The USD 508 board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, March 8, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. at 1501 Park. Members present were: DeAnne Binns, Dusty Deringer, Casey Eaton, Josh Sweaney, Jami Thiessen and Brandon Williams. Members absent were: Mary Kirkpatrick. Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Board Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Kyle Baldridge, HS Assistant Principal, Jason Walker, MS Principal, Robert Womack, CS Principal, Kenny Boeckman, LS Principal, Art Roberts, Alternative Learning Director, Arthur Commons, Curriculum Director, Ross Davis, Technology Director, Angela Burrows, Kami Butterfield, Wendy Zustiak, Haley Hembree, Amber Helwig and Daryl Eagon.

President Deringer called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

Casey Eaton led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance.

The board observed a moment of silence in honor of Nancy Roberts, former elementary teacher.

Jami Thiessen made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 6-0.

DeAnne Binns made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the bills, approval of minutes from February 8 and 22 and approval of the treasurer’s report. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 6-0.

Daryl Eagon, CPA of Diehl, Banwort & Bolton, presented the audit findings for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2020. Jami Thiessen made a motion to accept the audit report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2020 as presented. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 6-0.

President Deringer discussed legislative updates and touring the buildings.

Superintendent Pendergraft discussed negotiations and facility updates.

Josh Sweaney 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 30 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 6-0.

6:40 p.m. Enter executive session.

7:10 p.m. Resume regular session.

Josh Sweaney 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 15 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 6-0.

7:10 p.m. Enter executive session.

7:25 p.m. Resume regular session.

Josh Sweaney 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 administrators as needed. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 6-0.

7:25 p.m. Enter executive session.

7:30 p.m. Resume regular session.

Josh Sweaney 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 administrators as needed. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 6-0.

7:30 p.m. Enter executive session.

7:35 p.m. Resume regular session.

Superintendent Pendergraft presented a resignation from Nikki Williams for HS FACS teacher at the end of the 2020-2021 school year. Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the resignation as presented. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 6-0.

Cory White expressed his thanks for all the hard work that Mrs. Williams has done for the HS FACS program.

Superintendent Pendergraft recommended hiring Kevin Wade for Central Elementary School Principal with the contract extending to the 2022-2023 school year. Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the recommendation as presented. Dusty Deringer seconded. Carried 5-1, with DeAnne Binns abstaining.

Superintendent Pendergraft made a recommendation to extend the contract for HS Principal to Cory White through the 2022-2023 school year. Josh Sweaney made a motion to accept the recommendation. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 6-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft made a recommendation to extend the contract for HS Assistant Principal to Kyle Baldridge through the 2022-2023 school year. Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the recommendation. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 6-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft made a recommendation to extend the contract for MS Principal to Jason Walker through the 2022-2023 school year. Jami Thiessen made a motion to accept the recommendation. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 6-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft made a recommendation to extend the contract for LS Principal to Kenny Boeckman through the 2022-2023 school year. Casey Eaton made a motion to accept the recommendation. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 6-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft made a recommendation to extend the contract for Alternative Learning Director to Arthur Roberts through the 2022-2023 school year. Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the recommendation. DeAnne Binns seconded. Carried 6-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft made a recommendation to extend the contract for Curriculum Coordinator to Arthur Commons through the 2022-2023 school year. Jami Thiessen made a motion to accept the recommendation. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 6-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft made a recommendation to extend the contract for Technology Director to Ross Davis through the 2022-2023 school year. Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the recommendation. DeAnne Binns seconded. Carried 6-0.

Jami Thiessen made a motion to adjourn. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 6-0.

7:43 p.m. Meeting adjourned.

Carrie Oakes                                                                   Dusty Deringer

Clerk/Board of Education                                                President/Board of Education

The board of Education of USD 508 held a special meeting on Monday, February 22, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. at 1108 Military. Members present were: DeAnne Binns, Dusty Deringer, Casey Eaton, Mary Kirkpatrick, Josh Sweaney, Jami Thiessen and Brandon Williams. Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Kyle Baldridge, HS Assistant Principal, Kenny Boeckman, LS Principal, Art Roberts, Alternative Learning Director and Arthur Commons, Curriculum Coordinator.

