Parkway School District, MO

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting and Closed Meeting - Parkway Admin/PNEA Communications Lab

The Parkway Board of Education is holding a special meeting that will immediately go into closed session. The only substantive action is a call for closed session to discuss preparation for negotiations with employee groups. The remainder of the agenda is procedural (call to order, roll call, approval of agenda, adjournment).

• Closed session called under Missouri statute 610.021.9 for preparation for negotiations with employee groups

Project Parkway Steering Committee Meeting

The Parkway School District Project Parkway Steering Committee meets to receive updates on the Facilities 2050 plan and the Budget Task Force. The meeting includes welcome, introductions, and closing remarks. No voting or decision items are listed.

• Welcome and introductions by Superintendent Dr. Melissa Schneider and other district leaders
• Facilities 2050 update (discussion/information)
• Budget Task Force update (discussion/information)
• Closing remarks

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education will consider approving two contracts for long-term facilities planning: a $400,000 facility condition assessment with Schneider Electric and a $100,000 demographic study with Avant, both funded by Prop S and program 411 budgets. The board will also vote on a residency verification system, a policy on board member qualifications, and personnel items, following a closed session for legal, real estate, and personnel matters.

• Approval of $400,000 Facilities Condition Assessment contract with Schneider Electric (RFP 26-47) for evaluation of all district buildings and systems, funded by Prop S
• Approval of $100,000 Demographic Study contract with Avant (RFP 26-49) to support Facilities 2050 planning, funded by program 411 budget
• Approval of purchase of Residency Online Verification System (addendum to agenda item 11.22)
• Approval of Policy BBBA – Board Member Qualifications
• Special recognitions: National Merit Commended and Semifinalists, Perfect ACT scores, elementary school library donation, Superintendent Character Awards

Parkway Board of Education Workshop

The Parkway Board of Education will hold a workshop on November 10, 2025. The meeting includes a closed session for legal matters, followed by open-session items including a market study presentation by Educational Management Solutions, an update from the Parkway Steering Committee, and a board self-evaluation discussion.

• Market study results presentation by Fred Corn of Educational Management Solutions and Mike Baugus, Chief Human Resources Officer
• Parkway Steering Committee work update from Jason Rooks and Superintendent Melissa Schneider
• Board self-evaluation discussion
• Closed session for legal actions and litigation involving the district

Student Services Board Subcommittee Meeting

This is a procedural subcommittee meeting of the Parkway School District Board of Education with no votes scheduled. Members will discuss the Panorama student survey platform, discipline policy updates, and the 504 process for students with disabilities. The next meeting date is to be determined.

• Discussion of student survey platform Panorama
• Discussion of discipline policy
• Discussion of 504 process for students with disabilities

Teaching, Learning and Accountability Board Subcommittee Meeting

The Teaching, Learning and Accountability Board Subcommittee will review Section I Curriculum and Instruction policies. The meeting includes procedural items such as call to order, attendance, and scheduling. No votes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Review of Section I Curriculum and Instruction policies

Operations/HR Board Subcommittee Meeting

The Operations/HR Board Subcommittee will meet via videoconference to discuss and receive information on several topics, including a comprehensive review of technology, a new parent app for transportation, and an update on the compensation study. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and information only.

• Technology Comprehensive Review
• Transportation Parent App
• Compensation Study Update
• D Policies discussion
• Other discussion items

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting - Discipline Hearing/Closed Session

This special meeting of the Parkway Board of Education is primarily procedural, with the board voting unanimously to enter closed session to discuss student discipline matters, including scholastic probation, expulsion, or graduation of identifiable individuals. No public action on specific cases is scheduled.

• Unanimous vote to go into closed session under Missouri law for student discipline and protected records.

The board approved the meeting agenda and entered a closed session. The closed session was held to consider scholastic probation, expulsion, graduation of identifiable individuals, and protected records.

