November 10, 2025 at 5:30 PM - Committee As A Whole

Discussion:  Mike Jeffryes read the Mission Statement.

Discussion: 

Erin Meyer, Kramer Preschool Principal, updated on the academic data, goals and events at the preschool. Mrs. Meyer said that enrollment is up to 201 students in the am and pm classes. She said there are 7 teachers, 9 ESCE/Sixpence staff and 21 classified staff. She talked about the "WIG" which aligns with the district goal to increase percentages of students demonstrating proficiency. Mrs. Meyer shared information about how language lessons are being implemented with fidelity. Every adult in the building knows the vocabulary and uses it intentionally with students every day. Mrs. Meyer talked about the new Frog Street curriculum and the transition implementing any new curriculum.

 

Discussion: 

Jason Schapmann, Director of Human Resources and Fiscal Support, presented information from the financial reports. 

Discussion:  Mr. Schapmann said there would be a change and an addition to the reports for next week. 

Discussion:  Dr. Kay shared some of the contributions for the last month, including the coffee truck at each building as a staff thank you. Grandfriends Days that is covered by the Foundation. The total for the month is $27,185.77; total for the year is $298,350.51.

Discussion: 

Teresa Hausemann, Director of Teaching and Learning talked about the state and federal accountability reports that have been released. State classifications will be out soon, she will meet with principals. Mrs. Hausemann shared grant reimbursement numbers. She explained the Cognia parent surveys that will be going out soon. She also shared that the Destination Imagination teams would get the opportunity to attend the SkillsUSA state competition, this trip will be funded by the After School Program. There were 345 teacher/principal touchpoints during October.

Discussion: 

Sara Colford, Assistant Director of Student Services, reported that CPS will have 4 student teachers in the fall and 5 in the spring. The After School Program is strong with 173 students, there are 2 available spots at Emerson. Mrs. Colford talked about the McKinney Vinto Grant and collaborating to get students t-shirts and hoodies. She has also been working to get protocols written and shared, so all buildings are processing paperwork consistently across the district.

Discussion: 

Mr. Schapmann updated on the UpBeat Surveys, he said the feedbac says CPS seem to be on the right track. Each building principal will go over feedback with their staff.  Mr. Schapmann talked about the successes at job fairs. CPS will be looking at an RFP for a food service management company. He also mentioned that the holiday luncheon for staff will be on December 12.

Discussion:  Information and deadlines for TERIP were shared by Mr. Schapmann.

Discussion:  Chip Kay, Superintendent, talked about the conversations and research that has been done to decide on bringing this policy to the board for adoption. The policy includes information about engaging in best practices and setting limits on what CPS will allow. Dr. Kay, this is the framework we will work with at CPS.

Discussion:  The board did not go into Executive Session.

Discussion:  The meeting was adourned at 6:45pm.