USD 437 Olathe Public Schools, KS
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School district
School district statistics (NCES Common Core of Data; proficiency = EDFacts state-assessment range midpoints)
Enrollment28,590 students (2023)
Per-pupil spending$13,926 (FY2020)
Schools52 · 2,223 teachers (FTE) (2023)
Total revenue$503.8M (FY2020)
Reading proficiency45% (est. 2018)
Math proficiency42% (est. 2018)
Free/reduced lunch27% (2018)
Recent meetings
Mon Feb 17, 2025
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Board to discuss 2025-26 course fee changes for middle and high school
The USD 437 Board of Education will meet on February 17, 2025, to discuss proposed changes to course fees for the 2025-26 school year, affecting middle and high school classes. They will also consider consent items including payment of $5,091,320.01 in bills, personnel actions, and a donation from the Jay Shideler Elementary PTO. Action items include accepting the donation and approving job descriptions.
- Payment of bills totaling $5,091,320.01
- Proposed 2025-26 course fee changes: increases for Anatomy & Physiology ($11 to $20), Biotech Essentials ($25 to $50), Culinary Essentials ($45 to $55), new $5 fee for Strength & Conditioning, and adjustments at Washburn Rural Middle School
- Acceptance of a $31,373.79 donation from Jay Shideler Elementary PTO for courtyard work, with district contributing $5,166.10 in bond funds
- Approval of resignations, terminations, and new hires (both classified and certified) including 9 certified teachers starting 2025-26
- Update on WRHS Multipurpose Project and bond construction projects
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Monday, February 17, 2025
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
1. Open Forum
Subject
1.01 School Highlights
Meeting
Feb 17, 2025 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
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1. Open Forum
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Jay Shidler Elementary School Principal, Sandra Cromwell, will present two All-Star Awards and one Shining Star Award.
Taylor Lynch - Certified Staff
Vickie Burgess - Classified Staff
Kennedy Havay - Student
File Attachments
Subject
1.02 Public Comment
Meeting
Feb 17, 2025 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
The Board President will ask if there is anyone who wants to speak.
File Attachments
2. Opening Items
Subject
2.01 Roll Call
Meeting
Feb 17, 2025 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
The Board President will ask for the roll call of the Board members.
File Attachments
Subject
2.02 Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
Feb 17, 2025 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
The Board President will ask for approval of the agenda.
File Attachments
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Subject
3.01 Minutes of February 3, 2025
Meeting
Feb 17, 2025 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
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3. Disposition of Business by Consent …
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Mon Feb 3, 2025
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
USD 437 Board to consider new Pre AP English and Manufacturing curricula
The Board of Education will vote on adopting Pre AP English 1 and 2 frameworks and standards for new manufacturing welding courses. The meeting includes the approval of $1,344,047.68 in bills and updates on transportation and literacy requirements.
- Payment of bills totaling $1,344,047.68
- Proposal to transition Honors English 9 and 10 to Pre AP English 1 and 2 with a $3,000 resource request
- Approval of standards for Work Experience in Manufacturing and Work Experience in Manufacturing-Comprehensive
- Proposed consolidation of Inventory Associate and Warehouse Manager roles with a wage increase to $21.67-$34.00
- Discussion of moving the March 3, 2025 meeting to Pauline Central Elementary
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Monday, February 3, 2025
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
1. Open Forum
Subject
1.01 School Highlights
Meeting
Feb 3, 2025 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
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1. Open Forum
Type
Washburn Rural High School Principal Ed Raines will be presenting two All-Star Awards and one Shining Star Award.
File Attachments
Subject
1.02 Public Comment
Meeting
Feb 3, 2025 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
The Board President will ask if there is anyone who wants to speak.
File Attachments
2. Opening Items
Subject
2.01 Roll Call
Meeting
Feb 3, 2025 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
The Board President will ask for the roll call of the Board members.
File Attachments
Subject
2.02 Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
Feb 3, 2025 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
The Board President will ask for approval of the agenda.
File Attachments
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Subject
3.01 Minutes of January 21, 2025
Meeting
Feb 3, 2025 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Move the Board of Education approve the minutes for January 21, 2025.
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Tue Jan 21, 2025
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
USD 437 Board to review new course proposals and approve $17.3 million in bills
The Board of Education will discuss transitioning Honors English 9 and 10 to a Pre AP framework and adding three new CTE courses for the 2025-2026 school year. The body is also tasked with approving personnel changes and significant bill payments.
- Approval of bills for Jan 6 ($11,548,161.00) and Jan 21 ($5,795,487.39)
- Proposed transition of Honors English 9 and 10 to Pre AP English 1 and 2 with a $3,000 resource request
- Proposed new CTE courses: Natural Resource Management, Work Experience in Manufacturing, and Work Experience in Manufacturing - Comprehensive
- Approval of WRHS Jazz Band trip to Tulsa, OK
- Approval of new certified hires for the 25-26 school year including a Library Media Specialist and Instructional Facilitator
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Tuesday, January 21, 2025
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
1. Open Forum
Subject
1.01 School Highlights
Meeting
Jan 21, 2025 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
File Attachments
Subject
1.02 Public Comment
Meeting
Jan 21, 2025 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
The Board President will ask if there is anyone who wants to speak.
