Hazelwood School District public meetings in 2022

Board of Education Meeting

The board will consider a request to the Army Corps of Engineers to test all district property for radioactive contamination and to seek financial support from elected officials. They will also act on the 2022 independent audit, 2023 summer school program, and a consent agenda including contracts with Math314, a school bus bid, and technology purchases. Discussions include a preliminary report on school start times and a board solidarity statement.

• Request to Army Corps of Engineers to test all district property for radioactive contamination and seek financial support
• Approval of 2022 annual independent audit by Kerber, Eck and Braeckel
• Consent agenda contracts: Math314 via Washington University, school bus bid, Clear Touch panels, CyberArk security platform, KnowBe4 anti-phishing training
• 2023 Summer School program approval
• Preliminary report on school start times by Deputy Superintendent and CFO

The Board of Education approved the 2023 Summer School Program and the 2022 Independent Audit. The board also reached a consensus to discontinue work on school start times.

• Approved 2023 Summer School Program (6-0)
• Approved 2022 Independent Audit (6-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations (5-0 with 1 abstention)
• Approved consent agenda items A, C, D, E, and F (6-0)
• Approved warrants, previous meeting minutes, and surplus items (6-0)
• Approved contracts for Math314, school bus bid, and various supplies/services (6-0)
• Discontinued work on school start times (consensus)

Executive Board of Education Meeting

The Board of Education will hold an open session followed by an executive session via Zoom. The executive session is scheduled for the discussion of student discipline.

• Executive session for discussion of student discipline pursuant to Section 610.021 (6) RSMo

Board of Education Meeting

The Board of Education met to discuss various district updates, including environmental testing results at Jana Elementary School. The Board approved artificial turf and track proposals from Byrne & Jones for high school athletic fields.

• Approval of high school artificial turf and track projects via Byrne & Jones
• Army Corps of Engineers preliminary results update for Jana Elementary School
• Discussion regarding Board Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy
• Proclamation for National Special Education Day
• Approval of consent agenda items including warrants, personnel, and contracts

The Board of Education approved contracts for artificial turf and track work and passed a consent agenda including personnel recommendations and technology contracts. The meeting also included several reports regarding testing results at Jana Elementary School.

• Approved artificial turf and track proposals from Byrne & Jones (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-F, including warrants and personnel recommendations (6-0)
• Approved Dell Data Center Virtual Desktop Server Upgrade 2022-2023 contract (6-0)
• Approved Expel 24/7 Network Monitoring Service contract (6-0)
• Approved graduation contracts (6-0)
• Approved surplus items (6-0)
• Approved Board of Education minutes from Nov 1 and Nov 9, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session for litigation, real estate, and personnel matters (6-0)

Board of Education Planning Retreat

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will hold a planning retreat on November 11, 2022. The open session includes discussions on athletic upgrades through Prop H, next steps for the strategic plan, and a statement of solidarity. The board may also adjourn into executive session for topics including litigation, personnel, and real estate.

• Discussion and timeline of athletic upgrades through Prop H for Fall 2023 use of fields
• Strategic plan next steps presented by Deputy Superintendent Dr. Darrin Slade and others
• Discussion of a statement of solidarity
• Potential executive session for litigation, leasing, purchase/sale of real estate, personnel, and student discipline

The Board reached a consensus to pursue a specific athletic upgrade option including eco-shock pads and soccer-dimension Astro turf. Members also conducted a SWOT analysis for the strategic plan and polled preferences for the plan's duration.

• Consensus reached to pursue Option 2 for athletic upgrades including eco-shock pads (5-1)
• Consensus reached for Astro turf dimensions to meet soccer field requirements (5-1)
• Directed Superintendent to bring stadium lighting proposal to December meeting
• Polled preference for strategic plan duration: 5 years (4 votes), 3 years (2 votes)
• Adopted agenda for November 11, 2022 (6-0)
• Excused Mr. Taylor (6-0)

Special Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will meet in a special open session to receive an update from the Army Corps of Engineers on preliminary results regarding Jana Elementary School. The board will adopt the agenda and may enter executive session; no other action items are listed.

