Kansas City Kansas Public Schools public meetings in 2020

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Board of Education holds a regular meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes approval of the meeting agenda (already voted), recognitions of employee and student of the month, and community comment. A community member will read a statement supporting a Safe and Welcoming Ordinance for Wyandotte County, though no board action is scheduled on the ordinance.

• Recognition of Anne Neal and Colleen Meyer as Employees of the Month for instrumental music innovation during COVID-19
• Recognition of students of the month: Moziah Taylor, Mauricio Tiznado, Corbin Garcia, Kai Johnson
• Community comment from Erin Stryka in support of a Safe and Welcoming Ordinance for Wyandotte County
• Approval of regular meeting agenda (unanimous vote)

The Board of Education approved several financial and operational items, including library bills and human resources reports. They also voted to suspend weekly grade submissions for elementary specials. Additionally, the board approved the removal of data caps for 4,200 student hot spots.

• Approved payment of bills for public libraries (7-0)
• Approved KCK Public Library Human Resources Report and Operations Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations via consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved KC Flavors Campaign via consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report via consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for K12 via consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved suspension of weekly grade submission for elementary specials (7-0)
• Approved removing data caps on 4,200 student hot spots (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

This is a special meeting of the Kansas City Kansas Public Schools board. The board approved the special agenda and then held a discussion on KASB Training. The meeting adjourned with no additional decisions or public hearings.

• Discussion of KASB Training (Kansas Association of School Boards)

The board held a special meeting to approve the agenda and discuss KASB training. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved the special agenda (7-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting via Zoom on December 1, 2020. The board approved the regular agenda and recognized employees of the month (David Banks, Tina Lee, Christopher Ledoux, Deborah Quisenberry) and students of the month at various levels. Community comments included a thank-you to Frank Rushton Elementary principal Dr. Tamekia McCauley and a request regarding hazard pay and re-entry.

• Recognition of bus aides David Banks, Tina Lee, Christopher Ledoux, and Deborah Quisenberry as Employees of the Month
• Recognition of November Students of the Month: Michael Naing (ECE), Gael Rodriguez Padilla (elementary), Cristian Perez (middle), Ma'Kaila Bell (high school)
• Community comment from Frank Rushton PTA thanking Principal Dr. Tamekia McCauley
• Community comment from Rachel Russell regarding hazard pay and re-entry

The Board approved a school re-entry plan that delays the return of students to in-person learning until April 5, with instructional staff returning March 22. Other actions included approving K-5 science resources and the reallocation of special education funds for two new positions.

• Approved postponing student in-person learning return to April 5 (7-0)
• Approved instructional staff return for March 22 (7-0)
• Approved rotation model for specific classified operations employees starting mid-December (7-0)
• Approved K-5 Amplify Science Resource (5-2)
• Approved reallocation of SPED funds for Assistant Director of SPED and SPED Compliance Coordinator positions (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for public libraries (7-0)
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools Board of Education held a special meeting to discuss hiring JG Consulting as an executive search firm for a new superintendent. The meeting included the approval of the special agenda and board norms reading.

• Discussion of JG Consulting as superintendent search firm

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education will consider approving the purchase of K-5 Amplify Science materials to replace outdated resources not aligned to current standards. The board will also receive informational updates on Horizon Award winners and the district's early graduation policy.

• Action item: approval of K-5 Amplify Science resource adoption renewal
• Recognition of Horizon Award winners Abigail Morris (Stony Point North) and Rachel Leonard (Schlagle High School)
• Informational update on early graduation policy (JFCA) for 2020-2021
• Community comment policy reminder due to COVID-19 restrictions
• Approval of regular meeting agenda (already passed)

The Board of Education approved a $36,000 leadership development contract with Gering Consulting and established waiver requirements for winter sports participation. Other actions included approving public library bills and operations reports, as well as several Memorandums of Understanding.

• Approved $36,000 Leadership Development Plan contract with Gering Consulting (5-2)
• Approved winter sports recommendations requiring signed student and parent waivers (5-2)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with First Call Alcohol/Drug Prevention (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for public libraries (6-0)
• Approved KCK Public Library Human Resources Report and Operations Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Young Women on the Move (7-0)
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved minutes from six special board meetings held between Sept 3 and Oct 30, 2020 (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The board discussed and approved selecting JG Consulting to represent USD 500 in the superintendent search. Other items included approval of the special agenda and a KASB training session.

• Approved JG Consulting as the firm for superintendent search
• Approved the special agenda
• Board discussion on superintendent search
• KASB training discussion

The Board approved the selection of JG Consulting to represent USD 500 in the search for a new superintendent. The board also approved the meeting agenda.

• Approved Special Agenda (7-0)
• Approved JG Consulting as the firm for the Superintendent Search (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special meeting to receive presentations from two executive search firms, Bakertilly and JG Consulting, regarding the superintendent search. The board will also approve the special agenda and read board norms.

• Presentation from Bakertilly on superintendent search
• Presentation from JG Consulting on superintendent search
• Approval of the special meeting agenda
• Reading of board norms and protocols

The Board approved the special meeting agenda and received presentations from two executive search firms, Bakertilly and JG Consulting, regarding the Superintendent of Schools search. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved the Special Agenda (6-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools board will vote to approve the special meeting agenda. After approval, members will discuss a presentation from KASB, the executive search firm hired to find a new superintendent. The meeting will then be adjourned.

• Approval of the Special Agenda (motion approved)
• Presentation by KASB executive search firm on superintendent search
• Review of Board norms and protocols
• Roll call of board members
• Adjournment of the special meeting

The Board approved the special meeting agenda. Members held a discussion regarding a presentation from KASB, an executive search firm for the Superintendent of Schools.

• Approved Special Agenda (7-0)
• Approved Special Agenda for Superintendent search firm presentation (7-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Board of Education will hear community comments from students and parents requesting the restart of school sports amid COVID-19. The board will also recognize an employee of the month and student of the month, and approve the meeting agenda.

• Recognition of Heather Duwe, 3rd grade teacher at Stony Point South, as Employee of the Month for saving a parent's life
• Recognition of Aaron Urquidi-Monge, Khaled Obaidat, Kaelyn Sandoval, and Dulce Rodriguez as Students of the Month
• Multiple community comments from students and parents urging the board to restart sports in USD 500
• Board to approve the regular meeting agenda via Zoom

The Board of Education approved a contract for sprinkler design and installation at Morse ECC and authorized payments for K12 and public library bills. The board also approved the Human Resources Report and Recommendations and accepted information regarding the Future Leaders Outreach Network Program.

