Parkway School District public meetings in 2024

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting - Closed Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education held a special virtual meeting and voted to approve the agenda, which included authorizing Parkway North High School to apply for a competitive grant from Big Picture Learning. The board then called a closed session to discuss legal actions, personnel matters, and employee records. The meeting adjourned after the closed session.

• Board approved Parkway North High School to apply for a competitive grant with Big Picture Learning
• Meeting was held virtually via Google Meet with no in-person option
• Closed session called for legal actions, hiring/firing, and personnel records
• All board members present except Rob Riti for the initial vote

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with public comments, a recognition of a student, and approval of consent items including minutes from past meetings, an addendum to personnel items, and a gift donation to Claymont Elementary.

• Recognition of South High student Carly Lammlein with the Superintendent Character Award.
• Approval of addendum to personnel items (HR Board Materials).
• Approval of a gift donation to Claymont Elementary from the PTO.

The Board of Education approved a consent agenda including insurance membership, financial statements, and personnel items. The board also extended a real estate services contract with CBRE, Inc.

• Approved membership in Missouri United School Insurance Council (MUSIC) for 2025 at a cost of $4,262,023 (7-0)
• Approved extension of real estate agent services with CBRE, Inc from January 19, 2025 to March 31, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved August, September, and October 2024 financial statements (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for employment, assignment, and channel changes (7-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 final Annual Secretary of the Board Report (7-0)
• Approved checks, wire transfers, and payroll disbursements (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting - Closed Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education held a special closed meeting on December 9, 2024, to enter a closed session under Missouri law. The closed session was called to discuss litigation, employee hiring/discipline, labor negotiations, and personnel records. No public actions or decisions were taken during the open portion.

• Board voted unanimously to enter closed session citing four exemptions under RSMo. 610.021 for legal actions, employee matters, negotiations, and personnel records

The Board of Education convened a special closed meeting to discuss legal actions, employee personnel matters, and contract negotiations. No substantive public decisions were recorded in these minutes.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved call for Closed Session to discuss litigation, employee discipline/hiring, contract negotiations, and personnel records

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting - Closed Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education held a special closed meeting on December 2, 2024. The only substantive action was a vote to enter closed session to discuss legal actions, litigation, employee hiring/firing, and personnel records. No public decisions or discussions occurred on other topics.

• Closed session called to discuss legal actions and litigation (610.021.1)
• Closed session called to discuss hiring, firing, disciplining employees (610.021.3)
• Closed session called to discuss individually identifiable personnel records (610.021.13)
• Motion to enter closed session carried 6-0 (one member not present)

The board held a special closed meeting to discuss legal actions, litigation, and employee-related matters including hiring, firing, and personnel records. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved call for closed session to discuss legal actions and personnel records

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting - Closed Meeting

This special meeting of the Parkway Board of Education is entirely devoted to a closed session under Missouri law to discuss legal actions, litigation, employee hiring/firing/discipline, and confidential personnel records. The only substantive open item was an information item about Parkway North High School applying for a competitive grant from Big Picture Learning to support its Wayfinder Academies program.

• Board discussed Parkway North High School's application for a grant from Big Picture Learning to support competency-based learning and community partnerships (information item only).
• Board voted to approve the agenda for the special meeting.
• Board voted to enter closed session citing RSMo 610.021.1 (litigation), 610.021.3 (personnel actions), and 610.021.13 (personnel records).

The board convened a special meeting via videoconference to enter a closed session. No substantive decisions were recorded in the open portion of the meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved call for closed session to discuss legal actions and personnel matters

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting - Closed Meeting

The Board of Education met in a special closed session on November 19, 2024. The meeting was convened to discuss employee hiring, firing, disciplining, and promotion, as well as individually identifiable personnel records.

• Closed session regarding hiring, firing, disciplining or promoting of particular employees
• Closed session regarding individually identifiable personnel records and performance ratings

The Board of Education met for a special closed session to discuss employee hiring, firing, disciplining, and promoting, as well as personnel records. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved call for closed session to discuss personnel matters (6-0)
• Adjourned the meeting

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting - Closed Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education held a special closed meeting at EducationPlus on November 18, 2024. The board voted unanimously to enter a closed session to discuss hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting employees and individually identifiable personnel records, as allowed under Missouri law. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Board called a closed session under Missouri statute 610.021.3 (hiring/firing/discipline/promotion of employees) and 610.021.13 (personnel records).

The board held a special closed meeting to discuss employee hiring, firing, disciplining, and personnel records. No substantive public decisions were recorded beyond the approval of the agenda and the call for the closed session.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved call for closed session to discuss employee personnel and records

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education will hold a regular meeting including recognitions of National Merit students, public comments, and action items. The board already approved a closed session for personnel and legal matters. Action items include approval of personnel changes, renewal of the InterviewStream contract, and a resolution for the sale and issuance of general obligation refunding bonds for Series 2015B.

• Recognition of 22 National Merit Commended students and 23 Semifinalists from district high schools
• Recognition of four students for St. Louis County Outstanding Leadership Award
• Approval of personnel items via addendum (item 11.10)
• Approval of resolution for sale and issuance of General Obligation Refunding Bonds for Series 2015B (item 11.15)
• Approval of renewal of InterviewStream contract for one year (item 11.33)

The Board announced it cannot move forward with the planned early childhood center on Wren Avenue due to traffic concerns and a lack of alternative sites. A South Area Early Childhood Workgroup has been formed to find immediate solutions, and long-term strategy will be guided by the Facilities 2050 planning process. The board also approved several consent items, including public donations to elementary schools.

• Approved $10,000 classroom furniture donation to Barretts Elementary (6-0)
• Approved $13,696 donation from Claymont Elementary PTO for a new marquee (6-0)
• Approved agenda for November 13, 2024 meeting (6-0)
• Approved various meeting minutes from October and November (6-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed session for personnel and legal matters (6-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting - Student Advisory Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education held a special meeting for a student advisory session. The agenda included only procedural items and a discussion of the Board of Education Student Advisory Meeting. No specific decisions or fiscal actions were taken.

