices, books, learning programs, and smaller classes. Dr. Holcombe requested that any additional suggestions concerning the implementation of the grant be emailed to him.

Deanna Haynes dismissed the meeting at 4:25 pm.