The board of Education of USD 508 held a special meeting on Friday, October 21, 2022 at 12:00 p.m. at 1108 Military. Members present were: DeAnne Binns, Linda Crotts, Casey Eaton, Kerri Jensen, Josh Sweaney and Jami Thiessen. Members absent were: Carrie Williams. Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Board Clerk and Daymon McCorkle, Maintenance Director.
President Eaton called the meeting to order at 12:00 p.m.
Jami Thiessen made a motion to approve the agenda as printed. DeAnne Binns seconded. Carried 6-0.
Linda Crotts made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss the acquisition of real property under KOMA, and the open meeting will resume in 30 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and Daymon McCorkle. Kerri Jensen seconded. Carried 6-0.
12:01 pm Enter executive session.
12:31 pm Resume regular session.
Linda Crotts made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss the acquisition of real property under KOMA, and the open meeting will resume in 20 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and Daymon McCorkle. Kerri Jensen seconded. Carried 6-0.
12:31 pm Enter executive session.
12:51 pm Resume regular session.
Linda Crotts made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss the acquisition of real property under KOMA, and the open meeting will resume in 20 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and Daymon McCorkle. Kerri Jensen seconded. Carried 6-0.
12:51 pm Enter executive session.
1:11 pm Resume regular session.
(Josh Sweaney left executive session at 1:00 pm, returned at 1:01 pm and was present for the remainder of the meeting.)
Linda Crotts made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss the acquisition of real property under KOMA, and the open meeting will resume in 10 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and Daymon McCorkle. Kerri Jensen seconded. Carried 6-0.
1:11 pm Enter executive session.
1:21 pm Resume regular session.
Superintendent Pendergraft recommended purchasing property at 2601 Powell Rd, Building A & B, Baxter Springs, KS. Jami Thiessen made a motion to accept the recommendation as presented. Linda Crotts seconded. Carried 4-0, with Kerri Jensen and Josh Sweaney abstaining.
1:23 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Carrie Oakes Casey Eaton
Clerk/Board of Education President/Board of Education
The USD 508 board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, October 10, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. at 1108 Military Ave. Members present were: DeAnne Binns, Linda Crotts, Casey Eaton, Kerri Jensen and Josh Sweaney. Members absent were: Jami Thiessen and Carrie Williams. Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Board Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Cord Baldwin, HS Assistant Principal, Jason Walker, MS Principal, Kevin Wade, CS Principal, Kenny Boeckman, LS Principal, Arthur Commons, Curriculum Coordinator, Michael Pearce, Riverton First Baptist Church and Amber Helwig, Columbus News-Report.
President Eaton called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Josh Sweaney led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance and Michael Pearce led in prayer.
DeAnne Binns made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Kerri Jensen seconded. Carried 5-0.
Kerri Jensen made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the bills, approval of minutes from September 12 and approval of the treasurer’s report. Linda Crotts seconded. Carried 5-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft updated the board on student enrollment and daycare information.
Arthur Commons addressed the board on state assessment data.
Linda Crotts made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss employer-employee negotiations 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. Kerri Jensen seconded. Carried 5-0.
6:25 p.m. Enter executive session.
6:40 p.m. Resume regular session.
Linda Crotts made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss the acquisition of real property 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. Kerri Jensen seconded. Carried 5-0.
6:40 p.m. Enter executive session.
7:00 p.m. Resume regular session.
Linda Crotts 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. Kerri Jensen seconded. Carried 5-0.
7:00 p.m. Enter executive session.
7:20 p.m. Resume regular session.
Linda Crotts 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. Kerri Jensen seconded. Carried 5-0.
7:20 p.m. Enter executive session.
7:30 p.m. Resume regular session.
Linda Crotts 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. Kerri Jensen seconded. Carried 5-0.
7:30 p.m. Enter executive session.
7:40 p.m. Resume regular session.
Superintendent Pendergraft presented a resignation from Paris Webb for LS Daycare Worker. He also recommended hiring Travis Avery, Head 7th Grade Boys Basketball Coach, and Tyler Zustiak, MS Assistant Boys Basketball Coach. Kerri Jensen made a motion to accept the recommendations as presented. DeAnne Binns seconded. Carried 5-0.
The issue of acquisition of real property will be tabled to a future meeting.
