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Bentonville Public Schools   AR average (US Census ACS)
Population117,151
Per-capita income$57,243
Median home value$337,800

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Tue Jul 15, 2025

Board of Education Meeting

La junta revisa el saldo de fondos de $82.9 millones y aprueba autobuses sobrantes

La Junta Escolar de Bentonville considerará aprobar el informe financiero del año fiscal 2025, que muestra un saldo total de fondos de $82.9 millones, y declarar cinco autobuses como sobrantes. La junta también elegirá oficiales, administrará el juramento de cargo a los nuevos miembros Bill Akins y Rachel Nutt, y actuará sobre un orden del día de consentimiento que incluye actas, transferencias del distrito, Planes de Participación de Padres y Familias y adopción de materiales de instrucción.

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✓ Decidido: Bentonville School Board approves $630,000 property purchase

The Board authorized the purchase of 412 Tiger Boulevard for $630,000 to acquire a 0.47 acre lot. The board also elected new officers, approved student handbooks, and updated district policies for the 2025-2026 school year.

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Board of Education Meeting (Tuesday, July 15, 2025) Generated by Kimberly Ross on Wednesday, July 16, 2025   Meeting called to order at 5:30 p.m.   Members present: Willie Cowgur, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen, Bill Akins, Rachel Nutt   Administration present: Debbie Jones, Leslee Wright, Steve Vera, Don Hoover, Janet Schwanhausser, Tanya Sharp, Aaron Nickles, Jonathon Guthrie   Welcome/Call to Order/Pledge: (podcast 2:10) Vice President Jennifer Faddis called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.  Secretary Becky Guthrie called roll. All board members were present and there was a quorum.   Approve the agenda: (podcast 3:00) Motion by Willie Cowgur, second by Jeremy Farmer to approve the agenda as presented. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Willie Cowgur, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen, Bill Akins, Rachel Nutt   Oath of Office New Board Member / Conflict of Interest: (information) (podcast 3:25) Vice President Jennifer Faddis swore in the new board members, Bill Aikens and Rachel Nutt.   Election of Officers: (action) (podcast 5:18) Dr. Debbie Jones began the process for electing a new school board president by accepting nominations. Jennifer Faddis was nominated for president and was elected. President Faddis then accepted nominations for the now vacant roll of vice-president. Tatum Aicklen was nominated and elect [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jun 26, 2025

Special Board Meeting

La Junta llena dos vacantes con Bill Aikens y Rachel Nutt

La Junta Escolar de Bentonville nombró a Bill Aikens para el puesto At Large y a Rachel Nutt para el puesto de la Zona 1, llenando vacantes creadas por miembros que se mudaron fuera del distrito. La junta también aprobó una agenda de consentimiento que incluye una inversión de fondos operativos y aceptó un paquete de personal.

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✓ Decidido: Bentonville School Board appoints Bill Aikens and Rachel Nutt to board positions

The board appointed two new members to fill vacancies and approved the operating funds investment. The board also accepted a personnel packet containing resignations, retirements, and new hires.

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  Special Board Meeting (Thursday, June 26, 2025) Generated by Kimberly Ross on Friday, June 27, 2025   Meeting called to order at 5:32 p.m.   Members present Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Members Absent: Joel Dunning   Administration present: Debbie Jones, Tanya Sharp, Janet Schwanhausser, Don Hoover, Steve Vera, Leslee Wright, Aaron Nickles   Welcome/Call to Order/Pledge: (podcast 2:05) All members were present except for Joel Dunning. Jennifer Faddis was virtual. There was a quorum.   Approve the agenda: (podcast 3:04) Motion by Willie Cowgur, second by Tatum Aicklen to approve the agenda as presented. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Consent Agenda: (podcast 3:33) Motion by Becky Guthrie, second by Jeremy Farmer to approve: Operating Funds Investment Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   School Board Appointment: (podcast 4:16) After an online application process, the list was narrowed down to 2 candidates.   The first candidate is Rachel Nutt for Zone 1. During her introduction, Mrs. Nutt said she is a native from Bentonville, graduated from Bentonville High School in 2003, studied at J [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 17, 2025

Board of Education Meeting

La Junta votará sobre actualizaciones de políticas para el año escolar 2025-26

La Junta Escolar de Bentonville está decidiendo sobre varias revisiones y adiciones de políticas para el año escolar 2025-26, incluyendo actualizaciones sobre requisitos de ingreso, asistencia obligatoria, transferencias de estudiantes, elección de escuela, ausencias, igualdad de oportunidades educativas, disciplina estudiantil y conducta prohibida, reflejando cambios de leyes estatales recientes. La junta también aprobó un informe financiero que muestra un saldo del fondo operativo de $80.3 million (32.1%) y aprobó una agenda de consentimiento que cubre actas, informes y transferencias.

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✓ Decidido: Bentonville School Board accepts two member resignations

The Board accepted the resignations of Kelly Carlson and Joel Dunning, effective July 1, 2025. The Board also approved several policy revisions for the 2025/2026 school year and the end-of-period eleven financial report.

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Board of Education Meeting (Tuesday, June 17, 2025) Generated by Kimberly Ross on Wednesday, June 18, 2025   Meeting called to order at 5:30 p.m.   Members present: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Members absent: Joel Dunning   Welcome/Call to Order/Pledge: (podcast 2:07) President Carlson called the meeting to order at 5:30 pm. Secretary Guthrie called roll. Joel Dunning was absent. All other board members were present. There was a quorum.   Approve the agenda: (podcast 2:46) Motion by Jennifer Faddis, second by Tatum Aicklen to approve the agenda as presented. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen Absent: Joel Dunning   Recognition: (podcast 3:14) Mindy McAlindon, Arkansas Representative, presented a Proclamation to Bonnie Pollock for being awarded the Milken Award.   The Extra Mile recipient was Soma Majundar, an instructional assistant at Apple Glen Elementary School. Soma saved a student during lunch by performing the Heimlich maneuver when he was choking. Soma said she feels blessed to be a part of Bentonville Schools.   Public Comments: (podcast 6:30) There were no public comments.   Review Calendar: (podcast 6:35) President Carlson reviewed the upcoming calendar events.   Consent Agenda: [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed May 21, 2025

Special Board Meeting - Student Expulsion

La Junta modifica la expulsión de un estudiante para que termine al finalizar el año escolar 2024-25

Esta fue una reunión especial de la junta convocada para una audiencia de expulsión de un estudiante. Después de una sesión ejecutiva, la junta votó unánimemente para modificar la expulsión del estudiante para que termine al finalizar el año escolar 2024-2025.

