Randy Watkins

The meeting commenced with the approval of the agenda and the swearing-in of Trenton Herrmann as a new board member. A reorganization of the Agra Board of Education took place, resulting in the election of Mr. Gladden as President, Mr. Wolff as Vice President, and Mr. K. Herrmann as Clerk. Key actions included the approval of the March 2024 Treasurer's report and the March 2024 Activity fund report. The Board also approved payroll and encumbrances across multiple funds (General Fund, Building Fund, Child Nutrition Fund, Bond Fund). Furthermore, motions were passed approving the hiring of several career status teachers and certified teachers on temporary contracts, as well as contracts for specialized services (Psychometrist, Speech, OT, OTA, PT, Psychologist). Finally, the Board approved a Resolution for Schools and Libraries Universal Services (E-Rate) for 2023-2024 and authorized several overnight trips.

The key discussion point of the special meeting involved a resolution to determine the maturities and set the date, time, and place for the sale of $525,000 General Obligation Combined Purpose Bonds of the School District. The scheduled sale date was set for November 16, 2023, at 12 o'clock noon.

The meeting agenda included the approval of the agenda itself and the minutes from the May 13, 2024 regular meeting. Key financial items approved were the Treasurer's report and the Activity fund report for May 2024, along with payroll and encumbrances across several funds (General Fund, Building Fund, Child Nutrition Fund). The Board approved several contracts and agreements, including a Special Services Agreement with Crossroads Head Start and a Professional Services Agreement with Alliance. Further actions included the approval of Class capacity for Transfer Law, approval of a Statutory Waiver/De-REGS for the Library, approval of the OSIG Resolution to join Oklahoma Schools Insurance Group, approval of extra-duty assignments, contracts, and stipends for 2024-2025, approval of an Alternative Education COOP with Lincoln Academy, and approval of Policy EFEA. Finally, the Board approved the hiring of two PARA positions (one also serving as Coach) and the assignment of an adjunct instructor for Anatomy and Physiology, as well as the resignation of an employee.

Key discussions and actions included the approval of the agenda and financial reports for July 2022, including the Treasurer's Report and Activity Fund Report. The Board approved staff employment for two Para positions, ratified several policies including the Employee Retention Plan, and approved changes to the ARP "ESSER 3" finances plan for website posting. Further approvals covered the use of Meridian Tech courses for high school credit, the contract for Secondary Career and Technology Education Programs, members for Safe School/Healthy and Fit advisory committees, the Joint Program Agreement with Meridian Technology Center for Pre-Engineering and Biomedical Sciences, the Technology Maintenance Contract with Alliance Network Solutions, and the designation of the Title IX Coordinator and Child Nutrition authorized representative. The Board also approved the ACT as the assessment for Agra High School, extra duty contracts, declared certain items surplus property for disposal, and approved two fundraisers.

The meeting involved the approval of the agenda and various financial reports, specifically the treasurer's report and the activity fund report for December 2022. Key actions included the approval of payroll and encumbrances across multiple funds, the approval of stipends for various duties, and the approval of OSSBA Policy GJBA. A calendar change was approved, resulting in no school on April 7, 8, and 10, with school days added on April 14 and 17. The Board also approved the hiring of Jeff Kelly as Superintendent for up to a three-year contract, approved volunteers for various classes, and accepted resignations.