• Approved October 27, 2025, agenda (6-0)
• Entered closed session for discipline and protected records (6-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education held a regular meeting on October 15, 2025. After approving a closed session for legal, real estate, and personnel discussions, the board reconvened in open session to recognize three elementary schools as Schools of Character and approved a consent agenda including minutes and an updated meeting calendar.

• Closed session approved for legal actions, real estate transactions, and personnel matters (610.021.1, .2, .3, .13)
• Recognition of Hanna Woods Elementary as State School of Character; Oak Brook and Ross elementary schools as National Schools of Character
• Consent agenda approved, including minutes from August 21, September 18, and September 25, 2025 meetings
• Updated 2025-26 Board of Education meeting calendar approved

The Board of Education approved several consent items including a resolution for the issuance of up to $100,000,000 in general obligation bonds. Other approvals included contract extensions for health services, medical screenings, and electrical supplies, as well as a change order for middle school renovations.

• Approved closed session for legal, real estate, and personnel matters (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved August 21 Teaching, Learning and Accountability minutes (6-0)
• Approved September 18 Project Parkway Steering Committee minutes (6-0)
• Approved September 25 Tax Rate Hearing minutes (6-0)
• Approved September 25 Regular Meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved updated 2025-26 board meeting calendar (6-0)
• Approved personnel items for employment and assignment changes (6-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The board will hold a tax rate hearing and vote on adopting a blended tax rate of $3.6332 for the 2025-26 fiscal year, including a voluntary rollback of $0.1534 and no recoupment due to St. Louis County reporting errors. The board will also meet in closed session to discuss personnel matters. Consent items include approval of gifts from the public, such as $23,000 from Barretts Elementary PTO and $1,899 from McKelvey Intermediate PTO, and renewal of Mitel support contract.

• Adoption of 2025-26 tax rate: blended $3.6332 per $100 assessed value, residential $3.1636
• Closed session for personnel hiring, firing, or promotion discussions
• Approval of gift from Barretts Elementary PTO: $23,000 for cubbies and cabinets
• Approval of gift from McKelvey Intermediate PTO: $1,899 for a Gaga Pit
• Renewal of Mitel support from CMS Solutions (updated amount and year)

The Board of Education approved several consent items including personnel matters, financial statements, and multiple service contracts. Additionally, the board accepted three large donations from PTOs for elementary school equipment.

• Approved September 10, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved $26,115 donation to Henry Elementary for cafeteria tables (7-0)
• Approved $11,000 donation to Pierremont Elementary for cafeteria tables (7-0)
• Approved $23,000 donation to Barretts Elementary for classroom furniture (7-0)
• Approved EYC Academy memorandum of understanding not to exceed $200,000 (7-0)
• Approved South High Orchestra Nashville trip not to exceed $60,000 (7-0)
• Approved Starbeam Lighting LLC LED light contract for estimated $45,000 (7-0)
• Approved Stone Acres Tree Service, LLC tree removal contract for $75,000 annually (7-0)

Tax Rate Hearing

The board is holding a public hearing on the proposed 2025-2026 tax rate, recommending a blended rate up to $3.6374 for adoption. Two options are presented: a blended rate of $3.6332 and $3.6374, depending on fund distribution. The district will not levy tax recoupment for 2025 because St. Louis County failed to correct inaccurate reports. The residential rate includes a voluntary rollback of $0.1534 set in 2024, valued at about $7.45 million, with no additional rollback for 2025.

• Proposed blended tax rate of $3.6332 or $3.6374 for 2025-2026
• Voluntary residential rollback of $0.1534 from 2024, worth ~$7.45 million
• No tax recoupment levied due to St. Louis County reporting errors
• Public comments invited on the proposed rate
• Closed session at 6:00 p.m. precedes the hearing

The district presented a proposed 2025-2026 tax rate featuring a blended rate decrease from $3.8674 to $3.6332 per $100 AV. While the rate is dropping, total assessed valuation increased by 9.60%, which may result in higher individual property tax impacts.