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✓ Decidido: Board modifies student expulsion to end with the 2024/25 school year

The Board held a student expulsion hearing and retired to executive session. Following the session, the Board voted to modify the expulsion period.

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Special Board Meeting - Student Expulsion (Wednesday, May 21, 2025) Generated by Kimberly Ross on Friday, June 6, 2025   Members present: Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Joel Dunning, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Members absent: Kelly Carlson, Willie Cowgur   Administration present: Debbie Jones, Don Hoover, Tanya Vaughn, Amanda Lynch, Steve Vera   Guests: Marshall Ney as the hearing officer, Matt Sitton, Lynne Sitton   Meeting called to order at 5:30 p.m. Welcome/Call to Order/Pledge Vice-President Jennifer Faddis called the meeting to order. Secretary Becky Guthrie called roll. Joel Dunning, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen, Jennifer Faddis and Becky Guthrie were present and there was a quorum.   Student Expulsion Hearing: Marshall Ney asked the parents if they wanted an open or closed hearing; they chose a closed hearing. Mr. Ney asked several questions to make sure their rights were followed.   Both representatives for the District and for the family presented information.   Executive Session: The Board retired to Executive Session at 6:59 p.m. The Board returned to open session at 7:42 p.m.   Student Expulsion Action: Motion by Jeremy Farmer, second by Joel Dunning to modify the expulsion to conclude at the end of the 24/25 school year. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Joel Dunning, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aickle [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 20, 2025

Board of Education Meeting

La Junta aprueba renovación de contrato de custodia de $7.77M con SSC Service Solutions

La Junta Escolar de Bentonville aprobó una renovación de contrato de servicios de custodia por $7,773,117 con SSC Service Solutions para el año escolar 2025-26, el informe financiero de abril de 2025 que muestra un saldo de fondos de $61.4 millones, y la autorización para contratar a Cenergistics para la gestión de energía. La junta también aprobó una agenda de consentimiento que incluyó una expulsión y recibió una actualización solo informativa sobre los indicadores de preparación profesional de Success Ready Graduates.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves $7.77M custodial contract and new energy management deal

The Board of Education approved a custodial services contract renewal and a performance-based energy management agreement. Members also accepted updated department handbooks, policy revisions, and a personnel packet.

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Board of Education Meeting (Tuesday, May 20, 2025) Generated by Kimberly Ross on Wednesday, May 21, 2025   Meeting called to order at 5:30 p.m.   Members present: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Joel Dunning, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Welcome/Call to Order/Pledge: (podcast 3:15) President Carlson called the meeting to order. All Board members were present and there was a quorum.   Approve the agenda: (podcast 3:49) Motion to approve the agenda as presented by Jennifer Faddis, second by Willie Cowgur. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Joel Dunning, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Recognition: (podcast 4:18) Nurse Brittany Bates was recognized as the Extra Mile Award recipient for May. She was nominated by parent Haley Smith for the excellent care Brittany took of her daughter Ella after her diabetes diagnosis.   Public Comments: (podcast 8:23) There were no public comments.   Review Calendar: (podcast 8:28) President Carlson reviewed the upcoming calendar events. May 26 - Memorial Day, no school May 27 - Last day of school June 17 - Board of Education Meeting, 5:30 pm   Consent Agenda: (podcast 9:04) Motion by Becky Guthrie, second by Tatum Aicklen to Approve: Minutes of the April 16, 2025, regular meeting Facilities report Enrollment report Transportation r [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 15, 2025

Board of Education Meeting

La Junta aprueba el Borrador B del calendario académico 2026-2027

La Junta de Educación aprobó el Borrador B del calendario para el año escolar 2026-2027 tras una denegación previa y la votación del personal. También reconocieron al maestro Logan Misenheimer con el Extra Mile Award y recibieron actualizaciones informativas sobre la intervención de la dislexia, las escuelas de elección de los padres y una política de ciberseguridad obligatoria del estado.

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✓ Decidido: Bentonville School Board approves 2026/2027 school calendar

The Board approved Calendar Draft B for the 2026/2027 school year and renewed contracts for food services and student accident insurance. Members also approved the financial report, policy revisions, and a personnel packet including new hires and resignations.

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Board of Education Meeting (Tuesday, April 15, 2025) Generated by Kimberly Ross on Monday, April 21, 2025   The meeting called to order at 5:30 p.m.   Members present: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Becky Guthrie, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Members absent: Joel Dunning; Jennifer Faddis   Administration present: Debbie Jones, Janet Schwanhausser, Tanya Sharp, Don Hoover, Aaron Nickles, Steve Vera, Leslee Wright, Lisa St. John, Kelly Boortz, Jennifer Morrow, Stephanie Summerford   Welcome/Call to Order/Pledge: (podcast 0:43) President Carlson called the meeting to order at 5:30 pm. Secretary Guthrie called roll. Jennifer Faddis and Joel Dunning were absent.   Approve the agenda: (podcast 1:25) Motion by Jeremy Farmer, second by Tatum Aicklen to approve the agenda as presented. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Becky Guthrie, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen Absent: Joel Dunning; Jennifer Faddis   Recognition: (podcast 1:55) Logan Misenheimer is the Extra Mile Award winner for April. She is a club classroom teacher at Sugar Creek Elementary. Last year, she was Danny Baer’s teacher but this year her classroom is across the hall. Mrs. Misenheimer continues to check up on Danny making sure he is doing well.   Public Comments: (podcast 6:45) One person signed up to speak but they didn’t attend the meeting.   Review Calen [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 18, 2025

Board of Education Meeting

La Junta discute la eliminación de las pruebas NWEA MAP y la alineación de las calificaciones de la escuela secundaria

La Junta Escolar de Bentonville escuchará una propuesta para eliminar las pruebas NWEA MAP y adoptar el nuevo sistema de evaluación ATLAS. También discutirán la alineación de la política de calificaciones de la escuela secundaria con el modelo de evidencia de aprendizaje del 100% de la escuela preparatoria. Los puntos de acción incluyen la aprobación del informe financiero y la baja de tres autobuses de la flota.

