Kansas City Kansas Public Schools public meetings in 2021

Special Board Meeting Agenda 2021

This is a special board meeting of the Kansas City Kansas Public Schools Board of Education. The board voted unanimously to approve the Human Resources Report and Recommendations as submitted by the Director of Human Resources and recommended by the Superintendent. The meeting also included the approval of the special agenda and adjournment.

• Approval of Human Resources Report and Recommendations (consent agenda) - includes personnel actions for the district

The Board of Education approved the Human Resources Report and Recommendations submitted by the Director of Human Resources and the Superintendent. The meeting lasted four minutes.

• Approved Special Agenda for December 20, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations (5-0)

Regular Board Meeting Agenda 2021

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools Board of Education voted to approve an amended agenda for the December 7, 2021 regular meeting, adding an agreement with L. Brady to the consent agenda. The board recognized seven Students of the Month from various schools and two Employees of the Month: Gail Green (Occupational Therapist) and Wayne Correll (Director of Purchasing). Community comment policy was also reviewed.

• Approval of amended agenda including agreement with L. Brady (added to consent agenda)
• Recognition of seven Students of the Month: Sofia Agguire, Dominic Trujillo-Barron, Christian Daniel-Aldana, Eh Klo Say, Kenadee Rose Anderson, Karina Ruby Munoz, Alejandra Zaccapala-Martinez
• Recognition of Gail Green, Occupational Therapist, as Employee of the Month
• Recognition of Wayne Correll, Director of Purchasing, as Employee of the Month
• Review of Community Comment Policy (BCBI) for public participation

The Board of Education approved a produce vendor bid for the spring semester and authorized several payments and human resources reports. Other approved actions included a grant for Head Start and asphalt work for a church parking lot.

• Approved $695,618.40 produce bid from C&C Produce (6-0)
• Approved $56,905.00 asphalt work quote from McConnell & Associates (6-0)
• Approved Year 4 Head Start Continuation Grant and Budget (6-0)
• Approved Arts Partners Annual Service Agreement (6-0)
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations (6-0)
• Approved payment of bills for K12 and KCK Public Libraries (6-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report (6-0)
• Accepted KCK Public Library Director's Report (6-0)

Special Board Meeting Agenda

This special board meeting approved switching stop loss insurance carriers from Blue Cross Blue Shield to Sun Life for 2022, saving $228,660. It also approved a human resources report, accepted second-read changes to several district policies, and recessed to executive session to discuss employee performance and reorganization.

• Approved Sun Life as stop loss insurance carrier for 2022, saving $228,660 over BCBS
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations (consent item)
• Accepted second-read changes to Policy DC (Annual Operating Budget) and other policies
• Accepted second-read changes to policies on sexual harassment and racial harassment
• Recessed to executive session to discuss employee performance and reorganization

The Board of Education approved the 2022 stop loss insurance carrier and a series of policy changes. The board also approved the Human Resources Report and Recommendations.

• Approved Sun Life as Stop Loss Insurance Carrier for 2022 (6-0)
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations (6-0)
• Accepted for second read changes to policies DC, EE, GAAC, GAACA, IDAA, JGEC, JGECA, and FC (6-0)
• Approved special agenda for November 30, 2021 (6-0)

Regular Board Meeting Agenda 2021

The board approved the consent agenda including the Human Resources Report and Recommendations covering staff hires and changes. It also accepted the Kansas City, Kansas Public Library Director's Report as information. The agenda was amended to add a ratified agreement with NEA-KC for the 2021-22 school year and an executive session on student privacy.

• Approved consent agenda including Human Resources Report (staff hires and changes)
• Accepted Kansas City, Kansas Public Library Director's Report
• Added ratified agreement between USD 500 and NEA-KC for 2021-22 school year
• Added executive session regarding student privacy
• Recognized Nelson McConnell as Entrepreneur of the Year

The Board approved several operational items including a roofing contract, Microsoft Office 365 renewals, and the ratified agreement with the National Education Association-KCK. Members also approved dates and costs for the 2022 graduation and an expanded professional development curriculum for equity and inclusion.

• Approved $165,699 roofing replacement contract with WTI (7-0)
• Approved ratified negotiated agreement with NEA-KC for 2021-22 (7-0)
• Approved 2022 graduation dates via Proposal 2 (6-1)
• Approved lighting, audio, and manpower costs for 2022 graduation (6-1)
• Approved expanded NAATE curriculum for professional development (7-0)
• Approved Microsoft Office 365 yearly license renewal (7-0)
• Approved monthly financial report and payment of bills for K12 and libraries (7-0)
• Tabled School Name/Mascot Change Committee item (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Board of Education approved the special agenda and the Human Resources Report and Recommendations submitted by Chief Keli Tuschman and Superintendent Dr. Anna Stubblefield. The board entered two executive‑session recesses to discuss privacy matters involving non‑elected personnel. It also accepted third‑read changes to Policy EBBD and Policy EBBF, and held discussions on mascot/school name change, board practices, bond updates, and the KCK Library.

