Wentzville R-IV School District public meetings in 2024
30 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Wentzville Board of Education will consider and vote on a bond resolution for a no-tax-rate-increase bond issue, along with the FY 2024 annual independent audit. The board will also hold second-read votes on several policies, including instructional staff salary schedules and compulsory attendance ages, and first-read discussions on policies regarding service animals and student educational records.
- Vote on a bond resolution for a no-tax-rate-increase bond issue (item 13.1)
- Presentation and approval of the Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Independent Audit (item 13.2)
- Second-read approval of Policy 4505 - Instructional Staff Salary Schedules (item 12.1)
- Second-read approval of Policy 2220 - Compulsory Attendance Ages (item 12.2)
- First-read discussion of Policy 6145 - Service Animals and Therapy Dogs in Schools (item 13.3)
Board of Education Work Session
The Wentzville Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss board priorities, academic services, and a proposed bond issue that would not increase the tax rate. No votes are expected; the session is for discussion only.
- Discussion of Board Priorities
- Academic Services discussion
- No Tax Rate Increase Bond Issue discussion
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Wentzville Board of Education will hold a closed session for personnel, student, and legal matters before opening the public meeting at 6:30 p.m. The board will vote on a second reading of Policy 6123 on Holocaust Education and a resolution for the Board of Directors election. The consent agenda includes multiple contracts, change orders for the new Reach and Early Childhood Center, and personnel recommendations.
- Second reading and vote on Policy 6123 - Holocaust Education
- Approval of change orders #7, #8, and #9 for the new Reach and Early Childhood Center
- Contract with Collective Therapy
- First reading of Policy 4505 - Instructional Staff Salary Schedules
- Board of Directors Election Resolution
Special Board of Education Meeting
The Wentzville R-IV School District Board of Education is meeting in closed session to discuss personnel and student matters as permitted by Missouri law. The agenda includes a roll call vote to close the meeting and adjournment. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.
- Closed session under RSMo 610.021(1), (3), (6), and (13)
- Roll call vote required to close meeting
- Personnel matters (RSMo 610.021(3) and (13))
- Student matters (RSMo 610.021(6))
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Wentzville R-IV School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on October 24, 2024, starting with a closed session at 4:30 PM followed by an open session at 6:30 PM. The board will consider a consent agenda including numerous contracts, a budget adjustment, bond defeasance, and personnel actions. They will also hold second readings of several policies and first readings of new policies on topics like teacher salary and Holocaust education.
- Approval of 2024-25 Budget Adjustment #1
- Approval of Bond Defeasance
- Contract for O'Fallon SRO at Frontier Middle School and Liberty High School
- Second reading of policies on employment procedures, instructional staff assignments, and more
- First reading of new policy on minimum teacher salary
Special Board of Education Meeting
The Wentzville R-IV School District Board of Education is meeting virtually to discuss personnel matters in a closed session, citing state law exemptions. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled on the agenda.
- Closed session for personnel pursuant to RSMo 610.021(3) and (13)
Special Board of Education Meeting
The Wentzville R-IV School District Board of Education is meeting virtually to discuss personnel matters in a closed session, citing state law exemptions. The agenda includes only procedural items: a call to order, a motion to enter closed session, and adjournment. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.
- Closed session for personnel pursuant to RSMo 610.021(3) and (13)
- Roll call vote required to enter closed session
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Wentzville R-IV School District Board of Education will hold a tax rate hearing and then vote on proposed property tax rates. The board will also consider a consent agenda with numerous contracts, including agreements for services and events, and review several policies. Two resident agenda items are scheduled: one on free, fair, and equal education, and another on foster care and the Chautauqua program.