President Deringer called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

Mary Kirkpatrick made a motion to approve the agenda as printed. DeAnne Binns seconded. Carried 7-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft presented a retirement letter from Daymon McCorkle as Director of Buildings and Grounds as of February 28, 2021. Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the retirement as presented. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 7-0.

The District Strategic Plan was discussed.

Jami Thiessen made a motion to adjourn. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 7-0.

8:03 p.m. Meeting adjourned.

Carrie Oakes                                 Dusty Deringer

Clerk/Board of Education              President/Board of Education

The USD 508 board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, February 8, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. at 801 Lincoln. Members present were: DeAnne Binns, Dusty Deringer, Casey Eaton, Mary Kirkpatrick (Zoom), Josh Sweaney, Jami Thiessen and Brandon Williams. Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Board Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Kyle Baldridge, HS Assistant Principal (Zoom), Jason Walker, MS Principal, Kenny Boeckman, LS Principal, Art Roberts, Alternative Learning Director, Arthur Commons, Curriculum Director, Daymon McCorkle, Maintenance Director (Zoom), Waylon and Lacey Schultz and Glenn Oakes.

President Deringer called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

Brandon Williams led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance.

Jami Thiessen made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. DeAnne Binns seconded. Carried 7-0.

Casey Eaton made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the bills, approval of minutes from January 11 and approval of the treasurer’s report. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 7-0.

President Deringer reported on recent legislative updates and an upcoming strategic planning meeting.

Superintendent Pendergraft reported on FFCRA leave time.

Brandon Williams made a motion to extend FFCRA time through June 30, 2021. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 7-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft reported on upcoming transportation purchases.

Brandon Williams made a motion to allow Superintendent Pendergraft to proceed with the purchase of a bus up to $70,000. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 7-0.

Superintendent Pendergaft introduced Waylon and Lacey Schultz with Studio 951 in Carthage, MO.

Casey Eaton made a motion to approve the services of Studio 951 as school photographers. DeAnne Binns seconded. Carried 7-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft continued discussion on upcoming transportation purchases.

Josh Sweaney made a motion to allow Superintendent Pendergraft to purchase a vehicle for food service up to $14,300. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 7-0.

Casey Eaton made a motion to allow Superintendent Pendergraft to purchase a Transit van up to $31,066. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 7-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft presented the proposed 2021-2022 school calendar for consideration.

Jami Thiessen made a motion to approve the 2021-2022 school calendar. DeAnne Binns seconded. Carried 7-0.

Brandon Williams 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 30 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 7-0.

6:46 p.m. Enter executive session.

7:16 p.m. Resume regular session.

DeAnne Binns left the room at 7:07 and returned at 7:10. Brandon Williams 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 30 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 7-0.

7:16 p.m. Enter executive session.

7:46 p.m. Resume regular session.

Casey Eaton left the room at 7:46 and returned at 7:48.

Brandon Williams 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 30 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 7-0.

7:46 p.m. Enter executive session.

8:16 p.m. Resume regular session.

Brandon Williams 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 15 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 7-0.

8:16 p.m. Enter executive session.

8:31 p.m. Resume regular session.

Brandon Williams 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 administrators as needed. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 7-0.

8:31 p.m. Enter executive session.

8:36 p.m. Resume regular session.

Brandon Williams 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 administrators as needed. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 7-0.

8:36 p.m. Enter executive session.

8:46 p.m. Resume regular session.

Superintendent Pendergraft presented a resignation from Matt Mims for HS Strength and Conditioning Para, Head Football and Head Softball.

Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the resignation from Matt Mims  for Head Football and Head Softball immediately and for HS Strength and Conditioning Para at the conclusion of the 2020-2021 school year. Casey

Eaton seconded. Carried 7-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft recommended hiring Anthony Roberts forHead Softball.

Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the recommendation as presented. DeAnne Binns seconded. Carried 7-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft recommended reassigning Russell Burr from HS Assistant Foootball to HS Head Football for the 2021-2022 School year.

Josh Sweaney made a motion to accept the recommendation as presented. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 7-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft recommended hiring Chase Johnston and Tyler Underhill for Assistant Baseball for the 2020-2021 school year.

Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the recommendation as presented. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 7-0.