• Approval of the Human Resources Report and Recommendations
• Accept for third read changes to Policy EBBD
• Accept for third read changes to Policy EBBF
• Executive session recess to discuss non‑elected personnel privacy (two separate recesses)
• Board discussion of mascot/school name change

Regular Board Meeting Agenda 2021

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools Board of Education is meeting for a regular session. The agenda includes recognition of a Parent Educator of the Year, several Students of the Month, and an Employee of the Month, followed by community comment. No substantive policy decisions or financial actions are on the agenda.

• Recognition of Parent Educator of the Year - Blanca Menendez
• Recognition of Students of the Month: Wendy Fernandez-Mar (Sumner HS), Oswin Torres-Martinez (Willard Elem), Uriel Sanchez (Arrowhead MS), Elena Felix (Banneker Elem)
• Recognition of Employee of the Month - Laura Beard, Paraeducator at KCKECC

The Board approved several facility contracts, including a $31,790 lift replacement at Quindaro Elementary and $42,254 for railing at West Wyandotte Branch Library. It also authorized a $65,000 academic review by the University of Kansas Center for Research, Inc. and approved the staff COVID testing policy.

• Approved $31,790 lift replacement at Quindaro Elementary (7-0)
• Approved $42,254 railing modifications at West Wyandotte Branch Library (7-0)
• Approved $65,000 agreement with University of Kansas Center for Research, Inc. for academic review (7-0)
• Approved Staff COVID Testing Policy to payout or roll over 5 days (6-1)
• Approved Finalsite contract for district website upgrade (7-0)
• Approved ESSER II Funds allocation for year three (7-0)
• Approved renewal of Conscious Discipline Coaching Contract with Loving Guidance, LLC (7-0)
• Approved proposal to digitize board library historical documents (7-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The board will accept an update report on the Kansas City, Kansas School Foundation for Excellence, which provides twelve $3,000 scholarships. They will also accept the Kansas City, Kansas Public Library Director's Report as an information item. The meeting includes procedural items such as approval of the agenda and community comment policy review.

• Foundation for Excellence update: 12 scholarships of $3,000 each for KCKPS students
• Kansas City, Kansas Public Library Director's Report accepted as information
• Community comment policy reviewed and discussed
• Approval of consent agenda (routine items bundled for single vote)
• Awards presentation from Metropolitan Baptist Church

The Board of Education approved several consent agenda items, including the purchase of six new 71-passenger school buses and emergency repairs. They also approved human resources reports and the payment of bills for both the district and public libraries.

• Approved purchase of 6 new 71-passenger school buses from Midwest Bus Sales for $569,514.00 (7-0)
• Approved emergency repair at Transportation South by JE Dunn Construction for $25,515 (7-0)
• Approved RSP Contract (5-2)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Future Leaders Outreach Network (7-0)
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved KCK Public Library Human Resources Report and Operations Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for K12 and Public Libraries (7-0)
• Accepted KCK Public Library Director's Report (6-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Board of Education held a regular meeting with awards, community comment, and consent agenda items. A teacher presented a survey showing certified staff average 12.1 extra hours per week, arguing for higher compensation. The board approved the consent agenda including the Human Resources Report and Recommendations.

• Community comment item B: Taylor Stuart presented survey data of 71 teachers, showing an average of 12.1 extra hours worked per week, and argued for pay increases beyond the proposed 2-3%.
• Consent agenda: Board approved the Human Resources Report and Recommendations as submitted by the Chief of Human Resources and Superintendent.
• Awards: Recognized Employee of the Month Jody Mitchell, Student of the Month Stephen Linkous, and Fellows 2021 Elizabeth Meitl.
• Board added two executive sessions: one for teacher negotiations and one to discuss non-elected personnel privacy.
• Consent agenda item I was initially removed then separately approved after a second motion.

The Board of Education approved a series of consent agenda items including financial reports, bill payments, and a contract renewal for Infinite Campus. It also approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Wyandotte 4 Warriors pending legal review.

• Approved amended agenda to include two executive sessions (7-0)
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved KCK Public Library HR Report and Operations Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for K12 and Public Libraries (7-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report (7-0)
• Approved Head Start Director Updates and Financial Report for Aug/Sept 2021 (7-0)
• Approved Infinite Campus annual contract renewal (7-0)
• Approved MOU with Wyandotte 4 Warriors pending legal review (5-2)

Special Meeting Agenda

The board approved the Human Resources Report and a safety proposal to hire 4 additional police officers and 5 School Safety Assistants. Members discussed modifying athletics eligibility due to the pandemic and received a monthly report from the Kansas City, Kansas Public Library.

• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations
• Approved hiring 4 additional police officers and 5 School Safety Assistants (SSA)
• Heard proposal to amend athletics eligibility policy for 2021-2022 due to COVID-19
• Received Kansas City, Kansas Public Library report with monthly statistics and programming highlights

The Board of Education approved a proposal to hire four additional officers and five SSAs for school safety and security. The Board also approved the Human Resources Report and Recommendations.

• Approved Special Agenda
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations
• Approved hiring of 4 additional officers and 5 SSA for school safety and security

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Board of Education holds public hearings and votes to approve the 2021-2022 budget and a resolution to exceed the revenue neutral rate. Community comments are also scheduled on transportation and learning environment.

