The federal agency confirmed this. Two board members are elected at large, five board members are elected from single-member districts, both serving 3-year terms with elections held annually. Seay and Beck plan to establish a 501-c3 nonprofit, separate from the Facebook group, which can then work to raise money to help the school district. De Leon did not respond to multiple requests for comment. Superintendent Pages. There are a lot of things going on there. Therere people out there that are upset for whatever reason, with society, with different organizations, whatever it might be, they are just upset, they arent happy. Caloss grew up in Bandera and he and his wife have spent most of their lives in the area. She is originally from San Diego. 2022-06-17. A superintendents briefing on the districts website covering its July 18 board meeting states that the agents told the officials several times that the district is not under investigation. USAA wants some remote employees in the office three days Texas Vista owner has threatened hospital shutdown before, Bexar County deputy reunites African tortoise with owners, Gunmen blast 75 rounds at Northwest Side apartment, San Antonio Zoo has a long but spotty history with giraffes, Rosie Castros appointment much more than a 3-month council stint. I cant really explain it, Caloss said. We concluded that the allegations we reviewed regarding misuse of federal funds could not be substantiated, wrote a spokesperson for the department, Catherine Grant. Medina Valley ISD continues to be a destination district in the San Antonio area for families seeking a superior and diverse education that inspires excellence, promotes accountability and values, and encourages all students to achieve their highest potential. The district has delayed returning public information requests and Seay and Beck have paid hundreds of dollars to the district for research and copying fees in the interim. Youll be shocked at how much money we are spending. Log In. 'Bad stuff going on:' Group dogs Medina Valley ISD, complicating new superintendent's job Claire Bryan , Staff writer Nov. 13, 2022 Updated: Nov. 15, 2022 10:45 a.m. Medina ISD Admin Office. Medina Valley Independent School District 8449 F M 471 S, CASTROVILLE, TX 78009 (830) 931-2243 Website 7 Schools 5,455 Students Grades PK-12 RATINGS ACADEMICS ENVIRONMENT Reviews 4 Preschools 4 Elementary Schools 2 Middle Schools 1 High School 7 Total Schools RATINGS District Summary Ratings Northside ISDs retiring chief: politics hurting education. An online petition calling for Paul Holzhaus, the MVISD deputy director of facilities, to be named superintendent drew almost 400 signatures. The idea of a permanently critical opposition hovering over the school district is a sign of the times to me, Caloss said. In a recent interview, Seay said he was played by people he didnt know who handed him $100 bills at a town hall event. WILLS POINT, Texas (KLTV) - Dr. Scott Caloss, superintendent of Wills Point ISD, has announced he will take a position with Medina Valley ISD. Due to a long battle . In 2007, the Texas Ethics Commission found Seay violated state law by I have no idea what their plans are, to be honest, because they havent had a conversation with the school district. Cafeteria 830-589-7478. The winners of the board election will be working with a new superintendent. Jury takes an hour to reach verdict over deal at Port S.A. Heres why it hailed through the Alamodome last night, Look inside historic $2.3 million King William home. Dr. Rohrbach said, I am incredibly proud to have had the privilege to serve as Superintendent of Medina Valley ISD. He said he wrote down their names and addresses, not knowing that they would later turn out to be fake. Published: Jul. Copyright 2022 by KSAT - All rights reserved. Stay up to date on the latest stories from San Antonio and beyond by signing up for our newsletters here. There are seven schools with a total of approximately 6,109 students enrolled. Theyll go to jail if they do.. Caloss pointed out that Dallas-area man named lone finalist for Medina Valley ISD superintendent, Texas bill proposes tax cuts for only straight, married couples, S.A. area pelted with large hail, heavy wind in overnight storm, Helen L. 