Enid Public Schools

The Board discussed and approved employee-student communication platforms, updated intra-district transfer and capacity numbers, and a District Financial Report. Additionally, the Board approved agreements for student information systems, eCollect services, and a school-based family services program with the Oklahoma Department of Human Services. Other actions included approving consent agenda items, adjunct instructor status, and personnel appointments following an executive session regarding employment, negotiations, and real property.

The Board of Education approved the hiring of Chris Elerick as the Assistant Athletic Director and Head Football Coach under a certified temporary contract for the 2025-2026 school year.

The board discussed and approved several key items, including the Enid Public Schools Teacher Empowerment Program plan for FY2026, intra-district transfer numbers, and a revised Gifted and Talented Plan. A significant Capital Project Agreement was approved with Northern Oklahoma College to jointly develop and construct an Athletic Training Education Center at Failing Field. Other actions included the approval of fiscal year 2026 encumbrances, fundraising requests, the disposal of surplus property, and board member elections for the Oklahoma Public School Investment Interlocal Cooperative. The board also reviewed the district's financial report for September 2025, approved an annual election resolution for board seats, and addressed personnel and property matters during an executive session. Additionally, the meeting included presentations on the Partners in Education (PIE) program and an Enid High School remediation and dropout report.

The board approved several key items, including updates to Student/Parent handbooks, intra-district transfer and capacity numbers, and the FY26 Personal Vacation Day Buy Back program. Members established the 2026 meeting schedule, extended a contract with Big Five for Carver Elementary, and authorized participation in the USDA Community Eligibility Provision program to provide free meals. Additionally, the board approved financial reports, security upgrades involving card readers and wearable panic devices, the selection of a construction manager, and the elimination of credit card user fees. The meeting also included an executive session regarding employment and real property, followed by the approval of personnel actions, adjunct instructor status, negotiated contracts for certified and support staff, and one-time supplemental pay.

The Board meeting included the approval of the school calendar for the 2026-2027 school year and a Memorandum of Agreement with Green Energy Solutions LLC for the conversion of school vehicles to compressed natural gas at no cost to the district. The board approved the replacement of Smartboards with interactive boards in elementary schools. Additionally, the district's financial report for October 2025 and the Fiscal Year 2026 budget were approved. Personnel appointments and various consent agenda items were also addressed, including policy updates and routine encumbrances.