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Shawnee Mission School District, KS

Shawnee Mission School District   KS average (US Census ACS)
Population231,468
Per-capita income$56,444
Median home value$321,000

Distrito escolar

Reuniones recientes

Mon Apr 14, 2025

Special Public Comment Meeting

La junta escolar celebra una reunión especial de comentarios públicos

La Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar de Shawnee Mission llevará a cabo una reunión especial de comentarios públicos. La junta adoptará la agenda y luego escuchará los comentarios públicos de los usuarios sobre temas del distrito escolar. El comentario público está programado de 5:30 a 6:00 p.m., y la reunión regular de la junta seguirá a las 6:00 p.m.

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✓ Decidido: Board adopts agenda at special public comment meeting

The Board adopted the meeting agenda. The remainder of the meeting consisted of public comments regarding diversity and inclusion, community-funded positions, student transfer policies, and library usage.

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All minutes are DRAFT until approved at a Board meeting.     Special Public Comment Meeting (Monday, April 14, 2025) Generated by Shelly Trenholm on Monday, April 14, 2025     Members present April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair     Meeting called to order at 5:30 PM       1. OPENING ITEMS Procedural: 1.01 Call to Order President Dr. Sinclair called the meeting to order at 5:30 PM.   Action: 1.02 Adoption of Agenda To adopt the agenda as presented or with changes recommended by the superintendent.   Motion by April Boyd-Noronha, second by Heather Ousley. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair     2. COMMUNICATION ITEMS   Discussion, Information: 2.01 Public Comment Andie Mitchell, Pawnee parent, SMSD substitute teacher, and volunteer with Defense of Democracy, thanked the Board, staff and community for their past support of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging efforts and urged them to continue the work moving forward. She feels the work is beneficial to students and that Shawnee Mission's commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging is valued. She asked them to support and protect SMSD teachers, librarians, adm [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Apr 14, 2025

Board Workshop Meeting

La Junta discute la política revisada sobre regalos públicos y puestos financiados por la comunidad

El taller de la Junta Escolar de Shawnee Mission incluye una primera lectura de la Política de la Junta KH revisada sobre regalos y donaciones públicas, que impactaría los puestos financiados por la comunidad. La junta también recibió actualizaciones sobre servicios de salud, servicio de alimentos y recorridos instruccionales, y aprobó una agenda de consentimiento que cubre reclamos, compras y acuerdos de asociación.

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✓ Decidido: Board adopts agenda for April 14 workshop meeting

The Board of Education adopted the meeting agenda. The superintendent provided reports on student and staff achievements, the school calendar, and the status of the former Westwood View Elementary School property sale.

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All minutes are DRAFT until approved at a Board meeting.     Board Workshop Meeting (Monday, April 14, 2025) Generated by Shelly Trenholm on Monday, April 14, 2025     Members present April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair     Meeting called to order at 6:00 PM     1. OPENING ITEMS Procedural: 1.01 Call to Order President Dr. Sinclair called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.   Procedural: 1.02 Pledge of Allegiance The Pledge of Allegiance was led by members of the Student Council from East Antioch Elementary. They were accompanied by sponsor Megan Hergenrader, Special Education teacher, and Principal Felicia Netolicky.     Action: 1.03 Adoption of Agenda To adopt the agenda as presented or with changes recommended by the superintendent.   Motion by Heather Ousley, second by Jessica Hembree. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair       2. COMMUNICATION ITEMS   Discussion: 2.01 Superintendent Report Dr. Schumacher began his report by inviting Kim Hinkle, Executive Director of the Shawnee Mission Education Foundation, to announce this year's Excellence in Education (E2), grants,  awarded for projects that fos [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 24, 2025

Special Public Comment Meeting

La Junta celebra una reunión especial de comentarios públicos antes de la sesión ordinaria

La Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar de Shawnee Mission llevará a cabo una reunión especial de comentarios públicos el 24 de marzo de 2025, de 5:30 a 6:00 p.m., para permitir que los ciudadanos se dirijan a la junta sobre temas del distrito escolar. Después de un breve receso, la reunión ordinaria de la junta comenzará a las 6:00 p.m. La agenda consiste únicamente en puntos procesales de apertura y el período de comentarios públicos; no se enumeran otros asuntos.

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✓ Decidido: Board adopted agenda at Special Public Comment Meeting

The Board of Education met for a special public comment session. The only formal action taken was the adoption of the meeting agenda. One staff member provided feedback regarding community-funded positions and the Middle School Cheerleading agenda item.