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Ellisons contract was not renewed by the outgoing superintendent, Kenneth Rohrbach, at the end of the 2021-2022 school year. The meeting at St. Louis Braden Keller Community Center drew long-time Castroville residents who wanted to make sure their property taxes werent unnecessarily high, responding to a pair of activists in a group called MVISD Taxpayers for Transparency who are skeptical of the school districts finances and operations. On January 11, the Medina Valley ISD Board of Trustees voted to hire TASB Executive Search Services (ESS) to conduct a search for a new superintendent. during an unsuccessful run for mayor of Castroville. It is being wasted, Seay said. She previously worked as a business reporter at the Albany Times Union and an education reporter at Chalkbeat. My goal is not to go in there and completely uproot and make a whole lot of big changes, Caloss said. Medina ISD Admin Office. We are blessed with outstanding students and staff, and an incredibly supportive community. Joe retired early from a successful career as Superintendent of Schools for Hudson ISD, deep in the Piney Woods of East Texas. During the public comment section of the meeting Thursday, members of the community expressed that they felt Nix was not qualified for the job because he did not have enough experience dealing with district financial decisions including bond packaging and construction jobs. This summer, the U.S. Department of Educations Office of the Inspector General investigated how the district spent its pandemic relief funds, but found no violations. Although Nix did not include a reason for backing out, the news comes just days after voters did not approve two bond packages for MVISD. Medina Valley Independent School District trustees latest choice to be their next superintendent grew up in a neighboring county and has ties to the area, though his 29-year education career has taken him across Texas. Ive seen it over the last couple of years., On ExpressNews.com: Claire Bryan joined the Express-News education team in August 2021. Click each board member's name to read their bio and other information. As a parent, I could not disagree more. a board election in May on the job for less than six months, ordered board meetings to be livestreamed when he arrived. Never being the kind of person to sit still and also not being the person to listen to his doctor, Joe logged lengthy sessions in front of his PC researching school issues, reading papers and corresponding with his friends and colleagues in the education business. Medina Valley ISD back to drawing board after voters reject bonds amid unprecedented growth. Records will show the use of Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) and Governors Emergency Education Relief (GEER) funds covering March 2020 to present, according to a June 28 letter sent to the district by the OIGs special investigations unit. Castroville ES; LaCoste ES; Ladera ES; . Useful Links. This responsibility and the accessibility of the Board Trustees to the voters make the Board one of the purest examples of democracy in our society. TexasISD.com was the brainchild of Joe F. Smith. Located in Medina County, a small portion of the district extends into Bexar County.. Copyright 2023 KSAT.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. Medina Valley ISD continues to be a "destination district" in the San Antonio area for families seeking a superior and diverse education that inspires excellence, promotes accountability and values, and encourages all students to achieve their highest potential. "Dr. Nix is a leader who puts kids first, which is our top priority," said Medina Valley ISD School Board President Mario De Leon. One Bobcat Lane, Medina, Texas 78055 . A previous version of this story incorrectly described the MVISD Taxpayers for Transparency group as focused on school finances and less concerned with the districts more cultural disputes. They will never sell a bond, they cant even answer on how they spent the last 107 million dollars, Seay wrote in a comment on the post. On ExpressNews.com: Emmy-award winning reporter Dillon Collier joined KSAT Investigates in September 2016. Some of Taxpayers for Transparencys concerns are years old, but some align with more recent issues compiled in an email last March and sent to trustees and the districts then-superintendent by its then-director of facilities, Tommy Ellison, who accused other leaders of cutting ethical corners on procurement decisions, among other problems. Just last week, Caloss sent a letter home pitching another bond election because the district is growing so rapidly and will need new schools soon to accommodate the growth. Medina Valley High School graduates pray during the Medina Valley High School graduation held Saturday June 4, 2011 at Panther Stadium in Castroville, Tx. Caloss announced Thursday that he is the lone finalist for the superintendent position at Medina Valley ISD. At a school board meeting Thursday, just as the 21-day deadline required by state law was passing, the board discussed the lone finalist and consulted its attorney about contractual issues regarding the lone finalist in closed session, according to the meetings agenda. On January 11, the Medina Valley ISD Board of Trustees voted to hire TASB Executive Search Services (ESS) to conduct a search for a new