Tyler Gripka

The board approved a baseball cooperative agreement with Liberal for the 26/27 school year and initiated a JH/HS cross country team for the same period. Financial and infrastructure approvals included the purchase of additional basketball goals from Carroll Seating Company, a staff bathroom remodel by Houk Construction, a set of lockers, and a carpet shampooer. Compensation adjustments were finalized, including a 2.5% pay increase for non-certified staff and a corresponding stipend increase for certified staff. The board also reviewed the principal's report and superintendent's report, and conducted a closed session regarding personnel and student matters.

The board conducted a reorganization of its members and officers. Key business included the approval of a senior trip itinerary, a textbook quote, chromebook purchases, a new 24D policy, the salary schedule, and health insurance premiums. Additionally, the board approved the DSWA renewal, the principal's report, and the superintendent's report, and entered into a closed session regarding personnel and students.

The Bronaugh R-VII Comprehensive School Improvement Plan serves as a roadmap for long-range improvement, designed to mobilize resources and enhance student performance over a three to five-year period. The plan is driven by data and focuses on four key strategic areas: promoting climate and culture through parent, student, and community involvement; improving student performance through quality educational programs; recruiting, attracting, developing, and retaining highly qualified staff; and providing appropriate instructional resources and maintaining functional and safe facilities. The overarching goal is to produce higher student performance as measured by MSIP performance indicators.

The board meeting included program reviews for Science, Health Services, and Athletics. Key actions involved the administration of the oath of office to members and the annual reorganization of board officers, including the President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, and MSBA Representative. New business items addressed the approval of the senior trip itinerary, a textbook purchase, chromebook acquisition, the adoption of a new policy, the salary schedule, and health insurance premiums. The board also handled the renewal of the DSWA contract and reviewed administrative and principal reports. A closed session was held regarding personnel and student matters.

The board meeting included the swearing-in of a new board member and various program reviews, including Title 1, Math, Counselor, and RootEd. The board approved a five-year food service contract with Opaa, the February ridership list, and a bid for lawn care services. Policy updates were addressed, specifically the 25E policy. Cooperative agreements for junior high and high school football were approved with Liberal and Jasper school districts. Additionally, the board approved a budget amendment, a Special Education Part B state compliance plan, and the purchase of new archery targets. Reports from the principal and superintendent were reviewed and accepted, and the board entered into a closed session to discuss personnel and student matters.