Parkway School District public meetings in 2023

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education held a special meeting on December 19, 2023, approving the agenda and then calling a closed session to discuss litigation, employee matters, and negotiations. The board also approved several consent items, including a donation of $2,300 from Charles Edwards for lunch balances at Carman Trails Elementary, a $10,000 corporate partnership with Agape Construction, a $98,210.21 software renewal with WorkForce Software, and a revised $50,000 snow removal contract with O’Hara Outdoors.

• Closed session for legal actions, personnel matters, and employee negotiations
• Donation of $2,300 from Charles Edwards for lunch balances at Carman Trails Elementary
• Corporate partnership with Agape Construction for advertising, marketing, and promotions for $10,000
• Renewal of WorkForce Software time and attendance and extended support subscriptions for $98,210.21
• Revised snow removal contract with O’Hara Outdoors for approximately $50,000 at North, South, and West High Schools

The Board of Education approved several consent items, including a software renewal and snow removal services. The board also accepted a public donation for student lunch balances and approved a corporate partnership contract.

• Approved $98,210.21 contract with WorkForce Software for Time and Attendance software (6-0)
• Approved approximately $50,000 contract with O’Hara Outdoors for snow removal at North, South, and West High Schools (6-0)
• Approved $10,000 corporate partnership contract with Agape Construction (6-0)
• Accepted $2,300 donation from Charles Edwards for Carman Trails Elementary lunch balances (6-0)
• Approved checks, wire transfers, and payroll disbursements (6-0)
• Approved call for Closed Session to discuss legal actions, personnel, and negotiations (5-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education will hold a closed session regarding personnel matters before its regular public meeting. The agenda includes various student sports recognitions, updates on board candidate filing, and several proposed additions to the meeting's action items.

• Closed Session for personnel hiring, discipline, and negotiations
• Recognition of State Sports Champions from Central High, South High, and North High
• Recognition of Pierremont Elementary as a National Blue Ribbon School
• Addition of Agenda Item 11.30: Approval of Gifts from the Public to Central High School
• Addition of Agenda Item 11.31: Approval of Contract for Automatic Entrance Gates

The Board of Education approved several consent items, including a membership in the Missouri United School Insurance Council and a technical support agreement for student assessment. The board also accepted public donations and approved various financial statements and personnel recommendations.

• Approved membership in Missouri United School Insurance Council for 2024 at a cost of $3,225,923
• Approved $170,000 agreement with Marzano Research for Student Ready Success Project technical support
• Approved service agreement with MVB Contracting, Inc. dba Birkel Electric for network and fiber optic services (estimated $300,000 per year)
• Approved $7,901.28 revised donation from Parkway West Aquatics Booster Club
• Approved $1,223.66 donation from Barretts Elementary PTO
• Approved June, August, and September 2023 financial statements
• Approved personnel recommendations for operations employment and assignment changes
• Approved checks, wire transfers, and payroll disbursements

Parkway Board of Education Workshop

The Parkway Board of Education held a workshop on November 30, 2023, and voted to approve a consent agenda that includes renewing Tokio Marine HCC as the district's stop loss coverage provider for 2024 at a cost of $1,937,162. The board also approved updates to policies on professional staff compensation, support staff compensation, and communicable diseases, while rescinding the prior communicable disease policy. Additionally, the board voted to enter closed session to discuss legal actions, personnel matters, and student records.

• Approved Tokio Marine HCC stop loss insurance renewal for $1,937,162 (0.2% increase)
• Approved Board Policy GCBA.BP Professional Staff Compensation
• Approved Board Policy GDBA.BP Support Staff Compensation
• Approved Board Policy EBB.BP Communicable Diseases, rescinding JLCC.BP
• Board entered closed session under state law for legal, personnel, and student matters

The Board of Education approved a contract with Tokio Marine HCC for 2024 stop loss coverage. The board also approved updated policies regarding professional and support staff compensation and communicable diseases.

• Approved Tokio Marine HCC as stop loss coverage provider for Jan 1, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved Board Policy GCBA.BP Professional Staff Compensation (7-0)
• Approved Board Policy GDBA.BP Support Staff Compensation (7-0)
• Approved Board Policy EBB.BP Communicable Diseases and rescinded policy JLCC.BP (7-0)
• Approved call for Closed Session to discuss legal actions, personnel, and student records (6-0)

Project Parkway Steering Committee Meeting

The Project Parkway Steering Committee will review feedback from recent focus groups and preview the upcoming State of the District and Project Parkway Spring Community Meeting. The meeting includes welcome, attendance, and closing items. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review feedback from Project Parkway 3.0 Focus Groups
• Preview State of the District and Project Parkway Spring Community Meeting

The committee reviewed feedback from over 500 community members, including staff, parents, and students, to develop questions for the Project Parkway 3.0 five-year strategic plan. Members also previewed data to be shared at the 2024 State of the District meeting on January 31. No formal votes were taken.

Parkway Board of Education Discipline Hearing/Closed Session

The board held a discipline hearing and unanimously voted to enter closed session to consider scholastic probation, expulsion, or graduation of identifiable individuals and records protected from disclosure. No other substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Unanimous vote to enter closed session under Missouri law 610.021.6 and 610.021.14
• Meeting start time moved from 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.
• Agenda approved as presented by a 7-0 vote

The Board of Education approved the agenda and entered a closed session to discuss student discipline and protected records. No substantive decisions were recorded in the open session.

• Approved agenda for November 20, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed session for student discipline and protected records (7-0)
• Approved adjournment of meeting (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education meets to first hold a closed session for legal actions, personnel matters, and negotiations, then an open session for recognitions, public comments, and approval of consent agenda items including personnel changes and gifts from the public.

• Closed session for legal actions, employee hiring/firing, and negotiations
• Recognition of 20 National Merit Scholarship semifinalists and commended students
• Additions to agenda: approval of gifts for Parents as Teachers Program and Bellerive Elementary
• Approval of consent agenda including personnel items

The Board of Education approved fall budget revisions totaling $357,874,762 across all funds. The board also approved several public donations, personnel recommendations, and a contract for mulch and wood fiber. A closed session was held to discuss legal actions, personnel matters, and employee negotiations.

