001So, thank you. Good evening, Chairman Burton. Members of the Raytown Quality School District Board, members of the Raytown Quality School District Community. First of all, I'd like to say happy summer to you all. Uh, right now what we are engaging in is learning is continuous and enrichment is occurring at our schools as we are embarking upon summer school. I had the opportunity to visit schools today and one of the schools I visited actually had a petting zoo or a presentation of animals. I wasn't expecting to see a porcupine and a turtle or tortoise uh, when I visited the school, but learning was taking place. So, I just want to say thank you for the engagement that's occurring at this particular point in time. And for those who are not attending summer school and enrichment, I
002would encourage you to make sure you engage your mind in reading uh, while we are off for the summer. Make sure it's enjoying your reading and not something that's required. I also want to take a moment just to say congratulations. Um, the last board meeting I commended our communications department for uh, National Communicators Day. But this evening I want to just commend our communications department, Mr. Colin Clooney, Ms. Hannah Schappells, uh, and our amazing communications team under the leadership of Ms. Marissa Cleaver Wamble. Um, they didn't earn not one, not two, but three uh, digital media awards in the 2026 NSPRA National School National School Communications Awards. The winning entries included the Be the Hero They Need, which was our convocation video with starring this amazing lead actress. Um The next I don't know why
003you all found that funny. I just The next was when the students run the board, which received honorable mention, and our Ray of Hope series that we uh utilized received the Award of Excellence. And so the Award of Excellence is the highest honor awarded by NSPRA, making this recommend this recognition very much uh meaningful for us. What it does is it tells the story of Raytown. And for those of you who are here, we have some amazing individuals who are here in the audience and we'll talk about them a little later, but our Ray of Hope actually accentuates who we are and what we stand for as a school district, and that's children. And so I just want to again commend Marissa for the hard work, the creativity, the innovation of her team in continuing
004to make Raytown a mark of excellence. And so I mentioned uh I'm going to put them on black and I'm not going to do that because they're just too talented for me to do that. So I'm going to leave your um visual of our amazing students a visual of amazing students. That concludes that portion of the superintendent's report. And at this time, I will skip through 8.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4. >> Did you say honorable mention? >> Yeah. >> That's fine. >> Really? >> [clears throat] >> Uh well, so Marissa, you hear the recount because I think the lead actor in that production wants a redo. We'll make sure he gets up there for an Oscar. And now, 8.5, uh we have Dr. Greiner and Ms. Tonya Crompton who will present information regarding our Great Expectations
005before and after school care uh with a fee increase. And we just want to make sure that the community is aware of adjustments that we are making. So, Ms. Crompton. Thank you for being here. It It doesn't bite. You can turn it on. >> But, okay. Good evening. There I am. Um good evening, everyone. I am Tonya Crompton again uh with the Great Expectations Before and After School Care program. And I am here to discuss a little bit about our fee increases for next year. We have two main components to that fee increase. The first one would include a new flat rate fee that will be charged to all of our employees. It is a reduced rate. We typically or historically have not charged our employees, but we found given with the economy, the prices,
006the rising prices that are going on that we have to subsidize because it's a non-sustainable model for us. And so, again, that is going to be a reduced fee rate for our employees, but that will also entitle them to full-time care. It used to be that employees were only given 30 minutes before and 30 minutes after their scheduled shifts. And that benefit did not extend to stipend or coaching positions. But now, regardless with the new flat fee, all of our employees will be entitled to all care however long they need 5 days a week um as well. This also will include a $5 fee increase to our patrons. Great Expectations Before and After school care has not raised their prices in 7 years. And so we have again found it necessary for us to increase
007our prices minimally to our patron due to the impact of rising cost as well. So those are the two main components that have are taking place with the 2026-2027 school year. Good evening. Pardon? Yes, so the weekly fees are going up across the board by $5 to every activity we have. So for instance, this year if your child has AM/PM care, it's $70 a week. For the '26-'27 school year, it will be $75 a week. We did do the research with all of our surrounding districts who do have sub- self-sustaining uh before and after school care programs in just marginal regions around the uh Kansas City area, and we are still well within the weekly rates. Um as far as uh private daycares or chains, we are extremely reasonable. You're welcome. Any other questions? >>
