Parkway School District public meetings in 2020

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education held a special meeting on December 21, 2020, to decide on a comprehensive learning plan for second semester. They approved a plan that brings students K-12 back for in-person instruction four days a week beginning January 19, 2021, while continuing the Virtual Campus option. The board also approved a resolution extending COVID-19 leave for employees. The meeting began with a closed session to discuss legal matters and personnel.

• Approved comprehensive second semester instruction plan with students K-12 in-person four days per week starting Jan 19, 2021
• Virtual Campus option will continue in its present format
• Approved Board resolution extending COVID-19 leave for employees
• Held closed session for legal actions, personnel hiring/firing, and personnel records (RSMo 610.021.1, .3, .13)
• Public comments allowed via virtual sign-up due to circumstances

The Board of Education approved a second semester instructional plan requiring five days of live instruction per week, with at least four in-person days. The board also approved a resolution regarding COVID-19 leave extensions.

• Approved comprehensive second semester delivery of instruction starting January 19, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved resolution on COVID 19 leave extension (7-0)
• Approved call for Closed Session to discuss legal actions and personnel records (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education will hold a closed session to discuss legal actions, employee hiring/firing, and negotiations before the regular meeting. The board will also recognize the district as a 2020 Green Ribbon School and five schools as National Schools of Character. Action items include approval of a consent agenda covering personnel changes and a stop loss provider contract.

• Closed session under RSMo 610.021 for legal, personnel, and negotiation matters
• Recognition of Parkway as a 2020 U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School District
• Recognition of five schools as 2020 National Schools of Character
• Approval of consent agenda including personnel items and a stop loss provider contract
• Removal of surplus property item due to duplication with agenda item 10.13

The Board of Education approved several consent items, including insurance coverage and facility contracts. Key actions included authorizing a $2.57M insurance pool membership and increasing a construction contract for Mason Ridge Elementary.

• Approved membership in Missouri United School Insurance Council (MUSIC) pool for $2,569,696 (7-0)
• Approved increase in administrative change order authority for Mason Ridge Elementary renovations up to $85,392.20 (7-0)
• Approved Tokio Marine HCC as 2020 stop loss provider (7-0)
• Approved $10,000 one-year corporate partnership contract with Commerce Bank (7-0)
• Approved donation of a Gaga Ball Pit valued at $3,156.10 for Carman Trails Elementary (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for employment and assignment changes (7-0)
• Approved October 2020 financial report (7-0)
• Approved checks, wire transfers, and payroll disbursements (7-0)

Board of Education Workshop

The Parkway Board of Education holds a workshop meeting via videoconference. They receive updates on the Equity Task Force's work including discipline demographics, Project Parkway 3.0, and Facilities 2030, which involves planning for a November 2022 bond campaign. The board also discusses future planning for the second semester and summer school, and conducts a self-reflection exercise. No votes are taken on these discussion items.

• Equity Task Force update with discipline data broken down by demographics
• Facilities 2030 planning discussion for a November 2022 bond campaign and feeder pattern review
• Project Parkway 3.0 update from Deputy Superintendent Chelsea Watson
• Future planning for second semester calendar, exams, and summer school options
• Board of Education self-reflection and goal-setting for the current school year

The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and reviewed updates on equity, strategic planning, and facilities. No substantive policy changes were finalized, though the board agreed to consider a purchasing limit increase.

• Approved agenda for December 2, 2020 (6-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn meeting (7-0)
• Agreed to move forward with presenting a purchasing approval limit change from $15,000 to $50,000 for board consideration

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on Nov 18, 2020, beginning with a closed session for legal and personnel matters. The board will recognize 26 National Merit semifinalists and 17 commended scholars, and consider a consent agenda that includes approval of a Kelly Educational Staffing rate sheet for building substitutes. The meeting is virtual due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Closed session for legal actions and personnel matters (already carried by vote)
• Recognition of 26 National Merit semifinalists and 17 commended scholars from Parkway high schools
• Approval of consent agenda including minutes from Oct 21, 2020 and Kelly Educational Staffing rate sheet for building substitutes
• Public comment period with 30-minute limit and virtual sign-up process
• Addendum to personnel items added to the agenda

The Board of Education approved a consent agenda including personnel changes, financial reports, and several vendor contracts. The board also voted to enter a closed session to discuss legal actions and personnel matters.

• Approved call for Closed Session for legal and personnel matters (6-0)
• Approved November 18, 2020 meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved October 21, 2020 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Kelly Educational Staffing rate sheet for building substitutes (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for employment and assignment changes (7-0)
• Approved September 2020 financial report (7-0)
• Approved $2,000 donation from Mr. and Mrs. Dudley to Parents as Teachers (7-0)
• Approved $17,563 MOU with Junior Achievement of Greater St. Louis (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education is reviewing a request to purchase electrostatic backpack sprayers for disinfecting district buildings. The board is considering a bid from Dutch Hollow Supplies for $42,175 to cover immediate needs and future orders.

• Purchase of sanitizing backpack sprayers from Dutch Hollow Supplies for $42,175
• Approval of the October 21, 2020 meeting agenda
• Approval of September 29, 2020 Tax Rate Hearing minutes
• Approval of September 29, 2020 Regular Meeting minutes
• Approval of October 5, 2020 Special Meeting minutes

The Board of Education approved the 2021 employee benefit plan designs and providers. The board also approved several consent items, including a corporate partnership with Maryville University and a software contract for facilities assessment.

