Kevin J. Haar

The committee meeting agenda includes a presentation on the impact of the pandemic by the Chief Academic Officer, a discussion regarding additional data requests, and a review of the next steps for the committee.

This report summarizes the findings and recommendations of the Public Review Committee regarding the Special School District of St. Louis County (SSD). It presents 13 key recommendations aimed at supporting continuous improvement in the delivery of special education services. The core focus areas include enhancing equity, revising partnership agreements, implementing continuous improvement processes, improving customer satisfaction, expanding parent education, strengthening conflict resolution, supporting career and technical education, boosting staff recruitment and retention, improving communication, optimizing governance, and ensuring financial integrity. The recommendations are intended to assist the SSD in improving its processes and services.

The retreat focused on several key topics, including a welcome session with introductions and an icebreaker activity. Participants engaged in a communications discussion, followed by a formal legal overview presented via a PowerPoint presentation. Additionally, the agenda covered discussions regarding mentorship and a review of the board sub-committees.

This Five Year Plan for Technology Services outlines strategies to enhance technology solutions and support across the SSD district. It establishes a framework through the Technology Planning Committee, focusing on key areas such as Business Operational Efficiency, Student Technology, Teacher Preparation, Tech Services Operational Efficiency, and District-Wide Technology. The plan aims to ensure reliable network access, effective data management, robust technical support, and the implementation of efficient technology solutions to support student learning and operational functions.

This Equity Study, commissioned by the Special School District of St. Louis County, analyzes various aspects of the district's operations through an equity lens. The study focuses on four key areas: teacher preparation and quality, special education and related services, career and technical education, and equity in contracting and purchasing. It aims to provide an in-depth review of the district's services, supported by statistical data, to offer policy options and recommendations for improving equity across its operations.