008Thank you, Ms. Compton. Item 8.6 is the final item on the report of the superintendent, and it is an actionable item regarding student code of conduct, uh but at this point this concludes the report of the superintendent. >> Thank you, Dr. Knox. >> Let me correct. It should be information, not action. Sorry. >> Next, we have Ray of Hope. >> Good evening, President Burden, Dr. Martin Knox, Board of Education. This night This evening for Ray of Hope, we are recognizing our national championship culinary team. And they are being recognized after earning the title of national champions at the 2026 national ProStart team. Through dedication, teamwork, perseverance, and countless hours of preparation, their talent demonstrated ex- exceptional culinary skill and professionalism on the national stage. And here is a little bit about their historic accomplishments and
009their feat in Baltimore. >> It all kind of started when I was younger. I used to just watch a lot of cooking shows. It's kind of just all I watched. And so, when I got to middle school and I found out what Herndon was and that I could apply for [music] it, I got really excited for it. So, I made sure that I ended up in this place and kind of worked out that way. >> Coming into [music] competing, we tried not to be nervous. We tried to just really embrace it and be excited about it since we [music] had been practicing so long and like it was finally here. We really struggled to carry all of our stuff up to the actual ballroom. I was like telling them I was like it's heavy, but
010we're strong. It's heavy, but we're strong. We were like repeating that. >> We were all kind of nervous, but at the same time there was a very big sense of calmness once we started cooking. Honestly, I had no doubt in my team. >> After we cooked, we were all really happy. I think that was the most exciting part. The whole time I had this calm feeling like I think we had it in the bag at that point. >> We went to dinner and then we were just waiting trying to figure out who [music] actually won. Once I found out dinner, we like jumped out all of our chairs went flying out from underneath us. >> It was really exciting the like exact moment that we found out. We were all just like crying tears of
011joy. >> Couldn't believe it and it still doesn't honestly feel real. >> There was a lot of work that went into it. We started in December and we practiced 600 to 700 hours over the course of 5 [music] months. >> The goal was right from the get-go to be the best in the nation. And the cool part about it is that we had bad practices, but they rose to the occasion. They never made excuses for failure and that I think is what catapulted them over. >> Chef Mike, every day he'll push you to be your absolute best and I think that kind of sums up this year. >> We only got 10th at Nationals last year and so it was kind of crushing and so then to get first place this year was just so
012exciting and kind of proved to me like oh, I can do this. >> I had heard about Hernan and I knew that the culinary program was like super prestigious and I knew Chef Mike was an amazing instructor. >> I knew there was a couple courses by remembering Mills while I did it and I like really liked it and I also saw the competition team from a couple years back on the news and I told my mom, oh, I want to do that someday. >> This team has been [music] amazing to be a part of. They gave me a safe space after school to come in to challenge and push a team like I've never been able to push. They've challenged themselves, they've challenged me. We set a bar, we'd raise that bar even more. >>
013I hate to say it's cuz we're all girls, but >> [laughter] >> we just have like a really deep connection with each other and it has helped us all throughout the whole process. >> Even though like our personalities might not be like perfect for each other, kind of embracing that. >> My mom was my biggest motivation and Claire is my biggest motivation cuz she's just so bright and joyful all the time. Whenever I felt down, she was always there like literally right behind me. >> I'll always appreciate this team and you know, everything they've done for me, taught me. >> They're all just really great people. They're really fun to be around. >> I was such a shy person before I came here. I was so quiet. I think this year just inspired me to
014just kind of grow as a person and then as a chef. >> I think the community has a big misconception about what career and technical [music] education is. A lot of people think it's a dumping ground for the student that's not going to be successful in high school. But this is a campus where we are [music] driven. We teach employability skills. We teach life skills. We teach things that are going to catapult these kids into a career and a pathway that they can go and be [music] successful any place in the world. What we do at the national level is just a glimpse of what we do on the classroom every single day. I will forever cherish these five young ladies. >> Having this award means a lot to me. >> It's so exciting [music]