• Army Corps of Engineers preliminary results update for Jana Elementary School (attachments: summary of findings and placemat).
• Adoption of the meeting agenda.

The Board of Education received a presentation of preliminary results from the Army Corps of Engineers regarding Jana Elementary School. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during this special meeting.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Excused Mr. Langley from the meeting (5-0)
• Excused Dr. Youngblood from the meeting (5-0)

Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board met in open session, moved to executive session to discuss litigation, leasing, real‑estate, and personnel matters, then returned to public session. The board adopted the agenda and approved the consent agenda items, including warrants, personnel recommendations, minutes, routes, surplus items, district calendars and board meeting dates. The approvals establish the district calendar and board meeting schedule for the 2023‑2024 and 2024‑2025 school years.

• Motion to enter executive session for discussion of litigation, leasing, real‑estate, hiring, firing, and related matters (motion carried)
• Adoption of the agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approval of 2023‑2024 and 2024‑2025 district calendars
• Approval of 2023‑2024 and 2024‑2025 board meeting dates
• Approval of 2022‑2023 routes and ridership

The Board of Education approved a consent agenda including the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 district calendars and board meeting dates. The board also approved 2022-2023 routes and ridership. Public comment focused heavily on Jana Elementary School.

• Approved 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 District Calendars (7-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 Board Meeting Dates (7-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 Routes and Ridership (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations (7-0)
• Approved warrants (7-0)
• Approved surplus items (7-0)
• Approved Oct 18, 2022 Board and Executive minutes (7-0)
• Approved Oct 24, 2022 Executive minutes (7-0)

Special Executive Session Board Meeting

This special meeting is entirely procedural: the board meets in open session and immediately adjourns to a closed executive session. The closed session is permitted under Missouri law to discuss litigation, leasing, purchase or sale of real estate, hiring, firing, disciplining or promoting specific employees, student discipline, and related records. No public votes or action items are listed.

• Board will vote to enter executive session under RSMo 610.021 (1,2,3,6,9,14) for litigation, real estate, personnel, student discipline

Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will discuss a proposed Board Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy. The meeting will review student enrollment, class sizes, and the FY24 budget timeline to outline district planning and resource allocation. Routine approvals will cover warrants, personnel recommendations, contracts over $15,000, and 2022-2023 bus routes. An executive session will address litigation, real estate, and personnel matters.

• Discussion of a proposed Board Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy
• Review of student enrollment, class sizes, and FY24 budget timeline
• Approval of 2022-2023 school bus routes and ridership data
• Approval of contracts for supplies, services, and repairs over $15,000
• Update on district COVID-19 community metrics and mitigation measures

The Board of Education approved a series of consent agenda items including warrants, personnel recommendations, and previous meeting minutes. The board also voted to extend the public comment period to accommodate numerous residents speaking about Jana Elementary School.

• Approved move into executive session (7-0)
• Adopted revised agenda for October 18, 2022 (6-0)
• Waived Policy BDDH to extend public comments to 45 minutes (7-0)
• Extended patron comments by an additional 15 minutes (7-0)
• Removed item F from the consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-E (7-0)
• Approved contracts for supplies, service, and repairs over $15,000 (7-0)
• Approved replacement of the Folder/Inserter for the Print Shop (7-0)

Executive Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will meet in open session and immediately adjourn to executive session to discuss student discipline under Missouri law. No other public business is scheduled.

• Motion to move into executive session for student discipline under Section 610.021 (6) RSMo

Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will meet in open session to discuss and take action on several items, including a revised purchase of 6,000 Chromebooks, approval of multiple contracts (e.g., McNair Elementary playground replacement, Sylvan Learning Center, iScore), and a consent agenda covering warrants, personnel, and minutes. The board will also discuss a racial equity policy and a solidarity statement, receive updates on federal programs, virtual instruction, and COVID-19 metrics, and recognize students, staff, and community partners.

