Cheyenne Kress

The Board addressed several key items, including the renewal of the Treasurer's Bond, approval of NGE Renovation Bond, Jr/Sr.High Renovation Bond, Administration Reports. The board also discussed the election results, reorganization of the board, and election of officers. They reappointed the Board Secretary and Treasurer, reestablished the meeting schedule, and reappointed the auditing firm. Additionally, they approved the continuation of the banking institution, created a K-2 Transition Classroom, and approved resignations and employment matters. The District Literacy Plan for the 2025-2026 school year was also approved. The board entered a closed session to discuss various topics, including personnel matters and collective negotiating matters.

The Board convened to discuss employee discipline, specifically a hearing for Ms. Sandra Speaker, resulting in a suspension without pay. The implementation of the SIPC program was approved to provide discounts on equipment and certified contractors. A MOU for a Dual Credit Stipend was approved, providing teachers with additional compensation per semester for dual credit classes taught. The board approved a resolution authorizing the transfer from Tort Immunity Funds to pay an assessment to Egyptian Trust. Additionally, the board approved the Use of Facilities requests. The board also approved the employment of a Daycare Director, Daycare Teacher, and Daycare Assistant pending all approved daycare licensure and background checks.

The Board of Education meeting included a budget hearing for Fiscal Year 2026, where the proposed budget was presented and reviewed. The board approved several actions, including resignations, the Administrator and Teacher Salary and Benefits Report for the 2024-2025 school year, the submission of the application for the School Maintenance Grant FY26, the Safe Routes to School Resolution for the 2025-2026 school year, and the recommendation of the PERA Joint Committee regarding Senate Bill 0028. Additionally, they approved the implementation of the Administrative Procedure Project and the snow removal contract for the 2025-2026 school year. The board then moved into a closed session to discuss various topics, including personnel matters and collective bargaining. Following the closed session, the board approved employment contracts and matters, including the salary schedule for the Bright Futures Program for the 2025-2026 school year.

The Board of Education meeting addressed several key items, including finalizing the submission of a building permit to the ROE and accepting resignations. Changes requested from the Parent-Teacher Advisory Committee to the Student Behavior/Discipline Policies, procedures and ESSA/Title I Plans for the 2025/2026 school year were approved, along with the Consolidated District Plan for the 2025-2026 school year. The board moved into a closed session to discuss various topics including employment matters and reconvened to approve employment items such as coaching positions and teaching roles. The reimbursement of educational coursework for an Asst. School Nurse was discontinued.

The meeting included discussions and actions on various topics, including modifications to the student code of conduct regarding drug testing, uniform requirements for the high school volleyball team, and several employment-related actions such as resignations, appointments, and recalls of staff. The board also approved revisions to board policies, expense reimbursements for attending a conference, and an intergovernmental agreement for a District Special Resource Officer. Additionally, administrative contract adjustments were approved.