• Approved fall budget revisions with total expenditures of $357,874,762
• Approved $92,000 annual bid from Fick Supply Service Inc. for hardwood mulch and engineered wood fiber
• Accepted $5,000 donation from Bunge to Parkway North High
• Accepted $2,489 donation from CLEAN Branding and Apparel to Parkway Central High Dance Marathon
• Accepted $2,000 donation from Parkway West High Softball Booster Club
• Approved personnel recommendations for operations employment and assignment changes
• Approved checks, wire transfers, and payroll disbursements
• Approved minutes from four previous subcommittee and regular meetings

Student Services Board Subcommittee Meeting

The Parkway School District Student Services Board Subcommittee will meet to discuss updates on mental health services, including clinical licensure and suicide assessments, as well as chronic absenteeism guidelines and a 504 task force. They will also receive information on recent threat assessment training using the CSTAG model. No votes or formal decisions are on the agenda.

• Mental health updates: clinical licensure for social workers and care coordinators, comprehensive review, suicide assessments
• Absenteeism: guidelines and updates from the chronic student absence study group
• 504 Task Force: working to enhance administration, efficiency, and compliance of 504 plans
• Threat assessment: JHDE policy approved by BOE; Level 2 training with Dewey Cornell’s CSTAG Model completed

The subcommittee met to discuss updates on mental health services, student absenteeism, and 504 plan compliance. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this meeting.

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education approved a contract with five clinical licensure supervisors at an estimated $50,000 annually to provide supervision for district mental health staff seeking licensure. The supervisors will support six Master's level employees who currently cannot perform certain assessments without supervision. The contract runs through June 30, 2026, with $50,000 budgeted in the current fiscal year.

• Approved clinical licensure supervisors: Amy Brown Counseling LLC, Children’s Therapeutic Center LLC, Gerald L. Cox, PSYD, LLC, LifeWork LLC & Rachel Kalina LLC
• Estimated cost: $50,000 annually, with actual amounts varying by district needs
• Contract term: TBA through June 30, 2026, covering three fiscal years
• Supervision provides 4 hours per month per employee at $175/hour, totaling $37,800/year for six people
• Agenda item noted that parental consent will be obtained for student assessments unless safety requires immediate intervention

The Board of Education approved the appointment of several clinical licensure supervisors. The agreement is for an estimated $50,000 annually through June 30, 2026.

• Approved Clinical Licensure Supervisors (Amy Brown Counseling LLC, Children’s Therapeutic Center LLC, Gerald L. Cox, PSYD, LLC, LifeWork LLC & Rachel Kalina, LLC) for an estimated $50,000 annually through June 30, 2026 (6-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education held a closed session to discuss legal and personnel matters, then reconvened in open session. The board approved the agenda, adopted numerous policy and financial document attachments, and re‑approved a $250,000 contract with Education Plus for signage materials and Indox Services for installation. The K‑12 Math Comprehensive Program Review was postponed to the November meeting.

• Closed session approved to consider litigation, employee personnel, and collective bargaining matters
• Approval of $250,000 purchase of premises identification signage (Education Plus materials, Indox Services installation)
• Adoption of the meeting agenda
• Attachment of revised July 2023 financial statements and extensive staff policy updates
• Postponement of K‑12 Math Comprehensive Program Review to November

The Board of Education approved a consent agenda including personnel recommendations, financial statements, and several policy updates. The board also accepted multiple public donations and extended contracts with BHC and CVS Caremark. A review of the K-12 Math Comprehensive Program was postponed.

• Approved Board Policy BBB: School Board Elections
• Approved Board Policy DLCA.BP Travel Expenses and administrative procedures DLCA.AP1
• Approved Section G and Section H policies, replacing all current versions
• Accepted $1,200 Diaper Bank Membership donation from Heather Davis and family
• Accepted $1,000 donations each from Seeger Toyota and Mentors4college for North High School
• Accepted $5,000 anonymous donation for Parkway West High Robotics Program
• Approved personnel recommendations for certified and operations employment
• Approved contract extensions with Business Health Coalition (BHC) and CVS Caremark through Dec 31, 2024

Operations Board Subcommittee Meeting

The Parkway School District Operations Board Subcommittee will meet virtually to discuss installing GPS on school buses and to review policies in sections G and H. This is a discussion-only meeting with no votes scheduled.

• Discussion of GPS on school buses
• Policy review of sections G & H
• Next meeting date to be determined

The subcommittee discussed the potential costs and benefits of implementing a GPS system for school buses. Updates to G and H policies were reviewed and will be sent to the Board of Education for approval on October 18, 2023. No formal votes were taken during this meeting.

• Proposed pursuing cost estimates for a school bus GPS system
• Reviewed G and H policy edits for submission to Oct 18 Board of Education meeting

Teaching, Learning and Accountability Board Subcommittee Meeting

The Teaching, Learning and Accountability Board Subcommittee will discuss preliminary program evaluations for visual arts, high school reading intervention, and math. No formal action or votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and information only. The next meeting date is to be determined.

• Visual Arts Preliminary Program Evaluation discussion
• High School Reading Intervention Preliminary Program Evaluation discussion
• Math Preliminary Program Evaluation discussion

The subcommittee held discussions regarding preliminary program evaluations for Visual Arts, High School Reading Intervention, and K-12 Math. No formal decisions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Parkway Board of Education - Project Parkway Community Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education held a Project Parkway Community Meeting on September 28, 2023, at Parkway Central High School. The meeting featured a presentation from national education leader Ray McNulty on reimagining education. Community members participated in focus groups to provide feedback for the district's five-year strategic plan. The board approved the agenda and adjourned.

• Welcome from Dr. Marty
• Presentation from Ray McNulty on reimagining education
• Community focus groups for strategic planning feedback
• Approval of the September 28, 2023 agenda (motion carried)
• Adjournment (motion carried)

The Board of Education conducted a community meeting featuring a keynote presentation on the future of education. Approximately 150 participants provided feedback in focus groups regarding potential areas for Project Parkway 3.0.

• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:38 p.m. (5-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education will hold a tax rate hearing at 6:30 p.m. before its regular meeting at 7:00 p.m. The board will vote on a consent agenda including a cooperation agreement with the St. Louis County Board of Election Commissioners for candidate filing, acceptance of a $1,000 donation from Trinity Products to Central High School, and approval of the district as fiscal agent for a DESE Competency-Based Education Grant. A closed session is scheduled at 5:45 p.m. for personnel matters.

