August 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Call meeting to order
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2. Roll call.
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3. Pledge of Allegiance
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4. Discussion on the Title IX Plan Compliance Report.
Discussion:
Mrs. Harrison presented the August Title IX report, highlighting the addition of new online training resources. She emphasized that all reports must be communicated to local law enforcement within the first 24 hours of an incident being reported. |
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5. Principal & Athletic Director Reports
Discussion:
Mrs. Harrison presented the Elementary Report for August, highlighting the school's continued growth in OSTP Percentages over recent years. The elementary team is energized and actively preparing classrooms for the 2026-2027 school year, with teachers eager to welcome students back. Miss Miller shared exciting FFA Happenings for August. Ninnekah FFA has earned the highest state-level award a chapter can receive—a tremendous achievement that will be recognized with a Superior rating certificate at the SW COLT Conference in September. The month was filled with meaningful events, beginning with an August 11th staff breakfast and culminating with the Grady County Free Fair (August 24-29). FFA officers have already demonstrated impressive dedication, completing two officers meetings, organizing the classroom, supporting the Ninnekah Ag Booster Summer Jackpot, attending Alumni Leadership Camp, and advancing individual projects. With numerous activities planned through December, this promises to be an outstanding year. Mrs. Oliver reported on Middle School progress for August. The school has seen an increase in Monthly Enrollment Averages. Working collaboratively with teachers, Mrs. Oliver has established a plan to administer summative assessments during the first three weeks of school and again at semester's end. These assessments will help students build confidence and familiarity with the format they'll encounter during State Testing. Miss Cramer provided the High School report for August. While enrollment is slightly down, the school is moving forward positively. Concurrent enrollment is growing, with Juniors and Seniors planning to take concurrent courses this year. Staff are engaged in preparation and professional development activities as the school gears up for an exciting 2026-2027 school year. |
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6. Superintendent Report
Discussion:
Mrs. Jones delivered the Superintendent's monthly report for August, highlighting key initiatives and updates for the School Board. She reviewed important Board member priorities and shared exciting news about the Ignite celebration in Chickasha, which successfully launched the new school year with our Middle School staff. The discussion included updates on COSA Federal Programs, and Mrs. Jones has enrolled in the Federal Programs Bootcamps to enhance our capabilities. The OSSBA Financial Audit is scheduled for October 27, 2026, on-site. Additionally, Mrs. Jones is coordinating with the County Commissioner regarding chip sealing for our campus parking lots and has arranged for cooled water to be available for students boarding the school bus after school during the hot weather. As we embark on this year, our motto reminds us all: Journey to Excellence! |
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7. Public Comment
Ninnekah Public Schools Policy AF Adopted August 18th, 2022 Public Participation at Board Meetings: The purpose of a Board meeting is for the Board to conduct district's business and deliberate and act upon matters before the Board, unless the Board is specifically conducting a public hearing on a matter. The public is encouraged to attend and to observe meetings of the Board and to participate whenever a public hearing is being held. Members of the public shall not be recognized while the Board is conducting its official business. Public participation time will be available at all regular meetings. Persons may complete the required form and request to address the Board during the Public Comment section of the agenda so long as such request is made more than twenty-fours hours prior to the posting of the agenda. If the request to address the Board is approved, each person or group addressing the Board shall be allowed three (3) minutes to address the Board on matters/items which are listed on the agenda. Groups consisting of three (3) or more persons shall designate a spokesperson who shall speak for and represent the group. The Board President will recognize speakers, maintain proper order, and comply with time limits. Persons addressing the board shall not be permitted to engage in defamatory conduct and shall not engage in disruptive behavior. The Board will not tolerate personal attacks on members of the Board, the administrative staff, or any employee. Board Members and District Administrative Staff are not required to respond to questions or comments from the public since doing so could be in violation of the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act. The Board will not take any action on an item addressed by the public unless such item is properly posted on the agenda as an action item or is properly considered new business as defined by law.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Motion to approve the Consent Agenda. |
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8. Consent Agenda:
All of the following items, which concern items of a routine nature normally approved at board meetings, will be approved by one vote unless any board member desires to have a separate vote on any or all items. The consent agenda consists of the discussion, consideration, and action of the following items: |
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8.a. Meeting Minutes:
Regular meeting July 6, 2026 |
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8.b. Encumbrance & Payments
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8.c. Treasurers Financial Report
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8.d. Activity Fund Report
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8.e. Surplus Items -
Black & White Copiers #VJX8800647 #R4POY65170 #W347704729 #W347704539 #W347704647 #L8X6X05164 #L8X4100895 |
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9. Discussion and possible action to approve increasing the cost of student lunches for the 2026-2027 school year. Under the OSDE Child Nutrition guidelines, the price would go up from $3.15 to $3.25 per meal.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10. Discussion and possible action to approve the Memorandum of Understanding with Alternative Education Cooperative Districts: Alex, Amber-Pocasset, Cement, Rush Springs, and Verden.
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Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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11. Review and Discussion regarding the CV Tech Program Information Sheets.
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12. Discussion and possible action to approve the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology contract.
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Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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13. Discussion and possible action to approve the Southwest Youth and Family Art/Life Skills Program.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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14. Discussion and possible action to approve the revision/adoption of the following Ninnekah Public Schools Policies from the Center for Education Law:
A. AF - Board Meetings B. BC - Safety Programs and Mandated Reporting Policy Statement C. BJ - Internet Access and Acceptable Use Policy D. DA - DAF - General Personnel Policies Affidavit E. DG - Alcohol and Drug Free Workplace and Drug Testing F. DI - Leave G. EA - General Student Policies H. EBA - Admission, Residency, Placement, and Withdrawal I. EBB - Transfers J. EC - Attendance K. ED - Grading, Promotion, Retention, and Graduation L. EIA - Student Code of Conduct M. EIB - Bullying N.EQ - Personal Electronic Devices
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Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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15. Discussion and possible action to approve the Ninnekah Emergency Action Plan.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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16. Discussion and possible action to approve the Ninnekah Chase Morris Sudden Cardiac Arrest Response Plan.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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17. Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of a 72-passenger school bus under the 2023 Transportation Bond.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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18. Discussion and possible action regarding proposed executive session to discuss:
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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18.a. Employment, hiring, reassignment, retirement, and/or resignations of individual salaried and/or hourly public officers and/or employees listed on Exhibit A. Executive session authority: OKLA. STAT. TIT. 25, 307(B)(1).
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18.b. 2026-2027 Employment Contracts. Executive Session Authority: OKLA.STAT.TIT.25, 307(B)(1).
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18.c. Evaluation of the Superintendent. Executive Session Authority: OKLA. STAT. TIT. 25,307 (B)(1).
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19. Acknowledge return to open session and Executive Session compliance statement.
Discussion:
The Return Acknowledgment from Executive Session was read at 9:03 p.m. |
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20. Discussion and possible action regarding the hiring of the individual(s) listed in Exhibit A.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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21. Discussion and possible action regarding the 2026-2027 Employment Contracts.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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22. Discussion and possible action to approve Adjunct Teachers:
A. Rylee Merrell - Chemistry and Physical Science B. Steven Zack Josey - Art, Drama, Speech/Debate
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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23. New Business
Discussion:
No new business.
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24. Adjournment
Discussion:
Meeting Adjourned 9:05pm with no motion.
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