• Approved September 25, 2025 agenda (7-0)
• Adjourned tax rate hearing (7-0)

Project Parkway Steering Committee Meeting

At this meeting of the Project Parkway Steering Committee, members will continue developing Facilities 2050 plans and receive progress updates on bond project work. They will also review the 2025-2026 Comprehensive School Improvement Plan. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion and information.

• Continued development of Facilities 2050 plans
• Progress updates on Prop S/Bond project work
• 2025-2026 Comprehensive School Improvement Plan update
• Recap and review of previous work

The committee received updates on the 2025-2026 Comprehensive School Improvement Plan regarding teaching and leadership. Members also reviewed the allocation of Prop S funds and discussed upcoming facility site visits.

• Reviewed 2025-2026 Comprehensive School Improvement Plan update
• Reviewed status of Prop S fund allocation and permissible uses
• Scheduled Lindbergh High School site visit for October 29th

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The board will hold a regular meeting following a closed session. They will vote on a consent agenda that includes approval of minutes, a $1,259 donation to Claymont Elementary for an adaptive swing, updates to a Branson on Stage Live trip, and purchase of science resources. Public comments and special recognitions are also scheduled.

• Donation of $1,259 to Claymont Elementary from PTO for an adaptive swing
• Updated dates for West Middle School's Branson on Stage Live trip
• Addition of agenda item 11.30: Approval of purchase of science resources 2024
• Closed session for legal actions, real estate, and personnel matters
• Special recognition for American Heart Association

Teaching, Learning and Accountability Board Subcommittee Meeting

The Teaching, Learning and Accountability Board Subcommittee will hear proposed topics and guiding questions for the year's program evaluations and receive an update on curriculum revisions completed over the past year. This is a discussion and information session; no votes are scheduled.

• Preliminary Program Evaluation Conversation: subcommittee will hear proposed topics and guiding questions from evaluation leads.
• Curriculum Revisions update: board members will receive an overview of revisions completed over the last year.

The subcommittee discussed the upcoming review and evaluation of four specific academic programs for the 2025-2026 school year. Program leaders presented study goals and curriculum implementation timelines. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting - Discipline Hearing/Closed Session

The Parkway Board of Education is meeting for a special session dedicated to a discipline hearing, which will be conducted in closed session. The board approved the agenda and voted to enter closed session to discuss student probation, expulsion, and protected records as allowed by state law. No public decisions are scheduled; the hearing will be held behind closed doors.

• Board voted to enter closed session under Missouri law for student discipline matters (scholastic probation, expulsion, protected records).
• Approved the agenda for the August 13, 2025 special meeting and discipline hearing.
• Meeting included roll call and adjournment following the closed session.

The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and entered a closed session to discuss student scholastic probation, expulsion, or graduation and other protected records. No substantive decisions were recorded in the open session.

• Approved August 13, 2025 Special Meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed session for discipline hearing and protected records (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The board will consider approving a $25,640 contract with Computer Information Concepts to add student assessment reports to Infinite Campus, and a corporate partnership with Team Express. The meeting also includes introduction of new administrators and approval of personnel items. A closed session preceding the open meeting addressed legal, personnel, and employee matters.

• Approval of $25,640 for Infinite Campus student assessment report service (12-month term)
• Approval of corporate partnership agreement with Team Express
• Introduction of new administrators to the district
• Approval of personnel items (addendum to agenda item 11.08)
• Approval of minutes from June 11, June 16, and June 30, 2025 meetings

The Board of Education approved a three-year contract for benefit administration software and several operational expenditures. The board also accepted public donations for Northeast and Central Middle Schools and approved personnel recommendations.

