The Franklin County Board approved contracts, a payout of $867,245.86 to Gavir Construction and multiple change orders (including a $33,003.27 structural support order for gym sprinklers and a $53,001.43 site work order) tied to BG23431 and BG24331 building projects.
Student presenters told the Franklin County Board of Education they worked with district staff and educators on a high school website project and asked the board to include student voices in developing the district's new learner portrait and decision-making processes.
The board accepted multiple donations totaling several thousand dollars for student programs, received a first reading of KSBA-recommended policy updates (2526), approved a list of traceable student communication systems under Senate Bill 181, and heard a superintendent report announcing a new academy principal.
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Following recent snow and use of all NTI days, district leaders told the board they will require students to attend in‑person on Feb. 17, add March 23 as a makeup day, and convert May 22 to an in‑person day to satisfy required instructional time.
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District facilities reported progress and punch‑list items for Elkhorn Elementary and Western Hills projects, with plumbing and electrical inspections pending before temporary certificates of occupancy and additional work needed on flooring, ADA items and HVAC.
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The Franklin County board approved an $85,500 equipment donation to the Career & Tech Center from Lincoln Electric Company and accepted two additional donor gifts totaling $4,379.88 for retiree recognition and celebration.
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Superintendent and operations staff said there is '0 chance' of in-person school tomorrow and designated it NTI day number 6; maintenance crews prioritized clearing elementary lots to support ASP programs while sidewalks remain difficult to clear because of refreeze and low temperatures.
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Treasurer presented November and December figures showing an ending balance rise to $66.7 million after December tax collections; the board reviewed fund breakdowns and bank reconciliations and noted early taxpayer payments but could not provide exact year‑over‑year percentages.
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Board approved a teacher apprenticeship application that would have Franklin County Schools host a K–8 apprenticeship pathway, partnering with BCTC and EKU; juniors and seniors could be hired as paraeducators and earn up to 12 college credits, with potential funding support referenced from Senate Bill 22.
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The board created one extra‑duty weight room coordinator position per high school, funded from the general fund with a $2,500 annual stipend to be added to the coaches' stipend calendar; the motion passed by voice vote during the special‑call meeting.