To watch the archived live stream of this meeting on YouTube, use THIS LINK.

To review the full meeting agenda for this meeting, use THIS LINK. 

Board Presentations

Reading Success Plans

Tracy Haggerty, Fox C-6 Chief Teaching and Learning Officer, presented the Board of Education and Fox community with an update on Reading Success Plans, part of a new state statute. Use this link to review the full presentation. 

Financial Items

Budget Adjustment

The Board of Education voted to approve Budget Adjustment #4 for the fiscal year. The budget adjustments approved are due mainly to federal grants.Use this link to review the full approval. 

Budget Update

Fox C-6 Superintendent, Dr. Paul Fregeau presented the Board with an update on the District’s current financial picture. Recently, the state of Missouri decided to allow districts to utilize pre-pandemic Average Daily Attendance (ADA) calculations for the 2023-2024 school year. This will result in Fox C-6 receiving approximately $5 million in additional funding from the state that we had not planned to receive. This news decreases the potential budget deficit to $8.2 million. To help address the pending budget deficit, Dr. Fregeau revised his original financial recommendations and shared the following recommendations with the Board and Fox community:

• A reduction of 30 certified positions. This comes to approximately a 5% reduction in administrative staff and a 3% reduction in teaching staff. This is projected to save $2.6 million dollars.

• A reduction in the amount of levy funds allocated to Fund 4 (capital improvements) from 62 cents to 47 cents, to add an additional $1.8 million to operating funds.

• Reduction of building budgets by at least $250,000

• Delaying a Chromebook refresh cycle, which will save approximately $500,000

• Exploring ways to enhance revenue through facility rentals and advertising

Additionally, Dr. Fregeau recommended that the Board of Education place a $1.0207 tax levy on the August 2023 ballot. Dr. Fregeau shared that it has been 19 years since Fox C-6 has asked the community for an increase in the operating levy. In order to place a ballot initiative on the August 2023 ballot, the Board of Education would need to approve ballot language by the May 16, 2023 Board meeting. 

 Use this link to review the agenda item. 

Board Approvals

Pandemic Response Plan

The Board of Education voted to approve the District’s Pandemic Response Plan. The plan must be re-approved every six months while the District is receiving ESSER funds. There have been no changes to the Plan since it was last approved on August 16, 2022.  This plan follows Missouri State Statutes 167.191 and 171.011 and Board of Education Policies EBB and GBE: Communicable Diseases and Staff Health and Safety.   Use this link to review the full approval.

Tuition Rates

The Board of Education voted to set tuition rates for the 2023-2024 school year. Use this link to review the full approval.

Summer School Pay Scale

The Board of Education voted to approve summer school pay rates. The newly approved pay rates introduce the $0.85 per hour pay increase early for summer school employees to incentivize working summer school for hourly employees. Use this link to review the full approval.

Business Lab Computers

The Board of Education approved an agreement with ViG Solutions to purchase 100 computers to be utilized in middle school business labs. Each of the 4 middle school labs being refreshed will now contain the new PLTW App Creators course, a PLTW course designed to be a part of the Computer Science Pathway. Use this link to review the full approval. 

High School Scheduling Counselors

The Board of Education voted to approve five additional work days per year for secondary scheduling counselors. In order to complete scheduling and related tasks during the summer, two scheduling counselors (one at each high school) need up to five additional workdays during the summer to complete the master schedule and student schedules at each high school. These days will be paid at the individual counselors’ daily pay rate. Use this link to review the full approval. 

Agreement with Hopskipdrive, Inc.

The Board of Education voted to approve an agreement with Hopskipdrive, Inc. to provide taxi cab service to and from school for students that qualify for specific transportation needs under the McKinney-Vento Act.  Use this link to review the full approval. 

Donations to the School District

Donations

The Board of Education voted to accept three donations to the District:

• $500.00 to the Feed it Forward program to be applied to overdue meal balances at Lone Dell Elementary from Shawn Kerley

• $500.00 to the Fox Alumni Association from Dan Glore.

• $150.00 to Simpson Elementary from Midwest Regional Bank

Use this link to review the full approval. 

To watch the archived live stream of this meeting on YouTube, use THIS LINK.

To review the full meeting agenda for this meeting, use THIS LINK. 

Board Presentations

Prop P Construction Update

A representative from Navigate shared an update on Prop P projects around the district. Use this link to review the full presentation. 

Mental Health First Aid

Chelsea Boyd, an assistant principal at Seckman High School, presented an update to the Board and Fox C-6 community on the Mental Health First Aid program at Seckman High School.  Use this link to review the full presentation. 

Financial Items

Budget Reductions

Fox C-6 Superintendent, Dr. Paul Fregeau presented the Board with recommendations for budget reductions for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. Fox C-6 is facing a budget deficit of up to 13.2 million dollars for the upcoming fiscal year. To help address this budget deficit, Dr. Fregeau recommended the following actions:

• A reduction of 30 certified positions. This comes to approximately a 5% reduction in administrative staff and a 3% reduction in teaching staff. This is projected to save $2.6 million dollars.

• A reduction in the amount of levy funds allocated to Fund 4 (capital improvements) from 62 cents to 47 cents, to add an additional $1.8 million to operating funds.

• Moving to a four-day school week. This transition will provide ongoing savings of at least $1 million

• Reduction of building budgets by at least $250,000

• Delaying a Chromebook refresh cycle, which will save approximately $500,000

• Exploring ways to enhance revenue through facility rentals and advertising

 Use this link to review the agenda item. 

Tax Levy

Fox C-6 Superintendent, Dr. Paul Fregeau presented the Board with a recommendation to place a $1.1207 tax levy on the August 2023 ballot. Dr. Fregeau shared that it has been 19 years since Fox C-6 has asked the community for an increase in the operating levy. The Board of Education will be asked to approve ballot language at the May 17, 2023 Board meeting Use this link to review the agenda item.

Board Approvals

Open Enrollment Resolution

The Board of Education voted to approve a resolution opposing legislation regarding open enrollment in Missouri public schools.  Use THIS LINK to review the full approval.

Change Order Requests

The Board of Education voted to approve Change Order Request #9 from ICS for Prop P Projects. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval.

Asphalt Repair - Sherwood Elementary

The Board of Education voted to approve a bid from Big City Asphalt for $26,400 for asphalt repairs at Sherwood elementary. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval.

Agreement with Finalsite for District Website

The Board of Education approved an agreement with Finalsite for the District website. In November, the district’s current website provider, Blackboard, announced that it had been acquired by Finaliste. As part of the acquisition, Blackboard’s website clients will need to migrate website services to Finalsite’s system, which requires an updated agreement. Over the next five years, the District will see $27,519 in savings for the website and mobile application due to the acquisition.  Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Infinite Campus Agreement

The Board of Education approved an agreement with Infinite Campus to serve as the district’s student information system. The Fox C-6 District currently utilizes Tyler SiSK12 as its student information system.  Tyler Technologies has announced that it will be closing the SiSK12 division of the company and has partnered with Infinite Campus to offload existing customers.  The district student information system is the largest system in the district housing information such as grades, transcripts, discipline, attendance, medical, transportation, food service, and many other areas. 

 Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Purchase Card Authorization

The district uses purchase cards and credit cards for purchasing various items. We are requesting approval for a Visa purchase card for Jennifer Ward, FACS Teacher at FMS, with a credit limit of $1,000. Ms. Ward is new to this position and this card will replace the card used by her predecessor. Per policy DJF, this requires Board approval. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Seckman Middle School Furniture

The Board of Education voted to approve the purchase of furniture for Seckman Middle School Prop P addition and renovations through EducationPlus using their cooperative pricing discounts. The furniture will be paid for using allocated Prop P funds. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

2023-2024 District Calendar

The Board of Education voted to accept the 2023-2024 District calendar for a second reading and adoption. This calendar was brought for a first reading in December.  As discussed in December, April 1st has been changed to a Professional Development / Conferences Day and April 2nd has been changed to No School.  Please note that this calendar is subject to change as the District is exploring a 4-day school week. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Donations to the School District

Donations

The Board of Education voted to accept five donations to the District:

• $600.00 to the Fox High School ESports program to purchase Nintendo Switch equipment from Maddy Roofing

• $500.00 to the Feed It Forward program for Fox High School lunch accounts from Ramela Zametica

• $320.00 to the Feed it Forward program from online donations.

• $475.00 to The Fox C-6 Care Closet from the Seckman Civic Club

• $2,500 to the Fox High Alumni Committee from the City of Arnold Tourism Commission to be used for the recognition ceremonies and expenses to endorse the mission

Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Board Policy Revisions

Policy Adoptions

The Board of Education accepted 12 Board policies for a second reading and adoption. Please use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

First Reading of Policy Adoptions

The Board of Education accepted 3 Board policies for a first reading. These policies will be brought back for a second reading and adoption at the February 21, 2023 Board meeting.  Use THIS LINK to review the full approval.

To watch the archived live stream of this meeting on YouTube, use THIS LINK.

To review the full meeting agenda for this meeting, use THIS LINK. 

Board Presentations

Prop P Construction Update

A representative from Navigate shared an update on Prop P projects around the district. Use this link to review the full presentation. 

Kindergarten Readiness Assessment

Maria Bielik, the District’s Director of Data and Assessment, provided the Board and Fox C-6 community with an update on the district’s kindergarten readiness exam.  Use this link to review the full presentation. 

Financial Items

Independent Audit Presentation

A representative from Daniel Jones and Associates presented the Board and Fox community with the district’s annual audit report. Fox C-6 received an “unqualified” or clean audit report.  Use this link to review the full audit report and board approval of the audit. 

Fund Balance Update

Mr. John Stewart, Fox C-6 Chief Financial Officer, presented the Board and Fox community with an update on the district’s fund balances. Use this link to review the full agenda item.

Board Approvals

Property/Liability/Fleet/Workmen’s Comp Insurance

The Board of Education voted to approve a proposal to join the Missouri United School Insurance Council (MUSIC) to provide property, liability, fleet, and workmen’s compensation insurance to the District. MUSIC is a non-profit, member-owned self-insurance pooling program for Missouri public school districts and community colleges. Switching to MUSIC will allow the District to see a $106,225 saving in the annual premium.  Use THIS LINK to review the full approval.

Change Order Requests

The Board of Education voted to approve two change orders for Prop P Projects:

• SM Wilson Change Order #2

• ICS Change Order #8

CSIP Approval

The Board of Education approved the final draft of the District’s 2023-2027 Continuous School Improvement Plan, following an extensive stakeholder feedback process. The final document, along with updates on the CSIP process can be found at www.foxc6.org/csip.  Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Library Shelving - Seckman Middle School

The Board of Education approved the purchase of library shelving for the new library at Seckman Middle School following the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process, which was led by Navigate, the district’s owner representative, Fox C-6 selected Color Art as the vendor for furniture for Prop P projects. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Agreement with Chestnut Health Systems

The Board of Education approved a contract with Chestnut Health Systems to place a licensed school-based counselor in the District for the remainder of the 2022-2023 school year. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Parents as Teachers Salaries

The Board of Education approved a pay rate increase for Parents as Teachers. This program is self-funded, so local funds will not be utilized to support this pay increase. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

CKC Tuition

The Board of Education approved a revised CKC tuition rate and pay scale for CKC employees for the 2023-2024 school year. A tuition increase will allow Character Kids Club to remain self-funded and attract additional employees with a higher rate of pay. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Professional Development Opportunity - NAFEPA

The Board of Education approved the out-of-town professional development request for Kim Loomis, Director of Federal Programs and Human Resources, to attend the National Association of Federal Education Program Administrators conference in Washington DC from March 26-29, 2023. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Memorandum of Understanding with MSBA

The Board of Education approved a memorandum of understanding with the Missouri School Boards Association (MSBA) to assist with School District Administrative Claiming. MSBA will complete the final documentation to submit to MO Heathnet for reimbursement. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Memorandum of Understanding with Special School District

The Board of Education approved a memorandum of understanding with the Special School District of St. Louis County (SSD) for Fox C-6 juniors and seniors to attend South County Technical School, which is operated by SSD, for classes that are not available or offered at the Jefferson College Area Technical School. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Professional Development Opportunity - Link Crew Training 

The Board of Education approved the out-of-town professional development request for two teachers at Fox High School to attend Link Crew Basic Training in Itasca, IL from March 27-29, 2023. Link Crew is the high school transition program designed to increase attendance, decrease discipline referrals and improve academic performance at your school.  At this training, educators will receive step-by-step instructions on how to implement the Link Crew program. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

2023-2024 District Calendar

The Board of Education voted to accept the 2023-2024 District calendar for a first reading. This calendar was developed by a committee of staff, parents, and administrators. The committee also conducted surveys about the calendar before finalizing it. The District calendar will be brought back for a second reading and adoption at the January 17, 2023 Board meeting. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Donations to the School District

Donations

The Board of Education voted to approve two donations to the District:

• $1,000 was anonymously donated to Meramec Heights Elementary for students' Christmas gifts.

• $500 to Antonia Middle School from Gravois Bluffs Walmart for their Bull Boutique/Comfort Care Closet

• $2,250 to Seckman High School from Midwest Regional Bank for supplies.

• $895 from various donors to the Feed It Forward Program

• $631.80 to the Meramec Heights Elementary Music Department from the Sheldon Concert Hall for a fourth-grade field trip.

• The All-District Elementary Choir received the following donations: 

• $150.00 from Midwest Regional Bank (all district elementary choir music)

• $500.00 from C6 Foundation (all district elementary choir music)

• $4,930.00 from C6 Foundation (all district elementary music instruments)

Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Board Policy Revisions

Policy Adoptions

The Board of Education reviewed and adopted two Board policies. Please use this link and this link to review the full approval. 

