September 14, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Byng Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Call to order and roll call of members.
Discussion:
Others present were Kevin Wilson, Staci Capps, Angie Hargus, and visitor Kelly Weirick.
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2. Reading and approval of the August 10, 2026 Regular Board Meeting minutes as presented.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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3. Discussion and possible action on Estimate of Needs for FY27.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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4. Consent Agenda
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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4.A. Take action on:
General Fund Purchase Order No. 309-478 with total expenditure of $222,089.01 Building Fund Purchase Order No. 40-55 with total expenditure of $58,460.38 Building Bond Fund Purchase Order No. 3-6 with total expenditure of $1,403,649.24 General Fund Payroll Purchase Order No. 50259-50279 with total expenditure of $78,593.88 All Change Orders. |
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4.B. Take action on the July investment report.
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4.C. Take action on the August investment report.
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4.D. Take action on out-of-state travel for High School Cross Country team to Fayetteville, Arkansas.
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4.E. Take action to approve Professional Development Committee for FY27.
Discussion:
Amy Graham, Angela Streater, Ann Helms, Carrie Boyd, Jessica Stettler, Laura Brown, Laura Presley, Logan Wall, Shari Taylor, Stefanie Baldwin, Trey Logsdon, Wyatt Shaw, and Staci Capps.
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4.F. Take action to approve Gifted Committee for FY27.
Discussion:
Elizabeth McDowell - Byng Elementary Parent
Tiffany Logsdon - Byng Jr. High Parent
Rhiannon Debrosky - Homer Elementary Parent
Dalila Stafford - Francis Counselor
Nikki Azlin - Homer Counselor
Carrie Boyd - Byng Elementary Counselor
Crystal Smith - Byng Junior High Counselor
Amy Shaw - Byng High School Counselor
Chris Elliott - Gifted Coordinator
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5. Discussion and possible action with regard to capacity limitations for student transfers.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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6. Discussion and possible action on Athletic Emergency Plan.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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7. Discussion and possible action on Chase Morris Sudden Cardiac Arrest Response Plan(s).
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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8. Discussion and possible action on hiring a public adjuster for cafeteria fire.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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9. Discussion and possible action on auditorium sound and lighting consulting contract.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10. Discussion and possible action on resignation(s) received to date.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Serenity Butler - paraprofessional
Jada Byrd - cafeteria Kathleen Clark - sped paraprofessional Shea Pogue - sped paraprofessional Mersadee Simpson - paraprofessional Cynthia Smith - cafeteria |
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11. Vote to convene or not to convene into Executive Session to discuss employment of Part-Time Graduate Assistant Soccer Coach, Two Cafeteria Employees, Two Paraprofessionals, Special Education Executive Assistant, Shawna Prater - Adjunct Elementary Education Teacher, and Jordan Espindola - 8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher for FY27. 25 O.S. §307(b)(1).
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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12. Acknowledge the board's return to open session.
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13. Executive session minutes compliance announcement.
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14. Take action on employment of Part-Time Graduate Assistant Soccer Coach, Two Cafeteria Employees, Two Paraprofessionals, Special Education Executive Assistant, Shawna Prater - Adjunct Elementary Education Teacher, and Jordan Espindola - 8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher for FY27.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Noah Nnochirionye - GA Soccer Coach
Anita Neal - Cafeteria Shawn Davis - Cafeteria Debrah Bittle - Paraprofessional Harli McKinney - Paraprofessional Myra Ragsdale - Special Ed Executive Asst. |
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15. Discussion and possible action to approve transportation personnel and contract salaries for FY27.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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16. Discussion and possible action to approve contract salaries for FY27.
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17. Discussion and possible action to approve Extended Day employee(s) for FY27.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Byng Elem: Ashley West, Shay Grove, and Jason Hasley
Francis: Cherie Barnes and Sarah Robertson Homer: Jolie Summers-Marcum, Venus Schultz, Cole Harrison, and Bryzen Templeman JH: Carissa Hasley |
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18. Discussion and possible action to approve advice givers for golf.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Lesli Barrett, Chris Kates, Megan Groves, and Jason Wilkerson.
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19. Discussion and possible action to approve Robotic / STREAM teachers for FY27.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Homer: Cortney Milligan, Elizabeth Jenkins, Suzan Beachamp, and Chris Elliott
Francis: Kayla and Isaiah Perry Byng Elem: Kelli Butler, Hollie Fuller, Calli Presley, Jessica Stettler, Chris Elliott, Becky Henderson, Kagan Neeley, and David Wilbanks. |
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20. Discussion and possible action to approve Academic Bowl sponsors for FY27.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
High School: Heath Pennington
Junior High: LuAnn Fuller Byng Elem: Emily Denney and Calli Presley |
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21. Discussion and possible action to approve payment of Oklahoma Paid Student Teaching Program stipend.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Angelica Bochus $1625.00
Ally Winton $1625.00 |
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22. Discussion and possible action to declare property as surplus and authorization to sell or dispose of surplus items.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Plasma Route CNC Machine 4x4 Table
Thermal Dynamics A40 Cutmaster Plasma Torch Mach 3 Loader Software Sheetcam & Artcam Software Windows 7 Computer Acer Model G206HL Computer Monitor |
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23. Maintenance Report
Discussion:
Mr. Wilson reported that the Maintenance Department has been working steadily to complete work orders as they are received. He also noted that there are currently no major maintenance issues throughout the district.
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24. Acknowledge payment of Lease Purchase Acquisition in the amount of $1,400,550.00 that was due September 1, 2026.
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25. Bond Report
Discussion:
Mr. Wilson shared the Bond Budget Overview with the Board. He reported that completion of the Band/Safe Room is currently waiting on doors to arrive from the factory. Once the doors are installed and the Fire Marshal completes the inspection, staff and students will be able to begin using the facilities. The Ag Building is projected to be completed by Fall Break. The track and tennis court surfaces are currently being painted. The sod on the soccer field continues to be an issue and is still being addressed.
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26. Superintendent's Report
Discussion:
Mr. Wilson informed the Board that the OSSBA Regional Meeting is scheduled for October 1st for those interested in attending. Student enrollment numbers were reported to be slightly lower than last year. Mr. Wilson also advised the Board that bids for the demolition of the cafeteria lost to the fire and removal of the resulting debris would be going out soon.
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27. New Business
Discussion:
No new business.
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28. Vote to adjourn.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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