7:42 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Carrie Oakes Casey Eaton
Clerk/Board of Education President/Board of Education
The USD 508 board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, September 12, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. at 1108 Military Ave. Members present were: DeAnne Binns, Linda Crotts, Casey Eaton, Kerri Jensen, Josh Sweeney and Jami Thiessen. Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Board Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Cord Baldwin, HS Assistant Principal, Jason Walker, MS Principal, Art Roberts, Alternative Learning Director, Kevin Wade, CS Principal, Arthur Commons, Curriculum Coordinator, Gene Nelson, CS Counselor, Carrie Williams, Jan Buck, Sue Garner, Michael Pearce and Amber Helwig.
President Eaton called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Josh Sweaney 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 6-0.
Josh Sweaney made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the bills, approval of minutes from August 8 and approval of the treasurer’s report. Kerri Jensen seconded. Carried 6-0.
President Eaton opened the public hearing regarding the Revenue Neutral Rate for the 2022- 2023 USD 508 Budget at 6:01 p.m.
Michael Pearce arrived at 6:03 p.m. and led the guests in prayer.
Linda Crotts made a motion to approve resolution #91222 to exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate for the 2022-2023 school year. Jami Thiessen seconded. Roll Call Vote: Linda Crotts-Yes, Kerri Jensen-Yes, DeAnne Binns-Yes, Casey Eaton-Yes, Jami Thiessen-Yes, Josh Sweaney- Yes. Carried 6-0.
President Eaton opened the budget hearing at 6:05 pm.
President Eaton proposed for consideration the approval of the LOB resolution #91322 for the 2022-2023 school year. DeAnne Binns made a motion to approve the LOB resolution #91322 as presented. Kerri Jensen seconded. Carried 6-0.
Jami Thiessen made a motion to approve the 2022-2023 budget as published. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 6-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft introduced Carrie Williams for the open board position due to the resignation of Brandon Williams. Ms. Williams was given a portion of time to introduce herself. Linda Crotts made a motion to appoint Carrie Williams to the USD 508 Board of Education. This term will expire in January 2024. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 6-0.
Carrie Williams took the oath and was present for the remainder of the meeting.
Superintendent Pendergraft reported on enrollment numbers.
Kevin Wade and Gene Nelson reported on the House System that has been newly implemented at Central School.
Kerri Jensen commended Kenny Boeckman and staff on the newly implemented programs at Lincoln School.
Cord Baldwin reported on changes to the discipline policies at the high school.
DeAnne Binns made a motion to accept the presented changes in the discipline policies. Kerri Jensen seconded. Carried 6-0.
Arthur Commons discussed trends in recent test scores.
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. Kerri Jensen seconded. Carried 6-0.
7:16 p.m. Enter executive session.
7:31 p.m. Resume regular session.
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 5 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Kerri Jensen seconded. Carried 6-0.
7:31 p.m. Enter executive session.
7:36 p.m. Resume regular session.
Superintendent Pendergraft presented a resignation from James Panter for HS Softball. Kerri Jensen made a motion to accept the resignation as presented. DeAnne Binns seconded.
Carried 6-0.
Jami Thiessen commended the HS staff for their hard work during homecoming week.
Josh Sweaney discussed future furniture purchases for Central School.
7:43 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Carrie Oakes Casey Eaton
Clerk/Board of Education President/Board of Education
The USD 508 board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, August 8, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. at 100 N Military Ave. Members present were: DeAnne Binns, Linda Crotts, Casey Eaton, Josh Sweaney and Jami Thiessen. Members absent were: Kerri Jensen. Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Board Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Cord Baldwin, HS Assistant Principal, Art Roberts, Alternative Learning Director, Kevin Wade, CS Principal, Kenny Boeckman, LS Principal, Amber Helwig, Columbus News-Report and Pastor Jeff Street, First Baptist Church.
President Eaton called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Josh Sweaney led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance and Pastor Jeff Street led in prayer.
DeAnne Binns made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 5-0.
Linda Crotts made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the bills, approval of minutes from July 11 and 25 and approval of the treasurer’s report. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 5-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft discussed the vacant board position.
Superintendent Pendergraft presented resolution 80822 for a board vacancy for approval and reported that this resolution would be published in the Columbus News-Report on August 16, 2022. Jami Thiessen made a motion to approve resolution 80822 as presented. Linda Crotts seconded. Carried 5-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft presented the needs assessment and budget information for the 2022-2023 school year to the board.
Principal Wade discussed changes to the CS handbook with the board.
Superintendent Pendergraft presented handbook changes from Central School. DeAnne Binns made a motion to accept the changes as presented. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 5-0.