• Action: Revised purchase of 6000 Chromebooks (item 10.A)
• Action: Contracts including McNair Elementary playground replacement, Sylvan Learning Center, iScore (item 9.E)
• Discussion: Board solidarity statement and racial equity policy (item 7)
• Presentation: Preliminary report on virtual instruction model at middle and high schools (item 6.B)
• Consent agenda: Warrants, personnel recommendations, minutes, surplus items, extra duty salary schedule addendum (item 9)

The Board of Education approved the purchase of 6,000 Chromebooks and passed a consent agenda including several contracts and personnel recommendations. The board also received reports on federal programs and virtual instruction models for middle and high schools.

• Approved purchase of 6,000 Chromebooks (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-G (7-0), including warrants, personnel recommendations, and surplus items
• Approved contract for McNair Elementary Playground Replacement (7-0)
• Approved contracts for Sylvan Learning Center, iScore, and Professional Development Site Equipment Set Ups (7-0)
• Approved Local Plan for Compliance-Early Childhood Special Education 22-23 (7-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 Addendum to Extra Duty Salary Schedule (7-0)
• Approved September 20, 2022 Board of Education and Executive Minutes (7-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session for litigation, real estate, and personnel matters (6-0)

Board of Education Meeting and Tax Rate Hearing

The board held a public tax rate hearing and voted to certify the 2022 tax levy. They also discussed a transition to MSIP 6 strategic planning, behavioral intervention classrooms, and a board solidarity statement on racial equity. Consent agenda items were approved including contracts for ACT district-wide administration, Central High School pool heater replacement, and technology purchases.

• Certification of 2022 tax levy approved
• Contracts approved: ACT district-wide administration, Central High pool heater replacement, Lawson cooling tower replacement
• Discussion of Behavioral Intervention Classrooms at Cold Water and Garrett Elementary
• Board discussion on Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy
• Teacher recruitment partnerships with state universities in Puerto Rico

The Board of Education held a public tax rate hearing and approved the certification of the 2022 Tax Levy. The board also approved a consent agenda including personnel recommendations and various facility and service contracts.

• Approved certification of the 2022 Tax Levy (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-E (7-0), including warrants and personnel recommendations
• Approved contract for ACT High School District-Wide Administration (7-0)
• Approved contract for Central High School Pool Heater Replacement (7-0)
• Approved contract for Lawson Elementary Cooling Tower Replacement (7-0)
• Approved Tire Supply Bid (7-0)
• Approved Dell-Thin Clients to replace Mac Labs in High Schools (7-0)
• Approved Morenet-Sora OverDrive for Library Services (7-0)

Executive Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education is meeting in open session on September 12, 2022, then immediately adjourning into executive session to discuss student discipline, as permitted by Missouri law. No other substantive agenda items are listed; the meeting consists entirely of procedural motions and adjournment.

• Motion to enter executive session for student discipline under Section 610.021 (6) RSMo

Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood Board of Education will hold a regular meeting following an executive session. The board will discuss a Board Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy, receive updates on MOCAP virtual instruction changes and health services, and vote on a consent agenda including technology contracts and a collaboration with UMSL.

• Proclamation for School Safety Officer Appreciation Week
• Discussion of Board Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy
• Consent agenda includes contracts: Dell Microsoft A3 licenses, SHI F5 Big-IP load balancer, Yubico MFA keys, T-Mobile internet access for families, and PEGS agreement
• Collaborative agreement between University of Missouri-St. Louis and Hazelwood School District for teacher residency
• Update on District COVID-19 Community Metrics and mitigation measures

The Board of Education approved a consent agenda covering personnel recommendations, warrants, and several technology contracts. They also approved a collaborative agreement with the University of Missouri – St. Louis. The meeting included updates on virtual instruction and health services.

• Approved consent agenda items A-G (7-0)
• Approved Dell Additional Microsoft A3 Licenses contract (7-0)
• Approved SHI-F5 Big-IP Load Balancer contract (7-0)
• Approved SHI-Yubico Multi-Factor Authentication MFA Key contract (7-0)
• Approved T-Mobile Internet Access for District Families contract (7-0)
• Approved collaborative agreement between University of Missouri – St. Louis and Hazelwood School District (7-0)
• Approved August 16, 2022 Board of Education and Executive minutes (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations and warrants (7-0)

Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will discuss a solidarity statement and racial equity policy, review 2021-2022 MAP and EOC test results, and vote on a consent agenda that includes contracts for technology, interpreters, and instructional materials. The board will also receive updates on COVID-19 metrics, program evaluations, and a monthly financial report, and discuss a letter from a councilwoman regarding a joint stadium.

