Royal Public Schools
Minutes
Royal Regular Board Meeting
Date and Time
Thursday April 2, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Location
4018 S. Presa St. Suite 300
San Antonio, TX 78223
Executive Session (Authorization): Closed Session for Any and All Reasons Permissible by Texas Law, including, but not limited to, Texas Government Code Sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.073, 551.074, 551.075, 551.076, 551.082, 551.083, 551.084, pertaining to any item listed on this agenda, as permitted by applicable law.
Directors Present
A. Saavedra (remote), B. Warren, H. Vu (remote), M. Goldberg (remote)
Directors Absent
None
Directors who arrived after the meeting opened
M. Goldberg
Guests Present
Jackie Hernandez, James Fan (remote), Nancy J. Li (remote), S. Tarim
I. Opening Items
A.
Call the Meeting to Order
B.
Record Attendance
C.
Public Comments
D.
Approval of Previous Board Meeting Minutes (Feb. 2, 2026)
E.
Public Hearing Regarding Accreditation Status: Accredited-Warned
Dr. Tarim informed the Board that Royal Public Schools has been assigned an Accredited-Warned status by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) for the 2025–2026 school year due to two consecutive academic accountability ratings of F.
Dr. Tarim indicated that the school administrative team presented the required public notification to families. Dr. Tarim provided the district’s comprehensive plan, which includes targeted PDs, increased instructional coaching, expanded intervention supports, and detailed ongoing monitoring of student performance.
The Board acknowledged that, in accordance with TEA requirements, this item was presented at a public meeting to ensure transparency and community awareness.
II. CEO REPORT
A.
A Presentation About the School
Dr. Tarim provided a presentation regarding updates on enrollment, registration, attendance, grants received, and applied for since the last board meeting.
III. ACADEMIC REPORTS
A.
Review of Academic Reports
Dr. Tarim presented the Spring Interim Assessment #3 results, highlighting steady progress in student growth and the school’s continued commitment to meeting 2026 accountability goals. The recent data show encouraging gains in academic growth from winter to spring, reflecting the impact of focused instructional efforts. He indicated that the campus has identified key student groups for targeted support and is implementing a structured intervention plan through the Royal Relay Academy (STAAR Boot Camp), emphasizing data-driven instruction, small-group support, and the strategic prioritization of learning standards. He said that overall, the school is demonstrating forward momentum and remains focused on accelerating student achievement in preparation for upcoming state assessments.
No comments were made.