Dalton Fitch

The board discussed health insurance benefit period changes, toured the new building, and requested quotes for window and kitchen equipment replacements. Updates were provided on PLC curriculum, strategic planning, and 2025-2026 class schedules. The board authorized a district-wide roof assessment, reviewed the Three Lakes Educational Cooperative report regarding SPED service options, and addressed various personnel matters, including resignations and appointments for teaching and coaching positions for the upcoming school year.

The board meeting included the election of board officers for various positions, including President, Vice-President, and representatives for the Three Lakes Educational Coop and the Kansas Association of School Boards. Members established a schedule for future monthly board meetings and approved changes to specific upcoming meeting dates. Additionally, a presentation by Nabholz Construction regarding a bond issue led to the scheduling of a special meeting. The board reviewed several monthly department and organizational reports and held executive sessions to discuss non-elected personnel matters.

The meeting focused on key financial and operational items including the approval of the RNR, LOB Resolution, and the 2022-2023 budget. The Board selected a food service provider, approved funding for an FFA national convention trip, and updated COVID-19 policies. Additionally, the Board received a bond campaign update, reviewed various monthly reports, and conducted executive sessions for negotiations and personnel matters. The meeting concluded with personnel appointments for high school coaching and program support roles.

The meeting featured a presentation on the new FastBridge curriculum and assessment program intended to address learning loss. The Board approved a bid for snow removal services, accepted new BCBS employee benefit rates for medical, dental, and vision insurance, and reviewed various administrative reports. Additionally, the Board conducted executive sessions regarding non-elected personnel and student privacy matters, approved the hiring of a part-time cafeteria employee, and authorized the payment of bills.

The board conducted several executive sessions to discuss non-elected personnel. Following these deliberations, the board voted to accept a resolution of intent to terminate a superintendent's contract and requested the appointment of a superintendent of record. Additionally, the board scheduled a subsequent special meeting.