- Tax rate hearing and approval of proposed property tax rates
- Contracts: The Behavior Helper, LLC; Speak Wonders, LLC; Old Hickory Golf Club (2025 HHS Prom); TKO DJs; Metro DJs; Everyday Elegance Photo Booth; TRXC Race Management; Stoney Creek Hotel Group; City of Wentzville Progress Park Center; High Road School of Wright City; Arbiter Sports; Minna Belko
- MOUs for Nurses (2023-2026), Educational Support Counselors (2023-2025), Certified Staff (2024-2027)
- Bid for district trash and recycling services
- Policy first reads: 4120, 4210, 4322, 4140, 7231; second reads: 6180, 5550
Board of Education Work Session
The Wentzville R-IV School District Board of Education is meeting for a work session that begins with a closed session under Missouri law for legal and personnel discussions, followed by an open session to approve the agenda and attend a MSBA workshop. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific policy or financial items listed for public discussion.
- Closed session under RSMo 610.021 (1) for legal matters
- Closed session under RSMo 610.021 (3) (13) for personnel matters
- Approval of open session agenda
- MSBA workshop
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Board of Education will conduct a closed session followed by an open session. The agenda includes the review of various service contracts, facility change orders, and several policy readings.
- Consent Agenda containing multiple service contracts
- Change orders for Reach Facility and Early Childhood Center
- Change orders for Holt High School site improvements and shop work
- Bid for a refrigerated truck for the Child Nutrition Department
- Second read of Equal Opportunity policies 1300 and 1301
Special Board of Education Meeting
The Wentzville R-IV School Board will hold a special meeting to vote on a consent agenda that includes a district cleaning services contract, professional learning and literacy software approvals, and testing terms for PreACT, ACT, and WorkKeys. The board will also consider personnel recommendations and resignations before entering closed session for personnel matters.
- Contract for District Cleaning Services
- Approval of 95 Percent Group Year 2 Professional Learning and Coaching
- Approval of Lexia PowerUp Literacy
- Approval of PreACT, ACT, and ACT WorkKeys Testing Terms and Conditions
- Personnel recommendations and resignations for August 2024
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Wentzville R-IV School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with a closed session for legal, student, and personnel matters, followed by an open session. The board will consider a large consent agenda including numerous contracts for services such as therapy, education, and facilities, as well as financial reports and personnel actions. They will also receive a discipline update, discuss the CSIP strategic plan, and hold first readings on several policies.
- Contract renewals and new agreements with therapy and education providers (Select Rehabilitation, Speak Wonders, LinkUp Teletherapy, etc.)
- Approval of SRO (School Resource Officer) for Frontier Middle and Liberty High School
- Approval of City of Wentzville Law Enforcement Services Amendment #2
- Approval of Heritage Primary School nurse renovation and expansion
- First readings of policies on equal opportunity, ESL, and meal charges
Special Board of Education Meeting
The Wentzville R-IV School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting to consider routine business. The board will vote on the consent agenda, which includes a budget adjustment and final bill lists, and will consider appointing Tim Reller as District Treasurer. The meeting is open to the public via live stream.
- Appointment of Tim Reller as District Treasurer
- Approval of 2023-24 Budget Adjustment #5
- Approval of FY-24 AP and PR final bill lists
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Wentzville R-IV School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with a closed session for legal, real estate, and personnel matters, followed by an open session. The board will vote on the 2024-2025 budget, approve numerous contracts and bids, and consider second readings of policies on public participation and ethics. A presentation on the Code of Conduct and a discussion of the Continuous School Improvement Plan are also scheduled.
- 2024-2025 Budget Approval
- Second Reading: Meetings: Participation by Public Policy 0412
- Second Reading: Code of Ethics Policy 0340
- Contract - Change order #3 for Frontier Middle School traffic signal
- Approval Bid - Pearce Hall accessible ramp and Wentzville Middle School exterior access stair and door
Board of Education Work Session
The Wentzville R-IV School District Board of Education is holding a work session on June 5, 2024, starting with a closed session at 4:30 p.m. to discuss legal, student, and personnel matters under state law. The open session at 5:30 p.m. includes agenda approval and MSBA workshop training, followed by adjournment. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific policy decisions or public items listed.
- Closed session for legal, student, and personnel matters (RSMo 610.021)
- Open session agenda approval
- MSBA Workshop Training
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Wentzville R-IV School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with a closed session first, followed by an open session. The board will consider a large consent agenda including numerous contracts for site improvements, change orders, and bids, as well as personnel recommendations, curriculum approvals, and policy readings. A bond discussion and a second reading of a transfer student policy are also on the agenda.
