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Items on the consent agenda (agenda item 8) listed in the meeting packet and discussed briefly included approval of minutes; student activity accounts; payment of bills; an addendum to the personnel report; requests to receive and apply for grants; KASB policy updates; the Greenbush driver’s education program charges; a Greenbush Virtual Academy/Geary County adult program memorandum of understanding for 2025–26; a JAGK partnership agreement; approval of early graduates; a technology fee of $50 for the USD 475 virtual school; a two‑year extension for Wonders; selling iPads in bulk; a 3‑year FastBridge renewal; Carl D. Perkins Reserve Grant expenses; approval of one LPN position; a $4.75 furniture purchase notation for the virtual school; display and furniture purchases; a new position for an early learning elementary special education coordinator; and approval of out‑of‑state travel for JAGK, among others.

Board discussion included questions about the $50 technology fee for the virtual program—trustees asked whether McKinney‑Vento students (students experiencing homelessness) could be exempted or assisted via an application or scholarship. Staff said they would follow up and consult the homeless coordinator about resources and possible waivers.

Vote: A board member moved to approve the consent agenda with the addendums; the motion passed 6‑0. No individual items were separated for additional action at the meeting.

Administrative note: Several items had updated memos or addenda attached; board members were advised to consult the packet for specific attachments and changed numbering on the agenda.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","USD 475 - Board of Education Meeting | April 1, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The Geary County Schools Board approved its consent agenda by a 6‑0 vote, covering minutes, personnel reports (with addendum), contracts, policy updates, grants, position approvals and other routine items listed under agenda item 8.","taxTitle","Geary County Schools, School Boards, Kansas","taxId",38451,"location","Kansas","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6617157,"Random drug testing at Junction City High shows negative results this year; board debates policy continuation",155,4239000,4394000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2843074-98316b9b32c3337e749e52f740c12f29&start=4239&end=4394","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2843074-98316b9b32c3337e749e52f740c12f29/thumbnail_4239000.jpg","/articles/6617157/Kansas/Random-drug-testing-at-Junction-City-High-shows-negative-results-this-year-board-debates-policy-continuation","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6617157-85b409752f638b264a44f5baec53d4d1/orig.mp4?Expires=1771178916&Signature=Gh85S1I6wbkIeDM5uuyBXDQJAGOp-jLp1qW-y8jqDpNq07YIpUmdTEzt5PpbemxXmxTNmeEn5QxnYLkXJYG1QnTZQeeWV1G1e0OYnMHSEBPAA0nBy1473oL-izhIzQ5i~C5B9rXMlL68q7-7hYE5qYGrlZ6aV0ufuemmwZuo-k3aEVgwu28ufX4-9qcRYuBasy8aJukOQv28Tgp-kB-92n6eYHvcC9a2BCuWEaEbNB9aWKCLcYtpHHzr7JLXH0ZD6vs4TRA5HU1aq8ht5LCl49ipLZCjr0K2y89sdcG4dUaQ0brAwbmYf5OskmYvzK9zE-nuZYfksO8wJjUZFuxVzg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","District staff reported that the most recent rounds of random drug testing at Junction City High School returned all negative results and said the program appears to be deterring substance use among participants.

A presenter summarized: “This has been a very good year for Junction City High School, and those that are involved with, being a part of our our drug testing, random testing. So, 20 kids, 20 negatives.” The presenter added the March round included 16 additional students and all returned negative.

Board discussion focused on whether the program should continue despite the negative results. One trustee asked if the program could be discontinued; presenters replied that the low positive rate likely reflects the policy’s deterrent effect. A board member who had opposed the policy when adopted noted limits of testing windows—some substances clear quickly—and said he remained concerned about whether occasional testing discourages weekend use of drugs with short detection windows.

Operational details: Presenters said the district contracts with a company that handles random draws; names are submitted seasonally; a nurse conducts sample collection on site; results go to the lab; and staff aim to complete testing within an hour, though some students require more time. Presenters said privacy protections are used at collection and that positive or suspicious results are rare.