• Approved $276,597 annual contract with Empyrean for benefits software (6-0)
• Approved apx. $4,500 donation from Elks Lodge No. 9 to Northeast Middle School (6-0)
• Approved apx. $6,500 donation from Northeast Middle PTO to theater department (6-0)
• Approved $1,744.20 donation from Central Middle PTO for student planners (6-0)
• Approved Family Arena License Agreements for 2026 graduations not to exceed $110,052 (6-0)
• Approved $60,000 extension for TruTurf athletic field maintenance (6-0)
• Approved Rycor Pay for credit card processing through June 30, 2027 (6-0)
• Approved certified and operations employment recommendations (6-0)

Student Services Board Subcommittee Meeting

The Parkway School District Student Services Board Subcommittee meets to discuss a targeted evaluation of special assignments. The agenda includes call to order, attendance, and adjournment. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is informational and discussion-based.

• Discussion of targeted evaluation of special assignments

The subcommittee held a discussion regarding the targeted evaluation of special assignments and the expected outcomes of the review. The meeting included a review of schools not accepting special assignment requests for 2025-26 and the timeline for recommendations to the Board of Education. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting - Open Session

The Parkway Board of Education at its June 30 special meeting approved a consent agenda that includes new policies banning or limiting student cell phone use during the school day. The board also approved personnel changes, April 2025 financial statements, a dual enrollment agreement with St. Louis Community College, and the 2025-2026 Alternative Methods of Instruction plan.

• Approval of cell phone policy JG-R1.BP prohibiting K-8 use all day and restricting 9-12 use during class
• Approval of new policy JFCD.BP defining electronic personal communication device usage and discipline
• Approval of 2025-2026 Parkway/STLCC dual enrollment and facilities use agreement
• Approval of April 2025 financial statements presented by CFO Carrie Nunn
• Approval of 2025-2026 Alternative Methods of Instruction (AMI) plan for up to 36 hours of remote learning

The Board of Education approved a series of consent items including updated cell phone policies, financial statements, and several service contracts. Key approvals included funding for school safety officer training and a dual enrollment agreement with St. Louis Community College.

• Approved policy updates for cell phone and electronic device usage (7-0)
• Approved $74,264.96 contract with Liberty Outpost for firearms training for school safety officers (7-0)
• Approved $138,000 agreement with St. Louis Community College for dual enrollment and facilities (7-0)
• Approved $417,710.00 for Tyler Munis annual support and maintenance services (7-0)
• Approved $43,200.00 one-year extension for Hudl Sports Performance Analysis Program (7-0)
• Approved $50,000 authorization increase for Mercy Athletic Training Services (7-0)
• Approved $6,807 for Second Step curriculum implementation (7-0)
• Approved April 2025 financial statements (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting - Discipline Hearing/Closed Session

The Parkway Board of Education held a virtual special meeting to approve consent items including the annual targeted tuition reimbursement program for TESOL and world language certifications, an MSD maintenance agreement for Oak Brook Elementary, and an adult lunch meal price increase. The previously scheduled closed session for a discipline hearing was canceled.

• Approved targeted tuition reimbursement for TESOL certification and world language (Spanish, French, Latin, American Sign Language) coursework for 2025-2026.
• Approved MSD easement and maintenance agreement for stormwater detention basin at Oak Brook Elementary School (Prop S project 232401B).
• Approved adult lunch meal price increase to $4.95 (up $0.30) and adult breakfast to match DESE reimbursement rate starting July 1, 2025.
• Added item for policy review of Policy JFCD.BP on cell phone/electronic personal communication device usage.
• Meeting originally scheduled as discipline hearing/closed session; closed session no longer needed.

The Board approved a $0.30 increase for adult lunch meals and an easement agreement for Oak Brook Elementary School. It also approved specific languages for the 2025-2026 Targeted Tuition Reimbursement Program. The scheduled closed session was cancelled.

