Lorenna Anderson

The meeting included recognitions and awards for students of the week from various schools, an all-state honoree in golf, and a student achieving recognition in broadcast journalism. The business department was recognized for receiving the Meritorious Budget Award, highlighting their role in fiscal management and stewardship of taxpayer dollars. Additionally, the Park Hill Partners program was acknowledged, with participants sharing their experiences and insights gained about the district's operations and interconnectedness.

The meeting commenced with standard protocols and the adoption of the agenda. Key discussions included recognition and awards for student achievements, specifically the Volleyball Academic Teams and the Park Hill South Music and Theater Department's receipt of the Blue Star Awards for their production of "Hades Town, The Teen Edition." The board also addressed financial matters, including the approval of the July 2025 Treasurer's Information Report, which detailed expenditures related to summer school and construction projects, and the initiation of the process for the Series 2025 bonds, authorized by Proposition O. This involved approving the go-to-market resolution to prepare for the bond sale scheduled for September.

The meeting commenced with board announcements, including appreciation for staff preparing buildings for the new school year and updates on facility tours. The agenda adoption was approved. The board acknowledged the resignation notice from Mrs. Barber, which opened a vacancy, and encouraged interested parties to apply. There were no pre-registered public comments. The consent agenda was approved, with a highlight on item 5.22 regarding the approval for the Alternative Methods of Instruction (AMI) application, which required waiving the first read due to a state form change and a submission deadline of July 31st. Action items included the approval of architecture services with Hollison Miller for the 2025 bond work and the approval of extra duty pay riders. An information presentation was given detailing the 2025 tax rate process, outlining the impact of the recent voter-approved operating levy increase (10 cents) and the proposed debt service levy increase (30 cents for the 2034 plan), resulting in a potential total rate of 57.955 cents, based on preliminary assessed valuation estimates showing a 3.4% increase before the board of equalization review.

The board discussed the adoption of the agenda and recognitions and awards. The board also discussed the public comment section and the consent agenda. They also discussed the approval of the 2025 2026 calendar and policy committee members. The board also discussed the adoption of resolution authorizing 128 million principal amount of general obligation bonds Missouri direct deposit program series 2025 of the Park Hill School District of Plat County, Missouri and authorizing certain other documents and actions via the district. The board also received an update on Senate Bill 68 implementation.

The meeting commenced with board member announcements, including reflections on the MSBA conference, the importance of kindness, and appreciation for veterans and staff efforts in supporting community needs. Several staff and program recognitions were presented, including an award for an assistant principal and athletic director, certification for Project Adam compliance at Angeline Washington Elementary, custodial staff receiving the facility managers core certification, and a gifted teacher being honored as the Science Teachers of Missouri Elementary Level Award winner. The board also recognized the district for earning the largest rebate in the state through the Payment Solutions Pecard program. During public comments, a patron expressed significant concerns regarding the recent restructuring of the special education program, detailing negative impacts on their son who has behavioral health disabilities due to perceived improper placement at a school lacking the necessary facilities and support, leading to frequent removals from class. The board then moved to the consent agenda, highlighting the annual local plan for compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and clarifying ongoing discussions regarding the English Language Development (ELD) measures and school-age childcare program workshops.