• Board of Education Student Advisory Meeting discussion (agenda item 4.01)

The Board of Education met with approximately 18 students to discuss cell phone use in schools. Feedback from the session will be used by the district's cell phone study committee to review policies and procedures.

• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (6-0)

Parkway Board of Education Discipline Hearing/Closed Session

The Board of Education met to conduct a closed session. The board discussed scholastic probation, expulsion, or graduation of identifiable individuals and records protected from disclosure by law.

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

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

• Approved the November 11, 2024 agenda (5-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed session for student probation, expulsion, and protected records (5-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting - Closed Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education held a special closed meeting to discuss employee hiring, firing, discipline, and personnel records. The board voted unanimously to enter closed session under Missouri statutes 610.021.3 and 610.021.13. No other business was conducted.

• Unanimous vote to enter closed session for considering employee hiring, firing, discipline, and personal information (610.021.3)
• Unanimous vote to enter closed session for discussing individually identifiable personnel records (610.021.13)

The Board of Education convened a special closed meeting to discuss employee hiring, firing, disciplining, and personnel records. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

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

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting - Closed Meeting

This special meeting is entirely closed to the public, with the board voting to enter a closed session to discuss hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting particular employees, as well as individually identifiable personnel records. The agenda includes procedural items like call to order, roll call, and approval of the agenda, but no public business is scheduled.

• Motion carried to call a closed session under Missouri law 610.021.3 and 610.021.13 for personnel discussions
• Discussion will cover hiring, firing, disciplining or promoting of particular employees
• Closed session will also consider individually identifiable personnel records or performance ratings
• Meeting location: Sixth Floor Conference Room, 130 S. Bemiston Avenue, Clayton, MO

The board convened a special closed meeting to discuss employee hiring, firing, disciplining, promoting, and personnel records. No substantive public decisions were recorded beyond procedural motions.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved call for closed session to discuss personnel and employee records

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting - Closed Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education held a special closed meeting on November 4, 2024, at the Parkway Welcome Center in Ballwin. The board voted to enter closed session to discuss ongoing legal actions and confidential communications with attorneys. This agenda contains only procedural steps and closed-session authorization, with no substantive decisions or case details made public.

• Closed session authorized for legal actions and attorney-client privilege discussions
• Board approved the November 4 agenda by motion
• Meeting adjourned after closed session concluded

The board approved the meeting agenda and entered a closed session to discuss legal actions, causes of action, or litigation involving the district. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved the November 4, 2024 agenda
• Approved call for Closed Session to consider legal actions and litigation (5-0)

Student Services Board Subcommittee Meeting

The Student Services Board Subcommittee will discuss updates on the district's Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) survey, as well as the Comprehensive Student Threat Assessment Guide (CSTAG) and safety protocols for the school year. The meeting is informational, with no votes scheduled.

• Update on SEL survey and MTSS progress
• Update on CSTAG/safety protocols now in place for the school year
• Attendance includes Assistant Superintendent of Student Services, Director of Social-Emotional Support Services, Coordinator of Counseling and Character Education, and Coordinator of Student Discipline
• Next meeting scheduled for Thursday, February 12, 2025 at 11:00 am

The subcommittee received updates on the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) surveys. The board also reviewed the Comprehensive Student Threat Assessment Guide (CSTAG) and safety protocols. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Operations/HR Board Subcommittee Meeting

The Operations/HR Board Subcommittee will hold a videoconference meeting to review operational and human resources updates. Agenda items include discussions on playground updates, bus GPS tracking, cybersecurity, and finance/purchasing evaluations. The agenda lists all items as discussion and information topics, with no votes or decisions scheduled. The next meeting date is currently undetermined.

• Targeted program evaluation for finance and purchasing
• Updates on playground improvements
• Human resources and chief financial officer updates
• Cybersecurity and bus GPS tracking discussions
• Meeting format changed to a videoconference starting at 3 p.m.

The subcommittee met via videoconference to receive reports on purchasing workflows, playground construction, and HR staffing. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the meeting.

• No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion and information only

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

This special meeting primarily consists of a closed session for legal matters and approval of a consent agenda including several contracts. Items include approval of a five-year bond counsel services contract with Gilmore & Bell P.C. for $208,750 annually, a $300,000 annual authorization increase for SCI Engineering for geotechnical testing, and acceptance of a telescope donation valued at $1,500. The board also approved a resolution for cooperation with St. Louis County Election Commissioners for elections from 2025 to 2030.

• Approval of five-year bond counsel contract with Gilmore & Bell P.C. for $208,750 per year (2025-2029)
• Authorization increase for SCI Engineering geotechnical testing to $300,000 per year through April 2028
• Approval of resolution for cooperation agreement with St. Louis County Board of Election Commissioners (2025-2030)
• Acceptance of telescope donation valued at $1,500 to Central High School
• Closed session for discussion of legal actions and litigation

The Board of Education approved several consent items, including a five-year contract for bond counsel services and a cooperation agreement with the St. Louis County Board of Election Commissioners. The board also accepted a telescope donation for Central High School and authorized funding for geotechnical engineering services.

• Approved bond counsel services from Gilmore & Bell P.C. for an estimated $208,750 annually (7-0)
• Approved cooperation agreement with St. Louis County Board of Election Commissioners (7-0)
• Accepted donation of Celetron NexStar Telescope (approx. $1,500) for Central High School (7-0)
• Approved one-year extension with SmartBen/Alight at an estimated cost of $145,000 (7-0)
• Approved contract extension with St. Louis Area Business Health Coalition through December 31, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved funding increase for SCI Engineering not to exceed $300,000 per fiscal year through April 20, 2028 (7-0)
• Approved Parkway North High School's participation in a competitive grant with Big Picture Learning (7-0)
• Called for Closed Session to consider legal actions and litigation (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The board voted to enter a closed session to discuss hiring, firing, and employee negotiations. In the open meeting at 7 p.m., they will hear an update on the superintendent search, approve a cooperation agreement with the St. Louis County Board of Election Commissioners for elections through 2030, and consider policy GCBQ on tutoring for pay. Public comments are scheduled, and consent items include approval of minutes and personnel actions.