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  All minutes are DRAFT until approved at a Board meeting.     Special Public Comment Meeting (Monday, March 24, 2025) Generated by Shelly Trenholm on Tuesday, March 25, 2025     Members present April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair     Meeting called to order at 5:30 PM.     1. OPENING ITEMS Procedural: 1.01 Call to Order   Action: 1.02 Adoption of Agenda To adopt the agenda as presented or with changes recommended by the superintendent.   Motion by Heather Ousley, second by David Westbrook. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair       2. COMMUNICATION ITEMS   Discussion, Information: 2.01 Public Comment Lisa Feingold, Hocker Grove staff member, expressed that she signs up to speak at public comment to represent those that don't have a voice and to represent those who may not be able to reach out for various reasons. She thanked the Board for passing the new cell phone policy. She mentioned that she attended the Policy Review Committee meeting this afternoon due to her interest in the community-funded positions and gave some feedback to the Board regarding the discussion. Ms. Feingold closed out her time with her opinion that [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 24, 2025

Regular Board Meeting

La junta de SMSD aprueba $24.5M en reclamos, servidumbre y arrendamientos de guarderías

La Junta del Distrito Escolar de Shawnee Mission aprobó artículos de consentimiento rutinarios que incluyen reclamos por un total de $24,461,406.89, una servidumbre de construcción temporal para el distrito de bomberos en 63rd y Mission Road, y arrendamientos de guarderías de verano con JCPRD y YMCA. La junta también discutió una propuesta para agregar animadoras de escuela secundaria para el año escolar 2025-2026 y recibió una actualización legislativa del cabildero del distrito.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves agenda and multiple sets of previous meeting minutes

The Board adopted the meeting agenda and approved minutes from four separate meetings held in February and March 2025. The session included reports on student achievements, athletic championships, and a legislative update. No other substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded in the provided text.

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  All minutes are DRAFT until approved at a Board meeting.     Regular Board Meeting (Monday, March 24, 2025) Generated by Shelly Trenholm on Tuesday, March 25, 2025     Members present April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair     Meeting called to order at 6:00 PM     1. OPENING ITEMS   Procedural: 1.01 Call to Order The meeting was called to order by Dr. Sinclair at 6:00 PM.   Procedural: 1.02 Pledge of Allegiance Students representing the Student Council at Oak Park-Carpenter led the Pledge of Allegiance. They were accompanied by Principal Nikki Bennett, and group sponsors Nikki Phares, fifth grade teacher, and Alli Baker, 3rd grade teacher.     Action: 1.03 Adoption of Agenda To adopt the agenda as presented or with changes recommended by the superintendent.   Motion by Jessica Hembree, second by Jamie Borgman. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair       Action, Minutes: 1.04 Approval of Minutes, Special Board Meeting, February 24, 2025 To approve the minutes of the special meeting of February 24, 2025 as presented.   Motion by David Westbrook, second by Jamie Borgman. Final Resolution: Motion Car [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Mar 5, 2025

Special Board Meeting

La junta aprueba el viaje de la banda SM East a Winter Park, Colorado

La Junta Escolar Shawnee Mission aprobó un viaje para los estudiantes de la banda de concierto y jazz SM East para asistir al Winter Park Ski Music Festival del 19 al 23 de marzo de 2025. El gasto no debe exceder los $101,250, financiados con dinero personal y de recaudación de fondos, sin fondos del distrito. Hasta 58 estudiantes y 13 acompañantes participarán.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves SM East band trip to Winter Park, Colorado

The Board approved a trip for SM East Concert and Jazz Band students to attend the Winter Park Ski Music Festival from March 19 to March 23, 2025. The trip has an expenditure limit of $101,250.00, which will be funded by personal funds and fundraisers rather than district funds.

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All minutes are DRAFT until approved at a Board meeting.     Special Board Meeting (Wednesday, March 5, 2025) Generated by Shelly Trenholm on Wednesday, March 5, 2025     Members present April Boyd-Noronha, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair   Members absent David Westbrook, Heather Ousley       Meeting called to order at 5:00 PM.     1. OPENING ITEMS   Procedural: 1.01 Call to Order President Dr. Sinclair called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM,     Procedural: 1.02 Pledge of Allegiance Dr. Sinclair led the Pledge of Allegiance.     Action: 1.03 Adoption of Agenda To adopt the agenda as presented or with changes recommended by the superintendent.   Motion by Jamie Borgman, second by April Boyd-Noronha. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair       2. ACTION ITEMS   Action: 2.01 Approval for the SM East Concert and Jazz Band Students to Travel to Winter Park, Colorado The superintendent recommends approval of a trip with an expenditure not to exceed $101,250.00 to pay for the SM East Concert and Jazz Band students to travel to Winter Park, Colorado, March 19 – March 23, 2025. The purpose of the trip is to attend the Winter Park Ski Music Festival. The trip in [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 24, 2025

Regular Board Meeting

La Junta aprueba $10.1M en reclamos, viajes estudiantiles y contratos de instalaciones

La Junta Escolar de Shawnee Mission aprobó las actas de cinco reuniones anteriores y una agenda de consentimiento que incluyó $10,120,247.88 en reclamos generales y $55,976.84 en reclamos de compensación para trabajadores. También aceptaron donaciones para varias escuelas, autorizaron viajes estudiantiles a Dallas y Chicago, y contrataron a Hollis and Miller Architects para el 2025 Asphalt and Concrete Improvement Plan. La junta escuchó una actualización legislativa del cabildante del distrito y una evaluación del programa de operaciones y mantenimiento.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves agenda and multiple sets of meeting minutes

The Board of Education adopted the meeting agenda and approved minutes from six previous meetings held in January and February 2025. The session included reports on school closures, student achievements, and an update on the district's operations and maintenance program.

