Public Meeting Minutes: February 2, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

I. Call to Order and Establish a Quorum

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II. Pledge of Allegiance and Salute to the Oklahoma Flag

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Discussion: Both were led by Betsy Bergthold, Tatum Witten, Ella Gatewood, and Reed Norwood from Jefferson Elementary School.

III. Public Communications

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Discussion: Phaedra Zortman - Ms. Zortman spoke as a member of the Norman North Band Booster Club. She spoke about the importance of fundraising and requested a change to the facilities policy to ensure that funding isn't negatively impacted.
Tina Floyd - Ms. Floyd expressed her support for Superintendent Migliorino concerning the superintendent evaluation process and the approval of his contract.

IV. Special Agenda Items

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IV.A. Black History Month Proclamation
Presented by Tori Collier

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V. Disposition of Routine Business by Consent Action

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Action(s):

Motion Passed:

Motion to accept the purchase orders and approve the consent docket as listed below and in the agenda. This motion, made by Alex Ruggiers and seconded by Annette Price, Passed.

Dirk O'Hara: Yes
Alex Ruggiers: Yes
Annette Price: Yes
Dawn Brockman: Yes
Tori Collier: Yes

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

V.A. Purchase Orders (Encumbrances and/or bills to be paid for fiscal year 2025-2026)

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Discussion: Purchase Orders #26005473 - #26005980
General Fund- $206,247.51
Building Fund- $0.00
Child Nutrition Fund- $0.00
Bond Funds- $47,520.12
Sinking Funds- $0.00
Trust Funds- $139,500.00
School Activity Fund- $185,203.80

V.B. Overage Report

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V.C. Purchase Requests

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V.D. Treasurer's Report

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V.E. Investment Report (presented for information only)

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V.F. Certified Personnel Report and Recommendations - See Attachment "A" (posted with the agenda)

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Discussion: Attached to the posted agenda and these minutes as Attachment A.

V.G. Support Personnel Report and Recommendations - See Attachment "B" (posted with the agenda)

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Discussion: Attached to the posted agenda and these minutes as Attachment B.

V.H. Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Education on January 12, 2026.

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V.I. Agreements, Contracts and Renewals for Fiscal Year 2025-2026

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V.I.1. FINE ARTS (Dr. Evelyn Kwanza)

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Discussion: Independent Contractor Agreements for the 2026 Black History Month Program
a. Agreement with William Smith to provide instrumental rehearsals and performance during the Black History Month Celebration on February 7, 2026.
b. Agreement with Tyrell Richardson to provide instrumental rehearsals and performance during the Black History Month Celebration on February 7, 2026.
c. Agreement with Julius Kwanza to provide instrumental rehearsals and performance during the Black History Month Celebration on February 7, 2026.

Other agreements.
a. Agreement with Cory Doran to provide percussion lessons during the Spring Semester.
b. Agreement with Kathy Paganoni to provide art activities as a Visiting Artist on March 6, 2026.
c. Agreement with Chase Spivey to provide art activities as a Visiting Artist on March 6, 2026.

V.I.2. OPERATIONAL SERVICES (Justin Milner)

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Discussion: a. Supplemental Schedule No. 17 with MIDL Architects, LLC for the replacement of HVAC units and energy management control at multiple sites.
b. Supplemental Schedule No. 18 with MIDL Architects, LLC for Central Services Center Reroof.

V.I.3. SPECIAL SERVICES (Gayla Mears)

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Discussion: a. Contract for Services with Cindy Holden, Licensed Professional Counselor.
b. Rescind Agreement for Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) with Leslie Rundow as approved on November 10, 2025 and approve Agreement for Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) with Leslie Rundell.

V.I.4. STUDENT SERVICES (Dr. Stephanie Williams)

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Discussion: Facilities Rental Agreement with University of Oklahoma Department of Intercollegiate Athletics (Athletics) for the rental of the Lloyd Noble Center main arena for graduation.

V.I.5. FINANCIAL SERVICES (Tyler Jones)

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Discussion: Amendment to Norman Public Schools Group Term Life Plan with Voya Financial.

V.I.6. EDUCATIONAL SERVICES (Ann Rosales)

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Discussion: a. Master Agreement with AIM Institute for Learning & Research for Licensed Content, Professional Services, & Software Solutions.
b. Agreement with AIM Institute for Learning & Research for professional learning modules on Steps to Literacy and EL Support for PreK-5th grade teachers and reading specialists from across school sites.

V.J. Resolution Approving the Cleveland County Hazard Mitigation Plan (2026-2031)
Justin Milner

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VI. Additional Agenda Items

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VI.A. 2024-2025 Audit Report
Presented by Tyler Jones and Vanessa Dutton, CPA Eide Baily

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Discussion: Vanessa Dutton presented the compliance section of the financial statement audit, and the audit concluded with no findings related to federal compliance.

Action(s):

Motion Passed:

Motion to approve the 2024-2025 Audit Report as presented. This motion, made by Alex Ruggiers and seconded by Annette Price, Passed.

Dirk O'Hara: Yes
Alex Ruggiers: Yes
Annette Price: Yes
Dawn Brockman: Yes
Tori Collier: Yes

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

VI.B. Discuss, consider, and possible action to approve or disapprove proposed revised Board of Education Policy 2003: Communication
Presented by Courtney Scott

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Discussion: Haley Drusen presented the policy, reviewed key details, and requested a motion for its adoption.