File Attachments
2. Opening Items
Subject
2.01 Roll Call
Meeting
Jan 21, 2025 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
The Board President will ask for the roll call of the Board members.
File Attachments
Subject
2.02 Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
Jan 21, 2025 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
The Board President will ask for approval of the agenda.
File Attachments
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Subject
3.01 Minutes of December 16, 2024
Meeting
Jan 21, 2025 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Move the Board of Education approve the minutes for December 16, 2024.
The minutes from December 16, 2024 are attached. The January 6, 2025, meeting was canceled due to inclement weat …
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Mon Jan 6, 2025
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m. CANCELLED BECAUSE of INCLEMENT WEATHER - BOE will meet at next regularly scheduled meeting on Jan. 21, 2025
USD 437 Board of Education meeting for Jan. 6 cancelled
The meeting scheduled for January 6, 2025, was cancelled due to inclement weather. The Board of Education will meet next on January 21, 2025.
- Payment of bills in the amount of $11,548,161.00
- 2025-2026 MS 7th and 8th Grade Curriculum Proposals
- WRHS Jazz Band trip to Tulsa, OK
- Job descriptions for WRHS Athletic Secretary, WRHS Department Head, and Nurse Department Head
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Monday, January 6, 2025
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m. CANCELLED BECAUSE of INCLEMENT WEATHER - BOE will meet at next regularly scheduled meeting on Jan. 21, 2025
1. Open Forum
Subject
1.01 School Highlights
Meeting
Jan 6, 2025 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m. CANCELLED BECAUSE of INCLEMENT WEATHER - BOE will meet at next regularly scheduled meeting on Jan. 21, 2025
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
Two All-Star Staff recognitions and one Student Shining Star recognition will be presented by Pauline Central Principal Debbie Williams.
File Attachments
Subject
1.02 Public Comment
Meeting
Jan 6, 2025 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m. CANCELLED BECAUSE of INCLEMENT WEATHER - BOE will meet at next regularly scheduled meeting on Jan. 21, 2025
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
The Board President will ask if there is anyone who wants to speak.
File Attachments
2. Opening Items
Subject
2.01 Roll Call
Meeting
Jan 6, 2025 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m. CANCELLED BECAUSE of INCLEMENT WEATHER - BOE will meet at next regularly scheduled meeting on Jan. 21, 2025
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
The Board President will ask for the roll call of the Board members.
File Attachments
Subject
2.02 Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
Jan 6, 2025 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m. CANCELLED BECAUSE of INCLEMEN …
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Mon Dec 16, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Board to vote on $684,621 elementary ELA curriculum adoption
The board will vote on approving $684,621 for elementary ELA curriculum materials. Other action items include the 2025-2026 school calendar, 6th grade curriculum proposals, and board subcommittee assignments. Discussion items include a first read of 7th/8th grade curriculum proposals and a request for a Washburn Rural High School jazz band trip to Tulsa. The board will also approve routine consent items including $5,385,108.77 in bills and several personnel changes.
- Approve $684,621 for elementary English Language Arts curriculum materials
- Approve $5,385,108.77 in total bills
- Approve 2025-2026 school calendar
- Final read and approval of 6th grade curriculum proposals
- First read of 7th/8th grade curriculum proposals and WRHS Jazz Band trip to Tulsa
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Monday, December 16, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
1. Open Forum
Subject
1.01 School Highlights
Meeting
Dec 16, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
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1. Open Forum
Type
Loralea Hubert, Director of Early Childhood, will recognize the Parents as Teachers program for a recent amazing recognition of their program; a Blue Ribbon Endorsement.
File Attachments
Subject
1.02 Public Comment
Meeting
Dec 16, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
The Board President will ask if there is anyone who wants to speak.
File Attachments
2. Opening Items
Subject
2.01 Roll Call
Meeting
Dec 16, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
The Board President will ask for the roll call of the Board members.
File Attachments
Subject
2.02 Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
Dec 16, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
The Board President will ask for approval of the agenda.
File Attachments
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Subject
3.01 Minutes of December 2, 2024
Meeting
Dec 16, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Move the Boar …
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Mon Dec 2, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Board to discuss $684K ELA curriculum adoption, approve $3.2M bills
This meeting includes approval of bills ($3,216,881.43), personnel changes, and final reads for new high school courses. The board will discuss the proposed adoption of a K-5 ELA curriculum costing $684,621, to be voted on Dec 16, and review 6th grade course proposals and the 2025-2026 school calendar. Public comment and school highlights are also scheduled.
- Approve payment of bills totaling $3,216,881.43
- Discuss elementary ELA curriculum adoption with $684,621 quote
- Final read to approve Horticulture, Floriculture, and Greenhouse Management standards
- Final read to approve Forensic Science II standards
- Discuss 2025-2026 school calendar draft
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Monday, December 2, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
1. Open Forum
Subject
1.01 School Highlights
Meeting
Dec 2, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
Melissa Wells-Martin will present All-Star/Shining Star recognitions to the following individuals:
Classified Staff – Rachel Seitz (Nurse)
Certified Staff – Rachel Dial (Library)
Student – Camden Spangler
File Attachments
Subject
1.02 Public Comment
Meeting
Dec 2, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
The Board President will ask if there is anyone who wants to speak.
