February 21, 2024

Board of Education Business Meeting School District of Clayton February 21, 2024 Meeting Minutes

Members Present:

Ms. Amy Rubin – President Ms. Stacy Siwak –Vice President Mr. Gary Pierson –Secretary Mr. Jason Wilson – Director Mr. Jason Growe – Director Ms. Chris Win – Director

Absent: Ms. Kim Hurst – Treasurer

Non-Voting Attendees: Dr. Nisha Patel – Superintendent Dr. Milena Garganigo – Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning Dr. Robyn Wiens – Assistant Superintendent of Student Services Dr. Cameron Poole – Chief Officer of Equity, Inclusion & Accountability John Brazeal, Chief Financial Officer Jeff Puls – Chief Technology Officer Luke Heitert – Chief Communications Officer/Safety & Security Liaison Mohini Mahajan – 23/24 Student Representative to the Board Heike Janis – Executive Assistant to Superintendent/Board of Education 1. Business Meeting – 7:00 p.m. Information: 1.01 Adequate Notice/Call to Order Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. Ms. Kimberly Hurst was absent due to a family commitment. The absence was excused. President, Amy Rubin, extended her deepest sympathy and sincere condolences on behalf of the board and the School District of Clayton to the family of Jackson Spader who died in a house fire. Jackson was a Kindergarten student at Meramec Elementary School.

Action: 1.02 Adoption of Agenda Adopt the agenda as posted. Motion by Gary Pierson, second by Stacy Siwak. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Amy Rubin, Stacy Siwak, Gary Pierson, Jason Wilson, Chris Win, Jason Growe

2. Recognizing Our Own Information: 2.01 Wydown Middle School Science Teacher - Chris Chisholm The Board of Education recognized Mr. Chris Chisholm for his leadership with the Wydown WEB (Where Everyone Belongs) program.

Information: 2.02 Bus Driver Appreciation The Board of Education recognized the Special School District bus drivers and aide who transport Clayton district students.

3. Public Comment Information: 3.01 Public Participation at Board Meetings Cordell Whitlock: Mr. Whitlock addressed the board members regarding the School District of Clayton and the Special School District partnership. Yalla Naga: Grateful for the work that everyone is doing regarding the special school district services. Ms. Naga expressed her concerns about the partnership agreement. Michelle Abounader: Ms. Abounader thanked the staff of the School District and Clayton and Special School District for their work with students who receive special school district services. Cecelia "Cricket", her daughter, is thriving at Wydown from the services she is receiving. Tahnee Whitlock-Cordell: Thank you for getting us to this point and for continuing the work that needs to be done. Ms. Whitlock- Cordell suggested additional language for the resolution the board is asked to adopt.

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4. Superintendent Communications Information: 4.01 Superintendent Communications Dr. Nisha Patel provided an update on current district events and happenings.

5. Student Representative to the Board Information: 5.01 Student Representative to the Board of Education - Update Mohini Mahajan provided an update about the opening of the Clayton High School Wellness Center, the Science Olympiad at the secondary schools, concerns that students expressed about the Center of Clayton parking lot, and ideas for a senior student showcase.

6. Presentations/Study Items Action, Information: 6.01 Special School District Partnership Update Dr. Robyn Wiens, Dr. Thurma DeLoach, and Dr. Michael Maclin provided an update on the Special School District partnership with the School District of Clayton. Dr. DeLoach provided information about the work she has been able to do with the parents during the facilitation process. It is recommended that the Board of Education adopt the Board Resolution. Motion by Gary Pierson, second by Amy Rubin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Amy Rubin, Stacy Siwak, Gary Pierson, Jason Wilson, Chris Win, Jason Growe

Information: 6.02 Legislative Update Jere Hochman provided legislative updates to the board members including open enrollment SB1051 (out of committee and will come up on calendar for discussion and vote), HB1989 (passed in the House and has been moved into the Senate - don't know when it may be heard), SB727 (tax voucher), tax credit voucher bills and tax reform bills.

7. Action Items Action: 7.01 2025-2026 Academic Calendar Guiding Principles That the Board of Education approve the 2025-2026 Academic Calendar Guiding Principles document as presented. Motion by Gary Pierson, second by Stacy Siwak. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Amy Rubin, Stacy Siwak, Gary Pierson, Jason Wilson, Chris Win, Jason Growe

8. Consent Items Action (Consent): 8.01 Consent Agenda 8.02 through 8.09 Resolution: That the Board of Education approve the consent agenda for agenda items 8.02 through 8.09. That the Board of Education approve the consent agenda for agenda items 8.02 through 8.09. Motion by Gary Pierson, second by Amy Rubin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Amy Rubin, Stacy Siwak, Gary Pierson, Jason Wilson, Chris Win, Jason Growe

 8.02 Surplus Property Declaration  8.03 Meramec Elementary Gym Floor Replacement  8.04 K-12 Tuition Agreement 2024-2025  8.05 January 2024 Financial Reporting  8.06 January 2024 Disbursement Report  8.07 Memorandum of Understanding - University of Missouri-Columbia College of Education Partnership  8.08 Personnel  8.09 Approval of Minutes

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9. Board Communications Information: 9.01 Board Committee, Community and Liaison Reports Jason Wilson attended the PTO Council meeting and provided an update to the board members.

10. Adjournment Action, Procedural: 10.01 Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 10:09 p.m. That the Board of Education adjourn. Motion by Gary Pierson, second by Stacy Siwak. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Amy Rubin, Stacy Siwak, Gary Pierson, Jason Wilson, Chris Win, Jason Growe

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___________________________________________ Amy Rubin, Board President

Gary Pierson, Board Secretary

Date: February 21, 2024