• Closed session for personnel matters (hiring, firing, employee negotiations)
• Superintendent search update
• Cooperation agreement with St. Louis County Board of Election Commissioners for April 2025-2030 elections
• Policy GCBQ: Tutoring for Pay approval
• Addendum to personnel items (Item 11.07)

The Board of Education approved a series of consent items, including a three-year contract for preschool furniture and the 2025 employee benefit plan designs. The board also authorized the sale of general obligation refunding bonds and a cooperation agreement with the St. Louis County Board of Election Commissioners.

• Approved $600,000 contract with Community Playthings for Early Childhood Preschool Furniture (7-0)
• Approved 2025 Employee Benefit Plan designs, providers, and rates (7-0)
• Approved resolution for the sale of General Obligation Refunding Bonds (7-0)
• Approved cooperation agreement with St. Louis County Board of Election Commissioners for 2025-2030 elections (7-0)
• Approved $33,000 extension for Mercy Occupational Health for physicals and screenings (7-0)
• Approved Policy GCBQ: Tutoring for Pay (7-0)
• Approved Policy IGDF: School Sponsored Fundraising (7-0)
• Approved 2024-25 transportation bus routes (7-0)

Operations Board Subcommittee Meeting

The Operations Board Subcommittee will meet via videoconference to discuss program evaluations and administrative updates. The body is reviewing transportation and nutrition services, as well as human resources and medical plan rates.

• Targeted Program Evaluation: Transportation
• Targeted Program Evaluation: Nutrition Services
• HR updates
• Medical Rate/Plan updates

The subcommittee held a discussion-based meeting with no formal votes recorded. Members reviewed data on student bus behavior, HR staffing fill rates, and a proposal to increase medical plan contributions to address a reserve fund shortfall.

• Proposed 2% employee and 4% district contribution increase for 2025 medical plan
• Proposed adoption of EncircleRX for 2025 to manage GLP-1 prescription costs
• Proposed pilot for 6 floating Kelly substitute teachers across the district
• Scheduled preliminary Transportation Program Evaluation for Oct. 9 Board meeting

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Board of Education is conducting a tax rate hearing and a regular meeting to address district operations. The body is deciding on personnel items, retiree benefit plans, and vendor contracts.

• Tax Rate Hearing held at 6:30 p.m.
• Renewal of Mitel Support from CMS Solutions for a total of $97,957.34
• Approval of SSD Homebound Contract and Payments
• Acceptance of a buddy bench donation to Sorrento Springs Elementary valued between $600-$900
• Approval of 2025 Retiree Benefit Plan Designs and Providers

The Board of Education approved a resolution to issue General Obligation Refunding Bonds of approximately $17.025 million. Other approved actions included 2025 retiree benefit plans, musical instrument purchases, and a furniture contract with Color Art. The board also accepted a buddy bench donation for Sorrento Springs Elementary.

• Approved intent to issue General Obligation Refunding Bonds for Series 2015B (~$17,025,000) (7-0)
• Approved 2025 retiree benefit plan designs and providers (Aetna and Anthem) (7-0)
• Approved estimated $250,000 for musical instrument purchases from multiple vendors (7-0)
• Approved three-year contract with Color Art for office and classroom furniture (7-0)
• Approved $2,500 one-year corporate partnership contract with Slyman Bros (7-0)
• Approved extension of Bold Private Investigators through July 27, 2027 (7-0)
• Approved cost increase for Personal Assistance Services employee program (7-0)
• Accepted buddy bench donation ($600-$900) for Sorrento Springs Elementary (7-0)

Tax Rate Hearing

The Board of Education is discussing a recommended blended tax rate of up to $3.8673 for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The proposal includes a voluntary rollback of $0.1534 for the residential rate.

• Proposed blended tax rate of $3.8673
• Residential property tax rate proposal of $3.3654
• Agricultural property tax rate proposal of $4.6322
• Commercial property tax rate proposal of $5.1907
• Voluntary residential rollback estimated at $6,519,000 in revenue

The board held a hearing where the CFO proposed a blended tax rate up to $3.8673 for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. This rate would result in a projected net increase of approximately $54 for the average homeowner. No final board approval was made during this hearing; the recommendation is scheduled for approval at the regular board meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Proposed blended tax rate up to $3.8673 for 2024-2025 fiscal year
• Adjourned tax rate hearing (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education will hold a regular meeting including a closed session for legal and personnel matters. In open session, the board will vote on a consent agenda approving minutes and personnel items, and consider a memorandum of understanding with the Special School District of St. Louis County and a letter of agreement with Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates for a superintendent search. The meeting also includes recognitions from the American Heart Association and St. Louis County, public comments, and a superintendent search update.

• Approval of Memorandum of Understanding between Parkway School District and Special School District of St. Louis County
• Approval of Letter of Agreement with Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates for superintendent search
• Personnel items as part of consent agenda
• St. Louis County's presentation of a resolution to Dr. Marty
• Tax Rate Hearing scheduled for September 25, 2024 at 6:30 p.m.

The Board approved a series of consent items, including multiple sets of meeting minutes and personnel recommendations. The Board also accepted several monetary and equipment donations for various district schools and technology services.