• Discussion of Board of Education Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy
• Approval of consent agenda including contracts for Clear Touch Boards for Title I schools, Curriculum Associates iReady renewal, Dell purchase for 2000 Chromebook cases and 300 staff laptops, and All Access Interpreters
• Presentation of 2021-2022 MAP and EOC test results by Deputy Superintendent
• Workshop on a letter from Councilwoman Webb regarding a joint stadium
• Update on district COVID-19 community metrics and mitigation measures

The Board of Education approved a consent agenda including multiple technology and consulting contracts. The Board also agreed to form an exploratory committee to discuss the possibility of a joint stadium. Preliminary 2021-2022 MAP and EOC data were presented.

• Approved consent agenda items A-G (7-0)
• Approved contracts for Clear Touch Boards, iReady Renewal, All Access Interpreters, LLC, SistaKeeper Empowerment Group, Literacy Strategies Consulting, Chromebook cases, and Google Enterprise licenses (7-0)
• Approved Dell purchase for 300 staff laptops for virtual instruction (7-0)
• Re-adopted Policy BBFA regarding Board Member Conflict of Interest and Financial Disclosure (7-0)
• Approved surplus items (7-0)
• Approved August 2, 2022 meeting minutes and executive minutes (7-0)
• Formed exploratory committee for joint stadium with representatives Mr. Langley, Mrs. Latham, and Mr. Taylor

Board of Education Meeting

The Board of Education met to discuss school year updates, including gifted education and English Learner programs. The Board approved a COVID-19 mitigation plan effective August 4, 2022, and appointed Creative Entourage as a bond consultant.

• Approval of COVID-19 mitigation plan effective August 4, 2022
• Approval of bond consultant, Creative Entourage
• Discussion of Gifted Education Program changes
• Discussion of English Language Learners (EL) Program
• Discussion of Board Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy

The Board of Education approved a district mitigation plan effective August 4, 2022, and hired Creative Entourage as a bond consultant. The board also approved a consent agenda including several staffing and service contracts.

• Approved district mitigation plan effective August 4, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved Creative Entourage as bond consultant (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-G (6-0), including warrants and personnel recommendations
• Approved contracts for Supplemental Staffing Services, Homebound General Education Services 2022-2023, eRate Program, KCAV-Clear Touch Panels, Maxim Healthcare Staffing, Special School District Partnership Agreement, Maxim Healthcare Services, and STRIDE (6-0)
• Approved Policy BBB regarding School Board Elections (6-0)
• Approved disposal of surplus items (6-0)
• Approved July 19, 2022, Board and Executive meeting minutes (6-0)

Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board met on July 19, 2022, holding an executive session to discuss litigation, real‑estate, and personnel matters before returning to public session. In the public session the board adopted the agenda, received school‑year updates, and acted on consent‑agenda items such as contracts, meal pricing and a mask requirement. The board approved a memorandum of understanding with National Lead for America, Inc., reviewed a monthly financial report and an update on the Spire STL pipeline project, and concluded with a superintendent report and a policy reading.

• Approval of MOU with National Lead for America, Inc.
• Approval of mask requirement (COVID‑19 health advisory)
• Renewal of contracts: Heartland Systems software, Print Management, LGC Hospitality rate schedule, Dell/Microsoft license
• Adoption of 2022‑2023 school meal pricing
• Bond election update and teacher mentoring program presentation

The Board of Education approved a district mask requirement and a memorandum of understanding for National Lead for America, Inc. Members also approved several consent agenda items including warrants, personnel recommendations, and various software and professional development contracts.

• Approved district mask requirement (5-1)
• Approved MOU for National Lead for America, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-F (6-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 school meal pricing (6-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations (6-0)
• Approved Heartland Systems Software renewals and master agreements (6-0)
• Approved Professional Development Plan 22-23 (6-0)
• Approved revised Dell/Microsoft License 2022-2023 (6-0)

Special Board of Education Meeting

This special meeting of the Hazelwood School District Board of Education is held virtually to discuss and potentially approve a resolution calling for a bond election. The board will also adopt the agenda and adjourn.

