The Baxter Springs board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, June 11, 2018 at
6:00 p.m. at 1108 Military. Members present were: DeAnne Binns, Chuck Sweeton, Mary
Kirkpatrick, Brandon Williams and Josh Sweaney. Members absent were: Dusty Deringer and
Casey Eaton. Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Clerk,
Cory White, HS Principal, Jason Walker, MS Principal, Kenny Boeckman, LS Principal, Art
Roberts, Alternative Learning Director and Daniel Berryhill, pastor of First Assembly of God.
President Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Brandon Williams led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance and Daniel Berryhill led
in prayer.
Brandon Williams made a motion to approve the agenda, removing Item VII b, Negotiations.
Chuck Sweeton seconded. Carried 5-0.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the
bills, approval of minutes of May 14 and May 23, 2018 and approval of the treasurer’s report.
Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 5-0.
President Binns opened the hearing on republication of the Bilingual Education budget. No one
present had any questions or comments. Josh Sweaney made a motion to approve the
Bilingual Education budget as republished. Chuck Sweeton seconded. Carried 5-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft presented meal prices for the 2018-2019 school year as
recommended by KSDE. Recommended prices are as follows:
Student Breakfast K-12 $1.55
Student Lunch K-6 $2.50
Student Lunch 7-12 $2.75
Adult Breakfast $2.15
Adult Lunch $3.65
Brandon Williams made a motion to approve the meal prices for the 2018-2019 school year as
presented. Chuck Sweeton seconded. Carried. 5-0.
President Binns thanked the board for their help with the all school reunion and noted a
donation of $250 was given to the traffic light fund.
Superintendent Pendergraft asked the board for approval for the Superintendent and Clerk to
close out the year and make transfers as needed. Mary Kirkpatrick made a motion to allow the
Superintendent and Clerk to close out the year and make transfers as necessary. Josh
Sweaney seconded. Carried 5-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft established the date of Monday, June 18, 2018 from 5–8 pm as a
board work session.
Superintendent Pendergraft reported on a pending contract to sell the property at 120 W 16th,
Baxter Springs, for $5,000.
Brandon Williams made a motion to approve the sale of the property at 120 W 16th, Baxter
Springs, for $5,000 and to grant permission for Superintendent Pendergraft to sign deeds to
the property on behalf of the USD 508 school district. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 5-0.
Building reports were given as follows:
LINCOLN – Principal Boeckman reported on KRR Summer School and the upcoming
Jumpstart summer school program.
MIDDLE SCHOOL – Principal Walker reported on summer school and summer preparations to
the MS building.
HIGH SCHOOL – Principal White reported on cosmetic updates to the building, concession
stand and parking lot lighting.
ALTERNATIVE LEARNING– Mr. Roberts reported on summer school and virtual credits.
President Binns made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss an individual
employee pursuant to the non-elected personnel exception under KOMA, and the open
meeting will resume in 5 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board,
Superintendent and HS Principal. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 5-0.
6:16 p.m. Enter executive session.
6:21 p.m. Resume regular session.
No action was taken on Item VIII, Resignations.
Cory White made a recommendation to hire Art Roberts as HS Girls Golf Coach for the 2018-
19 school year. Josh Sweaney made a motion to accept the recommendation of Cory White to
hire Art Roberts as HS Girls Golf Coach for the 2018-19 school year. Brandon Williams
seconded. Carried 5-0.
Brandon Williams made a motion to adjourn. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 5-0.
6:25 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Carrie Oakes DeAnne Binns
Clerk/Board of Education President/Board of Education
The board of Education of USD 508 held a special meeting on
Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at 1108 Military. Members
present were: DeAnne Binns, Chuck Sweeton, Brandon Williams,
Mary Kirkpatrick, Dusty Deringer (via phone) and Josh Sweaney (via
phone). Members absent were: Casey Eaton. Also present were:
David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Clerk, Robert
Womack, CS Principal and Kenny Boeckman, LS Principal.
President Binns called the meeting to order at 11:00 a.m.
Brandon Williams made a motion to approve the agenda as printed.
Chuck Sweeton seconded. Carried 6-0.
Mary Kirkpatrick made a motion to enter into executive session to
discuss an individual employee pursuant to the non-elected
personnel exception under KOMA, and the open meeting will resume
in 10 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board,
Superintendent and building principals. Chuck Sweeton seconded.
Carried 6-0.
11:00 a.m. Enter executive session.
11:10 a.m. Resume regular session.
President Binns presented a resignation from Alayna VonMoss for
HS Assistant Softball and Nikki Williams for MS Assistant Track.
Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the resignation from
Alayna VonMoss for HS Assistant Softball and Nikki Williams for MS
Assistant Track as presented. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 6-
0.
