Meagan Keeney

The board convened for a special session to discuss administrative matters. Key topics included a motion to enter into a closed session regarding specific sections of Missouri law and a proposal to explore the requirements for implementing EMT/CNA classes for both district and non-district students to generate revenue.

The board meeting featured updates on student achievements, including the Job Olympics and a poetry contest, and recognized graduates of the LETRS program. Key business items included a presentation from the Optimist Club, approval of bond construction updates and graphic designs for a field house, and a project for bleachers. Building principals provided NWEA test results, while departmental updates were given on special services and PBIS. The district discussed plans to replace the literacy screening platform with IReady for the upcoming school year, tabled a discussion on bus rider routes, and approved various MSBA policy updates. Additionally, the board set the schedule for the next school year, approved a plan to dissolve a snow day, and received updates regarding legislative matters and road and bridge taxes.

The board meeting agenda included several key items such as the review of financial reports, bills, and fund transfers for the fiscal year, along with the consideration of various miscellaneous contracts, including SRO agreements, a memorandum of understanding, and a lighting contract. The board addressed program evaluations, a biology curriculum adoption, activities handbook revisions, and budget adjustments. Notable student recognitions were presented for FFA teams and individual student achievements in athletics. Additionally, the session covered bond and summer project updates, a vote on the fiscal year 2027 budget, a Comprehensive School Improvement Plan update, and concluded with a closed session to discuss personnel and legal matters.

The Board of Education held a special session to address the agenda. During the meeting, the board conducted a vote to enter into a closed session pursuant to Missouri Law regarding personnel and record-keeping matters before reconvening and subsequently adjourning the open session.

The meeting featured student recognition for state wrestlers and the receipt of a donation from the Knights of Columbus. The board celebrated School Board appreciation month and received updates on bond projects, including Middle School Auxiliary Building renovations and HVAC costs. Additionally, the board approved medical, dental, and vision insurance rates for the upcoming school year. Discussions also included an update on standards-based grading, an overview of the district's vehicle fleet, and a review of budget updates for the 25-26 and 26-27 school years.