• Approved $98,000 bid from 24/7 Fire Protection, LLC for Morse ECC sprinkler design and installation (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for K12 (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for public libraries (7-0)
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations (5-2)
• Accepted Future Leaders Outreach Network Program as an information item (7-0)
• Approved the regular agenda (7-0)
• Approved recess to Executive Session for non-elected personnel matters (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The board approved the special meeting agenda after a motion by Janey M Humphries, seconded by Wanda Brownlee Paige. The meeting included a review of board norms and protocols, a roll call, and a discussion of responses to a request for proposals. The meeting concluded with an adjournment.

• Approval of the special agenda (motion approved)
• Review of board norms and protocols
• Roll call of board members
• Discussion of RFP responses with possible follow‑up action
• Adjournment of the special meeting

The board met for a special session and approved the meeting agenda. No other substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved the Special Agenda (7-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Board of Education approved a $10,000 donation from the La Familia Dean-Lozoya Foundation to create a dedicated Family Resource Center at JC Harmon High School, and recognized the Parents as Teachers program for receiving a national LOSOS Prize. The board also heard community comments, including a teacher's account of student struggles with virtual learning.

• Approval of $10,000 donation to create a Family Resource Center at JC Harmon High School, with the room named the Michael and Guadalupe Dean Lozoya Family Resource Center
• Recognition of the KCKPS Parents as Teachers program as a national LOSOS Prize award recipient
• Community comment by teacher Zach Davies detailing student hardships during virtual learning, including stress and family crises

The Board of Education approved a phased return to buildings for staff and students starting January 4, 2021. Other actions included approving a $351,458.70 contract with SafetyVision and renewing several memorandums of understanding.

• Approved school re-entry plan: staff return Jan 4, 2021; ECC-2nd students return Jan 19, 2021; remaining students return Jan 25, 2021
• Accepted $351,458.70 low bid from SafetyVision, Inc.
• Approved renaming a room at Harmon High School as The Michael and Guadalupe Dean Lozoya family resource center
• Approved payment of bills for the public libraries
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations
• Accepted JAG-K MOU renewal
• Accepted Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas MOU renewal
• Approved KDHE and Parents As Teachers renewal

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools board is holding a special meeting primarily for KASB training and a discussion on board governance. The agenda includes routine procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and approval of the agenda, but no votes on policies, budgets, or contracts are scheduled.

• KASB Training and Discussion on Board Governance (discussion only, no action)

The board met for a discussion on KASB Training and Board Governance. No substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved the special agenda
• Adjourned the special meeting

Special Meeting Agenda

This special meeting of the Kansas City Kansas Board of Education includes discussion of the superintendent search, acceptance of a presentation on the Main Library, and approval of a low bid for mold remediation at Eugene Ware Elementary. The board also entered executive sessions on non-elected personnel matters. The meeting was called to order and the agenda approved.

• Discussion of Superintendent Search with possible action to follow
• Accept presentation and discussion by Garcia Architecture regarding the Main Library
• Accept low bid of $38,440 from HL Restoration for mold remediation at Eugene Ware Elementary
• Executive session to discuss matters of non-elected personnel (two items)

The Board approved a low bid for mold remediation at Eugene Ware Elementary modular classrooms. Members also approved the purchase of hardware equipment and a Director position upgrade. A presentation regarding the Main Library by Garcia Architecture was accepted.

• Approved low bid for mold remediation at Eugene Ware Elementary modular classrooms (7-0)
• Approved purchase of hardware equipment (7-0)
• Approved upgrade of a Director position (5-2)
• Accepted presentation by Garcia Architecture regarding the Main Library (7-0)
• Approved Special Agenda (7-0)
• Approved notice to waive notice for special meeting (7-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools board will hold a regular meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes approval of the agenda and executive sessions, awards, and community comments. Two community comments address concerns about resuming fall football with safety protocols and technology/connectivity issues for online learning. The board will also consider a policy on public participation.

• Approval of the regular agenda plus two executive sessions (approved).
• Employee of the Month Julie Leach and Student of the Month recognitions.
• Community comment by Cameron Smith on behalf of head football coaches requesting resumption of fall football with safety measures.
• Community comment by Lusia Requenes on technology and connectivity issues affecting students' online learning.
• Temporary amendment to policy BCBI for public participation due to COVID-19.

The Board approved a partnership with Spectrum to provide free internet for families and accepted a proposal to address connectivity issues. Other actions included approving the Innova contract, library human resources and operations reports, and the payment of bills.

• Approved partnership with Spectrum for free internet for KCKPS families (7-0)
• Approved proposal to address connectivity issues (5-2)
• Approved Innova contract (7-0)
• Approved KCK Public Library Human Resources Report and Operations Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for public libraries (7-0)
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations minus line 37 (5-1-1)
• Accepted low bid from Kelly Education for temporary staffing services (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills with corrections (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Board of Education met to review proposed policy changes and discuss student athletics. The board considered athletic schedule options and potential gating criteria for the 2020-2021 school year.

• Acceptance of Third Read for Policy AH update
• Acceptance of Third Read for Policy KN update
• Discussion on athletics schedules and possible gating criteria for 2020-2021

The Board approved third reads for proposed changes to policies AH and KN. Members also voted on athletics updates, including the KSHAA proposal for fall sports and the use of KSDE gating criteria.

• Approved special agenda (6-0)
• Approved third read of proposed changes to Policy AH (7-0)
• Approved third read of proposed changes to Policy KN (7-0)
• Accepted update on Athletics and possible Gating Criteria (4-3)
• Approved KSHAA proposal to participate in fall sports in the spring (7-0)
• Approved utilizing KSDE Gaiting criteria (5-2)
• Approved requirement for at least one board representative on the committee (4-3)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The board discussed updates on the re-entry plan for in-person instruction, technology, meals, and fall sports. A motion to allow athletes to begin workouts on September 14 failed in a 2-5 vote. The meeting also included procedural items, awards, and community comment on a youth mentor program.

• Motion to allow fall sports workouts starting Sept. 14 failed (2-5)
• Update on re-entry phases for student return to school buildings
• Technology update for remote learning
• COPS Award presented
• Community comment by Josh Wikler proposing youth mentor program through KCK United soccer

The Board approved allowing eligible students to begin sports workouts on September 14, 2020. It also accepted the Comprehensive Boundary Process Plan and approved several software and service contracts. Hazard pay for employees was tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved student athlete workouts starting Sept 14 (4-3)
• Accepted Comprehensive Boundary Process Plan (7-0)
• Approved Presagia FMLA and ADA Tracking System contract (7-0)
• Approved KCK Public Library HR report and operations recommendations (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for public libraries and K12 (7-0)
• Approved Loving Guidance, Inc. contract renewal (7-0)
• Approved Edgenuity and Unique Learning System Curriculum renewals (7-0)
• Tabled hazard pay for employees through CARES

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Board of Education met to review multiple proposed policy changes. These updates include adjustments to comply with Title IX regulations and administrative updates submitted by KASB.

