Abbigail Ann Andrus

Jenks Public Schools' strategic plan for 2025-2028 is guided by its mission to prepare all learners for productive, responsible citizenship and its vision to create opportunities through innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The plan focuses on three primary goals: ensuring all students reach their full potential through evidence-based practices and real-world learning, inspiring innovation and promoting engagement by supporting employees and strengthening communication, and fostering welcoming learning environments that prioritize student safety, mental health, and a sense of belonging.

The meeting began with special recognition for the Jenks Varsity Pom team, which were 2025 OSSAA Large Pom Game Day State Champions and 2025 OSSAA Academic State Champions. The Board approved the General Consent Agenda items A through X. Discussions under 'Excellence in Education' included an overview of Gifted Services at West Elementary, updates on the Aquatic Center, and the launch of the new Jenks Trojan Youth Wrestling program through Community Education. Key School Operations discussions involved approving items for the 2026 bond election, employment of Financial Consultants, authorizing resolutions to call special elections for general obligation building bonds (amounting to $19,640,000.00) and transportation equipment bonds (amounting to $660,000.00), and receiving a construction update on the Freshman Academy. The Board also approved intra-district and inter-district transfer capacity numbers for January 1, 2026, implemented a block schedule for several schools, approved a weekly 75-minute Friday early dismissal schedule, and endorsed the 2026 OneVoice Regional Legislative Agenda. Following an executive session concerning pending litigation, the Board authorized the Superintendent to take consistent action with those discussions. Finance included a review of operating funds and budgets. The Personnel section confirmed no new hires or resignations required immediate action outside of the consent agenda.

The agenda for the regular meeting included a special recognition for National School Board Recognition Month. Key discussion items were the report and review of the Jenks Public Schools audit for the fiscal year 2024-2025, a review of general operating funds and budget, and updates on Freshman Academy, Human Resources, and Financial Services. The meeting included an Executive Session to consider student transfer appeals related to FERPA concerns, with a subsequent vote to accept or overturn transfer denial decisions. The board planned to discuss and possibly vote on modifications to the Jenks Virtual Academy for grades 9-12 and the Construction Contract for the Jenks Freshman Academy Phase III Project. Personnel matters included motions to hire certified teachers and to accept resignations or resignation agreements.

Key discussions during the meeting included special recognition for Dr. Jessie Wright's dissertation award. The General Consent Agenda was approved with the exception of one item (Item R). Excellence in Education presentations covered high school values, AP student performance (79% scoring 3 or higher), and child nutrition updates, including serving 9,000 meals over the summer and plans to reduce sodium and sugar. The Board held an executive session to consider appeals of denied student transfers concerning FERPA regulations, ultimately voting to accept the decisions to deny the requests. Teaching and Learning updates included a presentation on the 2023-2024 drop-out rate of 1.73% and a district enrollment update showing a current student population of 12,385 as of November 7, 2025. The Board approved the 2026-2027 Virtual Instruction Plan. School Operation discussions involved approving the Call for the 2026 Annual School Election Resolution for Ward Number One, long-range capital plans, and the selection of an architect (GSHELMS & Associates) and construction manager (Thompson Construction Inc.) for the Jenks Education Service Center Project, followed by contract and Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment approvals. The Board also entered an executive session to discuss the Superintendent's evaluation, and approved a new temporary classified position (1.0 Paraprofessional) for Northwest Elementary.

The Special Meeting included the approval of new temporary positions for the 2025-2026 school year under Community Education Funds, specifically for a 1.0 Assistant Coordinator and a 1.0 Compulsory Team Lead for Jenks Trojan Gymnastics. The meeting featured site visits and discussions focused on various educational topics, starting at the Education Service Center with introductions. Subsequent visits included West Elementary, where student support programs like RISE were highlighted alongside trauma-informed teaching practices and lessons on famous Americans. At West Intermediate, Professional Learning Team collaboration needs and inquiry-based mathematics instruction were discussed. The Middle School session focused on expanding future-focused learning through Digital Art projects and the Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) program. The Freshman Academy tour covered the Aeronautics program and Phase Three construction plans. Finally, East Elementary showcased a student-led tour of the Rentie Grove Historical Nature Trail.