DeAnne Binns made a motion to approve the contract of Superintendent Pendergraft with Appendix A as presented. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 7-0.

Jami Thiessen made a motion to adjourn. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 7-0.

8:53 p.m. Meeting adjourned.

Carrie Oakes                                  Dusty Deringer

Clerk/Board of Education               President/Board of Education

The USD 508 board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, January 11, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. at 1108 Military. Members present were:DeAnne Binns (Zoom), Dusty Deringer, Casey Eaton, Mary Kirkpatrick,Josh Sweaney, Jami Thiessen and Brandon Williams. Also present were:David Pendergraft, Superintendent (Zoom), Carrie Oakes, Board Clerk,Cory White, HS Principal, Kyle Baldridge, HS Assistant Principal, RobertWomack, CS Principal, Kenny Boeckman, LS Principal, Art Roberts,Alternative Learning Director, Ross Davis, Technology Director, AmberHellwig, Cherokee County Advocate and Jeff Street, Pastor of the FirstBaptist Church.

President Deringer called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

Brandon Williams led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance and

Jeff Street led in prayer.

Brandon Williams made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 7-0.

President Deringer opened the floor for election of officers. DeAnne Binns made a motion to elect Dusty Deringer as president. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 7-0.

Mary Kirkpatrick made a motion to elect Brandon Williams as vice president. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 7-0.

Mary Kirkpatrick made a motion to elect Dusty Deringer as governmental relation contact. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 7-0.

Josh Sweaney made a motion to elect Jami Thiessen as the representative to the SEK Interlocal 637 board. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 7-0.

Casey Eaton made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the bills, approval of minutes from December 14 and approval of the treasurer’s report. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 7-0.

President Deringer discussed how the district would handle situations due to incapacitated employees. He also reported on committee assignments,bond refinancing, future stimulus funds and the superintendent evaluation. Last, he updated the board on recent legislative updates and acknowledged First Assembly of God Church for providing shoes for every student in the district at Christmas.

Superintendent Pendergraft reported on FFCRA leave time, a change to the school photography company and additional stimulus funding.

Josh Sweaney 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 30 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 7-0.

6:31 p.m. Enter executive session.

7:01 p.m. Resume regular session.

Josh Sweaney 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 15 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 7-0.

7:01 p.m. Enter executive session.

7:16 p.m. Resume regular session.

Jami Thiessen discussed possible solutions for prom. She also confirmed website links for travelling basketball games, which are included on the school website.

President Deringer discussed graduation.

Jami Thiessen made a motion to adjourn. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried

7-0.

7:27 p.m. Meeting adjourned.

Carrie Oakes                                                        Dusty Deringer

Clerk/Board of Education                                     President/Board of Education

The USD 508 board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, November 9, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. at 1108 Military. Members present were: DeAnne Binns (via Zoom), Dusty Deringer, Casey Eaton, and Mary Kirkpatrick. Members absent were: Josh Sweaney, Jami Thiessen and Brandon Williams. Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Board Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Kyle Baldridge, HS Assistant Principal, Robert Womack, CS Principal, Kenny Boeckman, LS Principal, Art Roberts, Alternative Learning Director, Arthur Commons, Curriculum Coordinator, Daymon McCorkle, Maintenance Director, Holly High, District Nurse and Pastor Jeff Street, First Baptist Church.

President Deringer called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

Casey Eaton led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance and Jeff Street led in prayer.

Mary Kirkpatrick made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 4-0.

Casey Eaton made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the bills, approval of minutes from October 12th and approval of the treasurer’s report. Dusty Deringer seconded. Carried 4-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft updated the board on maintenance projects, a meeting with the awards committee and a donation of turkeys and clothing from Jake LaTurner.

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 25 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 4-0.

6:31 p.m. Enter executive session.

6:56 p.m. Resume regular session.

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 15 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 4-0.

6:56 p.m. Enter executive session.

7:11 p.m. Resume regular session.

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 5 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 4-0.

7:11 p.m. Enter executive session.

7:16 p.m. Resume regular session.