Principal Boeckman updated the board on class sizes at Lincoln School.
Superintendent Pendergraft updated the board on the district daycare.
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 10 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Linda Crotts seconded. Carried 5-0.
6:45 p.m. Enter executive session.
6:55 p.m. Resume regular session.
Josh Sweaney 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 5 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board and Superintendent. Linda Crotts seconded. Carried 5-0.
6:55 p.m. Enter executive session.
7:00 p.m. Resume regular session.
Superintendent Pendergraft recommended hiring Ryleigh Sills as HS Assistant Volleyball, Keylie Baldwin and Art Roberts as Senior Class Sponsors and Leslie Bowman as Sophomore Sponsor. Jami Thiessen made a motion to accept the recommendations as presented. DeAnne Binns seconded. Carried 5-0.
Jami Thiessen made a motion to approve the negotiated agreement for 2022-2023 as presented. Linda Crotts seconded. Carried 5-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft recommended a 2.5% increase for classified and administrative staff, which is comparable to the certified increase.
Josh Sweaney made a motion to approve the increase as presented. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 5-0.
Jami Thiessen commended teachers for putting in extra time to prepare their classrooms for the new school year.
Superintendent Pendergraft commended Courtney Buck for her work on the remodel of the HS library.
Linda Crotts made a motion to adjourn. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 5-0.
7:12 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Carrie Oakes Casey Eaton
Clerk/Board of Education President/Board of Education
The USD 508 board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, July 11, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. at 1108 Military Ave. Members present were: Linda Crotts, Casey Eaton, Kerri Jensen, Josh Sweaney and Jami Thiessen. Members absent were: DeAnne Binns and Brandon Williams. Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Board Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Cord Baldwin, HS Assistant Principal, Kenny Boeckman, LS Principal, Art Roberts, Alternative Learning Director and Jason Wesco, CHCSEK.
President Eaton called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Josh Sweaney led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance.
Jami Thiessen made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Linda Crotts seconded. Carried 5-0.
Kerri Jensen made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the bills, approval of minutes from June 13 and approval of the treasurer’s report. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 5-0. (Copy Attached)
Jason Wesco presented information to the board about the services offered by the CHC/SEK Clinic.
Jami Thiessen made a motion to exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate for the 2022-2023 School Year. Kerri Jensen seconded. Carried 5-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft updated the board on the district daycare and possible handbook changes.
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 5-0.
7:15 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 10 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 5-0.
7:30 p.m. Enter executive session.
7:40 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 5-0.
7:40 p.m. Enter executive session.
7:45 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 5-0.
7:45 p.m. Enter executive session.
7:50 p.m. Resume regular session.
Superintendent Pendergraft presented a resignation from Brandon Williams as Board Member. Linda Crotts made a motion to accept the resignation as presented. Kerri Jensen seconded. Carried 5-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft recommended hiring Tiffany Silkey as Senior Class Sponsor. Josh Sweaney made a motion to accept the recommendation as presented. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 5-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft recommended scheduling a special board meeting on Monday, July 25 at 6:00 pm to address daycare hirings. Kerri Jensen made a motion to accept the recommendation. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 5-0.
7:54 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Carrie Oakes Casey Eaton
Clerk/Board of Education President/Board of Education
The USD 508 board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, June 13, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. at 1108 Military Ave. Members present were: DeAnne Binns, Linda Crotts, Kerri Jensen and Josh Sweaney. Members absent were: Casey Eaton, Jami Thiessen and Brandon Williams. Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Board Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Jason Walker, MS Principal, Kenny Boeckman, LS Principal, Art Roberts, Alternative Learning Director, Arthur Commons, Curriculum Coordinator, Amber Helwig, Columbus News-Report and Michael Pearce, First Baptist Church-Riverton.
Vice-President Binns called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Josh Sweaney led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance and Michael Pearce led in prayer.
Linda Crotts made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 4-0.
Kerri Jensen made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the bills, approval of minutes from May 9 and approval of the treasurer’s report. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 4-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft asked the board for approval for the Superintendent and Clerk to close out the 2021-2022 year and make transfers as needed. Linda Crotts made a motion to approve the 2021-2022 closeout. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 4-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft updated the board on recent state requirements.
Superintendent Pendergraft requested permission to surplus a 1993 and 2005 suburban and a spare Cummins diesel motor and to post them on Purple Wave. Kerri Jensen made a motion to grant permission for the surplus. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 4- 0.
