Hazelwood School District public meetings in 2025

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. They will discuss a solidarity statement and racial equity policy, hear reports on the FY25 audit and staff enrollment, and vote on a consent agenda including multiple contracts and policy revisions. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Discussion of Board Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy
• Approval of FY25 Annual Independent Audit
• Consent agenda contracts: Dell-Google Enterprise for Education license, KnowBe4 anti-phishing training, TitanHQ email SPAM filter, student desk and chair purchase, alarm projects, transportation lot fencing, maintenance vehicle purchase, and more
• Revised policies on student discipline, behavioral threat assessment, suicide awareness, and child abuse reporting
• FY27 budget process and timeline update

Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will hold a discussion on a proposed Board Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy. The board will also consider a consent agenda including revised policies on artificial intelligence, dress code, weapons, and admissions, as well as contracts for equipment and services. Additionally, the board will review the 2025 Annual Performance Report under MSIP 6 and receive updates on early childhood programs, monthly finances, and Proposition H projects.

• Board discussion on solidarity statement and racial equity policy
• Approval of revised policies on AI use, dress code, weapons, school admissions, and enrollment eligibility
• Approval of contracts: MakeMusic, CHS gym floor cover, shredding, and AV equipment upgrades
• Approval of the 2027–2028 district calendar
• Presentation of the 2025 Annual Performance Report (MSIP 6)

Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education meets in executive session at 5:30 p.m. for closed discussions, then opens at 6:30 p.m. for recognitions, reports, public comment, and votes. Key items include a board discussion on a solidarity statement and racial equity policy, approval of a consent agenda with multiple contracts and personnel actions, and a first reading of several policies including artificial intelligence use, student dress code, and weapons in school.

• Board discussion on a solidarity statement and racial equity policy
• Approval of consent agenda items including roofing bid, music instrument purchase/lease, copier lease, and supplies/services/repairs over $15,000
• First reading of policies on artificial intelligence use, reduction in professional staff, school admissions, student dress code, and weapons in school
• Recognition of Emerson Excellence in Teaching Awardees
• Approval of local plan for compliance with early childhood special education requirements

The Board of Education approved several consent agenda items including warrants and contracts. They also separately approved personnel recommendations and the local plan for compliance for early childhood special education.

• Approved motion to enter executive session (6-0)
• Adopted November 4, 2025 agenda (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A, C, D, E, and F (6-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations (5-0, 1 recusal)
• Approved Local Plan for Compliance - Early Childhood Special Education (6-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session at adjournment (6-0)

Board of Education Meeting

The Board of Education will meet to discuss a Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy. The meeting includes a consent agenda for various contracts, personnel recommendations, and financial reports.

• Discussion of Board Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy
• Consent agenda items including Express Transport Shuttle pricing and van fleet cameras/GPS
• Approval of OpenGate Systems purchase
• WWT Cisco Umbrella Cloud Protection contract
• FY27 Budget Process and Timeline update

Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School Board will hold a public meeting at 6:30 p.m. after a closed executive session. Key discussion topics include a proposed Board Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy, and action items include approval of a consent agenda with contracts for health services (Maxim, Soliant), a fencing bid, vehicle purchases, and band uniforms. The board will also vote on a transportation proposal and a PowerSchool business hosting migration, and receive updates on the strategic plan, CTE program evaluation, and bond refunding.

• Board discussion on Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy
• Consent agenda includes contracts with Maxim Health Care Services and Soliant Health
• Approval of Logistics Center fencing bid and vehicle purchase recommendation
• Vote on transportation proposal and PowerSchool business hosting migration
• Information update on bond refunding by Chief Financial Officer

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education met on October 7, 2025, to approve several administrative items including a transportation proposal and a business hosting migration for PowerSchool. The Board also moved into executive session to discuss personnel and legal matters before returning to public session.

