Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Iola-Scandinavia School District.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Iola
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
579
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
5506840
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
2
Mascot
School mascot.
Thunderbirds
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
98.38
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Latest Budget Year
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Operating Budget
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Iola-Scandinavia School District
The board meeting addressed several key operational and policy matters. Discussions included public input on AI policy and technology access, as well as approvals for various fundraiser requests and donations. Administrative and committee reports provided updates on strategic plans, referendums, and departmental activities. Significant actions included approving cooperative team sponsorships for sports, authorizing international travel, implementing health insurance consortium plans, approving staff hiring, and authorizing the purchase of a handicap-accessible vehicle. Additionally, the board acted on multiple policy updates, including nondiscrimination and AI-related policies.
The committee meeting addressed various operational and strategic initiatives, including updates on the district's strategic planning and referendum status. Reports were provided on building and grounds maintenance, personnel updates concerning resignations and hiring, financial budget reviews, transportation, and curriculum developments such as course guide changes. Furthermore, the board reviewed legislative policy updates and discussed new items including a student field trip and a 2026-2027 school calendar adjustment.
The board meeting covered several key business items, including the approval of an asphalt maintenance quote from Fahrner. The board approved the hiring of three volunteer coaches for cross country and football. Updates were provided on the budget, and the board reviewed and approved the Seclusion and Restraint Report for the 2025-2026 school year. Additionally, the board approved resolutions authorizing the school district budget to exceed revenue limits for non-recurring purposes, as well as a resolution providing for a referendum election on that question. An overnight volleyball trip was also approved.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Track Iola-Scandinavia School District meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
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