• Open public hearing for 2021-2022 budget
• Open public hearing to exceed revenue neutral rate
• Approve revenue neutral resolution
• Approve 2021-2022 budget
• Community comment on transportation and learning environment

The Board of Education approved the 2021-2022 budget following public hearings and adopted a Revenue Neutral Resolution. The board also approved a wide-ranging consent agenda including personnel reports, bill payments, and various program contracts.

• Approved 2021-2022 Budget (6-1)
• Adopted Revenue Neutral Resolution (7-0)
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved KCK Public Library HR and Operations Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for K12 and Public Libraries (7-0)
• Approved $42,079.36 bid from Meyer Music for baby grand piano (7-0)
• Approved auction/sale of District surplus vehicles (7-0)
• Approved MOU with Swope Health Services (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools Board of Education held a special meeting. They approved the Human Resources Report and Recommendations, which covers personnel changes. The board also discussed staff vaccination policies and recessed to executive session to discuss non-elected personnel matters.

• Approved the Human Resources Report and Recommendations for personnel changes
• Held a board discussion on staff vaccination
• Recessed to executive session to discuss non-elected personnel under KOMA

The Board of Education approved the Human Resources Report and Recommendations submitted by the Chief of Human Resources and the Superintendent. Members discussed staff COVID-19 vaccination requirements and weekly testing. The board also held an executive session regarding non-elected personnel.

• Approved Special Agenda (7-0)
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved recess to Executive Session to discuss non-elected personnel (7-0)
• Approved return to open session at 2:27 pm (4-3)
• Approved extension of executive session (4-3)
• Approved return to open session at 2:43 pm (6-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with mostly procedural business. Items include a community comment on bus boundaries by Brenda MacDonald, acceptance of the Kansas City Kansas Public Library's director's report, and an executive session to discuss non-elected personnel. The board also approves the consent agenda, which includes the Human Resources Report and Recommendations, with items H and I removed and tabled.

• Community comment on bus boundaries by Brenda MacDonald
• Library Director's Report from Carol Levers accepted as information
• Executive session to discuss non-elected personnel matters (15 minutes)
• Approval of Human Resources Report and Recommendations
• Consent agenda approved minus items H and I; minutes tabled for review

Regular Meeting Agenda

This is a regular meeting with largely procedural and informational items. The board will receive updates on a $60,480 contract with INNOVA for technical support of Naviance and Transeo, alternative staffing solutions due to a teacher shortage, and school re-entry plans for electives, specials, and athletics.

• Contract with INNOVA for technical support of Naviance and Transeo, $60,480 for 12 months (information item, future consent agenda).
• Alternative Staffing Solutions for 2021-22 due to nationwide teacher shortage (information item).
• School Re-entry Update: presentation on electives, specials, and athletics for 2021-2022 (information item).
• Foundation of Excellence update by Christal Watson (discussion).

The Board approved a consent agenda including a $237,292.18 refuse disposal contract and a $55,000 athletic trainer contract. Several software subscriptions, special education service renewals, and human resources reports were also approved. One item regarding alternate staffing solutions was tabled for a future meeting.

• Approved Waste Management of Kansas, Inc. refuse disposal bid for $237,292.18 (7-0)
• Approved Children's Mercy Hospital athletic trainer contract renewal for $55,000 annually (7-0)
• Approved Human Resources and KCK Public Library HR reports (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for K12 and public libraries (7-0)
• Approved renewals for Securly, C & C Group, Gaggle Warehouse, and JAMF (7-0)
• Approved MOU renewals with Prep KC and JAG-K (7-0)
• Approved special education renewals for N2Y LLC, Kaw Valley Center, and Maxim Healthcare Services (7-0)
• Tabled item regarding Alternate Staffing Solutions (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Board of Education held a special meeting on August 7, 2021. The board approved the special agenda, adopted board norms and protocols, and voted to approve the Human Resources Report and Recommendations presented by Chief of Human Resources Keli Tuschman and recommended by Superintendent Dr. Anna Stubblefield. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approval of the Special Agenda (motion approved)
• Adoption of Board Norms and Protocols
• Approval of Human Resources Report and Recommendations (motion approved)
• Roll Call (procedural)
• Adjournment of the special meeting

The Board of Education approved the special meeting agenda and the Human Resources Report and Recommendations submitted by the Chief of Human Resources and the Superintendent of Schools.

• Approved Special Agenda (5-0)
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations (5-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Board of Education held a special meeting to consider and approve the Human Resources Report and Recommendations as submitted by the Chief of Human Resources. The board also approved the special agenda and adjourned.

• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations including personnel actions

The Board of Education approved the Human Resources Report and Recommendations submitted by the Chief of Human Resources and the Superintendent. The special agenda was also approved.

• Approved the Special Agenda (4-0)
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations (4-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools Board of Education held its annual organizational meeting, electing Randy Lopez as president and Yolanda Clark as vice president for the 2021-2022 school year. The board approved appointments for clerk, deputy clerk, legal counsel, treasurer, and deputy treasurer. It also adopted resolutions on the official meeting time and place, established a 1,116-hour school term, and designated employees to report compulsory attendance non-compliance.