Kenny Boeckman made a recommendation to hire Casey Swartz as
an elementary teacher for the 2018-19 school year. Mary Kirkpatrick
made a motion to accept the recommendation of Kenny Boeckman to
hire Casey Swartz as an elementary teacher for the 2018-19 school
year. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.
Kenny Boeckman made a recommendation to hire Haley Carpino as
an elementary teacher for the 2018-19 school year. Brandon
Williams made a motion to accept the recommendation of Kenny
Boeckman to hire Haley Carpino as an elementary teacher for the
2018-19 school year. Chuck Sweeton seconded. Carried 6-0.
Robert Womack made a recommendation to hire Autumn Carson as
6th grade teacher for the 2018-19 school year. Chuck Sweeton made
a motion to accept the recommendation of Robert Womack to hire
Autumn Carson as 6th grade teacher for the 2018-19 school year.
Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 6-0.
Robert Womack made a recommendation to hire Barbara Wilkerson
as 6th grade teacher for the 2018-19 school year. Mary Kirkpatrick
made a motion to accept the recommendation of Robert Womack to
hire Barbara Wilkerson as 6th grade teacher for the 2018-19 school
year. Chuck Sweeton seconded. Carried 6-0.
Brandon Williams made a motion to adjourn. Chuck Sweeton
seconded. Carried 6-0.
11:13 a.m. Meeting adjourned.
Carrie Oakes DeAnne Binns
Clerk/Board of Education President/Board of Education
The Baxter Springs board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, May 14, 2018 at
6:00 p.m. at 1108 Military. Members present were: DeAnne Binns, Chuck Sweeton, Brandon
Williams, Dusty Deringer, Mary Kirkpatrick, Casey Eaton and Josh Sweaney. Also present
were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal,
Jason Walker, MS Principal, Kenny Boeckman, LS Principal, Roger Reynolds, HS Assistant
Principal, Art Roberts, Alternative Learning Director, Arthur Commons, Ross Davis, Courtney
Buck, Neil & Laura Spencer, Charles Rector and Chris Swartz.
President Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Brandon Williams led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance.
Dusty Deringer made a motion to approve the agenda, adding Neil and Laura Spencer under
Item III AA. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 7-0.
Brandon Williams made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of
the bills, approval of minutes of April 9 and April 19, 2018 and approval of the treasurer’s
report. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 7-0.
Neil and Laura Spencer addressed the board with specific concerns. President Binns
expressed her appreciation for the information and assured them that the board would discuss
their concerns at a later time.
Superintendent Pendergraft updated the board on the food service contract renewal. He
recommended that the district accept a bid from OPAA Food Service.
Mary Kirkpatrick made a motion to support Superintendent Pendergraft’s recommendation to
accept a bid from OPAA Food Service. Dusty Deringer seconded. Carried 7-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft gave special recognition to Cyndi Sutterby for her continued effort
in our food service department.
Superintendent Pendergraft reported that the annual state audit revealed additional funding is
available due to enrollment in the bilingual fund and asked the board to republish the bilingual
budget in order to capture these additional funds.
Brandon Williams made a motion to support Superintendent Pendergraft’s request to republish
the bilingual fund. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 7-0.
President Binns gave a special thanks for everyone involved in making graduation a success.
Superintendent Pendergraft requested consideration of a coop relationship with USD 404
Riverton Schools for cross country.
Josh Sweaney made a motion to enter into a coop relationship with USD 404 Riverton for
Cross Country for the 2018-2019 school year. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 7-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft reported on the possible sale of the property at 120 W 16th St.,
Baxter Springs, KS 66713.
Josh Sweaney made a motion to approve Superintendent Pendergraft to begin negotiations for
the sale of the property at 120 W 16th St. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 7-0.
Building reports were given as follows:
LINCOLN – Principal Boeckman reported on end of year transition and IEP meetings,
technology training, and an increase in preschool numbers for next year. He also gave a
special thanks to the First Baptist Church for their generosity during Teacher Appreciation
Week.
MIDDLE SCHOOL – Principal Walker reported on a recent student council dance, the end of
track season, and the 8th grade play with a special thanks to Lori Kellum for 18 years as
director. He also reported on state assessment results, teacher appreciation week and the
BMS reward day with a huge thank you to Cyndi Sutterby and the kitchen staff for their help in
making the day a success.
HIGH SCHOOL – Principal White reported on the state band and choir competition, noting
several I ratings for the students. He also reported on the combined HS & MS band and choir
concert, state assessments results and the senior assembly and graduation. He gave a special
thanks to Shelly Bottorff, Jami Thiessen, Nancy Daniels, Misha Himes and many others who
helped make the events a success. Last, he mentioned the upcoming regional games for
spring sports.