superintendent. Medina Valley Independent School District is a public school district based in Castroville, Texas.. Medina Valley ISD has had a turbulent year, with complaints about its athletic director and the boards decision-making on bond-funded construction projects amplified during trustee elections. Medina Valley ISD athletic director Lee Crisp has resigned months after multiple complaints were filed against the head football coach about his bullying behavior toward students. Medina Valley ISD scored an A rating for the 2022 by the TEA Due to a long battle with Post-Polio Syndrome the doctor made him hang it up and rest for six months. MVISD said it would provide updates as they become available. have included alleged conflicts of interest among trustees who work in construction or real estate, the misuse of bond money, and the pushing out of Ellison and his deputy Paul Holzhaus. Superintendent. PREVIOUS - Investigators have begun reviewing how Medina Valley Independent School District officials have spent federal pandemic relief funds, a superintendents briefing published ahead of Mondays school board meeting confirms. Superintendent. One public commenter, Terry Beck, whos lived in Castroville his whole life, said that he found a video of Nix online discussing a book called Courageous Conversations about Race., The author believes both race and racism both individual and institutional form plays a primary role in students struggle to achieve more, Beck said. WILLS POINT, Texas (KLTV) - Dr. Scott Caloss, superintendent of Wills Point ISD, has announced he will take a position with Medina Valley ISD. Jury takes an hour to reach verdict over deal at Port S.A. Heres why it hailed through the Alamodome last night. . Medina Valley ISD Board Trustees serve without compensation, they are registered voters and reside in the Medina Valley Independent School District. Medina Valley ISD Superintendent Dr. Kenneth Rohrbach has shared with the Board of Trustees his plans to retire at the end of the current 2021-22 school year. Many more are active online, Fisher said. My goal is to build on the successes they are having currently.. Caloss and Viera said anyone in the community can bring concerns directly to the district so they can do their best to address them. The oversight review, which the district has been quick to declare is not an investigation, requires Medina Valley ISD officials to turn over expenditure records. 11/12/2022 2:05 AM. It will fund construction of a high school, a middle school . The application deadline is Mach 2, 2022. . talks with Medina Valley ISD . Superintendent; Departments; District Newsletter; Calendars; Public Information Requests; Required Postings; Schools. While Dr. Nix appreciates being named Lone Finalist for the position of Superintendent of MVISD, he has decided to withdraw his name from consideration, wrote Mario De Leon, the board president, in a letter that was posted on the districts Facebook page. One Bobcat Lane, Medina, Texas 78055 . Caloss has led Wills Point ISD, about an hours drive east of Dallas, for six years. District Calendar; I am blessed to have worked with Dr. Caloss during his time at WPISD, said Board President George Wilcoxson. S.A.-area rancher catches the hearts of American Idol judges, USAA wants some remote employees in the office three days a week, Take a look inside this $3.5 million 'mystery' mansion, New food truck park opens at The CO-OP SA, 10 things to do this weekend in San Antonio, Boy, 11, shoots self in head with gun he found in apartment. In addition to LaCoste, the district also serves the city of Castroville and the surrounding area. She previously worked as a business reporter at the Albany Times Union and an education reporter at Chalkbeat. Medina Valley ISD back to 'drawing board' after voters reject bonds amid unprecedented growth CASTROVILLE, Texas - The lone finalist for superintendent of Medina Valley ISD has backed. CASTROVILLE, Texas UPDATE - Superintendent Dr. Scott Caloss informed MVISD staff and parents via email late Monday afternoon that the district had provided the requested documentation and was notified it was in full compliance and the review has been closed. The community was coming together and looking for livestreams and we were not getting it from the school district, so we said, lets make it happen, Fisher said. She previously worked as a business reporter at the Albany Times Union and an education reporter at Chalkbeat. I am confident that WPISD will continue to improve during this time of transition under the current administration and leadership team. Weve experienced some growth here in Wills and Ive been involved in developing long-term plans for things like that, Caloss said. Medina Valley Independent School District Medina Valley Independent School District 8449 FM 471 