Outcome: No change was made to the district policy at the meeting. Staff asked the board to continue supporting the program given the current results and resource levels.","Administrators reported 20 negative results in recent rounds of the district’s random drug‑testing program at Junction City High School and discussed whether the policy should be continued, with presenters saying the negative results indicate the policy is working.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6617161,"Board weighs raising extracurricular GPA standard after multi‑year review",334,3292000,3626000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2843074-98316b9b32c3337e749e52f740c12f29&start=3292&end=3626","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2843074-98316b9b32c3337e749e52f740c12f29/thumbnail_3292000.jpg","/articles/6617161/Kansas/Board-weighs-raising-extracurricular-GPA-standard-after-multiyear-review","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6617161-08c98b60ca52fe7a7b9d6e0c03c886e7/orig.mp4?Expires=1771178916&Signature=Fe4Y8QQTRyEhRAEYDqL4RfoklPEc2FfeG3QvwMJJG-aYEcohSXmifvozLkXa-3NxYF7yx7XcnyXUJSlRyZdHHo0SRDWqWlnXboy5AE1ElUZ-xmIhdtcugJQU~c8ngK2q9-HIRVko9Yt8LnURVUrtmxe1kPcYFs5rixroMi6rJynZm~0e1HjdkQvBWzE4SsOXEXzUM6CGiVG6kxAfvb4od2XtTvUtTLGdZyfC3SDwuZfOcct0npu2G6EmjUQupbtCf54mhb6dvpHNjy4eHMh1qdXqJwjNgFTE9zGw4WEzj08JHo6mTZ~dvyIU8NN6Um-nt5b0IM~YIi1IhyPVHJL43w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","District staff presented data showing how a 2.0 grade‑point average standard for extracurricular eligibility has played out across recent semesters and said a committee will study raising the minimum to 2.3 for the 2026–27 school year.

Miss Booth, who presented the results, said the 2.0 rule was originally adopted to set a baseline expectation for students participating in extracurricular activities and to help prepare students for post‑secondary life. She said the district considered a phased approach: “We also had talked about 2 or 3 years later looking at 2.3 and seeing what that would mean as well.”

Board discussion: Several trustees argued that a 2.0 minimum sends the wrong message because 2.0 is a C average. One trustee said, “2 is 50%... we're really, like, you know, approaching mediocrity here,” and urged the board to consider incremental increases to push academic improvement. Other board members cautioned that some students who struggled academically succeeded later in life and the district should account for students facing extraordinary challenges.

Data and constraints: Presenters reported counts of students meeting 2.0 and 3.0 thresholds across semesters (e.g., the district tracked 1,169 students with 2.0 or better in a given period; 796 met a 3.0 threshold in another sample). Staff noted NCAA eligibility rules and Kansas State High School Activities Association semester rules constrain how and when district standards can be applied: state rules about passing five classes determine semester eligibility for high school athletics irrespective of local cadence for six‑week check‑ins.

Next steps: The board authorized forming a committee to study raising the standard beginning with the 2026–27 school year and to examine instructional supports, NCAA implications and semester‑based constraints. Implementation would require coordination with counselors, coaches and state eligibility rules.","Administrators reviewed three years of data on the district’s 2.0 GPA eligibility standard and announced a committee to consider raising the bar to 2.3 for 2026–27; trustees debated academic standards, NCAA alignment and state semester rules.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6617167,"Board approves district cardiac emergency response plan; staff to document drills and AED maintenance",876,2378000,3254000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2843074-98316b9b32c3337e749e52f740c12f29&start=2378&end=3254","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2843074-98316b9b32c3337e749e52f740c12f29/thumbnail_2378000.jpg","/articles/6617167/Kansas/Board-approves-district-cardiac-emergency-response-plan-staff-to-document-drills-and-AED-maintenance","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6617167-288469c141eb5665708f8aef0fccd51d/orig.mp4?Expires=1771178916&Signature=gzqhMw0EXzB9IvuMxsatOrB7V~XgkTyjijSvwRmvfAqohUR1HhbVf28YH7ckJa4oiFMXYp6h003pGqqBbNQx6JWx57hcRLQggwOqbZkle6vNfeg-9U6F2KKjNAFLvMMbLR3oMjVyphEYEBCznf6A2VWkJBV4xBwI8IwS5MBRpqApJrJajqWNUjsG-sudCmW01Ls7qAg9rFrcMrVsteBKzRRX5mSKwkLoY1LAql8rdx7hqJzQjuKl2Zeev9cCkoC6CwGVort8fdqFbc55Xd7FYDYgXViqe5GV9zB1ppIIZRihhHdNGTau0LCASOJ1ndtHyeGSaUmrYI1oa7VL0hSW-Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Geary County Schools Board voted unanimously to adopt a written cardiac emergency response plan assembled by health and safety staff that documents existing equipment, team composition and annual drills.

Health and safety staff members Cali Jones and Scott Clark told the board the plan largely formalizes systems the district already uses. Jones said the district had been “a leader in cardiac response” and that much of the plan simply documents existing practice: “we had many of these things already and and mostly, we've just been documenting what we've already been doing to bring this to you tonight.”