ALTERNATIVE LEARNING– Mr. Roberts reported that 12 seniors recently graduated through
the alternative learning program. He also mentioned summer school and the end of the Adult
season.
Curriculum director Arthur Commons reported on current curriculum and state assessment
trends.
Technology director Ross Davis reported on current and upcoming technology in the district.
Deanne Binns made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss an individual
employee pursuant to the non-elected personnel exception under KOMA, and the open
meeting will resume in 10 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board,
Superintendent and high school principal. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 7-0.
7:55 p.m. Enter executive session.
8:05 p.m. Resume regular session.
Deanne Binns made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss an individual
employee pursuant to the non-elected personnel exception under KOMA, and the open
meeting will resume in 5 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board,
Superintendent, high school principal and athletic director. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 7-
0.
8:05 p.m. Enter executive session.
8:10 p.m. Resume regular session.
Deanne Binns made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss proposals for teachers
pursuant to the exception for employer-employee negotiations under KOMA, and the open
meeting will resume in 10 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board and
Superintendent. Dusty Deringer seconded. Carried 7-0.
8:10 p.m. Enter executive session.
8:20 p.m. Resume regular session.
President Binns presented a resignation from Gail Edmondson for elementary teacher, Morgan
Westervelt for HS Assistant Volleyball and Anthony Roberts for MS Assistant Football.
Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the resignation from Gail Edmondson for
elementary teacher, Morgan Westervelt for HS Assistant Volleyball and Anthony Roberts for
MS Assistant Football as presented. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 7-0.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to rehire all certified staff for the 2018-2019 school year. Dusty
Deringer seconded. Carried 7-0.
David Pendergraft made a recommendation to hire Amber Marrett as Elementary Counselor
for the 2018-19 school year. Mary Kirkpatrick made a motion to accept the recommendation of
David Pendergraft to hire Amber Marrett as Elementary Counselor for the 2018-19 school
year. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 7-0.
Cory White made a recommendation to hire Hannah Hull as HS English teacher for the 2018-
19 school year. Casey Eaton made a motion to accept the recommendation of Cory White to
hire Hannah Hull as HS English teacher for the 2018-19 school year. Josh Sweaney
seconded. Carried 7-0.
Cory White made a recommendation to hire Anthony Roberts as HS Head Cross Country
Coach for the 2018-2019 school year. Dusty Deringer made a motion to accept the
recommendation of Cory White to hire Anthony Roberts as HS Head Cross Country Coach for
the 2018-19 school year. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 7-0.
David Pendergraft made a recommendation to hire Louis Morgan for HS and MS Play for the
2018-2019 school year. Josh Sweaney made a motion to accept the recommendation of Cory
White to hire Louis Morgan for HS and MS Play for the 2018-19 school year. Casey Eaton
seconded. Carried 7-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft gave a special note of appreciation to Gail Edmondson for 33
years of dedicated service.
Brandon Williams made a motion to adjourn. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 7-0.
8:24 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Carrie Oakes DeAnne Binns
Clerk/Board of Education President/Board of Education
The USD 508 board of education held a special board meeting on Thursday,
April 18, 2018 at 12:00 p.m. at 1108 Military. Members present were: DeAnne
Binns, Chuck Sweeton, Mary Kirkpatrick, Brandon Williams and Casey Eaton.
Members absent were: Dusty Deringer and Josh Sweaney. Also present
were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, and Carrie Oakes, Clerk, and Cory
White, HS Principal.
President Binns called the meeting to order at 12:00 p.m.
Brandon Williams made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Mary
Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 5-0.
President Binns presented letters of resignation from the following: Jennifer
Thater as HS Language Arts Teacher and STUCO Advisor, Brenda Locke as HS
Play Director and Travis Avery as HS Head Cross Country Coach and HS
Assistant Track Coach. Casey Eaton made a motion to accept the resignations
of Jennifer Thater as HS Language Arts Teacher and STUCO Advisor, Brenda
Locke as HS Play Director and Travis Avery as HS Head Cross Country Coach
and HS Assistant Track Coach as presented. Brandon Williams seconded.
Carried 5-0.
Brandon Williams made a motion to adjourn. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded.
Carried 5-0.
12:01 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Carrie Oakes DeAnne Binns
Clerk/Board of Education President/Board of Education
The Baxter Springs board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, April 9, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. at 1108 Military. Members present were: Chuck Sweeton, Mary Kirkpatrick, Dusty Deringer, DeAnne Binns, Casey Eaton and Josh Sweaney. Members absent were: Brandon Williams. Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Jason Walker, MS Principal, Robert Womack, CS Principal, Ross Davis, Courtney Buck, Stephanie Dewey, Chris Swartz, Cory Moates and Daryl Eagon.
President Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Chuck Sweeton led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance.