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✓ Decidido: Bentonville School Board approves employee raises and rejects land purchase offer

The Board approved a 3.5% salary increase across all schedules plus a step increase for employees. Members rejected a purchase offer from Skylight Homes for district property on Bright Road. The Board also approved a realignment of the junior high grading policy to match the 9-12 policy for the 2025/2026 school year.

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Board of Education Meeting (Tuesday, March 18, 2025) Generated by Kimberly Ross on Wednesday, March 19, 2025   Meeting called to order at 5:30 p.m.   Members present: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Members absent: Joel Dunning   Administration present: Debbie Jones, Tanya Sharp, Janet Schwanhausser, Don Hoover, Kelly Boortz, Lisa St. John, Steve Vera, Leslee Wright, Marleah Purdy, Jennifer Morrow, Aaron Nickles, Jonathon Guthrie, Josh Thompson, Eric Hipp, Jennifer Bushong, Jessie Lisenbee, Tracey Wood, Christina Hamilton   Welcome/Call to Order/Pledge: (podcast 3:45) President Carlson called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Secretary Guthrie called roll. All board members were present except Joel Dunning. There was a quorum.   Approve the agenda: (podcast 4:23) Motion by Willie Cowgur, second by Tatum Aicklen to approve the agenda as presented. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen Absent: Joel Dunning   Recognition: (podcast 4:53) Dr. Debbie Jones recognized the principals from the schools that received an award for growth from the Office for Education Policy on the ATLAS test: Christina Hamilton from Willowbrook Elementary, Tracey Wood from Apple Glen Elementary, Josh Thompson from Lincoln Junior High, Washington Junior High [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 18, 2025

Board of Education Meeting

La Junta de Educación de Bentonville aprueba la compra de autobuses y la expulsión de estudiantes

La Junta de Educación revisó los protocolos de seguridad del distrito y un nuevo programa piloto de capacitación de doulas. La junta también votó aplazar la aprobación del calendario académico 2026/2027.

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✓ Decidido: Bentonville School Board approves personnel changes and financial reports

The Board approved a personnel packet including new hires, resignations, and one termination. Members also approved the February financial report and a consent agenda covering facilities, enrollment, and student expulsions. The proposed 2026/2027 school calendar was tabled for further review.

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Board of Education Meeting (Tuesday, February 18, 2025) Generated by Kimberly Ross on Wednesday, February 19, 2025   Meeting called to order at 5:33 p.m.   Members present: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen, Joel Dunning   Administration present: Debbie Jones, Tanya Sharp, Don Hoover, Aaron Nickles, Lisa St. John, Kelly Boortz, Jennifer Morrow, Marleah Purdy, Jessica Imel, Mike Forrest,   Welcome/Call to Order/Pledge: (podcast 0:12) President Carlson called this virtual meeting to order and Secretary Guthrie called roll. Joel Dunning joined the meeting at 5:48 p.m. All other members were present. There was a quorum.   Approve the agenda: (podcast 0:52) Motion by Willie Cowgur, second by Jennifer Faddis to approve the agenda as presented. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Public comments: (podcast 1:28) There were no public comments.   Review Calendar: (podcast 1:38) President Carlson reviewed the upcoming calendar events.   Consent Agenda: (podcast 2:02) Motion by Jeremy Farmer, second by Jennifer Faddis to approve: Minutes of the January 21, 2025, regular meeting; January 23, 2025, work session Facilities report Enrollment report Transportation report School Choice transfers Instructional Materials Adoption R [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jan 23, 2025

Board Work Session

La junta ve un avance de las opciones de expansión de West High School

La junta recibió un avance informativo de dos opciones de expansión para Bentonville West High School, impulsadas por el crecimiento proyectado de la matrícula. No se tomó ninguna acción; se ha programado una decisión de la junta para agosto de 2025. El resto de la sesión de trabajo consistió en asuntos procedimentales.

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✓ Decidido: Board reviews expansion options for Bentonville West High School

The Board reviewed potential plans to address overutilization at Bentonville West High School by 2029. Options discussed include a 600-student addition, athletic facility expansions, or a new academic-only high school. No final decision was made; a decision is recommended by August 2025.

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Board Work Session (Thursday, January 23, 2025) Generated by Kimberly Ross on Friday, January 24, 2025   Meeting called to order at 5:34 p.m.   Members present Willie Cowgur (virtually), Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Tatum Aicklen   Members absent: Kelly Carlson, Joel Dunning, Jeremy Farmer   Administration present: Debbie Jones, Aaron Nickles, Tanya Sharp, Janet Schwanhausser, Jennifer Morrow, Don Hoover, Leslee Wright, Jonathon Guthrie, Jack Loyd, Billy Tipps, Martin Reynolds   Welcome/Call to Order/Pledge: (podcast 0:10) Vice President Faddis called the meeting to order at 5:34 pm. Tatum Aicklen, Becky Guthrie, Jennifer Faddis and Willie Cowgur (virtual) were present. Kelly Carlson, Joel Dunning, and Jeremy Farmer were absent. There was a quorum.   Approve the agenda: (podcast 1:02) Motion by Becky Guthrie, second by Tatum Aicklen to approve the agenda as presented. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Willie Cowgur, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Tatum Aicklen Absent: Kelly Carlson, Joel Dunning, Jeremy Farmer   Bentonville West High School Addition Preview: (podcast 1:33) The presentation began with explaining the growth in the southwest area of town and the need for a solution to the overutilization of Bentonville West High School by 2029. One possibility is an addition to BWHS.   Michelle McClaflin from Hight Jackson presented the potential plans POR is a [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 21, 2025

Board of Education Meeting

La Junta de Educación de Bentonville acepta el informe de auditoría del año fiscal 2024

La Junta de Educación revisó la condición financiera del distrito y discutió el borrador del calendario académico 2026-2027. Los miembros aprobaron la auditoría del año fiscal 2024 y un informe financiero que incluyó el excedente de tres autobuses.