• Approved 2021 Employee Benefit Plan Designs and Providers (7-0)
• Approved $120,000 three-year corporate partnership contract with Maryville University (7-0)
• Approved $67,211.21 three-year VFA Software contract with Accruent (7-0)
• Approved 2020-2021 Academic Calendar revision (7-0)
• Approved $3,000 donation from Kevin Carevic to West High Boys Soccer (7-0)
• Approved SSD Homebound Contract and payments for 2020-2021 (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for employment and assignment changes (7-0)
• Approved financial reports for July and August 2020 (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

At a virtual special meeting, the Parkway Board of Education voted to approve consent items including a $121,517 change order for sprinkler installation at South Middle School, personnel changes, and $306 for VoIP licenses. The meeting was held via videoconference due to the pandemic, with no in-person attendance.

• Approved McCarthy Building Companies change order #3 for South Middle School sprinkler installation, $121,517 plus $12,157 contingency
• Approved personnel items including channel changes, extra duty, and leave of absence requests
• Approved $306 for eight Virtual SIP Trunk Licenses and five-year ShoreCare support for VoIP system
• Meeting held virtually via videoconference per state statute; no in-person option
• Consent agenda passed unanimously by all seven board members

The Board of Education approved several consent items, including a construction change order for South Middle and VoIP licensing. Personnel recommendations for channel changes and leaves of absence were also approved.

• Approved McCarthy Building Companies GMP Amendment #2 Change Order #3 for $121,517.00 plus a $12,157.00 contingency for South Middle Sprinkler Installation (7-0)
• Approved $306.00 for eight Virtual SIP Trunk Licenses and five-year ShoreCare Partner Support (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for channel changes, extra duty, and leave of absence requests (7-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education held a special virtual meeting on October 7, 2020. They approved the superintendent's updated recommendation to bring high school students back for in-person instruction during the second quarter as soon as effectively and efficiently possible. The board also called a special meeting for October 13, 2020. No closed session was held.

• Approved updated recommendation to resume in-person high school instruction in Q2 (action item 7.01)
• Called a special meeting for Oct 13, 2020 at 7:30 a.m.
• Approved the meeting agenda for Oct 7, 2020
• Allowed public comments under virtual meeting procedures
• No closed session was called

The Board of Education approved the Superintendent's updated recommendation to return high school students to in-person learning during the second quarter. The board also scheduled a virtual special meeting for October 13, 2020.

• Approved updated recommendation to bring high school students back in person during the second quarter (7-0)
• Approved the agenda for the October 7, 2020 Special Meeting (7-0)
• Called for a virtual special meeting on October 13, 2020 at 7:30 a.m. (7-0)
• Adjourned the special meeting (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

This special meeting of the Parkway Board of Education consists primarily of procedural items and a call for closed session to discuss litigation, employee hiring/firing, and personnel records. The only action item on the open-session agenda is approval of personnel changes (operations assignment, extra duty, leave of absence) as a consent item. The meeting is largely boilerplate with no public debate or major policy decisions on the open agenda.

• Call for closed session under Missouri statutes for legal actions, personnel hiring/discipline, and employee records
• Approval of personnel items including operations assignment change, extra duty, and leave of absence (details in attached PDF)

The Board of Education approved personnel recommendations regarding operations assignment changes, extra duty, and leave of absence requests. The board also convened a closed session to discuss litigation and personnel matters.

• Approved agenda for October 5, 2020 (7-0)
• Approved call for Closed Session to discuss litigation and personnel matters (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for operations assignment change, extra duty, and leave of absence (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The board will first hold a public hearing on the district's tax rate. Then it will consider a consent agenda including approval of personnel hires, transfers, leaves, and financial disbursements. A closed session is scheduled for legal and personnel matters. The board will also recognize school nurse award winners.

• Tax rate hearing at 6:30 p.m.
• Approval of personnel items including employment recommendations
• Approval of checks, wire transfers and payroll disbursements
• Recognition of Katherine Park as Missouri Association of School Nurses School Nurse of the Year and Carolyn Klutz as Emerging Leader Award recipient
• Closed session for legal actions and personnel matters under RSMo 610.021

The Board of Education approved a phased return to in-person instruction for Pre-K and K-8 students starting October 27, 2020, while high school students will continue learning online. The board also adopted the 2020-2021 tax rates and approved several district purchases.

• Approved return to in-person/virtual options for Pre-K on Oct 27, 2020 (7-0)
• Approved blended instruction for K-8 on Oct 27, 2020, with full in-person by Nov 9, 2020 (7-0)
• Decided high school students will continue online learning with targeted in-person support (7-0)
• Adopted 2020-2021 blended tax rate of $4.1424 (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Overdrive eBooks not to exceed $100,000 (7-0)
• Approved $13,620 bid from Dutch Hollow Supplies for sanitizing backpack sprayers (7-0)
• Accepted $6,403 donation from Parkway Baptist Church to Ross Elementary (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations, employment, and leave requests (7-0)

Tax Rate Hearing

The Parkway Board of Education is holding a public hearing to discuss and consider adopting the proposed 2020-2021 tax rate of $4.1424 per $100 assessed value. The proposed rate includes a voluntary rollback of $0.1455 on residential property. Following the hearing, a regular board meeting and closed session are scheduled.

• Proposed blended tax rate of $4.1424 per $100 assessed value for 2020-2021
• Rate breakdown by fund: Special Revenue $2.3741, General $1.2783, Capital Projects $0.0000, Debt Service $0.4900
• Residential rate of $3.8330 includes a voluntary rollback of $0.1455
• Public comments period of up to 30 minutes with three-minute speaker limit
• Meeting held via videoconference due to COVID-19; no in-person attendance

The board held a hearing to review a proposed residential property tax rate of $3.8330 per $100 of assessed valuation. No vote was taken on the rate during this hearing; the proposal is scheduled for approval at the regular board meeting on September 29, 2020.