• Tax rate hearing at 6:30 p.m.
• Closed session for personnel matters at 5:45 p.m.
• Approval of cooperation agreement with St. Louis County Board of Election Commissioners for candidate filing
• Acceptance of $1,000 donation from Trinity Products for Parkway Central High Day of Service Committee
• Approval of Parkway as fiscal agent for DESE Competency-Based Education Grant (Marzano Research as sole source vendor)

The Board of Education approved the 2024 employee benefit plan designs and providers. Other approved actions included a cooperation agreement with the St. Louis County Board of Election Commissioners and several student trip expenditures.

• Approved 2024 employee benefit plan designs and providers (7-0)
• Approved $145,000 extension with Alight/SmartBen for 2024 (7-0)
• Approved Family Arena License Agreements for May 2024 graduations, not to exceed $90,000 (7-0)
• Approved Branson On Stage Live! trips for Central, West, and Southwest Middle schools, not to exceed $180,000 (7-0)
• Approved Northeast Middle School Jazz and 8th Grade Band trip to Kansas City, not to exceed $73,125 (7-0)
• Approved cooperation agreement with St. Louis County Board of Election Commissioners (7-0)
• Accepted $6,000 donation from Emerson Tool Company for Parkway West High Robotics Team (7-0)
• Accepted $1,000 donations each from Trinity Products and Dogtopia for Parkway Central High Day of Service Committee (7-0)

Tax Rate Hearing

The Parkway School District Board of Education will hold a public hearing and consider adopting a blended tax rate of $3.7885 per $100 assessed valuation for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The rate includes a voluntary rollback of $0.10 on residential property, reducing revenue by approximately $9,800,000. The hearing will open for public comments before the board votes.

• Proposed blended tax rate of $3.7885 per $100 assessed valuation for 2023-2024
• Residential rate set at $3.2883 including debt service, with a $0.10 voluntary rollback
• Public comment period on the proposed tax rate
• Distribution by fund: General $1.1378, Special Revenue $2.1130, Capital Projects $0.0477, Debt Service $0.4900
• Approval of the meeting agenda and adjournment

The board held a public hearing regarding a proposed blended tax rate of up to $3.7885 for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. No public comments were provided. The board did not vote on the rate during this hearing; approval was scheduled for the regular board meeting on September 27, 2023.

• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)
• Adjourned the tax rate hearing (7-0)

Project Parkway Steering Committee Meeting

The Project Parkway Steering Committee will review data on the district's Vision for a Learner, plan community network events, and finalize questions for Project Parkway 3.0 focus groups. No votes or decisions are scheduled; items are for discussion and information only.

• Review data from Vision for a Learner venues
• Plan community network events
• Review questions for Project Parkway 3.0 focus groups

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education voted to hold a closed session at 5:30 p.m. to consider legal actions, confidential employee information, and related matters. The regular open session began at 7 p.m., where the board recognized the district with an ISTE Distinguished District Award and South High's library with an Exemplary Library Program award. The board also approved the meeting agenda, consent items, and several sets of minutes.

• Closed Session motion approved to consider legal actions and confidential personnel matters
• ISTE Distinguished District Award presented to Parkway School District
• Exemplary Library Program award given to South High's library
• Approval of agenda and consent items for the meeting
• Approval of minutes from prior board and committee meetings

The Board of Education approved a series of consent items including personnel recommendations, financial statements, and facility repairs. Key approvals included a revised extra duty budget and several construction contract increases for gymnasium flooring and playground renovations.

• Approved 2023-2024 Extra Duty Budget revised amount of $4,377,398.00
• Approved $6,800 in gift cards donation from The Crossing Congregation
• Approved 2024 retiree benefit plan designs and providers (Aetna and Anthem)
• Approved $50,000 annual increase for Kaemmerlen Facility Solutions equipment repair
• Approved estimated $50,000 annual sole source purchase for Trane Company HVAC services
• Approved $40,000 contract with Wagner Portrait Group for advertising and marketing
• Approved New York trip for West and North High Choir Programs not to exceed $175,000
• Approved contract increases for Poettker Construction and Byrne and Jones Construction

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

At the August 9, 2023 meeting, the Parkway Board of Education approved a motion to hold a closed session at 6:30 p.m. to consider hiring, firing, disciplining, promoting, and personnel records. The board also approved the agenda, consent items, minutes from prior meetings, personnel employment changes, and financial disbursements. All motions were carried with votes from the listed board members.

• Closed session motion to discuss hiring, firing, disciplining, promoting and personnel records (motion by Kevin Seltzer, seconded by Jeffrey Spector)
• Approval of personnel items for certified and operations employment, reemployment, assignment and channel changes (Chief Human Resources Officer Michael Baugus)
• Approval of checks, wire transfers and payroll disbursements (financial documents attached)
• Approval of consent items as presented in the meeting materials
• Approval of minutes for May‑June 2023 board meetings and special meetings

The Board of Education approved a series of consent items including personnel recommendations, financial reports, and vendor contracts. Key approvals included a student wellness program, LED lighting purchases, and a contract for 6th grade outdoor school. The board also authorized a construction amendment for a chair lift at Fern Ridge High.

• Approved student wellness program agreement with Mental Health America of Eastern Missouri
• Approved LED light bids from Starbeam Supply, Lighting N Beyond LLC and Lightserve (est. $65,000 annually)
• Approved high school photography services contract with Wagner Portrait Group
• Approved $4,576 purchase of Benchmark Advance for one additional elementary pilot teacher
• Approved 2023-2024 Intergovernmental Agreement for St. Louis Virtual Campus
• Approved YMCA of the Ozarks contract for 6th Grade Outdoor School (not to exceed $358,800)
• Approved Poettker GMP Amendment #4 for Fern Ridge High chair lift installation ($160,903)
• Approved personnel recommendations for employment, reemployment, and assignment changes

Project Parkway Steering Committee Meeting

The Project Parkway Steering Committee will discuss Vision Venue planning and the process for gathering community feedback through Project Parkway 3.0. The meeting includes introductions, attendance, and closing remarks.

• Discussion of Vision Venue planning
• Discussion of process for gathering community feedback through Project Parkway 3.0

The committee reviewed plans for Vision Venues to be displayed at all Parkway Schools during the first month of the school year. Members discussed a proposal to gather feedback for Project Parkway 3.0 through staff, student, and community focus groups this fall.

