Zack McGill

The regular board meeting commenced with the presentation and recognition of special guests, including students honored as Students of the Month from Grand Avenue, and employees recognized as Chicken Express Employees of the Month from the Middle School (Brian Wyatt and Tamara Lynch). The board subsequently recognized the site Teachers of the Year from Bill Wallace, Lincoln, and Chickasha Middle School (CMS), including Ashley Blair, Madison Austin, and EJ Go, as well as Miranda Moulder from Chickasha High School (CHS). Key administrative discussions included designating the Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent as the voting representative for the Oklahoma School Assurance Group (OSAG). Additionally, the board approved selecting Dobson Fiber for internet service at the Chicochet Early Learning Center, with the goal of opening by February 1st of the following year. The board also discussed a resolution to join the Oklahoma Public School Investment Interlocal (OLAP) to facilitate investment of available funds, with a presentation provided by an investment representative.

The board meeting included recognitions of employees and students, including Lincoln School's certified and support staff of the month, the support employee of the quarter, and the OSSA wrestling coach of the year. A National Merit semi-finalist was also recognized, as well as the FFA Nationals team. The board discussed and took possible action regarding a Department of Justice Grant Award for security upgrades and a memorandum of understanding with Delta Dental of Oklahoma Foundation for dental services to students. Additionally, there was discussion and possible action regarding a teaching apprenticeship program agreement.

The board meeting included recognitions for Chicochet Express employees of the month. Updates were provided on construction projects at Lincoln Grand and CHS, and information was shared about upcoming parent-teacher conferences and the distribution of student badges. The board discussed and considered a resolution authorizing the sale of the district's general obligation building bond series 2025. The schedule Y form estimate of need for millillage requirements was reviewed. The board also discussed and considered action regarding a memorandum of understanding between Chicochet Public Schools and USAO regarding federal work student program participation with non-instructional positions.

The meeting included recognitions for Chicken Express employees of the month. The superintendent provided a report with updates on the upcoming fall break, the CHS drama department's play, the annual Thanksgiving lunch with parents, and the CHS FFA program's participation in the National FFA Convention and Expo. Additionally, Austin Clif was named a National Merit semi-finalist. The board discussed and took possible action regarding the guaranteed maximum price amendments for the safe room at Lincoln, the safe room at Grand, and the three high school renovation projects. The board also discussed and took possible action regarding the name of the daycare facility, ultimately deciding on Chickasha Public Schools Early Learning Center. The meeting concluded with a discussion regarding board meeting dates for the year 2026.

The meeting included discussions on adjuncting teachers, including Abera Alexander, Deanna Barry, Justin Croak, Miranda Moulder, and Tracy Williams, for various positions. The board also discussed and took possible action regarding the Teacher Empowerment Grant, including the addition of a lead teacher role. Revisions to board policies were addressed, covering topics such as non-discrimination, district administration, safety programs, health services, personnel policies, student policies, and the student code of conduct. The deregulation of Brandon Willis's plan period was discussed to allow him to continue the STEM program.