• Approved adult lunch meal price increase of $0.30 to a rate of $4.95 (6-0)
• Approved adult breakfast price increase to match DESE reimbursement rate (6-0)
• Approved MSD maintenance agreement and easement for Oak Brook Elementary School (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved TESOL, Spanish, French, Latin, and American Sign Language for 2025-2026 Targeted Tuition Reimbursement Program (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The board will hold a closed session for legal and personnel matters (already completed) then open session. They will recognize state sports champions, a perfect ACT score, and a digital wellness contest winner. Action items include approving consent agenda items such as EducationPlus dues ($102,439.89) and a TIF reimbursement agreement with the City of Chesterfield (added as item 11.33). Public comments will be heard.

• Approval of TIF reimbursement agreement with City of Chesterfield (added item 11.33)
• Approval of 2025-26 EducationPlus dues ($102,439.89)
• Recognition of state wrestling and girls swim championship teams
• Recognition of perfect ACT score student
• Recognition of digital wellness contest winner

The Board of Education approved a series of consent items, including a significant fund transfer and several vendor contracts. The board also authorized a closed session to discuss legal actions and personnel matters.

• Approved transfer of up to $6,890,528 from General Fund to Capital Projects Fund
• Approved 2025-26 EducationPlus Dues of $102,439.89
• Approved $7,605 donation to Parkway West Athletics from Raymond Jones Charitable
• Approved $80,000 annual extension with Casual Tees for district t-shirts
• Approved $115,000 extension with Jostens for graduation materials
• Approved up to $80,000 for sheet music from approved vendors
• Approved $13,000 expenditure for Spark! Pre-Professional Health Science Academy Agreement
• Approved renewal of food service management contract with Compass Group - Chartwells

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting - Discipline Hearing/Closed Session

The Parkway Board of Education held a special meeting for a discipline hearing, then went into closed session to discuss employee discipline, student probation/expulsion, and personnel records. The board also approved a consent agenda including a $3.6 million per year contract for substitute employment services with Kelly Services, accepted donations to schools, and authorized an emergency increase for freezer repairs.

• Closed discipline hearing and closed session under state law for personnel and student matters
• Approval of $3.6M/year substitute employment services contract with Kelly Services for 3 years plus two 1-year renewals
• Donation of $7,244.28 to Parkway Central Middle School from PTO for grants and mural
• Donation of $1,000 to Parkway Food Pantry from Manchester Cares for tornado relief
• Emergency authorization increase of $100,000 to Kaemmerlen Facility Solutions for freezer repairs

The Board of Education approved a three-year service agreement for substitute employment and several facility maintenance contracts. The board also accepted various public donations and entered a closed session to discuss personnel and student matters.

• Approved $3.6M annual substitute employment contract with Kelly Service (7-0)
• Approved $350,000 annual waste hauling services with Republic Services, Total Organics Recycling, and The Shred Truck (7-0)
• Approved $222,764 for Data Center and UPS Room HVAC with Integrated Facility Services Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $190,000 one-year extension for chiller and cooler tower services with Integrated Facility Services (7-0)
• Approved $100,000 authorization increase for Kaemmerlen Facility Solutions freezer services (7-0)
• Approved $7,244.28 donation to Parkway Central Middle from its PTO (7-0)
• Approved approx. $1,200 donation to Pierremont Elementary from its PTO (7-0)
• Approved $1,000 donation to Parkway Food Pantry from Manchester Cares (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with a closed session for personnel and security matters. The board will vote on the consent agenda, including the 2025-26 preliminary budget, bid awards for school renovations, personnel items, and policy updates. Public comments will be heard.

• Approval of 2025-26 preliminary budget
• Bid award for chiller replacement at South Middle School
• Bid award for high school district-wide kitchen renovations
• Bid award for HVAC replacement at Craig Elementary School
• Approval of personnel items

The Board of Education approved a series of consent items, including financial statements, personnel recommendations, and a banking contract. The board also authorized an increase in funding for taxi services. A closed session was held to discuss personnel and computer system security.

