Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Lawana Pulliam’s organization
Apr 24, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Region 16 Education Service Center Board Regular Meeting
The board addressed several key items, including the approval of Head Start and Early Head Start policies, transportation waiver requests, and the designation of Castro County as a medically underserved area. Financial matters were reviewed, including investment reports, budget amendments, and the selection of an official auditor for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The board approved various contract proposals, including data strategy, fiber leasing, and professional development services, as well as shared services arrangements and a new compensation plan for 2026-2027. Additionally, the meeting covered employee insurance benefit contributions and reviewed personnel reports and an artificial intelligence acceptable use policy.
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Region 16 Education Service Center Board Regular Meeting
The Board approved the cancellation of the 2026 Board of Directors election and authorized updates to Head Start/Early Head Start policies and the grant continuation application. Key actions included the approval of the New Rural Pathway Excellence Partnership (R-PEP) interlocal agreement, acceptance of financial and investment reports, and approval of donations. The board also awarded contracts for conference venues and fiber services, established the meeting schedule and holiday calendar for the upcoming year, and authorized additional personnel positions related to a new grant. The Executive Director provided updates on strategic planning, superintendent vacancies across the region, and feedback from the Texas Education Agency regarding recent site visits.
Feb 11, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Texas Panhandle P-16 Council Management Board Meeting Minutes
The council discussed educational initiatives including a half-off tuition program for educators and enrollment updates from area colleges. Reports were provided on ESC projects, including literacy partnerships, expansion of regional career and education programs, and upcoming career fair events. The board took action on financial matters, approving funding for an AI readiness and governance initiative, the expansion of the Storybridge project, and lunch expenses for a high school career fair. Additionally, a focus group for the Amarillo Area Foundation was discussed.
Dec 10, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Texas Panhandle P-16 Council Management Board Meeting
The council discussed various regional initiatives, including Badger Bound certification programs, teaching pathway clarifications, Panhandle Gives financial updates, and STEM grant opportunities. The P-16 report covered updates on professional network convenings, upcoming career fairs, the distribution of activity cards to community organizations, teacher pipeline grants, and regional initiatives for artificial intelligence. Budget discussions focused on expanding AI training for boards and districts, supporting the Storybridge expansion for kindergarten readiness, and providing reimbursement for an EPIC event lunch. Additionally, the council reviewed the success of a youth panel and keynote presentation, with plans to establish it as an annual event.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