Clark summarized plan elements the board required: posting the plan in each building, a minimum team composition for regular school hours and for sponsored after‑school events, travel AEDs for off‑site events, and both monthly checks by building nurses and a deeper annual summer inspection. Clark said AEDs automatically report battery and pad status to an online portal and that the district runs monthly and annual maintenance checks.

Training and costs: Presenters said equipment purchases are current and that the plan does not require increased one‑time capital spending, but it does require ongoing staff development and periodic equipment replenishment. Clark said certification for team members occurs every two years and building nurses run monthly checks; board members and staff discussed the potential value of more frequent refreshers.

Vote and next steps: A board member moved to approve “the attached document, developed as a cardiac emergency response plan by the health and safety staff of USD 475.” The motion passed 6‑0. Presenters said staff will document required annual rehearsals and produce evaluation reports after drills.

Context: Board discussion touched on who is trained (front‑office staff, student‑support monitors, coaches and others), frequency of certification and the district’s capacity to provide refreshers. The board also discussed the number and sharing of school nurses; staff noted the district had restored one nurse position in the consent agenda earlier in the meeting to reduce the number of buildings sharing nurses.","The Geary County Schools Board approved a written cardiac emergency response plan describing team composition, AED maintenance and training requirements; presenters said equipment costs are covered but ongoing staff development and AED maintenance will continue.",{"_33":113,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":114,"_41":115,"_43":116,"_45":117,"_47":118,"_49":119,"_51":120,"_53":121,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":122,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":123,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6617172,"Classified staff urge board to create ongoing representation, address pay and job security",234,2115000,2349000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2843074-98316b9b32c3337e749e52f740c12f29&start=2115&end=2349","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2843074-98316b9b32c3337e749e52f740c12f29/thumbnail_2115000.jpg","/articles/6617172/Kansas/Classified-staff-urge-board-to-create-ongoing-representation-address-pay-and-job-security","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6617172-e4546ebde07aeef2a5a7b67cbc7c095f/orig.mp4?Expires=1771178916&Signature=emHlPgjq0YXSmau1HGbJ3n34n2XxJehftSj0Rv0GAReL-eoYPxoRBvOCYrTmUAo9APayMCHHM07UsvmSFSWytDk2~uvbKOwozvTOb0gFqihZE4Zz-OmcFWNDtulMA32wk8PVII3dsTOyuK9fqfinNARVCG7fLTExyXrPJkJO1wBowbhHcO6RdHtHWQ4-EV0wgvMhcaO2aBWs3gB6AmqeIklayxpx6mYrX2Frn~sdriY6F3nMgRs7cabMAJEhqHkmL8sZ6Q8TkMscBIkTsOVzq3NIKmvj8oY7B95Q~s64klefwd-3xK~ac~qZKzh88RGGB2024M8C6P8PpM84Lz~xqw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","A classified instructional assistant from Eisenhower Elementary told the Geary County Schools Board that classified employees lack dedicated representation and that pay and job-security practices are harming retention and morale.

The speaker, who identified herself as a district employee but did not give a name, said, “I respectfully request that the district consider appointing someone to represent classified staff on ongoing basis.” She described three recurring concerns: new classified hires with no experience are paid the same as long‑tenured staff, classified employees must sign yearly notices that their re‑employment is not guaranteed, and many classified workers cannot collect unemployment during summer months.

Why it matters: Classified employees provide daily operational support—bus aides, instructional assistants, secretaries and other roles—that the district and schools rely on. The speaker told the board that the combination of limited pay progression, contract uncertainty and delayed confirmation of pay increases “has led to frustration” and could impede the district’s ability to retain experienced staff.

Board members acknowledged the concerns and asked staff to follow up. The speaker said the district’s homeless coordinator and other staff have been contacted about financial support for families in need and that the speaker was “open for discussions” with the district.

Board procedure note: The remarks occurred during the public‑comment portion of the meeting and did not include a formal board action. The transcript records the comment beginning when the speaker gave her street address and explained her employment, and ending when she closed by asking that the matters be taken “into serious consideration.”

Looking ahead: Board members did not take immediate action at the meeting; several asked staff to follow up with more information and to engage building‑level classified employees directly about pay practices, contract language and supports for summer months.","A classified instructional assistant from Eisenhower Elementary asked the Geary County Schools Board to appoint a permanent representative for classified staff and to address pay compression, summer unemployment and delayed pay notices.","actionData","errors"]

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