• Approved the September 29, 2020 agenda (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

This special meeting of the Parkway Board of Education consists solely of procedural actions required to enter a closed session. The board approved the agenda and then called a closed session to discuss legal actions, litigation, employee hiring/discipline, and personnel records. No public business or policy decisions appear on the agenda.

• Board called closed session under MO law for legal actions, litigation, and personnel matters
• No substantive public votes, contracts, or policy changes on this agenda

The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and entered a closed session to discuss legal actions, employee personnel matters, and performance records. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved agenda for September 21, 2020 (6-0)
• Approved call for Closed Session to discuss legal actions, employee status, and personnel records (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The board will vote on consent items including personnel recommendations, minutes from previous meetings, and a professional services contract with Franklin Covey. An updated asbestos abatement project at South Middle School is also up for approval. The meeting includes a closed session for legal and personnel matters and public comments.

• Approval of professional services contract with Franklin Covey for Greg Cicotte at Shenandoah Valley
• Approval of asbestos abatement at South Middle School (Project No. 001809B, updated)
• Approval of personnel items including employment, assignment changes, and leave of absence
• Approval of minutes from August 19, August 25, and September 1 meetings
• Closed session for legal actions and personnel matters

The Board of Education approved a series of consent items including facility contracts, financial reports, and personnel changes. Key actions included awarding an asbestos abatement contract for South Middle School and authorizing the sale of general obligation bonds.

• Approved $31,050 contract for asbestos abatement at South Middle School with Brock Industrial Services, LLC (7-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of general obligation bonds (7-0)
• Approved $50,000 annual bid from Hansen’s Tree Service for wood fiber and hardwood mulch (7-0)
• Approved Naturally Slim as a wellness vendor at $43.56 per active member per completed week (7-0)
• Approved June 2020 financial report and payroll disbursements (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for employment and assignment changes (7-0)
• Authorized disposal of surplus property per policy DN.BP (7-0)
• Approved call for Closed Session regarding legal actions and personnel records (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

The board unanimously approved a consent agenda including a $32,500 rating agency agreement with S&P Global to prepare for a $55 million bond issue planned for October 2020. The board also approved personnel changes, acceptance of gifts totaling over $17,000, a new board member conflict-of-interest policy, and contracts for music instrument rentals and purchases up to $250,000. The meeting was a special videoconference session.

• Approval of rating agency agreement with S&P Global for $32,500 for $55 million bond issue
• Acceptance of $4,210.20 and $900 donations for senior memory books from Parkway Alumni Association
• Acceptance of $4,800 donation for Barretts Elementary memorial garden from PTO
• Acceptance of $7,800 donation for Parkway Food Pantry from Parkway Central Class of 2020
• Approval of music instrument purchase contracts up to $250,000 and rental service agreements

The Board of Education approved several consent items, including personnel changes, a rating agency agreement, and various public donations. The board also authorized expenditures for musical instruments and a facility project at South Middle School.

• Approved $207,500 project addition for South Middle School student services and restroom fire protection (7-0)
• Approved $32,500 rating agency agreement with S&P Global (7-0)
• Approved estimated $250,000 for music instrument purchases from multiple vendors (7-0)
• Approved music instrument rental services with Top Notch Violins LLC as primary provider (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for employment and assignment changes (7-0)
• Approved Policy BBFA.BP regarding Board Member Conflict of Interest and Financial Disclosure (7-0)
• Accepted $5,110.20 in donations from Parkway Alumni Association for senior memory books (7-0)
• Accepted $4,800 from Barretts Elementary PTO for a memorial garden and $7,800 from Parkway Central Class of 2020 for the Parkway Food Pantry (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

At a special meeting, the Parkway Board of Education approved a voluntary furlough program for employees, citing a projected budget gap of $5.775 million due to COVID-19 impacts on local tax revenue and state funding. The board also approved a revised extra duty contract reducing stipends for fall activities to a maximum of 75%, and several consent items including a $70,335 MOREnet internet subscription and a $31,295 Reading Inventory renewal. All actions were approved unanimously by the board members present.

• Approved voluntary furlough program for employees, with opt-in period through August 28, 2020
• Approved revised extra duty contracts reducing stipends to 75% max for Tier 1/Fall activities due to COVID-19
• Approved $70,335 for MOREnet K-12 Technology Network Program for broadband internet and membership services
• Approved $31,295 annual renewal of Reading Inventory subscription from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt for 2020-2021
• Approved consent items including personnel recommendations for employment and assignment changes

The Board of Education approved a voluntary furlough program for employees and revised extra duty contracts for stipends. The board also authorized spending for technology network and reading inventory subscriptions.

• Approved voluntary furlough program for employees (7-0)
• Approved revised extra duty contracts for stipends (7-0)
• Approved $70,335.25 for 2020-2021 MOREnet participation cost (7-0)
• Approved $31,295 for Reading Inventory subscription renewal from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for employment and assignment changes (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education will hold a closed session for legal and personnel matters before the regular meeting. The board will then consider a consent agenda including approval of 2020-21 academic calendar revisions, personnel items, and checks and wire transfers. A resolution to reset the 2020 tax rate levy has been pulled from the consent agenda for individual action and will be voted on separately.

• Closed session for legal actions and personnel matters
• Approval of 2020-21 academic calendar revisions
• Approval of personnel items including employment and leave requests
• Approval of checks, wire transfers, and payroll disbursements
• Resolution to reset 2020 tax rate levy pulled for separate action vote

The Board of Education approved a series of consent items, including a resolution to reverse the voluntary roll back on the 2020 operating tax levy to meet revenue goals. Other approved actions included bond sale intent, academic calendar revisions, and various facility and service contracts.

