Topeka Unified SD 501 public meetings in 2024
25 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Board of Education of USD 501 (Topeka Public Schools) met on December 19, 2024, and approved a consent agenda that included several financial items. The most notable action was the approval of up to $159,800 for filing, processing, and legal fees to recruit international teachers. The board also approved routine financial reports, including the November 2024 bank reconciliation, budget status reports, and a claims listing.
- Approved $159,800 for international teacher processing/screening/legal fees (General, SPED, and ESSER funds).
- Approved $36,137.50 annual renewal for elevator maintenance with KONE, Inc.
- Approved $20,663.50 annual renewal for Beanstack reading-challenge subscription.
- Approved bank reconciliation, unencumbered cash report, budget status reports, and treasurer's report for November 2024.
- Approved claims listing for December 19, 2024.
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Topeka USD 501 Board of Education approved consent agenda items including $26,355 in legal fees for H-1B visa processing for international teachers, $25,344 in concurrent enrollment tuition for Topeka High students at Washburn University, and an emergency $20,237 fire alarm panel replacement at Jardine Middle School. The board also entered a 60-minute closed executive session to discuss confidential personnel matters.
- $26,355 in legal fees for H-1B visa processing for seven international teachers, paid from ESSER III funds
- $25,344 for fall 2024 concurrent enrollment tuition for Topeka High students at Washburn University, paid from Title I funds
- $20,237 emergency repair to replace a failed fire alarm control panel at Jardine Middle School
- Approval of a $9,000 modification to extend the REFORM Grant through Kansas State University for recruiting teachers
- Board recessed into 60-minute executive session under the personnel exception of the Kansas Open Meetings Act
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Topeka Board of Education met on November 21, 2024, and approved a consent agenda that included financial reports and a $30,845 annual renewal of JAMF software used to manage district iPads. The board also recognized several staff and students, including a Top 20 Under 40 honoree and a Senior of the Month. An executive session was held to discuss confidential personnel matters.
- Approved $30,845 annual renewal of JAMF Software Suite for managing district iPads (Capital Outlay fund).
- Approved bank reconciliation, unencumbered cash report, fund transfers, budget status, treasurer's report, and claims listing for October 2024.
- Recognized Mrs. Gabrielle Tanner, principal of Sheldon and Pine Ridge Prep, as a 2023 Topeka's Top 20 Under 40 honoree.
- Recognized Ranae Easter of Highland Park High School as Senior of the Month for September.
- Held a 60-minute executive session to discuss confidential personnel matters under the Kansas Open Meetings Act.
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Topeka USD 501 Board of Education approved consent items including $109,430 in professional services contracts for major maintenance projects at Chase Middle School, Topeka High School, Topeka West High School, Burnett Center, and Hope Street. The board also recognized a Senior of the Month and a Native American educator, and accepted a proclamation for Native American Heritage Month.
- $28,680 engineering contract with Pearson Kent McKinley Raaf Engineers for Chase Middle School HVAC and Topeka High School auditorium lighting
- $36,750 architecture/engineering contract with Slemmons Associates for a new ADA ramp and sidewalk canopy at Topeka West High School
- $44,000 engineering contract with Latimer Sommers & Associates for HVAC and chiller replacements at Topeka High School, Burnett Center, and Hope Street
- Approval of claims listing and personnel report
- Proclamation recognizing November as Native American Heritage Month
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Topeka USD 501 Board of Education met on October 17, 2024, and approved a consent agenda that included financial reports for September 2024, a claims listing, fund transfers, and a personnel report. The board also recessed into executive session to discuss confidential personnel matters. The meeting included a recognition of Custodian Appreciation Day.
- Approved bank reconciliation and unencumbered cash reports for September 2024
- Approved General and Supplemental General Fund transfers for September 2024
- Approved claims listing for October 17, 2024
- Approved personnel report including assignments and changes
- Recognized October 2 as National Custodial Worker's Recognition Day
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Topeka USD 501 Board of Education met on October 3, 2024, and approved a consent agenda that included purchases, personnel changes, and financial reports. Key items included $92,862 for additional ELA resource kits from Benchmark Education, $37,500 for the EdgeUBadge professional development platform renewal, and $63,178 for emergency boiler replacement equipment at the Capitol Federal Natatorium. The board also approved a classified staff salary increase resolution and recognized Highland Park High School senior Renea Easter as Senior of the Month.
