Ayn Grubb

The board reviewed various agenda items, including the continuation of the Amity international intern program for language immersion schools and routine staffing updates. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to the independent audit report for FY2025, which identified material weaknesses and significant deficiencies in financial reporting, specifically regarding revenue recognition, the classification of capital project expenditures as prepaid expenses, and reconciliation issues with capital assets. Additionally, the board discussed compliance findings related to the Child Nutrition program's procurement processes and the use of local preferences in federally funded contracts. Management outlined corrective action plans, including enhanced review procedures, updated internal policies, and improved training to ensure compliance with GAAP, GASB, and federal regulations.

This document functions as a guardrail monitoring report for the Tulsa Public Schools' 2022-2027 Strategic Plan. It specifically monitors Guardrail 2, which aims to prevent the district from being in state corrective action regarding services for students with disabilities, focusing on proper and timely identification. The report details an interim guardrail target to increase the percentage of children evaluated and determined eligible for special education within 45 school days from 89% in June 2021 to 95% in June 2026, and indicates that the overall and interim guardrail statuses are 'On Track.'

This document is a Guardrail Monitoring Report for the Tulsa Public Schools 2022-2027 Strategic Plan. It specifically details the status of Guardrail 1, which focuses on ensuring equity for students, and Interim Guardrail 1.2, which targets the reduction of disproportionate suspension rates for Black students. The report tracks metrics related to suspension rates for Black students compared to the overall student population, highlighting the importance of addressing student emotional health and wellness needs to mitigate suspensions and improve educational outcomes.

The committee meeting focused on a tour and review of the new Hale Senior High athletic facility and storm shelter. Discussions included the facility's impact on students and the community, its multi-sport utility, and operational details regarding the culinary program. The project manager provided an overview of the construction process and budget management, including the strategic decision to defer cafeteria renovations to focus on the storm shelter completion. Additionally, the committee received a report on the development of the 2026 Bond package, the strategic focus on student achievement, and ongoing preparations for the upcoming bond election, including communication strategies and informational outreach plans.

This document details Interim Goal 3.1 for Tulsa Public Schools, which aims to increase the percentage of students on track for a College and Career Ready (CCR) diploma. The plan focuses on improving on-track rates by implementing proactive strategies, reducing barriers for historically challenged student groups, and strengthening first-time course completion. Key initiatives include expanding academic support programs, enhancing counselor-to-student ratios, securing funding for college and career advisors, and building infrastructure for post-secondary education. The overarching vision is to ensure every student graduates prepared for college and career with a defined post-graduation plan.