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✓ Decidido: Bentonville Board of Education approves FY2024 audit and new personnel

The Board accepted the Fiscal Year 2024 Audit Report and approved the mid-year financial report. Members authorized the sale of three surplus buses and approved requests for an Arts Integration Coach and an International Baccalaureate Coordinator.

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Board of Education Meeting (Tuesday, January 21, 2025) Generated by Kimberly Ross on Wednesday, January 22, 2025   Meeting called to order at 5:30 p.m.   Members present: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Tatum Aicklen   Members absent: Jeremy Farmer, Joel Dunning   Welcome/Call to Order/Pledge: (podcast 2:04) President Carlson called the meeting to order. Jeremy Farmer and Joel Dunning were absent. There was a quorum.   Approve the agenda: (podcast 2:48) Motion by Jennifer Faddis, second by Willie Cowgur to approve the agenda as presented. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Tatum Aicklen Absent: Jeremy Farmer, Joel Dunning   Recognition: (podcast 3:18) Teacher Erin Rankin introduced Extra Mile recipient bus driver Sonya Wilson. Sonya decorates her bus for holidays to make the bus rides special for the students.   Dr. Jones recognized the work of the Bentonville Board of Education.   Public Comments: (podcast 8:55) There were no public comments.   Review Calendar: (podcast 8:58) President Carlson reviewed the upcoming calendar events.   Consent Agenda: (podcast 9:33) Motion by Willie Cowgur, second by Tatum Aicklen to approve Minutes of the December 17, 2024, regular meeting; Facilities report Enrollment report Transportation report District tr [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Dec 17, 2024

Board of Education Meeting

La Junta de Educación de Bentonville aprueba la Fase III de la remodelación de Lincoln Junior High School

La Junta de Educación está revisando los datos de desempeño del distrito y las actualizaciones del Mid-States Benchmarking Consortium. El organismo está decidiendo sobre la aprobación de una tercera fase de remodelación para Lincoln Junior High School.

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Tue Nov 19, 2024

Board of Education Meeting

El consejo aprueba nuevos modelos de elección de padres en dos escuelas primarias

El Consejo Escolar de Bentonville aprobó nuevos modelos de elección de padres para el año escolar 2025-26 en Sugar Creek Elementary (integración de artes) y Thomas Jefferson Elementary (academia de liderazgo). El consejo también aprobó un aumento neto anual de $444,252 al contrato de limpieza con SSC Service Solutions, el informe financiero y un orden del día de consentimiento que incluyó tres expulsiones de estudiantes.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves new model schools and custodial pay increase

The Board approved the establishment of a Leadership Academy at Thomas Jefferson Elementary and an Arts Integration Program at Sugar Creek Elementary for 2025-26. Members also authorized a custodial contract pay increase and elected new board officers.

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Board of Education Meeting (Tuesday, November 19, 2024) Generated by Kimberly Ross on Wednesday, November 20, 2024   The meeting called to order at 5:30 pm   Members present: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Joel Dunning, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Administration present: Debbie Jones, Janet Schwanhausser, Tanya Sharp, Don Hoover, Lisa St. John, Jennifer Morrow, Kelly Boortz, Steve Vera, Aaron Nickles, Marleah Purdy, Leslee Wright, Jack Loyd, Jonathon Guthrie, Emily Carlson, Stephanie Summerford   Welcome/Call to Order/Pledge: (podcast 4:14) President Carlson called the meeting to order at 5:30 pm. Secretary Jennifer Faddis called roll.  All members were present and there was a quorum.   Approve the agenda: (podcast 4:52) Motion by Willie Cowgur, second by Jeremy Farmer to approve the agenda as presented. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Joel Dunning, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Oath of Office New Board Member / Conflict of Interest: (podcast 5:22) President Carlson swore Jennifer Faddis in as a school board member for a term of 5 years.   Election of Officers: (podcast 7:03) Dr. Debbie Jones began the process for electing new school board officers by asking for nominations for School Board President.   Motion by Jennifer Faddis, second by Joel Dunning to elect Kel [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Oct 22, 2024

Board of Education Meeting

La junta aprueba el Borrador A del calendario escolar 2025-2026 tras votación del personal

La junta votará sobre el calendario escolar 2025-2026, el cual fue seleccionado por el personal (813 licenciados, 273 clasificados para el Borrador A). También recibirán una actualización sobre el Programa de los Años Primarios del Bachillerato Internacional en Mary Mae Jones Elementary y aprobarán el informe financiero de septiembre que muestra un saldo de fondos de $63.6 million. La agenda de consentimiento incluye siete expulsiones de estudiantes e informes rutinarios sobre instalaciones, inscripción y transporte.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves 2025-2026 school calendar and millage rollback

The Board approved a draft school calendar for 2025-2026 with a proposed start date of August 12. Members also certified a countywide millage rollback and approved updates to district course offerings.