• Appointed Jamia Warren as deputy board clerk
• Second read of Proposed Policy AC regarding Title IX regulations
• Second read of proposed change to Policy KN regarding Title IX regulations
• Second read of proposed update to Policy CF
• Second read of proposed update to Policy DFE

The Board appointed Jamia Warren as deputy board clerk. Members also approved the first or second reads of 12 different district policies, including new rules regarding tobacco use.

• Appointed Jamia Warren as deputy board clerk (7-0)
• Accepted first read of Proposed Policy AH (7-0)
• Accepted second read of Proposed Policy KN (7-0)
• Accepted second read of Proposed Policy CF with modification (7-0)
• Accepted second read of Proposed Policy DFE (7-0)
• Accepted second read of Proposed Policy GAAD (7-0)
• Accepted second read of Proposed Policy HAE (7-0)
• Accepted second read of Proposed Policy IC (7-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools Board of Education held a public hearing and approved the 2020-2021 budget as recommended by the superintendent and CFO. The board also heard community comments, including a student plea to reinstate fall sports. One board member voted against the budget; the mill levy was not increased from the prior year.

• Public hearing opened and closed for the 2020-2021 budget
• Board approved the 2020-2021 budget as submitted by CFO Dennis Covington and Executive Director Tracy Kaiser, recommended by Superintendent Charles Foust
• Community comment from student Anderson Jones requesting reconsideration of fall sports suspension
• Community comment from Hattie Smith also addressing fall sports

The Board of Education approved the 2020-2021 budget following a public hearing. Other key actions included approving remote learning assurances and authorizing exterior wall repairs for two schools. The board also accepted a first read of the Comprehensive Boundary Process Plan.

• Approved 2020-2021 Budget (5-1)
• Approved Remote Learning 2020-2021 Assurances Document (7-0)
• Accepted Comprehensive Boundary Process Plan as First Read (7-0)
• Approved $60,545 bid for Sumner Academy exterior wall repair (7-0)
• Approved $212,489 bid for Central Middle School exterior wall repair (7-0)
• Approved KCK Public Library HR report and operations recommendations (7-0)
• Approved renewal of Prep KC Memorandum of Understanding (7-0)
• Approved renewal of DebateKC Agreement for 2020-2021 (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Board of Education held a special meeting via Zoom on August 21, 2020. They approved the appointment of Dr. Alicia Miguel as Interim Superintendent following an executive session to discuss non-elected personnel. The meeting also included approval of the special agenda and adjournment.

• Appointment of Dr. Alicia Miguel as Interim Superintendent
• Executive session to discuss non-elected personnel
• Approval of the special meeting agenda
• Meeting held via Zoom with passcode access

The Board of Education appointed Dr. Alicia Miguel to serve as the Interim Superintendent. The board also held three executive sessions to discuss non-elected personnel matters.

• Appointed Dr. Alicia Miguel as Interim Superintendent (7-0)
• Approved amended special agenda (7-0)
• Approved addition of a second executive session regarding non-elected personnel (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Board of Education held a special meeting via Zoom. The agenda consisted of procedural items: call to order, roll call, and approval of the special agenda. The board then recessed to an executive session to discuss non-elected personnel matters under KOMA, and afterward adjourned.

• Approval of the special agenda (unanimous)
• Recess to executive session to discuss non-elected personnel (5:05-5:35 pm)
• Meeting adjourned without any public substantive business

The Board of Education approved the special agenda and held three separate executive sessions to discuss non-elected personnel matters. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved the special agenda (7-0)
• Approved recess to executive session for non-elected personnel matters (7-0)
• Approved return from executive session (7-0)
• Approved second recess to executive session for non-elected personnel matters (7-0)
• Approved second return from executive session (7-0)
• Approved third recess to executive session for non-elected personnel matters (7-0)
• Approved third return from executive session (6-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Board of Education is voting on several action items: approving the Athletics/Activities and Student Eligibility Plan for the 2020-2021 school year, including a motion to suspend involvement in KSHSAA Fall Sports (passed 5-2), and purchasing the Canvas Learning Management System for remote learning. They will also receive information on the Presagia system for tracking employee FMLA and ADA leave. Community comment includes a speaker on property taxes.

• Motion approved 5-2 to suspend involvement in KSHSAA Fall Sports
• Approval of Athletics/Activities and Student Eligibility Plan for 2020-2021
• Purchase of Canvas Learning Management System for remote learning (no dollar amount given)
• Review of Presagia software for FMLA and ADA employee leave tracking
• Community comment by Murel Bland on property taxes

The Board of Education voted to suspend involvement in KSHSAA Fall Sports and approved the purchase of the Canvas Learning Management System. Several contract renewals and intervention programs for newcomer students were approved via the consent agenda. One item on the consent agenda was tabled for further discussion.

• Suspended involvement in KSHSAA Fall Sports (5-2)
• Approved purchase of Canvas Learning Management System (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for public libraries (7-0)
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations (6-1)
• Approved contract renewal with University of Kansas Hospital Authority (7-0)
• Approved Learning Sciences International contract renewal (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Systems 44, Do the Math, and Math 180 for newcomer students (7-0)
• Tabled consent agenda item H (6-1)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools Board of Education holds a special meeting to discuss board self-evaluation results, receive an update on school re-entry during COVID-19, and accept an informational report on the proposed Learning Management System (Canvas) for remote learning. The board also approves the special meeting agenda.

• Board self-evaluation results and discussion
• COVID-19 school re-entry update
• Acceptance of informational report on Canvas LMS (proposed purchase for remote learning)
• Approval of the special meeting agenda

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Board of Education held a special meeting and voted unanimously to accept the resignation of Superintendent Dr. Charles Foust, effective August 28, 2020. The meeting also included approval of the special agenda and adjournment.

• Accepted resignation of Superintendent Dr. Charles Foust effective August 28, 2020

The Board of Education met for a special meeting to address the leadership of the district. The board voted to accept the resignation of Superintendent Dr. Charles Foust.

• Approved the special agenda (7-0)
• Accepted resignation of Superintendent Dr. Charles Foust effective August 28, 2020 (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Board of Education will consider approving amended district and preschool calendars for 2020-2021, postponing the start date to after Labor Day and beginning the year with remote learning due to COVID-19. The board also will enter executive session to discuss non-elected personnel matters.

