Tag: Board of Education

School board weighs spending priorities, discusses growth opportunities

Possible staff bonuses, vehicle replacements, technology upgrades and capital projects were among the uses discussed for the Meeker School District’s higher-than-expected fund balance during the school board’s September meeting. Superintendent Chris Selle recommended waiting until after the November election before making spending decisions, citing uncertainty about state finances and ballot[Read More…]

MSD board approves new positions and begins new year with focus on safety, finances and governance

The Meeker School Board of Education returned from its July break Aug. 10 for a special meeting and work session focused on staffing, transportation, school safety, finances and governance. The board approved Jason Back as MHS boys golf head coach following Nick Burri’s resignation, with Amanda Back and Burri serving[Read More…]

Meeker school board reviews budget, dress code and service animal policies

MEEKER | The Meeker Board of Education met June 29 at the district office for its regular monthly meeting, covering student attendance, district finances, facilities, policy revisions, service animals and the future role of the district’s school resource officer. Board President Bill DeVergie, Secretary Hanna Borchard and members Ann Franklin,[Read More…]

School board advances debt reduction, examines policies

MEEKER |  The Meeker School Board held a special meeting and work session last week at the district office, approving an early elementary school bond payoff and accepting a major curriculum donation before discussing enrollment trends, graduation policies, facility use guidelines and budget planning. Board President Bill deVergie, Secretary Hannah[Read More…]

Meeker school board approves curriculum, discusses water use and facility projects

MEEKER |  Last week, the Meeker School Board of Education held its regular monthly meeting at the district office with all board members present. Following approvals, the board moved into student celebrations, recognizing Meeker Elementary School Student Council fundraising efforts and high school science teacher Sarah Powell for completing an[Read More…]

Career and Technical Education debate continues at Meeker School Board meeting

MEEKER | The Meeker School District Board of Education held its regular March meeting at the district office, with most members in attendance. Board President Bill DeVergie, Secretary Hanna Borchard, and members Ann Franklin, Joe Nieslanik, Heather Sauls and Tony Theos were present. Vice President Tom Allen did not attend[Read More…]

Meeker Board of Education holds January meeting, highlights student success

MEEKER | The Meeker School District Re-1 Board of Education held its regular January meeting Monday, Jan. 26, with all members present. The board recognized student achievements, reviewed financial reports and addressed policy and budget items. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance, led by Vice President Tom Allen,[Read More…]

Bond redemption clears 6–1 vote as Meeker School Board tackles SRO, facilities

MEEKER | The Meeker School District Board of Education held its regular November meeting last week with all members present. The board advanced several major items, including approving a resolution to use interest earned from bond redemption funds, continuing revisions to the proposed School Resource Officer (SRO) agreement, and addressing[Read More…]