Superintendent Pendergraft presented resignations from Kristi Ackerson from MS Language Arts, Bob Dinger from Maintenance and Charles Rector from MS Head Football. Mary Kirkpatrick made a motion to accept the resignations as presented. DeAnne Binns seconded. Carried 4-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft recommended hiring Kristina Emerson for medical assistant. Casey Eaton made a motion to accept the recommendation as presented. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 4-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft recommended hiring Cameron Woodring for HS Assistant Boys Basketball. Mary Kirkpatrick made a motion to accept the recommendation as presented. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 4-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft recommended entering into a contract with Cherokee County Sherrif Department for the School Resource Officer. Casey Eaton made a motion to accept the recommendation. Dusty Deringer seconded. Carried 4-0.

Casey Eaton made a motion to adjourn. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 4-0.

7:21 p.m. Meeting adjourned.

Carrie Oakes                                                         Dusty Deringer

Clerk/Board of Education                                      President/Board of Education

The USD 508 board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, October 12, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. at 100 N Military. Members present were: Dusty Deringer, Casey Eaton, Mary Kirkpatrick, Josh Sweaney (6:05 pm), Jami Thiessen and Brandon Williams. Members absent were: DeAnne Binns. Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Board Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Kyle Baldridge, HS Assistant Principal, Jason Walker, MSPrincipal, Robert Womack, CS Principal, Kenny Boeckman, LS Principal, Art Roberts, Alternative Learning Director, Arthur Commons, Curriculum Coordinator, Holly High, District Nurse, Tyler Ludwig, School Resource Officer, Amber Helwig, Cherokee County Advocate and Pastor Jeff Street, First Baptist Church.

President Deringer called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

Brandon Williams led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance and Jeff Street led in prayer.

Casey Eaton made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 5-0.

Mary Kirkpatrick made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the bills, approval of minutes from September 14 and 21, 2020 and approval of the treasurer’s report. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 5-0.

President Deringer thanked Arthur Commons for providing remote learning help for parents on the USD 508 website. He also talked about evaluations for staff.

Superintendent Pendergraft reported current COVID cases and enrollment numbers.

Art Roberts commended Lindi Schmelzer on qualifying for state golf. 

Jami Thiessen 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 15 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.

6:14 p.m. Enter executive session.

6:29 p.m. Resume regular session.

Superintendent Pendergraft recommended hiring Jenny Hagen for medical assistant. Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the recommendation as presented. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 6-0.

Brandon Williams made a motion to adjourn. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 6-0.

6:31 p.m. Meeting adjourned.

Carrie Oakes                                                    Dusty Deringer

Clerk/Board of Education                                 President/Board of Education

The USD 508 board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, September 14, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. at 100 N Military. Members present were: DeAnne Binns (via Zoom), Dusty Deringer (via Zoom), Casey Eaton, Mary Kirkpatrick, Josh Sweaney (via Zoom), Jami Thiessen (via Zoom) and Brandon Williams (via Zoom). Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Board Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Kyle Baldridge, HS Assistant Principal, Jason Walker, MS Principal, Robert Womack, CS Principal, Kenny Boeckman, LS Principal, Arthur Roberts, Alternative Learning Director, Arthur Commons, Curriculum Director, Courtney Buck, Technology Integration, Daymon McCorkle, Maintenance Supervisor, Misha Himes, BOE Secretary, Patricia Braden, OPAA Director and Amber Helwig, Cherokee County Advocate.

President Deringer called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

Casey Eaton led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance and President Deringer led in prayer.

President Deringer extended condolences to the family of L.E. “Bud” Johnson and led the board in a moment of silence.

DeAnne Binns made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 7-0.

Brandon Williams made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the bills, approval of minutes from August 10 and 14, 2020 and approval of the treasurer’s report. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 7-0.

President Deringer reported on resources that will be made available to parents in regards to remote learning. He also reported on staff recognition. Last, he spoke about gating criteria.

Superintendent Pendergraft recommended raising the substitute teacher rate of pay to $100/day. Mary Kirkpatrick made a motion to accept the recommendation. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 7-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft presented changing the sick leave pool policy in the Classified Handbook. President Deringer made a motion  to accept the changes to the 2020-2021 Classified Handbook and to eliminate #12 in the sick pool guidelines. DeAnne Binns seconded. Carried 7-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft presented information on the Payroll Tax Holiday. Casey Eaton recommended not participating in the Payroll Tax Holiday. DeAnne Binns seconded. Carried 7-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft updated the school board on enrollment numbers and the recent Spark grant distributed by the county.