• {'action': 'Entered Executive Session', 'details': 'The Board entered executive session to discuss litigation, leasing, purchase or sale of real estate, hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting specific employees, student discipline, preparations, and records pursuant to Section 610.021 (1, 2, 3, 6, 9, 14) RSMo.', 'vote': '6-0'}
• {'action': 'Adopted October 7, 2025 Agenda', 'details': 'The agenda for the meeting was adopted as presented.', 'vote': '7-0'}
• {'action': 'Approved Consent Agenda Items A, C, D, and E', 'details': 'Items A, C, D, and E were approved from the consent agenda after item B was removed for separate voting.', 'vote': '7-0'}
• {'action': 'Approved Personnel Recommendations (Item B)', 'details': 'The Board approved personnel recommendations; Mr. Lewis recused himself from this vote.', 'vote': '6-0 (1 recused)'}
• {'action': 'Approved Transportation Proposal', 'details': 'A proposal regarding transportation was approved.', 'vote': '7-0'}
• {'action': 'Approved PowerSchool Business Hosting Migration', 'details': 'The Board approved the migration of PowerSchool business hosting.', 'vote': '7-0'}
• {'action': 'Adjourned Public Session', 'details': 'The public session was adjourned at 8:18 p.m.', 'vote': '7-0'}

Board of Education Planning Retreat

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will hold a planning retreat to discuss development topics and receive reports. Items include a preliminary technology audit, an MBE-WBE update, a liability insurance update, and transportation services for McKinney-Vento students. The board may also convene in executive session for legal, personnel, or real estate matters.

• Preliminary Technology Audit Report
• MBE-WBE (Minority/Women Business Enterprise) Update Report
• Liability Insurance Update
• Transportation for McKinney-Vento (homeless) students
• Board Report on Council for Urban Boards of Education (CUBE) Conference

Board of Education Meeting - Regular and Tax Rate Hearing

The Hazelwood School District Board will hold a public tax rate hearing and is expected to certify the 2025 tax levy. The board will also receive a Career and Technical Education report, discuss a Board Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy, and vote on a consent agenda containing numerous contracts and approvals. A separate action item is approval of a Food Service Management Company contract.

• Certification of 2025 tax levy following the public tax rate hearing
• Board discussion of a solidarity statement and racial equity policy
• Consent agenda approvals include contracts for Monarch Immigrant Services Partnership, i-Ready, door replacement projects district-wide, Central High School greenhouse project, combi-ovens, and scorer tables
• Approval of a Food Service Management Company contract
• Monthly financial report and Proposition H update on capital projects

The Board of Education approved the 2025 certificate of tax levy and a food service management company contract. The meeting included a public tax rate hearing and an executive session regarding personnel and real estate matters.

• Approved move into executive session (5-0)
• Approved move into public tax rate hearing (5-0)
• Approved 2025 certificate of tax levy (5-0)
• Approved adjournment of tax rate hearing (5-0)
• Adopted September 16, 2025 agenda (5-0)
• Excused Mr. Smith and Mr. Birdsong from meeting (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-F (5-0)
• Approved food service management company contract (5-0)

Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will first hold an executive session to discuss litigation, real estate, personnel, and student discipline matters. Following that, the open session will include a Special Education Planning Report, a board discussion on a Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy, and public comment. The board will then vote on a consent agenda covering warrants, personnel recommendations, minutes, multiple contracts (including Dell, Marco, Renaissance, T-Mobile, and more), and a policy change on graduation requirements.

• Special Education Planning Report presented by Assistant Superintendent and Coordinator of Special Education
• Board discussion on Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy
• Consent agenda includes contracts for multi-factor authentication devices, color printers, eduCLIMBER, T-Mobile internet access, and other items
• Policy IKF – Graduation Requirements up for approval
• Gifts to the District reported by Chief Financial Officer

The Board reached a consensus to work toward changing legislation to allow the district to operate its own special education services. The Board also approved several consent agenda items and personnel recommendations.

• Approved move into executive session (5-0)
• Adopted September 2, 2025 agenda (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A, C, D, E, and F (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations (6-0, 1 recusal)
• Adjourned public session (7-0)

Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will meet in open session, following an executive session for legal and personnel matters. Notable public agenda items include a board discussion on a solidarity statement and racial equity policy, a resolution opposing a sober-living residence adjacent to Twillman Montessori Elementary School, and approval of multiple contracts and personnel actions. The board will also hold a first reading of Policy IKF on graduation requirements.

• Resolution opposing a sober-living residence adjacent to Twillman Montessori Elementary School
• Board discussion on a solidarity statement and racial equity policy
• Consent agenda including contracts with WWT-Park Place Technologies, Snelling Staffing Services, Provident Behavioral Health, and others
• Additional allocations for Teacher in Residency (TIR) and Temporary Authorized Certificates (TAC)
• First reading of Policy IKF on graduation requirements

The Board of Education approved a resolution opposing a sober living residence adjacent to Twillman Montessori Elementary School. The Board also approved personnel recommendations, various service contracts, and a software migration to Diligent Community.

