The committee approved the Wellness Policy and reviewed policies regarding fundraising and snack sales during school hours. Members agreed to encourage adherence to Smart Snacks in School Nutrition Standards for food provided at parties. Additionally, the committee planned a staff walking program and an initiative to increase daily water consumption.
May 13, 2026·Board meeting
Hume R-VIII School Board Regular Board Meeting
The board meeting included reports from the principal and superintendent on end-of-year data, attendance, food service procurement, and legislative advocacy efforts. Discussions were held regarding school policies on unpaid bills, after-school snacks, and basketball program changes. The board approved the budget hearing date, the A+ handbook, an updated procurement plan, and the rescission of a retirement request. Extensive personnel and coaching appointments for the upcoming school year were made, along with the approval of athletic official pay rates, a condensed CSIP plan, and salary adjustments for the extra duty schedule.
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The meeting agenda was amended to include additional bills. The senior class presented an itinerary and costs for their upcoming trip to Orlando, FL, and Clearwater Beach. The Principal reported on Hornet Tank Pitch Presentations, noting student winners, and upcoming events including Kindergarten Round-Up, Preschool Screenings, Spring Break, Reality Day, and National Honor Society induction. The Junior High Science Olympiad team qualified for State competition. The Superintendent reported on a bus garage door replacement due to an accident, bus inspections results, and distribution of legislative packets. A plaque was presented recognizing twelve years of service by a board member. Key new business items included the unanimous approval of the Senior Trip, the 2026-2027 Salary Schedule, the bid for the gym floor sand and finish project from Lankford Enterprises, and the bid for the elementary window replacement project from MO-KAN Glass & Supply Company. The Board also approved a transfer from Fund 1 to Fund 4 for the floor and window projects. Approvals were also granted for the hiring of an assistant softball coach, renewal of OPAA, renewal of MET with a cost increase, and employer contributions for medical insurance, as well as allowing retirees to continue volunteer life insurance at their expense. The Board entered and exited Executive Session to discuss Staff/Employment matters. Finally, several non-tenured certified teachers were approved for hire for the 2026-2027 school year. Progress on CSIP goals, specifically concerning the Literacy team's work with the Comprehensive Literacy Needs Assessment, was reviewed.