S, Castroville, TX 78009 Phone: (830) 931-2243 . The Facebook group now has 201 members, including former employees of the school district and at least one current school board member. It can finalize its choice of Caloss on July 6. Its enrollment has grown along with subdivisions sprouting in the farmland . She began her journalism career as a fact-checker for Cond Nast's portfolio of magazines and Harper's Magazine. The district spokesperson referred any matters regarding the superintendent to the school board. They wont give it to us. Jury takes an hour to reach verdict over deal at Port S.A. Heres why it hailed through the Alamodome last night, bitter criticism of the districts athletic director, failing to disclose campaign contributions, Medina Valley ISD administrator compiled list of complaints then hit send, Look inside historic $2.3 million King William home. Theyll be bankrupt in a year.. Welcome to Medina Valley Middle School where we are building future leaders! In an interview this fall he seemed relatively unfazed by the activists. Concerns and Complaints - Students/Parents, BAA(LEGAL) - BOARD LEGAL STATUS: POWERS AND DUTIES, 2021_APPROVED_Medina_Valley_ISD_Board-Superintendent_Goals, 2020_APPROVED_Medina_Valley_ISD_Board-Superintendent_Goals. The proud students of the Panther Nation come from Castroville, La Coste, Rio Medina, Dunlay, Mico, parts of San Antonio, and surrounding areas. Interested candidates should complete the online application located at the following website: https://tasb.hiringplatform.com/list/CareerOpportunities. 244 followers . Superintendent. De Leon said the board will provide updates about their next steps for the superintendent search process on the district website and social media. Contact. Gabriel Romero is the Hill Country reporter for MySA.com. They bring up concerns but there is no document, no evidence, Caloss said. We know there is a lot of bad stuff going on, but we just dont have the proof to prove it, said Hank Seay, one of the leaders. Caloss said he has heard some of the concerns, but said he cant comment on them until he is hired, arrives at the district and can hear more details. Wills Point ISD superintendent to take position with Medina Valley ISD, 1 person hospitalized in Tyler after being struck by vehicle while changing flat tire, Troup police ask for publics help to identify pursuit suspect, WebXtra: Fresh 15 race kicks off in Tyler, Brigitta's Hungarian Restaurant loses half of roof, closing business temporarily, Daylight reveals tornado's destruction in Pickton community. Cafeteria 830-589-7478. Claire completed her master's degree at Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism, where she was a Stabile Investigative Reporting fellow. Superintendent's Contract; Mission and Vision; District of Innovation Plan; Staff Directory; Teacher Directory; Required Postings. In 2009, the school district was rated "academically acceptable" by the Texas Education Agency. We will continue to implement the Leader In Me program to help with reaching our educational goals. Besides leading Wills Point, he was Poth ISDs superintendent for three years and its junior high school principal for eight years before that. Email. - My trip to 'The Texas Chainsaw Massacre' house made my skin crawl, - 3,000-acre Hill Country ranch for sale by 5th generation owners, -Buc-ee'sinBoerne: New store expected almost 10 years from announcement, - Mayfair community project to bring 6,000 residential units to New Braunfels, - 'The Biggest Little Bar in Texas' now for sale in the 'Cowboy Capital of the World'. Claire completed her master's degree at Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism, where she was a Stabile Investigative Reporting fellow. Nix will take over as current superintendent Dr. Kenneth Rohrbach is going retiring at the end of the 2021-2022 school year. All rights reserved. Copyright 2023 - TexasISD.com All Rights Reserved. Medina Valley Independent School District trustees' latest choice to be their next superintendent grew up in a neighboring county and has ties to the area, though his 29-year education career . That has complicated the efforts of a new superintendent to ease the tumult that started a year ago with Transportation. Those bonds would have gone toward building a new high school, middle school, and elementary school for the rapidly growing area. The United States Department of Educations Office of Inspector General launched the inquiry after receiving numerous complaints about how the district used COVID relief money. To view qualifications, go to https://tasb.hiringplatform.com/processes/88473-medina-valley-isd?locale=en. Medina ISD Admin Office. Medina Valley ISD encompasses 300 square miles and is located west of San Antonio. Medina Valley school board: Lone superintendent finalist turns down the