Mary Kirkpatrick made a motion to approve the agenda, adding an executive session under item VI for the acquisition of real property. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 6-0.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the bills, approval of minutes of March 12, 2018 and approval of the treasurer’s report. Dusty Deringer seconded. Carried 6-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft reported on the district’s ongoing accreditation process and the upcoming Challenge Awards Assembly.
Building reports were given as follows:
CENTRAL – Principal Womack expounded more on the Challenge Awards and also reported on state assessments, the accreditation process, Central’s participation in the living history museum and the upcoming field day in May.
MIDDLE SCHOOL – Principal Walker reported on track season, including the BMS invitation on Thursday, recent science classroom activities, state assessments, Challenge Awards, and the upcoming 8th grade play with a special thanks to Lori Kellum and Brenda Locke for their hard work. The play will be at 7:00 pm on April 30 and May 3.
HIGH SCHOOL – Principal White reported on state assessments with a special thanks to Arthur Commons for organizing testing day. He also spoke about spring sports, CNC music festival, the athletic banquet, career day and the combined choir concert that was held on March 15. Last, he reported on the accreditation process, SITE council meetings, LCC concurrent class meetings and gave a special thanks to the technology department for their hard work in the upcoming technology updates for the high school.
Chuck Sweeton commended Mr. White for conducting a discussion with students the day of the Student Walk Out in March. It was noted that it was beneficial for both staff and students.
Daryl Eagon, CPA of Diehl, Banwort & Bolton, presented the audit findings for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017. There were no violations. Chuck Sweeton made a motion to accept the audit report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017 as presented. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 6-0.
Chuck Sweeton noted a special thanks to the staff members involved in making the audit a success.
Cory Moates, Cherokee County Commissioner, presented a check for $50,000 on behalf of the county to go towards the traffic signal at the high school.
Ross Davis reported on technology changes at the high school and the process of switching from laptops to iPads.
Dusty Deringer made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss an individual employee pursuant to the non-elected personnel exception under KOMA, and the open meeting will resume in 25 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent, Principal White and Principal Walker. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 6-0.
7:27 p.m. Enter executive session. 7:52 p.m. Resume regular session.
Dusty Deringer made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss an individual employee pursuant to the non-elected personnel exception under KOMA, and the open meeting will resume in 10 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent, Principal White and Principal Walker. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 6-0.
7:52 p.m. Enter executive session. 8:02 p.m. Resume regular session.
Casey Eaton made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss property pursuant to the exception for preliminary discussion of the acquisition of real property under KOMA, and the open meeting will resume in 15 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board and Superintendent. Chuck Sweeton seconded. Carried 6-0.
8:02 p.m. Enter executive session. 8:17 p.m. Resume regular session.
Dusty Deringer made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss an individual employee pursuant to the non-elected personnel exception under KOMA, and the open meeting will resume in 5 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent, Principal White and Principal Walker. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 6-0.
8:17 p.m. Enter executive session. 8:22 p.m. Resume regular session.
Superintendent Pendergraft presented a resignation from Heather Parrish for HS Girls Golf and Melinda Martin for HS Science. Josh Sweaney made a motion to accept the resignation of Heather Parrish for HS Girls Golf and Melinda Martin for HS Science as presented. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 6-0.
Cory White made a recommendation to hire Keylie Baldwin as HS Science teacher for the 2018-19 school year. Chuck Sweeton made a motion to accept the recommendation of Cory
White to hire Keylie Baldwin as HS Science teacher for the 2018-19 school year. DeAnne Binns seconded. Carried 6-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft reported on a pending contract to sell the property at 1020 Military Ave, Baxter Springs, for $28,500.
Mary Kirkpatrick made a motion to approve the sale of the property at 1020 Military Ave, Baxter Springs, for $28,500 and to grant permission for Superintendent Pendergraft to sign deeds to the property on behalf of the USD 508 school district. Chuck Sweeton seconded. Carried 6-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft made a recommendation that the board forgive the snow days of January 15-17, 2018 and February 5, 2018. Dusty Deringer made a motion to forgive the snow days of January 15-17, 2018 and February 5, 2018. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 6-0.
Casey Eaton made a motion to adjourn. Chuck Sweeton seconded. Carried 6-0. 8:29 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Carrie Oakes DeAnne Binns
Clerk/Board of Education President/Board of Education
The Baxter Springs board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, March 12, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. at 1108 Military. Members present were: DeAnne Binns, Casey Eaton, Brandon Williams, Josh Sweaney, Dusty Deringer and Chuck Sweeton. Members absent were: Mary Kirkpatrick. Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Clerk, Roger Reynolds, HS Assistant Principal, Jason Walker, MS Principal, Robert Womack, CS Principal, Kenny Boeckman LS Principal, Art Roberts, Alternative Learning Director, Stephanie Dewey, MS Teacher and Cody Graves, pastor of First Christian Church.
President Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Brandon Williams led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance and Cody Graves led the board and guests in a word of prayer.
Dusty Deringer made a motion to approve the agenda, adding an executive session for a student issue under Item VI and a school improvement plan from Dusty Deringer under Item VII. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 6-0.
Josh Sweaney made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the bills, approval of minutes of February 12, 2018 and approval of the treasurer’s report. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.
President Binns expressed the boards pleasure in the success of the high school girls basketball team, including a special thanks to the coaches, players, cheerleaders and band students involved.
Superintendent Pendergraft presented a resignation from Paul Ashe for HS Head Golf. Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the resignation of Paul Ashe for HS Head Golf as presented. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 6-0.
Superintendent Pendegraft also gave an update on the RFP process for the district’s food service renewal and apprised the board on state financial information.
Building reports were given as follows:
LINCOLN - Principal Boeckman reported on preschool screenings Thursday, March 15, upcoming building meetings, a KTOY visit, a kindergarten trip to the Amazeum and end of year activities.
CENTRAL – Principal Womack reported on 6th grade field trips, upcoming AR & math assemblies and state assessment testing.
MIDDLE SCHOOL – Principal Walker reported on an upcoming track meet in Galena, class visits to area businesses, preparing for state assessments and the new building sign on the west side of the building visible from the highway.
Josh Sweaney stepped out of the meeting at 6:15 pm and returned at 6:22 pm.
HIGH SCHOOL – Assistant Principal Reynolds congratulated Leslie Bowman for being nominated the 2018-2019 KTOY representative for USD 508. He also gave a special thanks to Shelly Bottorff for organizing the ACT test in February and Leslie Bowman for hosting the annual blood drive. Reynolds also reported on upcoming state assessments, Career Day and the sports and athletic banquet. Last, he spoke about the end of the basketball season, congratulating our boys for a great season and the girls for making the state finals at Emporia, specifically recognizing all the coaches and assistant coaches. He also mentioned CNC League honors: Girls - 1st team Delaney Barnes, 2nd team Abbey Underhill and Honorable Mention Kassity Shafer. Boys – 1st team Trey White, 2nd team Max Sheffer and Honorable Mention Preston Landis.
Art Roberts reported on the accreditation process for the alternative learning center and a recent summit he attended discussing curriculum. He also mentioned that we have had 6 high school students and 3 adult students that have met the requirements for graduation so far this year, along with one adult who has obtained his GED. He also has one former student that is enrolling at MSSU and one entering military service. He finished by reporting on parent teacher conferences.
Superintendent Pendergraft presented resolution number 31218 concerning USD 508’s participation in the Neighborhood Revitalization Program.
Brandon Williams made a motion to approve resolution number 31218 on the Neighborhood Revitalization Program. Josh Sweaney seconded. A roll call vote was taken with Casey Eaton, Dusty Deringer, DeAnne Binns, Chuck Sweeton, Brandon Williams and Josh Sweaney voting aye. There were no nay votes. Motion carried 6-0.
Deanne Binns made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss negotiations pursuant to the exception for employer-employee negotiations under KOMA, and the open meeting will resume in 5 minutes in the board room. This meeting is to include the board and Superintendent. Dusty Deringer seconded. Carried 6-0.
6:31 p.m. Enter executive session. 6:36 p.m. Resume regular session.
Dusty Deringer made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss confidential student information pursuant to the exception relating to actions adversely or favorable affecting a student under KOMA, and the open meeting will resume in 5 minutes in the board room. This meeting is to include the board and Superintendent. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.
6:37 p.m. Enter executive session. 6:42 p.m. Resume regular session.
Dusty Deringer made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss an individual employee pursuant to non-elected personnel exception under KOMA, and the open meeting will resume in 30 minutes in the board room. This meeting is to include the board and Superintendent. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.
6:43 p.m. Enter executive session. 7:13 p.m. Resume regular session.
Josh Sweaney made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss an individual employee pursuant to non-elected personnel exception under KOMA, and the open meeting will resume in 20 minutes in the board room. This meeting is to include the board and Superintendent. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.
7:13 p.m. Enter executive session. 7:33 p.m. Resume regular session.
Josh Sweaney made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss an individual employee pursuant to non-elected personnel exception under KOMA, and the open meeting will resume in 10 minutes in the board room. This meeting is to include the board and Superintendent. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.
7:33 p.m. Enter executive session. 7:43 p.m. Resume regular session.
Dusty Deringer discussed a new program for developing strategic direction for the district on graduation rate, budget and cohesiveness as a district towards our vision and mission statement.
Dusty Deringer made a motion for Superintendent Pendergraft to form a committee to begin discussions on developing new strategies. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 6-0.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to extend the contract of Superintendent Pendergraft to the year 2021. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.