- Approved $92,862 for Benchmark Education ELA resource kits (Textbook Fund and ESSER)
- Approved $37,500 for EdgeUBadge professional development platform renewal (Forward Edge)
- Approved $63,178 for emergency boiler replacement equipment at Capitol Federal Natatorium
- Approved Resolution 25-005 for classified staff salary increase
- Recognized Renea Easter as Senior of the Month and proclaimed October as National Principals Month
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Topeka USD 501 Board of Education met on September 19, 2024, and approved several consent agenda items, including financial reports and purchases. The board also held a 30-minute executive session to discuss confidential personnel matters. Public comments were accepted, and the board recognized National Hispanic Heritage Month and an award for the district's law enforcement program.
- Approved $87,450 annual renewal for Zenworks and Identity Manager software from Novacoast (Capital Outlay fund).
- Approved $23,000 for principal professional development from United School Administrators of Kansas (ESSER III funds).
- Approved $42,490 for playground equipment at Shaner Early Learning Academy and Parents As Teachers, partially funded by a $4,000 donation from SW Kiwanis of Topeka.
- Approved claims listing, treasurer's report, bank reconciliation, unencumbered cash report, and budget status summary for August 2024.
- Held 30-minute executive session under Kansas Open Meetings Act personnel exception.
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Topeka USD 501 Board of Education will hold two public hearings: one on exceeding the Revenue Neutral Rate for the 2024-2025 budget, and one on adopting the 2024-2025 school budget. The board will also consider consent agenda items including purchases for basketball shot clocks and international teacher fees, and a personnel report.
- Public hearing to approve exceeding the Revenue Neutral Rate for 2024-2025
- Public hearing on adoption of the 2024-2025 school budget
- Purchase of basketball shot clocks for Topeka West and Highland Park High Schools for $29,134.34
- Payment of $33,960.00 to Austin & Ferguson, LLC for international teacher filing/processing fees
- Approval of personnel assignments and changes
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Topeka USD 501 Board of Education approved consent items including purchases and financial reports. Key purchases include locking cell phone pouches for students, annual software renewals, and a used school bus. The board also held executive sessions to discuss negotiations and personnel.
- $63,625 for Yondr locking cell phone pouches to reduce student distraction, funded by ESSER III
- $269,911 annual renewal of Synergy Student Information System from Edupoint
- $86,550 for a used 77-passenger bus to replace a non-operational bus
- $48,800 annual renewal of FastBridge assessment system for K-12 district-wide
- $34,465 for Xello Individual Plan of Study curriculum platform renewal
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Topeka USD 501 Board of Education is meeting to approve several consent agenda items, including purchases and contracts. Key actions include approving $19,675 for boiler tube replacements at Topeka High School and TCALC, a $161,948.50 renewal for NWEA MAP Growth assessments, and a $108,732 fresh bread contract with Bimbo Bakeries. The board also approved a $60,400 purchase of two security vehicles for the district police and a $21,900 used van for student transportation.
- $19,675 for boiler tube replacements at Topeka High School and TCALC due to leaks
- $161,948.50 annual renewal of NWEA MAP Growth K-12 assessments for reading and math
- $108,732 fresh bread contract with Bimbo Bakeries for student lunches, with optional renewals
- $60,400 for two replacement security vehicles for Topeka Public Schools Police
- $21,900 for a used 8-passenger van to replace a non-operational vehicle for student transport
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Topeka USD 501 Board of Education met on July 25, 2024, and approved a consent agenda that included financial reports and the renewal of excess workers compensation coverage for $193,960. The board also recognized Ms. Annette Wiles for her induction into the Kansas Sports Hall of Fame and held a 60-minute executive session for confidential personnel matters.
- Approved $193,960 renewal for excess workers compensation coverage with Midwest Employers Casualty and Brier-Payne Meade Insurance
- Approved consent agenda including bank reconciliation, unencumbered cash, fund transfers, budget status, treasurer's report, and claims listing for June 2024
- Recognized Ms. Annette Wiles, HSP Director, as Kansas Sports Hall of Fame inductee
- Held executive session for 60 minutes to discuss confidential personnel matters
- Swore in new board member at 5:30 pm
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Topeka Public Schools Board of Education will hear from applicants for the vacant District 3 board position and consider a consent agenda that includes over $225,000 in purchases, a personnel report, and approval of prior meeting minutes. The board also entered executive session to discuss confidential personnel matters.