• Election of Randy Lopez as Board President and Yolanda Clark as Vice President for 2021-2022
• Appointment of clerk Lesli Smith, deputy clerk Dawn Downing, legal counsel McAnany, Van Cleave & Phillips, treasurer Tracy Kaiser, deputy treasurer Brad Isnard
• Approval of resolution establishing a 1,116-hour school term for 2021-2022
• Approval of resolution on official meeting time and place for the board for 2021-2022
• Designation of Lisa Garcia-Stewart and Naomi Tolentino to report compulsory attendance non-compliance

The Board of Education elected Randy Lopez as President and Yolanda Clark as Vice President for the 2021-2022 term. The board also approved a series of administrative resolutions regarding school hours, personnel appointments, and financial depositories.

• Elected Randy Lopez as Board President (6-0)
• Elected Yolanda Clark as Board Vice-President (5-2)
• Approved school term of 1,116 hours for 2021-2022 (7-0)
• Approved appointment of clerk, deputy clerk, legal counsel, treasurer and deputy treasurer (7-0)
• Designated Lisa Walker as Non-Discrimination Coordinator and Dr. Jakyta Lawrie as Disability Compliance Coordinator (7-0)
• Appointed Berniece Cottrell as district hearing officer (7-0)
• Approved resolution for disposal of surplus property (7-0)
• Approved continued use of contracts in KSA 72-1511(b)(9) for purchasing materials (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools Board of Education held a special meeting on July 14, 2021. The board approved the Human Resources Report and Recommendations as submitted by the Chief of Human Resources. A Budget Workshop was also on the agenda for discussion.

• Approved the Human Resources Report and Recommendations, covering employment actions as per policy and state law.
• Held a Budget Workshop (no further details provided in the agenda).

The Board of Education approved the Human Resources Report and Recommendations submitted by the Chief of Human Resources and the Superintendent. The board also approved and amended the special meeting agenda.

• Approved Special Agenda (7-0)
• Approved amendment to Special Agenda (6-1)
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Board of Education held a special meeting July 7, 2021, with the main action being approval of the Human Resources Report and Recommendations. The meeting included welcome, roll call, approval of the special agenda, and adjournment. The proceedings were largely procedural.

• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations as submitted by Chief of Human Resources Keli Tuschman

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Board of Education met to review board norms and the special agenda. The meeting included a budget workshop regarding the district budget and specific building assessment needs for various teaching and counseling positions.

• Approval of Board Norms and Protocols
• Board Budget Workshop
• Building Assessment Needs for ESL Teacher Alternative School, Para to Teacher Program, Instructional Technology Manager, Instructional Technology Specialist, Science Teacher Middle School, Encore Teacher (2) Middle School, Teacher Elementary (2) and Counselor High School

The Board of Education approved several new teaching and administrative staffing positions. The board also approved moving the Fairfax Learning Center to White Church Elementary.

• Approved Building Assessment Needs for various teachers, specialists, and a counselor (7-0)
• Approved Central Office staffing for HR Manager, HR Assistant, and Marketing Specialist (6-1)
• Approved Central Office staffing for Help Desk, Instructional Device Manager, Equity and Inclusion, and Custodian Supervisors (5-2)
• Approved moving Fairfax Learning Center to White Church Elementary (7-0)
• Approved the Special Agenda (7-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The board held a public hearing and approved an amendment to the 2020-2021 budget to republish the Gifts and Grants Fund. It also heard a community comment from Arrowhead Middle School teacher Melanie Remp requesting the school's mascot be changed from the Apaches due to concerns about Native American stereotypes. The regular agenda and procedural items were approved.

• Community comment from Melanie Remp requesting Arrowhead Middle School mascot change from Apaches
• Approval of amended 2020-2021 budget including republishing Gifts and Grants Fund
• Public hearing opened and closed for the budget amendment
• Approval of the regular meeting agenda
• Call to order and roll call

The Board of Education approved the amended 2020-2021 budget for the Gifts and Grants Fund. Other key actions included approving a college prep partnership at Wyandotte High School and several vendor contract renewals. The board also entered executive sessions for teacher negotiations.

• Approved amended 2020-2021 Gifts and Grants Fund budget (7-0)
• Approved MOU with Greater Kansas City Hispanic Development Fund for Wyandotte High School (6-0)
• Accepted first read of The Parent Handbook (7-0)
• Approved Lawrence Pest Control bid for $6,250 per month / $75,000.60 for FY 2021/2022 (7-0)
• Approved contract renewals for Allovue, Seesaw, and Innova (7-0)
• Approved IMSE reading intervention training and resources (7-0)
• Approved MOU with Infant Loss Resources for July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved KCK Public Library HR report and operations recommendations (7-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Board of Education will vote on approving the Enough is Enough Initiative. They will also receive updates on the Foundation for Excellence scholarships and a Memorandum of Understanding with Infant Loss Resources for safe sleep education.

