Kristin Thomas

The board meetings covered multiple operational and personnel items. Key actions included the purchase of a wheelchair-lift school bus and two Ford Transit vans, the approval of a pavement repair project for the middle school parking lot, and the renewal of the Success For All contract. Additionally, the board accepted a new property insurance bid from KICS. Personnel matters were addressed through executive sessions, resulting in the approval of various resignations, terminations, retirements, transfers, and new employment contracts. The board also reviewed building handbooks for the upcoming school year and received various administrative and leadership reports.

This Student Handbook outlines policies, procedures, and the 'Dragon Way' behavioral expectations for Pittsburg High School for the 2025-2026 academic year. It details responsibilities for students, parents, and teachers to foster a safe, respectful, and academically conducive learning environment. The document is built upon core values of Relationships, Respect, Citizenship, and Academics, aiming to prepare students for success in post-secondary education, the workforce, and life.

The document records the proceedings of three separate board meetings held in January 2026: a Regular Meeting on January 12, a Special Meeting on January 21, and another Regular Meeting on January 26. Key discussions included the administration of the oath of office to newly elected Board of Education members. Following public comment regarding property tax increases, committee assignments were filled for outgoing members. New business featured a presentation from the Boys and Girls Club on a potential after-school program for 2026-2027, and first reads of updated job descriptions for supplemental positions and changes to the Classified Handbook. The Board approved expenditures for replacing house lights at PHS Auditorium ($41,606.10), repairing the PCMS deck/boiler room ($201,296), and purchasing two new Ford Transit T350 Vans ($117,942). A Memorandum of Understanding regarding a short-term solution for the rapidly depleting certified sick leave pool was ratified. The critical bus driver shortage was discussed, with the matter tabled until the January 26 meeting, where it was subsequently tabled until next school year. Old business included the approval of KASB policy updates. Executive sessions were held on January 12 and January 26 for discussing personnel matters, resulting in the approval of several personnel actions including resignations and terminations. The January 26 meeting also addressed a request regarding the distribution of paper flyers from approved nonprofit organizations.

This document outlines various board policies and administrative procedures for USD 250, covering governance, district goals and objectives, school operations, administrative ethics, and financial management. Key areas include board meeting protocols, superintendent duties and evaluation, public records management, federal fiscal compliance, and procurement procedures. The policies establish guidelines for operational efficiency, legal adherence, and fiscal responsibility within the district.

The Regular Meeting included approval of financials and disposal of aged PHS Math Textbooks. The Board recognized two members completing their elected terms. Key discussions involved reviewing the Professional Development 5-Year Plan, which the district will submit for State Board of Education approval. The Board approved a fee increase for the After School Child Care Program, raising the daily rate from $5.00 to $6.25, effective January 2026. Reading Assessment data for Fall 2025 was reviewed, highlighting the need for targeted literacy instruction. The Board also conducted a first read of KASB policy updates. New Business covered transportation department data, a report from the KASB Convention, and updates from the Chief Operation Officer, including approval of bids for signage and masonry repair projects at PCMS. Personnel matters, including resignations, retirements, and employments for both certified and classified staff, were approved following executive sessions.