Welcome back to our monthly School Board meeting newsletter! This edition brings you some highlights of the CISD School Board meeting that was held on October 12, 2026. Our goal is to keep you connected and informed each month. |
- Superintendent, Dr. Yvonne Munoz recognized CISD campus Principals, Ms. Sarah Womble, Ms. Jolane Maddox, and Mr. Michael Skinner in honor of National Principal Recognition during the month of October. Dr. Munoz informed the Board about the upcoming Run-Walk-Roll Antibullying 5K on October 28. Tradition continues with the PreK Trick or Treat at Central office on October 29th. Also on Oct. 29th, Dr. Munoz and the Board will be going to present in Uvalde at TASB. Dr. Munoz reviewed the upcoming Veteran’s Day Program, 17th Annual Retired Teachers’ Luncheon, and Christmas Open House.
- Director of Academic Services, Dr. Boothe, reported to the Board on BOY assessments, common assessments, and staff development. Dr. Boothe communicated that math coaches from Region 20 have completed 16 hours of training for the elementary and middle school math teachers. Dr. Boothe complete District Testing Coordinator annual training. The site-based, District Wide Committee met September 30th for District Improvement Planning Revisions. Comfort Elementary is required to complete a Local Improvement Plan in conjunction with their Campus Improvement Plan. The requirements include specific details about changes to be made to boost student performance, administrative monitoring, and district supports. PLCs - continuing this year (14 meetings each week). Open House/Report Card Night was Oct. 7th, with additional information for parents regarding previous STAAR data, their child’s performance, and information about signing up for one-on-one parent conferences.
- Director of Health/Safety/Communications, Emily Steffek, informed the Board that Create Healthy sponsored the purchase of six to seven new AEDs. Teen Lifeline held it’s second coffee chat for CISD parents. The 5th Annual Run-Walk-Roll is scheduled for Oct. 28th. Mrs. Steffek informed the Board that the IDA window opens in November, the 2026-2029 School Safety Audit window opened Sept. 1, 2026. Raptor Technology hardware installation has begun and training is set for all employees. Mrs. Steffek completed BTA and Title IX training and is scheduled for upcoming PIO training. SRP training for all contracted service employees has been completed. The DVA audit is scheduled for December with a preliminary visit from TEA in October.
- Director of Finance, Jake Smiley, reported to the Board that the district will begin utilizing Positive Pay services available through our banking relationship. The district will begin expanding the use of ACH (Automated Clearing House) payments for vendors to reduce reliance on paper checks and further limit exposure to check fraud. Two new accounts will be presented for approval later in this meeting: a Construction Account and an Accounts Payable Clearing Account.
- Comfort Elementary School Principal, Michael Skinner, gave an update how CES is focusing on effective use of instructional and Advisory time each day. Continual walkthroughs and teacher coaching. Completed BOY MAP testing and CBAs.
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- Comfort Middle School Principal, Jolane Maddox, reported the CMS Emergent Bilingual students are currently scheduled to complete their BOY Summit K12 assessment during the second week of October. In order to address our Math and Reading academic weaknesses at all grade levels, every CMS student has a math and reading lab in addition to their CORE RLA & Math classes.
- Comfort High School’s principal, Sarah Womble, reported that the first common assessment was administered in each EOC course. Weekly PLC meetings in each core area. The hospitality committee hosted their monthly staff luncheon. The theme was “tailgate” this month. CHS sponsored a blood drive. Spring planning is underway in regard to educating our incoming 9th graders from Comfort Middle School as well as meeting with all high school teachers to ensure their programs are aligned to their liking. SAT School Day and PSAT/NMSQT will be administered on the high school campus on Wednesday, October 28th and the ACT will be given on Friday, November 6th.
- Athletic Director, Jay Rieken, reported The Comfort Bobcat football program continues to compete and develop at every level. The Varsity Bobcats currently hold a 1-3 record and will begin district play this week as they turn their focus toward the most important stretch of the season. The JV Bobcats are 3-1 and continue to show improvement and development each week. Our middle school teams are also making great progress. Comfort Cross Country hosted the 8th Annual Billy Nabours Oktoberfest Meet on September 30. The meet featured 34 schools and more than 600 runners. Several Comfort runners posted some of their best times of the season, including Lexie Womble (15:00), Catherine Brown (15:52), Sam Monti (19:56), and A.J. Patton (20:14). The Bobcat boys will now turn their attention toward postseason competition as they look to earn their fifth consecutive trip to the Regional Meet. The District Cross Country Meet will be held October 14 in Llano. Our middle school athletes continue to make improvements every day on the court. They are showing tremendous growth as they develop their fundamental skills, court awareness, and understanding of team play. Deer Volleyball remains in the hunt for a district playoff spot. The team battled through a tough loss against Ingram but never stopped competing. The energy in the gym was outstanding, and it was great to see Comfort Nation showing up in force to support our athletes.
- Technology Director, Jennifer DiGiacinto, stated Technology has been assisting with the technical side of the implementation of the new Raptor Emergency system and alignment of our door access system with SPAT compliance. October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Technology will be sending out weekly cybersecurity information to staff and secondary students.
- McLemore custodial services reported that during September, the custodial team maintained daily work-order oversight, completed weekly safety meetings, participated in Standard Re
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- The School Board approved the recommendation to approve the 2026-2027 District Improvement Plan and the High School and Middle School Campus Improvement Plan Performance Objectives as presented.
- The School Board approved the recommendation to approve the Elementary Campus Improvement Plan and the Local Improvement Plan for the 2026-2027 school year as presented.
- The School Board approved the recommendation to approve the 2026-2027 SHAC members as presented.
- The School Board approved the recommendation to approve the scoreboards by Spectrum Watchfire as presented.
- The School Board approved the recommendation to approve the opening of a Construction account and Accounts Payable Clearing account at Security State Band and Trust with the account signers as follows: Charlotte Kneupper, Lilly Edwards, Dr. Yvonne Munoz, and Jake Smiley.
- The School Board approved the recommendation to adopt the 2026 Legislation Priorities Resolution as presented.
- The School Board approved the recommendation to approve Fletco’s Cost Proposal for the Baseball Dugouts and Storage Buildings for the Baseball and Softball fields as presented.
- The School Board approved the recommendation to approve Mission Restaurant Supply to purchase the cafeteria serving line for Comfort Elementary School with the furniture bond funds as presented.
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CISD Vision: Excellence through Cultivating Hearts and Minds
CISD Mission: Comfort ISD ensures all students receive a premier education and exceed state standards. We desire excellence for all children; find and develop the individual talents of every child; and cultivate hearts and minds by teaching integrity and responsibility and empowering students with knowledge to develop into productive citizens.
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