Board Of Education Wichita Public Schools Board Of Education Minutes
The meeting included several presentations, such as the launch of a new Career Pathway in Mental and Behavioral Health, the introduction of the new Chief Human Resources Officer, and recognition for an Assistant Superintendent selected for a Leadership Institute. United Teachers of Wichita shared concerns regarding teacher workload. Key discussion points centered on updates related to the Future Ready Strategic Plan, specifically Goal 1 concerning ACT and ACT WorkKeys performance, and Goal 3 addressing safety and belonging, informed by a recent district survey. A report detailed the Chester Lewis relocation plan due to structural issues. The consent agenda included approvals for Human Resources actions, Treasury Warrants, and various contractual matters, such as approving service purchases for budget consultation fees, boiler replacement at Peterson Elementary, server room repairs, disposition of a generator from the former Clark Elementary School, media center AHU replacement at Heights High School, security improvement design services, structural repairs at Heights High School, concrete placement at multiple sites, site improvements at Robinson Middle School, exterior renovations at Chisholm Trail Elementary School, structural repairs and boiler replacement at East High School, and sidewalk trip hazard repairs at various middle schools. Purchasing approvals covered items like HVAC Chillers, application and enrollment solutions, movie licensing, treasury software, security camera installation, food, and supply warehouse stock. Approvals also covered training services, executive coaching, reading intervention licenses, and legal services. Finally, the Board approved policy changes related to Graduation and Certification Audits. New business included a request for a Board Workshop to discuss strategies for youth substance use, violence, and mental health issues.