Brandon Hawkins

The board meeting addressed various administrative and operational items, including the revision and addition of several district policies such as intra-district transfers and virtual education access. The board approved the renewal of contracts for School Resource Officers with the cities of Del City and Midwest City, as well as an extension for a listing agent regarding school property. Other approvals included section 125 plan administration, sanctioning applications for school support groups, out-of-state travel requests, and a vending contract update. Additionally, the board authorized emergency restoration services for district facilities, scoreboard change orders, and the 2025-2026 student handbooks. Human resources actions, including compensation rates, negotiated agreements, and adjunct instructor approvals, were also finalized.

The Board of Education meeting included the approval of various annual service renewals, including Heartland Payment Systems, counseling services, and speech pathology providers. Financial actions were taken, such as the approval of the monthly financial report, budget revisions, and construction contract amendments for Willowbrook, Inc. The board discussed and approved policy revisions, including updates to graduation and security policies, and reviewed staffing recommendations, including mental health specialists and an assistant principal appointment. Additionally, the board held an executive session regarding student transfer appeals and upheld the superintendent's recommendation to deny the transfers for two students. The meeting also included updates on strategic planning, literacy initiatives, and enrollment events.

The Board meeting addressed a wide range of administrative, financial, and operational matters. Key actions included the election of board officers and the appointment of a deputy board clerk. The Board approved the application for the Oklahoma Teacher Empowerment Program, adjusted the school calendar regarding snow days, and authorized a contract for independent audit services. Procurement and financial approvals covered policy revisions, a 403(b) third-party administrator change, a vehicle lease for the technology center, E-Rate hardware bids, and Medicaid billing agreements. The Board also accepted grants, approved disaster restoration service agreements, and authorized various human resources actions including administrator and certified teacher rehiring recommendations. Furthermore, the Board passed resolutions regarding the sale of General Obligation Bonds and appointed financial advisory services. Several recognitions were presented, including athletics and teacher leader awards, alongside information regarding district strategic plan goal updates.

The board discussed and approved a range of items including financial and investment reports, the renewal of several district vendor contracts for copier services, software solutions, and education platforms, and the purchase of various insurance policies. Key actions included the approval of an iPad service provider, the procurement of a new truck, and authorization for multiple facility maintenance projects involving roof, plumbing, and flooring repairs. Additionally, the board approved revisions to internal policies regarding cell phones and electronics, accepted human resources reports, authorized a non-renewal of an energy management contract, and appointed a new Head Principal.

The Board meeting covered a comprehensive consent agenda involving the renewal of numerous service contracts for grounds maintenance, custodial services, security, waste management, and various educational software and technology systems. Key financial and operational approvals included the acquisition of student iPads, computer hardware for E-sports, network infrastructure upgrades, and several construction-related projects such as roofing and gym scoreboard improvements. The Board also authorized the issuance of General Obligation Bonds, declared surplus property, and approved multiple personnel and administrative appointments. Executive sessions were utilized to review pending investigations, discuss student transfer requests, and perform the semi-annual superintendent evaluation.