Andover Public Schools public meetings in 2021
18 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting of the Board of Education 6:30 p.m.
The Board of Education reviewed financial reports, personnel updates, and upcoming enrollment guides. The meeting also included recognition for long-serving board members and a teacher nomination for the Kansas Horizon Award.
- $1,494,533 GMP with Hutton for HVAC controls at ACHS, CES, and SES
- Approval of 2022-2023 Middle and High School Enrollment Guides
- $4,995 donation to AMS teacher Amy Dieter for technology improvements
- $750 anonymous donation to AMS for families in need
- Restatement of 403(b) and 457(b) retirement plans to add a Roth option
Regular Meeting of the Board of Education 6:30 p.m.
The Andover Board of Education met on November 8, 2021, to approve the consent agenda, which included the financial report, warrants, personnel report, out-of-state travel, a COVID-19 leave memorandum of understanding with the teachers' association, a water well license, and disposal of district assets. The board also received reports on bond progress and remote learning, and discussed the 2022-23 academic calendar and the 2021-22 Capital Outlay Plan. The meeting opened with recognition of the state champion girls tennis team and teacher award nominees.
- Approved 2021-22 MOU with Andover Education Association for COVID-19 leave
- Approved disposal of 7 district assets including buses, trucks, and a mower
- Approved financial report and warrants for period ending October 31, 2021
- Discussed 2022-23 proposed academic calendar
- Discussed 2021-22 Capital Outlay Plan
Special Meeting of the Board of Education 4 p.m.
The Andover Public Schools Board of Education held a special meeting to discuss a proposed school-based health clinic (SBHC). Presentations were made by district staff and health professionals, and the board heard perspectives from educators, counselors, and principals on student mental health needs. The SBHC will be an action item at the November 8 board meeting.
- Discussion of school-based health clinic proposal with presentations by Dr. Rachel Brown, Dr. Kari Harris, Dr. Stephanie Kuhlmann, Suzi Thien, Jill Lachenmayr, and Brett White
- Review of FAQ document, allowable uses of ESSER federal relief funds, and draft agreement with KU Pediatrics
- SBHC to be an action item at November 8 BOE meeting
Regular Meeting of the Board of Education 6:30 p.m.
The Andover Public Schools Board of Education voted to continue requiring masks for staff, students, and visitors in elementary buildings from October 13 through November 9, 2021. The board also discussed a recommendation for approximately $2.4 million in supplemental projects funded by the 2017 bond election, with a formal vote scheduled for the November meeting. Routine consent items, including financial reports and an interim nursing contract, were approved.
- Mask mandate extended for elementary staff, students, and visitors from Oct 13 to Nov 9, 2021 (passed 4-2)
- Discussion of $2.4 million in supplemental bond projects at facilities from the 2017 bond issue
- Approval of interim nursing contract with Interim Healthcare for RN and LPN services for Stay to Learn testing
- Approval of 2022 health insurance and benefits renewal plan
- Approval of donations totaling $2,450 from Andover Jr. Sports Association, anonymous donor, and Parks Inc.
Regular Meeting of the Board of Education 6:30 p.m.
The Andover Board of Education is meeting to approve routine consent items, including the 2022-2024 Neighborhood Revitalization Plan, which increases the property tax rebate for new non-residential buildings from 45% to 95%. The board also approves financial reports, personnel changes, and policy revisions.
- Approved 2022-2024 Neighborhood Revitalization Plan with 95% rebate for new non-residential buildings
- Approved $22,440 annual water treatment agreement with Kan-Tech, Inc.
- Approved 2021-22 ORION Education contract for virtual and diploma completion programs
- Approved policy revisions clarifying Title IX and harassment responsibilities
- Approved financial report and warrants for period ending August 31, 2021
Special Meeting of the Board of Education 6:30 p.m.
The Board of Education reviewed COVID-19 data and voted on health and safety measures. The board approved a requirement for staff, students, and visitors to wear face coverings in indoor spaces.
- Temporary face covering requirement from September 3, 2021, through October 12, 2021
- Exclusions for children under age 2, certain medical conditions, and specific athletes
Regular Meeting of the Board of Education 6:30 p.m.
The Andover Public Schools Board of Education is meeting to handle routine business and discuss several items. The board will vote on consent items including warrants, personnel, donations, and a copy paper purchase, as well as a separate action item to replace water heaters at three schools. Discussions will cover the city's proposed Neighborhood Revitalization Plan and an update on the district's naming rights program.
