Matt Johnson

The board reviewed and approved the Audit Report for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. Members discussed and voted on specific sections of the OSSBA policy manual, approving several segments while tabling others. The Superintendent presented various department reports and recognized Board Appreciation Month, while also introducing a potential future discussion regarding the possible purchase of the Music Unlimited building. Financial items, including treasury reports, encumbrance registers, and bank signer updates, were approved through the consent docket. An executive session was held to address personnel reports and the Superintendent's contract, resulting in the approval of personnel exhibits and an amendment to the Superintendent's contract to add an additional year.

The content consists primarily of expressions of gratitude towards the school board for their support, advocacy, guidance, and care for the students, staff, and families of the Shawnee Public Schools district. Specific mentions included appreciation for their role in advocacy, community relations development, and investment in students' education.

The 2018-2023 Strategic Plan for Shawnee Public Schools focuses on four key goal areas: Academic Achievement, Personnel, Student Programs, and School, Parent, and Community Engagement. The plan aims to improve student achievement through rigorous curriculum implementation, differentiated instruction, project-based learning, and college/career readiness programs. It also addresses the need for qualified personnel by providing professional development, mentoring programs, and recruitment initiatives. Enhancements to student programs include special education inclusion, secondary internships, and increased student engagement through clubs and organizations. Finally, the plan emphasizes school, parent, and community engagement by developing collaborative partnerships and increasing overall satisfaction. The plan's success will be measured through various performance indicators, including student achievement scores, teacher effectiveness ratings, student participation rates, and community satisfaction surveys.