First Reading of Policies

The Board of Education accepted 12 Board policies for a first reading. These policies will be brought back for a second reading and adoption at the January 17, 2023 Board meeting. All policy changes are recommendations of the Missouri School Boards Association (MSBA), most related to updated legislation. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Board Workshop

Following the business meeting, the Board of Education held s workshop meeting to discuss the items below. 

Policy Discussion

The Board discussed possible revisions to several board policies. 

Safety and Securit Director

The Board discussed the possibility of creating a position called “Safety and Security Director” to serve across the district. 

Classified Staff Salaries

This conversation was tabled for a later date.

MSIP 6 Committees/Board Evaluation

The Board discussed the possibility of creating additional committees and how to evaluate the board.

To watch the archived live stream of this meeting on YouTube, use THIS LINK.

To review the full meeting agenda for this meeting, use THIS LINK. 

Board Retreat

At 5:00 pm, the Board of Education held a Board retreat to discuss district finances, classified staff salaries, and staffing a Safety & Security Director.

Student Ambassadors to the Board Induction

The Board welcomed five Student Ambassadors to the Board of Education. This new program is designed to create a bridge between the Board of Education and the student body and to amplify the voice of Fox C-6 students. The Student Ambassadors were selected through an application and interview process. During each Board meeting, Student Ambassadors from both Fox C-6 high schools will share a school update and be available to share input with the Board of Education as requested. Congratulations to the first class of Student Ambassadors to the Board of Education:

• Chiara Figueria-Ortiz, Junior from Seckman High School

• Lindsey Greene, Senior from Fox High School

• Kyle Lane, Senior from Seckman High School

• Reese Mullins, 

• Ayda Redmond, Senior from Seckman High School

Board Presentations

Prop P Construction Update

A representative from EGL, the consulting firm contracted to help create the district’s next CSIP, presented the first draft of Fox’s comprehensive school improvement plan. Over 2,000 stakeholders including staff, students, families, and community members shared input that led to this draft of the CSIP. The CSIP includes 15 SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound) goals that were developed based on themes in the feedback received from stakeholders. 

This plan will be reviewed, discussed, and adopted by the Board of Education as soon as December. Use THIS LINK to review the full presentation, including the draft of the CSIP document. 

Donations to the School District

Donations

The Board of Education voted to approve two donations to the District:

• $100 from Michelle Ries to the Feed it Forward program

• $250 from the Meramec Arnold Elks Lodge 2372 to Antonia Middle School for Veterans Breakfast

Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Midwest Regional Bank Grants

The Board of Education voted to approve $10,175 in grants from the We Care About Kids charitable program and Midwest Regional Bank. Below are the schools that received a grant. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Antonia Elementary	$1,800
Antonia Middle School	$450
Clyde Hamrick Elementary	$575
Fox Elementary	$600
Fox High School	$750
Guffey Elementary	$1,050
Ridgewood Middle School	$3,150
Sherwood Elementary	$450
Simpson Elementary	$1,350

Board Approvals

Navigate Building Solutions Task Orders #3 and #4

The Board of Education voted to approve task orders #3 and #4 with Navigate Building Solutions. Navigate serves as the District’s owner’s representation for Prop P construction projects. These task orders will allow Navigate to represent Fox C-6 throughout the secure entry vestibule projects and playground projects. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval.

Provision Data Solutions Proposal

The Board of Education voted to approve a proposal from Provision Data Solutions to replace all aging and out-of-support network equipment and to improve wireless networking across all buildings. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval.

POTS Service

The Board of Education voted to approve a proposal from AT&T for traditional landline telephone service that include IP phone service and full E911 capabilities and cell backup.  Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Purchase of Autoscrubbers

The Board of Education voted to approve the purchase of five auto-scrubbers, floor cleaners used by the custodial staff, from Royal Papers. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval

Purchase of School Buses

The Board of Education voted to approve the purchase of eight new 71 passenger buses as part of the district’s regular replacement cycle for school buses. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Johnson Controls Service Agreement

The Board of Education voted to approve a service agreement with Johnson Controls for energy management at Meramec Height, Rockport Heights, Don Earl, Simpson, Antonia Middle, Ridgewood Middle, and Seckman Middle. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

LAMP Service Agreement

The Board of Education voted to approve a service agreement with LAMP for interpreting services to be available for “in person” and video translation services. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Board Policy Revisions

The Board of Education reviewed two policies, one to be brought back for a fourth reading and adoption at the December 13, 2022 Board meeting and one that was approved by the Board. Use THIS LINK and THIS LINK to review the policy revisions. 

To watch the archived live stream of this meeting on YouTube, use THIS LINK.

To review the full meeting agenda for this meeting, use THIS LINK. 

Board Presentations

Comprehensive School Improvement Plan (CSIP) Draft Presentation

A representative from EGL, the consulting firm contracted to help create the district’s next CSIP, presented the first draft of Fox’s comprehensive school improvement plan. Over 2,000 stakeholders including staff, students, families, and community members shared input that led to this draft of the CSIP. The CSIP includes 15 SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound) goals that were developed based on themes in the feedback received from stakeholders. 

This plan will be reviewed, discussed, and adopted by the Board of Education as soon as December. Use THIS LINK to review the full presentation, including the draft of the CSIP document. 

Donations to the School District

Office Depot Donation

The Board of Education voted to approve a donation from Office Depot for $25,385.66. Mr. Ronald Adams, a Fox graduate, and parent of a current Fox High School student selected Fox C-6 as a recipient of funding raised through a round-up program at Office Depot. Funds from this program will be used by teachers at schools designated to receive Title I funder for school supplies, furniture, etc. Each Title 1 school will receive an allocation of these funds to use. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Midwest Regional Bank Grants

The Board of Education voted to approve $5,977 in grants from the We Care About Kids charitable program and Midwest Regional Bank. Below are the schools that received a grant. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Antonia Middle School	$1,277
Lone Dell Elementary	$3,250
Hodge Elementary	$600
Meramec Heights Elementary	$900

Board Approvals

Change Orders

The Board of Education voted to approve change orders for the following construction projects:

Change Order #4 at Seckman Middle School from Brockmiller Construction
Change Order #7 on the Fox campus from ICS
Change Order #1 at Meramec Heights Elementary from SM Wilson

Use the links in the change orders to review the full approvals.

Central Office - Fire/Security Alarm Monitoring

The Board of Education voted to approve a proposal from Tech Electronics to provide cell dialer equipment and monitoring services at central office. Current equipment is outdated and will not be supported by cell towers. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval.

SRO Overtime Agreement

The Board of Education voted to approve an overtime agreement with the City of Arnold for the district’s School Resource Officer. The district’s current agreement with the City of Arnold does not address overtime pay for school-related activities outside of the normal working hours of the SRO. This agreement formalizes that Fox C-6 will pay for any overtime as a result of these activities. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Out of Town Professional Development

The Board of Education voted to approve an out-of-town professional development request for a district social worker to attend the National School Social Worker Conference in Broomfield, Colorado in March of 2023. The registration and travel costs for this conference are being paid with the American Rescue Plan-Homeless Children and Youth II grant. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Purchase of Library Furniture at Ridgewood Middle School

The Board of Education voted to approve the purchase of new furniture for the Ridgewood Middle School library. This purchase has been funded through fundraising efforts at Ridgewood.

Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

VFW Hall Rental

The Board of Education voted to approve an agreement for the District to rent the VFW hall in Arnold for 100 educators to use for professional development on Monday, November 7. This space was needed because the District does not have enough space for all large groups to meet inside District facilities. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Early Notice Stipend

The Board of Education voted to approve an early notice stipend to incentivize employees who plan to retire to notify the district as early as possible. Retiring staff members who submit their separation prior to Winter Break (December 16) will receive a $500 stipend and a $300 stipend to staff members who submit their separation prior to the end of the first semester (between December 19 and January 13). Any employee who is paid on the teacher salary schedule or who is n an administrator position would be eligible for this stipend. This is not meant to encourage anyone to separate; this stipend is intended to encourage those employees who are planning to leave at the end of the school year to notify the District as early as possible. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Board Policy Revisions

The Board of Education reviewed two policies, one to be brought back for a third reading and adoption at the November 15, 2022 Board meeting and one that will be brought for a second reading and adoption at the December 13, 2022 Board meeting. Use THIS LINK and THIS LINK to review the policy revisions. 

To watch the archived live stream of this meeting on YouTube, use THIS LINK.

To review the full meeting agenda for this meeting, use THIS LINK. 

Board Presentations

Navigate Building Solutions Presentation

A representative from Navigate Building Solutions, the District’s owner representative for Prop P construction projects, updated the Fox C-6 Board of Education and community members on the current status of Prop P projects. Use THIS LINK to review the full presentation. 

Board Approvals

Budget Adjustment

The Board of Education approved the second budget adjustment for the fiscal year. The approved adjustments are due mainly to updates related to federal funding and local tax rate. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Chromebook Purchase

The Board of Education voted to approve the purchase of Chromebooks for the district’s 1:1 program for the 2023-2024 school year. New Chromebooks will be issued to all incoming 6th and 9th grade students at the beginning of the school year. These devices will be purchased using an EdPlus Missouri Schools contract with ESSER funds. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval.

Policy KG - Facility Usage Fees

The board of Education voted to accept Policy KG for a first reading. This policy will be brought for a second reading and adoption during the November 1, 2022 Board meeting.  Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

NWEA Purchase

The Board of Education voted to approve the purchase of the benchmark testing program NWEA. Fox C-6 currently utilizes NWEA to collect growth data in elementary (K-5) and middle(6-8) schools. This is a renewal of service. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Grant Support Agreement

The Board of Education voted to approve a grant support agreement with the University of Missouri - St. Louis (UMSL). As part of a grant UMSL received from the US Department of Education Child Care Access Means Parents in School (CCAMPIS) program, current UMSL students who have a child enrolled in CKC may be entitled to reimbursement through this grant. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Grow Your Own Grant - Teacher Stipend

The Board of Education voted to approve the creation of two teacher stipends - one at each high school - to coordinate the efforts at their school for students involved with Dual Enrollment and Cadet Teaching to foster/facilitate the district’s GYO efforts with cadet teachers. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Elementary Yearbook Stipends

The Board of Education voted to approve the creation of a stipend for teachers in each elementary school who oversee the production of the school yearbook. Teachers in Fox C-6 middle and high schools who oversee yearbook production already receive a stipend. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

To watch the archived live stream of this meeting on YouTube, use THIS LINK.

To review the full meeting agenda for this meeting, use THIS LINK. 

Board Presentations

Fox C-6 Mobile App/Website Overview

Mr. JP Prezzavento, the Communication & Instructional Technology Coordinator gave the Board of Education and Fox C-6 community an overview of the new mobile app and website. Fox C-6 launched its new website on July 1 of this year and the new mobile app Monday, September 26. Use THIS LINK to review the full presentation. 

Six-Year MAP/EOC Data Presentation

Dr. Randy Gilman, Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Schools, and Dr. Tammy Cardona, Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Schools, provided the Board of Education and Fox C-6 community with an update on the District’s MAP and EOC data over the past six years. Use THIS LINK to review the full presentation.

Board Approvals

Change Orders

The Board of Education approved change orders for capital improvement projects at Antonia Elementary, the Fox campus, and the Seckman campus. Use the links below to review the full approvals. 

• Antonia Elementary change orders

• Fox campus change orders

• Seckman campus change orders

PWSD Agreements

The Board of Education voted to approve the agreements for water service with Public Water Supply District No.1 and authorize the CFO to execute the user agreements for the district. Public Water Supply District No. 1 requires new service to the building addition at Fox High School, requiring the District to apply for a new meter and lines for water service. All associated costs will be paid from Prop P funds. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval.

Department Vehicle Purchase

The board of Education voted to approve the purchase of a new department vehicle for the Technology Department to replace a vehicle that has surpassed its useable life cycle.  Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

District Staff Laptop Purchase

The Board of Education voted to approve the purchase of 750 new teacher laptops. The current laptop replacement cycle has passed and the incoming devices will be utilized by staff for the next five years. These devices are being purchased utilizing ESSER funds through a state contract with EdPlus. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Out of Town Travel

The Board of Education voted to approve out-of-town travel for one staff member to attend an EF Explore America Boston Training Tour. EF will pay for the flights, hotel accommodation, and activities. Fox C-6 is responsible for paying for the cost of a substitute teacher. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Curriculum Resources

The Board of Education voted to approve the purchase of multi-level Fundations kits for all Elementary special service classrooms. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Grant Stipends

The Board of Education voted to approve the creation of two grant-funded, one-year stipends for teachers to manage the District’s Grow Your Own and Recruitment/Retention grants. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Donations to the School district

The Board of Education voted to approve six donations to the school district:

• $30.00 to Guffey Elementary from parent Kim Hrin to apply to student meal accounts.

• $1,000.00 was donated anonymously to the Fox High School Social Studies Department for new maps and books.

• $500.00 classroom grant to Meramec Heights Music Department from the Missouri Retired Teachers Association.

• $750.00 from the Sinquefield Charitable Foundation to the Meramec Heights Elementary Music Department for a Mizzou Music COMP Contest award.

• $1,000.00 to Ridgewood Middle School Ban from the Sinquefield Charitable Foundation for a Mizzou Music COMP Contest award.

• $500.00 donation from Walmart to purchase clothes and personal items for students in need.

Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Board Policy Revisions

First Reading of Policies

Following a request from Board members, Fox C-6 has developed revisions to one Board policy, which has been accepted for a first reading. The policy will be brought for a second reading and adoption at the Board’s November 1, 2022 meeting. Use THIS LINK to see the full approval.

To watch the archived live stream of this meeting on YouTube, use THIS LINK.

To review the full meeting agenda for this meeting, use THIS LINK. 