015and it just makes me really happy to empower women everywhere. >> Just knowing that my team was recognized just for our hard work and knowing that it paid off in more than just a gold medal. We truly have inspired other people. >> work just as hard. We can do everything just as well and obviously we made it happen. >> I really do think we've created a path for other women and you know, people who really just love culinary. >> So, Will, Claire, Ruthie, Sierra, Hannah, and Chef Mike. >> While she's doing that, may I just add another piece to this? It's one thing to see the video, the put the pictures, but it's another thing to see these individuals in action in competition, and there is nothing like it. And so, of course, I know
016they knew who I was walking through there. They know Michelle and Riker and I walk around with our chests stuck out. We got good representation. So, I just again want to publicly say thank you for your hard work. Thank you, Chef Knight. Thank you, Chef Riker. Uh just for your creativity in making sure you make Harmon the market place that it is. Uh the mayor actually provided proclamations uh as well, and so we're going to continue to honor you for your hard work and your dedication, and never forget what it's taken for you to get that place, especially when you're on the next Chef Top Chef. So, kudos and thank you and congratulations. >> This evening, we also want to celebrate an incredible award season for the Raytown High School Theatre Department. This spring, our
017talented students and staff earned recognition from two of Kansas City's most prestigious high school theater programs, the Cappies and the Blue Star Awards. The Kansas City Cappies, which recognizes excellence in theater across 19 metro area schools, Raytown High School's production of Hadestown teen edition took home the top honor of best musical. Students were also recognized for their outstanding work in performance, music, design, technology, and ensemble acting, showcasing the incredible talent both on stage and behind the scenes. At Starlight Theatre's Blue Star Awards, one of the nation's largest and most respected high school musical theater award programs, Cameron Richie earned the Blue Star Award for outstanding performer in a supporting role for his portrayal of Hermes in Hadestown teen edition. Hermes. I was putting a little flair on it for you. Cameron. >> [laughter] >> The
018production also received nominations for outstanding ensemble and outstanding lighting design. A special shout-out to their teacher Katie Kolster and Alec Kolster, the fine arts coordinator. Congratulations to everyone involved. >> We often times encourage the community to go and look at productions and to look at the plays. We can talk about how great they are, but there's nothing like watching these performers in action. There is nothing like it. And when I say breathtaking, yes, I mean absolutely breathtaking. Now, not that my word means anything because I'm just superintendent. But I will tell you as a musician, as a performer who's been on stage, I will take any of them at any time and put them up against anyone because they are absolutely phenomenal. And so, this one right here If you just do me a favor,
019like when you come on the stage and you do that that I that >> [laughter] >> And then just give me a little bit of that. Oh, man. You first got to come out on the stage and you And you say, "Welcome to Hades." What are the lines? >> [laughter] >> Thank you. Yes. And I And I in the middle of that. You got this, Cam. >> Ice. >> Watch >> our children. I don't play with anybody upset. They are top >> Yes. >> Script may be their talent, but I am grateful for our educators, for our leaders, from Chef Mike to Alex Colson. Just thank the Lord for what you do for our children. >> Thank you all. And there you go. >> Next we have a public comment period, but seeing none, we
020will move on to the next agenda item. We have a motion. >> I move that the board approve the May 11th, 2026 Board Policy Committee meet meeting minutes. >> Second. >> Motion made and seconded. And we will take a vote. Motion passes. Great Town Education Foundation report. Educational Foundation report. Get it out. >> Good evening, everyone. >> Good evening. >> Uh the Great Town Educational Foundation Board of Education report, June 2026. The spring season marked one of Great Town Educational Foundation's busiest and most impactful periods of the year. As scholarships were awarded, teaching and learning grants were funded, dual credit reimbursements were processed, and fund raising raising initiatives were completed. These efforts directly supported students, educators, and schools across the district. Under our scholarship and student support, approximately 40 scholarship funds supporting graduating seniors and
021continuing college students were administered. More than 440 scholarship applications were reviewed submitted by 45 students across Raytown High and Raytown South High. Scholarships were awarded to more than 60% of all applicants. Finalist interviews were conducted and two recipients selected for the Aspire scholarship which is a renewable scholarship valued up to $26,000 per student. REF also hosts the annual scholarship reception and participated in scholarship presentations at both high school awards night ceremony. Under our dual credit tuition reimbursement, REF partnered with the Raytown retired school personnel and community donors to support students earning credit college credits while still in high school. 28 students were provided reimbursement assistance. REF helped to offset the cost of 261 college credit hours earned through dual credit coursework. REF increased reimbursement reimbursement support to approximately 43% of tuition costs for participating students.