• Approved Simmons Bank as depository bank through June 30, 2030 (7-0)
• Approved $375,000 authorization increase for United Cab taxi services (7-0)
• Approved $1,000 donation to Parkway North Cheer from QuikTrip Corporation (7-0)
• Approved March 2025 financial statements (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for employment and assignments (7-0)
• Accepted April 8, 2025 certified election results from St. Louis County (7-0)
• Approved checks, wire transfers, and payroll disbursements (7-0)
• Approved minutes from seven meetings held in April 2025 (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Workshop

The Parkway Board of Education approved consent items including a $552,568 athletic trainer services contract with Mercy Health East Communities and an $828,118 emergency authorization for roof repairs at Central High School after storm damage. The board also authorized MSD easement agreements for storm water basins at Northeast and South Middle Schools and corrected contractor names on air monitoring contracts for McKelvey Primary and Carman Trails Elementary. Additionally, the board reviewed an update to the 2025-26 Comprehensive School Improvement Plan and Facilities 2050 strategic plan.

• Approved 5-year athletic trainer services contract with Mercy Health East Communities for $552,568
• Emergency authorization of $828,118 for storm-damaged roof repair and replacement at Central High School
• Approved MSD easement and maintenance agreements for storm water detention basins at Northeast Middle and South Middle Schools
• Corrected contract with Pinchin LLC for air monitoring at McKelvey Primary ($9,800) and Carman Trails Elementary ($10,400)
• Reviewed initial draft of 2025-26 Comprehensive School Improvement Plan and Facilities 2050

The Board of Education approved several consent items, including emergency roof repairs at Central High School and a multi-year athletic trainer contract. Members also received updates on student mental health services, facilities planning, and the incoming superintendent's transition.

• Approved $828,118.00 emergency roof replacement for Central High School (5-0)
• Approved $552,568.00 athletic trainer contract with Mercy Health East Communities for 2025-2030 (5-0)
• Approved $9,800.00 contract with Pinchin, LLC for air monitoring at McKelvey Primary School (5-0)
• Approved $10,400.00 contract with Pinchin, LLC for air monitoring at Carman Trails Elementary (5-0)
• Approved MSD maintenance agreement and easement for Northeast Middle School (5-0)
• Approved MSD maintenance agreement and easement for South Middle School (5-0)

Operations/HR Board Subcommittee Meeting

The Operations/HR Board Subcommittee will meet to discuss several personnel and operational updates. The agenda focuses on information and discussion regarding labor negotiations, employee compensation, and district services.

• Completion of PUMA negotiations
• Compensation study update
• Substitute fill rates and staffing updates
• Prop S update
• SSD transportation, nutrition services, and technology updates

The Operations/HR Board Subcommittee met via videoconference to receive reports on district staffing, benefits, and facilities. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.

• Reported completion of a 3-year agreement with PUMA
• Discussed potential benefit plan changes including premium increases and GLP-1 coverage limits
• Reviewed 10% increase in Monday substitute fill rates following staffing adjustments
• Updated status of Prop S construction projects including River Bend and high school pools
• Noted transition of SSD student transportation from Parkway to SSD
• Reported shift in technology platforms from Clever to ClassLink

Project Parkway Steering Committee Meeting

The Project Parkway Steering Committee will continue discussing the 2025-2026 Comprehensive School Improvement Plan and the Facilities 2050 initiative. This is a working session with no formal decisions expected.

• Continued discussion on the 2025-2026 Comprehensive School Improvement Plan
• Continued discussion on the Facilities 2050 initiative
• Meeting called to order by Superintendent Keith Marty, Deputy Superintendent Tiffany Holman-Besse, and Board President Jeff Todd

The committee reviewed the 2025-2026 Comprehensive School Improvement Plan and conducted a work session on Facilities 2050. Members provided feedback on Prop S alignment and long-term funding mechanisms. No formal votes were recorded.