• Approved consent item agenda for September 11, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from August 5, 7, 20, 22, 28, and September 4, 2024 (6-0)
• Accepted $7,359.96 donation from Pierremont Elementary PTO for gym audio system (6-0)
• Accepted $7,200 donation from Green Trails PTO for professional development subs (6-0)
• Accepted $1,500 donation from Barretts PTO (6-0)
• Accepted $1,385.28 donation from Central Middle PTO for field trip bus costs (6-0)
• Accepted $2,160 donation of 100 keyboards and 100 mice from General Dynamic Information Technology (6-0)
• Accepted $2,200 donation from Mason Ridge Girl Scout Troop for a water station (6-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education is holding a special meeting to discuss the superintendent search process with representatives from Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates (HYA). The board will review the overall search process and begin calendar planning. No formal votes on policy or expenditures are scheduled; the agenda is primarily procedural.

• Work session with superintendent search firm HYA to review process and calendar
• Approval of agenda for September 4, 2024 special meeting (unanimous)
• Roll call of board members (Kevin Seltzer not present for vote)
• Call for closed session: none
• Adjournment motion carried unanimously

The Board of Education conducted a work session with the HYA search team to provide feedback on the timeline and process for searching for a new superintendent. No other substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Conducted work session with HYA search team regarding superintendent search process

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education approved a contract with Hazard Young Attea Associates for up to $46,950 to lead the superintendent search. The board also approved the meeting agenda and adjourned. No closed session was called.

• Approved superintendent search firm Hazard Young Attea Associates at cost not to exceed $46,950
• Board evaluated proposals from multiple vendors for RFP #25-01
• No closed session was called

The Board of Education approved a proposal for a firm to lead the district's search for a new superintendent. The contract amount is estimated not to exceed $46,950.

• Approved proposal for Hazard Young Attea Associates to lead superintendent search for amount not to exceed $46,950 (7-0)

Teaching, Learning and Accountability Board Subcommittee Meeting

The Teaching, Learning and Accountability Board Subcommittee will discuss a three-year plan to move Parkway's curriculum to a competency-based approach and hear an overview of planned evaluations for Fine Arts (performing arts) and World Languages. No votes or decisions are scheduled; items are for discussion and information only.

• Preliminary conversation on 2024-2025 program evaluations for Fine Arts and World Languages
• Discussion of three-year strategic plan for curriculum revisions toward competency-based learning
• Board members may generate questions to be presented to the full Board of Education in September
• Next scheduled meeting to be determined

The subcommittee reviewed preliminary program evaluation plans for Performing Arts and World Languages. Members also discussed a new three-year district-wide curriculum revision process. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

This special meeting of the Parkway Board of Education is primarily a work session to interview firms for the superintendent search. Other items are procedural: call to order, roll call, approval of agenda, and adjournment. No closed session is called. No votes on policy or contracts are scheduled.

• Work session: interviews with superintendent search firms (discussion/information item)
• Approval of the August 20, 2024 special meeting agenda (passed 6-0)
• No closed session called
• Meeting adjourned after work session

The Board of Education conducted a work session to interview representatives from three search firms. No other substantive policy or financial decisions were made during the meeting.

• Conducted interviews with BWP & Associates, Ray & Associates, and HYA & Associates
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and a consent agenda of routine items. The board also voted to hold a closed session to discuss legal matters and personnel issues.

• Closed session to discuss legal actions and personnel matters
• Approval of consent agenda for routine items
• Introduction of new administrators for the 2024-25 school year
• Corporate partnership with Kona Ice proposed
• Corporate partnership with Dougherty Orthodontics proposed

The Board approved a series of consent items including personnel recommendations, financial statements, and several public donations. The board also accepted a $20,000 bid for awards and trophies and extended contracts for paper towels and bathroom tissue.

• Approved $8,000 donation from South Middle PTO for basketball hoops (7-0)
• Approved $25,000 donation from West High PTO for campus projects (7-0)
• Approved $3,400 donation from Henry PTO for gym blinds (7-0)
• Approved $1,250 donation from Facilities Department to Parkway Food Pantry (7-0)
• Approved $20,000 annual contract with Carrollton Specialty Products Co. for awards and trophies (7-0)
• Approved three-month extension for paper towels and bathroom tissue estimated at $33,750 (7-0)
• Approved Board Policy BBFA.BP regarding Board Member Conflict of Interest and Financial Disclosure (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for certified and operations employment (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education held a special meeting primarily to discuss request for proposals (RFPs) for a superintendent search. The agenda also included procedural items such as call to order, roll call, agenda approval, and adjournment.

• Work session on Superintendent Search RFPs

The Board of Education reviewed requests for proposals for a superintendent search. The board decided to invite the top three ranked firms to in-person interviews on August 20.

• Selected BWP & Associates, Ray & Associates, and Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates for in-person interviews
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education voted to approve a consent agenda including a $397,050 contract with YMCA of the Ozarks for sixth-grade outdoor school, a $60,000 collaboration with Equal Opportunity Schools, and a three-year $180,000/year SRO agreement with Manchester. The board also reinstated policy GBEBE.BP on electronic use and held a closed session for personnel matters.

• Approved contract with YMCA of the Ozarks for 6th Grade Outdoor School not to exceed $397,050
• Approved collaboration agreement with Equal Opportunity Schools for $60,000 plus up to $3,500 travel
• Approved three-year SRO service agreement with City of Manchester at $180,000 per year
• Approved reinstatement of board policy GBEBE.BP, Electronic Use
• Approved personnel items including certified and operations employment changes

The Board of Education approved a series of consent items including student services, technology, and facility contracts. Key approvals included a contract for 6th grade outdoor school and a multi-year SRO service agreement with the City of Manchester.

