Scott A. Small

The board approved a three-year advisory agreement with First Security Beardsley, the 2026-2027 Classified Salary Schedule, and classified contracts for the upcoming school year. Discussion included reports from the high school, elementary school, preschool, PPC, and district departments. Updates were provided on extracurricular activities, student assessments, preschool attendance and funding, summer projects, and school calendar considerations. The board tabled the consideration of purchasing a school vehicle.

The meeting featured administrative updates from the high school, elementary, and preschool programs, along with a RootEd report on senior career and financial planning outcomes. Financial items included the renewal of a bank certificate of deposit, approval of the preschool salary schedule, and authorization for a vehicle purchase. Operational and academic approvals included the elementary and high school improvement plans, the Assurance and GEPA statement, and the legislative audit. Additionally, the board addressed personnel actions, including various resignations and the hiring of new staff for the upcoming school year.

The board meeting addressed various administrative and personnel matters. Key topics included the approval of financial reports and expenditures, updates on school operations, and the announcement that the district preschool was recognized as the top program in the state. Additionally, the board processed multiple resignations and approved new hires for cafeteria staff, bus driving, preschool and elementary instruction, and secondary education roles.

The board meeting involved the reorganization of the board members and the acceptance of personnel resignations. Reports were provided regarding high school, elementary, and preschool enrollment and upcoming school events. Updates were given on special education and cafeteria reviews, the state audit report, and potential summer projects. The board approved the 2026-2027 school calendar and certified salary schedule. Additionally, the board entered an executive session to discuss and approve contract extensions for certified staff and coaching positions, and reviewed the potential purchase of a school vehicle.

The board discussed and approved several items, including the purchase of Chromebooks and laptops, and amendments to the 2025-2026 certified and classified salary schedules to include stipends for Archery and Esports coaches. The 2025-2026 school calendar was amended due to inclement weather. Personnel actions included various coaching appointments and resignations, as well as the approval of the substitute list. Following executive sessions, the board extended 12-month employment contracts to both the Elementary and High School principals.