• Approval of a resolution calling for a bond election in the Hazelwood School District, St. Louis County, Missouri

The Board of Education approved the consideration of a resolution to call for a bond election within the Hazelwood School District. The meeting was conducted via Zoom and lasted approximately four minutes.

• Approved the agenda (7-0)
• Approved the consideration of a resolution calling for a bond election (6-0 with 1 abstention)

Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will consider approval of the amended 2021-2022 budget and the 2022-2023 budget, along with a mask requirement renewal. They will also receive updates on Coldwater Creek contamination and discuss a solidarity statement on racial equity. The bond election resolution was removed from the agenda before the meeting.

• Approval of amended 2021-2022 budget and 2022-2023 budget
• Renewal of mask requirement for upcoming school year
• Presentation on Coldwater Creek contamination status with Army Corps and Missouri Coalition for the Environment
• Board discussion on solidarity statement and racial equity policy
• Emergency approval of Central High School electrical transformer replacement and temporary transformer

The Board of Education approved the 2022-2023 budget and an amended budget for 2021-2022. The board also approved a wide range of technology and transportation contracts via a consent agenda. Several residents provided public comment regarding the creation of a gifted/STEAM academy.

• Approved 2022-2023 budget (4-0)
• Approved amended 2021-2022 budget (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-G, including personnel recommendations and warrants (4-0)
• Approved technology contracts with Follett, Pearson, Dell, HMH, Instructure, and Blackboard (4-0)
• Approved transportation contracts with Axel, EMT, EverDriven Tech, Future Transportation, Tru4th, His Kingdom Carriers, Metropolitan Taxi Corp, and We Are Brave (4-0)
• Approved mask requirement (4-0)
• Approved renewal of MOU with Miriam Learning Center (4-0)
• Approved motion to move into executive session (4-0)

Board of Education Meeting

This is a routine procedural meeting. The board will consider and vote on personnel recommendations. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Approval of personnel recommendations

The Board of Education met via Zoom and approved the presented personnel recommendations. The meeting lasted approximately four minutes.

• Approved personnel recommendations (5-0)
• Adopted the June 9, 2022 agenda (5-0)

Board of Education Meeting - Budget Workshop

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will hold a budget workshop, including a presentation on the FY23 draft budget and a discussion on fiscal responsibility. The board will also consider a mask requirement as an action item. Public comment is limited to budget topics. An update on district COVID-19 metrics will be provided.

• Budget workshop presentation on FY23 draft budget and fiscal responsibility (Goal #4)
• Consideration of approval of mask requirement
• Approved personnel recommendations for June 7, 2022
• District COVID-19 community metrics update
• Public comment limited to budget

The Board of Education voted to reinstate the mask requirement for district schools. During a budget workshop, the board reached a consensus to seek information for a potential bond issue resolution at a future meeting.

• Approved reinstatement of mask requirement in district schools (7-0)
• Adopted the June 7, 2022 agenda (7-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session (6-0)
• Reached consensus to bring back information for a bond issue resolution on June 21, 2022

Special Executive Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will meet in open session at 10:30 a.m. and adjourn into an executive session at 5:30 p.m. The executive session will be used to discuss hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting specific employees as permitted by Section 610.021(3) RSMo. No other agenda items are listed.

• Executive session – discussion of hiring, firing, disciplining or promoting specific employees

Board of Education Planning Retreat

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will hold a planning retreat focused on the FY23 budget, including a workshop and continued discussion during a working lunch. They will also receive an equity presentation, conduct board development on diversity, equity, and inclusion, and perform a board audit self-assessment. The board may enter executive session to discuss litigation, real estate, personnel, and student discipline matters.

• FY23 Budget Discussion and Workshop
• Equity Presentation by Mr. John Forrester
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Board Development facilitated by Dr. Stacy Scott
• Board Audit Self-Assessment
• Possible executive session for legal, real estate, and personnel discussions

The Board of Education discussed the fiscal year 2023 budget and agreed to consider placing a bond issue on the November 2022 ballot. The board requested a prioritized list of items and anticipated costs to inform the decision. Members also participated in diversity, equity, and inclusion workshops.