File Attachments
2. Opening Items
Subject
2.01 Roll Call
Meeting
Dec 2, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
The Board President will ask for the roll call of the Board members.
File Attachments
Subject
2.02 Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
Dec 2, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
The Board President will ask for approval of the agenda.
File Attachments
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Subject
3.01 Minutes of November 18, 2024
Meeting
Dec 2, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
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3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Type
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Mon Nov 18, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Board to vote on $6.5M guaranteed max price for Indian Hills Elementary construction
The board will consider approving a Guaranteed Maximum Price of $6,517,582 for the Indian Hills Elementary bond construction project, plus alternates totaling over $7.3M. It will also discuss new high school curriculum proposals including Horticulture, Forensic Science II, and Contemporary Math. Other action items include approval of a memorandum of understanding with Midwest Homes, updates to board policy IF, and legislative positions. The meeting includes consent items such as bill payments of $9.2M, personnel changes, and a music department trip to Orlando.
- Approve GMP of $6,517,582 for Indian Hills Elementary bond project (total master budget $7,342,985)
- Approve payment of bills totaling $9,206,674.34
- Accept $10K donation for WRHS Ernie & Mary Mosher Scholarship
- Discuss MOU and Hold Harmless Agreement with Midwest Homes
- First read of new HS curriculum proposals: Horticulture, Forensic Science II, Contemporary Math
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Monday, November 18, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
1. Open Forum
Subject
1.01 School Highlights
Meeting
Nov 18, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
File Attachments
Subject
1.02 Public Comment
Meeting
Nov 18, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
The Board President will ask if there is anyone who wants to speak.
File Attachments
2. Opening Items
Subject
2.01 Roll Call
Meeting
Nov 18, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
The Board President will ask for the roll call of the Board members.
File Attachments
Subject
2.02 Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
Nov 18, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
The Board President will ask for approval of the agenda.
File Attachments
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Subject
3.01 Minutes of November 4, 2024
Meeting
Nov 18, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Move the Board of Education approve the minutes for November 4, 2024.
File Attachments
BOE Minutes 11.4.24.pdf (185 KB)
Subject
3.02 Total Bills
Meeting
Nov …
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Mon Nov 4, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
USD 437 Board considers $3.29 million for Jay Shideler Elementary construction
The Board of Education is meeting to approve construction funding for Jay Shideler Elementary and payment of bills totaling $1,745,050.20. Members will also discuss a proposed 2026 music department trip to Orlando and updates to textbook and instructional material policies.
- Approval of $3,293,537 Guaranteed Maximum Price for Jay Shideler bond construction project
- Payment of bills in the amount of $1,745,050.20
- First read of proposed WRHS Music department trip to Orlando, Florida in March 2026
- Proposed policy update (IF) regarding textbook and instructional materials challenge processes
- Review of five job descriptions including Dean of Students and Dean of Special Services
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Monday, November 4, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
1. Open Forum
Subject
1.01 School Highlights
Meeting
Nov 4, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
Congratulations to Washburn Rural High School for receiving the Unified Champion School Banner Distinction.
File Attachments
Subject
1.02 Public Comment
Meeting
Nov 4, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
The Board President will ask if there is anyone who wants to speak.
File Attachments
2. Opening Items
Subject
2.01 Roll Call
Meeting
Nov 4, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
The Board President will ask for the roll call of the Board members.
File Attachments
Subject
2.02 Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
Nov 4, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
The Board President will ask for approval of the agenda.
File Attachments
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Subject
3.01 Minutes of October 21, 2024
Meeting
Nov 4, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Move the Board of Education approve the minutes for October 21, 2024.
File Atta …
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Mon Oct 21, 2024
437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Board to vote on filling vacant at-large seat, approve $9.5M bills
The board will consider appointing a new at-large member to fill a vacancy, approve nearly $9.55 million in bills, and act on a slate of classified and certified personnel changes. Discussion items include a draft of the district's 2024-25 legislative positions and a policy update on compensation and work assignments. The meeting also includes executive sessions on personnel, budget, and student matters.
- Board action to fill vacant at-large seat (6.01)
- Approval of bills totaling $9,545,160.48
- New classified hires: Zachary Bowser, Adrian Carlson, Giselle Delgado Gastelum, and 8 others
- Resignations of four classified staff (Ron Barker, Shantel Barnett, Nicole Cox, Sue Hicks) and termination of custodian Jordon Tetuan
- Discussion of draft 2024-25 legislative positions jointly created by Shawnee County school districts
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Monday, October 21, 2024
437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
1. Open Forum
Subject
1.01 Public Comment
Meeting
Oct 21, 2024 - 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
The Board President will ask if there is anyone who wants to speak.