• Approved resolution opposing sober living residence adjacent to Twillman Montessori Elementary School (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations (6-0, 1 recused)
• Approved additional allocations for Teacher in Residency and Temporary Authorized Certificates (7-0)
• Approved contract for migration from BoardDocs to Diligent Community (7-0)
• Approved warrants, surplus items, and minutes from August 5 and August 11 (7-0)
• Approved contracts for WWT-Park Place Technologies, Snelling Staffing Services, Provident Behavioral Health, Literacy Link, Greenhouse Communication Initiative, Springboard to Learning, JWI Partners, and KK Films (7-0)
• Approved transportation supplies extension (7-0)

Executive Board of Education Meeting

The Board of Education will meet in open session and immediately adjourn into executive session. The purpose of the executive session is to discuss student discipline.

• Discussion of student discipline pursuant to Section 610.021 (6) RSMo

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. Key discussions include a Board solidarity statement and racial equity policy, updates on band program expansion and athletics, and a new cell phone policy for students. The board will also vote on a consent agenda covering contracts, personnel, and policy revisions.

• Board discussion on solidarity statement and racial equity policy (Goal #1, #2, #5)
• Band program expansion, middle school athletics, and Friday Night Lights security updates
• Approval of consent agenda including contracts for graduation, transportation, healthcare staffing, and technology upgrades
• Proposed student cell phone policy under Information/Updates
• Gifts to the district report by CFO Chris Norman

The Board of Education approved a consent agenda including personnel recommendations, various service contracts, and several policy revisions. The board also reached a consensus to have the superintendent research student options for LGBTQ+ suicide and crisis prevention hotline access.

• Approved personnel recommendations (6-0, 1 recused)
• Approved 2026 Graduation Contract and transportation provider (7-0)
• Approved contracts for Cornerstone of Care, Ignite Hope, and Amergis Healthcare Staffing (7-0)
• Approved Digital Unlimited LLC Marketing Campaign Agreement (7-0)
• Approved revised policies on Agendas, Surplus Funds, and Federal Programs (7-0)
• Approved revised policies on Gifted and Homeless Students (7-0)
• Approved first reading of policies on Board Member Qualifications and Student Electronic Devices (7-0)
• Approved July 15, 2025 meeting minutes (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. Key items include a board discussion on a solidarity statement and racial equity policy, along with reports on summer school and a cell phone policy update. The consent agenda covers warrants, personnel, minutes, and multiple contracts. A workshop will introduce first readings of 14 revised policies.

• Board discussion on solidarity statement and racial equity policy
• Summer school and summer enrichment report
• Consent agenda includes contracts for Twillman Montessori furniture, boiler replacement, dual credit with St. Louis Community College, and ACT prep
• Information update on cell phone policy implementation
• First reading of 14 revised policies covering agendas, federal programs, staff communications, and more

The Board of Education approved a consent agenda covering personnel recommendations, warrants, and various service contracts. Members also received an update on the district's initiative to address fighting and bullying in middle and high schools.

• Approved consent agenda items A-F, including personnel recommendations and warrants (6-0)
• Approved contracts for Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Soliant Health, and Advantage Nursing Services (6-0)
• Approved contracts for Magnify Learning, Miriam Learning Center, and Leaps and Bounds (6-0)
• Approved contracts for Math 314, SistaKeeper Empowerment Center, and JWI Partners (6-0)
• Approved SSD Homebound General Education Services for 2024-2025 (6-0)
• Approved UMSL Teacher in Residency Program and 24-25 K-12 Stride Contract Renewal (6-0)
• Approved bus bid, bus camera system update, and transportation provider (6-0)
• Approved student accident insurance and EHS security desk update (6-0)

Executive Board of Education Meeting

This is a procedural meeting where the Hazelwood School District Board of Education will convene in open session and immediately move into executive session. The closed session will cover topics permitted under Missouri law, including litigation, real estate, personnel matters, and student discipline. No public decisions or votes are scheduled on specific agenda items.

• Motion to enter executive session to discuss litigation, leasing, purchase or sale of real estate, hiring/firing/disciplining employees, student discipline, and records
• Meeting conducted via Zoom at 6:30 p.m. on June 18, 2025

Board of Education Hearing

The Board of Education will conduct a personnel hearing on June 17, 2025. The meeting includes an open session and may move into an executive session to discuss specific employee or student matters.