• Approve Amended 2020-2021 District Calendar (remote learning start)
• Approve Amended 2020-2021 Preschool Calendars
• Reallocation of CARES funds to cover Transportation and Nutritional Services staff costs
• Executive session for non-elected personnel under KOMA

The Board of Education approved the amended 2020-2021 district calendar and the amended 2020-2021 preschool calendars. The district calendar approval included a recommended reallocation of CARES funds for transportation and nutritional services staff costs.

• Approved amended 2020-2021 district calendar and CARES funds reallocation (7-0)
• Approved amended 2020-2021 preschool calendars (7-0)
• Approved addition of Executive Session to discuss non-elected personnel (7-0)
• Approved amended agenda (7-0)
• Approved recess to Executive Session regarding non-elected personnel (7-0)
• Approved return from Executive Session (6-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Board of Education held a special meeting to amend the agenda and address personnel matters. The board approved an amendment to accept the resignation of Dr. Charles Foust effective August 28, 2020.

• Acceptance of Dr. Charles Foust's resignation as of 08/28/20
• Four separate recesses to Executive Session to discuss non-elected personnel matters

The Board of Education approved the special meeting agenda. Members entered and returned from four separate executive sessions to discuss non-elected personnel matters. A motion to amend the agenda to accept the resignation of Dr. Charles Foust was approved by a 5-2 vote, despite a note stating the motion required unanimity.

• Approved motion to amend Special Agenda to accept resignation of Dr. Charles Foust as of 08/28/20 (5-2)
• Approved Special Agenda (7-0)
• Approved four separate recesses and returns from Executive Session to discuss non-elected personnel (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Board of Education held a special meeting July 31, 2020, via Zoom. The board approved an agenda that included adding an executive session to discuss non-elected personnel matters under KOMA. The board then recessed into three separate executive sessions to protect privacy interests of the parties involved, and adjourned. No other business was conducted.

• Board approved adding an executive session to discuss non-elected personnel
• Three executive sessions were held, each with unanimous votes
• Meeting was conducted via Zoom with passcode 498819

The Board of Education approved an amended special agenda to include an executive session. The board then entered and returned from three separate executive sessions to discuss non-elected personnel matters under KOMA.

• Approved addition of Executive Session to agenda (7-0)
• Approved amended Special Agenda (7-0)
• Approved recess to Executive Session for non-elected personnel matters (7-0)
• Approved return from Executive Session (7-0)
• Approved second recess to Executive Session for non-elected personnel matters (7-0)
• Approved second return from Executive Session (7-0)
• Approved third recess to Executive Session for non-elected personnel matters (7-0)
• Approved third return from recess (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education approved a $3,250,000 transfer from the Contingency Reserve Fund to the Supplemental General Fund to control the mill levy. They also approved publication of the Notice of Hearing for the 2020-2021 budget and the second publication of the Property Tax Review. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved $3,250,000 transfer from Contingency Reserve to Supplemental General Fund to keep mill levy flat
• Approved publication of Notice of Hearing for 2020-2021 budget
• Approved second publication of Property Tax Review (required due to fund rate change exceeding CPI)

The Board of Education approved a $3,250,000 transfer from the Contingency Reserve Fund to the Supplemental General Fund to control the mill levy. Members also approved the publication of the 2020-2021 Budget Notice of Hearing and the second publication of the Property Tax Review.

• Approved Special Agenda (7-0)
• Approved Publication of the Notice of Hearing for the 2020-2021 Budget (7-0)
• Approved transfer of $3,250,000 from Contingency Reserve Fund to Supplemental General Fund (7-0)
• Approved second publication of the Property Tax Review (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Board of Education held a special meeting to approve the agenda and recess into executive session to discuss matters of non-elected personnel, as allowed under the Kansas Open Meetings Act. The session was scheduled from 4:10 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The meeting was then adjourned without any other business.

• Board approved special agenda unanimously (7-0)
• Executive session from 4:10-5:00 p.m. to discuss non-elected personnel
• Motion to recess to executive session approved (7-0)

The Board of Education approved the special meeting agenda and held two executive sessions to discuss non-elected personnel. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved Special Agenda (7-0)
• Approved recess to Executive Session for non-elected personnel (7-0)
• Approved return to session (7-0)
• Approved additional 30-minute recess (7-0)
• Approved return to session (6-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Board of Education held its annual organizational meeting, electing Randy Lopez as president and Wanda Brownlee Paige as vice-president for 2020-2021. The board approved appointments for clerk, deputy clerk, legal counsel (McAnany, Van Cleave & Phillips), treasurer, and deputy treasurer. It also adopted resolutions setting the official meeting schedule, establishing a 1,116-hour school term for the upcoming year, designating employees to report compulsory attendance non-compliance, and naming a non-discrimination coordinator and disability compliance coordinator.

• Elected Randy Lopez as Board President (4-3 vote)
• Elected Wanda Brownlee Paige as Vice President (5-2 vote)
• Appointed McAnany, Van Cleave & Phillips as legal counsel
• Approved resolution for a 1,116-hour school term for 2020-2021
• Designated Lisa Walker as Non-Discrimination Coordinator and Dr. Kelli Charles as Disability Compliance Coordinator

The Board of Education reorganized its leadership and approved a series of procedural appointments and resolutions for the 2020-2021 school year. Decisions included establishing the school term length and designating officials for compliance, finance, and district operations.

• Elected Randy Lopez as Board President (4-3)
• Elected Wanda Brownlee Paige as Board Vice-President (5-2)
• Approved school term of 1,116 hours for 2020-2021 school year (7-0)
• Appointed Berniece Cottrell as district hearing officer (6-0)
• Designated Lisa Walker as Non-Discrimination Coordinator and Dr. Kelli Charles as Disability Compliance Coordinator (7-0)
• Approved resolution for disposal of surplus property (7-0)
• Designated the Recordnews as the official district newspaper (7-0)
• Approved appointment of clerk, deputy clerk, legal counsel, treasurer and deputy treasurer (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools Board held a special meeting to approve the agenda and then discuss the results of a board self-evaluation. The agenda was approved unanimously. The main discussion item was the board self-evaluation results, with no other substantive business.

• Board self-evaluation results and discussion

The board approved the special meeting agenda. Members also held a discussion regarding board self-evaluation results.

• Approved special agenda (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Board of Education held a special meeting to discuss the proposed budget for the district. They voted 5-2 to accept the CEP Schools at the break even level as presented. The meeting also included an executive session before adjournment.