File Attachments
2. Opening Items
Subject
2.01 Roll Call
Meeting
Oct 21, 2024 - 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
The Board President will ask for the roll call of the Board members.
File Attachments
Subject
2.02 Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
Oct 21, 2024 - 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
The Board President will ask for approval of the agenda.
File Attachments
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Subject
3.01 Minutes of October 7, 2024
Meeting
Oct 21, 2024 - 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Move the Board of Education approve the minutes for October 7, 2024.
File Attachments
BOE Minutes 10-7-24.pdf (196 KB)
Subject
3.02 Total Bills
Meeting
Oct 21, 2024 - 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Move the Board of Education approve the payment of b …
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Mon Oct 14, 2024
Special USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 pm
School board interviews 11 candidates for at-large vacancy
The USD 437 Board of Education is holding a special meeting to interview 11 candidates for an at-large board member vacancy. Candidates will each be interviewed in 15-minute slots. The board will also handle procedural items such as roll call and agenda approval.
- Interviews for Board Member At-Large Vacancy with 11 candidates including Joseph Blackwell, Melissa Briggs, Ty Dragoo, and others
- Candidate interview schedule from 6:30 pm to 9:05 pm with a break at 7:45 pm
- Procedural approval of the agenda and adjournment
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Monday, October 14, 2024
Special USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 pm
1. Opening Items
Subject
1.01 Roll Call
Meeting
Oct 14, 2024 - Special USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 pm
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
The Board President will ask for the roll call of the Board Members.
File Attachments
Subject
1.02 Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
Oct 14, 2024 - Special USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 pm
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Action, Procedural
The Board President will ask for approval of the agenda.
File Attachments
2. Items for Discussion
Subject
2.01 Board of Education Interviews for Board Member At-Large Vacancy
Meeting
Oct 14, 2024 - Special USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 pm
Category
2. Items for Discussion
Type
Information, Procedural
At-Large Candidates and Interview Times:
6:30 - 6:45 pm Joseph Blackwell
6:45 - 7:00 pm Melissa Briggs
7:00 - 7:15 pm Ty Dragoo
7:15 - 7:30 pm ShaNoah Emory
7:30 - 7:45 pm Richard Lewallen
7:45 - 7:50 pm Break
7:50 - 8:05 pm Patrick Mitchell
8:05 - 8:20 pm Kristin Robertson
8:20 - 8:35 pm Sheena Schmidt
8:35 - 8:50 pm Blake Sutton
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Mon Oct 7, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
USD 437 Board to vote on $8.59 million in bill payments
The Board of Education will consider approving over $8.5 million in bills and the hiring of 1.5 additional early childhood paraeducators. The board is also deciding on a new logo for Washburn Rural North and scheduling interviews for a vacant At-Large Board seat.
- Payment of bills in the amount of $8,593,069.79
- Hiring of 1.5 FTE additional paraeducators for the early childhood program
- Approval of the Washburn Rural North Logo
- Approval of $154.69 for IB/AP Film Studies films
- Special meeting on October 14, 2024, to interview candidates for the vacant At-Large Board seat
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Monday, October 7, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
1. Open Forum
Subject
1.01 School Highlights
Meeting
Oct 7, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
Indian Hill's principal, Chelsea Schmidtlein, will celebrate the following staff members and student.
Michelle Litton - Certified Staff member (3rd Grade Teacher)
Anna Dulan - Classified Staff member (Head Custodian)
Avery Goeden - 5th Grade Student
File Attachments
Subject
1.02 Public Comment
Meeting
Oct 7, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
The Board President will ask if there is anyone who wants to speak.
File Attachments
2. Opening Items
Subject
2.01 Roll Call
Meeting
Oct 7, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
The Board President will ask for the roll call of the Board members.
File Attachments
Subject
2.02 Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
Oct 7, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
The Board President will ask for approval of the agenda.
File Attachments
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Subject
3.01 Minutes of September 16, 2024
Meeting
Oct 7, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
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Mon Sep 16, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Board to vote on 2024-25 budget with 57.327 mill levy and 33% local option budget
The board will hold a public hearing on the 2024-25 budget and then vote on its approval with a mill levy of 57.327 and a 33% local option budget. Consent items include approving $5,758,295.52 in bills and several personnel changes. Discussion items include a first reading of proposed films for IB/AP Film Studies. The board will also go into executive session for personnel, budget negotiations, and student matters.
- Approve FY 2024-25 budget with mill levy of 57.327 and local option budget at 33%
- Approve payment of bills totaling $5,758,295.52
- Approve classified resignations (8) and retirements (1) and new classified hires (8)
- First read of proposed film list for IB/AP Film Studies course (purchase cost $154.69)
- Executive sessions for personnel, employer-employee negotiations, and student matters
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Monday, September 16, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
1. Open Forum
Subject
1.01 2024-2025 Budget Hearing
Meeting
Sep 16, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
Board President will ask if anyone in the audience would like to speak during the 2024-25 Budget Hearing.
File Attachments
Subject
1.02 Public Comment
Meeting
Sep 16, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
The Board President will ask if there is anyone who wants to speak.
