Alice Gates

The board discussed financial matters including monthly bills, the approval for early payment of a ProServ bill to avoid late fees, and the continuation of specific staff stipends. Reports were provided on student attendance, extracurricular activity participation, and iReady academic growth data. New members were sworn into office, and the board conducted a reorganization of its leadership positions and committee appointments. Policies were reviewed with one item tabled, and a plan regarding future maintenance and janitorial staffing was discussed. The administrator provided an update on upcoming school events, testing dates, and the academic calendar.

The board discussed program reports including summer facilities and grounds projects. Bids for technology services were reviewed, with the board voting to table the decision to check references. Bids for tiling and trenching were accepted. The board also reviewed the preliminary budget and held a closed session to discuss personnel matters.

The board conducted a hearing to adopt the 2019/2020 school calendar and subsequently approved the calendar with a specific start date. Several MSBA policies were reviewed, and presentations were provided regarding Homeless, ELL, and Migrant programs. The board approved adjustments to the current school year calendar, including changes to graduation dates for 8th grade and preschool, and authorized several field trips for students. The meeting also included an executive session.

The board meeting addressed several administrative and operational agenda items. Discussions included the establishment of student meal prices, setting preschool fees, and the approval of student, faculty, and transportation handbooks. Bids for milk and bread services were approved, while the fuel bid was tabled. The board scheduled a tax rate hearing for the following month and approved the use of school facilities for a community event. Additionally, the board received notification of a staff retirement.

The meeting included the presentation and approval of the 2014/15 school year audit. The board reviewed building contents, insurance needs, and the Principal's Report. Additionally, field trips for grades K-3 and 7th-8th were approved, and the Special Education Local Compliance Plan was adopted.