• Action to approve Enough is Enough Initiative (submitted by Lisa Garcia-Stewart, Director of Student Services)
• Informational update on Kansas City, Kansas School Foundation for Excellence scholarship recipients
• Memorandum of Understanding with Infant Loss Resources for safe sleep training and pack n' plays (Parents as Teachers pays $100 shipping fee)
• Community comment policy re: public participation during pandemic, including Zoom meetings and advance submission requirement

The Kansas City Board of Education approved the Enough Is Enough Initiative and modifications to tuition reimbursement repayment requirements. The board also passed a consent agenda including several software renewals, library bill payments, and a $35,000 contribution agreement with the University of Kansas Hospital Authority.

• Approved Enough Is Enough Initiative (6-1)
• Approved modification for tuition reimbursement year of service repayment (7-0)
• Approved $35,000 contribution agreement with University of Kansas Hospital Authority (7-0)
• Approved renewal of PACES MOU (7-0)
• Approved contract for Conscious Discipline Private Institute (7-0)
• Approved Cengage MindTap and Edgenuity license renewals (7-0)
• Approved CompAnalyst Enterprise platform (7-0)
• Approved Hearing Officer Report following executive session (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools board held a special meeting on June 4, 2021. The board approved the special agenda, confirmed the appointment of an Associate Superintendent of Leading and Learning, and approved five middle‑school and two high‑school assistant principal positions. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approval of the Special Agenda (motion approved)
• Approval of the Associate Superintendent of Leading and Learning position
• Approval of five middle‑school and two high‑school assistant principal positions

The Board approved the creation of an Associate Superintendent of Leading and Learning position. Additionally, the Board approved five middle school and two high school assistant principal positions.

• Approved Special Agenda (6-0)
• Approved Associate Superintendent of Leading and Learning position (5-1)
• Approved 5 Middle School and 2 High School Assistant Principal positions (6-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Board of Education will meet to approve the agenda, hear community comments, recognize an Employee and Student of the Month, and receive informational updates on the Conscious Discipline Private Institute and the Enough Is Enough Initiative addressing student deaths. No votes on contracts or ordinances are scheduled.

• Accept informational report on Enough Is Enough Initiative, a response to student deaths in the district
• Accept as informational item the contract for Conscious Discipline Private Institute for Early Childhood staff
• Recognition of Jodi Mitchell as Employee of the Month and Stephen Linkous as Student of the Month
• International Student Exchange Award presentation by Dr. Tammy Haught

The Board of Education approved several consent agenda items, including the purchase of World Language and Social Studies materials for grades 6-12. They also approved a memorandum of understanding for the Greenbush Virtual Academy and the monthly financial report. The board entered executive session multiple times for teacher negotiations.

• Approved regular agenda (7-0)
• Approved memorandum of understanding for Greenbush Virtual Academy (7-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report (7-0)
• Approved Human Resource Report and Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for public libraries (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for K12 (7-0)
• Approved purchase of World Language and Social Studies materials for grades 6-12 (7-0)
• Recessed to executive session for teacher negotiations (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The board is holding a special meeting to discuss the district budget. The agenda includes approval of the special meeting agenda and a budget workshop discussion. No other business is scheduled.

• Approval of the special meeting agenda
• Discussion of budget summary (Budget Summary Board 5-12-21.pdf attached)

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

• Approved Special Agenda (6-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education will approve its regular agenda and discuss a temporary amendment to the Community Comment policy limiting gatherings to ten persons and using Zoom. The board will receive informational reports from the public library director and the School Foundation for Excellence. An update on the proposal to adopt new World Language and Social Studies materials for grades 6‑12 will also be presented.

• Approve the regular agenda (motion approved by the board).
• Temporary amendment to Community Comment policy limiting public gatherings to 10 persons and requiring Zoom attendance.
• Library Director’s Report – informational update on library statistics and programs.
• School Foundation for Excellence update – informational report on scholarships and activities.
• World Language and Social Studies resource adoption proposal – informational update for grades 6‑12.

The Board of Education approved the allocation of ESSER II funds and authorized the refinancing of eligible bonds. Several consent agenda items were passed, including human resources reports and bill payments for the district and public libraries.

• Approved ESSER II Funds (7-0)
• Approved bond refinancing resolution (4-3)
• Approved changing LOB authority to 33% (5-2)
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved Public Library Human Resources Report and Operations Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for public libraries (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for K12 (7-0)
• Approved renewal of Frontline and Talent ED PowerSchool agreements (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools Board is holding a special meeting to discuss the district budget. The agenda includes a board budget workshop for discussion and information. The meeting also covers routine items like roll call and approval of the special agenda, which has already been approved.

• Board Budget Workshop - discussion and information item
• Approval of the Special Agenda (approved unanimously)

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

• Approved Special Agenda (7-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Board of Education held a regular meeting on April 27, 2021. They approved the agenda, recognized Employee of the Month Jodi Mitchell and Student of the Month Stephen Linkous, and heard community comments. Action items included approving a contract with Squadbuilders, Inc. for supplemental nurse staffing and approving the purchase of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) to replace aging units.

• Approval of contract with Squadbuilders, Inc. for nursing staffing services
• Approval of purchase of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) to replace 2009 models
• Recognition of Employee of the Month Jodi Mitchell
• Recognition of Student of the Month Stephen Linkous
• Community comment policy amended for remote meeting procedures

The Board of Education approved contracts for nursing services and AED replacements. A comprehensive consent agenda was passed, covering human resources, financial reports, and several service agreements. The board also held multiple executive sessions to discuss personnel and attorney-client privileged matters.

