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Oklahoma City Public Schools public meetings in 2021

19 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 6, 2021

Regular (Business) Meeting of the OKCPS Board of Education

Board to consider $8 million bond issuance for OKCPS

The OKCPS Board of Education will adopt the meeting agenda, hear public comments, receive a superintendent update on operations, and discuss a resolution to issue $8,000,000 in Combined Purpose General Obligation Bonds, Series 2022A. The bond resolution would authorize the district to levy an annual tax to pay principal and interest. No other actions are requested on the financial reports presented.

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✓ Decided: OKCPS Board approves $8 million in general obligation bonds

The Board of Education authorized the issuance of $8 million in Combined Purpose General Obligation Bonds, Series 2022A, and awarded the sale to Robert W. Baird & Co., Inc. The Board also approved updates to district policies and a series of consent agenda items including school facility renovations and athletic equipment purchases.

Mon Nov 15, 2021

Special (Work Session) Meeting of the OKCPS Board of Education

Board to discuss ESSER federal pandemic relief funds

This is a work session of the Oklahoma City Public Schools Board of Education. The board will hold a discussion on the use of ESSER (Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief) funds provided through the American Rescue Plan. No action will be taken at this meeting; it is for information only.

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✓ Decided: OKCPS Board holds work session on ESSER funds

The Board of Education held a work session to discuss ESSER funds. No substantive actions or decisions were taken during this meeting.

Mon Nov 8, 2021

Regular (Business) Meeting of the OKCPS Board of Education

Proposed 2-year school calendar presented for future board action

The OKCPS Board of Education is meeting for a regular business session. Items include reports on the bond committee, operations, policies, school activity funds, and financial services. The board will also receive information on a proposed 2-year school calendar for 2022-2024 and revised board policies, both of which are slated for future action.

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✓ Decided: Board authorizes 2022 school board election and updates policies

The Board of Education approved a resolution to authorize the 2022 board election and set the 2022 meeting schedule. Members also approved revisions to policies regarding record retention and bond planning. Additionally, the Board appointed two representatives to the School Bond Advisory Board and ratified several school equipment purchases via a consent agenda.

Wed Nov 3, 2021

Special Board Meeting - Hearing

Board held hearing, voted to terminate six teachers

The Oklahoma City Public Schools Board of Education held a special hearing on the Superintendent's recommendation to terminate the employment of six teachers: one non-continuing contract teacher and five certified career teachers. The board convened in executive session, then returned to open session and voted unanimously to adopt findings of fact, effectively approving the terminations.

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✓ Decided: Board adopts findings of fact in teacher termination hearings

The Board held a due process hearing regarding the Superintendent's recommendation to terminate six teachers. Following an executive session, the Board voted to adopt the findings of fact and conclusions of law number one and two.

Thu Oct 7, 2021

Special Mtg. of the OKCPS Board of Education

OKCPS board enters executive session, approves purchase order 4522003599

The board held a special meeting, entered executive session to discuss a pending claim (Case CJ-2018-6038) with legal counsel, then approved Purchase Order 4522003599 related to that claim in open session before adjourning.

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✓ Decided: OKCPS Board approves Purchase Order 4522003599

The Board of Education held a special meeting to discuss a pending court case in the District Court of Oklahoma County. Following an executive session, the Board approved a specific purchase order.

Mon Oct 4, 2021

Regular (Business) Meeting of the OKCPS Board of Education

Board to consider approving Foundation for OKCPS as scholarship donation recipient

The board will discuss and consider approving the Foundation for Oklahoma City Public Schools as an eligible foundation to accept donations under the Oklahoma Equal Opportunity Education Scholarship Act, effective Nov 1, 2021. The meeting also includes committee reports, financial updates, and public comments. Most items are procedural or informational, with one action item for the foundation approval.

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✓ Decided: Board renames Gatewood early childhood center and sets teacher termination hearings

The Board of Education approved the renaming of a facility at Gatewood and scheduled hearings for the recommended termination of five certified teachers. Other actions included approving a ground lease amendment for a tower site and designating a foundation to accept scholarship donations.

Mon Sep 13, 2021

Regular (Business) Meeting of the OKCPS Board of Education

Board to set hearing on teacher Branch Hague's termination

The OKCPS Board of Education will vote to set a date for a hearing on the superintendent's recommendation to terminate probationary teacher Branch Hague. The board will also discuss renaming the Early Childhood Education Center at Gatewood to the Sandy L. Garrett Center. Reports on dropout rates, school activity funds, and treasury updates are presented for information only.

