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District News:
All district communications and resources regarding COVID-19 can be found on the district website.
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District Playground Equipment:
Due to the "Stay At Home" announcement made by Lyon County Public Health, all playground equipment in the district should not be used.
Contact Information:
During this time, please make sure you are receiving all available communication types from the district. If you are not currently receiving
text messages and wish to do so, please text "Y" to 67587. If you are not receiving phone calls or emails, please email
[email protected]
Summer Paychecks:
April 1st is the deadline for employees to notify the Business Office if they want lump-sum payments for summer checks. Forms will be sent to all employees new to the district this year. Other employees who want to change their election must notify Stephanie Morgan or Erica Markley at 341-2228 or 341-2428. Lump-sum payments will be made on June 30.
Census 2020:
All households in Emporia will receive an invitation from the Census Bureau which began March 12th. You can take the census on the phone, online, or by mail. The process will only take 10 minutes, but it will help fund our community by bringing millions of dollars to pay for schools, childcare, health services, and other programs we all depend on. Everyone should be counted - no matter age, race, ethnicity or immigration status. Count everyone where they live on April 1st. Count ALL kids! Your answers are private, your name and address are separated from your form.
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Appointments:
Kylee Burns
special education, Riverside, August 2020
Resignations:
Andrea Koehling
grade 4, Riverside, May 2020
Shaun Bouley
special education, Emporia Middle School, May 2020
Josie McClendon
grade 8 language arts, Emporia Middle School, May 2020
Kenneth Gully
special education, Emporia Middle School, May 2020
Roderick Bruce
paraeducator, Emporia Middle School
Jonathan Ortiz Martinez
social studies, Emporia Middle School, May 2020
Calisha Simms
paraeducator/teacher aide, Logan Avenue
Alice Preeo
early childhood teacher, Maynard Early Childhood Center, May 2020
Amber Schrock
language arts, Emporia Middle School, May 2020
Samantha Huber
science, Emporia Middle School, May 2020
Rescind Resignation:
Stephanie Murray
support technician level I, Mary Herbert Education Center, May 2020
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Supplies at Riverside
Elementary
were all packed and ready for Tuesday's pick up. Thank you to everyone in all of our schools who made this possible.
Board Approvals:
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minutes from March 11, 2020
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minutes from March 18, 2020, Special Board Meeting
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treasurer's report for February 2020
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donation of $1109.00 to the Flint Hills Learning Center from the John D. Lexow Memorial Fund
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Resolution 2020-15
, suspending board policy
IHF
, graduation requirements: a waiver allowing seniors to have 21 credits the state minimum instead of Emporia High Schools requirements of 24
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National Clean Diesel Rebate and approved the purchase of two new buses from Kansas Truck Equipment and declared two older buses as surplus
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bid from Muckenthaler, Inc to purchase a Combination Oven for Food Service
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Board Discussions:
Adjusted timeline for Kansas Redesign:
As a result of the Governor's Executive Order to close schools, the Kansas Department of Education (KSDE) has extended the deadline for Apollo II applications to June 15, 2020. Walnut Elementary was approved for redesign at the February 26, 2020, board meeting while Emporia Middle School (EMS) was prepared to present to the board last night. With the occurrence of the executive order, EMS is focusing its efforts on the continuous learning plan in preparations for classes resuming Monday and will present to the board at a later date.
Governor's Executive Order to Close Schools:
Kevin Case, Superintendent and members of the Executive Cabinet gave updates and answered questions regarding current challenges and discussions due to the Governor's Executive order as a result of COVID-19. Below is a summary of their discussion.
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Kansas school buildings are closed for the remainder of the year and learning will take place but in a different way.
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All hourly employees will be paid as they were working and certified staff will be paid out through their contracts. Everyone has been helping as they are able to during this process.
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The district has been following the Emergency Operation Plan (EOP) which includes direction and protocols for coordination, prevention, communication, and core services in an emergency.
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Online learning will occur for students who have internet and packet learning for those who do not have internet.
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On Monday, teachers will reconnect with their students and touch base with families to continue building relationships while also introducing technology.
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On Tuesday, academic instruction will begin and staff will work to help students and parents become more comfortable with the new learning environment.
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An internet google website of resources has been created to communicate directly to principles to share with their staff.
Click here to visit the site
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The food service team has been exceptional in getting thousands of meals out to students. There are a lot of people involved in making this happen.
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There will be no student or staff travel until further notice.
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The Continuous Learning Plan is due to KSDE on April 8th.
Case, thanked all of the employees who have worked tirelessly in helping to move the district forward through these challenging and fluid times. Case and the Executive Cabinet is extremely grateful to everyone who has remained flexible and determined to focus on student and staff safety and minimize any impact on student learning as the new normal begins for instruction on Monday, March 30.
Build For The Future:
Kevin Case, Superintendent, gave a brief update on the Build For The Future construction projects. The schematic plans for Walnut Elementary have been completed and are being reviewed by McCownGordan. The Early Learning Center is in the design phase and currently making progress towards the completion of this phase. Case thanked the staff in both buildings for their dedication and support as progress continues to be made. A meeting will be held next week to look at the progress being made towards Emporia High School and the next steps.
Future Board Dates:
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Wednesday, April 8, 2020, 7:00 p.m., Board Meeting, Mary Herbert Education Center
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Wednesday, April 22, 2020, 7:00 p.m., Board Meeting, Mary Herbert Education Center
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Wednesday, May 13, 2020, 7:00 p.m., Board Meeting, Mary Herbert Education Center
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Members of The Emporia Board of Education
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Emporia Public Schools
1700 W 7th Ave
Emporia, Kansas 66801
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