• Approved reversal of voluntary roll back on 2020 operating tax levy (7-0)
• Approved intent to proceed with issuance of General Obligation Bonds (7-0)
• Approved 2020-21 academic calendar revisions (7-0)
• Approved $23,120 for professional services from Sista Keeper Empowerment Center (7-0)
• Approved $63,000 for 2020-2021 Missouri Virtual Academy tuition fees (7-0)
• Approved $27,112 for LED Marquee at Parkway South Middle School and Welcome Center (7-0)
• Approved $5,602.03 increase for asbestos abatement contingency at Wren Hollow Elementary (7-0)
• Approved taxi service bids with Transportation Solution Services as primary provider (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education discussed and tabled a proposal to revise extra duty contract language for fall activities, which would cap compensation at 67% due to COVID-19 disruptions. The item was pulled from the consent agenda and voted to be tabled. All other consent items, including approval of previous meeting minutes, were approved.

• Tabled revised extra duty contract language for fall sports, capping compensation at 67% due to COVID-19
• Approved consent agenda minus item 6.03 (extra duty contracts)
• Approved minutes from August 11, 2020 special meeting
• No call for closed session

The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and consent items, excluding one specific item. The board then voted to table the revised extra duty contract language presented by the Chief Human Resources Officer.

• Approved August 14, 2020 meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved consent items minus item 6.03 (7-0)
• Approved August 11, 2020 Special Meeting minutes (7-0)
• Tabled revised extra duty contract language (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

At this special meeting, the Parkway Board of Education approved the agenda, called a closed session for legal and personnel matters, and adopted consent items including a revised policy on public participation (BEEH.BP) that outlines rules for in-person and virtual public comments. The board also approved minutes from the August 7 special meeting.

• Approval of Board Policy BEEH.BP on public participation and comments
• Approval of minutes from August 7, 2020 special meeting
• Call for closed session under MO 610.021 for legal and personnel discussions
• Approval of consent agenda as presented
• Adjournment of special meeting

The Board of Education approved Board Policy BEEH.BP regarding public participation. The board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 7, 2020 Special Meeting.

• Approved Board Policy BEEH.BP Public Participation (7-0)
• Approved August 11, 2020 meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved August 7, 2020 Special Meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved call for Closed Session to discuss legal actions and personnel matters (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

This special meeting includes approval of a consent agenda with financial services agreement, purchase of ACT vouchers for the class of 2021 costing up to $38,500, and purchase of high school psychology digital platforms not exceeding $16,575. The board then enters a closed session for legal, personnel, and records discussions.

• Approved Financial Services Agreement with Piper Sandler
• Approved purchase of ACT vouchers for class of 2021, estimated $38,500
• Approved purchase of high school psychology digital platforms from Bedford, Freeman & Worth, not to exceed $16,575
• Called for closed session under Missouri law for litigation, personnel, and employee records
• Approved minutes from August 4, 2020 special meeting

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education approved several consent items at its August 4, 2020 special meeting. Items included a flooring materials contract with Tarkett USA, Inc. for an estimated $250,000 annually, a field and athletic transportation contract with Huskey Trailways and First Student, Inc. totaling $225,000, and an increased sole‑source purchase for a nutrition service system at $25,890 per year. Additional approvals covered document cameras ($19,885) and personnel changes for the chief human resources officer.

• Approval of floor covering materials contract with Tarkett USA, Inc. via Sourcewell (estimated $250,000 annually).
• Approval of field and athletic transportation service contract with Huskey Trailways (primary) and First Student, Inc. (secondary) ($175,000 Athletics + $50,000 Transportation).
• Approval of increased sole‑source purchase of Nutrition Service management system from Heartland Payment Systems ($25,890 annually).
• Approval of purchase of Aver U70+ Document Cameras from CDWG ($19,885).
• Approval of personnel items for Michael Baugus, Chief Human Resources Officer.

The Board of Education approved several consent items including transportation services, flooring materials, and a nutrition service management system. The board also approved personnel recommendations and the purchase of document cameras.

• Approved Huskey Trailways as primary and First Student, Inc. as secondary field and athletic trip transportation providers (5-0)
• Approved estimated $25,890 annual purchase increase for Nutrition Service management system from Heartland Payment Systems (5-0)
• Approved estimated $250,000 annual purchase of flooring materials from Tarkett USA, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Aver U70+ Document Cameras from CDWG for estimated $19,885 (5-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for employment and assignment changes (5-0)
• Approved July 23, 2020 Special Meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved August 4, 2020 meeting agenda (5-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education held a special meeting and approved a consent agenda including personnel items, construction change orders totaling $356,341.48, and several contracts. Items passed unanimously via videoconference.

• Approval of change orders totaling $356,341.48 for McKelvey Primary, Mason Ridge, Sorrento Springs, South Middle, Welcome Center, and West High projects
• Approval of personnel items including employment, re-employment, and assignment changes
• Approval of $31,000 purchase of Smoothie King brand food products for Nutrition Services
• Approval of $60,000 custodial cleaner contract with Buckeye Cleaning Center via BuyBoard cooperative
• Approval of $50,000 HVAC maintenance and repair contract with Trane Company

The Board of Education approved a series of consent items including a server infrastructure replacement, personnel recommendations, and several vendor contracts for food, cleaning supplies, and HVAC maintenance.