- Purchase of a used 77-passenger bus for $61,487.00 from Midwest Transportation Equipment for SPED transportation
- Purchase of 175 iPads with accessories for $83,632.50 from Apple, Inc. for PreK-1 teachers
- Purchase of Black History 365 resources for 2nd grade for $44,670.51
- Annual renewal of Horizon software for $35,470.74 for the school lunch program
- Contract with AMR for standby services at Hummer Sports Park High School football games for Fall 2024
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Topeka Board of Education is meeting to approve routine financial reports and consent agenda items, including flooring replacements at five schools, a $170,000 renewal for an early learning platform, and H-1B filing fees for nine teachers. All items were approved unanimously.
- Flooring replacement at Hope Street Academy, Chase Middle School, Jardine Middle School, and State Street Elementary for $33,011 total; Quincy Elementary deferred for asbestos abatement
- Annual renewal of Footsteps2Brilliance early learning platform for $170,000 (ESSER III funds)
- H-1B filing fees of $36,690 for nine SPED and general education teachers
- Specialized learning services contract with Southeast Kansas Educational Service Center (Greenbush) for $24,000
- Approved May 2024 bank reconciliation, unencumbered cash, budget status, treasurer's report, and claims listing
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Topeka USD 501 Board of Education met on June 6, 2024, and approved a consent agenda with several purchases and financial items. The board also held a 60-minute executive session for confidential personnel matters and recognized staff and community members with awards. The meeting included public comments and routine procedural items.
- Approved $108,560.50 renewal for student accident and catastrophic medical/athletic insurance for 2024-2025
- Approved $31,319.00 for two commercial lawn mowers from Topeka Powersports
- Approved $800,000.00 annual renewal of milk/dairy contract with Hiland Dairy
- Approved $313,575.05 for Black History 365 textbooks/resources for grades 3-8
- Approved $183,644.64 for Studies Weekly K-5 resources
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Topeka USD 501 Board of Education met on May 16, 2024, to handle routine business, including approving the consent agenda with April financial reports and recognizing outstanding students and community partners. The board also entered executive session to discuss confidential personnel matters.
- Approved consent agenda including bank reconciliation, unencumbered cash, budget status, and treasurer's report for April 2024
- Recognized Caleb Annan-NooNoo as May Senior of the Month at Topeka West High School
- Recognized ShareFest partners for beautification projects at multiple schools
- Proclaimed May as National Speech-Language-Hearing Month
- Entered executive session for confidential personnel matters
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Topeka USD 501 Board of Education met on May 2, 2024, and approved a consent agenda that included financial claims, personnel changes, proclamations, and several purchases. The board also held an executive session for confidential personnel matters and recognized employees for 25 years of service.
- Approved $109,071.50 annual renewal for Crowdstrike Endpoint Protection software from Carahsoft Technology Corporation, funded by Capital Outlay.
- Approved $22,477.50 annual renewal for ARIS Resource Hub subscription from Stages Learning, funded by ESSER III.
- Approved claims listing and personnel report as part of consent agenda.
- Recognized 25-year employees and proclaimed Teacher Appreciation Week.
- Held executive session for confidential personnel matters.
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Topeka USD 501 Board of Education meeting on April 18, 2024, included a 60-minute executive session on confidential personnel matters, followed by routine procedural items and a consent agenda. The board approved financial reports, purchases, and personnel items, including the installation of vape detection devices at Topeka High School.
- Approved $20,086.89 purchase of vape detection devices from American Digital Security for Topeka High School restrooms, funded by the Topeka High Activity Fund.
- Approved bank reconciliation, unencumbered cash, budget transfers, budget status reports, treasurer's report, and claims listing for March 2024.
- Recognized English Learner staff and a donation from Kansas Central Transportation's CEO.
- Held a 60-minute executive session for confidential personnel matters under Kansas Open Meetings Act exception.
- Adopted the agenda and approved consent items as a single motion.
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Topeka USD 501 Board of Education met on April 4, 2024, and approved a consent agenda that included a $125,000 renewal of the employee benefit consulting services agreement with USI Insurance Services, a $26,026.40 renewal for Follett library resource management software, the personnel report, and proclamations. The board also held a 60-minute executive session for confidential personnel matters and recognized student and staff achievements.