• Approved contract with Squadbuilders, Inc. for nursing agency (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) (7-0)
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for public libraries and K12 (7-0)
• Approved CompuSPED Service, License and Support Agreement for new IEP system (7-0)
• Approved renewal of Nepris Connector Contract (7-0)
• Approved Service Agreement with LaborMax Temp Staffing for Nutritional Services (7-0)
• Approved renewal of MOU with Promise 1000 Home Visiting Collective 2021-22 (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools Board held a special meeting and approved the appointment of Dr. Anna Stubblefield as superintendent with a contract for the 2021-2022 school year. The board also discussed board budget priorities and approved the special meeting agenda.

• Approved appointment of Dr. Anna Stubblefield as superintendent and her employment contract for 2021-2022
• Discussed board budget priorities for the 2021-2022 school year
• Approved the special meeting agenda

The Board approved the appointment and contract of Dr. Anna Stubblefield as Superintendent of Schools for the 2021-2022 school year. The board also approved the special meeting agenda.

• Approved Special Agenda (7-0)
• Approved appointment and contract of Dr. Anna Stubblefield as Superintendent for 2021-2022 school year (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Board of Education held a special meeting. They approved the agenda and discussed updates on contracts, fleet, encumbered funds policy, equity hiring policy, and legislative post audit. The board then voted to recess into executive session to discuss non-elected personnel matters under KOMA.

• Approval of Special Agenda (motion approved)
• Contracts and Compensation Comparison Update (discussion)
• Fleet of Automobile Update (discussion)
• Equity Hiring Policy (discussion)
• Executive session for non-elected personnel (motion approved)

The Board approved the special meeting agenda. Members entered and exited executive sessions twice to discuss non-elected personnel privacy matters under KOMA. 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 open session (6-0)
• Approved second recess to executive session for non-elected personnel (7-0)
• Approved second return to open session (7-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with procedural items, community comments, and reports. The board is to consider a resolution on Social Emotional Learning (SEL). The meeting also includes public comments regarding the superintendent search process and safety concerns at Emerson Elementary playground. The board will accept the Public Library Director's Report as informational.

• Approval of regular agenda (passed)
• Community comment on superintendent search transparency
• Community comment on unsafe parking at Emerson Elementary playground
• Acceptance of Kansas City Kansas Public Library Director's Report
• Consideration of SEL resolution

The Board of Education approved the Student Code of Conduct and an SEL Resolution. Members also authorized the purchase of Obsbot Tiny AI Cameras and a Hypochlorous Acid Disinfectant Generator. Multiple administrative reports, financial payments, and early childhood calendars were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved SEL Resolution (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Obsbot Tiny AI Cameras (7-0)
• Approved Student Code of Conduct (7-0)
• Approved Amended 2021-2022 and Proposed 2022-2023 Early Childhood calendars (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Hypochlorous Acid Disinfectant Generator from 4J Facility Supply (7-0)
• Approved HeadStart COLA increase budget (7-0)
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for K12 and public libraries (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

This special meeting of the Kansas City Kansas Public Schools Board of Education is primarily procedural. The board will convene an executive session to discuss matters of non-elected personnel and to consider a first read and potential modification of proposed Policy AC, as recommended by legal counsel and the interim superintendent.

• Approval of the special agenda (motion approved unanimously)
• Executive session to discuss non-elected personnel under KOMA
• First read and potential modification of Proposed Policy AC

The board approved the special agenda and entered into three separate executive sessions to discuss non-elected personnel. No substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded in open session.

• Approved the Special Agenda (7-0)
• Approved recess to executive session at 8:40 am regarding non-elected personnel (7-0)
• Approved return to open session at 1:00 pm (7-0)
• Approved recess to executive session at 1:01 pm regarding non-elected personnel (7-0)
• Approved return to open session at 1:31 pm (7-0)
• Approved recess to executive session at 1:32 pm regarding non-elected personnel (7-0)
• Approved return to open session (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools board held a special meeting on March 27, 2021. They approved the agenda, then recessed into executive session to discuss a non-elected personnel matter and consider a first read and potential modification of proposed Policy AC.

• Approval of the special meeting agenda
• Executive session to discuss non-elected personnel matter under KOMA
• First read and potential modification of proposed Policy AC

The board approved the special agenda and entered an executive session to discuss non-elected personnel. No other substantive actions were recorded before the meeting adjourned.

• Approved the Special Agenda (7-0)
• Approved recess to Executive Session to discuss non-elected personnel (7-0)
• Approved return to open session (6-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Board of Education will approve the special meeting agenda after roll call. It will then recess to an executive session to consider the first read and possible modification of Proposed Policy AC concerning non‑elected personnel privacy under KOMA, as recommended by the interim superintendent. No other actions are listed.

