Tea Area School District

The document pertains to a live stream of a Varsity Boys Basketball game between the T Area Titans and the Marshall Tigers on Senior Night 2026. Key discussions included the completion of sub-varsity games, the introduction of senior players for both teams, and extensive statistical and historical context regarding the two teams' seasons and past matchups. The commentators detailed the records, coaching staff, and starting lineups for both the T Area Titans and the Marshall Tigers, including notes on specific player plans for college or future careers.

The meeting included the approval of the agenda and announcements regarding student achievements, specifically celebrating a perfect score on the South Dakota math assessment. Student representatives provided updates on Career Day, the Build Dakota road show, theater productions (including upcoming musical auditions and a variety show), and the success of the state esports tournament where the League of Legends team became state champions. There was also a report on Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs), including the activities of Educators Rising and Skills USA members who visited the Capitol to meet with the Governor and legislators. The board recognized School Board Recognition Month. Business discussions involved the approval of financials and bills, personnel changes (resignations and new hires), board committee appointments for negotiations, teacher of the year, and standards of excellence. A motion was passed to designate KSB School Law as second legal counsel due to potential conflicts of interest. The administrative report included an update on student enrollment trends, noting a recent slight dip but an overall strong growth rate, and a discussion of building capacity across high school, middle school, and alternative learning centers.

The meeting included recognition of two students for perfect scores on the 2025 Spring SD Math/Science Assessment via the Titan Spotlight segment. Key actions involved approving the agenda and the consent agenda, which covered the minutes of the December 8, 2025, meeting, the December 2025 financial and payroll reports, and January 2026 claims. The Board also approved an invoice for exterior gym entrance lettering, with one member abstaining. New business included the acceptance of several resignations and retirements and the approval of new hires for transportation, administrative support, custodial, and food service positions. The Board set the date for the board election as June 2, 2026, following a legislative update. Administrative reports covered Special Education staffing updates and an ELL program overview. The Legislative Committee reported on 'Stand with Public Schools Day,' leading to a motion to move the February board meeting to February 16, 2026. The session concluded with an executive session regarding personnel matters.

The meeting commenced with the approval of the agenda and a section dedicated to 'Titan Spotlight,' recognizing students who achieved perfect scores on the Spring 2025 South Dakota Math and Science assessments. The administrative report focused on the December 1 child count for special education services. Preliminary data indicated a four-student decrease overall from the previous year, totaling 388 students receiving services, although there were increases in specific disability categories, notably Autism (Level 4). The report also noted an increase of three students in the birth-to-three prolonged assistants count. Financial discussions included motions to approve the consent agenda and a separate payment for Pride Neon, with one member abstaining from the latter. The board set the date for the 2026 school board election to coincide with the primary elections on June 2nd. The presentation also detailed trends in out-of-district placements, noting a slight decrease, and highlighted the importance of specialized internal programs like the autism and social-emotional/behavioral programs, as well as the use of a student needs calculator for staffing and budgetary decisions.

The meeting included reports from Titan Spotlight participants detailing vocal and band programs. Key actions involved the approval of the agenda, the financial and payroll reports for November 2025, and December 2025 claims. Business Manager presentations covered the 5-Year General Fund Plan for 2026-2031 and a growth and development report impacting enrollment projections. The board approved declaring a 2011 Chevy Minibus as surplus. Significant resolutions were passed authorizing the issuance of General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2026, and Limited Tax Capital Outlay Refunding Certificates, Series 2026, to refund outstanding bonds and certificates. In new business, the board accepted several resignations and retirements while approving new hires and a transfer. The 2026-2027 school calendar was approved. Discussions on board committees led to the sunsetting of several ad hoc committees and the renaming of another. A new Board Purpose Statement (Option 4) was adopted. Administrative reports included updates on the Angel Tree project success, the CSI Network of Improvers event, and a review of the Governor's budget proposal showing a 0% increase for K-12 funding. Board committee reports summarized activities from ASBSD Legislative Delegate Assembly, Finance, and Library committees. The meeting concluded with two executive sessions pertaining to personnel matters, including the Superintendent Evaluation.