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Recent projects included high school roof repairs, visitor locker room upgrades at F&M Bank stadium, and exterior painting at PHS to match existing finishes.
Transportation continues to operate 36 routes with 43 staff members, supported by 14 new buses, 9 returned from lease, and 33 CDL-certified coaches and directors available as needed.
Piedmont Athletics programs are off to a strong start, with softball competing in the KWNFCA Leadoff Classic, volleyball ranked sixth in 6A, and football holding opponents scoreless through the first two games.
BUSINESS ITEMS
A. The board unanimously approved the FY26 Estimate of Needs
B. The board unanimously approved Elementary and Secondary mentor teacher assignments as listed on Attachment B. This is required by the stated. All mentor positions were filled in June.
C. The board unanimously approved FY26 Rates of Pay. This included at $.25 incremental step increase for the IT Intern role.
D. The board discussed and approved a Memorandum of Understanding with PAE regarding the Master’s Step. The agreement ensures that once an employee’s master’s degree is officially conferred, they will immediately begin receiving prorated compensation based on the date of conferment.
E. The board approved an agreement with Capturing Kid’s Heart Professional Development for $24,500 from the General Fund. Funding support includes a $4,500 grant from CKHF, a $10,000 contribution from Bob Henley of Servias Ministries, and a pending grant amount from the Piedmont Foundation. Additional outreach is underway to extend the Professional Development budget. The board noted positive feedback from teachers, highlighting the training’s impact on their skills and student outcomes, with parents also observing noticeable improvements in their children.
F. The board approved adding all Esports games supported and regulated by OSSAA, OKSE, and OESL. This expansion allows students to compete in a wider range of leagues at higher levels, with over 20 games available through OSSAA compared to the five previously offered. Eddie Wright noted that participation through OKSE and OESL also creates opportunities for college scholarships.
G. The board approved an agreement with Instructure Inc. for Parchment Transcript services at a cost of $5,587.35 from the General Fund. The service allows transcripts to be requested and sent electronically, a process now required by many colleges. Previously covered by the State Department of Education, the district will now absorb the cost to benefit students and parents.
H. The board approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Oklahoma City Police to allow limited access to the district’s surveillance camera system during emergencies or critical incidents. The system connects through a secure box housed at the district, with access restricted and logged to ensure accountability. The district retains control over what cameras are available for viewing and can monitor when law enforcement accesses the system. Board members noted this partnership aligns with practices in nearby districts such as Deer Creek, Putnam City, and Moore, and represents a step forward in safety and collaboration.
I. The board approved revisions to Policy DAA Nondiscrimination to align with SB 942 requirements and accreditation standards. Updates include new language and an updated point of contact.
CONSENT AGENDA
The board approved all consent agenda items A-J.
FINANCIAL REPORT
Ms. Jennifer Fuller, Chief Financial Officer, provided a financial report to the board.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
The board did convene into executive session. No action was taken.
ACTION ITEM
A. The board unanimously approved employment as listed in Attachment C of the board agenda.
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
Dr. Eichelberger provided the following update to the board on the start of the school year.:
- Sixty Piedmont Intermediate staff members participated in Capturing Kids' Hearts training, with participant feedback highlighting its positive impact. Another session is scheduled for November 13–14 for the team at Piedmont Elementary.
- Enrollment is up by 85 students compared to last September.
- In August, transportation staff completed an intensive three-day CDL training that prioritized student safety throughout the program.
- The first month of school has gone exceptionally well, including improved car line procedures with support from Piedmont Police Department.
- The Bell-2-Bell No Cell policy has been implemented seamlessly, with students adjusting quickly. Thank you to our staff and students for working hard to make this change district-wide.
- Dr. Eichelberger praised teachers and staff for their hard work in preparing lessons and classrooms, and expressed appreciation to administrators and board members for their efforts in making this a strong start to the year.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 7:43 p.m.
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