Josh Sweaney made a motion that all administrator contracts be extended through the 2019-20 school year. Chuck Sweeton seconded. Carried 6-0.
David Pendergraft made a recommendation to hire Nate Thompson as HS Assistant Baseball Coach for the 2017-18 school year. Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the recommendation of David Pendergraft to hire Nate Thompson as HS Assistant Baseball Coach for the 2017-18 school year. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 6-0.
David Pendergraft made a recommendation to hire Chris Swartz as HS Head Gold Coach for the 2017-18 school year. Dusty Deringer made a motion to accept the
recommendation of David Pendergraft to hire Chris Swartz as HS Head Gold Coach for the 2017-18 school year. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.
Dusty Deringer asked about the progress on security cameras. Superintendent Pendergraft gave an update on incoming quotes and other school safety issues that will be addressed in more detail at an upcoming meeting.
Brandon Williams made a motion to adjourn. Dusty Deringer seconded. Carried 6-0. 8:00 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Carrie Oakes DeAnne Binns
Clerk/Board of Education President/Board of Education
The Baxter Springs board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, February 12, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. at 1108 Military. Members present were: DeAnne Binns, Mary Kirkpatrick, Casey Eaton, Chuck Sweeton, Josh Sweaney and Dusty Deringer. Members absent were: Brandon Williams. Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Jason Walker, MS Principal, Robert Womack, Central Principal, Kenny Boeckman, Lincoln Principal, Daymon McCorkle, Maintenance Director, Stephanie Dewey, MS Teacher, Tim Yeargain, HS Teacher, Cory Moates, Cherokee County Commissioner, and Jeff Street, pastor of the First Baptist Church.
President Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Chuck Sweeton led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance and Jeff Street led the board and guests in a word of prayer.
Mary Kirkpatrick made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 6-0.
Casey Eaton made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the bills, approval of minutes of January 8 & 12, 2018 and approval of the treasurer’s report. Dusty Deringer seconded. Carried 6-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft introduced Cory Moates, Cherokee County Commissioner, who informed the board of a donation from the county of $50,000 to go towards the traffic signal.
Superintendent Pendergraft gave an update on the Cherokee County Neighborhood Revitalization Plan.
Superintendent Pendergraft asked the board to consider a motion for the 2018-2019 School Calendar.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve the 2018-19 School Calendar. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 6-0.
Building reports were given as follows:
LINCOLN - Principal Boeckman reported on an upcoming Book Fair, camera system updates, the backpack program through the Kansas Food Bank, and also gave an update on the KRR program.
CENTRAL – Principal Womack reported on spring picture day, state testing, upcoming Valentine’s parties, and National School Counselors Week, with a special thank you to Mr. Gene Nelson for all he does.
MIDDLE SCHOOL – Principal Walker reported on a recent student council dance, with a special thanks to Mrs. Dewey and Mrs. Kellum for their help. He also reported about a recent trip to the Oklahoma aquarium, the completion of the MS basketball season and upcoming changes for the 2018-2019 basketball season, MS track, and an upcoming power lifting competition in Afton.
HIGH SCHOOL – Principal White reported on recent power lifting competitions, the basketball season and the completion of the Scholars Bowl Season. He also reported on the Kent Warstler banquet and the recent Culture and Cuisine trip to Oklahoma City. He also noted that the February 10 ACT was postponed to February 24 due to inclement weather. Last, Mr. White expressed his gratitude to the students and staff of USD 508, as well as the community, for the support they showed the Rainey family during the recent loss of their son Tyler.
Daymon McCorkle reported updates to buildings and grounds including fixes of busted lines due to the cold weather. He also addressed the board about upgrading the gym lighting systems this summer.
Superintendent Pendergraft expressed his appreciation to Mr. McCorkle and his crew for their hard work in making our grounds safe during the bad weather.
Dusty Deringer made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss an individual employee pursuant to the non-elected personnel exception under KOMA, and the open meeting will resume in 10 minutes in the board room. This meeting is to include the board and Superintendent. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 6-0.
6:38 p.m. Enter executive session. 6:48 p.m. Resume regular session.
Superintendent Pendergraft presented a resignation from Lori Kellum for MS Play. Josh Sweaney made a motion to accept the resignation of Lori Kellum for MS play as presented. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 6-0.
Jason Walker made a recommendation to hire Nikki Williams as MS Assistant Track Coach for the 2017-18 school year. Dusty Deringer made a motion to accept the recommendation of Jason Walker to hire Nikki Williams as MS Assistant Track Coach for the 2017-18 school year. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 6-0.