Board Presentations

Safety and Security Presentation

Mr. Jeremy Donald, the Director of Safety, Security, & Student Services gav

To watch the archived live stream of the May 17, 2022 meeting on YouTube, use THIS LINK.

To review the full meeting agenda for this meeting, use THIS LINK. 

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Information Items

American Heart Association Presentation

Kary Bachert, the Youth Marketing Director from the American Heart Association presented the Board and Fox community with an update on the American Heart Association and its partnership with Fox C-6. Ms. Barchert applauded the work of Antonia Elementary for raising $15,188 for the American Heart Association this year. Additionally, Fox C-6 students and schools have a lifetime fundraising total 1.5 million dollars! Use THIS LINK to review the full agenda item. 

2022-2023 Preliminary Budget Summary

John Stewart, Fox C-6 Chief Financial Officer, shared the preliminary 2022-2023 budget summary with the Board of Education. This budget will be reviewed and revised before being brought back for approval at the June 21 Board meeting. Use THIS LINK to review the full agenda item. 

Board Approvals

Builder’s Risk Insurance Coverage

The Board of Education voted to approve a proposal for Builder's Risk Insurance Coverage from Nationwide for the Fox High School track project and from Travelers for the Fox campus and Seckman campus projects. Builder’s risk insurance is a specialized type of property insurance that helps to protect buildings and facilities under construction in the case the property damage occurs due to fire, lightning, hail, and some other circumstances.  Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

AES/MHE Special Contract Allowance

When the Board of Education approved the construction contract with SM Wilson for the Pro P projects at Antonia Elementary and Meramec Heights Elementary the contract included a special contract allowance of $200,000 for cost escalations due to market conditions. The Board of Education voted to authorize the HVAC escalation cost of $108,841 to be charged to this special contract allowance. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Bids for Special Inspections

The Board of Education voted to approve bids from Geotechnology for special inspections on the Fox campus Prop P project and the Seckman campus Prop P project. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Tuition Rates for 2022-2023

District policy allows for the admission of non-resident students when required or allowed in accordance with Missouri State Statute. The tuition rate for these students must be set annually. The Board of Education voted to approve tuition rates for non-resident students for the 2022-2023 school year of $10,671 for K-5, $9,827 for 6-8, and $9,487 for 9-12.  Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Financial Algebra Textbooks

Financial algebra is a class designed as an option for juniors and seniors who have completed College prep Algebra 1 and College Prep Geometry. The Board of Education voted to approve the purchase of textbooks for this course from Cengage Learning.  Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Response to Intervention at Work Workshop

The Board of Education voted to approve a purchase agreement with Solution Tree for the registration of 18 educators for the Response to Intervention at Work Workshop. This workshop will be held in St. Louis on October 26-27, 2022. Attendance at this workshop is approved pending title funding. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Dual Enrollment Agreement - Memo of Understanding (MOU) with Jefferson College 

Dual credit refers to college-level courses that allow a student to earn both high school and college credit simultaneously. In order to be able to offer these courses to our students, the District must have a Memorandum of Understanding on file with the host university. The Board of Education voted to approve an MOU with Jefferson College for Dual credit courses for the 2022/2023/2024 academic years. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Permanent Substitue Positions

For this school year, Fox C-6 has employed permanent substitutes to help cover classes when teachers are absent. The District hired one permanent sub for each elementary, two for each middle school, and three for each high school. The Board discussed whether to retain these positions for the 2022-2023 school year and voted to table the discussion to research funding sources. Use THIS LINK to review the full agenda item. 

Billboard Contract

In order to help attract qualified applicants for open positions, the District has been utilizing a variety of advertising methods including billboards on I-55. The Board of Education voted to approve a contract for a billboard on I-55, pending title funds. The billboard will run from July 4 - July 24 at I-55 and Meramec Bottom RD., and then from July 25 - October 16 at I-55 near the Fox campus. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

eFMLA Contract

The Board of Education voted to approve a contract with eFMLA to help streamline the service provided to staff who request FMLA leave. This program will work electronically which will provide an efficient service to employees and staff who process FMLA paperwork. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Board Policy Revisions

First Reading of Policies

The Board of Education voted to accept six policies for a first reading. Five of the policies are standard revisions. Policy JFGG is a new policy that is the first step to having student advisors to the Board of Education. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

To watch the archived live stream of this meeting on YouTube, use THIS LINK.

To review the full meeting agenda for this meeting, use THIS LINK. 

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Board Discussion

Board Retreat Schedule

The board set a date for the 2022 Board retreat for strategic planning and collaboration. The Board retreat will take place on Monday, June 13, 2022, from 2:00 pm until 6:00 pm. The Board retreat will continue on Tuesday, June 14, 2022 from 2:00 pm until 6:00 pm if needed. Use THIS LINK to review the full agenda item. 

Board Approvals

Builder’s Risk Insurance Coverage

The Board of Education voted to approve a proposal for Builder's Risk Insurance Coverage from Travelers for the construction projects at Antonia Elementary School and Meramec Heights Elementary School. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

LINK Crew Professional Development

The Board of Education voted to approve an out of town professional development request for the Fox High School freshman class sponsor to attend LINK Crew Training in Fallbrook, CA. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

 

Board Policy Discussion

Policy Discussion

The Board discussed possible revisions to three Board policies. Use THIS LINK, THIS LINK, and THIS LINK to review the full agenda items. 

To watch the new board member oath of office and Board reorganization, use THIS LINK.

To watch the archived live stream of this meeting on YouTube, use THIS LINK.

To review the full meeting agenda for this meeting, use THIS LINK. 

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Acceptance of Election Results

The board voted to approve the general municipal election results from April 5, 2022, for the two board member seats.  

 

The board members elected for three-year terms from 2022 - 2025 are:

 

Todd Scott - 3,515 votes (24.0%)

Kenneth Woolsey - 3,304 votes (22.58%)

 

The board member elected for a one-year term from 2022 - 2023 is:

Vicki Hanson - 3,433 (46.34%)

Board Reorganization

Election of Board of Education Officers

Each year the board of Education organizes itself by electing officers. The offices of Board President and Board Vice President are effective from April to April. The offices of Treasurer and Secretary are elected effective July 15 to July 15.

 

Krystal Hargis was elected Board President.

Jim Chellew was elected Board Vice-President.

Vicki Hanson was elected Board Treasurer.

