June 23, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Byng Board of Education Regular Meeting
| Minutes | |
|---|---|
|
1. Call to order and roll call of members.
Discussion:
Others present were Kevin Wilson, Staci Capps, and Angie Hargus.
|
|
|
2. Reading and approval of the June 8, 2026 Regular Board Meeting minutes as presented.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
|
|
|
3. Consent Agenda
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
|
|
|
3.A. Take action on:
General Fund Purchase Order No. 1140-1177 with total expenditure of $37,849.99 Building Fund Purchase Order No. 114-117 with total expenditure of $9,073.45 All Change Orders. |
|
|
3.B. Take action on:
FY27 General Fund Purchase Order No. 1-50 with total expenditure of $636,627.46 FY27 Building Fund Purchase Order No. 1-26 with total expenditure of $429,920.00 |
|
|
3.C. Take action on the May investment report.
|
|
|
3.D. Take action to approve transfers within the activity fund.
|
|
|
3.E. Take action to approve new Activity Fund account for Byng Pom Team.
|
|
|
3.F. Approval of resolution to transcript Math, Science and Technology courses taught at Pontotoc Technology Center.
|
|
|
3.G. Take action on annual renewal of Procurement Plan for Child Nutrition for FY27.
|
|
|
4. Discussion and possible action on contractual agreement between Byng Public Schools and The Chickasaw Nation Early Childhood Program for FY27.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
|
|
|
5. Discussion and possible action to approve Interlocal Cooperative Agreement between Pontotoc County and Byng Public Schools for FY27.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
|
|
|
6. Discussion and possible action to approve School Wellness Policy.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
|
|
|
7. Discussion and possible action to update Policy COB-R
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
|
|
|
8. Discussion and possible action on resignation(s) received to date.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Darryl Hatcher - SpEd teacher
|
|
|
9. Vote to convene or not to convene into Executive Session to discuss employment of High School Girls Tennis Coach / High School Teacher, High School Special Education Teacher, Athletic Director Assistant, Three Paraprofessionals, Part-Time High School Assistant Cheer Coach, and Four Special Education Paraprofessionals for FY27. 25 O.S. §307(b)(1).
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
|
|
|
10. Acknowledge the board's return to open session.
|
|
|
11. Executive session minutes compliance announcement.
|
|
|
12. Take action on employment of High School Girls Tennis Coach / High School Teacher, High School Special Education Teacher, Athletic Director Assistant, Three Paraprofessionals, Part-Time High School Assistant Cheer Coach, and Four Special Education Paraprofessionals for FY27.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Noah Watkins - HS Girls Tennis Coach / HS Teacher
Ashlee Douglas - HS SpEd Teacher Faith Williams - AD Assistant Mersadee Simpson - Para Serenity Butler - Para Kathleen Nickell - Para Amy Tovar - Part Time Asst. Cheer Coach Shay Grove - SpEd Para Allison Melton - SpEd Para Shea Pogue - SpEd Para Miriam Green - SpEd Para |
|
|
13. Discussion and possible action to approve summer workers for FY26.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Preston Bush
Michael McGehee |
|
|
14. Discussion and possible action to approve stipend for Truly Golden.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
|
|
|
15. Discussion and possible action on proposed Master Teacher / District Teacher of the Year, Advanced Teacher Mentors, Curriculum and Professional Development Lead Teachers stipends for the 2026-27 school year.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Master Teacher / Teacher of the Year - $10,000
Advanced Teacher Mentors - $3,000 each Curriculum and PD Lead Teachers - $5,000 each |
|
|
16. Bond Report
Discussion:
Mr. Wilson reported that construction of the Safe Room/Band Building remains on schedule for completion by July 31, allowing occupancy for the 2026-27 school year. Drywall installation has been completed, and electrical work is nearing completion. At the Ag Building, tile installation and mill work are currently in progress. Mr. Wilson also noted that construction of the track and tennis complex has experienced delays, resulting in an adjusted project timeline.
|
|
|
17. Superintendent's Report
Discussion:
Mr. Wilson reported that plans for the new cafeteria are still being finalized. Mr. Wilson is also exploring options for replacing the auditorium's sound and lighting system. Additionally, he discussed the recently enacted recess law and its potential impact on future school calendars, noting that compliance could require the addition of instructional days without corresponding increases in employee compensation.
|
|
|
18. New Business.
Discussion:
No new business.
|
|
|
19. Vote to adjourn.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
|