job, BCSO: 3 arrested after 6 smuggled people, 3 stash houses found. Caloss, whos been 12, 2022 at 12:56 PM PDT. Caloss announced Thursday that he is the lone finalist for the superintendent position at Medina Valley ISD. I always had a great respect for the school district, Scott Caloss said of the Castroville-based MVISD in a recent interview. New subdivision construction looms over students on Medina Valley ISDs Ladera Elementary School playground in April. Superintendent's Contract; Medina ISD Admin Office. Dillon's investigative stories air weeknights on the Nightbeat and on the Six O'Clock News. If you need help with the Public File, call 210-351-1241. One Bobcat Lane, Medina, Texas 78055 Phone: (830) 589-2855. Worked with the Superintendent to record and distribute podcasts. Like many school districts, MVISD already has a 501-c3 organization called the Medina Valley Education Foundation, which works as a fundraising arm, primarily for scholarships awarded to seniors for college tuition. The school board meeting occurred last Thursday. Medina Valley ISD Board Trustees represent 296 square miles in Medina County and Bexar County, west of San Antonio. The board has been working to replace the current superintendent, Kenneth Rohrbach, who has served since 2016 and plans to retire this year. By Stephanie Frazier. Financial and cultural issues often overlap when people in Castroville argue about the direction of the rapidly growing Medina Valley ISD. High School Campus 830-589-2851 Elementary Campus 830-589-2731 Cafeteria 830-589-7478 . The board will work together to find a replacement that embodies Wills Point, understands traditions, demands excellence, will move us forward during unprecedented growth and will work to make us Wills Point Proud.. Elected by the people to govern the Medina Valley Independent School District, Board Trustees are the guardians of the public trust and, though the policies they make, are ultimately responsible for our schools. Dillon is a two-time Houston Press Club Journalist of the Year and a Texas Associated Press Broadcasters Reporter of the Year. These people are in charge of hundreds of millions of dollars with taxpayer money, said Hank Saey, a former member of Castrovilles city council. Between the staff that is there and the people there that we can have conversations with as a team, I feel we can handle the situation and we will be prepared to handle the growth, he said. Samuel Nix, the lone finalist who was expected to be named the new superintendent for the Medina Valley Independent School District, withdrew his candidacy for the job, according to a letter sent to the community from the board president, on Tuesday afternoon. Snag an Apple Watch charger at its lowest price in 30 day, This customizable 'Star Wars' lightsaber kit is 57% off on Amazon, You can pick up a jumbo salad spinner for $15 at Amazon right now. Copyright 2022 KLTV. Wills Point ISD Board of Trustees announced on Monday Dr. Barbie McMath will serve as the Acting Superintendent . Luckey Ranch Elementary School in Medina Valley ISD is seen Thursday, April 21, 2022. He has served as the chief of schools at Duncanville ISD since 2017. We have a growing district, and we cant support everyone, Forrest said. Seay and his partner in skepticism, Terry Beck, are primarily concerned with holding the school district accountable for financial decisions, but the group has provided an open forum to discuss other issues, including racism, nepotism, bullying, retaliation, said Jess Fischer, its founder. A Department of Education OIG spokeswoman declined to comment earlier this summer, stating in an email that the agency does not generally confirm nor deny investigative activity.. Medina ISD Admin Office. The lone finalist for superintendent for the school district has withdrawn his name from consideration for the job. Technology. District. The group exalts both men as guardians of the districts finances. Superintendent. Public accusations hurled by the group and others during school board meetings and campaigning for Bad stuff going on: Group dogs Medina Valley ISD, complicating new superintendents job, BCSO: 3 arrested after 6 smuggled people, 3 stash houses found. Director of Technology at Medina Valley ISD San Antonio, Texas, United States. Highlights. Great kids, great staff, great community, and I wanted to be part of something like that.. Medina Valley Independent School District Medina Valley Independent School District 8449 FM 471 S, Castroville, TX 78009 Phone: (830) 931-2243 . I have not gotten anything specific as far as anything, Here is what is happening, here is what is wrong.. Nix began his career as a teacher in Arlington ISD and also served as an assistant principal and a principal of both middle and high schools.
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