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All meetings are DRAFT until approved at a Board meeting.       Regular Board Meeting (Monday, February 24, 2025) Generated by Shelly Trenholm on Tuesday, February 25, 2025     Members present April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair     Meeting called to order at 6:00 PM     1. OPENING ITEMS Procedural: 1.01 Call to Order President Dr. Sinclair called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.   Procedural: 1.02 Pledge of Allegiance The Pledge of Allegiance was led by members of the Student Council from Santa Fe Trail Elementary. They were accompanied by Principal Kristal Leiker and Kellie Atkinson, group sponsor and third grade teacher.       Action: 1.03 Adoption of Agenda To adopt the agenda as presented or with changes recommended by the superintendent.   Motion by Heather Ousley, second by Jessica Hembree. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair       Action, Minutes: 1.04 Approval of Minutes, Special Board Meeting, January 27, 2025 To approve the minutes of the special board meeting of January 27, 2025, as presented.   Motion by Jessica Hembree, second by Jamie Borgman. Final Resolution: Motion Carries [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 24, 2025

Special Public Comment Meeting

Reunión especial de comentarios públicos para el Distrito Escolar de Shawnee Mission

Esta es una reunión especial de la junta dedicada exclusivamente a los comentarios públicos. La junta escuchará comentarios de los usuarios sobre temas del distrito escolar de 5:30 a 6:00 p.m., seguidos de un breve descanso antes de la reunión regular de la junta. No hay otros asuntos ni decisiones en la agenda.

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✓ Decidido: Board adopts agenda at special public comment meeting

The Board held a special meeting to receive public comments. No substantive policy or budgetary decisions were made during the session.

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All minutes are DRAFT until approved at a board meeting.     Special Public Comment Meeting (Monday, February 24, 2025) Generated by Shelly Trenholm on Tuesday, February 25, 2025     Members present April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair     Meeting called to order at 5:30 PM.     1. OPENING ITEMS Procedural: 1.01 Call to Order President Dr. Sinclair called the meeting to order at 5:30 PM.   Action: 1.02 Adoption of Agenda To adopt the agenda as presented or with changes recommended by the superintendent.   Motion by Heather Ousley, second by Jamie Borgman. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair       2. COMMUNICATION ITEMS   Discussion, Information: 2.01 Public Comment Steve Vockrodt, Fairway resident and district parent, spoke against recent cancellations of school due to inclement weather or to scheduled professional development days. He believes they are inconsistent and not communicated clearly. He would like to see late starts or online learning rather than cancellations.   Megan Langford, Lenexa resident, district parent, and member of Be Smart for Kids, is concerned about gun violence. She asked the Board to be proact [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 10, 2025

Board Workshop Meeting

La Junta aprueba actualizaciones tecnológicas y viajes escolares

La Junta del Distrito Escolar de Shawnee Mission aprobó artículos de consentimiento que incluyen la compra de un firewall por $100,182.37, un pedido de kits de manipulativos por $192,000 y un viaje de danza estudiantil a Orlando por $30,000. La reunión también incluyó una presentación sobre el plan estratégico del distrito.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves multiple technology and equipment purchases

The Board approved a series of consent items including cybersecurity upgrades, school uniforms, and emergency repairs. Members also received updates on the district's Strategic Plan and interpersonal skills action teams.

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All minutes are DRAFT until approved at a Board meeting.     Board Workshop Meeting (Monday, February 10, 2025) Generated by Shelly Trenholm on Tuesday, February 11, 2025   Members present April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair   Meeting called to order at 6:00 PM       1. OPENING ITEMS Procedural: 1.01 Call to Order President Dr. Mary Sinclair called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.   Procedural: 1.02 Pledge of Allegiance The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Boone Anderson, Safety Patrol member from Highlands Elementary. Boone was accompanied by Principal Laura LaHue and Maggie Carter, Instructional Coach.       Action: 1.03 Adoption of Agenda To adopt the agenda as presented or with changes recommended by the superintendent.   Motion by Jamie Borgman, second by Heather Ousley. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair       2. COMMUNICATION ITEMS   Discussion: 2.01 Superintendent Report Dr. Schumacher shared that students from all five Shawnee Mission middle schools recently put their reading knowledge to the test in a district-wide competition. The students had been busy reading books from a reading list so they co [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 10, 2025

Special Public Comment Meeting

La junta celebra una reunión especial exclusivamente para comentarios públicos

Esta es una reunión pública de comentarios donde la junta escuchará a los patrocinadores sobre temas del distrito escolar; no se programan otros asuntos ni decisiones.

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✓ Decidido: Board adopts agenda at special public comment meeting

The Board held a special meeting to receive public comment. No substantive policy decisions were made during the session.