• Personnel Hearing
• Potential Executive Session for discussion of litigation, real estate, or personnel matters

Board of Education Meeting

The board will consider approving the 2025-2026 budget and an amended 2024-2025 budget. They will also vote on a consent agenda with contracts, policies, and insurance rates. A discussion on a board solidarity statement and racial equity policy is scheduled. Reports include an update on English learner services and a Prop H facilities update.

• Approval of 2025-2026 budget (Item 9A)
• Approval of 2024-2025 amended budget (Item 9B)
• Consent agenda includes contracts for transportation (Metropolitan Taxicab, HopSkipDrive) and supplies (McGraw Hill, i-Ready manipulatives) (Item 8E)
• First reading of student discipline regulation JG-R1 (Item 8H)
• Board discussion on solidarity statement and racial equity policy (Item 6)

The Board of Education approved the 2025-2026 budget and an amended budget for 2024-2025. A consent agenda was also passed, approving various district contracts, personnel recommendations, and insurance rates. The board held a first reading for a student discipline policy regulation.

• Approved 2025-2026 Budget (7-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 Amended Budget (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-H, including warrants and personnel recommendations (7-0)
• Approved contracts for transportation, shredding, and facility projects (7-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 Insurance Rates (7-0)
• Approved revised policies on attendance, student absences, and suicide prevention (7-0)
• Approved Regulation JG-R1 Student Discipline on first reading (7-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session for litigation and personnel matters (7-0)

Board of Education Planning Retreat

The Board of Education will meet for a planning retreat to discuss district operations and development. The session includes reviews of budget considerations, insurance, and the impact of new legislation.

• Insurance and budget considerations
• Minority and Women Owned Business update
• Internal audit and board planning calendar
• Impact of new legislation on the district
• Executive session for litigation, real estate, and personnel matters

Board of Education Meeting - Budget Workshop

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will hold a budget workshop to review the draft 2025-2026 budget. The meeting begins with an executive session at 5:30 p.m. for legal and personnel matters, followed by the public budget workshop at 6:30 p.m. Public comment is limited to budget topics only.

• Budget workshop to review draft 2025-2026 budget book (1,865 KB)
• Executive session for litigation, real estate, personnel, and student discipline
• Public comment limited to budget-only topics
• Invitation to join St. Louis Airport/Coldwater Creek Community Advisory Group (CAG)

The Board of Education reviewed the draft fiscal year budget for the 2025-2026 school year presented by the chief financial officer. The board also designated representatives for a community advisory group. No formal vote was taken on the budget draft.

• Approved motion to enter executive session (7-0)
• Adopted the June 3, 2025 agenda (7-0)
• Appointed Mr. Lewis as district representative to the St. Louis Airport/Coldwater Creek Community Advisory Group (CAG)
• Appointed Mrs. Gregory as alternate to the St. Louis Airport/Coldwater Creek Community Advisory Group (CAG)

Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will hold a public meeting that includes discussion of a Board Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy. The board will also vote on a consent agenda covering numerous contracts, policy revisions, and the 2025-2026 District Professional Development Plan. Items such as the Twillman Montessori thematic school update and monthly data reports will be presented. The meeting begins with an executive session for legal and personnel matters before the open session at 6:30 p.m.

• Board discussion on Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy
• Consent agenda includes contracts: MySci renewal, Twillman rubberized tile, digital sign, playground, waste/recycling, Dell-Microsoft license, student accident insurance, and more
• Approval of revised policies on ballot issues, closed meetings, tuition, staff compensation, academic calendar, homeschooling
• Approval of 2025-2026 District Professional Development Plan
• First reading of policies on compulsory attendance, student absences, suicide awareness and prevention

The Board of Education approved a consent agenda covering various district contracts, personnel recommendations, and policy revisions. The meeting also included updates on the Twillman Montessori School and student attendance data.