- Contract for site improvements at Boone Trail Elementary and Timberland High School
- Contract for site improvements at Holt High School and Liberty High School
- Change order #2 for Frontier Middle School traffic signal
- Approval of bid for district copy paper
- Second reading of Board Policy 2245 on transfer students
Board of Education Work Session
The Wentzville R-IV School District Board of Education is holding a work session to discuss and review policies on public comment and the code of ethics. The meeting includes a closed session for legal and personnel matters, followed by an open session for policy discussions.
- Closed session for legal and personnel matters (RSMo 610.021(1), (3), (13))
- Discussion of public comment board policy and guidelines
- Discussion of code of ethics policy and samples
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Wentzville R-IV School District Board of Education will hold its regular meeting on April 18, 2024, starting with a closed session at 4:30 PM and an open session at 6:30 PM. The board will consider a consent agenda with numerous contracts, budget adjustments, and personnel items, and will discuss policies on ethics and public participation. A first reading of a revised transfer student policy is also scheduled.
- Approval of 2023-24 Budget Adjustment #3
- Contracts for new playground equipment at four elementary schools
- Change order #001 for the new Reach Facility and Early Childhood Center
- Termination of contract with Cushman and Wakefield U.S. Inc.
- First reading of revised Board Policy 2245 on transfer students
Special Board of Education Meeting
The Wentzville R-IV School District Board of Education is holding a special reorganization meeting to certify the April 2, 2024 election results, swear in newly elected board members, and elect officers. The board will also make appointments for the district treasurer and authorized representative for state/federal programs.
- Certify election results: Brad Welsh (4,884 votes), David A. Biesenthal (4,876), Cindy Reidy (3,851), Leigh Palitzsch (3,536)
- Administer oath of office to newly elected board members
- Elect board president, vice president, secretary, MSBA delegate, and alternate
- Appoint Dr. LaBrot as Authorized Representative for State/Federal Programs
- Appoint Richard Angevine as District Treasurer
Special Board of Education Meeting
The Wentzville R-IV School District Board of Education is holding an emergency special meeting on April 11, 2024, at 8 p.m. without the usual 24-hour notice, as permitted by the Open Meetings Act, to consider an urgent personnel matter. The board will vote to enter closed session for legal and personnel discussions, then adjourn. No public action or decision is listed on the agenda.
- Emergency special meeting without 24-hour notice
- Motion to enter closed session for legal and personnel matters
- Closed session citing RSMo 610.021 (1) and personnel exceptions (3) and (13)
Special Board of Education Meeting
The Wentzville R-IV School District Board of Education is holding a special virtual meeting on April 9, 2024. The agenda consists solely of a motion to enter closed session for legal and personnel matters, followed by adjournment; no public business or decisions are listed.
- Closed session for legal matters under RSMo 610.021 (1)
- Closed session for personnel matters under RSMo 610.021 (3) (13)
Board of Education Work Session
The Wentzville R-IV School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting with a closed session for legal and personnel matters, followed by an open session. The main item is a vote on a bond resolution for Prop L, a $230 million no-tax-rate-increase bond issue to fund school renovations and improvements. Public comments will be limited to Prop L, with general comments deferred to the April 18 meeting.
- Closed session for legal (RSMo 610.021(1)) and personnel (RSMo 610.021(3)(13)) matters
- Public comment period limited to Prop L bond issue
- Motion to approve bond resolution for $230,000,000 general obligation bonds
- Bond funds for renovating Heritage Elementary, Holt High School, Wentzville Middle School, Boone Trail Elementary, and expanding Liberty High School, Timberland High School, Frontier Middle School
- Estimated debt service levy unchanged at $0.9304 per $100 assessed valuation
Special Board of Education Meeting
The Wentzville R-IV School District Board of Education is holding a special virtual meeting on March 28, 2024, at 4:30 PM. The agenda consists solely of a motion to enter closed session for legal and personnel matters, followed by the closed session and adjournment. No public discussion or action items are listed.