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✓ Decided: Board sets hearing date for probationary teacher's termination recommendation

The Board of Education scheduled a hearing for November 3, 2021, regarding the recommended termination of probationary teacher Branch Hague. The Board also approved a comprehensive consent agenda covering academic purchases, career technology contracts, and athletic equipment.

Mon Aug 9, 2021

Regular (Business) Meeting of the OKCPS Board of Education

OKCPS board gives superintendent broad COVID-19 authority for 2021-22

The board unanimously approved delegating authority to Superintendent Sean McDaniel to make any adjustments to the 2021-2022 school year in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. It also adopted a resolution honoring outgoing CFO Jean Bostwick and waived informational appearances for two new policies on suicide awareness and lactation accommodations. Reports included a policies committee update and monthly financial reports on school activity funds and treasury balances.

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✓ Decided: Board grants Superintendent authority to adjust school year for COVID-19

The Board of Education delegated authority to the Superintendent to make necessary adjustments to the 2021-2022 school year in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Board also approved new policies regarding suicide awareness and accommodations for lactating employees.

Mon Jul 19, 2021

Special (Work Session) Meeting of the OKCPS Board of Education

OKCPS Board approves 508 out-of-district transfers, adopts policy revisions

The OKCPS Board of Education held a special work session and approved 508 out-of-district open transfer applications for the 2021-2022 school year. The Board also adopted revisions to Board Policy B-05 on internal organization and meetings, and adopted new Board Policy B-16 on decennial redistricting of school board districts. Both policies had been presented for a first reading at a previous meeting.

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✓ Decided: OKCPS Board adopts new decennial redistricting policy

The Board of Education approved a new policy for the decennial redistricting of school board districts. The board also revised policy B-05 regarding internal organization and meetings and approved confidential out-of-district transfer applications for 2021-2022.

Mon Jul 12, 2021

Regular (Business) Meeting of the OKCPS Board of Education

Board ratifies $21,032 wall demolition at Southeast Middle School

The OKCPS Board adopted its agenda, heard public comments, and received updates from the superintendent, policies committee, school activity fund, and treasury. It approved a confidential list of staff to serve as armed security personnel and ratified a $21,032.35 wall demolition project at Southeast Middle School using 2016 bond funds. The board also approved all items on the consent agenda covering multiple categories.

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✓ Decided: OKCPS Board approves armed security staff and various school projects

The Board of Education approved a list of certified staff to serve as armed security personnel. The Board also approved a comprehensive consent agenda covering academic licenses, facility repairs, and athletic equipment purchases.

Mon Jun 28, 2021

Regular (Business) Meeting of the OKCPS Board of Education

Board ratifies dance floor replacements at two middle schools

The board approved a consent agenda that included ratification of two dance floor replacement projects at Southeast and Webster Middle Schools, funded with $36,069.75 and $36,512.50 from 2016 bond funds. Public comments were heard, and the superintendent and policies committee gave reports.

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✓ Decided: OKCPS Board approves various academic curricula and facility projects

The Board of Education approved a consent agenda including several academic spending authorities for FY 2022 and facility improvements. The Board also authorized the Superintendent to lease the Edwards Building.

Mon Jun 7, 2021

Regular (Business) Meeting of the OKCPS Board of Education

Board approves lease agreement for Stanley Hupfeld Academy at Western Village

The board approved a lease agreement with Stanley Hupfeld Academy at Western Village for the property at 1508 NW 106th Street, effective July 1, 2021. The agenda also included first readings of proposed revisions to board policy B-05 (internal organization) and a new policy B-16 on decennial redistricting, both for information only with action expected at a future meeting. Reports on school activity fund balances, treasury, and financial services as of April 30, 2021, were presented for information.

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✓ Decided: Board approves lease and charter renewal for Stanley Hupfeld Academy

The Board of Education approved a lease agreement and a charter contract renewal for Stanley Hupfeld Academy at Western Village. Several lease amendments for Harding charter schools and various equipment purchases for district schools were also approved via the consent agenda.

Mon May 10, 2021

Regular (Business) Meeting of the OKCPS Board of Education

OKCPS board to denounce Oklahoma House Bill 1775

The Oklahoma City Public Schools Board of Education will hold a discussion and may take action to denounce Oklahoma House Bill 1775 of the 2021 Regular Session. The board will also consider approving a consent agenda covering multiple categories, including academics, financial services, and operations.