Casey Eaton 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 15 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 7-0.

7:27 p.m. Enter executive session.

7:42 p.m. Resume regular session.

Superintendent Pendergraft presented a resignation from Carolyn Ward as MS Yearbook Sponsor. Jami Thiessen made a motion to accept the resignation as presented. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 7-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft recommended hiring Caitlin Roberts for HS Assistant Volleyball, Ali Sneed as HS STUCO sponsor and Nicole Conner and Lori Kellum as MS Yearbook sponsors. Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the recommendations as presented. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 7-0.

Jami Thiessen commended Holly High for her hard work as school nurse since school began. She also noticed Ross Davis, Courtney Buck and Jared Miller for getting technology into the hands of every student.

Jami Thiessen made a motion to adjourn. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 7-0.

8:03 p.m. Meeting adjourned.

Carrie Oakes                                                                        Dusty Deringer

Clerk/Board of Education                                                     President/Board of Education

The board of Education of USD 508 held a special meeting on Friday, August 14, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. at 100 N Military. Members present were: DeAnne Binns, Dusty Deringer, Casey Eaton, Mary Kirkpatrick, Josh Sweaney (1:06 pm), Jami Thiessen (via phone), Brandon Williams (via phone). Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Board Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Kyle Baldridge, HS Assistant Principal, Robert Womack, CS Principal, Kenny Boeckman, LS Principal, Arthur Commons, Curriculum Coordinator, LS Teachers: Katie Kemp, Amber Marrett, Missy Swob, Miranda Clark and Kim Hall, Abbey Ames, CS Teacher and Misha Himes, BOE secretary.

President Deringer called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m.

Mary Kirkpatrick made a motion to approve the agenda as printed. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 6-0.

President Deringer discussed the Re-entry Plan for 2020-2021. Josh Sweaney arrived at 1:06 pm and was present for the remainder of the meeting. DeAnne Binns left at 1:55 pm and was absent for the remainder of the meeting.

Dusty Deringer made a motion to adopt the revised language of the Re-entry Plan for 2020-2021. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 4-2, with Josh Sweaney and Brandon Williams voting no.

Jami Thiessen made a motion to adjourn. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 6-0.

2:13 p.m. Meeting adjourned.

Carrie Oakes                                            Dusty Deringer

Clerk/Board of Education                         President/Board of Education

The USD 508 board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, August 10, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. at 100 N Military. Members present were: DeAnne Binns, Dusty Deringer, Casey Eaton, Mary Kirkpatrick, Josh Sweaney and Jami Thiessen. Members absent were: Brandon Williams. Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Board Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Kyle Baldridge, HS Assistant Principal, Jason Walker, MS Principal, Robert Womack, CS Principal, Kenny Boeckman, LS Principal, Arthur Roberts, Alternative Learning Director, Arthur Commons, Curriculum Director, Ross Davis, Technology Director, Misha Himes, BOE Secretary, Russ Harper, Chief of Police, Cory Moates, County Commissioner, Bobby Hall and John and Natalie Zanatta.

President Deringer called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

Casey Eaton led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance.

Josh Sweaney made a motion to approve the agenda as presented.

DeAnn Binns seconded. Carried 6-0.

Casey Eaton made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the bills, approval of minutes from July 13 and 30, 2020 and approval of the treasurer’s report. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 6-0.

President Deringer opened the budget hearing at 6:02 pm.

Mary Kirkpatrick made a motion to approve the 2020-2021 budget as printed. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 6-0.

President Deringer reported on a meeting with area superintendents and school board presidents about the reopening plans.

Superintendent Pendergraft discussed the reopening plans.

President Deringer also noted that Tyler Ludwig would be the districts new SRO.

Jami Thiessen expressed her appreciation to Jimmy Hamilton for his SRO duties last year.

Jami Thiessen 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 20 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 6-0.

7:06 p.m. Enter executive session.

7:26 p.m. Resume regular session.