• Approved replacement of Dell/EMC VCE Block server infrastructure from ConvergeOne for up to $293,418.09 (7-0)
• Approved estimated $60,000 annual purchase of custodial cleansers from Buckeye Cleaning Center (7-0)
• Approved estimated $50,000 annual sole source purchase for Trane equipment parts and services (7-0)
• Approved $35,100 renewal for Discovery Education Science in elementary schools (7-0)
• Approved $31,000 purchase of Smoothie King food products for August 2020-June 2021 (7-0)
• Approved $28,500 for Kami district license (7-0)
• Approved Mercy Health Athletic Trainer Services contract (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for employment, re-employment, and assignment changes (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education will vote on a series of consent items, including approval of meeting minutes, board policies, personnel actions, and the May 2020 financial statements. It will also accept a $20,000 donation from CV Edge@West LLC and a $6,335 gift from the Oak Brook Elementary PTAs for basketball backboards. A closed session will be held to discuss legal and personnel matters.

• Acceptance of a $20,000 donation from CV Edge@West LLC tied to a district development project.
• Acceptance of a $6,335 gift from the Oak Brook Elementary Parent Teacher Organization for new basketball backboards.
• Approval of the May 2020 financial statements presented by CFO Patty Bedborough.
• Appointment of Nikki Stover as board secretary for July 1 2020 – June 30 2021.
• Approval of board policy JFAB.BP – Admission of Nonresident Students.

The Board of Education approved a series of consent items including personnel recommendations, board policy updates, and financial statements. The board also accepted donations and approved several vendor contracts for school resources.

• Approved Board Policy GDCA.BP (Leave for Illness-Classified Staff)
• Approved Board Policy GECA.BP (Leave for Illness-PS&C)
• Approved Board Policy JFAB.BP (Admission of Nonresident Students)
• Appointed Nikki Stover as board secretary and Patty Bedborough as board treasurer (July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021)
• Accepted $20,000 donation from CV Edge@West LLC
• Accepted ~$6,335 gift from Oak Brook Elementary PTO for basketball backboards
• Approved Sysco as food pantry vendor not to exceed $80,000
• Approved $20,000 for 2019-2020 and $120,000 for 2020-2021 online tuition fees

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

This is a procedural special meeting of the Parkway Board of Education. The board approved the agenda and then voted unanimously to enter a closed session to discuss legal actions, employee matters, and negotiations. No public decisions or substantive discussions are scheduled.

• Call for closed session citing Missouri law for legal actions, personnel, and negotiations
• Meeting held via videoconference at 7:30 a.m.

The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and entered a closed session to discuss legal actions, personnel matters, and employee group negotiations. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved call for closed session to discuss legal actions, personnel, and negotiations (6-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education held a closed session to discuss confidential legal and personnel matters, then approved the regular meeting agenda and several consent items. It approved contract amendments with Pepsi Beverages Company, telephone service SIP trunks, and the Pre‑Professional Health Sciences Academy agreements with BJC HealthCare, St. Luke’s, Rockwood and SSD. The board also approved personnel recommendations and authorized the treasurer to release checks for district operating purposes.

• Closed session to consider litigation, employee matters, and negotiation prep (Item 3.01)
• Approval of amendment to renew agreement with Pepsi Beverages Company (Item 10.43)
• Approval of telephone services – SIP trunks – Letter of Authorization (Item 10.44)
• Approval of Pre‑Professional Health Sciences Academy agreements with BJC HealthCare, St. Luke’s, Rockwood, and SSD (Item 10.18)
• Authorization for the treasurer to release checks for district operating purposes (Item 10.05)

The Board of Education approved the 2020-2021 Extra Duty budget and several professional service contracts. The board also authorized budget transfers totaling up to $5 million from the General Fund. Other approved items included personnel recommendations and the purchase of learning management software.

• Approved 2020-2021 Extra Duty budget of $3,971,699.00 (7-0)
• Approved budget transfers up to $5M from General Fund, $3M to Special Revenue, and $2M to Capital Projects (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Canvas Learning Management System not to exceed $15,000 annually (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Edmentum Online Courseware not to exceed $13,000 annually (7-0)
• Approved $106,000 for PSB Officiating Services (7-0)
• Approved $50,000 for AssignorsPlus, LLC (7-0)
• Approved $38,000 for Greater St. Louis Umpire Assigning, LLC (7-0)
• Approved $11,000 for Lacrosse Assigning & Payroll Services (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education is meeting to consider a consent agenda that includes approval of personnel items, financial statements, and contracts. Notable action items include a $212,196.50 purchase for science curricular materials (Project Lead the Way and MySci) and a $25,666.02 contract with Naviance. The board will also enter closed session to discuss employee hiring and personnel records.

• Approval of science curricular materials (PLTW and MySci) for K-12, total $212,196.50
• Approval of professional services contract with Naviance for 2020-2021, $25,666.02
• Approval of personnel items including employment, re-employment, and assignment changes
• Approval of checks, wire transfers, and payroll disbursements for May 2-15, 2020
• Approval of April 2020 financial statements

The Board of Education approved a series of consent items including science curricular materials, high school science resources, and various service contracts. The board also approved personnel recommendations, April 2020 financial statements, and a call for a closed session regarding employee records.

• Approved high school science materials not to exceed $323,371.66
• Approved K-12 science materials and participation fees totaling $212,196.50
• Approved Mercy Health athletic trainer services estimated at $530,916
• Approved paper product bids estimated at $175,530.00
• Approved $65,000 for JourneyEd computer software extension
• Approved Naviance professional services for $25,666.02
• Approved April 2020 financial statements
• Approved personnel recommendations for employment and assignment changes

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education will meet via videoconference and vote on consent items including personnel changes, checks, and MSBA dues. Newly added items include approval of an Adidas contract and an Early Separation Incentive Plan (ESIP). Public comments will not be read live but submitted online by 6 p.m.