• Adopted agenda for May 21, 2022 (5-0)
• Agreed to consider placing a bond issue on the November 2022 ballot
• Entered executive session at 3:00 p.m. (6-0)
• Adjourned planning retreat at 4:13 p.m. (5-0)

Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will hold an in-person and virtual meeting on May 17, 2022. The board will discuss legislated reading program changes, a solidarity statement on racial equity, and consider a new Google 101 and Digital Citizenship curriculum. The consent agenda includes approval of numerous contracts, insurance rates, and policy changes. A workshop will review a foreign language program at Jamestown Elementary and the FY23 budget update.

• Approval of new Google 101 and Digital Citizenship curriculum
• Consideration of foreign language elementary program at Jamestown Elementary
• Approval of revised 2021-2022 district calendar
• Consent agenda includes contracts for fire alarm inspections, asphalt paving, substitute custodial services, and insurance rate renewals
• Discussion of board solidarity statement and racial equity policy

The Board of Education approved a new curriculum for Google 101 and Digital Citizenship and a revised 2021-2022 district calendar. A consent agenda was passed covering various personnel recommendations, insurance rates, and facility contracts. The board also received presentations on the impact of MSIP 6 on curriculum and instruction.

• Approved new Google 101 and Digital Citizenship curriculum (7-0)
• Approved revised 2021-2022 District Calendar (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-G including warrants and personnel recommendations (7-0)
• Approved contracts for fire alarm inspections, asphalt/paving, and substitute custodial services (7-0)
• Approved insurance rates for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (7-0)
• Approved policies on Lactation Support, Professional Staff Short-Term Leaves, Support Staff Leaves, Corporal Punishment, and Seclusion and Restraint (7-0)
• Approved purchase of LEGO Education Summer School Kits and Savvas Professional Development (7-0)
• Approved East High School wrestling mat replacement (7-0)

Executive Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will meet in open session and immediately adjourn into executive session to discuss student discipline, as permitted by state law.

• Motion to move into executive session for student discipline discussion under Section 610.021(6) RSMo.

Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will meet in public after an executive session. They will discuss a Board Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy, receive technology updates, and consider approval of consent agenda items including contracts, summer school, and policy revisions. The board will also hear reports on COVID-19 metrics and the budget process.

• Discussion on Board Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy
• Technology Updates and Future Enhancements presentation by Chief Information Officer
• Approval of consent agenda including contracts for Kagan Learning, Corwin Learning, KCAV, Building Futures MOU, Sylvan Learning, and technology agreements
• Approval of 2022 Summer School Program
• First reading of policies on Lactation Support, Professional Staff Short-Term Leaves, Support Staff Leaves, Corporal Punishment, and Seclusion and Restraint

The Board of Education approved the 2022 Summer School Program and a series of technology and professional development contracts via a consent agenda. The board also approved revised policies regarding sexual harassment, homeless students, and foster care. Additionally, the board nominated representatives for the MSBA and Special School District.

• Approved 2022 Summer School Program (7-0)
• Approved contracts for Kagan Learning, Corwin Learning, KCAV Clear Touch, Building Futures, Sylvan Learning, Continuant, MOREnet, Tyler/SIS, and World Book (7-0)
• Approved revised policies ACA (Sexual Harassment Under Title IX), IGBCA (Programs for Homeless Students), and IGBE (Students in Foster Care) (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations and warrants (7-0)
• Approved April 19, 2022 meeting minutes and executive minutes (7-0)
• Nominated Mrs. McNeil as MSBA Board Delegate and Mrs. Livingston as alternate
• Nominated Mr. Langley as SSD Representative and Mr. Taylor as alternate

Board of Education Meeting

The board will discuss a school supervision plan and metal detector implementation framework, and vote on a Dell purchase for 6,000 Chromebooks. Action items include approval of the Hazelwood Connect virtual academy plan and emergency funding for an Opportunity Center cooling tower repair. The meeting also includes swearing in new board members and a discussion on a board solidarity statement on racial equity.