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Board of Education Meeting (Tuesday, October 22, 2024) Generated by Kimberly Ross on Wednesday, October 23, 2024   Meeting called to order at 5:30 p.m.   Members present: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Joel Dunning, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Administration present : Debbie Jones, Janet Schwanhausser, Tanya Sharp, Jennifer Morrow, Lisa St. John, Aaron Nickles, Jeff Wasem, Adrienne Gunter, Melinda Bunyard, Stephanie Schriner   Welcome/Call to Order/Pledge: (podcast 1:35) President Carlson called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Secretary Faddis called roll. All members were present and there was a quorum.   Approve the agenda: (podcast 2:20) Motion to approve the agenda as presented by Willie Cowgur, second by Becky Guthrie. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Joel Dunning, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Recognition: (podcast 2:45) Dean Hacker and Jerry Guillory from the Facilities Department were the Extra Mile Award recipients. Mr. Hacker climbed the roof at Apple Glen Elementary to retrieve a stuffed bear that belonged to a student, Kayden. Mr. Hacker is retiring at the end of October after 50 years of service with Bentonville Schools.   Public Comments: (podcast 6:57) There were no public comments.   Review Calendar: (podcast 7:03) President Carlson reviewed the upcomin [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Oct 10, 2024

Board Work Session

La Junta recibe actualización del plan de instalaciones a 10 años

La Junta de Escuelas Públicas de Bentonville llevó a cabo una sesión de trabajo el 10 de octubre de 2024. El punto principal de la agenda fue una actualización del Plan Maestro de Instalaciones a 10 Años, que proyecta la matrícula y planifica nuevas construcciones y proyectos de capital. La junta también aprobó transferencias del distrito a través de una agenda de consentimiento.

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✓ Decidido: Board reviews 10-year facilities plan predicting 3,000 student increase

The board reviewed enrollment projections and a 10-year capital project plan. Discussions focused on high school capacity and potential facility expansions. The board approved the meeting agenda and district transfers.

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Board Work Session (Thursday, October 10, 2024) Generated by Kimberly Ross on Tuesday, October 15, 2024   Meeting called to order at 5:30 p.m.   Members present: Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Joel Dunning, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen Mr. Dunning arrived at 5:56 p.m.   Members absent: Willie Cowgur   Administration present: Debbie Jones, Janet Schwanhausser, Tanya Sharp, Don Hoover, Lisa St. John, Kelly Boortz, Marleah Purdy, Billy Tipps, Jonathon Guthrie, Aaron Nickles,   Welcome/Call to Order/Pledge: (podcast 0:01) President Carlson called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Secretary Faddis called roll. Willie Cowgur was absent. Joel Dunning arrived at 5:56 p.m., Becky Guthrie, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Jeremy Farmer, and Tatum Aicklen were present. There was a quorum.   Approve the agenda: (podcast 0:44) Motion by Jeremy Farmer, second by Tatum Aicklen to approve the agenda as presented. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen Absent: Willie Cowgur, Joel Dunning   Consent Agenda: (podcast 1:10) Motion by Becky Guthrie, second by Jeremy Farmer to approve the agenda: District transfers Final Resolution: Motion Carries Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen Absent: Willie Cowgur, Joel Dunning   10 Year Facilities Master Pl [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Sep 17, 2024

Board of Education Meeting

La Junta aprueba transferencia de $10M al fondo de construcción para obras futuras

La Junta Escolar de Bentonville aprobó una transferencia de $10 millones del fondo operativo al fondo de construcción para obras futuras, adoptó el presupuesto del año fiscal 2025 con un superávit de $1.1 millones y recibió una actualización informativa sobre la implementación del currículo de alfabetización CKLA. La agenda de consentimiento incluyó la aprobación de actas, informes y solicitudes del Programa de Alimentos para el Cuidado de Niños y Adultos para Adventure Club, Building Bridges y Tennie Russell Primary School.

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✓ Decidido: Bentonville School Board approves FY2025 budget and $10M fund transfer

The Board approved the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget and authorized a $10 million transfer from the operating fund to the building fund for future construction. The board also approved the hiring of one additional full-time athletic trainer and accepted a personnel packet of hires, resignations, and transfers.

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Board of Education Meeting (Tuesday, September 17, 2024) Generated by Kimberly Ross on Wednesday, September 18, 2024   Meeting called to order at 5:30 p.m.   Members present: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Joel Dunning, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Administration Present: Debbie Jones, Janet Schwanhausser, Tanya Sharp, Don Hoover, Steve Vera, Lisa St. John, Kelly Boortz, Marleah Purdy, Jennifer Morrow, Billy Tipps   Welcome/Call to Order/Pledge: (podcast 2:09) President Carlson called the meeting to order at 5:30 pm. Secretary Faddis called roll. All members were present and there was a quorum.   Approve the agenda: (podcast 2:24) Motion by Tatum Aicklen, second by Becky Guthrie to Approve Agenda as presented. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Joel Dunning, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Recognition: (podcast 3:15) Dr. Mike Hernandez, Executive Director of Arkansas Association of Educational Administrators announced Bentonville Superintendent Dr. Debbie Jones as Superintendent of the Year.   Motion by Tatum Aicklen, second by Jeremy Farmer to take a short recess Yes: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Joel Dunning, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Motion by Willie Cowgur, second by Jeremy Farmer to return from recess. Final Resolution: Motion Car [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Aug 20, 2024

Board of Education Meeting

La junta aprueba el informe financiero y los vehículos sobrantes

La Junta de Educación de Bentonville aprobó el informe financiero de julio de 2024 y los vehículos sobrantes. La junta también reconoció a todas las escuelas del distrito por el premio Purple Star y discutió los objetivos de enfoque del plan estratégico 2024-2025.

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✓ Decidido: Bentonville School Board approves financial report and personnel changes

The Board approved the start-of-year financial report and the surpusing of two end-of-life vehicles. Members also accepted a personnel packet containing new hires, resignations, and transfers. The board discussed strategic goals including student mental health and cell phone policies.