Superintendent Pendergraft updated the board on upcoming decisions involving the new SRO.
Linda Crotts 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. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 4-0.
6:30 p.m. Enter executive session.
6:45 p.m. Resume regular session.
Linda Crotts 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. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 4-0.
6:45 p.m. Enter executive session.
6:50 p.m. Resume regular session.
Superintendent Pendergraft presented letters of resignation from the following positions:
Kami Butterfield – Senior Class Sponsor
Angela Burrows – Senior Class Sponsor
Caitlin Creech – HS Assistant Volleyball
Jared Miller – MS Assistant Track
Chelsea Woodring – HS Assistant Basketball
Kerri Jensen made a motion to accept the resignations as presented. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 4-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft recommended hiring the following positions:
Kelly Nicholson – MS Student Council & HS Assistant Volleyball
Caitlin Creech – Daycare Director
Cristina Norton – Senior Class Sponsor
Teresa Arnall – Paraprofessional
Stephanie Judd – Paraprofessional
Patricia Herrera – Paraprofessional
Linda Crotts made a motion to accept the recommendations as presented. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 4-0.
Linda Crotts made a motion to adjourn. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 4-0.
6:53 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Carrie Oakes DeAnne Binns
Clerk/Board of Education Vice-President/Board of EducationBoard
The USD 508 board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, May 9, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. at 1108 Military Ave. Members present were: DeAnne Binns, Linda Crotts, Casey Eaton, Kerri Jensen, Jami Thiessen and Brandon Williams. Members absent were: Josh Sweaney. Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Board Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Jason Walker, MS Principal, Kevin Wade, CS Principal, Kenny Boeckman, LS Principal, Arthur Commons, Curriculum Coordinator, Steven Bell, First Assembly of God Church and Amber Helwig, Columbus News-Report.
President Eaton called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Brandon Williams led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance and Steven Bell led in prayer.
Jami Thiessen made a motion to approve the agenda, adding item b, Student Issue, under VII. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.
DeAnne Binns made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the bills, approval of minutes from April 11 and approval of the treasurer’s report. Linda Crotts seconded. Carried 6-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft recommended extending the food service contract with OPAA! for the 2022-2023 school year. Kerri Jensen made a motion to accept the recommendation of Superintendent Pendergraft. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 6-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft recommended Food Service prices for the 2022-2023 school year for approval (Student Breakfast - $2.10, Elementary Student Lunch - $3.00, Secondary Student Lunch - $3.25, Adult Breakfast - $2.80, Adult Lunch - $4.60). Brandon Williams made a motion to approve the recommendation. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 6-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft updated the board on Summer School, the District Daycare and Graduation.
Superintendent Pendergraft requested that the board forgive six snow/COVID days (January 13-14, February 2-4, 17). Linda Crotts made a motion to forgive the days requested. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 6-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft made a recommendation to purchase a 2022 Chevy Suburban. Linda Crotts made a motion to accept the recommendation. Brandon
Williams seconded. Carried 6-0.
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 openmeeting will resume in 30 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Kerri Jensen seconded. Carried6-0.
6:40 p.m. Enter executive session.
7:10 p.m. Resume regular session.
Jami Thiessen made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss confidential student information to the exception relating to actions adversely or favorable affecting a student 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. Kerri Jensen seconded. Carried 6-0.
7:10 p.m. Enter executive session.
7:25 p.m. Resume regular session.
Jami Thiessen made a motion to enter into executive session to discuss confidential student information to the exception relating to actions adversely or favorable affecting a student 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. Kerri Jensen seconded. Carried 6-0.
7:25 p.m. Enter executive session.
7:40 p.m. Resume regular session.
Superintendent Pendergraft presented letters of resignation from Karessa Cannon, 4th grade teacher, Thad White, HS Language Arts, Kristina Emerson, Medical Assistant and Angela Yarbrough, Senior Sponsor. Jami Thiessen made a motion to accept the resignations as presented. DeAnne Binns seconded. Carried 6-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft recommended hiring the following positions: Casey Mayfield – HS Language Arts
Jeff McCoy – Permanent Substitute/ALC Monitor
Chelsea Woodring – Social Emotional Intervention Specialist
Erin Ogle – 4th Grade Teacher
Baylee Booker – PK Teacher
Danielle Murphy – 2nd Grade Teacher
Terri Adams – Reassign from 2nd Grade to PK
Kerri Jensen made a motion to accept the recommendations as presented. Linda Crotts seconded. Carried 6-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft made a recommendation to renew certified contracts for the 2022-2023 school year. Jami Thiessen made a motion to accept the recommendation. DeAnne Binns seconded. Carried 6-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft updated the board on the traffic signal near Central.
