Denise Allison

This plan outlines how Hollis Public Schools will strategically allocate its ARP/ESSER III funds to address the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Key priorities include implementing prevention and mitigation strategies for safe school operations, utilizing evidence-based interventions to mitigate academic learning loss, and supporting the academic, social, emotional, and mental health needs of all students, with a particular focus on disproportionately impacted groups. Additionally, funds will be used for operational continuity and staff retention.

The meeting included special reports on enrollment numbers, upcoming events, and athletic events. Key discussions involved the upcoming roof repair, legislation, and security funding. The board accepted a bid from Nurnberg Roofing for the band room roof repair. Policy revisions were addressed, specifically policy DEC-R2-Sick Leave Support Personnel. The board convened an executive session to discuss the re-employment of Central Office Staff, including the Superintendent, Business Office Manager/Treasurer, and Encumbrance Clerk for the 2026-2027 school year, and subsequently voted to employ these personnel. The board also accepted two resignations effective at the close of the 2025-2026 school year. New business included the approval of expenditure 1171 payable to P.S.O. and the adoption of policy DBH-Accommodations for lactating employees.

The meeting included a presentation of the district roof inspection report, along with reports on enrollment numbers, eligibility, athletic schedules, events, funding, and roof projects. The board adopted an Annual Election Resolution for the 2026 school board election and approved a contract with the Oklahoma Dept. of Career and Technology Education for the 2025-2026 school year. They also approved the disposal of two multimedia carts and updated the substitute teacher pay scale. Following an executive session, the board approved a new assistant basketball coach and accepted the resignations of staff members.

The document outlines Hollis Public Schools' REVISED FY24 ARP/ESSER III Use of Funds Plan. The plan details how the funds will be utilized to implement COVID-19 prevention and mitigation strategies, address the academic impact of lost instructional time, and ensure interventions meet the academic, social, emotional, and mental health needs of all students, particularly those disproportionately affected by the pandemic. Key areas include facility upgrades (HVAC, cleaning, flooring), instructional technology and software, network improvements, and hiring/retention stipends for staff. The plan also specifies targeted support for various student subgroups such as Hispanic/Latino, Black or African American, Special Education, and low-income students.

The meeting included a review of the Hollis Public Schools Financial and Compliance Audit, special reports on enrollment numbers and upcoming events, and a report on upcoming roof repair. The board discussed and approved the estimate of needs and expenditure budget for the 2025-2026 school year, an interlocal cooperation agreement with Atoka Public Schools, and the closure of dormant activity sub accounts. They also approved activity sub accounts, class fundraisers, the Strong Readers Plan, Lisa Daniel as Bullying coordinator, and the Comprehensive District Academic Plan. The dropout and ACT reports were presented. An executive session was held to discuss personnel matters, resulting in the approval of Michaela Faulks as an adjunct teacher. The board also approved a general fund payment to Keystone Food Service.