• Approved consent agenda items A-G (6-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 District Professional Development Plan (6-0)
• Approved revised policies BBBB-2, BDC, DFI-2, GCBA, IC-2, and IGBI (6-0)
• Approved contracts for Twillman Playground Project and Digital Sign (6-0)
• Approved West High School Fire Line Gate Valve Replacement (6-0)
• Approved Logistics Center Roof Top Unit Replacement (6-0)
• Approved Norwood Hills Country Club Contract for 2026 Retiree Dinner (6-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session (5-0)

Executive Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will hold an open session then immediately adjourn into executive session via Zoom. The closed session will discuss litigation, leasing, purchase or sale of real estate, hiring/firing/disciplining employees, student discipline, and records. No public votes or decisions are expected during the open portion.

• Motion to move into executive session under Missouri law for listed exempt topics
• No specific public agenda items are scheduled beyond procedural motions

Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will hold an open session after a closed executive session. Agenda items include discussion of a Board Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy, approval of a consent agenda containing 19 contracts and personnel recommendations, and first readings of six policies on topics including homeschooling and academic calendar. Public comment is invited.

• Discussion of Board Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy
• Approval of consent agenda with 19 contracts (SRO, Montessori, IXL, etc.)
• First readings of policies on ballot issues, closed meetings, tuition, compensation, academic calendar, homeschooling
• Local assessment data report including special education data
• Recognition of School Nurse Day and Teacher Appreciation Week

The Board of Education approved a consent agenda including personnel recommendations and multiple service contracts. Members also reviewed local assessment data and instructional support models for new teachers. No discussion occurred regarding the proposed Board Solidarity Statement.

• Approved consent agenda items A-E, including warrants and personnel recommendations (6-0)
• Approved SRO, SSD Homebound, and Alison's Montessori contracts (6-0)
• Approved IXL Learning, McGraw Hill StudySync, and Newslea Program Renewal contracts (6-0)
• Approved MindTap Exploremos Niveles, Floor Finish, and Grocery bids (6-0)
• Approved Twillman Rubberized Tile bid and Fire Alarm Inspection subscription (6-0)
• Approved Technology Audit and Asure Software-Time & Attendance (6-0)
• Approved Dell-PowerScale SAN Expansion and Clear Touch Interactive Panels (6-0)
• Approved NetSupport Classroom Cloud, PowerSchool Business Plus, SirsiDynix, and MOREnet agreements (6-0)

Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education meets at 6:30 p.m. on April 22, 2025, after a 5:30 p.m. executive session on legal and personnel matters. Key actions include swearing in new board members, adopting the K-12 library curriculum, and approving a consent agenda with warrants, personnel, and contracts. The board will also discuss a solidarity statement and racial equity policy, receive a transportation update, and hear updates on Proposition H and monthly finances.

• Certification of election and swearing in of new board members
• Adoption of K-12 Library Curriculum
• Board discussion on Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy
• Transportation Program Update
• Consent agenda contracts: MSBA membership, Dell Quest backup, enVisions PD, Beanstack, and multiple project bids (NWMS electric panel, dishwasher, rubberized tile, Arrowpoint library carpet)

The Board of Education swore in new members Betsy Rachel and Clem Smith and elected its leadership for the term. The board also approved a consent agenda including personnel recommendations and various facility contracts.

• Elected Sylvester Taylor II as President (7-0)
• Elected Andrea Gregory as Vice-President (7-0)
• Elected Sparkl West-Pruitt as Secretary (7-0)
• Elected Robert Birdsong as Treasurer (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-E, including warrants and personnel recommendations (7-0)
• Approved contracts for MSBA dues, Dell, enVisions, and Beanstack (7-0)
• Approved facility bids for Northwest Middle School electric panel, dishwashers, rubberized tile, and Arrowpoint Elementary library carpet (7-0)
• Approved Energy Performance Contract Amendment (7-0)

Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will hold an executive session at 5:30 p.m. for legal and personnel matters, then reconvene in open session at 6:30 p.m. The board will discuss a Board Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy, recognize students and staff, and consider a consent agenda that includes contracts, warrants, and a revised 2025-2027 salary schedule and extra duty salary schedule.

• Discussion of Board Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy
• Approval of revised 2025-2027 salary schedule and extra duty salary schedule
• Contracts: DNA Renaissance testing platform, security vehicles, CHS fire hydrant replacement, Washington University Math 314, Kelly Educational Services
• Proclamation for National Librarian Day
• Surplus items and personnel recommendations

The Board of Education approved revised salary and extra duty schedules for 2025-2027. Members also approved personnel recommendations and several contracts for security vehicles, testing platforms, and facility repairs.