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education is holding a special meeting that will enter closed session to discuss hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting employees and personnel records. The board will also vote on a consent agenda including donations, policy updates, personnel items, a lease agreement for the Spark! program, revised long-term disability insurance pricing, and a snack vending services contract.

• Closed session for personnel matters (hiring, firing, disciplining, promoting) and personnel records under RSMo 610.021.3 and 610.021.13
• Donation of $2,000 from St. Louis Dairy Council to promote a new coffee concept
• Donation of approx. $4,000 from St. Louis Elks Lodge #9 to Northeast Middle for school supplies and clothing
• Approval of Section G policies including employee drug testing, criminal background checks, staff/student relations, leaves, and fringe benefits
• Approval of revised long-term disability insurance with The Hartford at $0.278 per $100 covered payroll (annual increase of $21,000) for a three-year term starting January 1, 2024

The Board of Education approved a revised 2023-2024 Extra Duty Budget and several operational contracts. Other actions included accepting public donations, updating class size and personnel policies, and authorizing facility maintenance increases.

• Approved revised 2023-2024 Extra Duty Budget of $4,364,958.00 (5-0)
• Approved $41,200 annual contract for Hudl sports analysis program (5-0)
• Approved $80,000 per fiscal year for Stone Acres Tree Services (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 for 2023-2024 Spark! Program transportation fees (5-0)
• Approved snack vending services contract with Advendco LLC (5-0)
• Accepted $2,000 donation from St. Louis Dairy Council and approx. $4,000 from St. Louis Elks Lodge #9 (5-0)
• Approved Policy IHB regarding Class Size (5-0)
• Approved revised pricing for long-term disability insurance from The Hartford (5-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education held a special meeting and voted on a consent agenda that included approving a $2,582,540 bid for new playgrounds at six elementary schools, a $172,000 substitute teacher pay rate increase, and several policy updates. The board also went into closed session to discuss personnel matters and added a lease item for the Spark! location at 660/670 Mason Ridge.

• Approval of $2,582,540 bid to Byrne & Jones for playgrounds at Barretts, Hanna Woods, Highcroft Ridge, McKelvey Intermediate, Wren Hollow, and McKelvey Primary
• Approval of Kelly Education Services substitute pay rate increases, adding $172,000 in annual costs
• Addition of agenda item 7.01: lease of 660/670 Mason Ridge Town & Country for the Spark! location
• Approval of consent items including policies BDDB, IGCDA, IGCD and personnel recommendations
• Approval of a one-year $27,657.79 extension for Bonfire Interactive Ltd. online bidding system

The Board of Education approved a contract for new playgrounds at six elementary schools and a five-year lease for the Spark! location. Other actions included approving personnel items, financial reports, and updates to virtual course policies.

• Approved $2,582,540.00 bid from Byrne & Jones for elementary playgrounds (5-0)
• Approved five-year lease with BCTN Holdings, Inc. for 660/670 Mason Ridge (6-0)
• Approved $27,657.79 one-year extension with Bonfire Interactive Ltd. (5-0)
• Approved renewal and revised rates for Kelly Educational Subs (5-0)
• Approved May 2023 financial statements (5-0)
• Approved policy BDDB regarding Agendas (5-0)
• Approved policies IGCDA and IGCD regarding virtual courses (5-0)
• Approved TESOL for 2023-2024 Targeted Tuition Reimbursement Program (5-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting/Closed Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education held a special meeting via videoconference and voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss legal actions, litigation, and personnel matters including hiring, firing, and employee records. No public action items were on the agenda.

• Board voted 4-0 to convene closed session under RSMo 610.021.1 (legal actions/litigation) and 610.021.3/.13 (employee hiring, discipline, personnel records)
• Meeting held via Google Meet with no in-person attendance

The Board of Education held a special meeting via videoconference. The board approved the agenda and voted to enter a closed session to discuss litigation and personnel records.

• Approved the June 16, 2023 agenda (4-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed session for legal actions and personnel matters (4-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education will first meet in closed session at 5:45 p.m. to discuss legal actions, employee hiring/firing, and contract negotiations. The open session at 7 p.m. includes recognitions of Perfect ACT students, Energy Star certified buildings, and multiple state championship teams. The board will also consider an addendum to personnel items.

• Closed session for legal actions, employee matters, and negotiations (5:45 p.m.)
• Recognition of Perfect ACT students Matthew Wehling (Central High), Krish Bhagat (West High), Srivalli Koya (South High), Jason Tsao (West High), Ethan Uyemura (West High)
• Energy Star Building Certifications for Carman Trails, Craig, Northeast Middle, Sorrento Springs, Central Middle, McKelvey Primary, North High, Green Trails, River Bend, Shenandoah Valley
• State sports champions recognized: Girls Wrestling (South High), Girls Swim Team (South High), Boys Water Polo (Central High), Girls Track (Central High), State Dance Hip-Hop Champions (South High), Scholar Bowl State Champions (West High), West High Robotics
• Addendum to Agenda Item 11.17 Approval of Personnel Items

The Board of Education approved several policy updates regarding community engagement, student enrollment, and student conduct. The board also authorized personnel appointments, accepted public donations for schools and the food pantry, and approved EducationPlus dues.

• Approved Policy KC Community Engagement (5-0)
• Approved reinstatement of Policy JGGA.BP Seclusion and Restraint (5-0)
• Approved reinstatement of Policy JGA.BP Corporal Punishment (5-0)
• Approved Policy JECA Eligibility to Enroll (5-0)
• Appointed Elisa Tomich as Custodian of Records and Annie Dickerson as alternate (5-0)
• Approved 2023-24 EducationPlus Dues of $102,122.91 (5-0)
• Accepted donations: $13,000 projection system (Green Trails), $1,000 (West High), $1,166.33 (Food Pantry), and $6,900 (Mason Ridge) (5-0)
• Approved certified and operations personnel recommendations (5-0)

Student Services Board Subcommittee Meeting

The Parkway School District Student Services Board Subcommittee will discuss two comprehensive evaluations: one on counseling services and another on social-emotional support services. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting consists of information and discussion items.

• Counseling Comprehensive Evaluation presented by Dr. Erin Schulte
• Social Emotional Support Services Comprehensive Evaluation presented by Cherie Magueja

The Student Services Board Subcommittee held a meeting to discuss the framework for two comprehensive evaluations. These reviews focus on the roles, effectiveness, and organizational structures of school counselors and social-emotional support staff. No formal decisions or votes were recorded.