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Board of Education Meeting (Tuesday, August 20, 2024) Generated by Kimberly Ross on Tuesday, August 27, 2024   Meeting called to order at 5:30 p.m.   Members present: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Joel Dunning, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Administration present: Debbie Jones, Janet Schwanhausser, Don Hoover, Tanya Sharp, Lisa St. John, Kelly Boortz, Jennifer Morrow, Marleah Purdy, Aaron Nickles, Leslee Wright, Steve Vera, Melinda Bunyard   Welcome/Call to Order/Pledge: (podcast 0:01) President Carlson called the meeting to order at 5:30 pm. Secretary Faddis called role.  All members were present.   Approve the agenda : (podcast 0:39) Motion by Willie Cowgur, second by Joel Dunning to approve the agenda as presented. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Joel Dunning, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Recognition: (podcast 1:03) Don Hoover presented the Purple Star Schools award to all of the schools in the district. This award honors the strong commitment in supporting students and families connected to the military. This program is managed by the Arkansas Council for Military Children partners with the Arkansas Department of Education.  Dr. Katherine Ellsworth, Director of Student Services, leads the district to make sure each school as an onsite military education coordinator.   Grac [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Aug 5, 2024

Board of Education Meeting-Personnel

La Junta Escolar de Bentonville aprueba paquete de personal y transferencias del distrito

La Junta de Educación de las Escuelas Públicas de Bentonville llevó a cabo una reunión de personal el 5 de agosto de 2024. La junta aprobó una agenda de consentimiento que incluía transferencias del distrito y, posteriormente, aprobó un paquete de personal después de una sesión ejecutiva. Todas las votaciones fueron unánimes.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves personnel packet and district transfers

The Board of Education approved a personnel packet containing new hires, resignations, and status changes. The board also approved district transfers.

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Board of Education Meeting-Personnel (Monday, August 5, 2024) Generated by Kimberly Ross on Tuesday, August 6, 2024   Meeting called to order at 5:31 p.m.   Members present Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Members absent: Joel Dunning   Administration present: Debbie Jones, Tanya Sharp, Janet Schwanhausser, Aaron Nickles   Welcome/Call to Order/Pledge: (podcast 0:51) President Carlson called the meeting to order at 5:31 p.m. and Secretary Jennifer Faddis called roll. Joel Dunning was absent. There was a quorum.   Approve the agenda: (podcast 1:28) Motion by Becky Guthrie, second by Willie Cowgur to approve the agenda as presented. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen Absent: Joel Dunning   Consent Agenda: (podcast 1:52) Motion by Jeremy Farmer, second by Becky Guthrie: District Transfers Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen Absent: Joel Dunning   Executive Session: (podcast 2:27) The Board retired to Executive Session at 5:32 p.m. The Board returned to Open Session at 5:54 p.m.   Personnel recommendation: (podcast 24:03) Motion by Willie Cowgur, second by Tatum Aicklen to accept Personnel packet as pres [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jul 16, 2024

Board of Education Meeting

La Junta Escolar de Bentonville aprueba aumentos salariales para sustitutos e informes financieros

La Junta de Educación revisó la condición financiera del distrito y aprobó varias revisiones de políticas para el año escolar 2024-2025. La junta también votó por aumentar las tarifas de pago para los sustitutos de Kelly Education para mantenerse competitiva con los distritos vecinos.

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✓ Decidido: Bentonville School Board approves substitute pay increases and personnel changes

The Board approved a new pay scale for Kelly Education substitutes and authorized the surplus of seven used vehicles. Members also approved four policy revisions and a personnel packet containing new hires, resignations, and transfers.

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Board of Education Meeting (Tuesday, July 16, 2024) Generated by Kimberly Ross on Thursday, July 18, 2024   Meeting called to order at 5:30 p.m.   Members present: Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Members Absent: Willie Cowgur, Joel Dunning   Administration present: Debbie Jones, Tanya Sharp, Janet Schwanhausser, Aaron Nickles, Steve Vera, Don Hoover, Lisa St. John, Kelly Boortz, Jennifer Morrow, Marleah Purdy, Jack Loyd, Jonathon Guthrie   Welcome/Call to Order/Pledge: (podcast 2:21) President Carlson called the meeting to order at 5:30 pm. Joel Dunning and Willie Cowgur were absent. All other board members were present. There was a quorum.   Approve the agenda: (podcast 3:00) Motion by Jeremy Farmer, second by Becky Guthrie to approve the agenda. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Public Comments: (podcast 3:24) There are no public comments.   Review Calendar: (podcast 3:30) President Carlson reviewed upcoming calendar events.   Consent Agenda: (podcast 4:03) Motion by Becky Guthrie, second by Tatum Aicklen to approve: Minutes of the June 18, 2024, regular meeting;  Facilities report Transportation report District Transfers Surrogate Parent Designee form SP-1 Proposed Budget & Election Documents Final Resoluti [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 18, 2024

Board of Education Meeting

La Junta aprueba estación de combustible de transporte de $3.48M y vestuario de $2.83M

La Junta Escolar de Bentonville aprobó dos proyectos importantes de construcción: un precio máximo garantizado (GMP) de $3,481,958 para reemplazar la estación de combustible del Departamento de Transporte y añadir estacionamiento, y un GMP de $2,826,411 para un nuevo vestuario en el BHS Soccer/Track Complex. La junta también recibió un informe informativo sobre el tiempo de pantalla y las iniciativas de ciudadanía digital. La agenda de consentimiento, que incluye actas, informes y planes de mejora escolar, fue aprobada por unanimidad.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves over $6.3M for athletic and transportation facilities

The Board of Education approved two major construction projects for BHS locker rooms and a transportation fueling station. Members also approved the 2024-2025 student handbooks, property insurance renewal, and a personnel packet.