• Proposed budget presentation by CFO Dennis Covington
• Vote to accept CEP Schools at break even level (5-2)
• Executive session held during the meeting
• Approval of the special agenda and roll call

The Board of Education approved the CEP Schools budget at the break-even level. It also authorized the hiring committee to offer signing bonuses for hard-to-fill positions, subject to Board approval. A proposal to raise all employees to a $15 minimum was tabled.

• Approved special agenda (7-0)
• Approved CEP Schools budget at break-even level (5-2)
• Approved allowing hiring committee to offer signing bonuses for hard-to-fill positions (5-2)
• Tabled proposal to bring all employees to $15 minimum until July 21, 2020

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Board of Education held a special meeting to discuss the proposed budget for the district. The board approved motions to request information on the number of staff making less than $15 per hour and the cost to raise them to that wage, to study the district's 2020 vehicles at a separate meeting, and to temporarily freeze travel funds, relocation funds, and signing bonuses for the 2020-2021 school year, with exceptions on a case-by-case basis.

• Discussion of proposed budget as submitted by CFO Dennis Covington and recommended by Superintendent Dr. Charles Foust.
• Motion approved to request HR and Finance to report number of staff earning under $15/hour and cost to raise to $15.
• Motion approved to study district's 2020 vehicles at a separate board meeting.
• Motion approved to temporarily freeze travel funds, relocation funds, and signing bonuses for 2020/2021 with case-by-case exceptions.
• Approval of special agenda (procedural).

The Board of Education approved requests for staffing cost data and a study of district vehicles. It also voted to temporarily freeze certain funds for the 2020/2021 period.

• Approved request for number of staff making less than $15 per hour and cost to raise them to $15 per hour (6-1)
• Approved study of District 2020 vehicles at a separate Board meeting (7-0)
• Approved temporary freeze of travel funds, relocation funds, and signing bonuses for 2020/2021 on a case-by-case basis (5-2)
• Approved the special agenda (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

This special meeting is primarily to recess into executive session for consultation with the attorney on matters privileged under the Kansas Open Meetings Act. The board will return to open session with no action to follow, then adjourn.

• Board enters executive session for 30 minutes for attorney consultation
• Motion to approve special agenda passed unanimously
• Meeting held via Zoom on June 30, 2020 at 8:30 a.m.

The Board of Education conducted a special meeting consisting primarily of three executive sessions for consultation with an attorney. No substantive actions were taken following these sessions.

• Approved the special agenda
• Approved three recesses to executive session for attorney consultation
• Approved adjournment of the special meeting

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Board of Education approved proposed changes for the 2021-2025 Neighborhood Revitalization Act (NRA) plan, which provides property tax rebates for home and commercial improvements in targeted areas. They also accepted informational updates on switching health insurance provider from Blue Cross Blue Shield to United Health Care, saving an estimated $600,000, and on the phase-in process for employee and student return for the 2020-2021 school year amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The meeting was held via Zoom due to public gathering limits.

• Approved 2021-2025 Neighborhood Revitalization Act plan changes (property tax rebate program)
• Accepted informational update on switching health insurance provider from BCBS to UHC, saving $600,000
• Received bond update with progress photos for Argentine, Central, Carl B Bruce, and other school projects
• Heard update on phase-in process for employee and student return for 2020-2021 school year
• Community comment policy amended for virtual meetings due to COVID-19

The Board of Education approved updates to the student Code of Conduct and a district-wide LED lighting upgrade. Other actions included approving auditing services, special education contract renewals, and the Neighborhood Revitalization Act changes for 2021-2025.

• Approved proposed changes to the student Code of Conduct (7-0)
• Approved district-wide LED lighting upgrade project with Excel Energy Group (4-3)
• Approved proposed changes to the Neighborhood Revitalization Act for 2021-2025 (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Allen, Gibbs and Houlik, L.C. (AGH) for auditing services (7-0)
• Approved IMSE contract and resources for 2020-2021 school year (7-0)
• Approved contract renewal with Allovue (7-0)
• Approved renewal of contracts for special education services with outside agencies (7-0)
• Scheduled special Budget workshop for July 7 at 4 p.m. (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Board of Education held a special meeting via Zoom on June 20, 2020. The board approved the special agenda with a waiver to add an executive session, received a proposed budget presentation as an information item, and then recessed to executive session to discuss non-elected personnel matters.

• Proposed Budget Presentation from CFO Dennis Covington, accepted as information item
• Executive session for non-elected personnel under Kansas Open Meetings Act
• Approval of special agenda with waiver for executive session
• Meeting held via Zoom (password: 055406)

The Board of Education received proposed budget reports from 22 different departments. The board also held a brief executive session to discuss non-elected personnel matters.

• Approved special agenda with executive session waiver (7-0)
• Received proposed budget reports from 22 departments
• Approved 10-minute break at 12:18 p.m. (7-0)
• Approved return to session at 12:28 p.m. (7-0)
• Approved recess to executive session for personnel matters at 1:15 p.m. (7-0)
• Approved return to open session via Zoom at 1:30 p.m. (5-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting via Zoom, approving the agenda and recognizing scholarship recipients from the KCK School Foundation of Excellence. The board also heard community comments from a teacher requesting a staggered first day for 6th and 9th graders and from a teacher seeking permission to conduct research in the district. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Recognition of 2020 KCK School Foundation of Excellence Scholarship Recipients (list attached)
• Community comment by Melissa Malcolm requesting a staggered first day (PreK-5, 6th, 9th on Aug 12; all students Aug 13)
• Community comment by Tammy Haught on difficulties obtaining district approval to conduct research for her dissertation
• Meeting held via Zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions, with limited in-person attendance

The Board of Education approved the negotiated agreement with the Teachers' Bargaining Unit and a revised district calendar for the 2020-2021 school year. Several items, including the Code of Conduct and an LED lighting project, were tabled for future meetings.

• Approved negotiated agreement with Teachers' Bargaining Unit for 2020-2021 (7-0)
• Approved revised 2020-2021 District Calendar (7-0)
• Approved Illuminate DnA and FastBridge Universal Screening and Progress Monitoring contract (7-0)
• Approved first read of Chelsea Elementary School boundary revision proposal (7-0)
• Approved KCK Public Library HR report and operations recommendations (7-0)
• Tabled proposed changes to Code of Conduct until June 23 (5-2)
• Tabled district-wide LED lighting upgrade project until June 23 (6-1)
• Denied amendment to policy GAAA regarding equitable balance of employees (2-5)

Special Meeting Agenda

The board is discussing the results of its self-evaluation during this special meeting. The agenda also includes procedural items such as approval of the special agenda and adjournment.

