Jeff Bardach

The meeting commenced with standard opening procedures, followed by recognitions including Board Appreciation Month, newly named principals, and various student group achievements recognized by OkMEA and other organizations. Key actions included the approval of a bid for Horizon Middle School Phase I plumbing and HVAC services, totaling $5,958,552, to be funded from bond funds. The consent agenda saw approvals for financial reports, various contracts for educational services (including MOUs with Mercy Health, Period OKC, OCU, and Langston), special services, technology contract renewals, and numerous contracts for upcoming 2026 events and activities. The Board also approved the disposal of district technology and surplus property. Following an executive session to discuss personnel matters including employment actions and the superintendent evaluation, the Board unanimously approved certified and support personnel actions listed on Schedules A and B.

The special session began with an introduction from the Superintendent, followed by professional development team building. Key discussions and presentations centered on Strategic Priorities Project Report Out and Goals, District Updates, EPS Initiative Updates, and Bond & Construction Updates. During the business portion, a motion to approve Policy FNG (Student Use of Personal Electronic Devices) on first reading failed, but a subsequent motion to approve the policy with a language change, substituting "Personal Electronic Devices" for "Wireless telecommunications," carried unanimously. Additionally, the board unanimously approved the naming of the new elementary school #20, located at Air Depot/Covell, as Post Oak Elementary School.

The meeting agenda included opening procedures, comments from the Superintendent, and a presentation on the bond issue. Key discussion points involved recognitions for various achievements, including Board Appreciation Month and multiple student/group accomplishments in academics and the arts. A significant action item was the possible consideration and vote to award the bid for Horizon Middle School Phase I plumbing and HVAC in the amount of $5,958,552. The Consent Agenda covered numerous routine items such as approving various contracts (for educational services, special services, and technology renewals), accepting financial reports, approving purchases for football uniforms and HVAC units, approving 2026 summer school programs, and authorizing the disposal of district surplus property. The agenda also reserved time for a proposed executive session concerning personnel matters (employment, hiring, termination) and the superintendent evaluation, followed by potential votes on certified and support personnel actions.

The Edmond Board of Education meeting included recognitions for the Oklahoma Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (OAHPERD) Elementary PE Teacher of the Year, National Merit Semi-Finalists and Commended Scholars for 2025-26, National Recognitions: First Generation, School Recognition Award, and 6A Girls Volleyball State Champions. Public participation addressed a new wrestling facility and budget/book allocation. The board approved the final budget for the 25-26 school year, awarded a bid for Part 2 of the ECC Shelter, approved plans for the John Ross ES Media Center/roofing project and Orvis Risner ES Office and restroom renovation, and approved the final 2026-27 SY Calendar and first reading of the 2027-28 SY Calendar. The consent agenda included approval of minutes, encumbrances, financial reports, purchase of transportation vehicles and equipment for hearing-impaired students, the Oklahoma Teacher Empowerment Program, Wood Tech Camp, bid for Edmond North HS roof, purchase of HVAC units, MOU with LifeWise, various contracts, and declaration of surplus property. The board convened in executive session to discuss legal matters, real property, personnel actions, and initial assessment of the Superintendent. Proposed personnel actions were approved.

The Edmond Board of Education meeting included recognition of the Edmond Memorial HS Girls Cross Country Team as OSSAA 6A Cross Country State Champs. The board discussed and approved a resolution authorizing a bond election for school improvements and equipment. New high school courses were approved, and a bid was awarded for Horizon MS subcontractors. The consent agenda was approved, covering minutes, encumbrances, financial reports, transfer capacities, technology purchases, and contracts for special and educational services. The board convened in two executive sessions to discuss personnel matters, principal recommendations, property purchase, and superintendent assessment. They approved personnel actions and adjourned, with no new business considered.