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Board of Education Meeting (Tuesday, June 18, 2024) Generated by Kimberly Ross on Wednesday, June 19, 2024   Meeting called to order at 5:30 p.m.   Members present Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Joel Dunning, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Administration present: Debbie Jones, Janet Schwanhausser, Tanya Sharp, Don Hoover, Lisa St. John, Kelly Boortz, Jennifer Morrow, Aaron Nickles, Steve Vera, Jason Salmons, Billy Tipps, Trish Wood   Welcome/Call to Order/Pledge: (podcast 0:01)   Approve the agenda: (podcast 0:16) Motion by Willie Cowgur, second by Joel Dunning to approve the agenda as presented Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Joel Dunning, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Public Comments: (podcast 0:39) There were no public comments.   Calendar: (podcast 0:41) President Carlson reviewed the upcoming calendar events.   Consent Agenda: (podcast 1:36) Motion by Becky Guthrie, second by Jeremy Farmer to approve: Minutes of the May 21, 2024, regular meeting; May 8, 2024, special meeting Facilities report Enrollment report Transportation report School Choice District Transfers School Improvement Plans Parent & Family Engagement  Statement of Assurances Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Bec [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 21, 2024

Board of Education Meeting

La junta aprueba $1.6M para actualizaciones de la instalación de Ignite Annex y Servicios Estudiantiles

La junta aprobó un precio máximo garantizado de $1,638,250 para actualizaciones de la instalación de Ignite Annex y Servicios Estudiantiles, que incluyen renovaciones de aulas y baños, un nuevo techo de metal y reparaciones exteriores. También se aprobó un proyecto independiente de reemplazo de pisos de $923,407 en Cooper y Centerton Gamble Elementary. La agenda de consentimiento incluyó las expulsiones formales de cuatro estudiantes de secundaria e informes rutinarios. La junta reconoció a la Cabo Melissa Fox con el Premio Extra Mile.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves $1.6M Ignite Annex and $923K flooring project

The Board of Education approved two major construction projects for the summer of 2024. They also accepted several updated department handbooks and a personnel packet including new hires and resignations.

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Board of Education Meeting (Tuesday, May 21, 2024) Generated by Kimberly Ross on Wednesday, May 22, 2024   Meeting called to order at 5:30 p.m.   Members present: Kelly Carlson, Becky Guthrie, Joel Dunning, Tatum Aicklen, Jeremy Farmer (arrived at 5:36 p.m.)   Members absent: Jennifer Faddis, Willie Cowgur   Administration present: Debbie Jones, Tanya Sharp, Janet Schwanhausser, Don Hoover, Lisa St. John, Kelly Boortz, Jennifer Morrow, Leslee Wright, Steve Vera, Aaron Nickles, Billy Tipps, Marty Reynolds, Jean Womack, Lori Passmore, Josh Turpin, Jessica Imel   Welcome/Call to Order/Pledge: (podcast 1:35) President Carlson called the meeting to order at 5:30 pm. Becky Guthrie called roll. Jeremy Farmer, Jennifer Faddis, and Willie Cowgur were absent. There was a quorum. Jeremy Farmer arrived at 5:36 p.m.   Approve the agenda: (podcast 2:30) Motion by Tatum Aicklen, second by Joel Dunning to approve the agenda as presented. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Kelly Carlson, Becky Guthrie, Joel Dunning, Tatum Aicklen Absent: Jennifer Faddis, Willie Cowgur, Jeremy Farmer   Recognition: (podcast 3:06) Student Jacoby Hook introduced the Extra Mile Award recipient, Corporal Melissa Fox. She is the School Resource Officer at Washington Junior High School.   Public Comments: (podcast 4:58) Sam Linton spoke about FASD. He wanted to say how good of a teacher Laurie Hughey f [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed May 8, 2024

Board of Education Meeting-Personnel

La Junta aprueba el paquete de personal y los traslados del distrito

La Junta Escolar de Bentonville se reunió en una sesión de personal para aprobar la agenda y la agenda de consentimiento, que incluía los traslados del distrito. Posteriormente, la junta entró en sesión ejecutiva antes de votar para aceptar el paquete de recomendaciones de personal tal como fue presentado. La reunión se levantó a las 6:26 p.m.

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Tue Apr 16, 2024

Board of Education Meeting

La Junta aprueba un aumento salarial del 4.8% limitado a $2,500 para todos los empleados

La Junta Escolar de Bentonville aprobó un aumento salarial del 4.8% en todas las escalas salariales, limitado a $2,500 anuales, con un costo aproximado de $5.078 millones. También discutieron los beneficios de los empleados y escucharon una presentación sobre el programa de intervención de Lincoln Junior High para estudiantes rezagados en matemáticas, inglés o comportamiento. Se aprobó la agenda de consentimiento, que incluyó informes rutinarios y la expulsión formal de un estudiante masculino de 8.º grado.

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✓ Decidido: Bentonville School Board approves 4.8% staff salary increase

The Board of Education approved a salary increase for licensed and classified employees and renewed several service contracts. They also authorized the sale of surplus transportation equipment and accepted a personnel packet of hires and resignations.

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Board of Education Meeting (Tuesday, April 16, 2024) Generated by Kimberly Ross on Friday, April 19, 2024   Meeting called to order at 5:30 pm   Members present: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Joel Dunning, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Administration present: Debbie Jones, Janet Schwanhausser, Lisa St. John, Tanya Sharp, Don Hoover, Jennifer Morrow, Kelly Boortz, Leslee Wright, Aaron Nickles, Steve Vera   Welcome/Call to Order/Pledge: (podcast 1:44) President Carlson called the meeting to order at 5:30 pm. Vice President Cowgur called roll. Jennifer Faddis is participating by phone. All others were present and there was a quorum.   Approve the agenda: (podcast 2:50) Motion by Tatum Aicklen, second by Joel Dunning to approve the agenda as presented. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Joel Dunning, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Recognition: (podcast 3:19) Dr. Janet Schwanhausser presented the Extra Mile Award to Amanda Hinds who is a teacher at Lincoln Junior High School. Ms. Hinds made the Eclipse on April 8th a great event with a lot of hard work.   Public Comments: (podcast 7:35) There were no public comments tonight.   Review Calendar: (podcast 7:40) President Carlson reviewed the upcoming calendar events.   Consent Agenda: (podcast 8:20) Motion by Becky G [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Mar 27, 2024

Board Work Session

La junta discute el Plan Maestro del Centro con evaluaciones de propiedades escolares

La junta discutió el Plan Maestro del Centro, revisando evaluaciones de varias propiedades escolares (Old High, RE Baker, Sugar Creek, Thomas Jefferson, Lincoln Jr High). También aprobaron la agenda de consentimiento, que incluye una exención del calendario por clima inclemente. La reunión incluyó elementos procesales como la aprobación de la agenda y el cierre de la sesión.

