Marcie Close

The meeting included discussions and a vote regarding the approval of minutes from a special board meeting. Financial reports, activity fund reports, and encumbrance change order lists were reviewed and approved. Administrative discussions covered facilities distribution for students' needs, responses to COVID-19, and the deployment of online instruction. Updates were provided on financial aid funding, computer distribution to students, and networking with area superintendents. Changes to the school calendar were announced, and updates were given on job postings for instructor positions. The board also discussed extending the school year for students needing to meet clinical requirements or certification exams. Safety training, firefighting training, and SBA loans for businesses were also addressed, along with capital planning and upcoming events such as a blood drive.

The meeting included reports and presentations on CTOS contest results, SkillsUSA members achievements, and recognition events. Discussions covered the Blackwell Gateway report, virtual classroom activities, and engineering challenges. The board reviewed and approved financial reports, the activity fund report, and encumbrance change orders. Administrative reports addressed facilities, district policy issues, community issues, personnel, and student needs. The board also discussed the end of the school year, virtual graduation plans, and the resumption of training activities in compliance with CDC guidelines. They also discussed CARES Act stimulus monies for adult students.

The meeting included a superintendent's report, which featured updates on the end-of-year celebration for students and staff, as well as the utilization of CARES Act funds. The board discussed and took possible action regarding bids for a proposed building project. The board approved bid packages and rejected and rebid certain items. The alternates were also discussed.

The meeting addressed the use of technology for virtual learning due to weather-related campus closures, highlighting the district's ability to continue education remotely. There was discussion about the accreditation action plan, which includes opportunities for improvement. The board also reviewed COVID-19 statistics, noting a decrease in cases. A recruitment video was created to promote the school's programs.

The meeting included discussions and votes on various topics, including fiscal year resource allocations to support the Blackwell gateway partnership program, quotes for the westward expansion project, insurance policies renewal for fiscal year 21, surplus items, a contract with Putnam and Company PLLC for audit of the 2019-2020 year, and an agreement between the Oklahoma Small Business Development Center and Pioneer Technology Center to co-sponsor a business advisor.