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All minutes are DRAFT until approved at a Board meeting.       Special Public Comment Meeting (Monday, February 10, 2025) Generated by Shelly Trenholm on Tuesday, February 11, 2025   Members present April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair   Meeting called to order at 5:30 PM     1. OPENING ITEMS Procedural: 1.01 Call to Order President Dr. Mary Sinclair called the meeting to order at 5:30 PM.   Action: 1.02 Adoption of Agenda To adopt the agenda as presented or with changes recommended by the superintendent.   Motion by Heather Ousley, second by Jessica Hembree. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair       2. COMMUNICATION ITEMS   Discussion, Information: 2.01 Public Comment Dr. Elizabeth Ramirez Ault, Roeland Park resident, Roesland parent, and SMSD staff member, spoke about the current situation regarding immigration affecting SMSD students and families. She believes that families need information and clarity and open communication from the District. She asked the Board to state current District policy publicly and to translate it into different languages.     There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 5:3 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jan 27, 2025

Special Public Comment Meeting

La Junta celebra una reunión especial únicamente para comentarios públicos

Esta es una reunión especial de comentarios públicos de la Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar de Shawnee Mission. Los únicos puntos del orden del día son procedimentales (llamado al orden, adopción de la agenda) y un período de comentarios públicos de 5:30 a 6:00 p.m. No hay otros asuntos programados. La junta escuchará comentarios de los usuarios sobre temas del distrito escolar.

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✓ Decidido: Shawnee Mission School District Board adopts agenda at special meeting

The Board held a special public comment meeting where the agenda was approved. One parent provided input regarding transfer policy attendance guidelines. No other substantive decisions were made.

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All meetings are DRAFT until approved at a Board meeting.     Special Public Comment Meeting (Monday, January 27, 2025) Generated by Shelly Trenholm on Monday, January 27, 2025     Members present April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair   Members absent Jamie Borgman     Meeting called to order at 5:30 PM.     1. OPENING ITEMS Procedural: 1.01 Call to Order Dr. Sinclair called the meeting to order at 5:30 PM.   Action: 1.02 Adoption of Agenda To adopt the agenda as presented or with changes recommended by the superintendent.   Motion by Heather Ousley, second by Jessica Hembree. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair       2. COMMUNICATION ITEMS   Discussion, Information: 2.01 Public Comment Kari Ivie, McAuliffe and Trailridge parent, gave input on the transfer policy attendance guidelines. She asked the Board to consider including only unexcused absences or to eliminate the attendance guideline altogether.   There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 5:35 PM.                                       Fe [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jan 27, 2025

Regular Board Meeting

La Junta aprobará $6.5M en reclamos, discutirá actualizaciones legislativas y de evaluaciones

La Junta Escolar de Shawnee Mission considerará la aprobación de artículos de consentimiento que incluyen reclamos por un total de $6,520,437.38, reclamos de compensación para trabajadores de $14,996.51 y varios contratos. Los temas de discusión incluyen una actualización legislativa del cabildero del distrito, la revisión anual del PriorityOne Health Center y una actualización sobre los resultados de las evaluaciones de ACT y Kansas. Donaciones que superan los $23,500 para diversas escuelas y programas también se encuentran en la agenda de consentimiento.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves over $6.5M in claims and adopts meeting agenda

The Board approved the meeting agenda, previous meeting minutes, and a series of consent items. This included the approval of claims totaling $6,520,437.38. The session also featured reports on student achievements, legislative updates, and health center metrics.

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All minutes are DRAFT until approved at a Board meeting.       Regular Board Meeting (Monday, January 27, 2025) Generated by Shelly Trenholm on Monday, January 27, 2025   Members present April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair   Members absent Jamie Borgman     Meeting called to order at 6:00 PM       1. OPENING ITEMS Procedural: 1.01 Call to Order Dr. Sinclair called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.     Procedural: 1.02 Pledge of Allegiance Students from the Brookridge Elementary Bobcat Service Club led the Pledge of Allegiance. They were accompanied by Kristin Bean, Administrative Intern, and Principal Stephanie Witt. The group also distributed heart pins that they made to the Board and Cabinet members. The pins are part of their service project to raise funds for the Ronald McDonald House.       Action: 1.03 Adoption of Agenda To adopt the agenda as presented or with changes recommended by the superintendent.   Motion by Jessica Hembree, second by Heather Ousley. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair       Action, Minutes: 1.04 Approval of Minutes, Regular Board Meeting, January 13, 2025 To approve the minutes of the [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jan 13, 2025

Regular Board Meeting

La Junta discutirá el seguimiento de la política de dispositivos electrónicos personales

La Junta Escolar de Shawnee Mission discutirá una recomendación de seguimiento sobre los dispositivos electrónicos personales y recibirá una actualización de Servicios para Estudiantes y Familias. Los artículos de consentimiento incluyen la aprobación de reclamos que superan los $16.5 millones, la adopción del programa de tarifas estudiantiles 2025-2026 y varios contratos para servicios y mejoras de capital.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves $16.5M in claims and multiple meeting minutes

The Board of Education approved claims totaling $16,509,217.88 and adopted the meeting agenda. Members also approved minutes from four separate meetings held in December 2024. The board received updates on student services and personal electronic device policies.