File Attachments
2. Opening Items
Subject
2.01 Roll Call
Meeting
Sep 16, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
The Board President will ask for the roll call of the Board members.
File Attachments
Subject
2.02 Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
Sep 16, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
The Board President will ask for approval of the agenda.
File Attachments
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Subject
3.01 Minutes of September 3, 2024
Meeting
Sep 16, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Move the Board of Education approve the minutes for September 3 …
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Tue Sep 3, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
USD 437 Board to vote on Revenue Neutral Rate and $14.3 million in bills
The Board of Education will hold a hearing and roll call vote on the Revenue Neutral Rate. Members are also deciding on the purchase of English Language Arts novels and the publication of a notice for a budget hearing scheduled for September 16, 2024.
- Payment of bills in the amount of $14,321,772.12
- Purchase of ELA novels (Clay Marble, Mango-Shaped Space, and The Hunger Games) for $8,440
- Roll call vote on the Revenue Neutral Rate Resolution
- Approval of publication for the FY 2024-2025 budget hearing notice
- Discussion of Board Policy GAOE regarding Workers Compensation updates
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Tuesday, September 3, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
1. Open Forum
Subject
1.01 Revenue Neutral Rate and Roll Call Vote
Meeting
Sep 3, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
Discussion
President Bryan Smith will ask if anyone is present to speak about the Revenue Neutral Rate. Following the hearing, a roll call vote will be taken.
File Attachments
Revenue Neutral Rate Resolution.pdf (381 KB)
Subject
1.02 School Highlights for Wanamaker Elementary
Meeting
Sep 3, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
Marc Sonderegger will be present to highlight events at Wanamaker Elementary and recognize staff.
Julie Beck - Certified Staff Member
Laurel Pounds - Classified Staff Member
Haven Silsby - Student
File Attachments
Subject
1.03 Public Comment
Meeting
Sep 3, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
The Board President will ask if there is anyone who wants to speak.
File Attachments
2. Opening Items
Subject
2.01 Roll Call
Meeting
Sep 3, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
The Board President will ask for the roll call of the Board members.
File Attachments
Subject
2.02 Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
Sep 3, 202 …
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Mon Aug 19, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Board to vote on staff salary increases, negotiated agreements for 2024-26
This meeting includes action on the 2024-25 and 2025-26 negotiated agreement covering teacher salaries and terms, as well as salary increases for classified, support, and administrative staff. The board will also consider publishing a revenue neutral rate hearing, approving a building needs assessment, and increasing substitute teacher pay. Discussion items include updates on strategic planning, bond construction, and a first read on adding three novels to ELA curriculum (Clay Marble, Mango-Shaped Space, The Hunger Games) at a cost of $8,440. Consent agenda includes payment of bills totaling $1,050,359.70 and personnel actions.
- Payment of bills in amount of $1,050,359.70
- Proposed addition of three novels to ELA curriculum (Clay Marble, Mango-Shaped Space, The Hunger Games) with $8,440 instructional materials cost
- Vote on 2024-25 & 2025-26 negotiated agreement and salary increases for all staff groups
- Approval of building needs assessment for 2024-2025
- Publication of revenue neutral rate hearing date (September 3, 2024)
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Monday, August 19, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
1. Open Forum
Subject
1.01 Public Comment
Meeting
Aug 19, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
The Board President will ask if anyone signed up to speak.
File Attachments
2. Opening Items
Subject
2.01 Roll Call
Meeting
Aug 19, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
The Board President will ask for the roll call of the Board members.
File Attachments
Subject
2.02 Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
Aug 19, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
The Board President will ask for approval of the agenda.
File Attachments
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Subject
3.01 Minutes of August 5, 2024
Meeting
Aug 19, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Move the Board of Education approve the minutes for August 5, 2024.
File Attachments
BOE Minutes 8-5-24.pdf (190 KB)
Subject
3.02 Total Bills
Meeting
Aug 19, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Move the Board of Education approve the p …
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Mon Aug 5, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Board to discuss building needs assessment and substitute teacher pay rates
The USD 437 Board of Education will approve a consent agenda including $1,066,763.84 in bills and multiple personnel changes. Discussion items include the annual building needs assessment to inform fiscal priorities and a first read on substitute teacher pay rates. Action items include filling a vacant 2B board seat and approving the 24-25 administrator handbook and several board policies. The board will also enter executive session for personnel, budget, student, and real property matters.
- Approval of bills totaling $1,066,763.84
- 10 classified resignations and 1 termination listed
- 22 new classified hires and 2 transfers listed
- Building needs assessment report and discussion for 2024-2025 budget
- First read of substitute teacher rates of pay
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Monday, August 5, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
1. Open Forum
Subject
1.01 Public Comment
Meeting
Aug 5, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
The Board President will ask if there is anyone who wants to speak.
File Attachments
2. Opening Items
Subject
2.01 Roll Call
Meeting
Aug 5, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
The Board President will ask for the roll call of the Board members.
File Attachments
Subject
2.02 Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
Aug 5, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
The Board President will ask for approval of the agenda.