• Approval of Adidas contract (item 10.24)
• Approval of Early Separation Incentive Plan (ESIP) (item 10.25)
• Approval of 2020-21 MSBA annual dues of $15,966
• Approval of personnel items including employment and assignment changes
• Acceptance of gifts from public at Pierremont Elementary

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education will consider approving the 2020-21 Parkway Nurse Association salary model, which includes a 3.23% pool increase. The meeting is held via videoconference with no in-person attendance; written public comments must be submitted one hour before. The board will also approve personnel items, EducationPlus dues, and previous meeting minutes, followed by a closed session.

• Approval of 2020-21 Parkway Nurse Association salary model with 3.23% pool increase
• Approval of personnel items including employment, re-employment, and leave requests
• Approval of 2020-21 EducationPlus dues
• Meeting conducted via videoconference due to COVID-19; written public comments only
• Closed session after regular meeting for legal, personnel, and negotiation matters

The Board of Education approved a series of consent items, including spring budget adjustments for 2019-2020 and several instructional and facility contracts. The board also approved the 2020-21 salary model for the Parkway Nurse Association.

• Approved spring budget adjustments with total expenditures of $334,474,045 (7-0)
• Approved 2020-21 Parkway Nurse Association salary model (7-0)
• Approved $102,032.83 for 2020-21 EducationPlus Dues (7-0)
• Approved $96,990 contract with Floor Systems Inc. for sports flooring at Green Trails and Barretts Elementary (7-0)
• Approved $132,490.85 for high school science materials (7-0)
• Approved $50,635 for Discovery Education Social Studies and Science Techbook (7-0)
• Approved estimated $24,000 for Visiting Nurse Association flu shot clinics (7-0)
• Approved call for Closed Session regarding legal actions, personnel, and negotiations (7-0)

Organizational Meeting

The Parkway School District Board of Education holds its annual organizational meeting via videoconference. The board canvasses election results (three candidates for three open seats, no election needed), installs newly elected members, and elects a board president and vice president for one-year terms. No public comments are taken; written comments are accepted via an online form.

• Canvass of annual school board election results (non-election)
• Installation of Kristy Klein Davis, Deborah Hopper, and Jeff Todd as board members
• Election of Jeff Todd as board president for a one-year term
• Election of Deborah Hopper as vice president for a one-year term
• Meeting held via videoconference; no in-person attendance

The Board of Education held an organizational meeting to install new members and elect officers. Jeff Todd was elected President and Deborah Hopper was elected Vice President for one-year terms. The board also noted that the district qualified for a non-election this year.

• Approved organizational meeting agenda (7-0)
• Administered Oath of Office to Kristy Klein Davis, Deborah Hopper, and Jeff Todd
• Elected Jeff Todd as President (7-0)
• Elected Deborah Hopper as Vice-President (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

This special meeting consists entirely of procedural items leading to a closed session. The board voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss legal actions and personnel matters. No public action or discussion of substantive district business is on the agenda.

• Call for closed session citing attorney-client privilege (610.021.1) and personnel matters (610.021.3, .13)

The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and entered a closed session to discuss legal actions and personnel matters. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved the April 6, 2020 meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved call for closed session regarding legal actions and personnel records (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education will hold a regular meeting via videoconference due to COVID-19. No public comments will be taken; written comments may be submitted online. The board will vote on consent items including approval of minutes, personnel recommendations, financial reports, and a $187,620 contract for flooring replacement at Barretts, Claymont, Craig, Parkway Central Middle, Parkway Southwest Middle, and Parkway Central High Schools.

• Approval of flooring installation services contract with Floor Systems Inc. for $187,620 at six schools
• Approval of personnel items including employment and assignment changes
• Approval of financial report for February 2020
• Approval of checks and wire transfers for payroll and disbursements
• Meeting conducted via videoconference with no in-person public comments

The Board of Education approved several consent items, including a contract for flooring installation at multiple schools and a bread products agreement. Members also discussed the district's transition to eLearning.

• Approved $187,620 contract with Floor Systems Inc. for flooring replacement at six schools (7-0)
• Approved $60,000 agreement extension with Alpha Baking Company for fresh bread products (7-0)
• Approved $16,920 payment to CATCO for emergency cleaning of The Nines office space (7-0)
• Approved February 2020 financial report (7-0)
• Approved checks, wire transfers, and payroll disbursements (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for employment and assignment changes (7-0)
• Approved minutes from March 4, March 11, and March 19, 2020 meetings (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education approved several consent items, including two cell tower leases that will generate annual payments of $18,000 and $20,000. The board also adopted temporary policy waivers to allow the superintendent to manage operations and compensation during the COVID‑19 emergency. Additional approvals covered personnel assignments, a short‑term leave policy, and disposal of surplus technology equipment.

• Approval of West High Cell Tower Lease with Crown Castle Towers – $18,000 per year
• Approval of South Middle Cell Tower Lease with Cellco Partnership (Verizon) – $20,000 per year
• Approval of Personnel Items for Amy Joyce, Chief Human Resources Officer
• Approval of Policy GCBDA.BP – Professional Staff Short‑Term Leaves
• Authorization to dispose of surplus property (134 desktops, 187 laptops, 46 tablets, 357 peripherals, 4 servers)

The Board of Education approved temporary policy waivers allowing the Superintendent to manage district operations, employee compensation, and work hours during the COVID-19 pandemic. The board also modified the process for citizen statements to be submitted electronically or by mail. These emergency amendments are in effect until August 1, 2020.