Casey Eaton made a motion to adjourn. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 6-0. 6:50 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Carrie Oakes DeAnne Binns
Clerk/Board of Education President/Board of Education
The board of Education of USD 508 held a special meeting on Friday, January 12, 2018 at 12:00 p.m. at 1108 Military. Members present were: Casey Eaton, Mary Kirkpatrick, Dusty Deringer, DeAnne Binns, Chuck Sweeton and Brandon Williams (via phone). Members absent were: Josh Sweaney. Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent and Carrie Oakes, Clerk.
President Binns called the meeting to order at 12:01 p.m.
Casey Eaton made a motion to approve the agenda as printed. Chuck Sweeton seconded. Carried 6-0.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve the sale of the property located at 705 Military Ave, Baxter Springs, KS according to the terms of the contract for the price of $27,500 and to authorize David Pendergraft, Superintendent, to sign any documents required to close the sale. Dusty Deringer seconded. Carried 6-0.
Dusty Deringer made a motion to adjourn. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 6-0.
12:03 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Carrie Oakes DeAnne Binns
Clerk/Board of Education President/Board of Education
The Baxter Springs board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, January 8, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. at 1108 Military. Members present were: DeAnne Binns, Mary Kirkpatrick, Casey Eaton, Chuck Sweeton, and Dusty Deringer. Members absent were: Josh Sweaney and Brandon Williams. Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Roger Reynolds, HS Assistant Principal, Robert Womack, Central Principal, Kenny Boeckman, Lincoln Principal, Chris Swartz, HS Athletic Director and Stephanie Dewey, MS Teacher.
President Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Chuck Sweeton led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance.
Dusty Deringer made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 5-0.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the bills, approval of minutes of December 11, 2017 and approval of treasurer’s report. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 5-0.
David Pendergraft, Superintendent, reported on a pending contract to sell the property at 705 Military Ave, Baxter Springs, for $30,000.
Chuck Sweeton made a motion to approve the sale of the property at 705 Military Ave, Baxter Springs, for $30,000 and to grant permission for Superintendent Pendergraft to sign deeds to the property on behalf of the USD 508 school district. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 5-0.
Mr. Pendergraft also gave an update on the traffic light project. The contract is pending and as soon as it is approved, the planning will begin.
Building reports were given as follows:
LINCOLN - Principal Boeckman reported on recent and upcoming teacher inservice days, a new program to help teachers with classroom projects and shared steps they are taking to improve student progress.
CENTRAL – Principal Womack reported on recent and upcoming teacher inservice days which dealt with a school wide behavior system.
MIDDLE SCHOOL – Principal Walker was unable to attend due to a MS basketball game, but left a report for the board.
HIGH SCHOOL – Principal White reported on first semester finals, upcoming Scholar’s Bowl events, future basketball games and new homeroom activities.
Dusty Deringer made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss negotiations pursuant to the exception for employer- employee negotiations under KOMA, and the open meeting will resume in 5 minutes in the board room. This meeting is to include the board and Superintendent. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 5-0.
6:24 p.m. Enter executive session. 6:29 p.m. Resume regular session.
Casey Eaton made a motion to adjourn. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 5-0.
6:30 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Carrie Oakes DeAnne Binns
Clerk/Board of Education President/Board of Education
The Baxter Springs board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, December 11, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. at 1108 Military. Members present were: DeAnne Binns, Mary Kirkpatrick, Casey Eaton, Brandon Williams, Chuck Sweeton, Dusty Deringer and Josh Sweaney. Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Vicki Bradley, Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Robert Womack, Central Principal, Ken Boeckman, Lincoln Principal, Neal Anderson, County Commissioner, Chris Swartz, HS Athletic Director, Robert Womack, Central Principal, Rev. Roger Scantlin, Spring River Assembly of God, Bert Kellum, and Stephanie Dewey, MS teacher.
President Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Brandon Williams led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance. Rev. Scantlin led the board and guests in a word of prayer.
Mary Kirkpatrick made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 7-0.
Dusty Deringer made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the bills, approval of minutes of November 13, 2017 and approval of treasurer’s report. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 7-0.
David Pendergraft, Superintendent, introduced Bert Kellum and Neal Anderson to address the board on behalf of the Cherokee County Economic Committee. They presented a neighborhood revitalization program for review which would involve tax abatements. The board will take this under consideration and will take action at a later date.
Superintendent Pendergraft expressed his appreciation to the board for supporting the 8th grade students who went to Williamsburg last week. He said the students represented Baxter Springs very well and he was very pleased with the trip. Mr. Pendergraft also reported that he had applied for a grant for health and fitness and was notified last week that we will receive the grant of $1,000.00 which will be used for fitness equipment along the walking trail behind Central school.
Building reports were given as follows:
LINCOLN - Principal Boeckman reported:
- Christmas program went well. They are looking at ways to improve seating and the flow of people in the facility for next year.
