The Warsaw R-IX Board of Education met on July 17 to discuss a range of important updates and decisions affecting the school district. Here are the key highlights from the meeting:
Summer School Review: Assistant Superintendent, Mrs. Deckard, delivered a presentation on summer school activities. The program included STEM-focused learning for elementary students, credit recovery opportunities for middle and high schoolers, as well as morning weight training sessions for high schoolers.
With a total of 367 students participating, summer school was a success across all grade levels.
Financial Updates: Superintendent, Mr. Gemes, presented the financial outcomes for the 2023-2024 school year budget. Detailed financial documents for June and the overall fiscal year were presented and discussed, alongside the latest assessed valuation from the county.
Superintendent Goals: The board approved the five goals Mr. Gemes presented for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year:
Goal #1 - Safety and Security (Physical/Emotional)
Goal # 2 - Student Success, Teaching and Learning
Goal #3 - Staffing: Recruiting, Hiring, Compensating, Developing, Retaining
Goal #4 - Culture and Climate: Partnerships, Relationships, District Unity
Goal #5 - District Operations: Budget, Communication, Facilities, Technology
These goals are tied directly to the current CSIP (https://5il.co/1mw43) goals that were established by the committee and approved by the school board.
New Business: Bids were accepted for essential supplies including milk products, bread, and other food items. Operational decisions included the approval of fuel/propane supply bids and pest control services for the next two years, as well as minor adjustments to bus routes and the surplus of technology items.
Upcoming Events: The next regular board meeting is scheduled for August 21 at 6:00 PM in the WHS/JBMS library. The meeting will begin with the tax rate hearing followed by the board meeting. The board rescheduled the October board meeting to October 23 at 6:00 PM due to scheduling conflicts.
A full list of up-to-date events, including upcoming board meetings, is available on the district’s website at www.warsawk12.org. The district welcomes the community to the monthly board meetings, which are open to the public with the exception of the closed sessions.
For more information on these updates and additional details, please contact the Warsaw R-IX School District Central Office or visit www.warsawk12.org.
Contact: Nicole Wisdom, Warsaw R-IX Communications Director, nwisdom@warsawk12.org
