Beth Sandness

The board meeting involved several actions under new business, including the approval of fuel, propane, and pest control bids for the 2026-2027 school year, as well as the approval of a roofing bid for the library hall. The board also reviewed handbooks for staff, elementary, secondary, and athletic programs, and approved the Superintendent's report. A closed session was held regarding personnel and student matters, and the meeting concluded with an announcement regarding an upcoming tax rate hearing and the next scheduled board meeting.

The board approved several key business items, including the procurement of air conditioning units for the gym and epoxy flooring, as well as the purchase of whiteboards and bulletin boards. The board also approved the AMI plan, updates to policy 26A, and various service contracts for the upcoming school year. Financial actions included the approval of the FY2027 budget, significant fund transfers, the adoption of budget-to-actual reports, and the renewal of educational software subscriptions. Additionally, purchase card authorizations were updated, and the Superintendent's report was reviewed and approved.

The board approved a baseball cooperative agreement with Liberal for the 26/27 school year and initiated a JH/HS cross country team for the same period. Financial and infrastructure approvals included the purchase of additional basketball goals from Carroll Seating Company, a staff bathroom remodel by Houk Construction, a set of lockers, and a carpet shampooer. Compensation adjustments were finalized, including a 2.5% pay increase for non-certified staff and a corresponding stipend increase for certified staff. The board also reviewed the principal's report and superintendent's report, and conducted a closed session regarding personnel and student matters.

The board conducted a reorganization of its members and officers. Key business included the approval of a senior trip itinerary, a textbook quote, chromebook purchases, a new 24D policy, the salary schedule, and health insurance premiums. Additionally, the board approved the DSWA renewal, the principal's report, and the superintendent's report, and entered into a closed session regarding personnel and students.

The Bronaugh R-VII Comprehensive School Improvement Plan serves as a roadmap for long-range improvement, designed to mobilize resources and enhance student performance over a three to five-year period. The plan is driven by data and focuses on four key strategic areas: promoting climate and culture through parent, student, and community involvement; improving student performance through quality educational programs; recruiting, attracting, developing, and retaining highly qualified staff; and providing appropriate instructional resources and maintaining functional and safe facilities. The overarching goal is to produce higher student performance as measured by MSIP performance indicators.