 

Board Approvals

Summer School Nurse Pay Rate

 

The Board of Education voted to approve an adjusted summer school nurse pay rate to assist with staffing during summer school. This summer school pay rate aligns with the summer school pay rate in the Nurse Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) that was approved at the March 29, 2022 Board Meeting. That CBA does not go into effect until July 1, after summer school is over. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

 

Billboard Contract

 

The Board of Education voted to approve a contract with Outfront Advertising for a recruiting billboard along I-55 at Meramec Bottom RD for the time period of April 25, 2022, through June 26, 2022. Additionally, Outfront is gifting the District space on a digital billboard at 255/55 for one month. This will be paid for out of federal title funds. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

 

Purchase of Buses

 

The Board of Education voted to approve the purchase of seven new 2022 school buses from Midwest Bus Sale. The purchase price includes the trade-in of 12 current buses. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

 

Johnson Controls Service Agreement

 

The Board of Education voted to approve a one-year service agreement with Johnson Controls for HVAC systems at Antonia Middle School, Don Earl Early Childhood Center, Meramec Heights Elementary, Ridgewood Middle School, Rockport Heights Elementary, Seckman Middle School, and Simpson Elementary). This service agreement will help to keep HVAC software updated and functional for effective building management. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

 

PLTW Lab Workstations

 

The Board of Education voted to approve a proposal from VIG Solution to provide 110 Dell Optiplex desktop computers for use in Project Lead the Way (PLTW) labs at both Seckman and Fox High School. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Out of Town Travel

 

The Board of Education approved a professional development travel request for Maria Bielik, the incoming Director of Data and Assessment, to attend the 2022 Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Summit in Orlando, Florida on October 28-30, 2022. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Memorandum of Understanding with Missouri State University

 

The Board of Education voted to approve a Memorandum of Understanding with Missouri State University to allow student teachers who attend Missouri State University to be placed in Fox C-6 classrooms. Prior to student teachers from any university being placed in classrooms, an MOU must be reviewed by legal counsel and on file. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

 

Memorandum of Understanding for PoweredUP Virtual Academy

 

The Board of Education voted to approve a Memorandum of Understanding for the District’s PoweredUP Virtual Academy. In order to provide additional opportunities to Fox C-6 students, the District has developed virtual coursework. This MOU is to be shared with other Jefferson County schools that may want to enroll students in the PoweredUP Virtual Academy for a fee per student. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Board Policy Revisions

 

Policy Re-Adoption

The Board voted unanimously to re-adopt one Board policy. It is customary to re-adopt Board Policy BBFA regarding Board Member Conflict of Interest and Financial Disclosure after each Board election. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

To watch the archived live stream of the March 29, 2022 Board of Education meeting, use THIS LINK.

To view the full meeting agenda, use THIS LINK.

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Board Approvals

Donation to the School District

The Board of Education voted to accept five donations to the school district. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

 

School	Donation	Received From
Fox High School SADD	$2,640	Scholars Program GM Grant
Fox High School History Department	$2,490	Anonymous
Antonia Elementary	$174.56	Missouri State Parks
Fox High School Baseball	$15,000	Anonymous
Fox High School Baseball	$2,000	Kay Davis LLC/Steak & Shake

 

Resource Officer Training Conference - Out of Town Travel

The Board of Education voted to approve the out of town professional development request for Officer Patrick Sweeney to attend the National Association of School Resource Officers (NASRO) Conference in Aurora, Colorado.  Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Contract with J Casas & Associates

The Board of Education voted to approve a contract with J Casas & Associates for Jimmy Casas to provide a keynote presentation to Fox C-6 staff at the 2022-2023 school year staff welcome back, along with breakout sessions for administrators. The keynote presentation will be based on Mr. Casas’s book Culturize: Every Student. Every Day. Whatever it Takes. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

 

Graduation Photographer

The Board of Education voted to accept a proposal from RW Rigdon Images as the photographer for the Fox High School and Seckman High School Commencement 2022 photographs. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

 

Change Order Approval

The Board of Education voted to approve three additional change orders for the Antonia Elementary renovation project. These change orders were all under $5,000 and approved by the CFO, based on Policy FEF-1, and received final approval by the Board. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

 

2023-2025 Collective Bargaining Agreement with Fox NEA Teachers

The Board of Education voted to approve the 2023-2025 Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Fox NEA Teacher Bargaining Group. The bargaining unit ratified the Agreement with a 99% YES vote. The agreement is for the 2022-2023, 2023-2024, and 2024-2025 school years. This agreement includes a 6.53% overall salary increase for teachers. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

 

2023-2025 Collective Bargaining Agreement with Fox NEA Nurses

The Board of Education voted to approve the 2023-2025 Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Fox NEA Nurse Bargaining Group. The bargaining unit ratified the Agreement with a 100% YES vote. The agreement is for the 2022-2023, 2023-2024, and 2024-2025 school years. This agreement includes a 9.86% overall salary increase for RNs in year one of the agreement. The LPN salary schedule was part of the hourly staff increases that took effect on January 1, 2022. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Professional and Administrator Contracts

The Board of Education voted to approve Professional and Administrator contracts. These contracts are for building-level and district-level administrators, along with professional staff who qualify as “Exempt Employees”. Overall, administrators are receiving a 1.38% salary increase, which includes a $2,500 doctorate stipend for 10 individuals.  Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

To watch the archived live stream of the March 1, 2022 Board of Education meeting, use THIS LINK.

To view the full meeting agenda, use THIS LINK.

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Board Approvals

COVID Mitigation Plan

The Board of Education voted to revise the District’s COVID Mitigation Plan to remove the mask requirement on school buses. Previously, masks were required on school buses based on federal guidelines. Masks will remain recommended in all Fox C-6 school buildings and on school buses. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Southwest Baptist University

The Board of Education voted to approve a Memorandum of Understanding with Southwest Baptist University for student teacher placements. Prior to Fox C-6 being able to place student teachers from a university in our classrooms, a Memorandum of Understanding must be signed by the university and District. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Wilson Co. Reading: Supplemental Reading Materials

The Board of Education voted to approve the purchase of Wilson Reading: Supplemental Readables for Title I students at Meramec Heights Elementary, following a successful pilot program. This resource will provide direct support to the phonics instruction currently in place. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

 

Flex Program

The Board of Education voted to approve the FLEX program for high school juniors and seniors. Due to a variety of academic opportunities offered to Fox C-6 middle school and high school students, there are several juniors and seniors at both Fox and Seckman High School who need minimal credits to complete the graduation requirement. The FLEX program will allow students who have enough credits to graduate to attend two hours per day at school and then attend college classes or work the rest of the day. This program will only be available for seniors who are on target for graduation. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

 

iPad Purchase

The Board of Education voted to approve the purchase of 60 iPads for Title math classes at Guffey, Hamrick, Meramec Heights, and Sherwood Elementary (15 iPads per school). This purchase will ensure that small groups of students have access to technology to improve math skills. These devices will be paid for using Federal Title IV funds. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

 

Chromebook Purchase

The Board of Education voted to approve the purchase of 129 Chromebooks for student use at Lone Dell, Rockport, and Seckman Elementary (43 devices at each school). This purchase will help to ensure that students have continued access to district-provided instructional resources to help close the learning gaps that have been created through the Pandemic in the areas of ELA and math. The funding for this purchase will come from federal Title IV funds. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

 

Agreement with Blackboard

The Board of Education voted to approve a contract with Blackboard to host and design the District website and mobile application. During the February 15 Board meeting, the Board voted to accept a bid from Blackboard for website and mobile application services. This action authorized the District to enter into a contract with Blackboard for their services. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Fox High School Track Repair and Replacement

The Board of Education voted to approve a proposal and associated contract with Bryne & Jones Construction for the repair and replacement of the Fox High School track. In the spring of 2021, the Fox track cracked and heaved in various locations leaving the track damaged. The total cost of the track repair will be $595,975 and will be funded from the District’s Capital Projects fund. $100,000 will be reimbursed by the District’s insurance company. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Construction Bids for Fox Campus and Seckman Campus Prop P Projects

The Board of Education voted to accept bids for the Fox campus and Seckman campus Prop P projects. 