• Approved revised 2025-2027 Salary Schedules and Extra Duty Schedules (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved contracts for DNA Renaissance Testing Platform, Security Vehicles, CHS Fire Hydrant Replacement, Washington University Institute - Math 314, and Kelly Educational Services (7-0)
• Approved warrants and surplus items (7-0)
• Approved Board of Education minutes from March 18 and March 26, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved Board of Education executive minutes from March 18, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved the April 1, 2025 agenda (7-0)
• Voted to enter executive session for litigation, real estate, and personnel matters (7-0)

Board of Education Planning Retreat

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education holds a planning retreat to discuss the upcoming fiscal year budget, board meeting format, equity progress, and scheduling logistics. No formal votes are scheduled; the board may enter closed session for legal, personnel, or real estate matters.

• Discussion of FY 2025-2026 Budget
• Review of Board Meeting Format
• Equity Progress Assessment
• Scheduling, logistics, and miscellaneous issues
• Possible executive session for litigation, personnel, or real estate

Board of Education Meeting

The Board of Education will decide on the adoption of Math and Career and Technical Education (CTE) curricula for the 2025-2026 school year. The meeting includes reports on diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as local assessment data analysis. Members will also discuss a Board Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy.

• Approval of Math Text Series and Curriculum adoptions
• Approval of CTE Curriculum Adoption for 2025-2026
• Approval of 2025-2026 Work Calendars
• Contracts for iReady Benchmark, Child Nutrition Restaurant Pizza Bid, and Annual Fire Alarm Monitoring
• Approval of Transportation Building Renovation additional scope

The Board of Education approved the CTE Curriculum Adoption and Math Text Series and curriculum adoptions for the 2025-2026 school year. The board also approved a consent agenda including various contracts and the 2025-2026 work calendars.

• Approved CTE Curriculum Adoption for 2025-2026 (5-0)
• Approved Math Text Series and curriculum adoptions (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-G (5-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 Work Calendars (via consent agenda)
• Approved iReady Benchmark Purchase contract (via consent agenda)
• Approved Child Nutrition Restaurant Pizza Bid (via consent agenda)
• Approved Annual Fire Alarm Monitoring contract (via consent agenda)
• Approved Transportation Building Renovation Additional Scope (via consent agenda)

Executive Board of Education Meeting

This meeting is largely procedural: the board will convene in open session, then immediately move into executive session to discuss student discipline under state law. No votes on policies, budgets, or other public items are scheduled.

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

Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education will hold a public meeting after an executive session on litigation, personnel, and real estate. The board is scheduled to vote on a proposal to convert Twillman Elementary into a Montessori thematic school. Other business includes preliminary FY26 budget considerations, approval of consent agenda items such as contracts and revised policies, and a discussion on a board solidarity statement regarding racial equity.

• Approval of Twillman Elementary School Montessori Thematic School Proposal
• FY26 Preliminary Budget Considerations presentation
• Consent agenda includes contracts for commercial dishwasher, epoxy floor, asphalt replacement, and St. Louis County right-of-way
• Revisions to six policies: staff leaves, foster care, test security, A+ Scholarship, student discipline
• Board discussion on solidarity statement and racial equity policy

The Board of Education approved a proposal to make Twillman Elementary School a Montessori Thematic School. Other actions included approving a budget amendment and several consent agenda items including facility contracts and policy revisions.

• Approved Twillman Elementary School Montessori Thematic School proposal (7-0)
• Approved budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-G (7-0), including warrants, personnel recommendations, and surplus items
• Approved contracts for Commercial Dishwasher, Epoxy Floor, and Asphalt Replacement bids (7-0)
• Approved St. Louis County Right of Way contract (7-0)
• Approved revised policies for staff leaves, foster care students, test integrity, A+ Scholarship, and student discipline (7-0)
• Approved February 18, 2025 Board and Executive meeting minutes (7-0)
• Adopted the agenda for March 5, 2025 (6-0)

Board of Education Meeting

The board will first enter executive session for legal and personnel matters, then reconvene in open session. Key items include a draft proposal for a Montessori thematic school and Pre-K expansion, a board discussion on a solidarity statement and racial equity policy, and action on consent agenda items including contracts for a firewall and other services. First readings of several revised policies are scheduled.