- Approval of $24,553.20 copy paper purchase through Greenbush from Veritiv
- Approval of adult meal price increases: lunch to $4.65, breakfast to $2.75
- Approval of $124,716 water heater replacements at PCE, RME, and WES
- Discussion of proposed 2022-2024 Andover Neighborhood Revitalization Plan with 95% rebate for new non-residential buildings
- Update on district naming rights program with Foundation for Andover Schools
Regular Meeting of the Board of Education 6:30 p.m.
The Andover Board of Education held its regular meeting to organize for the 2021-22 school year, electing Jennifer Seymour as President and appointing other officers. The board also approved a consent agenda covering financial reports, personnel changes, donations, and several routine resolutions.
- Appointed Jennifer Seymour as President, Susan DeVaughn as Vice-President, Jamie Bohannon as Clerk, Terry Rombeck as Assistant Clerk, and Sherame Kneisel as Treasurer for 2021-22
- Approved financial report for period ending June 30, 2021, including $100,815.38 encumbrance to Symmetry Energy Solutions, LLC
- Approved personnel report for 07-12-2021
- Accepted $750 donation from Schaefer Johnson Cox Frey Architecture for summer administrator retreat
- Approved resolutions 21-22-01 through 21-22-05 covering meeting dates, fixed asset waiver, depository institutions, early bill payment, and 1,116-hour school year
Regular Meeting of the Board of Education 6:30 p.m.
The Andover Public Schools Board of Education is meeting to approve consent items including the purchase of furniture for Andover eCademy from Scott Rice - Office Plus for $70,920.87, as well as year-end closing authorizations and disposal of assets. The board will also hear reports on bond project progress and discuss a potential partnership with KU Wichita Pediatrics.
- Approval of $70,920.87 furniture purchase for Andover eCademy from Scott Rice - Office Plus
- Authorization for year-end closing including potential contingency reserve encumbrance to Symmetry Energy Solutions, Inc. not to exceed $100,815.39
- Approval of donations including $6,113 from United Way for CES Lego Leagues and $1,500 from anonymous donor for AHS programs
- Disposal of assets including 673 Chromebooks, 450 Cisco phones, and 235 iPads
- Approval of early graduation requests for two students
Special Meeting of the Board of Education 8:30 a.m.
The Andover Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special meeting to discuss goals and planning for the district's future needs. The board will also enter an executive session for a discussion permitted under the Kansas Open Meetings Act. The agenda includes routine items such as agenda approval and adjournment.
- Discussion of BOE retreat and district goals
- Motion to enter executive session
- Agenda approval motion carried
Special Meeting of the Board of Education 8 a.m.
The Andover Public Schools Board of Education held a special meeting to approve the agenda and the personnel report, which tracks new hires, terminations, resignations, retirements, and transfers. The board then voted to enter executive session to discuss employee matters under the Kansas Open Meetings Act, with Superintendent Brett White present. The meeting was adjourned after the session.
- Approved personnel report for June 4, 2021
- Entered executive session for non-elected personnel matters
- Meeting held at District Office, Room 216
Special Meeting of the Board of Education 6:30 p.m.
The Andover Public Schools Board of Education held a special meeting on May 25, 2021, to approve several action items. The board approved COVID-related recommendations for summer 2021 and the 2021-22 school year, including making masks optional starting June 1, 2021, and hiring additional staff using ESSER funds. The board also approved consent agenda items such as the personnel report, the School Resource Officer agreement with the City of Andover, and staff handbooks. The meeting included multiple executive sessions to discuss employee performance.
- Approved COVID recommendations: masks optional for students and staff starting June 1, 2021, except for Driver's Education students
- Approved hiring up to 15 permanent substitute teachers using ESSER funds
- Approved hiring 1.0 FTE additional school nurse and retaining 2.0 FTE health clerk float positions
- Approved School Resource Officer Agreement with City of Andover for 2021-22, continuing four officers
- Approved 2021-22 handbooks for licensed, classified, substitute, and administrative personnel
Regular Meeting of the Board of Education 6:30 p.m.
The Andover Public Schools Board of Education will discuss and potentially act on adopting iReady Classroom Mathematics as the core K-5 math curriculum for 2021-22, along with other routine items. The board will also hear updates on bond projects, budget, and staff handbooks.
