Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Sharon Howe’s organization
Jan 12, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
La Plata R-Ii School Board Executive Session
The meeting commenced with an agenda amendment to include the resignation of an assistant softball coach under new business, which was subsequently approved. Discussions during the executive session included accepting the resignation of a kitchen staff member, effective January 30, 2026, and accepting the immediate resignation of the assistant softball coach. A major point of discussion was the Superintendent's annual performance evaluation, which resulted in the board voting to extend the Superintendent's contract through the 2027/2028 school year.
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The meeting commenced with the approval of an amended agenda, which included adding MSBA Policy Updates to the consent agenda. The consent agenda was approved, covering items such as the previous month's minutes, monthly finance reports, January bills, the DESE Model Compliance SpEd Plan, and the MACC Dual Credit Agreement. Old business discussions included a future CSIP committee meeting to review district goals and an update confirming the approval of the grant submission for elementary water pipe repairs, which has been forwarded to the USDA. The board accepted the mowing bid from Mow Over It Lawn Care for the sports complex. Under new business, the Board decided against placing a levy or bond issue on the April 2026 ballot. The Superintendent reported on efforts to address a sewer drainage issue at the elementary school and the expected launch of the new school website and mobile application by the end of January. The board then moved into executive session to discuss matters per RSMo 610.021(3)(13).
Dec 8, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
La Plata R-II School Board Executive Session
The board addressed the superintendent's annual evaluation under old business. Additionally, the board accepted the resignation of a teacher, effective at the end of the 2025/2026 school year.
Dec 8, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
La Plata R-II School Board Meeting
The meeting included updates on the elementary water pipes project, with financial documents submitted to the USDA for review and alternative loan options discussed. The board was reminded of the Missouri Ethics Committee's annual Personal Financial Disclosure deadlines. A motion was made to accept the sports complex request for proposal with updates and proceed with advertising. Updates were provided by the High School Principal and Elementary Principal on their respective buildings. A district-wide report was presented, noting the administration's work with Apptegy, the new communication platform expected to be implemented after the Christmas break. The board then moved to enter into executive session.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
