Todd County School District 66-1

The board meeting included staff and student recognition for Teacher Appreciation Week. Discussion items focused on planning for upcoming calendar events, including a book study and adjustments to the middle school concert schedule. The board discussed a potential collaboration with Rose Building Products for facility improvements and approved the award of the middle school gym air conditioning project to the Creek Development Corporation. Additional business included the approval of the South Dakota Department of Education 2026-2027 plan, the professional staff educational association agreement, and the issuance of 2026-2027 professional staff contracts. A special meeting for evaluations was scheduled for May 27th, and the board entered into an executive session to conclude the meeting.

The board meeting included the recognition of a student for his achievements in medical assisting at the state leadership level and his upcoming participation in national competitions. The board adopted agenda changes, discussed upcoming schedules for board members, and coordinated attendance for graduation events. Additionally, the board approved out-of-state travel for the national HOSA conference and concluded the meeting by entering an executive session to discuss personnel matters.

The board meeting included staff recognition for the music department and a contribution to school counseling. The board reviewed updates on the eye clinic partnership, the upcoming summer program schedule, and various student events. Action items approved included the ASBSD protective trust benefits fund adoption and renewal, an overnight request for an archery tournament, and the continuous school improvement plan. Additionally, the board approved certified contracts, supplemental contracts, and a retention bonus for certified staff for the upcoming school year. The board also entered into an executive session.

The board meeting included the recognition of a staff member for their selection to a facilitator role for an Indigenous Education Symposium, along with awards and recognition for students who qualified for the state wrestling tournament. The superintendent provided reports on staff openings, summer professional development calendars, and upcoming negotiations. The board also reviewed an out-of-state trip request, discussed a plan for the surplus of district vehicles, and deliberated on the potential separation of the transportation department, ultimately deciding against adding administrative positions due to revenue constraints. A future district music performance was highlighted, and the board entered into an executive session for personnel matters.

The board meeting included a review of district-wide student achievements in music and wrestling, followed by a report on a recent legislative session in Pierre regarding education policies, including discussions on proposed cell phone bills and the importance of local school board control. The board also reviewed professional development survey summaries, discussed potential options for student photography services to address community concerns, and considered requests for overnight trips by student groups. Finally, the board conducted an executive session regarding personnel matters.