• Approved 6th Grade Outdoor School contract at YMCA of the Ozarks not to exceed $397,050 (7-0)
• Approved $60,000 collaboration agreement with Equal Opportunity Schools for 2024-2025 (7-0)
• Approved purchase of Panorama’s Social-Emotional Learning Assessment for estimated $52,250 (7-0)
• Approved managed technology services with ConvergeOne and InterVision for estimated $120,000 (7-0)
• Approved City of Manchester SRO Service Agreement from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027 (7-0)
• Approved beverage vending services contract with Compass Group USA, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved reinstatement of board policy GBEBE.BP, Electronic Use (7-0)
• Approved certified and operations employment and channel changes (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education first convened in closed session to discuss legal actions, employee matters, competitive bidding, and personnel records. The open session at 7 p.m. will include special recognitions of students, public comments, and approval of consent items including minutes and personnel items.

• Closed session approved for legal actions, litigation, employee hiring/firing, competitive bidding, and personnel records
• Recognition of eight students with perfect ACT scores: Jayden Keean Choe, William Gonsior, Gavin Hughes, Jemuel Lee, Grace Li, Zeidan Reza, Eric Lipsutz, Samuel Lipsutz
• Recognition of state sports champions including Norah Rutowski, Alayana Henage, Skyee Lee, Josephine Portell, Uyoroghene Omunu
• Approval of consent items including personnel items via addendum
• Superintendent search update provided as information

The Board of Education approved several consent items, including a significant fund transfer and a food service contract renewal. The meeting included public comments regarding Hindi language learning and early childhood centers.

• Approved transfer of up to $5.7M from General Fund to Capital Projects Fund
• Approved renewal of Compass Group - Chartwells food service contract for 2024-2025
• Accepted $1,943.93 donation from Green Trails PTO for a laminating machine
• Approved revised 2024-25 Board of Education meeting calendar
• Approved April 2024 financial statements
• Approved personnel recommendations for employment and assignments
• Authorized Treasurer to release checks for district operations during months without board meetings
• Approved checks, wire transfers, and payroll disbursements

Parkway Board of Education Discipline Hearing/Closed Session

The Board of Education met to conduct a closed session. The board discussed scholastic probation, expulsion, or graduation of identifiable individuals and records protected from disclosure by law.

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

The Board of Education met to conduct a closed session regarding student discipline and protected records. No substantive decisions were recorded in the open session minutes.

• Approved the June 10, 2024 agenda (6-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss scholastic probation, expulsion, graduation of individuals, and protected records (6-0)

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 a closed session to consider personnel matters and student records.

• Closed session regarding employee hiring, firing, disciplining, or promotion
• Closed session regarding scholastic probation, expulsion, or graduation of individuals
• Closed session regarding individual personnel records and performance ratings

The board approved the agenda and entered a closed session to discuss personnel matters, including hiring, firing, disciplining, and student records. No substantive decisions were recorded in the open session minutes.

• Approved the June 4, 2024 agenda (4-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed session for personnel and student records (4-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting/Closed Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education held a special meeting that consisted solely of procedural items before entering closed session. The board approved the agenda and then voted to go into closed session to discuss litigation, employee hiring/firing, personnel records, and other confidential matters. No public action was taken on substantive items.

• Call for closed session under §610.021 to discuss legal actions, employee personnel, and confidential records

The board approved the meeting agenda and entered a closed session to discuss legal actions, personnel matters, and records protected by law. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

• Approved the May 24, 2024 agenda (5-0)
• Approved call for Closed Session to discuss litigation, employee status, personnel records, and protected records (5-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education will hold a regular meeting after a closed session for legal and personnel matters. They will recognize student achievements and vote on two action items: a one-year extension of the Kelly Education staffing rate plan and a $753,626.70 purchase of science resources for middle schools.

• Approval of one-year extension of Kelly Education staffing rate plan, effective August 2024
• Approval of $753,626.70 purchase of Activate Learning science kits, microscopes, tablets, and probeware for middle schools
• Closed session for legal actions, employee matters, and personnel records

The Board of Education approved a series of consent items, including several personnel and health policies and the acceptance of election results. The board also approved $103,511.73 for EducationPlus dues and accepted a $11,034 donation for Central Middle School.

• Approved 2024-25 EducationPlus Dues of $103,511.73 (6-0)
• Accepted $11,034 donation from PCMS PTO for Central Middle School (6-0)
• Approved policy GBA.BP Exempt and Nonexempt Employees (6-0)
• Approved policy GBBDA.BP Family and Medical Leave (6-0)
• Approved policy GBE.BP Staff Health and Safety (6-0)
• Approved policy HA.BP Negotiations with Employee Representatives (6-0)
• Approved Section K policies (6-0)
• Accepted April 2, 2024 certified election results from St. Louis County (6-0)

Parkway Board of Education Discipline Hearing/Closed Session

The Board of Education met in a closed session to discuss student discipline and protected records. The meeting focused on scholastic probation, expulsion, or graduation of identifiable individuals.

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

The board 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 May 13, 2024 agenda (5-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed session for student discipline and protected records (5-0)

CANCELED!! Student Services Board Subcommittee Meeting

This meeting of the Parkway School District Student Services Board Subcommittee was cancelled. The agenda items that would have been discussed include elementary school counseling, special education staffing, and a student threat assessment update.

• CANCELED meeting — no decisions or discussions occurred
• Would have covered elementary school counseling and special education staffing
• Would have included a student threat assessment update on CSTAG model implementation

Project Parkway Steering Committee Meeting

The Project Parkway Steering Committee will meet to continue drafting and reviewing a proposed five-year strategic plan, including goals, strategies, objectives, and action steps. The completed draft is scheduled for presentation to the Board of Education at the May 15 regular board meeting. The meeting also includes welcome, attendance, and closing items.

• Continue to draft and review proposed five-year strategic plan (goals, strategies, objectives, action steps) before May 15 board presentation

The Project Parkway Steering Committee reviewed the latest draft of the five-year strategic plan and provided feedback. A revised draft is scheduled for presentation to the Board of Education on May 15, with final approval consideration expected in June.

