Steve Flowers

The Board recognized retiring staff and presented educational awards. Discussion items included student recognition, public forum comments, and financial reports. The Board approved various consent agenda items, accepted numerous staff resignations, approved the non-rehire of support staff, and passed a comprehensive Budget Reduction Plan addressing anticipated revenue cuts. Additionally, the Board approved several agreements, including a Special Services Agreement with Crossroads Head Start, a contract with the Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services, and an E-Rate resolution for 2016-2017. Policies regarding safe schools and teacher evaluations were also addressed.

This strategic plan outlines how McLoud Public Schools intends to utilize its ARP ESSER III funds to address the impacts of COVID-19. Key priorities include mitigating learning loss through extended learning opportunities, curriculum enhancements, and specialized staff. The plan also focuses on preventing virus spread by improving cleaning protocols, facilities, and safety measures. Furthermore, it details strategies to meet the unique needs of vulnerable student groups through technology access, targeted interventions, and professional development, aiming to ensure equitable education and academic achievement across the district.

The board discussed and took action on several items, including a review of the superintendent's report covering school finance, treasury updates, and various policy presentations regarding leave sharing, expense reimbursement, and teleconferencing regulations. The board formally accepted the resignations of several staff members across different school roles. Key employment actions included the approval of rehires for certified career teachers, temporary personnel, and support staff for the upcoming school year, as well as the hiring of a high school teacher and a bus driver. Additionally, the board approved budget reductions, participation in the Summer Lunch Program, acceptance of USDA commodity processing, and the selection of the lowest quote for new gym bleachers.

The board meeting addressed various administrative and financial matters, including the review of fund encumbrances and the approval of revenue and expenditure accounts. Key discussions included the acceptance of staff resignations, the appointment of various teachers and staff, and the approval of extra duty lists for athletics and activities. The board also reviewed hazard pay stipends for bus drivers, student handbook amendments, staffing agreements for therapy and psychological services, and contracts with external service providers for student drug testing and resource officers. Furthermore, the board approved procurement plans, food and supply contracts, and the purchase of infrastructure items like a greenhouse and playground equipment. Finally, a legal contract was approved to pursue claims related to electronic cigarette litigation.

The meeting included a public forum regarding the reading program, a report on student activities, and recognition of student athletics and academic achievements. The board received reports on school finance, bond options, staff leave data, technology integration goals, dropout statistics, and state report cards. Personnel actions included the acceptance of multiple retirements and a resignation, alongside the approval of new hires for a high school art teacher and a teacher's assistant. Additionally, the board approved the 2017 calendar year meeting dates, a joint agreement with Gordon Cooper Technology Center regarding academic and continuing education courses, and several policies related to purchasing, distribution, and ESEA Title I program administration. A recommendation regarding certified and support stipends was tabled.