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✓ Decided: Board approves charter contract with Harding Independence Charter District

The Board of Education approved a five-year charter contract with Harding Independence Charter District. Members also voted to denounce Oklahoma House Bill 1775 and approved a broad consent agenda covering academic and facility items.

Mon Apr 26, 2021

Regular (Work Session) Meeting of the OKCPS Board of Education

Board discusses school resource officers, security

This is a work session of the Oklahoma City Public Schools Board of Education. The board will hold a discussion on school resource officers and district security officers. No action will be taken at this meeting; it is information only. The agenda also includes procedural items like call to order and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: OKCPS Board of Education holds work session on security officers

The Board held a work session to discuss school resource officers and district security officers. No substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

Mon Apr 12, 2021

Regular (Business) Meeting of the OKCPS Board of Education

Board elects Mark Mann as Vice Chairperson, approves officers for 2021-2022

The OKCPS Board of Education elected a Vice Chairperson and approved officers for the 2021-2022 term, including board clerk, encumbrance clerks, treasurer, and purchasing agent. The board also adopted resolutions honoring outgoing members Rebecca Budd and Charles Henry. Superintendent Sean McDaniel provided an update on district operations, including a presentation on the Northeast Legacy Project.

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✓ Decided: OKCPS Board elects officers and approves sale of Garden Oaks building

The Board of Education reorganized its leadership and adopted a new policy regarding law enforcement in schools. The board also approved the sale of a district building to a community foundation and ratified several school facility and equipment purchases.

Fri Apr 2, 2021

Special Mtg. of the OKCPS Board of Education

Board to discuss pending lawsuit CV-17-1330 in executive session

The Oklahoma City Public Schools Board of Education is holding a special meeting to discuss a pending claim or action (case CV-17-1330) with legal counsel. The board will first meet in executive session for confidential discussion, then reconvene in open session for possible action. The meeting is not livestreamed.

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✓ Decided: Board demands State Board of Education rescind charter school funding resolution

The Board adopted a resolution demanding the State Board of Education rescind a March 25, 2021, action to equalize funding between public schools and charter schools. The Board stated this action would illegally impact local tax revenues. The Superintendent and legal counsel are authorized to pursue further legal action.

Mon Mar 8, 2021

Special (Business) Meeting of the OKCPS Board of Education

Board to vote on policy revision for juvenile sex offender removal

The OKCPS Board of Education will consider approving a revision to Board Policy F-06 on removal of juvenile sex offenders. The board will also receive financial updates (school activity fund, treasury, financial services) and hear committee reports. An information item discusses a future charter contract renewal with Harding Independence Charter District.

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✓ Decided: OKCPS Board approves policy revisions and multiple school equipment purchases

The Board of Education approved revisions to three district policies regarding juvenile sex offenders, student health, and student supervision. The Board also passed a consent agenda that ratified various equipment purchases and facility repairs for multiple schools.

Tue Feb 16, 2021

Special, Virtual (Business) Meeting of the OKCPS Board of Education

OKCPS Board reviews policy revisions on sex offender removal, health, student supervision

The Oklahoma City Public Schools Board of Education held a virtual business meeting, adopting the agenda, hearing public comments, and receiving reports from the superintendent and committees. The board also received informational first readings of three policy revisions: F-06 on removal of juvenile sex offenders, F-07 on student health including 504 plans, and F-08 on student supervision. No action was taken on these policies; they will be considered at a future meeting. The board also accepted financial reports and a special business item (Accept the Fiscal Year 202...).

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✓ Decided: OKCPS Board of Education accepts Fiscal Year 2020 Audit Report

The Board of Education approved the Fiscal Year 2020 Audit Report and passed a comprehensive consent agenda. The consent agenda included various academic guides, school equipment purchases, and facility projects. Several board policies regarding student safety and health were discussed for future revision.

Mon Jan 11, 2021

Regular (Business) Meeting of the OKCPS Board of Education

OKCPS Board considers resolution honoring Dr. Melvin Todd

The Oklahoma City Public Schools Board of Education met to conduct regular business, including financial updates and recognition of board members. The meeting included a special item to adopt a resolution honoring Dr. Melvin Todd.

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✓ Decided: OKCPS Board approves consent agenda and resolution honoring Dr. Melvin Todd

The Board of Education adopted the meeting agenda and passed a resolution honoring Dr. Melvin Todd. The Board also approved a comprehensive consent agenda that ratified multiple purchases for school instruments, athletic equipment, and uniforms.