File Attachments
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Subject
3.01 Minutes of July 22, 2024
Meeting
Aug 5, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Move the Board of Education approve the minutes for July 22, 2024.
File Attachments
BOE Minutes 7_22_24.pdf (188 KB)
Subject
3.02 Total Bills
Meeting
Aug 5, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Move the Board of Education approve the …
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Mon Jul 29, 2024
Special USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 pm
Board to interview candidates for vacant Position 2B
The USD 437 Board of Education is holding a special meeting to interview candidates for the Position 2B vacancy on the board. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Interviews for Board of Education Position 2B vacancy
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Monday, July 29, 2024
Special USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 pm
1. Opening Items
Subject
1.01 Roll Call
Meeting
Jul 29, 2024 - Special USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 pm
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
The Board President will ask for the roll call of the Board Members.
File Attachments
Subject
1.02 Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
Jul 29, 2024 - Special USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 pm
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Action, Procedural
The Board President will ask for approval of the agenda.
File Attachments
2. Items for Discussion
Subject
2.01 Board of Education Interviews for Position 2B Vacancy
Meeting
Jul 29, 2024 - Special USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 pm
Category
2. Items for Discussion
Type
Information, Procedural
File Attachments
3. Adjournment
Subject
3.01 Motion to Adjourn
Meeting
Jul 29, 2024 - Special USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 pm
Category
3. Adjournment
Type
Action
Recommended Action
The Board President will ask for a motion to adjourn the meeting.
File Attachments
Mon Jul 22, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
USD 437 Board considers $6.1 million for Washburn Rural Middle School project
The Board of Education will vote on a guaranteed maximum price for the next phase of construction at Washburn Rural Middle School. The meeting also includes personnel approvals, a review of board policy updates, and an interview for a vacant board seat.
- Approval of $6,106,510.00 for the next phase of work at WRMS
- Payment of bills totaling $9,226,162.54
- First read of board policy updates regarding consultants, executive sessions, truancy, and student activities
- Public interview of a candidate for the District B board vacancy
- Presentation of the 2025-2027 Neighborhood Revitalization Plan boundaries by the City of Topeka
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Monday, July 22, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
1. Open Forum
Subject
1.01 School Highlights
Meeting
Jul 22, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
Recognition will be given to bus drivers who qualified to compete in the National Bus Driver Competition and to members of our warehouse staff for going above and beyond the call of duty this summer.
File Attachments
Subject
1.02 Public Comment
Meeting
Jul 22, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
The Board President will ask if there is anyone who wants to speak.
File Attachments
2. Opening Items
Subject
2.01 Roll Call
Meeting
Jul 22, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
The Board President will ask for the roll call of the Board members.
File Attachments
Subject
2.02 Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
Jul 22, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
The Board President will ask for approval of the agenda.
File Attachments
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Subject
3.01 Minutes of July 8, 2024
Meeting
Jul 22, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended …
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Mon Jul 8, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Organizational Meeting 6:30 p.m.
USD 437 Board holds annual organizational meeting to elect officers
The Board of Education is conducting its annual organizational meeting to elect a President and Vice President. The agenda also includes appointing clerks, treasurers, and legal counsel for the upcoming year. Additionally, the board will establish the 2024-2025 meeting schedule and designate official bank depositories.
- Election of Board President and Vice President
- Appointment of Rachelle Heydt as Clerk and Brett Bauer as Treasurer
- Designation of Silver Lake Bank as primary depository
- Appointment of Leslie M. Miller (Stevens & Brand LLP) as Board Attorney at $225/hour
- Establishment of petty cash funds up to $1,500
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Monday, July 8, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Organizational Meeting 6:30 p.m.
1. Open Forum
Subject
1.01 Public Comment
Meeting
Jul 8, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Organizational Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
The Board President will ask if there is anyone who wants to speak.
File Attachments
2. Opening Items
Subject
2.01 Roll Call
Meeting
Jul 8, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Organizational Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
The Board President will ask for the roll call of the Board members.
File Attachments
Subject
2.02 Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
Jul 8, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Organizational Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
The Board President will ask for approval of the agenda.
File Attachments
Subject
2.03 Organization of the Board - Election of Board President
Meeting
Jul 8, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Organizational Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Move_____________________ be elected Board of Education President.
In accordance with state statute, at the first meeting of the Board of Education in July of each year, the Board shall elect a President, who shall be a member of the Board, to serve for a term of one year and until a successor is elected and qualified.
File A …
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Thu Jun 27, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
USD 437 Board to approve $17 million in bills and year-end budget transfers
The USD 437 Board of Education will vote on year-end budget transfers and additional special education staffing. The meeting includes reviews of student handbooks for Tallgrass Learning Center and elementary schools. The board is also scheduled to approve bill payments totaling over $17 million.
- Bill payments totaling $17,130,225.97
- Final budget transfers
- Tallgrass Student Handbook first read
- Additional Special Education staffing requests
- Elementary Student Handbook 24-25 final read
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Thursday, June 27, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
1. Open Forum
Subject
1.01 Public Comment
Meeting
Jun 27, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
The Board President will ask if there is anyone who wants to speak.