 

The Fox Campus Bid Group 1 project was awarded to ICS Construction Services for a total of $16,035,200. 

 

The Seckman Campus Bid Group 2 was awarded to Brockmiller Construction for a total of $4,076,000. 

 

Both projects will be funded with Prop P funds. Construction is expected to begin on both projects after the last day of school in May. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Board Policy Adoption/Revision 

The Board of Education voted to accept one policy revision for a second reading and adoption reading. Use THIS LINK to review the full approval. 

Watch the archived live stream of the Board of Education workshop on YouTube here.

Watch the archived live stream of the Board meeting on YouTube here.

Review the full meeting agenda for this meeting here.

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Workshop Presentation

 

Building Updates

Representatives from the Ittner architectural firm presented tentative design plans for the Fox High School, Fox Middle School, and Seckman Middle School renovation projects that were approved by the Fox community as part of Prop P. Read more here. 

 

Board Meeting

 

Board of Education Vacancy

Board Candidate Interviews

 

Due to the resignation of former Board member Bob Gruenewald, the Board currently has a vacancy. All community members who applied for the vacant Board seat were interviewed. Those individuals are:

Vicki Hanson

Travis Litner

Colton Kruep

Colleen Cole

Rick Lamborn

Jim Osia

Andrew Helgeson

Todd Scott

 

Review the full agenda item here.

Appointment of New Board Member

 

The Board of Education voted to appoint Vicki Hanson to the Board seat vacated by Bob Gruenewald. Ms. Hanson will serve until April 2022 at which time there will be a special election to fill the remainder of Gruenewald’s three-year term, which expires in April 2023. Review the full approval here.

 

Appointment of Board Treasurer

 

The Board of Education voted to appoint Carole Yount to serve as the Board Treasurer until April 2022. Bob Gruenewald was previously the Board Treasurer prior to his resignation from the Board of Education. Review the full approval here. 

Business Action Items

Food Service Bids

 

The Board of Education voted to award bids for food service for the 2021-2022 school year. Review the full approval here. 

 

Renewal of Workers’ Compensation Insurance

 

The Board of Education voted to approve the workers’ compensation insurance proposal with First Dakota Indemnity Co. for the 2021-2022 school year. First Dakota is the current provider for Workers’ Compensation Insurance. This proposal is $38, 841 less than last year’s quote. Review the full approval here.  

Trash and Recycling Services Renewal

 

The Board of Education voted to approve a renewal with Republic Services for trash and recycling service for the district. Review the full approval here. 

Approve Banking Agreements

 

At the May 18, 2021 meeting, the Board of Education approved the proposal for banking services from JP Morgan Chase Bank. To prepare for switching banking services, the Board needed to approve the banking agreements. The Board of Education voted to approve the banking agreements with JP Morgan Chase. Review the full approval here. 

Heat Exchange Unit Bids

 

The Board of Education voted to approve the base bid and alternate bid from MC Mechanical Services for the replacement of the heat exchange unit at the Fox High School gym. Review the full approval here. 

Memorandum of Understanding with Webster University

 

The Board of Education voted to approve a memorandum of understanding with Webster University to place a School Psychology intern in Fox C-6. This intern will be placed at Sherwood Elementary and present no cost to the District. Review the full approval here. 

GoMath Instructional Materials For K-5 Elementary

 

The Board of Education voted to approve the purchase of GoMath resources for the 2021-2022 school year for K-5 teachers who are not participating in a pilot of new math resources. Review the full approval here. 

Financial Action Items

Donation to the School District

 

The Board of Education voted to accept a donation of $206 for Seckman Middle School to be used by the Character Council. The donation was made by a group of Seckman Middle School parents. Review the full approval here. 

Budget Adjustments for 2020-2021

 

The Board of Education voted to approve adjustments to the 2020-2021 year budget. Most adjustments related to the sale of bonds approved by the passage of Prop P and associated expenditures. Review the full approval here. 

Year-End Budget Adjustment for 2020-2021

 

The Board of Education voted to approve a budget adjustment setting the 2020-2021 budget to match the actual 2020-2021 year-end revenues and expenditure. Review the full approval here. 

Budget Adoption for 2021-2022

 

The Board of Education voted to approve the school district budget for 2021-2022. Review the full approval here.

To watch the archived live stream of this meeting on YouTube, click here.

To review the full meeting agenda for this meeting, click here. 

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Special Announcement

 

Fox C-6 Awarded $390,000 Project Lead the Way Grant

Dr. Tammy Cardona, Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Schools, announced that Fox C-6 has been awarded a district-wide grant to expand Project Lead the Way science and engineering courses from PreK to high school.  Click here to read the full announcement.

 

Fox High School Assistant Principal Announcement

Mrs. Heather Schwalbe, a current guidance counselor at Fox High School has been approved to be the new assistant principal at Fox High School, effective July 1. Mrs. Schwalbe will replace Mrs. Gina Buehner who was recently approved as the next principal of Clyde Hamrick Elementary. Click here to read the full announcement.

 

Board Discussions

Preliminary Budget Discussion

 

The Board of Education discussed the preliminary budget for the 2021-2022 school year and how best to achieve a balanced budget through budget reductions and the use of ESSR funds. The Board of Education is scheduled to approve the 2021-2022 budget at the June 15, 2021 meeting. Click here for the full report. 

Board Approvals

Masks During Summer School

 

The Board of Education discussed continuing the current mask mandate during summer school. After a discussion, the Board of Education voted to make masks optional for summer school. Students and staff members are encouraged to wear masks during summer school; however, they will not be required while in school buildings. Due to federal mandates, masks will be required while riding on a school bus. 

 

Additionally, the Board of Education voted to make masks optional for all buildings and activities until further notice. Click here for the full approval. 

To watch the archived live stream of this meeting on YouTube, click here.

To review the full meeting agenda for this meeting, click here. 

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Special Announcement

 

Hamrick Elementary Principal Announcement

Mrs. Gina Buehner, a current assistant principal at Fox High School has been approved to be the new principal at Clyde Hamrick Elementary, effective July 1. Ms. Liz Anderson currently serves as the principal at Hamrick Elementary and is retiring at the end of the school year. Click here to read the full announcement.

 

Board Presentations

2021-2022 Preliminary Budget Summary

 

John Stewart, Fox C-6 Chief Financial Officer, presented the Board of Education and Fox C-6 community with the preliminary budget for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. The budget will be brought for approval at the June 15 board meeting. Click here for the full report.

