Sarah Peckinpaugh

Key discussions included the approval of policy updates recommended by OSSBA concerning policies EHBCA, EHBC-R3, and EHBC-R2. The Board approved a Cooperative Agreement with Healdton Public Schools to share Mr. Trent as superintendent for the 26-27 school year, and subsequently approved the contract for Mr. Trent, with his salary frozen due to additional compensation from Healdton. The Board also authorized the Shared Superintendent Salary Assistance Application between the two schools. Furthermore, approval was granted to utilize Parent Square for the 26-27 school year for website, parent portal, and information app functions, and to adopt the OKTLE employee evaluation system for the same period. The Superintendent's Report noted that the school achieved accreditation status in the top 1% of all schools and detailed plans to convert two snow days to distance learning days in March and April. Finally, the Board approved various Purchase Orders/Encumbrances and Warrants across the General Fund, Building Fund, Child Nutrition Fund, Building Bond Fund, Sinking Fund, and Activity Fund.

The meeting focused on several operational and policy matters. Key discussions included the selection of a legislative liaison for the 2026 calendar year, resulting in the approval of Kathy Plunk for the role. The board also addressed OSSBA policy EHBC, which was subsequently approved. Classroom capacity numbers for Quarter 3 reporting under the Oklahoma Open Transfer Rule were reviewed, with a motion passed to maintain the existing maximum numbers for Kindergarten through 5th grade (46) and Pre-K (40). Updates were provided on recent bus repairs and upgrades, including new seat cushions and radiator seal replacement. The Superintendent's Report confirmed compliance with the Riley Boatright Act and noted the upcoming legislative session. Furthermore, plans for an asphalt walking track south of the school were detailed. Finally, the board approved various financial transactions, including a General Fund warrant from FY25 and numerous purchase orders and warrants across the General Fund, Building Fund, Child Nutrition Fund, Sinking Fund, Building Bond Fund, and Activity Fund.

The meeting commenced with the presentation of the SY25 annual school audit by Angel, Johnston, and Blasingame, P.C., which indicated no deficits. The board approved the consent agenda, which included financial reports and activity fund status. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to an executive session for the annual evaluation and contract renewal discussion for the Superintendent/Principal of Schools for Flower Mound School, as well as related personnel matters. Following the executive session, the board formally approved the annual evaluation and extended the contract for the Superintendent/Principal through School Year 2028. The Superintendent provided a monthly report noting that the board seat held by Mrs. Plunk would be uncontested. Finally, the board approved various Purchase Orders, Encumbrances, and Warrants across several funds (General Fund, Building Fund, Child Nutrition Fund, Sinking Fund, Building Bond Fund, and Activity Fund). A discussion was held regarding the rotation schedule for the district's bus to ensure both vehicles remain operational.

The Flower Mound School Board of Education convened for a special meeting to discuss several key items. The board addressed the 2026 board meeting dates, a request for virtual days for the 26-27 school year, and an easement agreement with PSO for electric pole placement. The Superintendent's report included updates on OSDE points, winter activities, and the distribution of superintendent evaluation forms. Additionally, the board approved various financial matters, including purchase orders, encumbrances, and warrants from multiple funds.

The Flower Mound School Board of Education convened a special meeting to discuss several key issues. The board approved the consent agenda, which included the monthly financial report, activity funds, and status of funds. They decided to maintain the current transfer capacity numbers for FMS for the second quarter of FY26. A Scholastic Book Fair fundraiser for the FMS library was approved for the 25-26 school year. The 2025 School Election Resolution was passed, addressing board seat #2. The FMS Gifted and Talented Plan for the 25-26 school year was approved, and the board agreed to deposit Liberty National Bank Treasurer Fund interest earnings into the General Fund. A winter stipend for employees was also approved. Additionally, the board approved various PO/Encumbrance and Warrant numbers from multiple funds.