October 12, 2026 at 6:30 PM - Byng Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Call to order and roll call of members.
Discussion:
Others present were Kevin Wilson, Staci Capps, and Angie Hargus. Visitors were Dusty Harrison, Nikki Azlin, Corry Tyler, Kelly Weirick, and Madison Trimble.
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2. Board to receive bids, discussion, and possible action to approve bids for demolition of the fire-damaged cafeteria and construction of a new cafeteria.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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3. Principal's Report
Discussion:
Presented by Homer Principal Dusty Harrison and Counselor Nikki Azllin.
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4. Reading and approval of the September 14, 2026 Regular Board Meeting minutes as presented.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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5. Consent Agenda
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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5.A. Take action on:
General Fund Purchase Order No. 479-569 with total expenditure of $72,921.94 Building Fund Purchase Order No. 56-61 with total expenditure of $174,376.07 Building Bond Fund Purchase Order No. 7-9 with total expenditure of $12,422.50 General Fund Payroll Purchase Order No. 50280-50313 with total expenditure of $32,041.19 All Payroll Change Orders. |
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5.B. Take action on the September investment report.
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5.C. Take action to approve Girls Tennis fundraiser.
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6. Discussion and possible action to approve 2027 Board of Education Election Resolution.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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7. Discussion and possible action on budget for FY27.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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8. Consideration and vote to elect or not to elect the following as a new member of the board of directors of the Oklahoma Public School Investment Interlocal Cooperative (55K001): Position No. 4: Chad Hance (OROS), Superintendent of Cache Public Schools, to a 2026-2029 term.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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9. Consideration and vote to elect or not to elect the following as a new member of the board of directors of the Oklahoma Public School Investment Interlocal Cooperative (55K001): Position No. 6: Channa Byerly (CCOSA), Superintendent of Duncan Public Schools, to a 2027-2030 term.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10. Consideration and vote to elect or not to elect the following as a new member of the board of directors of the Oklahoma Public School Investment Interlocal Cooperative (55K001): Position No. 7: Ryan Spilman (OASBO), Executive Director of Finance of Putnam City Public Schools, to a 2027-2030 term.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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11. Consideration and vote to elect or not to elect the following as a new member of the board of directors of the Oklahoma Public School Investment Interlocal Cooperative (55K001): Position No. 8: Jay Edelen (OROS), Superintendent of Western Technology Center, to a 2027-2030 term.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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12. Consideration and vote to elect or not to elect the following as a new member of the board of directors of the Oklahoma Public School Investment Interlocal Cooperative (55K001): Position No. 11: Shawn Hime (OSSBA), Executive Director of OSSBA, to a 2027-2031 term.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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13. Consideration and vote to elect or not to elect the following as a new member of the board of directors of the Oklahoma Public School Investment Interlocal Cooperative (55K001): Position No. 14: Rick Gowin (OSSBA), Board Member of North Rock Creek Public Schools, to a 2027-2030 term.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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14. Discussion and possible action on resignation(s) received to date.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
LaVonne Kopsky - paraprofessional
Debrah Paige Bittle - paraprofessional |
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15. Vote to convene or not to convene into Executive Session to discuss employment of Two Paraprofessionals, Three Special Education Paraprofessionals, Two Cafeteria employees, One Custodian, Mandee Yarberry - Paraprofessional, and Jason Hasley - Part Time Custodian for FY27. 25 O.S. §307(b)(1).
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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16. Acknowledge the board's return to open session.
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17. Executive session minutes compliance announcement.
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18. Take action on employment of Two Paraprofessionals, Three Special Education Paraprofessionals, Two Cafeteria employees, One Custodian, Mandee Yarberry - Paraprofessional, and Jason Hasley - Part Time Custodian for FY27.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Kelly Hooper - Para
Caludia Krause - Para Sarah Robertson - SpEd Para Jamie Fowler - SpEd Para Amy Wilson - SpEd Para Denise McCarrell - Cafe Brandy Horner - Custodian Miranda Warren - Cafe |
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19. Discussion and possible action to approve Extended Day employee(s) for FY27.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
HOMER: Piper Kiezor
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20. Discussion and possible action to approve contract salaries for FY27.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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21. Take action to declare property as surplus and authorization to sell or dispose of surplus item(s).
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Squat Racks x4 Cable Machine x1 Barbells x12 Plates
Weight Trees x 5 Incline Benches x 3 Benches x 3 Individual Bench x 1 Curl Bars x 3 Kettle Bells x 12 Dumbells
Boxes x 2 Med Balls x 5 Rollers x 2 |
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22. Bond Report
Discussion:
Mr. Wilson shared the bond budget breakdown with the Board and provided updates on construction progress throughout the district. The Band/Safe Room is nearing completion, with only minor details remaining, and sod has been laid around the facility. Students have begun using the new facilities. Carpet installation is underway in the Ag Building, with construction expected to be completed by the end of the month. Several areas of the tennis courts require repairs before they can be inspected for completion. Major issues remain with the soccer field, and the district is exploring possible solutions in hopes of resolving them soon. The track is complete and looks great. |
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23. Superintendent's Report
Discussion:
Mr. Wilson reported that demolition of the fire-damaged cafeteria is expected to begin within the next couple of weeks, and pricing for the new cafeteria furniture is underway. He is also working with the consulting firm to finalize equipment selections for the auditorium. He also shared several student accomplishments, including the Cross Country team advancing to Regionals, the Softball team advancing to Super Regionals, and the Academic Team continuing to perform well in competitions. |
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24. New Business.
Discussion:
No new business.
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25. Vote to adjourn.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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