022Under the learning and teaching and learning grants, 13 teaching and learning grants were awarded totaling nearly $20,000. Initiative classroom projects were funded benefiting students across multiple grade levels and school buildings. Educators were recognized and celebrated for their creativity and commitment to student learning through foundation annual grant patrol. Under our fundraising and community engagement, we successfully completed the 2026 Major Savers campaign generating support for both participating elementary and the foundation. REF hosted the sold out sender experience fundraiser in partnership with Herndon Career Center culinary arts students. I was there and they did a wonderful job. Chef Mike's culinary culinary team went on to earn first place at the national ProStart invitational bringing national recognition to Raytown. REF continues to strengthen strengthen relationships with donors, alumni, community partners, and scholarship fund representatives through stewardship and engagement. REF
023is looking ahead to they're looking to finalize scholarship distributions, dual credit reimbursements, and year-end financial reconciliations for 2025-2026 school year. Looking to work with foundation committees to evaluate program outcomes, establish priorities for 2026-2027 school years. Looking to develop foundations 2026 operating budget including projected scholarship distributions, grant funding, fundraising activities, and administrative needs. Looking to review fundraising performance and donor engagement data to identify opportunities for sustainable sustainable growth and increased community. Looking to continue donor stewardship efforts, student thank you initiatives, and relationship buildings with alumni community partners, and scholarship fund holders. Looking to begin planning for next year's scholarship cycle, teaching and learning grants, fundraising initiatives, and community engagement. And lastly, looking to explore long-term strategic planning opportunities to strengthen the foundation's capacity to support students, educators, and schools throughout the district. The Raytown Educational Foundation
024remains committed to supporting and enhancing Raytown schools through scholarships, grants, student recognitions, and partnerships that create meaningful opportunities for students and educators. Thank you, Holly. That ends my report. >> Thank you. Next in new business, we have renewal of Microsoft licensing. Is there a motion? >> I move that the Board of Education approve the renewal of Microsoft licensing from CDWG for the amount of $91,405.86. >> Thank you. >> Motion made and seconded. Motion passed. Next, we have K5 ELA book purchase. >> I move that the Board of Education approve the purchase of K5 student ELA books from Amplify Incorporated for the amount of $135,932.60. >> Second. >> Motion made and seconded. Motion passed. Next, we have the IXL renewal. >> I move that the Board of Education approve the renewal of IXL from IXL Learning
025amount of 110,000 1 dollar. Is it? >> Second. >> Motion made and seconded. Motion passed. Next is the Everyday Speech K through 12 social emotional learning curriculum. >> I move that the Board of Education approve the purchase of the Everyday Speech K through 12 SEL curriculum in the amount of 59,980 dollars for the 2026-2027 school year. >> Second. >> Motion made and seconded. Motion passes. Next we have the the OKC MOU. >> I move to approve the policy MOU with the OKC Board of Education College model beginning in 2026-2027. >> Second. >> Motion seconded. Take your pick. Yeah. Motion passes. Mr. Newton. >> Yes. >> Yeah, him and Penny, yeah. But That's it. Yeah. you got Hold on. Make the motion. Um Dr. Douglas >> I move that the Board of Education approve the payment
026of $32,800 for the training of staff in conflict resolution strategies and restorative dialogue from the Center for Conflict Resolution for the 2026-2027 school year. >> Second. >> Motion made and seconded. Next we have the uh McKinney-Vento homeless cabin contract renewal. >> Mr. President, I move that the Board of Education approve the renewal of assistant services DBA Buckles and as one of the preferred vendors for McKinney-Vento foster cabin services for the 2026-2027 school year. >> Second. >> Motion made and seconded. >> Next we have motion for the meal price increase. >> Mr. President, I'm going to order a casual processed meal prices for the 2026-2027 school for the all meal prices for the 2026-2027 school. >> Motion made and seconded. Motion passed. Next for information, you see the following policies from the policy committee. First read.
027Next we have a motion for a send agenda. >> Mr. President, I'm going to order the board approve the June 8, 2026 send agenda agenda as presented. >> All right. Second. >> Second. >> I'd like to read donations before we >> Vote. No, you need a second. That was cool. Oh, before we vote. Uh donation of free haircuts worth $920 from Cuts Barbershop to Three Trails Preschool Fatherhood event. Donation of four tickets worth $112 from the Kansas City Zoo to Three Trails Preschool Fatherhood event. Donation of four tickets and gift bag worth $250 from the KC Mavericks to Three Trails Preschool Fatherhood event. Donation of autograph photo and team scarf worth $110 from KC Current to the Three Trails Preschool Fatherhood event. Donation of gift worth $50 from Topgolf to Three Trails Preschool Fatherhood event.
028Donation of a 90-minute lane reservation worth $150 from Flowing Bowling Warehouse to Three Trails Preschool Fatherhood event. Let me stop saying that. Uh donation of three month family membership worth $50, a donation of four ticket vouchers worth $100 from the Kansas City Royals, a donation of four tickets to Science City and four tickets to the Planetarium, a donation of $1,500 from ABM. And a donation Uh that's to Raytown High School. The other ones was from the for the Fatherhood event. Uh donations of sugar cookies, frostings, and sprinkles worth $136.47 from Ivy Raytown to Southwood uh Elementary School, a donation of 280 sugar cookies worth 209 dollars. This competition from Constantino's Price Chopper to Southwood Elementary. Once again, we greatly appreciate all the donations from our our stakeholders and those that are invested and interested in
029the in the growth and development of our of our of our youth. And we was greatly appreciated but I'm sure by all the families, by the whole community, by all of us. Thank you very much. Motion passes. And last but not least >> I move that the board adjourn the regular board education meeting at 7:29 p.m. >> [clears throat] >> Motion is seconded. Meeting is adjourned.