File Attachments
2. Opening Items
Subject
2.01 Roll Call
Meeting
Jun 27, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
The Board President will ask for the roll call of the Board members.
File Attachments
Subject
2.02 Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
Jun 27, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
The Board President will ask for approval of the agenda.
File Attachments
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Subject
3.01 Minutes of June 17, 2024
Meeting
Jun 27, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Move the Board of Education approve the minutes for June 17, 2024.
File Attachments
BOE Minutes 6.17.24.pdf (165 KB)
Subject
3.02 Total Bills
Meeting
Jun 27, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Move the Board of Education appro …
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Mon Jun 17, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
USD 437 Board discusses insurance renewals and special education staffing
The Board of Education will discuss insurance premium increases and the hiring of three new special education positions for the 2024-2025 school year. Members will also consider approving $13,424.91 for specialized social studies curriculum resources. Additionally, the board will conduct a first read of the 2024-2025 Elementary Student Handbook.
- Approval of bills totaling $5,771,859.89
- Discussion of property and casualty insurance increases
- Proposal for three new special education staff positions
- Approval of $13,424.91 for social studies curriculum resources
- First read of the 2024-2025 Elementary Student Handbook
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Monday, June 17, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
1. Open Forum
Subject
1.01 Public Comment
Meeting
Jun 17, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
The Board President will ask if there is anyone who wants to speak.
File Attachments
2. Opening Items
Subject
2.01 Roll Call
Meeting
Jun 17, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
The Board President will ask for the roll call of the Board members.
File Attachments
Subject
2.02 Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
Jun 17, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
The Board President will ask for approval of the agenda.
File Attachments
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Subject
3.01 Minutes of June 3, 2024
Meeting
Jun 17, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Move the Board of Education approve the minutes for June 3, 2024.
File Attachments
BOE Minutes 6.3.24.pdf (185 KB)
Subject
3.02 Total Bills
Meeting
Jun 17, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Move the Board of Education approve th …
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Mon Jun 3, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
USD 437 Board reviews social studies curriculum and $7.3 million in bills
The USD 437 Board of Education will conduct a first read of specialized social studies curriculum resources for AP and IB courses. The board is also scheduled to approve $7,357,432.99 in total bills. Other items include reviewing student handbooks and approving personnel changes.
- Approval of $7,357,432.99 in total bills
- First read of social studies curriculum resources costing $13,424.91
- Final read of 2024-25 WRMS Student Handbook
- Disposal of obsolete and surplus equipment
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Monday, June 3, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
1. Open Forum
Subject
1.01 School Highlights
Meeting
Jun 3, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
Pauline South Chris Homan will recognize two Pauline South staff members and one student.
Dr. Kathleen Lane, University of Kansas presents the Whelan Kansas Leadership for Learning Award for the Ci3T implementation at Pauline Central and Pauline South. Award will be received by Mrs. Williams and Mr. Holman.
File Attachments
Subject
1.02 Public Comment
Meeting
Jun 3, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
The Board President will ask if there is anyone who wants to speak.
File Attachments
2. Opening Items
Subject
2.01 Roll Call
Meeting
Jun 3, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
The Board President will ask for the roll call of the Board members.
File Attachments
Subject
2.02 Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
Jun 3, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
The Board President will ask for approval of the agenda.
File Attachments
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Subject
3.01 Minutes of May 20, 2024 …
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Mon May 20, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Board to approve $4M in bills, new hires, and policy updates
The USD 437 Board of Education will consider consent agenda items including approving $4,033,407.09 in bills, accepting resignations and retirements, hiring new certified and classified staff, and approving meeting dates. They will also discuss first reads of the WRMS student handbook, capital outlay recommendations, and an Early Childhood Head Secretary position, followed by final reads of the classified and WRHS handbooks and an updated KG policy. The meeting includes public comment, reports on bond construction and middle school programming, and executive sessions for personnel, budget, students, and property.
- Approve payment of bills totaling $4,033,407.09
- Approve new certified hires including teachers and a Director of Orchestras
- Approve classified resignations and retirements, including a bus driver retirement
- Discuss 2024-25 capital outlay recommendations for facilities and equipment
- Approve updated KG policy on use of school facilities, grounds, and equipment
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Monday, May 20, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
1. Open Forum
Subject
1.01 School Highlights
Meeting
May 20, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
WRHS Social Worker, Mr. Swedlund, will thank the Board of Education for allowing Mordicai (Mordy), the KSDS Assistance puppy, to accompany him and therapy dog Sugar at WRHS this year for the purpose of training.
Lindsey Dowell, WRMS gifted teacher, will recognize this year's History Day National Qualifiers.
File Attachments
Subject
1.02 Public Comment
Meeting
May 20, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
The Board President will ask if there is anyone who wants to speak.
File Attachments
2. Opening Items
Subject
2.01 Roll Call
Meeting
May 20, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
The Board President will ask for the roll call of the Board members.
File Attachments
Subject
2.02 Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
May 20, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
The Board President will ask for approval of the agenda.