• Approved emergency policy waivers for Superintendent to operate district and provide employee compensation through August 1, 2020 (7-0)
• Approved amendment to Policy BEEH allowing citizen statements via electronic or mail-in means only through August 1, 2020 (7-0)
• Approved South Middle Cell Tower Lease for Cellco Partnership (6-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for employment and assignment changes (6-0)
• Approved Policy GCBDA.BP regarding Professional Staff Short-Term Leaves (6-0)
• Approved the check register (6-0)
• Authorized disposal of surplus property per Missouri statute 177.091 (6-0)
• Agreed to hold the two regular April board meetings via videoconference

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education will vote on a three-year collective bargaining agreement with the Parkway National Education Association (PNEA), covering July 2020 to June 2023, after 97% of votes cast accepted the proposed language. The board will also consider a corporate partnership with Trane U.S. Inc. and recognize school-level Teachers of the Year. A closed session is scheduled to discuss legal matters, employee personnel, and negotiations.

• Approval of PNEA contract 2020-2023 with salary and language changes
• Approval of corporate partnership with Trane U.S. Inc.
• Recognition of 2020 Teachers of the Year from each school
• Closed session for legal, personnel, and negotiation discussions
• Approval of personnel items including employment, re-employment, and leaves of absence

The Board of Education approved the PNEA agreement regarding language and salary for the period of July 1, 2020, to June 30, 2023. The board also approved several consent items including personnel recommendations, policy updates, and various educational material purchases.

• Approved PNEA contract for 2020-2023 (6-0)
• Approved $18,300 for Institute for Personalized Learning (6-0)
• Approved up to $23,146.66 for Barton Reading and Spelling System (6-0)
• Approved up to $16,868.04 for McGraw Hill Social Studies materials (6-0)
• Approved $18,000 for Assignorsplus, LLC for College Showcase 2020 (6-0)
• Approved up to $25,000 for high school activity fees through MSHSAA (6-0)
• Approved up to $19,500 for Riddell football reconditioning services (6-0)
• Approved $12,500 corporate sponsorship contract with Schaefer Autobody Centers (6-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education approved a three-year financial audit contract with Kerber, Eck & Braeckel for $31,000 annually ($93,000 total). They also called a closed session to discuss hiring, firing, and employee negotiations. Consent items included acceptance of a $37,500 gift for Claymont Elementary library shelving and VR goggles, a $34,633.59 RTI workshop, a $48,000 agreement with Equal Opportunity Schools, and surplus property disposal.

• Approval of $93,000 audit contract with Kerber, Eck & Braeckel for FY2020-2022
• Approval of closed session for personnel matters and employee negotiations
• Acceptance of $37,500 gift from Claymont PTO for library shelving and VR goggles
• Approval of $34,633.59 Solution Tree RTI workshop for Title I schools
• Approval of $48,000 agreement with Equal Opportunity Schools for high school AP/IB equity

The Board of Education approved several consent items, including a multi-year auditing contract and increased funding for Chromebooks. They also accepted a gift for Claymont Elementary and approved professional development workshops. A closed session was held to discuss personnel and employee negotiations.

• Designated Kerber, Eck & Braekel, LLP as auditing firm for 2020-2022 at $31,000 annually (4-0)
• Approved January 2020 financial statements (4-0)
• Accepted approximately $37,500 gift from Claymont Elementary PTO for library shelving, seating, and VR Goggles (4-0)
• Approved Solution Tree 2-day RTI workshop not to exceed $34,633.59 (4-0)
• Approved $48,000 plus travel for Equal Opportunity Schools collaboration agreement for 2020-2021 (4-0)
• Authorized disposal of surplus property per policy DN.BP (4-0)
• Approved $164,000 increase for Chromebooks, warranties, and licensing from Staples, for a total not to exceed $789,000 (4-0)
• Called for Closed Session regarding personnel and employee group negotiations (4-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on February 19, 2020, at Parkway Central Middle School. The agenda includes a call for closed session to discuss legal actions, employee matters, and negotiations. The board will also consider approvals for personnel items, a step team competition trip, a corporate sponsorship, and new bus purchases. Recognitions include foreign exchange students, all-state music students, and a thespian teacher award.

• Call for closed session under Missouri law for legal, personnel, and employee negotiation matters
• Approval of personnel items (Agenda Item 10.08, with addendum)
• Approval of Step Team competition trip to Dallas, TX, March 27–29, 2020 (updated contract)
• Approval of corporate sponsorship agreement with Blue Chip Pest Control (2020–2023)
• Approval of purchase of new buses for transportation (updated board motion)

The Board of Education approved a multi-year contract for substitute employment services and authorized funding for two Step Team competitions. The board also approved various personnel items, financial reports, and policy updates via a consent agenda.

• Approved Kelly Services for substitute employment services at approximately $2.9M annually for 2020-2023 (7-0)
• Approved expenses up to $48,000 for Step Team Competition in Atlanta, GA (7-0)
• Approved expenses up to $29,000 for Step Team Competition in Dallas, TX (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for employment and assignment changes (7-0)
• Approved December 2019 financial report (7-0)
• Approved Section F policies to replace current versions (7-0)
• Approved checks, wire transfers, and payroll disbursements (7-0)
• Approved call for Closed Session to discuss legal actions, personnel, and negotiations (7-0)

Finance/Operations Board Subcommittee Meeting

This is a subcommittee meeting of the Parkway School District Board, focused on reviewing D policies and the policy review process. No votes or concrete actions are scheduled; the agenda is primarily informational and procedural.

• Overview of D Policies and Major Changes (discussion)
• Policy Review Process (discussion)

The subcommittee reviewed IT security measures, Chromebook management, and policy review processes. The only specific recommendation made was to add $1,283 for seat belts to a Type A bus purchase proposal.

