Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Kristi Ferguson-Harris’s organization
Oct 13, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Newcastle Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Board meeting included discussions and actions on several student travel requests for athletic and academic competitions. Key administrative actions involved appointing an Assistant Superintendent as Superintendent Designee and naming a new Deputy Encumbrance Clerk. The Board also conducted elections for positions on the Oklahoma Public School Investment Interlocal Cooperative. Further business included reviews of district policies, approval of an agreement with the University of Oklahoma, and financial approvals covering encumbrances, payroll, and booster club sanctioning. An executive session was held to deliberate on personnel employment matters and the acquisition of real property.
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The meeting included the presentation of community partner awards and recognition of student leadership achievements. Key actions involved the approval of consent agendas covering committee appointments, staff travel requests, and surplus property declarations. Administrative updates provided information on district safety, construction projects, and enrollment figures. Additionally, the board approved a construction change order, implemented a closed campus lunch policy beginning in early 2027, adopted a revised school calendar, and authorized various policies, contracts, and financial encumbrances. The board also convened for an executive session to discuss personnel matters and property acquisition.
Aug 4, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Newcastle Board Of Education Regular Meeting
The board discussed multiple administrative, financial, and personnel items. Key agenda topics included teacher adjuncting for various subjects, approval of meal price increases for FY27, and review of financial consent agendas including fund encumbrances, change orders, and payroll. The board also addressed employment contract matters, personnel appointments, retirements, and resignations during an executive session. Additionally, the board acted on student transfer appeals and approved negotiated agreements for the Newcastle Association of Classroom Teachers and Support Personnel.
Jul 21, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Newcastle Board of Education Regular Meeting
The board meetings covered several key topics, including the approval of student travel requests for various extracurricular teams and the declaration of surplus for various items such as E-Waste and office furniture. Updates were provided regarding bond elections, construction progress, and technology infrastructure changes, specifically concerning Chromebook distribution and email security. Financial and policy consent agendas were approved, including updates to various handbooks, digital communication platforms, and contracts for services. Additionally, the board approved a guaranteed maximum price for complex improvements, adjustments to the school day for the recess law, and personnel-related actions including hiring and transfers following executive sessions.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