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The board will first hold a closed session to discuss legal actions, personnel matters, and employee negotiations. The regular meeting will include recognitions for students and staff, public comments, and approval of consent agenda items such as personnel changes, donations, extra duty budgets, and subcontractor contracts.

• Closed session for legal actions, personnel, and negotiations (R.S. Mo. 610.021.1, .3, .9, .13)
• Approval of gift from Barretts PTO to Barretts Elementary library
• Approval of personnel items via addendum
• Update to extra duty budget for FY24, with McKelvey Elementary having two principals
• Approval of assignment and assumption of subcontractor contracts for Ravensberg, Prostar Surfaces, Missouri Floor, Irwin Seating, and Duneman Demolition

The Board of Education approved a change to the 2023-2024 academic calendar and accepted several public donations. The board also approved a series of meeting minutes and the April 4, 2023 certified election results.

• Approved 2023-2024 academic calendar change to make April 2, 2024, a Professional Development day (7-0)
• Accepted April 4, 2023 certified election results from St. Louis County (7-0)
• Approved donation of soccer goals (approx. $2,635) to Henry Elementary from Henry PTO (7-0)
• Approved donation of empty bowls (approx. $1,450) to Parkway Food Pantry from Parkway Art Departments (7-0)
• Approved donation of approx. $1,500 to Parkway South High Baseball from PSH Baseball Boosters (7-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved a motion to enter Closed Session for legal, personnel, and negotiation matters (7-0)

Teaching, Learning and Accountability Board Subcommittee Meeting

The Teaching, Learning and Accountability board subcommittee will discuss the 23-24 Comprehensive School Improvement Plan, focusing on instructional actions. They will also review progress on reading plan implementation and preview planning for the next school year. Back-to-school structures, including progress monitoring and intervention tied to reading legislation, will be examined.

• Discussion of Parkway CSIP and Instructional Focus for 23-24
• Update on Reading Implementation progress and 23-24 planning
• Review of Back-to-School Plans: progress monitoring, intervention, and high school state-of-the-building meetings
• Attendance: Dr. Kevin Beckner (assistant superintendent), board members Matt Schindler, Kevin Seltzer, Jeffrey Spector

The subcommittee discussed the 2023-24 Comprehensive School Improvement Plan and updates to reading implementation, including the use of NWEA assessments and Kindergarten Observation Forms. Members also reviewed proposed flexible scheduling for elementary teacher back-to-school training. No formal votes were recorded.

Operations Board Subcommittee Meeting

The Parkway School District Operations Board Subcommittee met via videoconference on May 5, 2023. The agenda included discussion of human‑resource staffing updates, technology bond project updates, and facilities project updates. No decisions were recorded; the items were presented for information. The date for the next meeting was not set.

• Human Resource: Staffing Updates
• Technology: Bond Project Updates
• Facilities: Project Updates
• Other discussion items
• Next meeting date TBD

The subcommittee met via videoconference to receive reports on human resources, technology bond projects, and facilities updates. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Project Parkway Steering Committee Meeting

The Project Parkway Steering Committee will review and provide feedback on the district's CSIP Implementation Plan and drafts of the Vision of a Learner, as well as begin planning vision venue activities for Fall 2023. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and information.

• Review and feedback on the CSIP Implementation Plan for 2023-24
• Review drafts of the Vision of a Learner and input on additional vision sets
• Begin planning vision venue activities for Fall 2023

The Project Parkway Steering Committee reviewed the CSIP Implementation Plan and discussed activities for Fall 2023. Committee members worked in groups to reduce seventeen versions of the 'Vision of a Learner' to no more than four drafts for further feedback.

• Reduced seventeen 'Vision of a Learner' versions to a maximum of four drafts

Parkway Board of Education Workshop

The Parkway Board of Education held a workshop primarily for discussion and information, not formal decisions. Board members entered a closed session to consider hiring, firing, or disciplining employees and to review personnel records. Agenda topics included updates on reading instruction implementation for 2023-24, middle school academies, the district's Comprehensive School Improvement Plan, and pending state legislation on open enrollment and property tax changes.

• Closed session for personnel matters (hiring, firing, discipline) and review of employee records.
• Reading implementation update for 2023-24 school year, including dyslexia assessment and instruction.
• Update on state legislation: open enrollment, parents' bill of rights, property tax changes.
• Discussion of McKinney-Vento residency appeals process for families.
• Annual board self-evaluation of work and relationships.

The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and voted to enter a closed session to discuss employee hiring, firing, disciplining, and personnel records. The meeting primarily consisted of informational updates regarding reading implementation, middle school academies, and student services.

• Approved agenda for April 22, 2023 workshop (6-0)
• Approved motion to enter Closed Session for personnel and employee records (6-0)

Parkway Board of Education Closed Session

The Parkway Board of Education approved its agenda and then voted to enter a closed session. In that session the board considered hiring, firing, disciplining, promoting, and the review of individually identifiable personnel records and performance ratings. After the closed session the board adjourned the meeting.

• Approval of agenda for the closed session
• Motion to enter closed session to consider personnel actions and records
• Adjournment of the special meeting

The board met in a closed session to discuss employee hiring, firing, disciplining, promoting, and personnel records. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

• Approved agenda for Closed Session (5-0)
• Approved entry into Closed Session for personnel matters (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:18 p.m. (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education is meeting to recognize several award-winning staff, including a national journalism teacher of the year and a state PE teacher of the year. The board will also acknowledge the district's top AAA bond rating from S&P and a platinum mental health workplace award. No major decisions or public hearings are on the agenda; the meeting is largely ceremonial.

• Recognition of Debra Klevens, West High, as 2023 National High School Journalism Teacher of the Year
• Recognition of Terri O'Leary, Central High, as 2023 Central District High School P.E. Teacher of the Year
• Recognition of Katherine Park, Pierremont Elementary, for Missouri Association of School Nurses Life Membership
• Recognition of Transportation Department for 99.3% annual bus inspection score
• Recognition of S&P AAA bond rating and Mental Health America Platinum Bell Seal award

The Board of Education approved a series of consent items, including spring budget adjustments for 2022-2023 and new student policies. The board also accepted two private donations for school programs and approved personnel recommendations and pay step schedules.