• Approval of the special meeting agenda (motion by Yolanda Clark, second by Maxine Drew)
• Recess to executive session to discuss Proposed Policy AC on non‑elected personnel privacy (motion by Yolanda Clark, second by Wanda Brownlee Paige)
• Roll call of board members
• Adjournment of the special meeting

The board approved the special meeting agenda and entered an executive session to discuss non-elected personnel. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved the Special Agenda (7-0)
• Approved recess to Executive Session to discuss non-elected personnel (7-0)
• Approved motion to return to session at 6:06 pm (7-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The board voted to increase internet bandwidth from 1 to 5 gigs at 13 elementary and 2 middle schools, and to 10 gigs at central office and Carl B. Bruce, costing about $109,572 in the first year funded by ESSR. They also recognized Nancy Gatewood as Employee of the Month and Stephen Linkous as Student of the Month. Community comments were heard under a temporary policy limiting gatherings to 10 persons due to COVID-19 directives.

• Approved internet bandwidth increase from Spectrum at $109,572 for first year, funded by ESSR
• Recognized Nancy Gatewood (Central Kitchen Manager) as Employee of the Month
• Recognized Stephen Linkous as Student of the Month
• Received legislative update from Bill Brady
• Heard community comments under amended policy due to pandemic gathering limits

The Board of Education approved a contract for a retaining wall at Fairfax Learning Center and an increase in internet bandwidth for school buildings. Members also approved the Human Resources report and various bill payments. A motion to suspend non-essential spending in April was denied.

• Approved $178,845 low bid from Primetime Contracting, LLC to demolish/replace retaining wall at Fairfax Learning Center (7-0)
• Approved increasing internet bandwidth for school buildings and central office (7-0)
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for public libraries (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for K12 (7-0)
• Accepted second reading of the Student Code of Conduct (7-0)
• Approved Head Start Director's and Financial Report for February 2021 (7-0)
• Denied motion to suspend non-essential spending for 30 days in April (2-5)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools Board of Education holds a regular meeting via Zoom. They will discuss and vote on adjusting graduation requirements for the 2020-2021 senior class in light of COVID-19 disruptions. The board also will hear reports on the superintendent search, a foundation update, and the public library director's report. A community comment period includes a request from high school counselors for the graduation requirement change.

• Adjusting graduation requirements for 2020-2021 seniors to state minimums (action item)
• Early graduation video presentation for 2020-2021
• Community comment policy reminder with limited in-person attendance due to pandemic
• Update on superintendent search from JG Consulting
• KCK School Foundation for Excellence update report

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools Board of Education held a special meeting on March 6, 2021. After approving the special agenda, the board recessed into executive session to discuss matters of non-elected personnel under KOMA. During the session, they accepted as a first read and potential modification of proposed Policy AC, as recommended by the interim superintendent.

• Approval of the special agenda with a unanimous vote
• Executive session to discuss non-elected personnel matters
• First read and potential modification of proposed Policy AC

The board approved the special agenda and entered executive sessions to discuss matters of non-elected personnel. No other substantive actions 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 (6-0)
• Approved second recess to executive session for non-elected personnel matters (6-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Board of Education held a special meeting on March 5, 2021. They approved the special agenda and then recessed into an executive session to discuss a matter involving non-elected personnel. The board considered a first read and potential modification of proposed Policy AC, as recommended by legal counsel and the interim superintendent.

• Approval of the special agenda (unanimous vote)
• Recess to executive session to discuss non-elected personnel under KOMA
• First read and potential modification of Proposed Policy AC as recommended by legal counsel and interim superintendent
• Roll call attendance and board norms read

The board approved the special meeting agenda and voted to recess into an executive session to discuss non-elected personnel. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved Special Agenda (7-0)
• Approved motion to recess to Executive Session to discuss non-elected personnel (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools Board will hold a special meeting to discuss a contracts and salaries comparison analysis. The meeting includes approval of the special agenda and reading of board norms.

• Discussion of contracts and salaries comparison analysis
• Approval of the special meeting agenda
• Reading of board norms and protocols

The board approved the special meeting agenda. Members held a discussion regarding a contracts and salaries comparison analysis.

• Approved Special Agenda (7-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools Board of Education is meeting to consider approval of re-entry options for students in the pandemic. The board also approved a service contract with Transeo for career and technical education software for the 2021-2022 school year. Other agenda items include employee and student of the month recognitions, an update on the superintendent search, and changes to community comment procedures due to COVID-19.

• Approval of a service contract with Transeo for the 2021-2022 school year (approved 5-2)
• Decision on school re-entry options from the Re-entry Update presentation
• Recognition of Employee of the Month Jody Mitchell and Student of the Month Stephen Linkous
• Update on superintendent search with JG Consulting
• Temporary amendment to community comment policy due to COVID-19 gathering limits

The Board of Education approved a school re-entry option and a service contract with Transeo for the 2021-2022 year. Members also accepted second reads for proposed changes to policies GAR, JGCC, and EBBD. Various administrative items, including bill payments and the treasurer's report, were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved service contract with Transeo for 2021-2022 (5-2)
• Approved school re-entry option (7-0)
• Accepted second read of proposed changes to Policy GAR (7-0)
• Accepted second read of proposed changes to Policy JGCC (7-0)
• Accepted second read of proposed changes to Policy EBBD (7-0)
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills for public libraries and K12 (7-0)
• Approved Cisco Security Services and Cisco SMARTnet Renewal (6-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education will consider several agenda items, including routine procedural matters and updates. The board will review and potentially approve an action to begin the KSHSAA Spring Sports season on March 1, 2021. Additional items include an informational update on the Kansas City School Foundation for Excellence and a legislative update from the district lobbyist. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom in accordance with health directives.

