
Join us in celebrating the January USD 480 Educator of the Month, Ms. Martin from MacArthur! She has been with USD 480 for 12 years and currently teaches a 2nd and 3rd grade mixed grade-level classroom. She serves as a role model and mentor to her fellow educators at MacArthur. To observe Ms. Martin’s classroom is to observe a master class in teaching, she makes it all look so easy even when it isn't. Ms. Martin is truly a gift to her students, MacArthur, and USD 480. We are so thankful to have her!




Regular Board Meeting - 1/23/23 - 6:30 pm - LHS East Annex Room C107
1.5 Approval of Minutes 1-23-23 - Passed 7-0
1.6 Approval of Agenda - Passed 7-0
3.1 Approval of Consent Agenda - Passed 7-0
4.1 Bare Ground Weed Control Services - Passed 7-0
4.3 Outsource Payroll - Passed 7-0
Adjournment @ 7:30pm

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, there will be no school on Monday, January 16, 2023.



Summer Stafford, PE teacher at MacArthur, was named Educator of the Month for December at tonight's BOE meeting. She serves as the ABL lead, District Wellness Committee Chair, and organizes many events that promote an active family lifestyle. She is a tremendous asset to USD 480!




Regular Board Meeting - 1/9/23 - 6:30 pm - LHS East Annex Room C107
Hatcher Absent
2.1 Election of BOE President - Naomi Vargas - Elected 4-2 - Brack, Brown against
Hatcher arrived @ 6:36pm
2.2 Election of BOE Vice President - Sarah Thompson received 2 votes, Kathy Fitzgerald Elected received 5 votes
3.1 Approval of Minutes 12-5-22 - Passed 7-0
3.2 Approval of Agenda - Passed 7-0
5.1 Approval of Consent Agenda - Passed 7-0
6.1 Monthly Bills - Passed 7-0
7.1 Annual Financial Statement Audit for Fiscal Year End June 30, 2022 - Passed 7-0
7.2 2023-2027 Strategic Plan - Passed 7-0
7.3 Hellas Payment Applicaiton - Passed 7-0
7.4 ESSER II Funds to Support Dual Credit - Passed 7-0
7.5 Leader In Me at Sunflower - Passed 7-0
7.6 Use of Accumulated Leave by 9-Month Classified Staff - Passed 7-0
10.1 Waiver of Liquidated Damages - Passed 7-0
Adjournment @ 8:17pm

School resumes TOMORROW for USD 480! We are excited to have our students back and to finish the school year strong! We wanted to remind everyone of the importance of showing up every day and making each day count. Attached is a list of important dates for the spring semester.



The USD 480 District Office will be closed Thursday, December 22 through the end of the year. We will return to normal hours on Monday, January 2, 2023. Have a wonderful holiday season from USD 480!


Regular Board Meeting - 12/5/22 - 6:30 pm - LHS East Annex Room C107
Hatcher Absent
1.5 Approval of Minutes 11-7-22 - Passed 6-0
1.6 Approval of Agenda - Passed 6-0
Hatcher arrived @ 6:38pm
3.1 Approval of Consent Agenda - Passed - 7-0
4.1 Monthly Bills - Passed 7-0
5.1 Western Athletic Conference Logo Agreement - Passed 7-0
5.2 Bi-directional Amplification at LHS - Passed 7-0
5.3 Activity Bus - Passed 7-0
5.4 Hellas Payment Application - Passed 7-0
5.5 Automatic Vehicle Location - Passed 7-0
5.6 On Bus Camera System - Passed 7-0
5.7 Interim Teacher Pay Scale - Passed 6-1, Brown against
5.8 Funding Support for Employees in a Teacher Certification Program - Passed 7-0
8.1 Emergency Leave Request - Passed 7-0
Adjournment @ 8:07pm

Regular Board Meeting - 11/7/22 - 6:30 pm - LHS East Annex Room C107
Hatcher Absent
1.5 Approval of Minutes 10-24-22 - Passed 6-0
1.6 Approval of Agenda - Passed 6-0
3.1 Approval of Consent Agenda - Passed 6-0
4.1 Monthly Bills - Passed 6-0
5.1 UAV Policy - Passed 6-0
8.1 Waiver of Liquidated Damages - Passed 6-0

Regular Board Meeting - 10/24/22 - 6:30 pm - LHS East Annex Room C107
2.5 Approval of Minutes 10-10-22 - Passed 7-0
2.6 Approval of the Agenda w/ addition of 3.2 Director of Operations Report and 6.6 Salto Locks - Passed 7-0
4.1 Approval of Consent Agenda - Passed 7-0
5.1 Education Elements Statement of Work for 23-24 and 24-25 - Passed 5-2 - Brack, Brown against
6.2 Student Handbook - Passed 7-0
6.3 J Casas & Associates - Passed 7-0
6.4 Titan Software Renewal - Passed 7-0
6.5 iReady K-5 Math Curriculum - Passed 7-0
6.6 Salto Locks - Passed 6-1 - Hatcher against
Adjournment @ 7:26pm

There will be NO SCHOOL on Thursday, October 20 and Friday, October 21. Every building will be having parent-teacher conferences all day Thursday, buildings will be closed on Friday. NO SCHOOL for Bright Start on Wednesday, October 19.



It is parent-teacher conference week! If you have not scheduled a time for your conference, please contact your child's school as soon as possible. See below for the full list of dates and times. Remember, NO SCHOOL Thursday and Friday! Bright Start - NO SCHOOL Wednesday as well.


