Adams Central Community School District

This document is a letter informing parents and guardians about the school's eligibility for Title I, Part A funds, qualifying it for a Schoolwide Title I Program. The Schoolwide plan aims to improve the entire educational program. The letter emphasizes the importance of parental and community involvement in the development, revision, and implementation of this plan to help all children meet high academic standards.

The Board of Finance meeting commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance and a prayer. Key discussions involved the approval of the agenda and the election of officers for 2026, including the President, Secretary, and Investing Officer for the Board of Finance. Investment reports, financial condition reports, and expenditure goals were reviewed and approved. Significant expenditure goals discussed included maintaining the tax rate at or around a dollar. The board also approved the minutes from the December 9, 2025, regular session and proceeded with committee appointments, specifically for the Policy Development Committee and the Negotiations Committee. Appointments for treasurers across various funds, a representative for state/federal grants, and representatives for the SEBT insurance trust were confirmed. Finally, the board addressed the consent agenda items, including payment vouchers, disposal of a Title One printer, and approval of a contract with Stiffel for comprehensive financial plan consultation regarding the 2027 budget.

The meeting included a public comment regarding concerns about the interview and selection process for the varsity coaching job. The board discussed and approved several items on the consent agenda, including payment vouchers, fund reports, legal fees, and grants. A new cafeteria manager job description, head cook/kitchen manager job description, and kitchen food prep job description were approved, along with the individuals recommended for those positions. The classified rates, health insurance rates, and other pay increases were also discussed.

The meeting included a presentation regarding the establishment of a veterans memorial with a static display to honor AC alumni who have served in the military. The proposal includes separate memorials for each service branch and a central memorial honoring all AC graduates who have served. The project is to be funded by private donations, and a nonprofit corporation will apply for 501c3 designation to facilitate charitable donations. The location could be in front of the flag pole for high visibility and easy access. The board discussed the application process, construction, and funding.

The meeting included discussions and decisions regarding a teacher contract and the resignation of Mr. Mccclure as basketball coach. The board approved the hiring of Mr. Casey Adams as the new basketball coach. Mr. Adams expressed his enthusiasm and commitment to the school's student-athletes.