• Draft proposal for Montessori Thematic School and Pre-K Program Expansion (Item 5A)
• Board discussion on solidarity statement and racial equity policy (Item 6)
• Consent agenda: contracts for Palo Alto Layer-7 NGFW, School Links-ICAP, Frontline 25-26, and supplies/services/repairs over $15,000 (Item 8E)
• First reading of revised policies: GCBDA, GDBDA, IGBE-1, ILA, JFCL, JG (Item 12A)
• Change April 8 board meeting to April 1 (Item 9A)

The Board of Education approved a consent agenda including personnel recommendations and several contracts. Members also voted to move the April 8, 2025, board meeting to April 1, 2025. A proposal for a Montessori thematic program at Twillman Elementary School was presented.

• Approved consent agenda items A-F, including warrants, personnel recommendations, and surplus items (7-0)
• Approved contracts for Paolo Alto Layer-7 NGFW, School Links ICAP, and Frontline 25-26 (7-0)
• Approved supplies-services-repairs over $15,000 (7-0)
• Approved changing the April 8, 2025 board meeting date to April 1, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved February 4, 2025 Board of Education and Executive minutes (7-0)
• Approved February 10, 2025 Executive minutes (7-0)

Board of Education Hearing

The Board of Education will hold a personnel hearing, then may move into executive session to discuss litigation, real estate, hiring, firing, discipline, and other exempt matters.

• Personnel hearing (no specific employees named)

Board of Education Meeting

The Hazelwood School District Board will hold a public meeting at 6:30 p.m. on February 4, 2025, following an executive session. Key items include a board discussion on a Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy, and approval of a consent agenda covering warrants, personnel recommendations, minutes, and several contracts. Contracts include stage curtain replacement, security vehicle purchases, postage meter lease, supplies/repairs over $15,000, and an OpenGate system update. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Board discussion on Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy
• Consent agenda includes contracts for stage curtain replacement, security vehicle purchases, postage meter lease, supplies/repairs over $15,000, and OpenGate system update
• Approval of warrants (board check register) and personnel recommendations
• Recognition of National School Counseling Week and student/staff achievements
• Strategic Plan update presented by assistant superintendents

The Board of Education approved a series of consent agenda items, including personnel recommendations and various service contracts. The meeting also included updates on the Hazelwood Now Strategic Plan and recognition of student and staff achievements.

• Approved agenda for February 4, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved to move into executive session for litigation, real estate, and personnel matters (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A, C, D, and E (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations (consent item B) (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved warrants
• Approved Board of Education minutes for Dec 10, 2024, Jan 13, 2025, and Jan 21, 2025
• Approved Board of Education Executive Minutes for Jan 13, 2025, and Jan 21, 2025
• Approved contracts for stage curtains, security vehicles, postage meter lease, OpenGate system update, and supplies-services-repairs over $15,000

Board of Education Meeting

The Board of Education will meet to discuss a Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy. The agenda includes several items for action via consent, such as personnel recommendations, warrants, and various facility contracts.

• Discussion of Board Solidarity Statement and Racial Equity Policy
• Contracts for tennis court, discus, and shotput replacement
• High school athletic facility improvements
• Opportunity Center electric panel replacement
• Jobs Connect USA Staffing Solutions LLC and legal services contract

The Board of Education approved contracts for Jobs Connect USA Staffing Solutions LLC and the Tueth and Keeney Law Firm. A consent agenda was also passed, covering personnel recommendations, warrants, and various facility and service contracts.

• Approved contracts with Jobs Connect and Tueth and Keeney Law Firm (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-F including warrants and personnel recommendations (7-0)
• Approved contracts for Education Plus, Titan HQ, and WWT-Cisco SmartNet Renewal (7-0)
• Approved contracts for Tennis Court, Discus, and ShotPut Replacement (7-0)
• Approved High School Athletic Facility Improvements (7-0)
• Approved Opportunity Center Electric Panel Replacement (7-0)
• Approved HopSkipDive contract (7-0)
• Approved supplies, services, and repairs over $15,000 (7-0)

Board of Education Planning Retreat

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education is holding a planning retreat that includes open session and possible closed executive sessions for legal, personnel, and real estate matters. The main substantive item is a preliminary report from budget subcommittees and discussion of the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget.

• Preliminary Report from Budget Subcommittees and Fiscal Year 25-26 Budget Discussion
• Executive session for litigation, leasing, real estate, hiring/firing, student discipline, and records (RSMo 610.021)
• Potential second executive session if necessary