October 14, 2020 at 6:45 PM - Board of Education Regular meeting

Discussion:  Meeting was called to order at 6:45 p.m. by Mandy Hedges, President.  Others in attendance: Jeff Thompson, Superintendent, Terri Hopper, Principal, Vicki Harzman, Minutes Clerk, Trisha Thompson, Jill Syms, Megan Gilchrist, Emily Nail, Megan Spray, Monica Stephenson

Discussion:  Mr. Thompson, Superintendent, addressed the board members regarding wanting to schedule anymore training at this time.  All board members were good with training for now.  He thanked all the parents and staff for all the help and honesty re: Covid issues.  Things are in place to protect all students and staff, and at this time events will held and the public will be able to choose their protection.  The board was given an opportunity to ask questions, with no questions ask.  Financial reports were gone over and a more comprehensive budget report will be given next month.

Discussion: 
Mr.Thompson reported on the elementary school. Every class now has above 10 students for a total of 135 students. October 19th, 23rd, and 24th the 5th/6th grade will play in basketball tournament in Arnett, October 20th the 5th/6th grade and JH football will play Buffalo at 5:30 p.m., and October 22nd Pre-K thru 8th grade will be attending Kenny Farms.  Elementary basketball is starting up with parent involvement as coaches, and if you see Kendall Smith or Bill Fanning from Stock Exchange Bank please thank them for the donation of $2,100.00 to purchase new uniforms for the Elementary Basketball Program.
Mrs.Hopper reported that the high school has 43 students, Volleyball Regionals were the week before, Homecoming was a week of fun activities, Mr.Marlatt has been taking his Oklahoma History classes  to tour rural one room schools around the area, the FCCLA District Meeting was held virtually, BPA had virtual District meeting last week, and Academic team received 2nd place at District.  There will be a blood drive the 19th, and the gym floor has been redone.
Megan Gilchrist addressed the board regarding how well the volleyball season went.  Co-op with Taloga went well, record didn't reflect how well they did, and the girls overcame a lot of obstacles.  The Jr High did really well with no experience ending the season 8 and 3. She then thanked the board for letting her come in and coach. She thanked the community for their involvement, and the Booster Club for paying camp fees for volleyball and basketball. Emily Nail and Megan Spray then addressed the board thanking them for all they have done. They thanked the community for coming out and supporting them. They stated that basketball practices have been going well, they have a strong team bond, and strong leadership.

Discussion:  Mrs.Syms reported nothing new with Leadership team

Discussion:  Mr. Thompson went over and explained the Board of Education Election Resolution.  He gave dates the elections will be held, Board Member position on ballot, qualifications of candidates for office, voters eligible to vote and Ballot Titles. The Board of Education Election Resolution was accepted by the Woodward County Election Board, Legal Notice was put in newspaper with Affidavit of Publication received.
 

Discussion:  Mrs. Hopper reported that the State gave an option for SAT or ACT, and the choice was put out on an ap, but received no feedback. It was decided to go with ACT since it is the one used most in this area.

Discussion:  Mr. Thompson ask board members to be thinking about board meeting dates for January through December 2021.  This will be discussed and finalized at November Board Meeting.