The board expressed their appreciation to all the teachers of USD 508 for their hardwork.
Kerri Jensen made a motion to adjourn. Linda Crotts seconded. Carried 6-0.
7:55 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Carrie Oakes Casey Eaton
Clerk/Board of Education President/Board of Education
The USD 508 board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, April 11, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. at 1108 Military Ave. Members present were: DeAnne Binns, Linda Crotts, Casey Eaton and Brandon Williams. Members absent were: Kerri Jensen, Jami Thiessen and Josh Sweaney. Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Board Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Jason Walker, MS Principal, Kevin Wade, CS Principal, Arthur Commons, Curriculum Coordinator, Daryl Eagon, Diehl, Banwart, Bolton CPAs, Jeff Street, First Baptist Church, Jess McMinn and Amanda Kmiec, OPAA! and Amber Helwig, Columbus News-Report.
President Eaton 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, adding a guest under Item IV. Linda Crotts seconded. Carried 4-0.
DeAnne Binns made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the bills, approval of minutes from March 7 and approval of the treasurer’s report. Brandon Williams seconded. Carried 4-0.
Daryl Eagon, CPA of Diehl, Banwart & Bolton, presented the audit findings for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2021. Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the audit report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2021 as presented. Linda Crotts seconded. Carried 4-0.
Jess McMinn, OPAA! Food Service Director, gave the board an update on the districtfood service program.
Superintendent Pendergraft updated the board on changes to the district School Resource Officer. Linda Crotts made a motion to accept the School Resource Officer MOU. DeAnne Binns seconded. Carried 4-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft updated the board on a grant that will allow the district to partner with CHCSEK to provide an in-district clinic.
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. Linda Crotts seconded. Carried 4-0.
6:37 p.m. Enter executive session.
6:52 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. Linda Crotts seconded. Carried 4- 0.
Brandon Williams left executive session at 6:52 pm and returned at 6:57 pm.
6:52 p.m. Enter executive session.
6:57 p.m. Resume regular session.
Superintendent Pendergraft presented letters of resignation from Stephanie Wolkar for MS Student Council and Leslie Bowman for HS Senior Sponsor. Brandon Williams made a motion to accept the resignations as presented. DeAnne Binns seconded. Carried 4-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft recommended hiring the following positions:
MS Yearbook – Kimberly Maute
MS Stuco – Kami Butterfield
MS Math – Kelly Nicholson
MS Science – Adam Chesnut
HS English – Ana Brizendine
HS Cheer/Dance – Cristina Norton
HS Social Studies – Austin Williams
Linda Crotts made a motion to accept the recommendations as presented. DeAnne Binns seconded. Carried 4-0.
DeAnne Binns made a motion to adjourn. Linda Crotts seconded. Carried 4-0.
7:01 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Carrie Oakes Casey Eaton
Clerk/Board of Education President/Board of Education
The USD 508 board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, March 7, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. at 1108 Military Ave. Members present were: DeAnne Binns, Linda Crotts, Casey Eaton, Kerri Jensen, Josh Sweaney, Jami Thiessen and Brandon Williams. Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Board Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Cord Baldwin, HS Assistant Principal, Jason Walker, MS Principal, Kevin Wade, CS Principal, Kenny Boeckman, LS Principal, Art Roberts, Alternative Learning Director, Arthur Commons, Curriculum Coordinator, Steven Bell, First Assembly of God Church and Amber Helwig, Columbus News-Report.
President Eaton called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Brandon Williams led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance and Steven Bell led in prayer.
Brandon Williams made a motion to approve the agenda, adding a guest under Item IV. Kerri Jensen seconded. Carried 7-0.
DeAnne Binns made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the bills, approval of minutes from February 14 and approval of the treasurer’s report. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 7-0.
No guests were present to speak at the meeting.
Superintendent Pendergraft recommended approving Remote Learning days for all enrolled students on February 24, 25 for fiscal auditing purposes. DeAnne Binns made a motion to approve the recommendation. Linda Crotts seconded. Carried 7-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft reported on upcoming negotiations, recent building purchases and changes to the district SRO position. 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 7-0.
6:17 p.m. Enter executive session.
