Crowder School District 28

The board discussed and approved financial reports, warrants, and encumbrances for various school funds. Other key actions included approving agreements with OSAG and OSIG for property and school insurance, updating student transfer and capacity policies, and entering into an alternative education memorandum of understanding. The board also renewed a lease purchase agreement for office equipment, designated school personnel for various administrative and purchasing roles, and authorized a new VISA purchasing card. Following an executive session, the board approved several temporary employment contracts for teaching, paraprofessional, and custodial positions, appointed a new member to vacant School Board Seat #3, and accepted employee resignations.

The board approved various financial reports, including the activity fund and general fund encumbrances. The meeting included reports from the elementary and high school principals regarding student enrollment and upcoming events, as well as an update on the August conference from the superintendent. The board authorized membership and policy maintenance services with the Oklahoma State School Boards Association, approved an E-Rate resolution, and contracted for web hosting and parent communication services. During executive session, the board discussed personnel matters including reemployment of certified and support staff, new employment contracts, resignations, and the resignation of a board member. Following the session, the board took action to approve various personnel appointments, extra duty contracts, and accepted multiple resignations.

The board discussed and approved financial reports, activity fund reports, and general fund encumbrances. Administrative reports included student enrollment and updates on school activities. The board approved contracts for auditing services for the 2024-2025 school year, a license agreement for educational management software, therapy services for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, and canine detection services. Additionally, an updated student transfer policy was approved. During an executive session, the board discussed personnel matters including reemployment and various staff retirements, which were subsequently approved in open session. Finally, the board authorized the lease purchase of a new bus.

The Board of Education approved the engagement of Stephen H. McDonald & Associates, Inc. as the financial consultant for the school district. Additionally, the Board passed a resolution to authorize the calling and holding of a special election for the issuance of general obligation bonds.

The meeting agenda includes the administration of the Oath of Office, board reorganization, and a review of financial reports, warrants, and encumbrances. Key action items involve appointing a school treasurer, approving contracts for federal program management, drug and alcohol testing, and software lease agreements. The board will also address academic and vocational programming, including tech course approvals, certification of adjunct instructors, and a memorandum of understanding for transition services. Additionally, the board will deliberate on personnel matters, including a resignation and the employment of a high school principal and a special education teacher, alongside reviewing Indian policies and procedures.