• Reviewed draft five-year strategic plan and provided input

Parkway Board of Education Workshop

The Parkway Board of Education approved several consent items, including facility contracts and a nursing requirement waiver. The board also scheduled a closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Contract awarded to Byrne and Jones Construction for $837,575 to renovate tennis courts at Parkway South High School
• Approval of a $201,196.56 change order for Poettker Construction to replace the asphalt bus loop and sidewalks at Hanna Woods
• Four-year contract with SCI Engineering for $125,000 per year for geotechnical and inspection services
• MOU to waive BSN requirement for 2024 summer school nursing candidates, allowing RNs to be hired
• Acceptance of a $2,000 donation from World Wide Technology for the Spark! Program

The Board of Education approved several consent items, including facility renovations and a nursing MOU. Members also reviewed draft strategies for the Project Parkway 3.0 strategic plan and received updates on state legislation.

• Approved $837,575 contract for tennis court renovations at South High School (5-0)
• Approved $2,027,605 Poettker GMP Amendment #7 for Sorrento Springs Elementary sanitary sewer and playgrounds (5-0)
• Approved $201,196.546 change order for Poettker Construction at Hanna Woods (5-0)
• Approved 4-year contract with SCI Engineering for geotechnical and inspection services at $125,00 per year (5-0)
• Accepted $2,000 donation from World Wide Technology STEM Forum for Spark! Program (5-0)
• Approved MOU between Parkway Nurses Association and Parkway Board of Education (5-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for employment and assignments (5-0)
• Approved entry into Closed Session for personnel matters (5-0)

Parkway Board of Education Closed Session

The Parkway Board of Education is holding a closed session to discuss legal actions, employee hiring and discipline, and personnel records. The agenda includes only procedural items such as call to order, approval of the agenda, and adjournment. No public decisions or fiscal actions are scheduled.

• Closed session called under Missouri law for legal actions/litigation, employee hiring/discipline, and personnel records
• Agenda includes only routine administrative items: roll call, agenda approval, and adjournment
• Meeting held at Parkway Welcome Center, 760 Woods Mill Road, Ballwin, MO

The board met in a closed session to discuss litigation and employee-related matters. No substantive public decisions were recorded in these minutes.

• Approved agenda for the April 11, 2024 Closed Session
• Approved motion to enter Closed Session to discuss legal actions, employee discipline, and personnel records

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The board will consider approving a Charter internet upgrade from 5Gbps to 10Gbps, increasing monthly cost to $4,400, and a $722,681 construction contract for administrative center site improvements. Recognitions include a National Distinguished Principal and Energy Star awards for 16 schools. Public comments and consent agenda items are also on the docket.

• Approval of Charter internet service upgrade to 10Gbps at an additional $1,200/month ($4,400 total)
• Poettker Construction GMP Amendment #6 for $634,841.07 ($722,681 total potential cost) for administrative center site improvements and sanitary sewer replacement at Sorrento Springs Elementary
• Recognition of Dr. Nathan Burch, Claymont Elementary principal, as 2024 Missouri National Distinguished Principal
• Energy Star awards for 16 Parkway schools: Highcroft Ridge, North High, Craig, Sorrento Springs, Pierremont, Green Trails, Wren Hollow, Southwest Middle, Henry, Central Middle, Northeast Middle, River Bend, McKelvey Elem, Carman Trails, Bellerive, McKelvey Primary
• Recognition of Andrew Son as MSBA regional scholarship winner ($1,000)

The Board of Education approved a series of consent items, including spring budget adjustments totaling $355,479,234 across all funds. The board also accepted several public donations and approved updates to personnel and district policies.

• Approved spring budget adjustments with total expenditures of $355,479,234 (7-0)
• Approved Policy GBEA.BP Workers' Compensation (7-0)
• Approved Policy IKE.BP Promotion, Acceleration, and Retention of Students (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for employment, re-employment, and assignment changes (7-0)
• Accepted $1,000 donation to Northeast Middle from Esses Estates (7-0)
• Accepted $1,000 donation to South High's Day of Service from Manchester UMC Men (7-0)
• Accepted donation of trash cans and picnic tables valued at $6,385 for Barretts Elementary (7-0)
• Approved checks, wire transfers, and payroll disbursements (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Organizational Meeting

The board is meeting to canvass the annual school board election results, confirming the re-election of Matthew Schindler and Kevin Seltzer. They will administer oaths of office and then elect board officers for the coming year, including president, vice-president, secretary, treasurer, MSBA delegate, and custodian of records. The meeting also includes procedural items like approving the agenda and adjournment.

• Canvass of school board election results confirming re-election of Matthew Schindler and Kevin Seltzer
• Oath of office administered to re-elected members
• Jeff Todd elected board president
• Deborah Hopper elected vice-president
• Appointments to secretary, treasurer, MSBA delegate, and custodian of records

The board installed newly elected members Matthew Schindler and Kevin Seltzer. The board also elected its officers and appointed officials for the 2024-2025 term.

• Installed Matthew Schindler and Kevin Seltzer to the Board of Education
• 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 Treasurer through June 30, 2024, and Carrie Nunn starting July 1, 2024 (7-0)
• Appointed Jeff Todd as MSBA Delegate and Matthew Schindler as Alternate Delegate (7-0)
• Appointed Elisa Tomich as Custodian of Records (7-0)

Project Parkway Steering Committee Meeting

The Project Parkway Steering Committee will review data from the ThoughtExchange community engagement tool and work on a draft Strategic Plan to present to the Board of Education on April 20. This is a discussion and information item with no final decisions expected.

• Review data from ThoughtExchange community engagement
• Draft a Strategic Plan for the Board of Education workshop on April 20

The committee reviewed data from internal and external stakeholders collected via ThoughtExchange regarding Project Parkway 3.0. Members began drafting the organization and objectives for the strategic plan. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded.

• Reviewed Project Parkway 3.0 community data
• Drafted initial strategic plan objectives and outline

Parkway Board of Education Discipline Hearing/Closed Session

The Parkway Board of Education held a discipline hearing and voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss scholastic probation, expulsion, or graduation of identifiable individuals and records protected from disclosure by law. The meeting began with the pledge of allegiance, roll call, and approval of the agenda before moving to the closed session.

