Kim Rider

The board met in an executive session to deliberate on the terms of the contract for the Superintendent-Elect. Following the session, the board reconvened and granted authorization for the president to sign the contract for the Superintendent-Elect.

The board recognized parish Teachers of the Year and approved payments for bills authorized by the Finance Committee. Key actions included accepting a bid for the Kinder High School Improvement Project, declaring surplus property at Reeves High School, and authorizing recruitment for various school positions. The board approved an out-of-state student field trip, updated several safety and policy documents, and accepted a compliance questionnaire for the annual audit. Additionally, authorization was granted to sign a joint service agreement for aerial imagery and a continuing disclosure reporting engagement letter. The Superintendent's report covered teacher recognition, performance pay, financial audit status, elementary school programs, the implementation of a mobile school safety system, and updates on construction and personnel appointments.

The meeting included a public hearing on the Consolidated Budget for FYE 2020. The Board recognized the achievements of local high school principals and state champion baseball teams. Presentations were made regarding services provided to student athletes, including a new baseline concussion testing initiative. Financial actions included the approval of the Consolidated Budget for FYE 2020 and authorization for the payment of bills. The Board also authorized the advertisement of several school staff positions and a new official journal, as well as the execution of a contract for a healthy behaviors school district partnership grant. The Superintendent provided a report covering the successful start of the school year, status of improvement projects, professional development for teachers, and updates on student enrollment and safety initiatives.

The board approved the payment of bills, 2018-2019 budget revisions, and the selection of uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage for commercial automobile insurance. Furthermore, the board authorized the purchase of GAP medical insurance, revisions to the 2019-2020 Pupil Progression Plan, and changes to special education and behavioral health policies. The superintendent was authorized to advertise for vacant positions, and the board accepted the official journal bid for the upcoming fiscal year. The superintendent's report included updates on district events, curriculum alignment efforts, progress on school building projects, and professional development support for non-certified teachers.

The board approved the payment of bills as authorized by the Finance Committee and adopted a revision to Policy IDDFA concerning the Special Education Advisory Council. Authorization was granted for the superintendent to advertise for a custodian position at Oakdale High School. Additionally, the board approved two change orders for the Kinder Elementary Improvements Project, involving increases of $13,229.00 and $18,680.00 respectively. The superintendent provided updates on employee supplements, student mid-term exam schedules, the upcoming annual LSBA Convention, progress on school improvement projects, and received a quarterly report regarding health services provided to students.