• Board self-evaluation results and discussion

The board approved the special meeting agenda and accepted the results of the Board Self-Evaluation for discussion. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved special agenda (7-0)
• Accepted Board Self-Evaluation results for discussion
• Approved motion to adjourn (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special meeting to consider approving the Human Resources Report and Recommendations, which covers personnel actions. The board will also recess into executive session to discuss non-elected personnel matters under the Kansas Open Meetings Act. The meeting includes routine procedural items such as approval of the agenda and adjournment.

• Approve Human Resources Report and Recommendations (personnel actions)
• Recess to executive session for 45 minutes to discuss non-elected personnel
• Roll call and approval of special agenda
• Motion to adjourn special meeting

The Kansas City Board of Education approved the Human Resources Report and Recommendations submitted by the Chief of Human Resources and the Superintendent. The board also held multiple executive sessions to discuss non-elected personnel matters.

• Approved special agenda
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations
• Approved recess to Executive Session for non-elected personnel matters
• Approved return to open session at 11:00 a.m.
• Approved 30-minute extension of Executive Session
• Approved return to open session at 11:32 a.m.
• Approved additional 15-minute Executive Session
• Approved return to open session at 11:50 a.m.

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools Board of Education held a special meeting to discuss the proposed budget and took action to change the regular meeting date from June 9 to June 16, 2020, to avoid conflict with Wyandotte High School graduation. The board also approved the special agenda after waiving notice to amend it. The meeting opened with roll call, board norms, and closed with adjournment.

• Proposed budget discussion as a board workshop item
• Action to change June 9 regular meeting to June 16, 2020, due to Wyandotte High School graduation (motion approved 6-1, with Maxine Drew opposed)
• Motion to waive notice to amend the special agenda, approved unanimously
• Board norms read at the start of the meeting

The Board rescheduled the June 9, 2020, regular meeting to June 16, 2020, to avoid a conflict with Wyandotte High School graduation. The Board also scheduled a budget workshop for June 20, 2020. Department heads presented proposed budget reports during a workshop.

• Approved changing June 9, 2020, regular meeting date to June 16, 2020 (6-1)
• Approved special meeting for budget workshop on June 20, 2020, at 9 a.m. (5-2)
• Approved the special agenda as amended (7-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Board of Education is meeting with a procedural agenda including executive sessions for non-elected personnel and attorney consultation. The main substantive item is a community comment from Dr. Kelley Emmett advocating for the Targeted Literacy Program, citing that 81.3% of district students scored at limited or basic ability on ELA KAP assessments. The board also reviewed a temporary amendment to the community comment policy due to COVID-19, limiting in-person attendance.

• Approval of regular agenda and addition of executive session for non-elected personnel
• Executive session (15 min) to discuss non-elected personnel matters
• Executive session (30 min) for attorney consultation under KOMA
• Community comment policy amended for COVID-19: meetings via Zoom, written comments due by noon day prior
• Community comment read by board member Stacy Yeager: Dr. Kelley Emmett letter on need for Targeted Literacy Program

The Board of Education approved a staggered reopening plan and the payment of bills for the public library system. The meeting included multiple executive sessions regarding non-elected personnel, legal consultations, and teacher negotiations. The Board also accepted updates on graduation, bond projects, and the Superintendent's proposed budget.

• Approved staggered reopening plan for Public Library System (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for public libraries (7-0)
• Approved May 8, 2020 special meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved May 12, 2020 regular meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved May 16, 2020 special meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved adding executive session for non-elected personnel to agenda (6-1)
• Approved multiple recesses and returns to executive session for personnel, legal, and teacher negotiations

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education will accept as informational a review of the Targeted Literacy Program, which has spent approximately $7 million on salaries since 2013-2014 with little growth in reading achievement. The board will also engage in a collaborative review of principles for equity literacy. The special meeting is held via Zoom.

• Accept Targeted Literacy Program Review as informational item; program cost ~$7M in salaries, $300K unbudgeted for PD, with minimal reading growth
• Collaborative review of principles for equity literacy facilitated by Dr. Jason Thompson
• Approval of the special meeting agenda

The Board of Education approved the special meeting agenda. The Board accepted a Targeted Literacy Program Review as an informational item and conducted a review of equity literacy principles.

• Approved special agenda (7-0)
• Accepted Targeted Literacy Program Review as informational item
• Engaged in collaborative review of basic principles for equity literacy

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education will approve the regular agenda and adopt a temporary amendment to its Community Comment Policy that caps in‑person attendance at ten persons and moves meetings to Zoom in response to state and health directives. The board will also receive written community comments submitted for the public comment portion of the meeting. No other actions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of the regular agenda (action item).
• Temporary amendment to Community Comment Policy limiting gatherings to 10 and requiring Zoom meetings.
• Acceptance of community comment submission from Sally and Ramon Murguia regarding Argentine Middle School leadership.
• Acceptance of community comment submission from Rachel Russell regarding district communication.

The Board approved the purchase of 2020-2021 curriculum resources and a contract with SpinTurf for stadium surface replacement. Other actions included approving library operations and human resources reports, as well as scheduling a special budget meeting for May 30, 2020.

• Approved $437,749.20 bid from SpinTurf for Art Lawrence Stadium surface replacement (7-0)
• Approved purchase of curriculum resources for 2020-2021 (7-0)
• Approved use of KASB for Board self-evaluation and community satisfaction survey (7-0)
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations (6-0)
• Approved KCK Public Library Human Resources Report and Operations Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for public libraries (7-0)
• Approved first read of proposed changes to Student Code of Conduct (7-0)
• Approved second read of proposed changes to Board policy GAAB Complaints of Discrimination (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education held a special meeting to accept for first read and potential modification five proposed policy changes. The policies cover complaints of discrimination, equal employment opportunity, recruitment and hiring, nepotism, and political activities. All were approved by motion.

• First read of policy GAAB Complaints of Discrimination
• First read of policy GAAA Equal Employment Opportunity and Nondiscrimination
• First read of policy GACC Recruitment and Hiring
• First read of policy GACCA Nepotism
• First read of policy GAHB Political Activities

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Board of Education held a special meeting via Zoom on May 1, 2020. Board members approved the special agenda and then moved to discuss and possibly act on administrative contracts. A motion was approved to recess into executive session to address privacy matters involving non‑elected personnel, after which the meeting was adjourned.

• Approval of the special agenda (motion approved)
• Discussion and possible action on administrative contracts (motion approved to continue discussion)
• Recess to executive session to discuss non‑elected personnel privacy under the Kansas Open Meetings Act
• Adjournment of the special meeting

The Board of Education established a process to review administrative contract forms and benefit packages every January. It also decided that educational stipends for administrators will be reviewed in January 2021 to be paid once upon attainment rather than annually. Further administrative contract discussions are tabled until January 2021.