• Board voted 5-0 to go into closed session under Mo. Rev. Stat. § 610.021(6) (student discipline records) and § 610.021(14) (protected records).
• Meeting convened at Parkway Administrative Center Board Room, 455 North Woods Mill Road, Chesterfield, MO.
• Roll call included seven board members; two members not present for the closed session vote.
• Discipline hearing was the sole substantive item; no public discussion of individual cases occurred.

The Board of Education met for a discipline hearing and entered a closed session to discuss individual student records and probation, expulsion, or graduation. No substantive decisions were recorded in the open session minutes.

• Approved agenda for April 3, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed session for student discipline and protected records (5-0)
• Approved adjournment of meeting (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The board approved a closed session to discuss personnel matters (hiring, firing, employee records). In open session, they will recognize Teachers of the Year from each building, present the Superintendent Character Award to North High students, and hear a report on five candidates who filed for two open board seats (election April 2, 2024). The consent agenda, including meeting minutes, will also be approved.

• Closed session for personnel matters (hiring, firing, employee records) under Missouri law 610.021.3 and .13
• Recognition of Teachers of the Year from each Parkway school, honored at the meeting
• Superintendent Character Award presented to North High students Jordan Morgens-Clark, Sam Boydston, Cameron Frierson
• Five candidates filed for two Board of Education seats: Matthew Schindler, Kevin Seltzer, Todd Williams, Stacey L. Myton, John Tettinger (election April 2, 2024)
• Approval of consent agenda including minutes from February 2024 Project Parkway Steering Committee meetings

The Board of Education approved the 2025-26 academic calendar and employment agreements for the Parkway Nurses Association and Parkway United Maintenance Association. The board also accepted $7,000 in donations for South High's Day of Service. Seventeen residents provided public comment regarding an Early Childhood Center proposal and Wren Field use.

• Approved 2025-26 proposed academic calendar (7-0)
• Approved Parkway Nurses Association Agreement for July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2027 (7-0)
• Approved Parkway United Maintenance Association Agreement for July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025 (7-0)
• Accepted $5,000 donation to South High's Day of Service from City of Manchester (7-0)
• Accepted $1,000 donation to South High's Day of Service from Design Aire, Inc. (7-0)
• Accepted $1,000 donation to South High's Day of Service from Kevin McGowan Auto Trim Restyling, LLC. (7-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for employment, re-employment, and assignment changes (7-0)
• Approved checks, wire transfers, and payroll disbursements (7-0)

Parkway Board of Education Special Meeting/Closed Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education held a special meeting and voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss legal actions, employee hiring/firing, and negotiations with employee groups. The open session consisted only of procedural items: call to order, roll call, agenda approval, and adjournment.

• Board voted to enter closed session under MO statutes 610.021.1 (legal actions), .3 (employee discipline), .9 (negotiations), and .13 (personnel records)
• Motion carried 6-0 with Kevin Seltzer not present

The board approved the meeting agenda and voted to enter a closed session. The closed session was held to discuss legal actions, employee personnel matters, and negotiations with employee groups. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

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

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

Four school districts are meeting for a joint legislative breakfast. The agenda consists of remarks from superintendents and legislators, followed by an open discussion of legislative issues.

• Superintendents' remarks from Dr. Keith Marty, Dr. Barry Nelson, Dr. Curtis Cain, and Dr. Michael Maclin
• Legislators' remarks
• Open discussion of legislative issues

Representatives from Parkway, Pattonville, Rockwood, and Special School Districts met with state and local legislators. The meeting consisted of introductory remarks and discussions regarding current legislative bills and pending legislation involving public education. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.

Parkway Board of Education - Project Parkway Community Meeting

The Parkway Board of Education is hosting a community meeting to gather public input on the district's five-year strategic plan. The meeting includes procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and agenda approval. The primary discussion item is a review and feedback session on the strategic plan.

• 4.02 Review and Feedback on the District's Five-year Strategic Plan (discussion/information)

The board approved the meeting agenda and reviewed five emerging themes for the district's five-year strategic plan. No final decisions were made on the strategic plan, which is scheduled for board presentation in May or June.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)

Operations Board Subcommittee Meeting

The Operations Board Subcommittee is meeting to receive updates on several district initiatives. The session includes discussions on bond projects and staffing.

• GPS on School Buses update
• Early Childhood Center and Bond Project update
• Cyber Security and Bond Project update
• Staffing updates
• Exit surveys

The subcommittee received updates on transportation GPS, bond project spending, and cybersecurity measures. No formal votes were taken; the meeting consisted of informational presentations and discussions.

• No substantive decisions were made; meeting was for information and discussion

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

The Parkway Board of Education held a special meeting at the Parkway Welcome Center on February 28, 2024. The board approved the agenda and then voted unanimously to enter a closed session under Missouri law 610.021.9 to prepare for negotiations with employee groups. The meeting adjourned immediately after the closed session.

• Closed session authorized for negotiations with employee groups (Mo. Rev. Stat. 610.021.9)
• Meeting held at Parkway Welcome Center, 760 Woods Mill Road, Ballwin

The Board of Education held a special meeting to enter 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 regarding employee group negotiations (5-0)

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The board will vote on a consent agenda including approval of personnel items (with addendum), acceptance of gifts for Central High, and a new contract for a student threat and suicide assessment management tool from Raptor Technologies. The meeting began with a closed session for legal and personnel matters. Five candidates have filed for two open board seats in the April 2 election.

• Approval of personnel items with addendum (Item 11.14)
• Acceptance of gifts from the public for Central High (Item 11.37)
• Approval of new contract with Raptor Technologies for StudentSafe threat assessment tool
• Recognition of 31 students for All-State Music honors
• Five candidates filed for two open board seats in April 2 election

The Board of Education approved a consent agenda that included several public donations and a resolution opposing open enrollment legislation. The board also approved minutes from five previous meetings and held a closed session to discuss legal and personnel matters.

