Marlin ISD Discuss Safety and Security Basic Emergency Operations Plans
The Marlin ISD Board Workshop Meeting was held October 6, 2025 at 5 pm in the MISD Boardroom, Marlin High School. The Board of Managers (BOM) present were Kathleen Barrett, Rosalyn Dimerson, Misty Ehlers, Billy Johnson, Winnette Outland, Marsha Ridlehuber, Acting Superintendent Norman Jones and Dr. Rolando Trevino, TEA School Conservator.
Following the opening of the regular meeting, the BOM moved into closed session (a) Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, deliberation of personnel matters.
After returning from the closed session, Superintendent’s Reports were presented. J Adam LeJeune, Director of Technology Officer, provided Bond 2022 updates. AV projects including the auditorium, Board Room, Conference room and Learning Spaces are proceeding. Automatic closures for the security gates are near completion. Parents were reminded that the front loop is the drop off/pick up location for all high school students. The press box elevator at Legion Field should be completed mid-October.
In addition, regarding the Safety and Security Basic Emergency Operations Plans, LeJeune reported Submission of the Basic Emergency Operations Plan (EOP), Active Threat for Schools Annex and Individuals with Access and Functional Needs were submitted. Teri Rinewalt, Falls County COOP Director, was added to the School Safety and Security Committee.
Karia Sparks, Region Asst. Superintendent of Talent, presented the Marlin ISD Strategic Compensation goals to improve overall student achievement and growth and recruit and retain effective educators. The Teacher Incentive Allotment goals for strategic compensation overall evaluation for all teachers and principals and assistant principals were shared. One goal is to transition away from a step & ladder pay scale. Compensation is based on student outcomes, observations and other district priorities. It was noted effective 2026-2027, Marlin ISD will abandon the teacher salary schedule based on years of experience. The district is partnering with TEA, Steady State, and Region 12 to develop strategic compensation plans.
Norman Jones, Acting Superintendent, submitted the 2025-2026 Salary Schedule with updated Pay Grade 13 salary schedule for Executive Director of Student Services. This position will ensure 100% compliance with all state and federal mandates, provide leadership for the district, ensure preparation for students to graduate on time with post-grad options and allow principals to focus on instructional leadership.
Board Operating Procedures were shared by Byrleen Terry, Board President. The committee consists of Kathleen Barrett, chair, Misty Ehlers and Winnette Outland. With no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:22.