 

Gifted Program Evaluation

 

Teachers from REACH and from the Middle School and High School Gifted program provided an update to the Board of Education and the Fox C-6 community about programs for gifted students in Fox C-6. Click here for the full report.

Curriculum Advisory Report

 

Declan FitzPatrick, Executive Director of Curriculum & Instruction, provided an update from the most recent Curriculum Advisory Committee meeting, including feedback on curriculum updates from committee members. Click here for the full report.

Mental Health & Wellness

 

The Board of Education discussed the social-emotional of our students. Dr. Cardona and Dr. Gilman outlined some of the social-emotional supports offered to Fox C-6 students. Click here for the full report.

 

Board Approvals

Banking Services Bid

 

The Board of Education voted unanimously to approve a bid from JP Morgan Chase for banking services for one year with four one-year options to renew. JP Morgan Chase presented a competitive, sealed bid with an offer to waive fees and provide equipment at no charge for a total savings of around $30,000. Click here for the full approval. 

 

Food Service Supplemental Staffing

 

The Board of Education voted to approve a contract with Chartwells to provide supplemental staffing in the food service department in order to ensure that all kitchens are fully staffed when staff members are absent.  Click here for the full approval. 

 

Kindergarten - 3rd Grade Math Resources

 

The Board of Education voted to approve the purchase of pilot math resources for Kindergarten through 3rd grade. This resource will be paid for with the entire K-5 math adoption in July of 2022 . Click here for the full approval. 

 

Donation to the School District

 

The Board of Education voted to accept a donation of $500 from the Jefferson County Disability Resource Association for Tracy LaRose at Antonia Middle School. Tracy was nominated and won a contest to be named the Back to School Super Hero.  Click here for the full approval. 

To watch the archived live stream of this meeting on YouTube, click here.

To review the full meeting agenda for this meeting, click here. 

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Special Recognitions

Creativity and Innovation in Teaching Award

Kathy Hann, the Music teacher at Meramec Heights Elementary, was awarded the Creativity and Innovation in Teaching Award for the 2020-2021 school year by the Missouri Alliance or ARts in Education. MAAE executive director Phyllis Pasley was present to formally present Kathy with this award. Click here for the full report. 

 

Board Presentations

Seckman and Fox High School Student Council Updates

 

Student council representatives from Fox High School and Seckman High School each presented the Board of Education and Fox C-6 community with an update on projects completed by each school’s student council this year. Click here for the full report.

Board Approvals

High School ELA Textbooks and Online Resources 

 

The Board of Education voted unanimously to approve the purchase of six years of online access to the ELA resource MyPerspectives and a classroom set of textbooks for each classroom teacher in grades 9-12 at Seckman High School and Fox High School. Funding for these resources will come from federal ESSER-II funds. Click here for the full approval. 

 

World History & Government Textbooks

 

The Board of Education voted to approve the adoption of textbooks and six years of digital licenses of resources for 10th Grade World History and 11th grade Government classes. Funding for these resources will come from federal ESSER-II funds.  Click here for the full approval. 

 

2021/2022 Plan Year Healthcare Premium Rates

 

The Board of Education voted to authorize the benefits and premium rates for employee healthcare, dental coverage, life insurance, and vision coverage benefits for the plan year beginning October 1, 2021. Click here for the full approval. 

 

Chromebook Purchase

 

The Board of Education voted to authorize the purchase of 135 Chromebooks to be added to the Technology Department’s Chromebook inventory to deploy when a student device needs to be repaired or replaced.  Click here for the full approval. 

 

Purchase of Wireless Access Points

 

The Board of Education voted to authorize the purchase of wireless access points to replace outdated access points at Ridgewood Middle School and Antonia Middle School.  Click here for the full approval. 

 

Donation to the School District

 

The Board of Education voted to accept a donation of $1,000 from Walmart for Antonia Middle School to be used to buy clothing items and other student needs at Antonia Middle School.  Click here for the full approval. 

To watch the archived live stream of this meeting on YouTube, click here.

To review the full meeting agenda for this meeting, click here. 

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Special Recognitions

Outstanding Service of a School Nurse Award

Shannon Head, School Nurse at Rockport Heights Elementary, was awarded the Outstanding Service of a School Nurse Award for the 2020-2021 school year by the Missouri Association for School Nurses (MASC). MASC President Peggy Karleskint was present to formally present Shannon with this award. Click here for the full report. 

 

Emerging Superintendent Award

Dr. Nisha Patel was named as the Emerging Superintendent for the Greater St. Louis Region of the Missouri Association of School Administrators for the 2020-2021 school year. This award is given annually to a superintendent for outstanding performance as an emerging superintendent in their second or third year of the profession. Sara Riss from the Missouri Association of School Administrators was present to formally present Dr. Patel with this award. Click here for the full report. 

 

MOSPRA New Professional of the Year

JP Prezzavento, District Communication/Instructional TechnologyCoordinator, was named one of the New Professionals of the Year by the Missouri School Public Relations Association. This award honors school public relations professionals in their first 18 months of the profession that exhibit a reactive, dedicated, and professional approach to school communications. Sara Riss from the Missouri Association of School Administrators was present to formally present JP with this award. Click here for the full report. 

 

District Teacher of the Year

Nicole Heitert, a science teacher at Seckman Middle School, was named the 2020-2021 District Teacher of the Year. Dr. Patel formally announced this recognition to the Fox C-6 Board of Education and community. Congratulations, Nicole! Click here for the full report. 

 

Board Approvals

Purchase of School Busses

 

The Board of Education voted unanimously to approve the purchase of three school busses for the district’s bus fleet. After issuing an RFP (request for proposal) for the purchase of new or low-milage used mini-busses to assist with homeless transportation. 93% of the funding for these busses will come from GEERS 1 funding, which is a part of the CARES Act. Click here for the full approval. 

 

Fiber Optic Cable Installation Project

 

The Board of Education voted to approve a bid from Midwest Computech for additional fiber optic cables to be run at five schools (Don Earl ECC, Sherwood Elementary, Meramec Heights Elementary, Guffey Elementary, and Hamrick Elementary) to increase Internet bandwidth at these sites.  Click here for the full approval. 

 

Graduation Location

 

The Board of Education voted to approve payment to the St. Charles Family Arena to hold the Fox High School and Seckman High School graduation ceremonies in May. Seckman’s graduation ceremony will be held on May 24 and Fox’s graduation ceremony will be held on May 25. Click here for the full approval. 

 

Resolution to Authorize the Issuance of General Obligation Bonds

 

The Board of Education voted to approve a resolution authorizing the issuance of $40,000,000 of General Obligation Bonds as approved by Fox C-6 voters in June of 2020 and refunding of approximately $7,200,000 principal amount of Taxable General Obligation Refunding Bonds. The refunding bonds will bring savings of $1.75 million over six years.  Click here for the full approval. 

 

Board Policy Revisions

Policy Update

The Board of Education discussed a possible revision to Board Policy DIAA. Click here for the full agenda item