Kirby School District 140

The meeting included the roll call, correspondence, public comment, recognition of newly hired staff, and financial reports. The expenditure, including payroll, imprest, accounts payable, and procurement cards was approved.

The meeting included presentations and discussions from various departments regarding their 2024-2025 District Goals with Outcomes and 2025-2026 District Goals and Objectives. The 2025-2026 Curriculum Review Cycle was presented, along with special education staff projections for the 2025-2026 school year, which included the addition of a RISE room at Prairie View. Updates were provided on preschool enrollment status for the 2024-2025 school year, the Extended School Year program, and the Summer Reading/Math Tutoring Program. Fringe benefits and salary guidelines for the 2025-2026 school year were reviewed, including the addition of School Security Officers to the salary guidelines. The maintenance and transportation overviews were presented, along with the technology overview, which included a proposal for a technology fee for each student. The board was not in agreement with the technology fee and would like to revisit this topic in January. The communications overview was also presented.

The meeting included discussions on registration updates, construction progress, and a review of the Parent Perception Survey results. The board adopted policy updates, a resolution to transfer monies from the Working Cash Fund to the Education Fund, and approved components of the Comprehensive Plan. Renewals for property/casualty, workers' compensation, school board legal liability, and cyber insurance were also approved. Additionally, several personnel items were approved on consent agenda.

The meeting included discussions on construction updates, MAP data, and the potential of joining SCOPE (South Cooperative Organization for Public Education). The board reviewed the construction progress at Fernway, the bidding process for the Helen Keller project, and MAP scores relative to national norms. Additionally, the board adopted Press Plus Policy Update Issue 118, which included new and updated Board of Education Policies, and a resolution to approve Letters of Credit/Demand Guarantees. The board also discussed personnel matters, including retirements, resignations, and new hires.

The meeting included recognition of middle school musicians, the Prairie View Declamation team, and K140 mathematicians for their achievements. The board also recognized retiring staff members for their service and dedication. Financial reports were presented, including the monthly expenditure consent agenda and the statement of revenue and expenditures. An update was given on the Helen Keller School project, board member training, registration, and the Kirby property. The board adopted Press Plus Policy Update Issue 118 and a resolution approving an intergovernmental agreement. They also accepted bid results for additions and renovations at Fernway Park School, as well as for asbestos abatement. Several personnel items were approved on consent agenda. The board then moved into a closed session to discuss personnel and collective bargaining matters.