• Approved spring budget adjustments for 2022-2023 with total expenditures of $322,992,058 (7-0)
• Approved Policy IGBD.BP At-Risk Students (7-0)
• Approved Policy IGBE.BP Students in Foster Care (7-0)
• Accepted $3,000 donation to North High Boys Volleyball from the Patel Family (7-0)
• Accepted $47,000 donation to West Middle PTO for a gymnasium audio/visual system (7-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 Step Schedules for Bus Drivers, Bus Attendants, Custodians and Warehouse (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for employment, re-employment, and assignment changes (7-0)
• Approved resolution calling for a Blue Ribbon Commission to study Missouri's Funding Formula (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Organizational Meeting

This is the annual organizational meeting of the Parkway Board of Education. The board canvassed the April 2023 election results, installed three re-elected members, and elected officers for the coming year. No substantive policy or budget decisions were made.

• Canvassed election results confirming re-election of Jeff Todd, Deborah Hopper, and Tiffany Mapp Franklin
• Administered oath of office to the three re-elected board members
• Elected Jeff Todd as Board President and Deborah Hopper as Vice President for one-year terms
• Appointed Nikki Stover as Board Secretary and Patty Bedborough as Treasurer
• Appointed Jeff Todd as MSBA Delegate and Matthew Schindler as Alternate Delegate

The Board installed three newly elected members and appointed its officers for the 2023-2024 term. The meeting focused on organizational appointments and the certification of election results.

• Installed Jeff Todd, Deborah Hopper, and Tiffany Mapp Franklin to the Board
• Elected Jeff Todd as President (7-0)
• Elected Deborah Hopper as Vice-President (7-0)
• Appointed Nikki Stover as Board Secretary (7-0)
• Appointed Patty Bedborough as Board Treasurer (7-0)
• Appointed Jeff Todd as MSBA Delegate and Matthew Schindler as Alternate Delegate (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting/Closed Session

The Parkway Board of Education held a special meeting to review and canvass annual school board election results, officially installing three re-elected members—Jeff Todd, Deborah Hopper, and Tiffany Franklin—who took the oath of office. The board then voted to enter closed session to discuss personnel matters including hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting employees and individually identifiable personnel records.

• Canvass of April 2023 school board election results confirming reelection of Jeff Todd, Deborah Hopper, and Tiffany Franklin
• Ordered issuance of certification of election to the three successful candidates
• Installation of Todd, Hopper, and Franklin via oath of office administered by board secretary
• Vote to enter closed session citing Missouri law 610.021.3 (employee hiring/firing) and 610.021.13 (personnel records)

The Board of Education certified and installed three newly elected members. The board then entered a closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Issued certificates of election to Jeff Todd, Deborah Hopper, and Tiffany Mapp Franklin
• Administered Oath of Office to Jeff Todd, Deborah Hopper, and Tiffany Mapp Franklin
• Approved entry into Closed Session for personnel and employee record discussions (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Parkway Board of Education - Project Parkway Community Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education held a Project Parkway Community Meeting to discuss the draft 2023-2024 Comprehensive School Improvement Plan and to develop student vision sets based on community feedback. The meeting included welcome remarks, a walkthrough of the plan, and participatory exercises. No binding decisions were made; the session was informational and discussion-based.

• Walkthrough of the draft 23-24 Comprehensive School Improvement Plan
• Participatory development of student vision sets based on community ThoughtExchange feedback
• Meeting held at Parkway Central High School, 369 North Woods Mill Road, Chesterfield
• Board members present: Hopper, Franklin, Riti, Schindler, Seltzer, Spector, Todd

The Board of Education held a community meeting to review the draft 2023-24 Comprehensive School Improvement Plan. Staff and parents collaborated to redesign the district's Vision for Students based on community feedback. Further input will be gathered during 'Vision Venues' in fall 2023.

• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)

Student Services Board Subcommittee Meeting

The Student Services Board Subcommittee will hold a meeting to hear an overview of the Student Services Department. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of a single discussion topic on how the district services its students.

• Discussion: Student Services Department Overview on how the district services its students

Project Parkway Steering Committee Meeting

The Project Parkway Steering Committee is meeting to review vision set data collected through a community ThoughtExchange in February 2023 and to provide feedback on selecting vision sets for the district, staff, and students. The meeting includes welcome remarks from the superintendent and board president, attendance, and closing. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Review of community vision set data from February 2023 ThoughtExchange
• Feedback on vision sets for district, staff, and students

The committee met to continue work on vision sets. Members reviewed feedback from a previous steering committee meeting, a March 15 board presentation, and the ThoughtExchange. No substantive decisions were recorded.

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education will convene a closed session at 5:15 p.m. to discuss legal actions, personnel hiring/firing, and employee negotiations. The regular open meeting at 7 p.m. will include recognitions, public comments, and approval of a consent agenda including personnel items, graduation contracts, and a time-and-attendance solution.

• Closed session for litigation, employee discipline, and negotiation preparation
• Teachers of the Year recognitions for elementary, middle, and high schools
• Approval of personnel items (addendum provided)
• Correction to South High and West High graduation contract times
• Update to time-and-attendance solution statement of work

The Board of Education approved a new PNEA agreement regarding language and salary effective July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2026. The board also approved a five-year renewal for Workforce timekeeping software and accepted several public donations.

• Approved PNEA agreement for 2023-2026 (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved 5-year Workforce timekeeping software renewal for estimated $330,900 (7-0)
• Accepted $4,000 donation to Barretts Elementary from Beth Green (7-0)
• Accepted light bulb donation valued at $3,500 from Lowes Home Improvement (7-0)
• Accepted $8,210.68 donation from Mason Ridge PTO to Mason Ridge (7-0)
• Accepted $1,261.90 donation from Alive Church to Carman Trails for lunch balances (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for employment and assignment changes (7-0)
• Approved agenda for March 15, 2023 meeting (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Discipline Hearing/Closed Session

The Parkway Board of Education convened a discipline hearing on March 8, 2023, then immediately voted to enter closed session to discuss scholastic probation, expulsion, or graduation of identifiable individuals, as well as records protected from disclosure. The public portion consisted of call to order, roll call, and agenda approval before the closed session vote. No public decisions were made on specific cases.