• Recommended adding $1,283 for seat belts to Type A bus purchase for Board approval

Parkway/Pattonville/Rockwood/Special School District Joint Boards of Education Special Meeting - Legislative Breakfast Meeting

The Parkway, Pattonville, Rockwood, and Special School District boards meet jointly for a legislative breakfast. They will hear remarks from school district leaders and legislators, then hold open discussion on four legislative issues: student well-being, accountability and innovation, local control, and school funding. The meeting is informational and action is limited to adjournment.

• Welcome and introductions by Rockwood Board President Loralee Mondl
• School district remarks from superintendents of all four districts
• Legislators' remarks (no specific legislators named in agenda)
• Open discussion on 'Addressing Students' Educational, Social and Emotional Well-Being'
• Open discussion on 'Funding for Missouri's Future'

The meeting consisted of introductions and discussions between school district representatives and legislators. No substantive decisions were made.

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Parkway Board of Education. The board will hold a work session discussion on the Parkway School District and PNA Communication Lab. Other items are routine procedural actions such as approval of agenda and adjournment.

• Work session discussion on Parkway School District and PNA Communication Lab

The board approved the meeting agenda and held a work session where the Parkway Nurses Association (PNA) shared their work from the past year. No substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded.

• Approved the January 15, 2020 meeting agenda
• Adjourned the meeting

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education will hold a closed session for legal and personnel matters, then recognize National Board Certified Teachers and Nurses. They will introduce new chief human resources officer Dr. Michael Baugus and director of HR Dr. Kim Cohen. The board will also hear citizen comments and approve consent items including minutes, the 2020-21 meeting calendar, and personnel changes.

• Closed session for legal actions, employee matters, and labor negotiations
• Recognition of 7 National Board Certified Teachers and 3 National Board Certified Nurses
• Introduction of Dr. Michael Baugus as chief human resources officer (effective July 1, 2020) and Dr. Kim Cohen as director of human resources
• Board candidate filing update: three incumbents (Jeff Todd, Deborah Hopper, Kristy Klein Davis) filed for three open seats; election April 7
• Approval of 2020-21 Board of Education meeting calendar

The Board of Education approved a series of consent items, including a major technology bid and the 2020-21 budget assumptions. Other approved actions included personnel changes, a $12,000 gift for River Bend Elementary, and various student trip and event contracts.

• Awarded $489,220 bid to WJR Technologies for data center cores, switches, and routing assets (7-0)
• Approved 2020-21 budget assumptions (7-0)
• Approved $12,000 donation for a laser projector at River Bend Elementary (7-0)
• Approved $26,000 for 2019-2020 Missouri Virtual Academy tuition fees (7-0)
• Approved West High Orchestra trip to Nashville not to exceed $29,000 (7-0)
• Approved Parkway South High 2021 Prom contract with Orlando's Event Center not to exceed $29,000 (7-0)
• Approved $15,302.84 renewal for Frontline Education Recruiting and Hiring solution (7-0)
• Approved 2020-21 Board of Education meeting calendar (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education will hold a special meeting including a work session focused on the Parkway School District and PNEA Communication Lab. The board will also take procedural actions such as calling the meeting to order, roll call, approving the agenda, and adjourning.

• Work session titled 'Parkway School District and PNEA Communication Lab' from 5:00–8:30 p.m. including introductions, facilitator norms, and sharing of questions and concerns
• Approval of agenda for the January 8, 2020 special meeting
• Meeting held at Parkway Central Middle School, 471 N. Woods Mill Road

The Board of Education held a work session with the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service and PNEA to review norms and discuss concerns for upcoming negotiations. Negotiations are scheduled for February at a neutral location. No other substantive policy or financial decisions were made.

• Approved the January 8, 2020 meeting agenda
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:50 p.m.

Goal One Board Subcommittee Meeting

The subcommittee will discuss updates on middle school social-emotional report cards, equity and diversity survey results, and policy reviews. Members will also receive progress updates on personalized learning programs and K-8 STEM initiatives.

• Middle School SEL Report Card update
• Equity and Diversity study results update
• Policy J and student services policy review
• Personalized learning program progress update
• K-8 STEM initiative update

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education held a special meeting on January 3, 2020, then moved into closed session for legal, personnel, and negotiation discussions. The board approved a consent agenda that included a $37,959 emergency boiler re-tubing at Parkway Central High School, acceptance of a $3,900 donation from Oak Brook Elementary PTO, and a tuition increase for early childhood programs.

• Approved $37,959 emergency boiler re-tubing at Parkway Central High School (American Boiler & Mechanical, best bid)
• Accepted $3,900 donation from Oak Brook Elementary Parent Teacher Organization
• Approved early childhood tuition increases: 2 half-day $235/month, 3 half-day $290/month, full-day (bimonthly 19 payments), after-care $50
• Called closed session for legal actions, employee matters, and negotiations
• Approved consent items including check register and minutes from previous meetings

The Board of Education approved several consent items, including a contract for boiler re-tubing at Parkway Central High School and tuition increases for early childhood programs. The board also accepted a $3,900 donation for Oak Brook Elementary and entered a closed session to discuss legal and personnel matters.

• Approved $37,959 bid from American Boiler & Mechanical for Parkway Central High School boiler re-tubing (6-0)
• Approved tuition increases for ECC programs: 2 half-day ($235 monthly), 3 half-day ($290 monthly), and after care 4:30-5:30 p.m. ($50) (6-0)
• Accepted $3,900 donation from Oak Brook Elementary Parent Teacher Organization (6-0)
• Approved check register (6-0)
• Approved November 21, 2019 Goal One Subcommittee meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved December 4, 2019 board workshop minutes (6-0)
• Approved call for Closed Session to discuss legal actions, personnel, and negotiations (6-0)