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Aug 17, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Board of Education of Smithton R-VI School District Tax Rate Hearing and Open Session
The Board conducted a tax rate hearing and an open session. Key agenda items included the presentation and approval of the 2026 tax rate and the acceptance of the recent election results regarding Proposition T.I.G.E.R. The Superintendent provided updates on revenue, state funding, and facility improvements, including roof repairs and lighting updates. The board also reviewed long-range facility plans, the Comprehensive School Improvement Plan (CSIP), and an amended professional development plan. Furthermore, the meeting covered budget amendments, transportation updates, district enrollment figures, the alternative means of instruction (AMI) plan, and a memorandum of understanding with the Boys and Girls Club. The session concluded with a discussion on personnel issues in a closed session.
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Board of Education of Smithton R-VI School District Open Public Session Meeting Minutes
The board reviewed the superintendent's report regarding ending fund balances, revenue, and expenditures for the 25-26 school year. New business items included the approval of the professional development plan for the 26-27 school year, a transition to district-managed Parents as Teachers services, scheduling a tax rate hearing for August 17th, and the approval of a budget amendment reallocating funds between Title IV and Title II programs. Additionally, the board rescinded two existing policies, approved two new policies, reviewed summer project updates including gym lighting and dumpster renovations, and entered into a closed session regarding personnel and student concerns.
Jun 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Smithton School District R-VI Board of Education Open Public Session
The board meeting included a review of school district expenses, revenues, and current grants, as well as the presentation of the FY26 budget. Key business actions included amending FY26 expenditures and revenues to actuals, declaring various school equipment as surplus property, rescinding outdated policies, and approving several new policies. The board also approved the FY27 budget and set a date for a future board retreat. Discussions were held regarding the status of pending bids for a gym lighting project and an elementary HVAC project, and the board concluded by entering a closed session to discuss personnel and student issues.
May 18, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Board of Education Smithton School District R-VI Open Public Session Meeting Minutes
The board discussed the current budget status and projections for the upcoming school year. Updates included elementary school performance goals and upcoming field trips. New business covered fiscal year revenue expectations, recent climate and culture survey results, an increase in school meal prices, and various facility improvement projects including potential roof repairs and summer lighting upgrades. The board also approved a ballot resolution for a debt service levy, updated policies regarding artificial intelligence, continued a partnership for post-secondary advisory services, and reviewed plans for a new transportation vehicle lease.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