Action(s):

Motion Passed:

Motion to approve Board Policy 2003: Communication as presented. This motion, made by Alex Ruggiers and seconded by Annette Price, Passed.

Dirk O'Hara: Yes
Alex Ruggiers: Yes
Annette Price: Yes
Dawn Brockman: Yes
Tori Collier: Yes

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

VI.C. Discuss, consider, and possible action to approve or disapprove proposed new Board of Education Policy 2017: Open Records
Presented by Haley Drusen

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Discussion: Haley Drusen presented the policy, reviewed key details, and requested a motion for its adoption.

Action(s):

Motion Passed:

Motion to approve Board Policy 2017: Open Records as presented. This motion, made by Alex Ruggiers and seconded by Annette Price, Passed.

Dirk O'Hara: Yes
Alex Ruggiers: Yes
Annette Price: Yes
Dawn Brockman: Yes
Tori Collier: Yes

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

VII. New Business: New business refers to any matter not known about or which could not have been reasonably foreseen prior to the time of posting of the agenda. Okla. Stat. tit. 25 § 311(A)(10).

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Discussion: None.

VIII. Administrative Staff Reports

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Discussion: Superintendent Migliorino addressed several key topics:

He thanked the Jefferson Elementary students for leading the Pledge of Allegiance.
He thanked the facility management and transportation teams for making campuses safe during winter weather, using more than 45,000 pounds of ice melt.
He announced that NPS is converting April 17th from a professional development day to an instructional day. A team will be meeting tomorrow, February 3rd, to determine how NPS will make up for the days we have missed from school. He also mentioned that we have exhausted its snow days, so if NPS needs to cancel school due to bad weather, it will likely result in remote learning days.
He reminded everyone about the Black History Month event, partnered with the Norman Philharmonic, this Saturday, February 7th, and urged everyone to attend. He also emphasized that it marks the 70th anniversary of the first Black student at Norman Public Schools.
He recognized that it is National School Counseling Week and expressed gratitude to district counselors for their invaluable contributions.
He acknowledged that February 6th is Crossing Guard Day and expressed his gratitude to them.
He reminded everyone that Kindness Week is coming up next week, from February 9 to 12.
He recognized that it is Love the Bus Month, which is a time to appreciate school bus drivers and transportation staff.
He stated that currently, there will be no school on February 13th and 16th, but this may change if makeup days are needed due to winter weather.
He reminded everyone that the Pre-K placement form is open from February 16 to March 6 and urged them to visit the website for more information.

IX. Board of Education Reports

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Discussion: Board President O'Hara thanked Governor Kevin Stitt for inviting Superintendent Migliorino, students, and principals to the State of the State address. O'Hara emphasized Governor Stitt's praise for Norman Public Schools. He encouraged everyone to attend the upcoming event partnered with the Norman Philharmonic for Black History Month this Saturday, February 7th. Additionally, he expressed gratitude to Monroe Elementary for inviting him to read a book in honor of Board Member Appreciation Month.

X. Vote to go into Executive Session pursuant to Executive Session authority - 25 Okla. Stat. §307(B)(1) and (B)(7) to discuss:

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Discussion: a. The evaluation of the Superintendent (this is a routine evaluation session that the Board conducts three or more
times per year). No action regarding this item will occur following the Board's return to open session.
b. The 2026-2029 proposed Contract of Superintendent Dr. Nick Migliorino.

Action(s):

Motion Passed:

Motion to go into Executive Session pursuant to Executive Session authority - 25 Okla. Stat. §307(B)(1) and (B)(7) to discuss the evaluation and the 2026-2029 proposed contract of the Superintendent. This motion, made by Alex Ruggiers and seconded by Annette Price, Passed.

Dirk O'Hara: Yes
Alex Ruggiers: Yes
Annette Price: Yes
Dawn Brockman: Yes
Tori Collier: Yes

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

XI. Vote to Return to Open Session

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Action(s):

Motion Passed:

9:31PM Motion to return to open session. This motion, made by Alex Ruggiers and seconded by Annette Price, Passed.

Dirk O'Hara: Yes
Alex Ruggiers: Yes
Annette Price: Yes
Dawn Brockman: Yes
Tori Collier: Yes

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

XII. Statement of Executive Session Minutes

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Discussion: "The Board convened in executive session pursuant to executive session authority: 25 OKLA. STAT. § Section 307(B)(1), (B)(2) and (B)(7). The Board was joined in executive session by Superintendent Dr. Nick Migliorino and Attorney Haley Drusen. No other matters were discussed and no votes were taken while in this closed session. This concludes the minutes of the executive session."

XIII. Motion and vote to approve or not to approve the Superintendent’s employment contract for the period July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029.

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Action(s):

Motion Passed:

Motion to approve the Superintendent's employment contract for the period July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029. This motion, made by Alex Ruggiers and seconded by Annette Price, Passed.

Dirk O'Hara: Yes
Alex Ruggiers: No
Annette Price: No
Dawn Brockman: Yes
Tori Collier: Yes

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

XIV. Adjournment

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Motion Passed:

9:33PM Motion to adjourn. This motion, made by Alex Ruggiers and seconded by Annette Price, Passed.

Dirk O'Hara: Yes
Alex Ruggiers: Yes
Annette Price: Yes
Dawn Brockman: Yes
Tori Collier: Yes

No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.

February 2, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

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