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  All minutes are DRAFT until approved at a Board meeting.     Regular Board Meeting (Monday, January 13, 2025) Generated by Shelly Trenholm on Wednesday, January 15, 2025   Members present April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair   Meeting called to order at 6:00 PM.     1. OPENING ITEMS Procedural: 1.01 Call to Order Dr. Sinclair called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.   Procedural: 1.02 Pledge of Allegiance Members of the Student Council at Rising Star Elementary School led the Pledge of Allegiance. They were accompanied by Principal Jessica Risinger and Laura Rathbun, clerical aide and STUCO sponsor.     Action: 1.03 Adoption of Agenda To adopt the agenda as presented or with changes recommended by the superintendent.   Motion by Jessica Hembree, second by Heather Ousley. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair       Action, Minutes: 1.04 Approval of Minutes, Special Board Meeting, December 9, 2024 To approve the minutes of the special board meeting of December 9, 2024, as presented.   Motion by Heather Ousley, second by April Boyd-Noronha. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jan 13, 2025

Special Public Comment Meeting

La Junta celebra una reunión especial únicamente para comentarios públicos

Esta es una reunión especial de la Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar de Shawnee Mission dedicada exclusivamente a un período de comentarios públicos de 5:30 a 6:00 p.m. No hay otros asuntos programados. La junta adoptará la agenda y luego escuchará los comentarios de los usuarios sobre temas del distrito escolar.

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✓ Decidido: Board adopts agenda for special public comment meeting

The Board met for a special public comment session where residents and staff shared views on personal electronic device policies. No substantive policy changes or votes were made other than the adoption of the meeting agenda.

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All minutes are DRAFT until approved at a Board meeting.       Special Public Comment Meeting (Monday, January 13, 2025) Generated by Shelly Trenholm on Wednesday, January 15, 2025   Members present April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair   Members absent Jamie Borgman* *Ms. Borgman was trying to join the meeting remotely but was not able to connect due to technical difficulties in the Board Room.     Meeting called to order at 5:30 PM     1. OPENING ITEMS Procedural: 1.01 Call to Order Dr. Sinclair called the meeting to order at 5:30 PM.   Action: 1.02 Adoption of Agenda To adopt the agenda as presented or with changes recommended by the superintendent.   Motion by Heather Ousley, second by Jessica Hembree. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair       2. COMMUNICATION ITEMS   Discussion, Information: 2.01 Public Comment Diana Dewey, Briarwood parent, spoke on behalf of a group of students, parents and teachers in the Shawnee Mission School District that would like to eventually see a bell-to-bell phone-free policy. She asked the Board to follow the State Board of Education's Blue Ribbon Task Force recommendation that devices be stored in a secure location [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Dec 16, 2024

Special Board Meeting

La Junta votará sobre la tercera enmienda para la venta de Westwood View Elementary

La Junta Escolar de Shawnee Mission está considerando la aprobación de una tercera enmienda al contrato de compraventa de bienes raíces de la escuela Westwood View Elementary. La enmienda extiende el periodo de diligencia debida y traslada la fecha de cierre al 1 de julio de 2025, e incluye un reembolso de $135,000 del comprador al distrito.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves real estate amendment for Westwood View Elementary

The Board approved a third amendment to the Real Estate Purchase Agreement for the Westwood View Elementary property. The meeting also included the approval of the agenda.

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All minutes are DRAFT until approved at a Board meeting.       Special Board Meeting (Monday, December 16, 2024) Generated by Shelly Trenholm on Monday, December 16, 2024     Members present April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair     Meeting called to order at 5:00 PM.     1. OPENING ITEMS Procedural: 1.01 Call to Order Dr. Sinclair called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM.   Action, Procedural: 1.02 Approval of Agenda To adopt the agenda as presented or with changes recommended by the superintendent.   Motion by David Westbrook, second by Heather Ousley. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair Ms. Borgman joined the meeting at 5:01 PM.         2. ACTION ITEMS   Action: 2.01 Approval of Third Amendment to Real Estate Purchase Agreement for Westwood View Elementary School The superintendent recommends approval of a third amendment to the Real Estate Purchase Agreement for the Westwood View Elementary property.   Motion by Jamie Borgman, second by Heather Ousley. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair   There be [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Dec 9, 2024

Special Public Comment Meeting

Reunión especial para comentarios públicos sobre asuntos del distrito escolar

Esta es una reunión especial de comentarios públicos de la Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar de Shawnee Mission, celebrada antes de la reunión regular de la junta. El único punto del orden del día es un período de comentarios públicos de 30 minutos donde los ciudadanos pueden dirigirse a la junta sobre asuntos del distrito escolar. No se realizarán votaciones sobre políticas, contratos u otros asuntos en esta reunión.

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✓ Decidido: Board adopted agenda for special public comment meeting

The Board met for a special public comment session where residents and staff shared opinions on cell phone policies, CPR training, and transfer student attendance. No substantive policy changes or budget items were decided during the meeting.