• Closed session authorized under state law 610.021.6 and 610.021.14 for student discipline and protected records.
• Motion to enter closed session carried unanimously (6 yeas).
• Meeting held at Parkway Welcome Center, 760 Woods Mill Road, Ballwin, MO.

The board approved the meeting agenda and entered a closed session to discuss student probation, expulsion, and protected records. No substantive decisions were recorded in the open session minutes.

• Approved agenda for March 8, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed session for discipline hearings and protected records (6-0)

Project Parkway Steering Committee Meeting

The Parkway School District's Project Parkway Steering Committee is meeting to review data for Vision Sets for students and discuss current progress on the 2023-2024 school year. The agenda consists of procedural items including welcome, introductions, and attendance, with no decisions or votes scheduled.

• Review of data for Vision Sets for students
• Review of current progress on 23-24 school year

The committee reviewed key terms for student vision sets and analyzed Annual Performance Report (APR) data. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Parkway/Pattonville/Rockwood/Special School District Joint Legislative Breakfast

The Parkway, Pattonville, Rockwood, and Special School Districts held a joint legislative breakfast on March 3, 2023 at the Rockwood Administrative Center Annex. The agenda included a choir presentation, introductions, superintendent and legislator remarks, and an open discussion of legislative issues. No formal decisions or votes were scheduled; the meeting was informational.

• Eureka Elementary School Choir Presentation
• Welcome/Introductions
• Superintendents' Remarks
• Legislators’ Remarks
• Open Discussion of Legislative Issues

Representatives from Parkway, Pattonville, Rockwood, and Special School Districts met with legislators to discuss current legislative sessions. The meeting consisted of introductory remarks and open discussion regarding public education legislation. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.

Student Services Board Subcommittee Meeting

The Parkway Student Services Board Subcommittee meets to discuss updates on special education program evaluation, McKinney-Vento homeless student support, and residency verification. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are informational or discussion-only.

• Special Services Comprehensive Program Evaluation Update (discussion)
• McKinney Vento Update on services for homeless students (discussion)
• Residency Verification Update (discussion)

Parkway Board of Education Discipline Hearing/Closed Session

The Parkway Board of Education met for a discipline hearing and closed session. The board moved into closed session to consider student probation, expulsion, graduation, and protected records.

• Closed session regarding scholastic probation, expulsion, or graduation of identifiable individuals
• Closed session regarding records protected from disclosure by law

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education will vote on a $1,033,863 construction contract (total project cost $1,234,297) for gymnasium floor replacement at South High and bleacher and floor replacement at West Middle, funded by Proposition S. The board also will consider approving custodial services, personnel items, and other action items. A closed session is scheduled for legal, personnel, and negotiations matters before the open meeting. The meeting opens with recognitions for all-state music students, a play performance, and international exchange students.

• Approval of Poettker GMP #01 for gym floor at South High and bleacher/floor at West Middle: $1,033,863 (total project $1,234,297)
• Approval of purchase of custodial services (AgTac Services) – contract added as agenda item 11.16
• Approval of personnel items with addendum
• Closed session for legal actions, employee matters, and negotiations (6:00 p.m.)
• Public comments period for up to 30 minutes

Teaching, Learning and Accountability Board Subcommittee Meeting

The Teaching, Learning and Accountability Board Subcommittee will hear updates on the Missouri School Improvement Program (MSIP6), the DESE Success-Ready Student Network, and 2022 reading legislation. They will also discuss a new academy option for families at Central Middle and begin planning program evaluations for the 2023-24 school year.

• Discussion of MSIP6 updates and its implications for Parkway
• Update on reading legislation passed in 2022 and the DESE Success-Ready Student Network
• New optional academy offerings at Central Middle for curriculum mastery
• Initial discussion on which Teaching and Learning programs will be evaluated in 2023-24

The subcommittee received updates on state school improvement programs and reading legislation. Members discussed the implementation of four learning academies at Central Middle and identified programs for 2023-24 evaluation. No formal votes were taken.

• Discussed MSIP 6 preliminary numbers and appeal procedures for report errors
• Reviewed progress on ensuring all students have an Individual Career and Academic Plan (ICAP) by 8th grade
• Discussed participation in the Success-Ready Student Network's System Design Zone waiver
• Reviewed the four academy options (Legacy, Flex, Empower, and Design) at Central Middle
• Identified World Language, Math, Fine Arts, and high school reading intervention for 2023-24 program evaluation

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting/Closed Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education held a special meeting at 5:30 p.m. on February 13, 2023, at the Parkway Welcome Center. The board voted unanimously to approve the agenda and then voted to enter closed session under Missouri law to discuss legal actions, employee hiring/firing/discipline, and negotiations with employee groups. No public business was conducted during the open portion.

• Unanimous vote to go into closed session for legal, personnel, and negotiation matters (MO statutes 610.021.1, .3, .9, .13)

The board approved the agenda and entered a closed session to discuss legal actions, personnel matters, and employee negotiations. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

• Approved the February 13, 2023 agenda
• Approved motion to enter closed session for legal, personnel, and negotiation matters

Operations Board Subcommittee Meeting

The Parkway School District Operations Board Subcommittee will meet via videoconference on February 10, 2023. Agenda items include a review of the invoice payment process, evaluation of transportation for the 2023-2024 targeted program, updates from the Facilities Task Force, and a discussion on human resources hiring. No votes or formal decisions are listed; items are for discussion and information only.

• Finance/Purchasing: Invoice Payment Process review (discussion)
• 2023-2024 Targeted Program evaluation - Transportation (discussion)
• Facilities Task Force update (discussion)
• Human Resource: Hiring (discussion)
• Next scheduled meeting to be determined

The subcommittee held a discussion-based meeting to review financial internal controls, transportation evaluations, and staffing strategies. No formal votes were taken; the meeting focused on informational presentations and planning for future board approvals.

• Reviewed invoice payment process and internal financial controls
• Discussed transportation evaluation topics including walking zones and student safety
• Discussed custodial staffing shortages and potential cost-neutral service options
• Reviewed strategies for recruiting candidates of color and managing class sizes

Project Parkway Steering Committee Meeting

The Project Parkway Steering Committee will review State of the District feedback and themes to develop a Comprehensive School Improvement Plan and five-year strategic plan. The committee will also provide input on community survey questions and participate in a live Thoughtexchange on the district's mission and vision. No votes or financial decisions are scheduled.