- Closed session under RSMo 610.021 (1) for legal matters
- Closed session under RSMo 610.021 (3) (13) for personnel matters
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Wentzville R-IV School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with a closed session first, followed by an open session. The board will consider a consent agenda with numerous contracts, approve a preliminary tax rate, and vote on a bond resolution for a no-tax-rate-increase bond issue. They will also vote on agreements with the WNEA for certified staff, educational support counselors, and nurses.
- Preliminary tax rate of $4.6532 to submit to St. Charles County Clerk
- Bond Resolution for no tax rate increase bond issue
- Contract with USI for self-funded insurance
- Contracts for Chromebooks, laptops, and flat panel TVs
- WNEA Certified Staff, ESC, and Nurses Agreements
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Wentzville R-IV School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on February 22, 2024, starting with a closed session at 4:30 PM and open session at 6:30 PM. The board will consider approving a bid and a contract with PSI, Inc. for the construction of the new REACH Facility and ECC Learning Center. The agenda also includes a consent agenda with numerous contracts and approvals, resident agenda items on Sunshine Law and information disclosure, and reports on finance, discipline, and ESSER.
- Motion to approve REACH and Early Childhood Center bid
- Contract with PSI, Inc. for construction of new REACH Facility and ECC Learning Center
- Consent agenda includes contracts for Collective Therapy Speech Pathology, Quail Ridge and Broemmelsiek Park, Athletic Ticketing, and others
- Change order #1 for Frontier Middle School traffic signal
- Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission cost share agreement for Frontier Middle School
Special Board of Education Meeting
The Wentzville R-IV School District Board of Education is meeting for a special session. The agenda consists solely of a closed session to discuss legal and personnel matters, followed by adjournment. No public action or discussion is scheduled.
- Closed session under RSMo 610.021 (1) for legal matters
- Closed session under RSMo 610.021 (3) (13) for personnel matters
Board of Education Work Session
The Wentzville R-IV School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting with a work session to consider approving a counseling curriculum. The agenda includes a public comment period specifically related to the counseling curriculum, followed by a vote on the curriculum. The meeting will then move into a closed session for legal and personnel matters.
- Public comment period on counseling curriculum
- Motion to approve Counseling Curriculum as presented
- Closed session for legal (RSMo 610.021 (1)) and personnel (RSMo 610.021 (3) (13)) matters
Special Board of Education Meeting
The Wentzville R-IV School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting on February 1, 2024, at 4:30 PM. The agenda consists solely of a motion to enter closed session for legal and personnel matters, followed by the closed session and adjournment. No public action or discussion items are listed.
- Closed session under RSMo 610.021 (1) for legal matters
- Closed session under RSMo 610.021 (3) (13) for personnel matters
Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Wentzville R-IV School District Board of Education will hold its regular meeting on January 18, 2024, starting with a closed session at 4:30 PM and open session at 6:30 PM. The board will consider a consent agenda with numerous contracts, a budget adjustment, and personnel items, as well as old business including policy adoptions and a CSIP update. New business includes a discipline update, ESSER update, a Behavior Helper contract, a self-funding benefits presentation, and selection of outside law firms. The meeting also includes public comment and recognitions for lifesaving efforts.
- 2023-2024 Budget Adjustment #2
- Contract - SafeDefend Safety Wall Boxes and Emergency Notification System
- Bid - Holt High School Welding shop and FACS renovation bid
- Policy Second Reading: Policy 6533 (ELA) and Policy 6532 (MTSS)
- Law Firm Selection: Tueth, Keeney, Cooper, Mohan & Jackstadt, P.C. (primary) and Kriha Boucek LLC (secondary)
Board of Education Work Session
The Wentzville R-IV School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting to move into a closed session. The closed session is for legal and personnel matters, as permitted by Missouri law. No other business is listed on the agenda.
- Closed session for legal matters under RSMo 610.021 (1)
- Closed session for personnel matters under RSMo 610.021 (3) (13)