• Approved annual January review of administrative contract forms and benefit packages (7-0)
• Denied suspending relocation stipend payments until January 2021 (3-4)
• Approved review of educational stipends to be paid once upon attainment rather than annually in January 2021 (7-0)
• Tabled additional administrative contract discussions until January 2021 (7-0)
• Approved special agenda (7-0)
• Approved continuing discussion of administrative contracts (5-2)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education voted to hold high school graduations at a drive-in theater, with 5 in favor and 2 opposed. The board also approved three sessions on equity principles and accepted a $75,000 Kauffman Foundation grant for real-world learning. Meeting procedures were modified to allow virtual participation via Zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Approved drive-in theater graduations for high schools (vote 5-2)
• Approved three equity-principles sessions for board members, first on May 16
• Accepted $75,000 Kauffman Real World Learning Grant for student career preparation
• Heard budget update from Dennis Covington (information only)
• Temporary community comment policy: submit comments by noon day prior for Zoom meetings

The Board approved a plan to hold high school graduations at the Boulevard drive-in theatre. Other key actions included approving a $749,208.68 bid for school supply kits and shifting curbside meal service to three days per week. The Board also accepted a $75,000 Real World Learning grant.

• Approved high school graduations at Boulevard drive-in theatre (5-2)
• Approved $749,208.68 bid from EduKit for school supply kits (7-0)
• Approved moving curbside meal service to Monday, Wednesday, and Friday (7-0)
• Accepted $75,000 Real World Learning grant for Diploma+ (7-0)
• Approved three sessions on equity principles for the Board (7-0)
• Approved renewal of MOU with SEKESC (Greenbush) for virtual school services (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for K12 and public libraries (7-0)
• Removed Policy Review from agenda to schedule a special meeting (4-3)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Board of Education approved the regular agenda and amended the Community Comment policy to limit gatherings to 10 people and hold meetings via Zoom. The board also accepted informational reports on the Kansas Education Systems Accreditation (Year 3) and on a three‑year partnership with Illuminate Education and FastBridge for universal screening and progress monitoring. Updates were provided on the Continuous Learning Plan, meal distribution, device distribution, and bond projects.

• Amended Community Comment policy: limit public gatherings to 10 persons and conduct meetings on Zoom until further notice.
• Approved a three‑year partnership with Illuminate Education and FastBridge for universal screening and progress monitoring tools.
• Accepted the Kansas Education Systems Accreditation (KESA) Year 3 informational report.
• Provided updates on the Continuous Learning Plan for online learning and related resources.
• Provided updates on meal distribution, device distribution, and bond projects.

The Board approved several facility contracts, including electrical and dust collection system replacements. It also voted to keep the Kansas City, Kansas Public Libraries closed based on health officer recommendations and amended the community comment policy.

• Approved amended Community Comment policy removing 'in writing' (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for public libraries (7-0)
• Approved keeping Kansas City, Kansas Public Libraries closed (7-0)
• Approved $211,900 bid for Eisenhower Middle School electrical service main (7-0)
• Approved $125,230 bid for Wyandotte High School dust collection system (7-0)
• Approved preschool calendars for 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 (7-0)
• Approved payment of K-12 bills (7-0)
• Approved invitation for Dr. Brian Jordan to present on Board self-evaluation (6-1)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education approved several COVID-19-related measures for the 2019-2020 school year. The board approved the 2020 Continuous Learning Plan, reduced graduation requirements from 25 to 21 credits for seniors only, and froze GPAs at the end of the third quarter while allowing work for credit marked with a 'P' on transcripts. A discussion was also held on changing the start time of regular board meetings through June 30.

• Approved KCKPS 2020 Continuous Learning Plan as part of a waiver application to KSDE
• Adjusted graduation requirements to KSDE minimum of 21 credits for 2019-2020 seniors only
• Approved freezing GPAs as of end of third quarter and using 'P' on transcripts for credit earned
• Discussed changing official start time for all regular board meetings through June 30

The Board approved changes to graduation requirements and GPA freezing for seniors to accommodate the 2019-2020 school year. It also approved a Continuous Learning Plan and extended public library closures through April 27, 2020. Several administrative contracts and financial reports were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved 2020 Continuous Learning Plan Waiver Summary (5-2)
• Adjusted graduation requirements to allow KSDE minimums for 2019-2020 seniors (7-0)
• Approved freezing GPAs as of end of third quarter with 'P' for additional credit (5-2)
• Tabled Illuminate DnA and FastBridge Universal Screening contract (4-3)
• Approved purchase of additional Edgenuity online curriculum licenses (7-0)
• Extended public library closures until April 27, 2020 (6-1)
• Approved Head Start contract with Bonner Springs USD 204 for Year 2 (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for K12, excluding $1,000 to Venue of Willow Creek (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Board of Education will hear an update on COVID-19 monitoring and consider authorizing the superintendent to follow federal and state guidelines for employee leave by reviewing Board Policy GARH. The meeting includes only one action item: approval of the special agenda.

• Update on continuing work with local and state health officials regarding COVID-19
• Review and potential authorization of Board Policy GARH on attendance, absence, leaves, and vacations to align with federal and state guidelines for employees
• Approval of the special meeting agenda

The Board of Education approved measures to adjust employee leave and implement a K-8 device take-home program in response to COVID-19. The Board also approved the closure of KCK public libraries until April 6. Additionally, the March 24 regular meeting was cancelled and rescheduled for March 31.

• Authorized Superintendent to adjust employee leave due to COVID-19 shutdown (7-0)
• Approved K-8 device take home program (7-0)
• Approved closure of KCK public libraries until April 6 (7-0)
• Cancelled March 24 regular meeting and scheduled special meeting for March 31 (7-0)
• Approved special agenda (7-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Board of Education met on March 10, 2020, to approve routine financial and administrative actions. The board authorized payments for KCK public libraries, approved a professional services agreement with RSP & Associates for demographer services, and accepted a report on the revised state audit. These approvals finalize library operations, secure demographic data for district planning, and verify financial reporting. Community members also addressed school schedules, funding, and testing security.

• Approved payment of bills for KCK public libraries
• Approved professional services agreement with RSP & Associates for demographer services
• Accepted report on the revised state audit
• Approved consent agenda items and February 22, 2020, board retreat minutes
• Community comment covered high school graduations, Wednesday bell schedules, and school funding

The Board of Education approved several operational contracts, including concrete repairs and pest control. It also authorized student travel for a robotics conference and approved the Human Resources Report and Recommendations.