- Expressed his appreciation to the various organizations and people who have donated toys, food, clothing and other items to our children in need.
- Expressed his appreciation to School Nurse Sandy Clark for the excellent job she does and for even taking time to make home visits to help our students with their health needs.
CENTRAL – Principal Womack reported:
- Book Character Day was very successful. He had promised to eat a pureed McDonalds happy meal if the students read over 6 million words. The students met the goal so Principal Womack kept his end of the bargain and consumed the pureed happy meal.
- Reported that students have been taking state assessment practice tests which should help to improve learning and test scores in the spring.
- Reported that the Christmas program was very successful. He reported that 6th grade band participated in the program this year.
- Expressed his appreciation to the Kiwanis Club for giving each student a book for Christmas
- Expressed his appreciation to all the people and organizations who have donated food, toys, clothing and other items to help take care of our kids in need.
HIGH SCHOOL – Principal White reported:
- On behalf of the administration and staff, Mr. White extended appreciation to the board for the recent gift cards that were given. This gesture was appreciated by everyone.
- Extended congratulations to Middle School Principal Jason Walker for his recent award given at PSU.
- Reported that the Hometown Hero banquet was a success. This year’s honoree was Rev. Steve Fellers who is in charge of the Word in Action ministries. Rev. Fellers was very humbled by this honor but very honored to receive the recognition.
- Students recently held a food drive to help stock the food pantry at the Thrift Shop.
- Student Council has sponsored some children in need and he commended Ms. Thater for that project.
- Commended Mr. Morgan and the band for a job well done at the Baxter Christmas parade and reported that the annual Christmas Concert was being held tonight at BHS.
- Reported that 35 students will be inducted into the National Honor Society tomorrow.
- Reported post season honors for all league volleyball were: 2nd team Kasity Shafer and Delaney Barnes; Honorable Mention was Bridgette Dewey.
- Reported post season honors for all league football were: 2nd team offensive line, Blythe Ipock; 2nd team defensive line was Jace Flood, A.J. Himes and Trey White; Honorable Mention was Kenny Herenbruck.
- Reported that basketball season is underway and expressed his appreciation to the maintenance crew for repairing the sound system.
President Binns presented a resignation from Vicki Bradley as Clerk of the Board of Education to be effective December 31, 2017. She is retiring after almost 39 years of service to USD#508. Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the resignation of Vicki Bradley as presented. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 7-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft made a recommendation to appoint Carrie Oakes as clerk and Leslie Delano as deputy clerk effective January 1, 2018. Dusty Deringer made a motion to accept the recommendation of Superintendent Pendergraft to appoint Carrie Oakes as clerk and Leslie Delano as deputy clerk effective January 1, 2018. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 7-0.
Vicki Bradley, Clerk, requested the board for a motion for authorization to remove her name from all USD#508 bank accounts at American Bank, Baxter State Bank, Labette Bank, and the Kansas Municipal Investment Pool effective December 31, 2017. Josh Sweaney made a motion to authorize removing Vicki Bradley as an authorized signature from all USD#508 bank accounts as requested. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 7-0.
Josh Sweaney made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss the hiring of an Assistant Softball coach to protect the privacy interests of the individual(s) to be discussed pursuant to the non-elected personnel exception under KOMA, and the open meeting will resume in 5 minutes in the board room. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent, Chris Swartz and Cory White. Dusty Deringer seconded. Carried 7-0.
6:48 p.m. Enter executive session.
6:53 p.m. Resume regular session.
Dusty Deringer made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss the hiring of an Assistant Softball coach to protect the privacy interests of the individual(s) to be discussed pursuant to the non-elected personnel exception under KOMA, and the open meeting will resume in 5 minutes in the board room. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent, Chris Swartz and Cory White. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 7-0.
6:54 p.m. Enter executive session.
6:59 p.m. Resume regular session.
Chris Swartz, HS Athletic Director, made a recommendation to hire Jenyce Spence as HS Assistant Softball Coach for the 2017-18 school year. Chuck Sweeton made a motion to accept the recommendation of Chris Swartz to hire Jenyce Spence as HS Assistant Softball Coach for the 2017-18 school year. Dusty Deringer seconded. Carried 7-0.
Chuck Sweeton expressed his appreciation on behalf of the board, to Vicki Bradley for her 39 years of service to the board of which 28 years she has served as the Clerk of the Board and commended her for a job well done. He expressed that the board will miss her. Mr. Sweeton asked that his statements be reflected in the minutes.
The board also wanted to extend congratulations to Jason Walker for his award given by PSU.
Brandon Williams made a motion to adjourn. Dusty Deringer seconded. Carried 7-0.
7:03 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Vicki Bradley DeAnne Binns
Clerk/Board of Education President/Board of Education