• Review of State of the District feedback for strategic planning
• Input on community survey questions for Project Parkway
• Live Thoughtexchange on mission and vision

The committee reviewed State of the District feedback and work from the Leadership and Strategic Planning committees. Members provided recommendations on goal areas and feedback on draft community survey questions and a ThoughtExchange preview.

• Recommended clarifications to Goal/Focus areas for the Comprehensive School Improvement Plan
• Provided feedback on draft Project Parkway community survey questions
• Provided feedback on the ThoughtExchange preview regarding student vision sets

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

This special meeting of the Parkway Board of Education consisted of procedural items and a closed session. The board voted to enter a closed meeting to prepare for negotiations with employee groups, as permitted under state law. After the closed session, the board adjourned.

• Closed session called for preparation of negotiations with employee groups (Mo. Rev. Stat. § 610.021.9)

The Board of Education held a special meeting that primarily consisted of a closed session. The session was called to discuss preparations and work product for negotiations with employee groups.

• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved call for closed session to discuss employee group negotiations (5-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting/Closed Session

This is a special meeting of the Parkway Board of Education held primarily to convene a closed session. The board approved the agenda and then voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting employees; personnel records; and preparations for negotiations with employee groups. No public business or policy decisions are scheduled.

• The board called a closed session under Missouri law 610.021.3, 610.021.13, and 610.021.9 to discuss personnel actions, individual records, and employee group negotiation preparations

The Board of Education met for a special session to conduct business in closed session. No substantive public decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved call for closed session to discuss personnel and employee group negotiations (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education - State of the District

The Parkway Board of Education is holding its 2023 State of the District event at Parkway Central High School. The meeting includes welcome remarks, followed by gallery walks and input sessions on five data topics: Finance and Facilities, Demographics and Staffing, Student Opportunities, Achievement, and Climate and Social-Emotional Learning. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Finance and Facilities data session
• Demographics and Staffing data session
• Student Opportunities data session
• Achievement data session
• Climate and Social-Emotional Learning data session

The Board of Education conducted a State of the District meeting focused on gathering community input for a new five-year strategic plan. Participants reviewed data on enrollment, student achievement, school climate, and finances through breakout sessions. No substantive policy or budget decisions were made.

• Approved the February 1, 2023 agenda (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education held a special meeting that was mostly procedural, including approval of the agenda and a call to closed session for the purpose of considering preparations for negotiations with employee groups under state statute 610.021.9. The closed session was held at 5:15 p.m., followed by adjournment of the special meeting.

• Call for closed session at 5:15 p.m. for employee group negotiations under 610.021.9
• Approval of the agenda for the January 18, 2023 special meeting
• Board members present: Deborah Hopper, Tiffany Franklin, Matthew Schindler, Kevin Seltzer, Jeffrey Spector, Jeff Todd

The board approved the agenda and entered a closed session to discuss negotiations with employee groups. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved the January 18, 2023 agenda (4-0)
• Approved call for Closed Session to discuss employee group negotiations (5-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education held a regular meeting on January 18, 2023, and unanimously voted to enter a closed session to discuss legal actions, personnel matters, and negotiations under state exemptions. The consent agenda included approval of minutes, the 2023-2024 board meeting calendar, and Parkway's Pandemic Response Plan. Seven candidates have filed for three open board seats in the April 4 election.

• Unanimous vote to enter closed session under 610.021.1, .3, .9, .13 for legal, personnel, and negotiation matters
• Recognition of National Board Certified Teachers and Nurses from district schools
• Approval of the 2023-2024 board meeting calendar
• Seven candidates filed for three board seats: Todd, Kerr, Guerra, Hopper, Ivancic, Franklin, Ehlen
• Approval of Parkway's Pandemic Response Plan (agenda item incomplete in provided text)

The Board approved several consent items, including the 2023-2024 budget assumptions and meeting calendar. The board also adopted a pandemic response plan and re-adopted a policy regarding students with communicable diseases. Additionally, the board authorized $7 million in umbrella liability insurance.

• Approved 2023-2024 Budget Assumptions (6-0)
• Approved $7 million umbrella liability insurance for 2023 at a premium of $123,607 (6-0)
• Adopted 2022-2023 Pandemic Response Plan (6-0)
• Re-adopted Board Policy JLCC.BP Students with Communicable Diseases (6-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 Board Meeting Calendar (6-0)
• Authorized service agreements with WSP and Bond Architects for 2022 bond project planning (6-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for employment and assignment changes (6-0)
• Accepted various public donations, including $1,200 for student cafeteria balances (6-0)

Project Parkway Steering Committee Meeting

The Project Parkway Steering Committee meets to discuss the overview of Project Parkway 3.0, the role of the committee in strategic planning, and the Comprehensive School Improvement Plan for the next five years. The meeting also includes a preview of the February 1 State of the District address. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Overview of the work ahead for Project Parkway 3.0
• Review of the Steering Committee's role in strategic planning
• Building understanding of the five-year Comprehensive School Improvement Plan
• Preview of the State of the District meeting on February 1, 2023

The committee met to review the objectives, role, and timeline for Project Parkway 3.0. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during this meeting.

Student Services Board Subcommittee Meeting

The Parkway School District Student Services Board Subcommittee will meet on January 10, 2023. Discussion topics include updates on targeted reviews for district counselors and social workers, as well as residency updates and a new process. The meeting is informational and discussion-based.

• District Counselor Targeted Review Update
• Social Worker Targeted Review Update
• Residency Updates/New Process

The subcommittee received updates on targeted reviews for district counselors and social workers, including planned focus groups. A proposal for a district-wide mailing to verify student residency was also discussed. No formal votes were taken during the meeting.

Teaching, Learning and Accountability Board Subcommittee Meeting

The Teaching, Learning and Accountability subcommittee will receive an update on new reading legislation and discuss the district's long-term response. They will also go into greater detail on changes to the state accountability system (MSIP6) and how Parkway will respond.

• Update and discussion on response to new reading legislation
• Detailed review of MSIP6 state accountability system changes and Project Parkway

The subcommittee reviewed upcoming requirements for the Reading Instruction Act and Reading Success Plans, noting that implementation will require additional curriculum budget resources. Members also discussed the transition to the MSIP 6 state accountability system and a potential waiver request involving 51 districts.