Albany School District R-III

The Board conducted a regular meeting involving the certification of election results and the administration of the Oath of Office to new members. The meeting proceeded with the election of board officers, including the President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary. Key agenda items included a review of Board Policy BBF, positive updates regarding school events and sports, and a discussion during the visitor's forum concerning the Scope of Work proposal from Veregy. Additionally, the Board received student reports, approved the graduating class of 2026, and authorized the 2026 summer school application before entering an executive session.

The board meeting covered several key items, including the review of the MSBA Delegate report and the approval of the Gentry County Mitigation Plan. The board also reviewed the proposed school year calendar for 2026-2027 and approved Proposition Warriors C.A.R.E., setting dates for future public forums in February and March. Additionally, the board entered into an executive session.

The board meeting focused on several key action items, including the approval of bids for school pictures, occupational and physical therapy services, and health insurance. The agenda also included a review of the Veregy project and a motion to enter into a closed session to discuss confidential student, personnel, legal, and real estate matters.

The board meeting agenda included the reorganization of the board, appointment of officers, and administration of the oath of office to newly elected members. Key discussion and action items encompassed the approval of the Warriors C.A.R.E. and Veregy contract, approval of the graduating class of 2026, and the 2026 summer school application. Additionally, the board addressed the bid for 2026-2027 school pictures, the booster club football field entrance project, and the occupational and physical therapy service bid for the upcoming school year.

The meeting included a review of positive student achievements in cheerleading, the District Spelling Bee, and basketball. The board reviewed an MSBA delegate report and received updates on student initiatives, including an upcoming trip to Empower U and the results of the Pennies for Patients campaign. A representative from MOREnet presented on technology, and the board approved the 2026-2027 school year calendar. Additionally, the board scheduled annual training and held an executive session.