- Renewal of employee benefit consulting services agreement with USI Insurance Services LLC for $125,000, paid in four quarterly payments of $31,250
- Annual renewal of Follett Destiny library resource management software for $26,026.40
- Approval of claims listing for April 4, 2024, covering in-between dates 3/19-3/28 and wires
- Proclamation recognizing Paraprofessionals Day (April 3, 2024)
- Proclamation recognizing April 6-12, 2024 as Week of the Young Child
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Topeka USD 501 Board of Education is meeting to handle routine business, including approving financial reports and a $205,306 annual renewal for Tyler Munis software. The board will also recognize staff and schools for recent awards and enter a closed session for confidential personnel matters.
- Annual renewal for Tyler Munis HR and Finance software and maintenance support from Tyler Technologies, Inc. for $205,306.00
- Approval of February 2024 financial reports: bank reconciliation, unencumbered cash, budget status, treasurer's report, and claims listing
- Recognition of Parents as Teachers Program as a Blue Ribbon Affiliate for another 5 years
- Recognition of Highland Park High School as ACT's School of Excellence for the American College Application Campaign
- Recess to executive session for 60 minutes to discuss confidential personnel matters
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Topeka USD 501 Board of Education is meeting to approve routine financial and purchasing items, including a $4.1 million annual renewal of the child nutrition prime vendor contract with US Foods/Premier, Inc., and several other purchases. The board also held an executive session for confidential personnel matters and recognized students and staff.
- Approved $4,100,000 annual renewal of US Foods/Premier, Inc. child nutrition prime vendor contract (7/1/24-6/30/25)
- Approved $39,989.23 for musical instruments for secondary schools district-wide
- Approved $21,591.00 emergency repair of Highland Park gym floor (Acme Floor Co., Inc.)
- Approved $27,962.00 purchase of locally sourced beef from Booth Creek Wagyu Retail, LLC using USDA grant funds
- Recognized McCall Beall as Senior of the Month at Topeka High School and Amber Workman as Kansas Food Service Manager of the Year
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Topeka USD 501 Board of Education met on February 15, 2024, to handle routine business, including approving financial reports and recognizing student achievements. The board also recessed into executive session to discuss confidential personnel matters. A personnel report item was pulled from the consent agenda for a separate vote so one member could recuse herself.
- Approved bank reconciliation, unencumbered cash, fund transfers, budget status, treasurer's report, and claims listing for January 2024
- Recessed into executive session for 30 minutes to discuss confidential personnel matters
- Recognized Topeka High junior Emma Ludlum as a National Merit Scholar finalist
- Recognized the 3rd annual Steps for Stegman 5K for ALS Awareness at Jardine Elementary
- Acknowledged a CTE proclamation for career and technical education
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Topeka USD 501 Board of Education meeting on February 1, 2024, included a 30-minute executive session for confidential employee matters, followed by public session. The board approved consent agenda items, including financial claims, purchases, personnel report, proclamations, and minutes. Notable actions include approving $22,678 for boiler controls at Shaner Early Learning and $32,201.14 for emergency bottled water district-wide due to a boil alert.
- Approved $22,678.00 for Automated Logic controls for new boilers at Shaner Early Learning from Control Service Company
- Approved $32,201.14 for emergency bottled water from US Foods & Pepsi due to January 14, 2024 KDHE boil alert
- Approved claims listing for in-betweens, board pays, and wires
- Approved personnel report and supplemental personnel agenda
- Approved proclamations for Black History Month and National School Counselor Week
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Topeka Board of Education met to elect a new Board President and Vice President. The Board also entered executive session to discuss student discipline appeals and personnel matters.
- Election of Board President (kt)
- Election of Board Vice President (RS)
- Executive session for student discipline appeal
- Executive session for confidential personnel matters
- Approval of December 2023 bank reconciliation and budget status reports
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Board of Education held a retreat for training purposes only. No official actions were scheduled to be taken during this session.
- Kansas Association of School Boards Training led by Dr. Marcia Weseman
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Topeka USD 501 Board of Education met on January 4, 2024, and approved a consent agenda that included over $437,000 in purchases for analytics software, HVAC controls, and world language resources. The board also voted to recess into a 60-minute executive session to discuss confidential personnel matters, and recognized Victoria Hird as the Senior of the Month.
- Approved $66,858 for Synergy Analytics subscription from Edupoint Technologies
- Approved $90,102 for electromechanical controls at Eisenhower Middle School
- Approved $108,337 for Automated Logic controls at Lowman Hill Elementary
- Approved $83,772 for Daikin rooftop and air handling units for Eisenhower Middle School
- Approved $88,720.90 for world language resources from Wayside Publishing