Betty J Worthy

The board meeting addressed financial reports including the treasurer's report and activity fund report for the month of May, as well as approval for payroll and encumbrances across multiple funds. An executive session was held for the purpose of a superintendent evaluation. Key actions taken included the approval of class capacity limits for transfer law, statutory waivers for library sites, a resolution to join the Oklahoma Schools Insurance Group for the upcoming school year, and the approval of a food service management contract. Additionally, the board approved several staff resignations.

The board meeting addressed various administrative and operational items, including the approval of financial reports such as the Treasurer's report, Activity fund report, payroll, and encumbrances. The board approved several student activities, including the FFA State Convention, After-Prom, and the Senior trip. Employment actions were taken regarding the hiring of a long-term substitute and a custodian. Additionally, the board approved the 2026-2027 school calendar, a mental health protocol, and the LEA Parent and Family Engagement Policy. Key infrastructure decisions included accepting a proposal for roof replacement at the elementary school and the appointment of an auditor for the 2025-2026 school year. Furthermore, the board authorized an extra duty contract for Junior High baseball.

The board conducted a reorganization of its officers, electing a President, Vice President, and Clerk. Key agenda items included the approval of the treasurer's and activity fund reports, payroll, and encumbrances. The board held an executive session for a superintendent evaluation. Additionally, the board authorized the filing of FCC Form 471 for the E-Rate program, approved an updated extra duty contract for driver's education, hired several career status teachers, and approved various service contracts, including drug testing, speech, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and psychological services.

The Board conducted its annual reorganization, electing a President, Vice President, and Clerk. Key agenda items included the presentation of an out-of-state senior trip, approval of payroll and various fund encumbrances, and acceptance of the treasurer's and activity fund reports. The Board approved the timeline for the sale of General Obligation Building Bonds, authorized the declaration of surplus items, and selected a CPA firm for the upcoming annual audit. Additionally, the Board approved several overnight student trips, confirmed the hiring of an elementary principal and two teachers, accepted a resignation, and designated the Superintendent as the authorized voting representative for OSAG.

The board meeting covered a wide range of operational and administrative approvals. Key agenda items included the acceptance of the activity fund report and various encumbrances, the establishment of an MOU with Meridian Technology Center, and the adoption of several new district policies regarding mandated reporting, wellness, and tobacco-free status. The board reviewed and approved the 2025-2026 Estimate of Needs, revisions to the Elementary Handbook, and academic reports including the College Remediation Rate and Annual Drop Out Report. Personnel actions, including the hiring of a certified teacher and the approval of various stipends and extra duty assignments, were finalized. Additionally, the board approved the transition to an hour-based school year for the 2025-2026 term, the adjunct appointment for Physical Education, and the pursuit of a geothermal project grant.