Superintendent Pendergraft presented resignations from Trish Hull as LS Para and Jen Thomas as Bus Monitor. Josh Sweaney made a motion to accept the resignations as presented. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 6-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft recommended hiring Caitlin Roberts for LS Para and Bailey Zellmer as Bus Monitor. Casey Eaton made a motion to accept the recommendation as presented. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 6-0.

Jami Thiessen made a motion to approve the negotiated agreement for 2020-2021 as presented. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 6-0. 

Superintendent Pendergraft recommended a 1.5% increase for classified staff. Casey Eaton made a motion to approve the 1.5% increase for classified staff as recommended by Superintendent Pendergraft. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 6-0. 

Superintendent Pendergraft recommended a 1.5% increase for administrative staff. Mary Kirkpatrick made a motion to approve the 1.5% increase for administrative staff as recommended by Superintendent Pendergraft. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 6-0.

Josh Sweaney made a motion to adopt Executive Order No. 20-59, without exceptions. The motion failed for lack of a second.

Cory Moates, County Commissioner, discussed the county’s position on Executive Order 20-59.

Jami Thiessen made a motion to adjourn. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 6-0.

8:15 p.m. Meeting adjourned.

Carrie Oakes                                                                        Dusty Deringer

Clerk/Board of Education                                                     President/Board of Education

The USD 508 board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, July 13, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. at 100 N. Military. Members present were: Dusty Deringer, Casey Eaton, DeAnne Binns, Mary Kirkpatrick, Josh Sweaney and Brandon Williams (via phone). Members absent were: Jami Thiessen. Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Jason Walker, MS Principal, Robert Womack, CS Principal, Kenny Boeckman, LS Principal, Art Roberts, Alternative Learning Director, Ross Davis, Technology Director, Arthur Commons, Curriculum Director and Jeff Street, pastor of First Baptist Church.

President Deringer called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

Casey Eaton led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance and Jeff Street led in prayer.

Casey Eaton made a motion to approve the agenda as presented.

DeAnne Binns seconded. Carried 6-0.

Mary Kirkpatrick made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the bills, approval of minutes from June 8 and 22 and approval of the treasurer’s report. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 6-0. (copy attached)

President Deringer thanked all those involved in making graduation a success. He also recognized DeAnne Binns and Mary Kirkpatrick for their years of leadership as president and vice-president of the board of education.

Superintendent Pendergraft presented an updated calendar that will allow for extra teacher workdays prior to the start of school (Calendar attached). DeAnne Binns made a motion to accept the revised calendar. Casey Eaton seconded. Carried 6-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft presented board policies KMA and KNA for approval. Josh Sweaney made a motion to approve policies KMA and KNA as presented. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 6-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft updated the board on paving the north parking lot for Central School. Mary Kirkpatrick made a motion to allow Superintendent Pendergraft to proceed with paving the north Central School parking lot for less than $20,000 with Teeter’s Paving. DeAnne Binns seconded. Carried 5-1, with Josh Sweaney voting nay.

Superintendent Pendergraft updated the board on the new virtual building. He also briefly discussed the information that has been presented from KSDE on the reopening of schools. More information will be available next week.

Principal White reported on possible changes to senior trip, concessions and associated fundraisers. Josh Sweaney made a motion to accept changes to senior trip, concessions and fundraisers as presented. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.

Superintendent Pendergraft notified the board on a meeting about the neighborhood revitalization plan to be held on July 28 at 7 pm at the Baxter Springs Community Center.

Casey Eaton 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 administrators as needed. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 6-0.

7:05 p.m. Enter executive session.

7:10 p.m. Resume regular session.

Casey Eaton 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 administrators as needed. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded. Carried 6-0.

7:10 p.m. Enter executive session.

7:15 p.m. Resume regular session.

Superintendent Pendergraft recommended hiring Jeff McCoy for HS Assistant Football. Mary Kirkpatrick made a motion to accept the recommendations as presented. DeAnne Binns seconded. Carried 6-0.

Principal White commended all of those involved in making graduation a success.

Casey Eaton made a motion to adjourn. Mary Kirkpatrick seconded.

Carried 6-0.

7:19 p.m. Meeting adjourned.

Carrie Oakes                                                Dusty Deringer

Clerk/Board of Education                             President/Board of Education