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All meetings are DRAFT until approved at Board Meeting.       Special Public Comment Meeting (Monday, December 9, 2024) Generated by Shelly Trenholm on Tuesday, December 10, 2024     Members present April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair   Meeting called to order at 5:30 PM.     1. OPENING ITEMS Procedural: 1.01 Call to Order Dr. Sinclair called the meeting to order at 5:30 PM.   Action: 1.02 Adoption of Agenda To adopt the agenda as presented or with changes recommended by the superintendent.   Motion by Heather Ousley, second by Jamie Borgman. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair   2. COMMUNICATION ITEMS   Discussion, Information: 2.01 Public Comment Abbygale Perez, Senior at Shawnee Mission North, shared the importance of CPR training and her opinion that all teachers should receive such training during preservice.   Maria Smith, Prairie and Indian Hills parent and Prairie Village resident, spoke in favor of a bell-to-bell cell phone policy through high school.   Jessica Gattorna, Shawnee Mission East parent, advocated for a first bell to last bell cell phone policy and shared personal experiences.   Chris Huff, Ov [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Dec 9, 2024

Regular Board Meeting

La junta discutirá el nuevo currículo de matemáticas de primaria y la adopción de iReady

La junta escuchará presentaciones sobre el informe financiero anual, un nuevo recurso de currículo de matemáticas de primaria (iReady) y una recomendación sobre dispositivos electrónicos personales. También aprobaron artículos de consentimiento que incluyen reclamos por un total de $15.9 millones y compras de equipo escolar.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves agenda and previous meeting minutes

The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and minutes from three November 11, 2024, meetings. The Superintendent reported on student athletic achievements, upcoming Pre-K and Kindergarten enrollment, and a new 2-hour inclement weather delay option.

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All minutes are DRAFT until approved at a Board meeting.       Regular Board Meeting (Monday, December 9, 2024) Generated by Shelly Trenholm on Tuesday, December 10, 2024   Members present April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair     Meeting called to order at 6:00 PM.       1. OPENING ITEMS Procedural: 1.01 Call to Order Dr. Sinclair called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.   Procedural: 1.02 Pledge of Allegiance Representatives from the Positive Impact Committee and the Spirit Squad from Prairie Elementary led the Pledge of Allegiance. They were accompanied by Principal Kristen Jones.     Action: 1.03 Adoption of Agenda To adopt the agenda as presented or with changes recommended by the superintendent.   Motion by Heather Ousley, second by Jessica Hembree. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia III, Mary F Sinclair       Action, Minutes: 1.04 Approval of Minutes, Special Board Meeting, November 11, 2024 To approve the minutes of the special board meeting of November 11, 2024 as presented.   Motion by Jamie Borgman, second by Jessica Hembree. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Nov 11, 2024

Special Public Comment Meeting

Shawnee Mission School District celebra reunión especial de comentarios públicos

La junta convoca a una reunión especial específicamente para brindar una oportunidad para que las personas aborden asuntos del distrito escolar. Esta sesión está programada para comentarios públicos de 5:30 p.m. a 6:00 p.m. antes de una reunión regular de la junta.

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✓ Decidido: Shawnee Mission School District board adopts agenda at special meeting

The board held a special public comment meeting on November 11, 2024. No substantive decisions were made, and there were no speakers for public comment.

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  All minutes are DRAFT until approved at a Board meeting.       Special Public Comment Meeting (Monday, November 11, 2024) Generated by Shelly Trenholm on Tuesday, November 12, 2024   Members present April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia, Mary F Sinclair   Members absent Jamie Borgman       Meeting called to order at 5:30 PM       1. OPENING ITEMS Procedural: 1.01 Call to Order Dr. Sinclair called the meeting to order at 5:30 PM>   Action: 1.02 Adoption of Agenda To adopt the agenda as presented or with changes recommended by the superintendent.   Motion by Heather Ousley, second by Jessica Hembree. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia, Mary F Sinclair       2. COMMUNICATION ITEMS   Discussion, Information: 2.01 Public Comment There were no speakers for Public Comment.   There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 5:30 PM.                                        December 9, 2024                Date                 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Nov 11, 2024

Regular Board Meeting

La Junta aprueba $6.5M en reclamos, discute plataforma legislativa 2025

La Junta Escolar de Shawnee Mission aprobó artículos de consentimiento que incluyen $6.5 millones en reclamos y discutió la plataforma legislativa 2025, un sistema de alerta de crisis y el modelo educativo KESA 2.0.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves $6.5M in claims and student trip to New York City

The Board approved several consent items, including over $6.5 million in general claims and a student trip to New York City. Members also received presentations on a new crisis alert system and the KESA 2.0 accreditation model.

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All minutes are DRAFT until approved at a Board meeting.       Regular Board Meeting (Monday, November 11, 2024) Generated by Shelly Trenholm on Tuesday, November 12, 2024   Members present April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman (by phone), Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia, Mary F Sinclair   Meeting called to order at 6:00 PM       1. OPENING ITEMS   Procedural: 1.01 Call to Order Dr. Sinclair called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.     Procedural: 1.02 Pledge of Allegiance Students from Nieman Elementary student council led the Pledge of Allegiance and then introduced themselves. They were accompanied by Principal Kiley Tenbrink, Anne Kwon, social worker, and Emile Carter, art teacher.   Action: 1.03 Adoption of Agenda To adopt the agenda as presented or with changes recommended by the superintendent.   Motion by Jessica Hembree, second by Heather Ousley. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia, Mary F Sinclair     Action, Minutes: 1.04 Approval of Minutes, Special Board Meeting, October 28, 2024 To approve the minutes of the special board meeting of October 28, 2024 as presented.   Motion by Mario Garcia, second by Heather Ousley. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noron [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Oct 28, 2024

Special Public Comment Meeting

Reunión especial de la Junta Escolar de Shawnee Mission para comentarios públicos el 28 de octubre

La Junta Escolar de Shawnee Mission llevará a cabo una reunión especial de comentarios públicos para permitir que los usuarios se dirijan a la junta sobre temas del distrito escolar. El período de comentarios públicos se llevará a cabo de 5:30 a 6:00 p.m., después de lo cual comenzará la reunión regular de la junta. La agenda también incluye puntos procesales como la convocatoria al orden y la adopción de la agenda, la cual fue aprobada.