- Recommendation to adopt iReady Classroom Mathematics for K-5 starting 2021-22
- Approval of donations: $10,644 from Robert Martin Elementary PTO and $774.49 from Kroger to AHS Band
- Approval of $500 scholarships to five seniors: Marshall Allison, Noah Camfield, Ian Collins, Tiffany Chan, Madison Terrell
- Discussion of 2021-22 staff handbooks for licensed, classified, substitute, and administrative personnel
- Update on bond projects at Aquatics Center and Trojan Stadium
Regular Meeting of the Board of Education 6:30 p.m.
The Board of Education is reviewing a proposed budget amendment for 2020-21 to account for increased enrollment in the Andover eCademy virtual school. The amendment aims to capture approximately $1,500,000 in additional state aid and will not affect district tax levies.
- Proposed budget amendment for 2020-21 to reflect increased virtual school enrollment
- Approval of $35,350 purchase of Trojan Stadium seating from Hanson Sports via donation
- Restoration of transportation fees to $250 per student and $350 per family for 2021-22
- Approval of $24,500 audit engagement with Busby, Ford & Reimer LLC
- Acceptance of various donations including $35,350 from Trojan Family Booster Club
Regular Meeting of the Board of Education 6:30 p.m.
The Andover Public Schools Board of Education is meeting to approve routine consent items, hear reports on bond projects and summer learning, and take action on several financial items. Key actions include approving a resolution to advance refund general obligation school building bonds, republishing the 2020-21 budget to capture additional state aid, and approving a $120,000 change order for the Trojan Stadium project.
- Approval of Resolution 20-21-08 for advance refunding of General Obligation School Building Bonds, saving approximately $3 million
- Approval to republish/amend 2020-21 budget to capture approximately $1,500,000 in additional state aid due to increased enrollment
- Approval of $120,000 change order for Trojan Stadium & Track project, bringing total GMP to $3,049,673
- Discussion of proposed 2021-22 fees, including transportation fees restoring to $250/student and $350/family
- Report on Summer 2021 learning opportunities funded by ESSER
Special Meeting of the Board of Education 5:30 p.m.- Zoom
The Andover Public Schools Board of Education held a special meeting to vote on COVID-19-related changes. They approved updates to the gating criteria for middle and high school learning models, ended temperature checks at school entrances, and approved a phased return to full onsite learning for all grades by March 22, 2021.
- Approved changes to secondary gating criteria, making middle school 'red' and high school 'yellow, orange, red' become Onsite/Hybrid
- Approved stopping temperature checks for students and adults at school entrances starting March 8, 2021
- Approved return to onsite learning for grades 7, 8, and 10 beginning March 8, 2021
- Approved return to onsite learning for grades 11 and 12 beginning March 22, 2021, making all grades in-person
Regular Meeting of the Board of Education 6:30 p.m.
The Andover Public Schools Board of Education met on February 8, 2021, and approved a consent agenda that included several technology purchases, a required increase in adult meal prices, and other routine items. The board also recognized student and teacher achievements. All consent items were approved with a 5-1 vote, with Josh Wells voting no.
- Approved $45,000 purchase of 400 Dell 22" monitors
- Approved $172,634.25 for annual SMART Net licensing from ConvergeOne
- Approved $76,476.40 for 440 Cisco 7841 phones from ConvergeOne
- Approved adult breakfast price increase to $2.45 and lunch to $4.30
- Approved donations totaling $2,542.18 from various organizations
Regular Meeting of the Board of Education 6:30 p.m.
The Andover Public Schools Board of Education met on January 11, 2021, and approved a consent agenda containing routine items such as meeting minutes, financial reports, warrants, personnel report, donations, enrollment guides, the audited financial report, asset disposal, and the 2020-21 Capital Outlay Plan. The board also recognized a teacher as a state finalist for a national teaching award and celebrated debate team achievements.
- Approved the June 30, 2020 audited financial report with no significant findings
- Approved the 2020-21 Capital Outlay Plan
- Approved donations: $1,000 Cox Charities grant to Cottonwood Elementary and $3,000 from Kurt and Diane Kauffman to AHS theater
- Approved disposal of 958 library books from Andover Middle School
- Approved Resolution 20-21-07 to keep board officer elections and meeting dates in July