• Approved Resolution Opposing Legislation Regarding Open Enrollment
• Accepted $4,000 donation from Mark Whittenburg and family for Parkway Food Pantry
• Accepted $1,500 donation from Raising Cane's for 70th Anniversary Staff Appreciation
• Accepted $3,000 donation from Parkway Alumni Association for 70th Anniversary Staff Appreciation
• Accepted $1,000 donation from PNEA for 70th Anniversary Staff Appreciation
• Accepted $1,000 donation from Manchestercares, Inc. for South High's Day of Service
• Accepted $2,950 donation from Henry Elementary PTO for a cafeteria sound system
• Approved the February 21, 2024 meeting agenda

Project Parkway Steering Committee Meeting

The committee will review data from the State of the District. This information will be used to start the foundational work for a five-year strategic plan.

• Review of State of the District data
• Development of the five-year strategic plan

The Project Parkway Steering Committee reviewed data from the January 31, 2024 State of the District. Members began dividing feedback into emerging themes to be presented at a community meeting on March 4.

• Reviewed State of the District data and began identifying emerging themes for the five-year strategic plan

Project Parkway Steering Committee Meeting

The committee is meeting to review data from the State of the District. This information will be used to start the development of a five-year strategic plan.

• Review of State of the District data
• Initial development of the five-year strategic plan

The Project Parkway Steering Committee reviewed data from the January 31, 2024 State of the District. Members began dividing feedback into emerging themes to be presented at a community meeting on March 4.

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

The Parkway Board of Education held a special meeting on February 7, 2024, primarily to call a closed session. The closed session was authorized under Missouri law for the purpose of considering preparations for negotiations with employee groups. The meeting consisted of procedural items and adjournment.

• Approved agenda for the special meeting
• Called closed session for employee group negotiations under RSMo 610.021.9

The Board of Education convened for a special meeting and entered a closed session. The session was held to discuss preparations and work product for negotiations with employee groups.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved call for closed session regarding employee group negotiations (4-0)

Student Services Board Subcommittee Meeting

This is a discussion-only meeting of the Parkway School District Student Services Board Subcommittee. Topics include staffing updates, the universal screener MTSS, the student wellness program, and Raptor student threat assessment software. No votes or decisions are on the agenda.

• Staffing Updates
• Universal Screener MTSS
• Student Wellness Program
• Raptor - Student Threat Assessment Software

The subcommittee held a meeting to review staffing updates and student wellness strategies. Members discussed the Universal Screener MTSS tiers and the use of Raptor student threat assessment software. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Parkway Board of Education - State of the District

This is the Parkway Board of Education's annual State of the District meeting, featuring the superintendent's address, updates on the district's current reality, and breakout sessions where students and staff lead discussions on meeting academic and social-emotional needs. Attendees have the opportunity to provide feedback on priorities for the next five years. No binding decisions or votes on policy or spending are scheduled.

• Superintendent's address on the state of the district
• Updates on Parkway's current reality
• School/district showcase with breakout sessions led by students and staff
• Public feedback opportunity on priorities for the next five years

Parkway Board of Education Regular Meeting

The board will first meet in closed session to discuss personnel and negotiations. In open session, it will consider an emergency replacement of boiler #4 at Central High by Integrated Facility Services at a cost not to exceed $140,000, funded from 2022 bond proceeds. The board will also recognize national board certified nurses and teachers, and note that five candidates have filed for two open board seats in the April 2, 2024 election.

• Emergency replacement of boiler #4 at Central High with two Lochinvar boilers by Integrated Facility Services, not to exceed $140,000 (item 7.02)
• Recognition of National Board Certified Nurses and Teachers (items 6.01, 6.02)
• Student Threat & Suicide Assessment Management Tool pulled from agenda (item 7.03)
• Board candidate filing: five candidates for two open seats, election April 2, 2024 (item 10.03)
• Closed session for personnel and negotiations (item 3.01)

The Board of Education approved the 2024-25 meeting calendar and several personnel and compensation policies. The board also accepted multiple public donations for school pantries, lunch accounts, and classroom projects. A closed session was held to discuss personnel and employee negotiations.

• Approved 2024-25 Board of Education Meeting Calendar
• Approved GBAA.BP Staff Extra-Duty Assignments
• Approved GCBA.BP Professional Staff Compensation
• Accepted $2,003.14 donation from Holy Cross Lutheran Church to Parkway Food Pantry
• Accepted $1,045.00 donation from West High Staff for student lunch accounts
• Accepted $1,300 from Alter Trading Company and $2,200 from Otto Orthodontics for Central High dance marathon
• Accepted $5,000 donation from Claymont Elementary PTO for classroom projects
• Approved motion to enter Closed Session for personnel and negotiations

Parkway Board of Education Discipline Hearing/Closed Session

The Parkway Board of Education held a brief open session and then unanimously voted to enter closed session to discuss student disciplinary matters, including scholastic probation, expulsion, and graduation of identifiable individuals, as well as records protected from disclosure by law. The meeting was purely procedural with no public decisions on specific cases.

• Board voted to go into closed session under MO Rev. Stat. § 610.021(6) and (14) to discuss student discipline and protected records.
• No specific student names or outcomes were disclosed during the open portion.

The Board of Education met for a discipline hearing and closed session. The meeting was primarily procedural, with the board voting to enter a closed session to discuss student records and probation, expulsion, or graduation of identifiable individuals.

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

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

The Parkway Board of Education held a special meeting with procedural actions only: approval of agenda and a call for closed session. The board voted to enter closed session to discuss preparation for negotiations with employee groups.

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

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 January 4, 2024 agenda (4-0)
• Approved call for Closed Session to discuss employee group negotiations (4-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (6-0)