September 9, 2019 at 7:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting

Discussion:  Jessica Parker spoke to the board  about organizing a Parent Teacher Organization.  She explained that the PTO will operate under the existing PASS coalition in order to maintain the 501(c)3 status.  No action was required by the board on this agenda item.

 

Discussion:  The current membership report shows an enrollment of 1,228 students, which is an increase of 7 students over the end of last school year.  Mr. Chapman shared with the board that he and board member Larry Winn have been in communication several times concerning the dress code.  Mr. Winn shared his thoughts about the dress code with the board.  Mr. Chapman reported that the middle school roofing project is underway.  He also told board members teachers are excited about the new technology being purchased for faculty and students.  A request from Verizon has been received about the possibility of placing a cell phone tower on the northwest corner of the fair barn property.  It was the general consensus of the board to pursue the agreement with Verizon.  Graduation has been set for May 15, 2020 at 7 p.m.  Mr. Chapman said the year is off to a great start - students are performing well and there are a lot of positive things happening.  He also reviewed the transportation report and utilities summary with board members.  
 

Discussion:  Mrs. Boeckman reported for elementary.  Several businesses have made donations to the school.  Some of the items donated included car tags for the student pick-up line, school supplies and backpacks.  She expressed her appreciation to all those who donated.  The Leopard Nation Wellness Station has been a tremendous help to the elementary school.  Students who were chosen for the robotics activities are meeting two afternoons a week with Stacy Willis.  These students will eventually take part in competitions.  Mrs. Boeckman shared that six 5th grade students are members of the academic team.  Also, benchmark testing in reading has begun for all students in 1st through 3rd grade.  This testing is to determine if intervention is necessary.  The first early release was August 30th and Mrs. Boeckman said it went very well in elementary.  Teachers met and worked through a demonstration on their rotations in reading - it was time well spent for the faculty.

Discussion:  Mr. Ferguson was attending a football game.  Mr. Karpe shared the names of middle school students of the month.  He also mentioned the academic team has begun practice and that the middle school teachers appreciate all of the new technology.  Everyone is excited about the new roof and new entry for the middle school.

Discussion:  Mr. Karpe shared the names of high school students of month.  He also mentioned FCCLA is recruiting members and the FFA is doing well.  Students performed well at the Garvin County livestock show.  Mr. Karpe had written an article for the newpaper recently giving highlights of the new offerings in the high school this year.  The staff is trying hard to find ways to serve the needs of every student.

 

Discussion:  Mr. Chapman shared there were no changes in the plan.  This is a document that requires yearly approval.

Discussion:  Mr. Chapman told board members the high school building is not in the flood zone.  A list of buildings that are in the flood zone are part of the resolution from OSIG.  These buildings have no flood insurance.