• Metal detector implementation and operational framework presented for discussion
• Dell purchase of 6,000 Chromebooks as part of technology contracts
• Approval of Hazelwood Connect Virtual Academy plan and staffing
• Emergency approval of Opportunity Center cooling tower support
• Certification of election results and swearing in of new board members

The Board of Education swore in new members Kevin Langley and Cheryl Latham following the April 5 election. The board then reorganized its leadership, electing a new president, vice-president, secretary, and treasurer. Additionally, the board approved items A-G of the consent agenda.

• Swore in new board members Kevin Langley and Cheryl Latham
• Elected Mrs. Rachel as president (4-3)
• Elected Mrs. Livingston as vice-president (7-0)
• Elected Mrs. Latham as secretary (7-0)
• Elected Mr. Taylor as treasurer (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-G (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved motion to enter executive session (7-0)

Executive Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will meet in open session at 5:30 p.m. on April 11, 2022, via Zoom, then immediately adjourn into executive session. The closed session is for discussion of hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting specific employees, as well as student discipline, pursuant to Missouri statute. The meeting is largely procedural, with no public action items.

• Motion to move into executive session for personnel and student discipline discussions

Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education met on March 15, 2022, and approved a consent agenda (items A-K) that included contracts, purchases, salary schedules, and a resolution for an energy conservation lease-purchase. The board also discussed a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Action Plan and a Board solidarity statement on racial equity.

• Approval of a resolution authorizing a lease-purchase transaction for energy conservation improvements
• Approval of contracts including MOU with University of Missouri-St. Louis, classroom library updates at Grannemann and Jury Elementary, and Chromebook/Clear Touch Board purchases for Title I schools
• Approval of revised bus lease-purchase rate
• Approval of COVID-19 mitigation protocols and guidelines
• Approval of revised salary schedules for child nutrition, clerical, maintenance, and crossing guards

Executive Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will hold an open session, then immediately adjourn to a closed executive session to discuss student discipline under state law. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Motion to enter executive session for student discipline discussion per Section 610.021 (6) RSMo

Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will hold an executive session starting at 5:30 p.m., then reconvene in open session at 6:30 p.m. The main public items include a board discussion on a proposed Racial Equity Policy and Solidarity Statement, and approval of a consent agenda that covers warrants, personnel, minutes, COVID-19 mitigation protocols, and surplus items. Updates are also scheduled on school counseling services, high school course registration, and a waiver of community service hours.

• Board discussion on Racial Equity Policy and Solidarity Statement
• Approval of COVID-19 mitigation protocols and guidelines
• Proclamations for Maintenance Appreciation Day and School Social Worker Week
• Presentation on school counseling and college/career counseling services
• Update on 2022-2023 High School Course Registration Guide

The Board of Education approved a consent agenda including warrants, personnel recommendations, and COVID-19 mitigation protocols. The meeting included updates on school counseling and high school course registration. Two executive sessions were held to discuss litigation, real estate, and personnel matters.

• Approved consent agenda items A-F (7-0)
• Approved COVID-19 Mitigation Protocols and Guidelines (7-0)
• Approved warrants (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations (7-0)
• Approved Board of Education Minutes from February 15, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved Board of Education Executive Minutes from February 15, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved surplus items (7-0)
• Adopted the March 1, 2022 agenda (7-0)

Special Executive Board of Education Meeting

This is a special executive meeting with only procedural items. The board will convene in open session and immediately adjourn into closed session to discuss hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting specific employees. No other business is scheduled.

• Motion to enter executive session for personnel matters under RSMo 610.021(3)

Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education discusses a Board of Education Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy, and takes action on consent agenda items including warrants, personnel recommendations, contracts, and approval of COVID-19 mitigation protocols. The meeting also includes a special education update, financial report, and public comment.

