Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Shelly Gentry’s organization
Oct 13, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Board of Directors Regular Session
The De Queen School Board convened to discuss several key issues, including a report on student academic data and performance. The board approved the addition to certified policy 3.56 and classified policy 8.46, along with the Proposed Budget of Expenditures with Tax Levy for the Fiscal Year beginning July 1, 2027, and the related Sample Ballot. Personnel matters were addressed, including the hiring of a paraprofessional and approval of personnel transfers for the 26-27 school year. Additionally, the board approved retiring fixed assets and the Equity Compliance Report.
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The first PPC meeting of the 2025-26 school year included discussions on the Teacher of the Year award, payday scheduling, and policies regarding the use of leave before scheduled days off. The committee also explored the possibility of offering Driver's Education classes. Additional topics were identified for discussion at a building level or in the Principal's meeting, including Gifted and Talented program qualifications, ALE classes for primary and elementary levels, scheduling of Parent/Teacher Conferences, the addition of Google Translate to Chromebooks for ESL students, and the need for a full-time Math/Literacy Facilitator for grades 6-12. The creation of a Google survey for the school calendar was also suggested for future discussion.
Sep 8, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
De Queen School District #17 Regular Session
The board discussed student academic data and performance. They approved financial statements and expenditures, including significant amounts for architecture and chromebooks. The superintendent reported on meal form returns and enrollment numbers, and acknowledged a letter from Gillham Alumni. The board approved a three-year agreement with Beardsley as the District's Financial Advisor, the new Walmart Business Program for purchases, and accepted bids for a lawnmower shed and elementary roof repairs. They also approved the High-Impact Tutoring rate and additional pay for a sign language para. The resignation of the Business Manager was accepted, and several personnel hires were approved. Finally, the board approved a contract disclosure and scheduled the next meeting.
Aug 28, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
De Queen Public School of Education Approval of Personnel Policies & Salary Schedules
Approval of personnel policies and salary schedules for the 2025-2026 school year.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