6:47 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 20 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 7-0.
6:47 p.m. Enter executive session.
7:07 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 20 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 7-0.
7:07 p.m. Enter executive session.
7:27 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 10 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 7-0.
7:27 p.m. Enter executive session.
7:37 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 7-0.
7:37 p.m. Enter executive session.
7:42 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 10 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 7-0.
7:42 p.m. Enter executive session.
7:52 p.m. Resume regular session.
Superintendent Pendergraft presented letters of resignation from Hannah Hull for HS Language Arts and Taylor Boucher for HS Cheer & Dance. Jami Thiessen made a motion to accept the resignations as presented. Linda Crotts seconded. Carried 7-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft recommended hiring Tiffany Silkey for HS Language Arts.
Josh Sweaney made a motion to accept the recommendation as presented. Kerri Jensen seconded. Carried 7-0.
Casey Eaton made a motion to extend the contract of Superintendent Pendergraft through the 2024-2025 school year. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 7-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft made a recommendation to extend all administrator contracts through the 2023-2024 school year. Jami Thiessen made a motion that all administrator contracts be extended through the 2023-2024 school year. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 7-0.
Kerri Jensen made a motion to adjourn. Linda Crotts seconded. Carried 7-0.
7:55 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Carrie Oakes Casey Eaton
Clerk/Board of Education President/Board of Education
The USD 508 board of education held a regular meeting on Monday, February 14, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. at 1108 Military Ave. Members present were: DeAnne Binns, Linda Crotts, Casey Eaton, Kerri Jensen, Josh Sweaney and Jami Thiessen. Members absent were: Brandon Williams. Also present were: David Pendergraft, Superintendent, Carrie Oakes, Board Clerk, Cory White, HS Principal, Jason Walker, MS Principal, Kevin Wade, CS Principal, Arthur Commons, Curriculum Director, Holly High, School Nurse, Dorcia Johnson, United Methodist Church and Lee & Nadine Eaglin.
President Eaton called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Jami Thiessen led the board and guests in the pledge of allegiance and Dorcia Johnson led in prayer.
Jami Thiessen made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. DeAnne Binns seconded. Carried 6-0.
Linda Crotts made a motion to approve the consent agenda which included approval of the bills, approval of minutes from January 10 and approval of the treasurer’s report. Kerri Jensen seconded. Carried 6-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft updated the board on the recent purchase of the old community center.
Superintendent Pendergraft presented the proposed 2022-2023 school calendar for consideration.
Jami Thiessen made a motion to approve the 2022-2023 school calendar. Kerri Jensen seconded. Carried 6-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft recommended moving the March 14 meeting to March 7 due to Spring Break. Josh Sweaney made a motion to approve the recommendation. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 6-0.
Principal Wade addressed the board on an updated policy concerning teacher requests.
Kerri Jensen made a motion to accept the updated policy concerning teacher requests. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 6-0.
Principal White addressed the board concerning early graduation for seniors.
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. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 6-0.
6:25 p.m. Enter executive session.
6:45 p.m. Resume regular session.
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 10 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 6-0.
6:45 p.m. Enter executive session.
6:55 p.m. Resume regular session.
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 10 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 6-0.
6:25 p.m. Enter executive session.
7:05 p.m. Resume regular session.
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 5 minutes in the boardroom. This meeting is to include the board, Superintendent and administrators as needed. Josh Sweaney seconded. Carried 6-0.
7:05 p.m. Enter executive session.
7:10 p.m. Resume regular session.
Superintendent Pendergraft presented a letter of retirement from Lori Kellum for MS Counselor. He also presented resignations for Becky Qualls, HS Language Arts, Les Dyke, MS Math & Science and Carly Locke, HS Assistant Volleyball. Linda Crotts made a motion to accept the retirement and resignations as presented. Jami Thiessen seconded. Carried 6-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft made a recommendation to hire Kelsey Thompson as half-time HS Science. Kerri Jensen made a motion to accept the recommendation as presented. DeAnne Binns seconded. Carried 6-0.
Superintendent Pendergraft made a recommendation to hire James Panter as HS Softball.
Jami Thiessen made a motion to accept the recommendation as presented. Linda Crotts seconded. Carried 6-0.
Kerri Jensen made a motion to adjourn. Linda Crotts seconded. Carried 6-0.
7:13 p.m. Meeting adjourned.
Carrie Oakes Casey Eaton
Clerk/Board of Education President/Board of Education