Prairie Heights Community School District

The board meeting included the approval of the purchase of 3 buses for $205,602 from Midwest Transit, changes to the Anti-Idling Policy for school buses, and an amendment to the Compensation Guide for the Maintenance Department. Permission was granted for the Prairie Heights Softball Booster Club to seek donations for lighting at the High School softball field. A report was given on the approval of a high school waiver for a closure due to lack of water.

The board meeting included recognition of student accomplishments, approval of consent items (including payroll and claims), and action items such as setting the Drivers Education fee and approving the FFA program of activities. A report was given on HVAC systems, technology, staffing, and teacher evaluations. An executive session was held to discuss employee job performance.

The board meeting included recognition of German students who scored high on the AATG National test. Key discussion points included the first reading of administrative guidelines, bylaws, and policies; setting the last student day for the school year; approval of staffing recommendations for the upcoming school year; and amendment of the school calendar. Reports were given on a summer well project and a request for busing for swim lessons. An executive session was held to interview prospective employees.

The board meeting covered various topics, including the approval of administrative guidelines, bylaws, and policies; the first reading of Policy 3131; proposed field trips for 2012-2013; fundraisers for 2012-2013; middle and high school book rental fees for 2012-2013; student handbook changes; board meeting dates for July-December 2012; summer agricultural workers; lunch price increases; and a Common School Fund Loan for technology. A report on the Building Trades home was given, and the start time for the 2012-2013 school year was discussed for a later decision.

The board meeting covered several key topics, including board reorganization, which involved approving the continuation of current officers, the school corporation treasurer, the school board attorney, and committee appointments. The meeting also included approval of various consent items such as payroll and claims, and employment and resignation matters. Action items included approval of math textbooks, a resolution on pension neutralization, and the use of fireworks at a Christian concert. An executive session was held to discuss the job performance of an employee.