• Discussion of Board Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy
• Approval of COVID-19 Mitigation Protocols and Guidelines
• Approval of consent agenda including warrants, personnel, minutes, contracts (amendment to Energy Services Contract, Opportunity Center Storm Sewer Replacement, Corwin Learning Professional Development)
• Special Education Update presentation from SSD
• Monthly Financial Report for January 2022

The Board of Education approved a consent agenda covering warrants, personnel, and several contracts. The board also approved the COVID-19 mitigation protocols and guidelines. The meeting included an executive session and updates on special education and finances.

• Approved consent agenda items A-F (6-0)
• Approved warrants (via consent agenda)
• Approved personnel recommendations (via consent agenda)
• Approved Board of Education and Executive minutes from February 1, 5, and 7 (via consent agenda)
• Approved amendment to Energy Services Contract (via consent agenda)
• Approved Opportunity Center Storm Sewer Replacement Bid (via consent agenda)
• Approved Corwin Learning Professional Development proposal (via consent agenda)
• Approved COVID-19 Mitigation Protocols and Guidelines (via consent agenda)

Executive Board of Education Meeting

This is a procedural meeting where the Hazelwood School District Board of Education convenes in open session and immediately adjourns into executive session to discuss student discipline, as allowed by Missouri law. No other business or decisions are on the agenda.

• Executive session discussion of student discipline under Section 610.021 (6) RSMo

Board of Education Planning Retreat

The Board of Education will conduct a planning retreat at the Administration Building. Discussions include a potential resolution for a bond election and board development regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Consideration of a resolution calling a bond election
• Board development discussion on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion

The Board of Education held a planning retreat and tabled the discussion regarding a bond election resolution until March 1, 2022. The meeting included an executive session and a discussion on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Adopted the February 5, 2022 agenda (7-0)
• Entered executive session for litigation, real estate, personnel, and student discipline (7-0)
• Tabled consideration of bond election resolution to March 1, 2022 (7-0)
• Adjourned the planning retreat (7-0)

Board of Education Meeting

The Board of Education will discuss school year updates including early childhood programs and transportation methods. The meeting includes a discussion on a Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy, as well as several items requiring action via the consent agenda.

• Discussion of Alternative Method of Transportation and Bell Times
• Board Discussion: Board Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy
• Approval of Revised 2022-2023 District Calendar and Middle School Grading Period Change
• Contracts for Substitute Custodial Services and Dell purchase for Southeast Middle School
• Approval of COVID-19 Mitigation Protocols and Guidelines

The Board of Education approved a revised district calendar for 2022-2023 and changes to middle school grading periods. A consent agenda was passed covering warrants, personnel, and COVID-19 protocols. The board also approved contracts for custodial services and Dell Chromebooks for Southeast Middle School.

• Approved revised 2022-2023 district calendar and middle school grading period change (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-F including warrants and personnel recommendations (7-0)
• Approved Dell purchase for Chromebooks and charging carts for Southeast Middle School (7-0)
• Approved Substitute Custodial Services Contract (7-0)
• Approved COVID-19 Mitigation Protocols and Guidelines (7-0)
• Approved January 18, 2022 Board and Executive minutes (7-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session (7-0)
• Approved adoption of the February 1, 2022 agenda (7-0)

Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will meet in open session at 6:30 p.m. after an executive session. The board will consider a resolution calling a bond election, discuss a racial equity policy, and act on consent agenda items including COVID-19 mitigation strategies and several contracts. Updates on the strategic plan and MSIP 6 will be presented.

• Consideration of a resolution calling a bond election in the district
• Board discussion on a solidarity statement and racial equity policy
• Approval of COVID-19 mitigation strategies as part of consent agenda
• Approval of graduation venue for the Class of 2022
• Consent agenda items including contracts for QoreStor backup solution, Catapult Learning tutoring, and revised Kelly Educational Services contracts

The Board of Education approved a consent agenda covering warrants, personnel, and various contracts. A proposal for an April 2022 bond election was tabled until February 5, 2022. The Board also approved the graduation venue for the Class of 2022.

• Approved consent agenda items A-G including warrants, personnel recommendations, and contracts (6-0)
• Tabled bond election discussion until February 5, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved graduation venue contracts for the Class of 2022 (6-0)
• Approved adoption of the January 18, 2022 agenda (6-0)
• Approved motion to excuse Betsy Rachel from the meeting (6-0)