Godley ISD school board trustees heard a district accountability report during their monthly meeting March 16, 2026.

During a public hearing, Chief Academic Officer Dr. Nikki Nix presented the district’s annual Texas Academic Performance Report, a state-required overview of student achievement, academic growth and district outcomes from the 2024-25 school year. The report, which aligns with the district’s Community-Based Accountability System, highlighted overall performance in academics, graduation, attendance and postsecondary readiness. Godley ISD maintained its accredited status, earned a special education designation of “Meets Requirements” and saw strong participation in state assessments.

With several areas of progress, Nix pointed to strong growth in key grade levels, solid science performance and continued gains in accelerated learning. The district reported a 95.8% four-year graduation rate and an 85.8% College, Career and Military Readiness rate, with career readiness measures exceeding state averages. While the report reflected positive momentum, it also identified targeted areas for continued improvement, including higher-level performance in certain subjects and closing achievement gaps as the district works to support success for all students.

Nix also presented a proposed Godley ISD hybrid school model designed to give families more flexibility while keeping students connected to the district’s academics, culture and support systems. Authorized by Senate Bill 569, the proposal would allow Godley ISD juniors and seniors to take up to two virtual credits per year while remaining enrolled at Godley High School, with no program fees and continued access to graduation and College, Career and Military Readiness opportunities. Nix said the plan was shaped by research, visits to other districts and input from school and parent committees, with an emphasis on maintaining rigor, accountability and the “best of both worlds” through a mix of in-person and online learning.

The presentation also outlined clear guardrails for participation. Only students in grades 11 and 12 who meet expectations for attendance, discipline, grades and state assessment progress would be eligible, and students would need reliable internet, a dedicated workspace and family-provided transportation. Courses taken through the program would count toward GPA and class rank just like face-to-face classes, and students living in the district would still be able to participate in UIL activities and clubs, although honors and dual-credit courses would remain in person only. Trustees also heard that the district is continuing to study staffing, finances, course development and the long-term impact on student learning as the proposal moves forward.

Trustees also received an update on the district’s process for selecting new high-quality instructional materials for math under House Bill 1605, which expanded the state’s review and approval process and increased funding for approved resources. Nix said a 49-member committee made up of teachers, facilitators and campus principals from across grade levels and campuses is reviewing materials based on priorities such as TEKS alignment, spiral review, fluency, vocabulary, formative assessment, lesson design and digital support. The process includes committee reviews, publisher presentations, classroom lesson trials and opportunities for teacher, parent and community feedback before a final recommendation is presented this spring, with training on the selected materials planned over the summer.

Board members approved an academic calendar for the 2027-28 school year. The calendar may be revised as the district continues exploring the possibility of a four-day school week. The topic is being reviewed by an exploratory committee and the District Advisory Council, with a recommendation expected to go to the school board by the end of 2026. Any approved changes will be communicated to staff, families and the community.

In personnel matters, trustees approved term contract renewals for teachers and noncertified staff. Probationary contract consideration will occur in April. The board also approved new full-time positions for the 2026-27 school year, including a second middle school assistant principal and a digital learning and technology support specialist.

Additional reports and actions included:

• Campus Spotlight: Principal Tom Frazier of Legacy Elementary School presented an overview highlighting instructional priorities and campus initiatives.
• Approval of minutes from a previous meeting, financial reports and library materials.
• Approval of a voting machine lease agreement with Johnson County for the May school board election.

The board’s next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, Apr. 20.