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✓ Decidido: Bentonville School Board to pursue grant for downtown schools master plan

The Board reviewed building assessments for downtown schools, specifically noting electrical and ADA compliance issues at Old High Middle School and structural concerns at REBaker Elementary. The District will proceed with a grant application for master planning and design consultation.

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Board Work Session (Wednesday, March 27, 2024) Generated by Kimberly Ross on Thursday, March 28, 2024   Meeting called to order at 5:30 pm   Members present: Willie Cowgur, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Members absent: Kelly Carlson, Joel Dunning   Administration present: Debbie Jones, Janet Schwanhausser, Tanya Sharp, Lisa St. John, Don Hoover, Leslee Wright, Aaron Nickles, Paul Wallace   Welcome/Call to Order/Pledge: (podcast 1:47) Vice President Cowgur called the meeting to order at 5:30 pm. Secretary Faddis called roll. Kelly Carlson and Joel Dunning were absent. There was a quorum.   Approve the agenda: (podcast 2:30) Motion by Becky Guthrie, second by Tatum Aicklen to approve the agenda. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Willie Cowgur, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen Absent: Kelly Carlson, Joel Dunning   Consent Agenda: (podcast 2:55) Motion by Tatum Aicklen, second by Jeremy Farmer to approve: Consent Agenda content Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Willie Cowgur, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen Absent: Kelly Carlson, Joel Dunning   Downtown Master Plan: (podcast 3:47) Dr. Janet Schwanhausser went through the Master Planning and Design Powerpoint presentation for the downtown schools. The downtown schools consist of Old High Middle School, REBaker Elementary [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 12, 2024

Board of Education Meeting

La Junta aprueba currículo de matemáticas de $669K para K-4

La Junta Escolar de Bentonville aprobó la adopción de Eureka Math² para los grados K-4 con un costo inicial de $669,128.95. También aprobaron la agenda de consentimiento, que incluye dos expulsiones de estudiantes y el informe financiero mensual. La junta reconoció a Dan Eddy con el Premio Extra Mile y recibió información sobre las ofertas de campamentos de verano de 2024.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves $669,128.95 for new K-4 math curriculum

The Board of Education approved the adoption of Eureka Math² for grades K-4 and a new two-phase staff childcare program. Members also approved the period 8 financial report and a personnel packet. Discussion regarding attainable housing was tabled.

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      Board of Education Meeting (Tuesday, March 12, 2024) Generated by Kimberly Ross on Friday, March 15, 2024   Meeting called to order at 5:30 p.m.   Members present Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Joel Dunning, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Administration present: Debbie Jones, Lisa St. John, Janet Schwanhausser, Don Hoover, Tanya Sharp, Jennifer Morrow, Aaron Nickles, Steve Vera, Leslee Wright, Kelly Boortz   Welcome/Call to Order/Pledge: (podcast 0:35) President Carlson called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Secretary Faddis called roll. All members were present and there was a quorum.   Approve the agenda: (podcast 1:32) Motion by Willie Cowgur, second by Becky Guthrie to approve the agenda as presented. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Joel Dunning, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Recognition: (podcast 2:00) Dr. Toby Nix introduced the Extra Mile Award recipient for March, Daniel Eddy. He is a computer science teacher at Fulbright Junior High School.   Public Comments: (podcast 4:45) Isabel Townsend spoke about the NJROTC Program. Meredith Chapuis spoke in favor of the attainable housing project to get the best teachers for students. Mrs. Powers (wife to Luke Powers who originally signed up to speak) spoke in favor of affordable housing. Wendy Hughes spok [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 20, 2024

Board of Education Meeting

La junta aprueba calendario escolar alternativo y reemplazo de techo por $814,690

La junta votó cambiar de un calendario tradicional a uno alternativo tanto para los años escolares 2023/2024 como 2024/2025, lo cual requiere una exención estatal. También aprobaron un contrato de precio máximo garantizado de $814,690 para reemplazar el techo de Bentonville High School North. Se aprobaron la agenda de consentimiento y el informe financiero, y se reconoció al personal.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves $814,690 roof replacement for BHS North

The Board of Education approved a contract for roof replacement at Bentonville High School North and authorized a $20 million investment in US Treasuries. The board also transitioned the school calendar from traditional to alternate for the 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 school years.

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Board of Education Meeting (Tuesday, February 20, 2024) Generated by Kimberly Ross on Wednesday, February 21, 2024   Meeting called to order at 5:30 p.m.   Members present: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Joel Dunning, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Administration present: Debbie Jones, Tanya Sharp, Janet Schwanhausser, Lisa St. John, Jennifer Morrow, Lisa Tyler, Kelly Boortz, Don Hoover, Paul Wallace, Leslee Wright, Jack Loyd, Callie Sanchez, Billy Tipps, Martin Reynolds, Toby Nix   Welcome/Call to Order/Pledge: (podcast 5:11)   President Carlson called the meeting to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Secretary Faddis called roll. All members were present and there was a quorum.   Approve the agenda: (podcast 5:50) Motion by Willie Cowgur, second by Joel Dunning to approve the agenda as presented. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Willie Cowgur, Kelly Carlson, Jennifer Faddis, Becky Guthrie, Joel Dunning, Jeremy Farmer, Tatum Aicklen   Recognition: (podcast 6:18) Student Bella Browning introduced the Extra Mile Award recipient Callie Cawein. Bella gave examples of how her teacher, Mrs. Cawein has touched her life.   Public Comments: (podcast 9:06) One person signed up but decided not to speak.   Review Calendar: (podcast 9:46) President Carlson reviewed the upcoming calendar events.   Consent Agenda: (podcast 1 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]