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The motion, made by Ryan and seconded by Tammy, passed unanimously, 5-0.

Board members and school administrators said the coaching has been valuable to principals, instructional coaches and district leaders. “Her coaching pushed us to be more purposeful and how we lead,” said Martha Mendoza, describing how administrators used questioning techniques and adjusted coaching styles. “It really has given us a chance to move instruction forward.”

Principal Karla Medrano told the board that one-on-one coaching “has been a life changer” and described the confidential, goal‑driven sessions she said helped her and two colleagues. “It feels honestly like it’s probably one of the most powerful PDs I’ve had in my career,” she said.

During discussion, a board member questioned the price and procurement process, saying a rate of $6,500 per day for 16 days represented a “six‑figure” investment. Superintendent Doctor Dirkson acknowledged the cost and said the district had considered less expensive options but chose the vendor for content quality and continuity with prior years. Dirkson said the district negotiates fees and balances cost against expected impact.

The district told the board the work will be funded from a mix of sources (Title fund 15, at‑risk funds and similar grants) and accounted for in next year’s fiscal budget. The administration described the plan as a three-part package: (1) continued individual coaching for instructional coaches, (2) advisory/planning support for district leadership, and (3) on‑site work with building administrators, including walk‑throughs and reflective conversations.

Board discussion included questions about whether the district must competitively bid the services; staff said they did not believe a formal bid was required for this service contract and that the vendor was selected for technical fit and established relationships. Several board members and administrators framed the spending as an investment in staff retention and leadership development.

The board approved the recommendation as presented. The action authorizes the district to contract with Michelle Harris (Endeavor More) and to continue the Growth Coaching International engagements for the 2025–26 school year, with costs to be coded to the district’s budgeting funds and reconciled by the business office.

Less central details: staff said coaching sessions include multiweek cycles, principals receive on‑site walkthrough feedback, and executive coaching engagements include six coaching sessions per participant with confidential, goal‑oriented follow‑ups.

Ending: Board members who spoke in favor said they were mindful of cost but convinced by administrators’ reports of measurable leadership and instructional improvements.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","USD 443 Board of Education Board Meeting April 14, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The Dodge City USD 443 Board of Education on April 14 approved continuing executive and instructional coaching services for building and district leaders despite questions from board members about the program’s cost.","taxTitle","Dodge , School Boards, Kansas","taxId",38316,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6069949,"Votes at a glance: USD 443 board approves consent agenda, capital projects, staffing and procurement",4314,27000,4341000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3066407-6b94f778b2f10fc89a482e14042a4a43&start=27&end=4341","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3066407-6b94f778b2f10fc89a482e14042a4a43/thumbnail_27000.jpg","/articles/6069949/Dodge/School-Boards/Kansas/Votes-at-a-glance-USD-443-board-approves-consent-agenda-capital-projects-staffing-and-procurement","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6069949-bd4f45b69c551e05c72bbe00aa1ee571/orig.mp4?Expires=1775764653&Signature=DgWQbOchPDFQQjlAhGFTasCH6mbAm~Hayf8J-OTME8eKTkJrU879bx4IrhSuh~dt18h67fZTeq6p0l5I47mPIpZ2oGVcqOhZDagYDUHRRZJYl~Rgh5-eN2iUM5vkuImjKluIkvz9wdTDa5sTs62AflOA6Eut2KIgwxJQ1-ExcUP2~Ta68lXf7VrYUW9zkEvLuFnJnJvYY0aWi-8EKZnB43fz6SJu8giSK7xLW~tTcJcMNYVqj5itlWvPtAV1fa51DZXZVQQ6Y3rcT6qKvX2GvvCWUyZvdnmDOSTiJfxP9E-1IgT8kbkzXeua6zL9ZJo7l25IL5t0yIzhMXFxTFx8cQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Dodge City USD 443 Board of Education on April 14 voted on a range of consent‑agenda and action items, approving routine personnel and grant applications, purchasing for capital projects, several equipment purchases and staffing actions. Most motions passed unanimously, 5‑0.

Why it matters: The votes authorize near‑term capital work, staffing changes and purchases that affect building operations, student supports and district facilities for the coming months.

Votes at a glance
- Adoption of agenda (including supplemental personnel report): approved, motion made and seconded; tally 5‑0.
- Approval of bills: approved, tally 5‑0.
- Consent agenda (personnel approvals, grant applications, donations, contracts listed in packet including Kansas Parents as Teachers grant, 4‑year‑old at‑risk grant, JAG Kansas partnership, Accelerate Learning workbooks, nutrition policy handbook and others): approved, motion by Tammy, second by Tracy; tally 5‑0. Packet items were described individually in the consent list.
- Approval of internal and external presenters and pay schedule for the 2025 Summer Institute professional development (increase in projected expenditures by approximately $40,000 due to specialized topics and external presenters): approved, motion by Tammy, second by Jeff; tally 5‑0.
- Approval to continue executive/administrative coaching and instructional coaching engagements (Michelle Harris/Endeavor More; Growth Coaching International): approved, motion by Ryan, second by Tammy; tally 5‑0. (See separate article for full discussion.)
- Authorization to accept donations from the Ford County Historical Society and related program support/donations (including scholarships and class art awards): accepted as presented; tally 5‑0.
- Resolution approving sale of the building trades house: approved; motion by Ryan, second by Tammy; tally 5‑0.
- Capital outlay: carpet and flooring replacements for multiple buildings (approx. $330,000): approved; tally 5‑0.
- Capital outlay: mini‑stand for skid steer (maintenance fleet), purchase via cooperative (approx. $270,000): approved; tally 5‑0.
- HVAC upgrade for the bus barn (safety/ventilation for mechanic pit): approved; tally 5‑0.
- Permission to sell two Right Beginnings literacy buses (to reallocate resources to sprinter‑van model and eliminate CDL requirement): approved; tally 5‑0.
- Epoxy floor coatings for multiple schools (restrooms/kitchens/high‑traffic areas): approved; tally 5‑0.
- Change in funding source for retiree gifts and similar expenditures: board authorized up to $6,000 from gifts and grants fund and authorized board clerk to use purchase orders from that fund for 2025: approved; tally 5‑0.
- Approval to hire paraprofessionals funded with remaining at‑risk dollars for remainder of school year (building principals to request staff using rubric developed by Amy Loder): approved, motion by Tracy, second by Ryan; tally 5‑0. District staff said hiring depends on applicant availability and some principals had candidates in mind.

Context and process notes: Several items were described as routine or previously reviewed by board committees (capital outlay committee or purchasing cooperative). Staff said purchases followed cooperative procurement where applicable and that the business office will allocate costs to appropriate funds. Board members asked procedural questions about bid requirements for coaching and consulting services; staff said they did not believe the services required a formal bid in this instance.

Ending: The board handled a mix of routine business and larger capital and staffing authorizations in a single meeting; most votes were unanimous.","The Dodge City USD 443 Board of Education approved a package of routine and capital items, personnel approvals and spending authorizations during its April 14 meeting. Several large capital outlay and contracting approvals and staffing authorizations passed unanimously","actionData","errors"]

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Board approves third year of executive and instructional coaching after extended discussion over cost

Votes at a glance: USD 443 board approves consent agenda, capital projects, staffing and procurement