Chase County Unified School District 284

The meeting agenda was adopted, and the consent agenda was approved. A presentation was given regarding the 3-6 choir. Discussions included mandatory Negotiations training for Board of Education representatives, ongoing issues with vaping, and recognition of outgoing board members. Under new business, potential bus purchases were discussed for future consideration. The Board approved the acquisition of a new Website/Parent Communication Platform named Parent Square. Further discussions regarding BOE meeting times and KASB policy updates were deferred to the January meeting. The Board accepted the retirement of an employee effective June 30, 2026, and the retirement of a custodian effective August 1, 2026. The resignation of an assistant volleyball coach was also accepted. Approval was granted for appointing two individuals as co-assistant 7-8 boys basketball coaches. The Board conducted executive sessions to discuss individual employee matters and the Superintendent's evaluation, ultimately approving the Superintendent's evaluation as presented.

The meeting commenced with the adoption of the agenda and approval of the consent agenda. Key discussions included the presentation of the 2024-25 fiscal audit, which was subsequently approved. Patron input was received regarding concerns about coaches. A presentation was given highlighting Social Skills Day. Under old business, the Board approved the low bid from Midwest Transit for a Route Bus purchase and authorized the purchase of a transit van. The recommendation to approve the bid for the Activity Bus was also approved, though with two dissenting votes. The second reading of KASB Policy Updates was tabled until the next meeting. Decisions were made to maintain the current 7 p.m. meeting time. New business involved adopting resolutions to establish the election of Board Officers and regular meeting dates, approving an update to the meal policy, and approving a Memorandum of Understanding with ESU for Dual Credit Classes. The Board accepted a donation of Archery Equipment. The meeting included two executive sessions to discuss individual employees, and subsequent action was taken to extend Administrative contracts for the 2027-28 school year.

The meeting included a Revenue Neutral Hearing where the board reviewed rates for 2025-26 and adopted Resolution #374 to exceed those rates. A Budget Hearing followed, where the 2025-26 Budget and Building Needs Assessment were presented. Key actions taken during the regular meeting included adopting the amended agenda, approving the consent agenda, and approving expenses related to the FFA National Convention, including travel and partial funding. The board adopted Resolution No. 375 concerning the LOB Percentage rate and approved the 2025-26 budget based on assessments. Finally, the board approved the hiring of a Bi-Lingual Para and accepted two resignations for assistant basketball and wrestling coaching positions.

The Board meeting commenced with the adoption of the agenda as amended and the approval of the consent agenda. Key discussions included a report from the Superintendent regarding the KESA School Improvement Day accreditation team visit, exploration of early childhood center operations and local industry needs, confirmation of USD 284 taking ownership of the Symphony building following deed transfer, ordering of new AED sets for the football field, and upcoming administrative alignment meetings. New business involved setting the locations for the November (CCJSHS) and December (CCES) Board of Education meetings. Following an executive session to discuss individual employees, the Board approved the retirement of an employee effective May 31, 2026, and approved the hiring of an Assistant Girls Basketball coach.

The key discussions included recognition for Cross Country State Qualifiers and a presentation by the Life Skills Class on their activities. The Superintendent presented the KSDE Kansans Can Star Awards to the Board, noting a Gold star for High School Graduation, a Silver star for postsecondary success, and the Commissioner's award for the district. Information was shared regarding a Critical Facility Mapping grant and a letter of support for the Chase County bridge replacement grant application. The Board confirmed upcoming KASB Board training sessions scheduled for December and January. New business primarily involved the update and subsequent approval of the USD #284 Wellness Policy. The Board also accepted the retirement of the Board Clerk and approved the hiring of new Wrestling Coaches.