• Approved $111,000 bid from MTS Contracting, Inc. for concrete repairs (7-0)
• Approved Terminix pest control bid for $6,430 per month / $77,160 for FY 2020/2021 (7-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with RSP & Associates for demographer services (7-0)
• Approved overnight travel for New Chelsea Elementary students to NSBE Robotics Conference in San Antonio (7-0)
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for KCK public libraries (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for K12 (7-0)
• Approved Head Start Policy Council Director's and financial reports (7-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Board of Education will meet for a regular session to recognize students and employees of the month, accept a $35,000 check from the Baptist Trinity Lutheran Legacy Foundation for the Mind-UP Curriculum Grant, and receive informational updates on a partnership with the District Attorney's Office, the FLON Eagle Club project, a 3-year enrollment trend, selection of a demographer, and curriculum resources. Community comment is also scheduled, including a request to discuss H.R.1242.

• Recognition of four Students of the Month and one Employee of the Month (bus driver Jennifer Spurgeon)
• Acceptance of $35,000 check from Baptist Trinity Lutheran Legacy Foundation for Mind-UP Curriculum Grant
• Informational update on educational partnership with the District Attorney's Office
• Report on selection of a demographer and intended scope of work (potentially affecting school boundaries)
• Report on 3-year trend of September 20 audited student head count

The Board of Education approved several administrative items, including library payments and human resources reports. It accepted a $35,000 grant for the Mind-UP Curriculum and approved a low bid for electrical work at Wyandotte High School. The Board also established new committees for Finance and Academics.

• Accepted $35,000 check from Baptist Trinity Lutheran Legacy Foundation for Mind-UP Curriculum Grant
• Approved Library Human Resources Report and Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for public libraries (7-0)
• Approved low bid from Staco Electric Construction Company for $51,592.75 for Wyandotte High School electrical improvements (7-0)
• Approved updated banking authority resolution (7-0)
• Approved easements and warranty deed for Unified Government's Eminent Domain Proceeding by Washington High School (7-0)
• Approved monthly financial report (7-0)
• Established Board committees for Finance and Academics

Board Retreat Agenda

The Kansas City Board of Education held a retreat that included boardsmanship training, mandatory Head Start governance training, and a discussion on student discipline. The board approved a motion to investigate a culturally responsive pedagogy approach for student discipline.

• Mandatory training on Head Start governance received and approved by board
• Board discussed student discipline and approved a motion to investigate culturally responsive pedagogy
• Boardsmanship training facilitated by Dr. Kenneth Wesson on teamwork, governance, and board-superintendent relations
• Board reviewed and read aloud its norms and protocols for conduct
• Discussion on method for annual board self-evaluation

The Board of Education approved participation in mandatory Head Start Governance training. The Board also decided to explore a culturally responsive approach for Board and district staff training regarding student discipline data.

• Approved the special agenda (7-0)
• Approved participation in mandatory training on Head Start Governance (7-0)
• Approved exploration of culturally responsive approach for Board and district staff training on student discipline data (7-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Board of Education will vote on two bond series resolutions to refinance district bonds, approve a multi-year contract for the Goalbook Toolkit, and accept informational reports on strategy framework revisions and an update from F.L. Schlagle High School. The board will also hear community comments on cultural sensitivity training, community input, and leadership, and handle routine library actions.

• Approve 2020-A and 2020-B Bond Series Resolutions to refinance district bonds
• Approve Goalbook Toolkit contract (three-year agreement)
• Accept informational report on Strategy Framework Revisions
• Community comment: Tscher Manck on cultural sensitivity training, Carolyn Wyatt on community input, Annette Peoples on leadership
• Approve KCK Public Libraries human resources report and payment of bills

The Board of Education approved two bond series resolutions to refinance district bonds. Other actions included approving a Goalbook Toolkit contract, library operations, and a contract for electrician services.

• Approved 2020-A Bond Series Resolution to refinance district bonds (6-0)
• Approved 2020-B Bond Series Resolution to refinance district bonds (6-0)
• Approved Goalbook Toolkit Contract (7-0)
• Approved KCK Public Libraries Human Resources Report and Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for KCK public libraries (7-0)
• Approved KCK Public Library holiday and inservice closings for July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021 (7-0)
• Accepted bid from Apple Electric for Journeyman Electrician Services Contract (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for K12 (7-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education will approve its regular agenda and adopt a Community Comment policy. It will accept several superintendent reports, including the Trauma‑Informed and Resilient Schools Initiative and December interim data. The board will also approve the Public Library Human Resources Report, Library Operations Recommendations, and payment of library bills.

• Approve the regular agenda (motion approved).
• Adopt Community Comment policy for public input.
• Accept report on Trauma Informed and Resilient Schools Initiative.
• Approve Public Library Human Resources Report and Library Operations Recommendations.
• Approve payment of bills for the public libraries.

The Board of Education approved human resources reports and operational recommendations for both the school district and public libraries. Members also approved the payment of bills for K-12 and public library services.

• Approved Public Library Human Resources Report and Library Operations Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for public libraries (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for K-12 (7-0)
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved 2020-2021 holiday schedule for 12-month employees (7-0)
• Approved ESI report with no corrective action recommended (7-0)
• Approved resolution appointing directors to the KCK Public Schools Foundation for Excellence (7-0)
• Approved moving Feb 11, 2020 meeting to F. L. Schlagle High School (7-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Board of Education votes to approve a contract with Patalogos for literacy training at ten pilot schools and adopts proposed calendars for the 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 school years. The board also approves payment of bills for the KCK Public Libraries and recognizes students and an employee of the month. One community comment on the IEP process is heard.

• Approve contract with Patalogos for literacy training at ten pilot schools
• Approve proposed calendars for 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 school years
• Approve payment of bills for KCK Public Libraries
• Recognize Students of the Month and Employee of the Month for January 2020
• Community comment by Joyce McMahan-Schultz on the IEP process

The Board of Education approved the school calendars for 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 and accepted multiple bids for asbestos abatement and roofing projects. A contract for literacy training at 10 pilot schools was denied. Board members Yolanda Clark, Janey M Humphries, Randy Lopez, and Valdenia Winn took the Oath of Office.

• Approved 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 school calendars (7-0)
• Denied contract with Patalogos for literacy training (2-5)
• Approved payment of bills for KCK public libraries (7-0)
• Approved resolution to elect Board officers in July 2020 (5-2)
• Accepted 10 asbestos abatement bids totaling $243,558.45 (7-0)
• Accepted roofing project bids totaling $1,566,933.00 (7-0)
• Approved overnight travel for Sumner Academy Forensic Team and Washington ROTC (7-0)
• Approved renewal of MOU with MOKAN 20/20 Vision (7-0)