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✓ Decidido: Board adopts agenda at special public comment meeting

The Board adopted the meeting agenda. The remainder of the meeting consisted of public comments regarding cell phone policies and STEM qualifiers for the Real World Learning program; no other formal actions were taken.

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  All minutes are DRAFT until approved at a Board meeting.       Special Public Comment Meeting (Monday, October 28, 2024) Generated by Shelly Trenholm on Tuesday, October 29, 2024   Members present April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia, Mary F Sinclair   Meeting called to order at 5:30 PM.     1. OPENING ITEMS Procedural: 1.01 Call to Order Dr. Sinclair called the meeting to order at 5:30 PM.   Action: 1.02 Adoption of Agenda To adopt the agenda as presented or with changes recommended by the superintendent.   Motion by Heather Ousley, second by April Boyd-Noronha. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia, Mary F Sinclair       2. COMMUNICATION ITEMS   Discussion, Information: 2.01 Public Comment Diana Dewey, Briarwood parent, read a petition regarding a cell phone policy that she co-wrote and began circulating on October 1. There are 1,097 signatures on the petition to date. Copies of the petition responses were shared with the Board.   Leslie Smith, Prairie Village resident and Belinder parent, shared some of the comments gathered through the petition with the Board.   Gabrielle Morris, Mission resident and Rushton parent, spoke in support of a full bell-to-bell phone-free policy vers [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Oct 28, 2024

Regular Board Meeting

Primera lectura de la política revisada de inscripción abierta para estudiantes no residentes

La junta llevará a cabo una primera lectura de una política revisada (JBCD) que rige la inscripción abierta para estudiantes no residentes, actualizando las definiciones y la determinación de la capacidad. También están programadas una presentación sobre la actualización del primer trimestre del Plan Estratégico y el informe financiero de la junta de septiembre de 2024. La junta ya ha aprobado las actas de varias reuniones anteriores.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves $7.58M in claims and various administrative items

The Board approved several sets of meeting minutes and a consent agenda that included over $7.57 million in claims. Members received a first-quarter update on the Strategic Plan Cycle II and a financial report noting that all ESSER funds have been used.

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All minutes are DRAFT until approved at a Board meeting.         Regular Board Meeting (Monday, October 28, 2024) Generated by Shelly Trenholm on Tuesday, October 29, 2024   Members present April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia, Mary F Sinclair   Members absent Jamie Borgman   Meeting called to order at 6:00 PM.       1. OPENING ITEMS Procedural: 1.01 Call to Order Dr. Sinclair called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.   Procedural: 1.02 Pledge of Allegiance Students from Pawnee Elementary led the Pledge of Allegiance. They were accompanied by Principal Melissa Happel, Bernadette Roche, Student Council sponsor and Library Media Specialist, and Kate Bettega, Resource Teacher, all from Pawnee Elementary.   Action: 1.03 Adoption of Agenda To adopt the agenda as presented or with changes recommended by the superintendent.   Motion by Jessica Hembree, second by April Boyd-Noronha. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia, Mary F Sinclair       Action, Minutes: 1.04 Approval of Minutes, Special Meeting, September 9, 2024 To approve the minutes of the special board meeting of September 9, 2024 as presented.   Motion by Mario Garcia, second by Jessica Hembree. Final Resolution: Moti [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Oct 14, 2024

Special Public Comment Meeting

Reunión especial para comentarios públicos sobre asuntos escolares

Esta es una reunión especial de comentarios públicos de la Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar de Shawnee Mission. La junta escuchará comentarios de los usuarios sobre asuntos del distrito escolar de 5:30 a 6:00 p.m., seguido de una reunión regular de la junta. No hay otros asuntos sustantivos en esta agenda.

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✓ Decidido: Board adopts agenda at Special Public Comment Meeting

The Board approved the meeting agenda. Residents provided public comment regarding school excellence, phone-free school days, and gun safety education; however, no formal actions were taken on these topics.

