Shannon Hayes

This document details Millwood Public Schools' ARP-ESSER Funding Plan for the 2024-2025 school year. The plan outlines the use of federal funds to address the impact of COVID-19, focusing on mitigating learning loss through evidence-based interventions, supporting safe in-person instruction, and maintaining school operations. Key priorities include enhancing educational technology, providing mental health services, improving facilities, and offering professional development, with a specific emphasis on supporting the academic and social-emotional needs of all students, particularly vulnerable populations.

The Gifted and Talented Advisory Committee (GTAC) meeting will include a review of the draft plan, discussion of modifications and deletions, and a vote to accept the current plan for submission to the Millwood Board of Education. A question-and-answer period will also be held.

The board meeting included recognition of the executive secretary and a departing administrator. Discussion topics included the approval of board minutes, the adoption of future board meeting dates, revenue estimates for the year, employment of a financial consultant, and approval of construction costs for a new gymnasium and storm shelter. There was also discussion of the allocation of chromebooks to students and updates on school operations, including weekly attendance and ACT averages.

This board meeting covered a wide range of topics. Discussions included recognition of student athletes and coaches, updates from the superintendent and other school officials, upcoming events such as the annual turkey giveaway and a school-wide movie, and plans for future events. Financial matters were also discussed, including budget approvals and the use of funds. The board also addressed the upcoming election and approved resolutions related to the election and school board matters. Finally, there was discussion of the school logo and its trademark.

The Millwood Public Schools Board Meeting covered a range of topics, including student assessment data, school events, and staff professional development. The presentation of student assessment data focused on NWEA scores across different grade levels, highlighting areas of strength and areas needing improvement. Upcoming school events and activities were reviewed, including parent-teacher conferences, a guest speaker, and staff CPR training. Professional development initiatives were discussed, focusing on strengthening teachers' instructional knowledge and implementing culturally responsive teaching practices. Finally, school attendance and discipline were addressed.