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Aug 20, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Salem R-80 School District Tax Rate Hearing And Regular Meeting
The board conducted a tax rate hearing and adopted the proposed tax rates, maintaining the operating and debt service levies. Key discussions included a superintendent's report covering facility updates, training programs, professional development days, and the introduction of a new special education director. The board approved policy updates, the preliminary annual secretary of the board report, and a middle school instructional contract. Additionally, the board acted on non-certified personnel hires and held an executive session to discuss personnel issues.
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Salem R-80 School District Board Of Education Special Session Meeting Minutes
The Board approved several contracts, including transportation services for ECSE, photography services, and the renewal of Power School. A vehicle purchase bid was approved pending inspection, and bids for the Upper Elementary parking lot repairs were rejected. The Board adopted a resolution for the prepayment of Series 2020 bonds. Personnel actions included the hiring of new staff members, the resignation of an employee, and the approval of appointments for teaching and coaching positions during the executive session.
Jul 16, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Salem R-80 School District Regular Meeting
The board received updates from the Superintendent regarding CSIP goals, food service programs, facility improvements including FEMA building floor tiles and high school gym repainting, and the personnel handbook. New business included the approval of an Alternative Methods of Instruction (AMI) plan, various MSBA policy updates, the 2026-2027 meal prices, and setting the tax rate hearing date. Additionally, the board approved an amended contract with Compass Therapy Solutions and Stepping Stones Group and accepted a resignation. Personnel issues were discussed during a closed session.
Jun 18, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Salem R-80 School District Regular Meeting
The board discussed several operational and administrative items, including a review of CSIP goals, an update on the upcoming district budget, and a first reading of MSBA policy updates. Key actions included the approval of student trips for FFA and the choir, adoption of a district assessment plan, issuance of a request for proposal for a new vehicle, and adjustments to the 2026-2027 calendar. Furthermore, the board authorized fund transfers, finalized the 2026-2027 budget, addressed staffing requirements for position salaries, and conducted personnel reviews in executive session, including appointments, resignations, and the activation of a contract buyout provision.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