File Attachments
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Subject
3.01 Min …
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Mon May 6, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Olathe school board to vote on naming new middle school, approve $12.7M in bills
The USD 437 Board of Education will vote on naming Middle School 2, approve administrator contracts, and pay bills totaling $12,699,848.66. They will also discuss policy updates, handbooks, and hear reports on early childhood programs and school highlights.
- Approve payment of bills in the amount of $12,699,848.66
- Vote on name for Middle School 2
- Approve administrator contracts for 2024-25
- Discuss policy KG on use of school facilities, grounds, and equipment
- First read of 2024-25 Classified Employee Handbook and WRHS Student Handbook
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Monday, May 6, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
1. Open Forum
Subject
1.01 School Highlights
Meeting
May 6, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
Pauline South Principal Chris Holman will present two All-Star Awards and one Shining Star Award.
All-Star Appreciation Award: Lisa Duncan
All-Star Appreciation Award: Heather Rodriguez
Shining Star Award: Judah Crotinger
File Attachments
Subject
1.02 Public Comment
Meeting
May 6, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
Type
The Board President will ask if there is anyone who wants to speak.
File Attachments
2. Opening Items
Subject
2.01 Roll Call
Meeting
May 6, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
The Board President will ask for the roll call of the Board members.
File Attachments
Subject
2.02 Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
May 6, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
The Board President will ask for approval of the agenda.
File Attachments
3. Disposition of Business by Consent
Subject
3.01 Minutes of April 15, 2024
Meeting
May 6, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
3. Disposition of Business by Co …
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Mon Apr 15, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Board to vote on new middle school name, mascot, colors
The USD 437 Board of Education will vote on naming the new middle school (MS2), its mascot, and colors, and will consider several final-read curriculum resource purchases. The board will also approve routine consent items including bills totaling $6,320,040.34 and personnel changes. Executive sessions are scheduled for personnel, budget, and student matters.
- Approve MS2 school name, mascot, and colors
- Approve bills totaling $6,320,040.34
- Approve meal price increase of 50 cents for 2024-25
- Approve instructional resources: $49,420.55 (health), $410,982.53 (social studies), $3,779.73 (plant science), $6,364.80 (composition)
- Approve resignations, retirements, and new hires for certified and classified staff
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Monday, April 15, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
1. Open Forum
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1.01 School Highlights
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State Championship Girls Wrestling Team – presented by Coach Damon Parker
"Frankenstein" Cast and Crew (selected for a Main Stage Performance at the Kansas Thespian Festival) – presented by Director Matt Rosebrook
WRHS Chorale (selected as a featured performer at the Kansas Music Educators Conference) – presented by Ben Holcomb
WRHS Chamber Orchestra (selected as a featured performer at the Kansas Music Educators Conference) – presented by Courtney Nottingham
Kansas Music Education Association State Music Honor Ensembles – presented by Ben Holcomb and Courtney Nottingham
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1.02 Public Comment
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Apr 15, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
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1. Open Forum
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The Board President will ask if there is anyone who wants to speak.
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2. Opening Items
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2.01 Roll Call
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Apr 15, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
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2. Opening Items
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Procedural
The Board President will ask for the roll call of the Board members.
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2.02 Approval of the Agenda
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Mon Apr 1, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Board to vote on $3.8M in bills, new hires, and wage increase
The USD 437 Board of Education will consider consent agenda items including approving $3,815,600.70 in bills, accepting resignations and retirements, and hiring new staff. They will also vote on increasing classified starting wages by up to 2% for the 2024-25 school year. Discussion items include naming a new middle school, meal prices, and first reads of several curriculum resource purchases.
- Approve bills totaling $3,815,600.70
- Approve classified starting wage increase up to 2% for 2024-25
- Discuss MS2 naming committee recommendation for name, mascot, colors
- First read of $410,982.53 for social studies resources
- First read of $49,420.55 for comprehensive health resources
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Monday, April 1, 2024
USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
1. Open Forum
Subject
1.01 School and Student Highlights
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1. Open Forum
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Congratulations to the following 6A state champions:
WRHS State Swim Champions (Brogan Meier and Jack Miranda) | Comments by Coach Janson Garman
WRHS Boys State Wrestling Champions (Easton Broxterman, Brody Byrne, and Kristjan Marshall) | Comments by Coach Josh Hogan
WRHS 4-Speaker Debate Champions (Campbell Hight, Harris Chaudhry, Kavi Chidambaranathan, and Aditi Nimishikavi) | Comments by Coach Tim Ellis
File Attachments
Subject
1.02 Public Comment
Meeting
Apr 1, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
1. Open Forum
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The Board President will ask if there is anyone who wants to speak.
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2. Opening Items
Subject
2.01 Roll Call
Meeting
Apr 1, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Category
2. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
The Board President will ask for the roll call of the Board members.
File Attachments
Subject
2.02 Approval of the Agenda
Meeting
Apr 1, 2024 - USD 437 Board of Education Meeting 6:30 p.m.
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2. Opening Items
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Action
Recommended Action
The Board President will ask for approval of the agenda.
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