Brad Hawkins

The meeting included a presentation from BridgePoint Electric on LED energy-saving lighting and a discussion on adding new employees to the flexible benefits list. The board also discussed authorizing the Superintendent to proceed with plans to secure LED energy-saving lighting if it is in the District's best interest. Further discussion involved a resolution calling for an election to fill office #4 of the Maud Board of Education, along with board policies on travel expenses, tobacco-free environment, and reporting suspected child abuse or neglect. The board also considered revising the District's 2018-2019 school calendar and received the Superintendent's Report/School Improvement Grant.

The Maud Public Schools ARP ESSER III Plan outlines strategies for preventing and mitigating COVID-19, addressing learning loss, and managing other expenditures. COVID-19 mitigation strategies include providing Chromebooks, renovating hallways, repairing HVAC systems, replacing carpet and windows, updating teacher devices, installing touchless faucets, and adding playground equipment. Addressing learning loss involves hiring social/emotional learning teachers and intervention specialists, and utilizing programs like IXL and Renaissance. Remaining funds will be used for cleaning supplies and equipment, and maintaining services. The plan also details how the school will address the needs of vulnerable populations (low-income families, students of color, English learners, students with disabilities, homeless students, students in foster care, and migratory students) by providing additional academic, social, emotional, and mental health support.