• Approve the regular agenda (motion approved).
• Adopt community comment policy limiting gatherings to 10 persons and using Zoom.
• Receive informational update on Kansas City School Foundation for Excellence.
• Receive informational legislative update from district lobbyist Bill Brady.
• Consider action to start KSHSAA Spring Sports season on March 1, 2021.

The Board of Education approved plans for high school and middle school spring sports and a healthcare staffing contract with Zack Group. Members also approved student reentry plans and an addendum to the Student Code of Conduct, though one member voted against these items. Other actions included approving the payment of bills and a $26,298 maintenance bid.

• Approved High School and Intramural Middle School Spring Sports for 2020-2021
• Approved contract with Zack Group Healthcare Staffing
• Approved February 22nd and March 1st Student Reentry Plans (6-1)
• Approved Unsafe Conditions Addendum to the Student Code of Conduct (6-1)
• Approved State Waived 20-Hours for Professional Development
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations
• Approved payment of bills for K12
• Accepted $26,298 low bid from Lippert Mechanical Service Corporation for chiller maintenance

Special Meeting Agenda

This is a procedural special meeting of the Kansas City Kansas Public Schools board. The board approved the special agenda (6-0) and held a discussion on KASB training. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made.

• Approval of the Special Agenda (motion approved 6-0)
• Discussion of KASB Training

The board met for a special meeting and approved the agenda. The session included a discussion regarding KASB Training.

• Approved Special Agenda (6-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education formally approved the meeting agenda. The board recognized a Student of the Month and an Employee of the Month. It reviewed the Community Comment policy and received updates from the interim superintendent, the library director, and on the superintendent search and a youth survey. No decisions beyond agenda approval were recorded.

• Approval of the regular agenda (motion approved)
• Student of the Month recognitions
• Community Comment policy discussion
• Turner Quarterly Report from the library
• Update on superintendent search and CTC youth survey

The Board of Education approved first readings for proposed changes to policies GAR, JGCC, and EBBD. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included human resources recommendations and payment of bills.

• Approved first read of proposed changes to Policy GAR (7-0)
• Approved first read of proposed changes to Policy JGCC (7-0)
• Approved first read of proposed changes to Policy EBBD (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including HR report and bill payments (7-0)
• Approved amended meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved two recesses to Executive Session for personnel matters (7-0)

KCKPS Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools board is holding a special meeting to discuss the superintendent search process with consultant JG Consulting. The board approved the special agenda unanimously.

• Discussion of superintendent search with JG Consulting

The board approved the special meeting agenda. Members held a discussion regarding the superintendent search with JG Consulting.

• Approved Special Agenda (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools board held a special meeting on January 19, 2021. They voted to approve Maxine Drew as the KASB delegate for USD 500. The board also discussed KASB training.

• Approval of Maxine Drew as KASB delegate for USD 500
• Discussion of KASB training

The board approved the special meeting agenda and appointed representatives for the Kansas Association of School Boards (KASB). Maxine Drew was nominated as the delegate and Janey Humphries as the alternate delegate.

• Approved Special Agenda (7-0)
• Approved Maxine Drew as KASB Delegate for USD 500 (7-0)
• Approved Janey Humphries as alternate KASB delegate for USD 500 (7-0)

Regular Meeting Agenda

This regular meeting agenda consists primarily of procedural items (call to order, roll call, approval of agenda) and a community comment period. The board will hear several requests to approve wrestling for the winter season, as well as a comment regarding the Central Area Master Plan and the future of Central Middle School.

• Community comment from Paul Baker about Central Middle School demolition and relocation
• Multiple community comments urging board to approve wrestling season (Bryan Escobar-Meza, Patrick Hamill, Mary Thompson, Leilani Soriano, Zach Davies)
• Temporary amendment to community comment policy due to COVID-19 gathering limits

The Board of Education approved the next phase of school re-entry and a request for leniency in the district's athletic eligibility policy. Other actions included approving public library bills and personnel reports, and accepting the 2019-2020 district audit.

• Approved next phase of school re-entry (6-1)
• Approved leniency in district eligibility policy for athletics and activities (5-2)
• Approved payment of bills for public libraries (7-0)
• Approved Public Library Human Resources Report and Operations Recommendations (7-0)
• Approved public support for the Safe and Welcoming ordinance (7-0)
• Accepted Audited Financial Statements for fiscal year ending June 30, 2020 (7-0)
• Approved appointment to the Board of Directors of the KCK School Foundation for Excellence, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved Human Resources Report and Recommendations (7-0)

Special Meeting Agenda

The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools Board held a special meeting on January 8, 2021. The board approved the special agenda and will hold a discussion with the Unified Government Health Department regarding COVID-19.

• Approval of the special meeting agenda (motion approved unanimously)
• Discussion with UG Health Department on COVID-19

The Board approved the special meeting agenda. Members held a discussion regarding the UG Health Department and COVID-19.

• Approved Special Agenda (5-0)