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  All minutes are DRAFT until approved at a Board meeting.     Special Public Comment Meeting (Monday, October 14, 2024) Generated by Shelly Trenholm on Monday, October 14, 2024   Members present April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia, Mary F Sinclair   Meeting called to order at 5:30 PM.     1. OPENING ITEMS Procedural: 1.01 Call to Order The meeting was called to order by Dr. Sinclair at 5:30 PM.   Action: 1.02 Adoption of Agenda To adopt the agenda as presented or with changes recommended by the superintendent.   Motion by Heather Ousley, second by David Westbrook. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia, Mary F Sinclair       2. COMMUNICATION ITEMS   Discussion, Information: 2.01 Public Comment Ralph Varnum, Prairie Village resident, stated that he has benefited from public action and that good schools are an asset to Johnson County. He would like to see excellence maintained in Shawnee Mission schools. He shared his excitement about the possibilities of Artificial Intelligence and gave each member of the Board a copy of the book  Brave New Words  by Salman Khan.   Anthony Dummermuth, Merriam resident and parent of students at Shawnee Mission North and Crestview, expressed his support of a [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Oct 14, 2024

Board Workshop Meeting

La Junta considera política para almacenar naloxona en las escuelas y revisa las reglas de actividades estudiantiles

El taller de la Junta Escolar de Shawnee Mission incluye las primeras lecturas de dos políticas: una que autoriza al personal del distrito a administrar antagonistas opioides de emergencia como la naloxona, y otra que revisa la elegibilidad de las actividades estudiantiles y la gestión de fondos. La junta también escuchará una actualización sobre el programa de Recursos Humanos. No hay votaciones programadas sobre estos temas en esta reunión; son temas de discusión.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves $52.4M in claims and new weather alert system

The Board approved a consent agenda including over $52 million in claims and a five-year contract for a weather monitoring system. Members also held first readings for several board policies and received updates on human resources and strategic planning.

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  All minutes are considered DRAFT until approved at a Board meeting.     Board Workshop Meeting (Monday, October 14, 2024) Generated by Shelly Trenholm on Tuesday, October 15, 2024   Members present April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia, Mary F Sinclair   Meeting called to order at 6:00 PM.       1. OPENING ITEMS Procedural: 1.01 Call to Order Dr. Sinclair called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.   Procedural: 1.02 Pledge of Allegiance Dr. Sinclair led the Pledge of Allegiance.   Action: 1.03 Adoption of Agenda To adopt the agenda as presented or with changes recommended by the superintendent.   Motion by Heather Ousley, second by Jessica Hembree. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia, Mary F Sinclair       2. COMMUNICATION ITEMS   Discussion: 2.01 Superintendent Report Dr. Schumacher began his report by mentioning that the SMSD community celebrated being ALL IN at the 2024 Shawnee Mission Education Foundation Fall Breakfast last week. He expressed that he is proud that our community had the opportunity to see so many of our students, educators, and programs from across the district. He enjoyed presenting a special live episode of our podcast, Shawnee Mission Mic’d Up, with student h [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Sep 9, 2024

Special Public Comment Meeting

Periodo de comentarios públicos para el Distrito Escolar de Shawnee Mission

Esta es una reunión especial dedicada exclusivamente a los comentarios públicos sobre temas del distrito escolar, sin acciones sustantivas ni propuestas programadas de la junta. La junta adoptará la agenda como un asunto procedimental y luego escuchará los comentarios de los usuarios.

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Mon Sep 9, 2024

Regular Board Meeting

La junta aprueba $3.35M en reclamos y $2.94M en transferencias de fondos

La junta adoptó la agenda, aprobó las actas anteriores y escuchó los informes del superintendente y de la junta. Discutieron actualizaciones sobre Real World Learning y la participación atlética de los estudiantes. Posteriormente, la junta aprobó una agenda de consentimiento que incluye reclamos, transferencias de fondos, compras y contratos.

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Mon Aug 26, 2024

Special Public Comment Meeting

Reunión especial para comentarios públicos sobre asuntos escolares

Esta reunión especial de la Junta Escolar de Shawnee Mission está dedicada exclusivamente a los comentarios públicos. La junta primero adoptará la agenda tal como se presenta. El comentario público está programado de 5:30 a 6:00 p.m., con cada orador limitado a tres minutos. La agenda es mayormente procedimental y no contiene elementos de decisión sustantivos.

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✓ Decidido: Board adopts agenda for special public comment meeting

The board held a special meeting to receive public comments regarding a task force and community-funded positions. No substantive policy decisions or votes on the task force recommendations were made.

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  All minutes are DRAFT until approved at a Board meeting.   Special Public Comment Meeting (Monday, August 26, 2024) Generated by Shelly Trenholm on Tuesday, August 27, 2024   Members present April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia, Mary F Sinclair   Meeting called to order at 5:30 PM.     1. OPENING ITEMS Procedural: 1.01 Call to Order Dr. Sinclair called the meeting to order at 5:30 PM.   Action: 1.02 Adoption of Agenda To adopt the agenda as presented or with changes recommended by the superintendent.   Motion by Jamie Borgman, second by April Boyd-Noronha. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: April Boyd-Noronha, David Westbrook, Heather Ousley, Jamie Borgman, Jessica Hembree, Mario Garcia, Mary F Sinclair   2. COMMUNICATION ITEMS   Discussion, Information: 2.01 Public Comment Laura Donnelly, Prairie parent, asked the task force members why they hadn't reached out to those affected by their recommendation and asked them to slow down the process until they have met with those communities.   Lincoln King and Francie Garrison, members of the SM East SHARE program, gave statistics on how the SHARE program supports the entire community. They'd like to see the program expanded to other schools in the district.   Scott Hull questioned the timing of the task force and the foc [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]