Board Members: President Kinnie Ledford called the meeting to order at 12:00 p.m. Board members Andrea Ball, Greg  Follmer, Sarah Morton, Ed Trimmer, and Kinnie Ledford were present. Jalaine Richardson and Roy  Andreas were absent. 

Adoption of Agenda 

Sarah Morton moved to approve the agenda. Andrea Ball seconded the motion. The motion carried 5- 0. 

USD 465 Mission Statement 

Board of Education members opened the meeting with the district mission statement: 'Developing  responsible citizens for the future.' 

2026-27 Budget Timeline 

The Board received an update on the 2026-27 budget timeline and preliminary budget of  approximately $54 million. The Board discussed maintaining the LOB mill levy near last year's 13.675  mills. The Revenue Neutral Rate and budget hearings will be held September 14, followed by final  budget consideration during the regular meeting. 

FY 25 Audit Update 

BFR, the district's accounting firm, continues its work on the FY 25 audit. Preliminary numbers have  been received, and the final audit is expected in early fall. 

Country View Elementary Building Report 

Country View Principal Desaree Groene and staff welcomed the Board and shared highlights from the  beginning of the 2026-2027 school year, including staff professional development and team building,  the school open house, and efforts to build strong relationships with students, families, and the  community. 

Staff reviewed Country View's 2025-2026 assessment results. The school's goal was to decrease the  percentage of students scoring at Level 1 by 10% in both reading and math. Country View exceeded  that goal, decreasing Level 1 by 11% in reading and 11% in math.

The presentation also highlighted 2025-2026 FastBridge growth data and the implementation of the  new i-Ready math curriculum, including examples of kindergarten students using hands-on math tools  during the opening days of school. 

Country View staff shared information about the Baby Vikes Daycare program, which was established  in 2022. The program was designed around Kansas childcare licensing requirements and provides on site childcare as a benefit for USD 465 employees. Families pay $20 for each day their child attends  and provide meals and personal supplies. Staff also highlighted a recent $1,000 Legacy Foundation  Daycare Refresh Grant and the program's role in employee recruitment, retention, and family support. 

The Baby Vikes presentation emphasized the connection between early childhood support and the  district as a whole, including transitions to Pre-K, developmental support, communication with  families, and partnership with Parents as Teachers. 

Consent Agenda 

The consent agenda included donations and personnel items. Donations included six AEDs valued at  $10,230 from the Snyder Medical Foundation; $564 from Grace United Methodist Church for Irving  Elementary; $150 from First United Methodist Church for the Lunch Fairy program; $33.30 from  Kroger for Whittier Elementary; $73.95 from Kroger for Lowell Elementary; $500 from the Winfield  Rec Center for Booster Club athletic sponsorships; and $500 from the Winfield Rec Center for WHS  Girls Softball.  

Ed Trimmer moved to approve the consent agenda. Andrea Ball seconded the motion. The motion  carried 5-0. 

Upcoming Dates 

The next regular Board of Education meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 14, 2026 at 5:30  p.m. at the District Office. 

Adjournment 

The meeting adjourned at 1:19 p.m. 

Building Walk-Through 

Following adjournment, Board members and attendees were invited to participate in an optional walk through of Country View Elementary.