Regular Board Meeting - 10/10/22 - 6:30 p.m. - LHS East Annex Room C107
1.5 Approval of Minutes 9-19-22 - Passed 7-0
1.6 Approval of Agenda - Passed 5-2 (BRACK, BROWN against)
3.1 Approval of Consent Agenda - Passed 7-0
4.1 Monthly Bills - Passed 6-1 (BROWN abstains)
5.1 District Goals - Passed 7-0
5.2 Education Elements Statement of Work - Passed 5-2 (BRACK, BROWN against)
5.3 Sunflower Parking Lot - Passed 7-0
5.4 Yellow Bus Purchase - Passed 7-0
5.5 Vehicle Purchase - Passed 7-0
BROWN Exits @ 7:43
Adjournment @ 8:00 p.m.

Board Meeting - 9/6/22 - 6:30 pm -
1.5 Approval of Minutes 8-22-22 - Passed 7-0
1.6 Approval of Agenda - Passed 7-0
3.1 Approval of Consent Agenda - Passed 7-0
4.1 Monthly Bills - Passed 6-0 (Brown abstains)
5.1 Middle School Turf Fields - Passed 7-0
Adjournment @ 7:40pm

Board Meeting - 8/22/22 - 6:30 pm -
2.5 Approval of Minutes 8-8-22 - Passed 7-0
2.6 Approval of Agenda with addition of 5.6 - 10 Passenger Vans - Passed 7-0
4.1 Approval of Consent Agenda - Passed 7-0
5.1 Revenue Neutral Rate - Passed 7-0
5.2 Budget 22-23 - Passed 7-0
5.3 Microsoft Renewal - Passed 7-0
5.4 Certified Handbook 22-23 - Passed 7-0
5.5 Focus Handbook - Passed 7-0
5.6 Three 10 Passenger Vans - Passed 7-0
Adjourn @ 8:01pm

Board Meeting - 7/25/22 - 6:30 pm - Brown, Hatcher, Vargas Absent
1.5 Approval of Minutes 7-11-22 - Passed 4-0
1.6 Approval of Agenda - Passed 4-0
3.1 Approval of Consent Agenda - Passed 4-0
4.1 Flex Seating at MacArthur - Passed 4-0
4.2 Perform & HRMS Manager Portal within PowerSchool Talent - Passed 4-0
4.3 “Leader In Me” at Middle Schools - Passed 4-0
4.4 Extermination Services - Passed 4-0
Adjourn @ 7:12pm

Board Meeting - 7/11/22 - 6:30 pm - Hatcher absent
1.5 Approval of Minutes 6-27-22 - Passed 6-0
1.6 Approval of Agenda with addition of 4.3 Sunday Event - Passed 6-0
2.1 Appointment of the Board Treasurer and Assistant Treasurer for 2022-2023 - Passed 6-0
2.2 Appointment of the Clerk and Assistant Clerk of the Board for 2022-2023 - Passed 6-0
2.3 Appointment of the USD 480 Board Attorney for 2022-2023 - Passed 6-0
2.4 Appointment of the USD 480 Board Auditor for 2022-2023 - Passed 6-0
4.1 Approval of Consent Agenda - Passed 6-0
5.1 Board Resolutions A,B,C,D,E,F,G,H,I,J,K,L,M,N,O,P,Q,R,S,T, and U - Passed 6-0
5.2 MOU with Genesis Family Health - Passed 6-0
5.4 Financial Software Upgrade - Passed 6-0
Adjournment @ 7:46pm

Board Meeting - 6/27/22 - 6:30 pm -
1.5 Approval of Minutes 6-6-22 - Passed 7-0
1.6 Approval of Minutes 6-20-22 - Passed 7-0
1.7 Approval of Agenda - Passed 7-0
3.1 Approval of Consent Agenda - Passed 6-1 (Vargas against)
4.1 LHS Parking Lot Replacement Design - Passed 7-0
4.2 Sports Design Group Professional Services for Artificial Turf Fields - Passed 7-0
4.3 Property and General Liability Insurance Coverage FY 22/23 - Passed 7-0
4.4 ID Cards and Printers - Passed 7-0
5.1 Monthly Bills - Passed 7-0
8.1 Waiver of Liquidated Damages - Passed 7-0

Special Board Meeting - 6/20/22 - 6:30 pm - Brack, Hatcher absent
1.5 Approval of Agenda - Passed 5-0
@ 6:31pm Hatcher joined meeting
@ 6:31pm Brack joined meeting
2.1 Resolution 06-20-22 - Passed 7-0
2.2 eLuma Service Contract - Dies for lack of motion.
2.3 Activity Bus - Passed - Passed 7-0
Adjourn @ 6:56pm - Passed 7-0

Regular Board Meeting - 6/6/22 - 6:30 pm -
1.5 Approval of Minutes 5-23-22 - Passed 7-0
1.6 Approval of Agenda - Passed 7-0
3.1 Approval of Consent Agenda - Passed 5-2 - Brack, Brown against
4.1 Monthly Bills - Passed 7-0
5.1 22-23 Organizational Meeting - Passed 7-0
5.2 LHS Water Infiltration - Passed 7-0
5.3 Navigate Prepared - Passed 7-0
5.4 Handbook Revisions for 22-23 - Passed 7-0
5.5 Workers Compensation - Passed 7-0
5.6 Software and Service Renewals - Passed 7-0
5.7 Lease Finance - Passed 7-0
8.1 Adjourn @ 7:25pm - Passed 7-0