Billie Buss

The Board of Education discussed and approved several operational and academic items. Key actions included approving monthly financial reports and the bill listing, acting on various personnel resignations and new appointments, and finalizing increases for student fees and meal prices. The board authorized the purchase of new science and math/ELA curriculum materials, confirmed the list of 2026 graduates, and approved an updated flooring bid. Additionally, they set an early dismissal time for the final day of the school year, while tabling decisions regarding non-union and superintendent contracts for the upcoming year.

The Board conducted public hearings for the proposed property tax rate, certified budget, and the expenditure of funds from the district's flexibility account. Key actions included approving financial reports, personnel resignations, recommendations, and transfers. A District Career and Academic Plan was presented, and the board discussed the initial proposal for the 2026-27 Master Contract. Additionally, the board approved the certified budget, the budget guarantee resolution, amendments to the school calendar and student handbook, a nursing sharing agreement with Clarksville CSD, and funding for lighting and flooring projects.

The board meeting focused on several key items, including the ratification of the 2026-2029 negotiated agreement with the North Butler Education Association and the subsequent issuance of contracts. Additionally, the board approved a fundraiser for Huddle sponsorships and gave its approval for the DCAP plan.

The board meeting agenda includes the review of financial reports and personnel actions. Key action items involve approving student fees for the upcoming academic year, adopting new curricula for Math, ELA, and Science, and certifying the list of graduates. The board will also address infrastructure updates regarding flooring bids, approve employment contracts for administrative and support staff, including the Superintendent, and set the dismissal time for the final day of the school year.

The Board reviewed the initial proposal from the North Butler Education Services Association for the 2026-27 Master Contract. Actions taken included the termination of an open enrollment agreement due to truancy and the approval of updated budget reductions totaling $372,086, which impact staffing, transportation, and stipend policies. Additionally, the Board accepted the recommendation to terminate a probationary administrator contract.