The board meeting was called to order by President Ken Gaspar followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Board Members present: Ken Gaspar, Walter Branch, Jared Wormington, Matt Batson, and Mike Whannell, Ryan Nestleroad, and Jennifer Lewis. |
Several Monett High School student-athletes earned All-State recognition during the 2025-2026 spring sports season, reflecting their dedication, talent, and outstanding performance throughout the year.
Earning All-State honors is a significant accomplishment. It represents countless hours of practice, perseverance through challenges, and a desire to grow on and off the court. These athletes have competed at a high level and represented Monett with integrity, teamwork, and pride.
Monett High School Spring 2025-2026 All-State Recognition
Alex Meeks
- Class 4 All State Track & Field
- 7th Place - Pole Vault
- 8th Place - 4 X 400M Relay
Kasen Carr
- Class 4 All State Track & Field
- 8th Place - 4 X 400M Relay
Theo Smith
- Class 4 All State Track & Field
- 8th Place - 4 X 400 M Relay
Braden Crowell
- Class 4 All State Track & Field
- 8th Place - 4 X 400 Relay
Peyton Brandt
- Class 4 All State Track & Field
- 8th Place - High Jump
Academic All State
Football
- Luis Serrano
- Carson Nestleroad
- Dylan Washick
- Brayden Seitz
- Camden Towles
- Kasen Carr
- Aiden Rivera
- Henry Reed
- Samuel Carr
- Oscar Hinojosa
- Adam Martinez
- Miles Young
- Logan Cole
- August Black
- Collin Umfleet
Cross Country
Girls Golf
- Harper Rhea
- Allison Goodson
- Hanna McDonald
Volleyball
- Hannah Parris
- Meredith Merriman
- Carsyn Goetz
- Brycelynn Courtois
- Addison Branch
- Peyton Brandt
- Morgan Wright
Girls Tennis
Softball
- Brilynn Doss
- Olivia Earnest
- Gianna Cavnar
- Taylor Bryan
Boys Wrestling
Baseball
- Carson Burtrum
- Miles Young
- Xavior Garcia
- Christopher Calhoun
- Dylan Washick
- Jaxon Stout
- Tucker Goetz
- Jayden Parks
- Brayden Corya
- Kaven Kellner
Boys Tennis
- Braxton Jackson
- Matthew DaSilva
Track & Field
- Cameron Ash
- Jameson Barnes
- Addison Branch
- Peyton Brandt
- Gianna Cavnar
- Isabell Coffey
- Carsyn Goetz
- Meredith Merriman
- JJ Nixon
- Hannah Parris
- Hunter Phillips
- Harper Rhea
- Aiden Rivera
- Ruby Smith
- Theo Smith
- Morgan Wright
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Approved:
- BOE Minutes
- Pay bills
- Therapy Contracts for: Jennifer Garner, Pediatric Therapy Services, and Carrie Zahn, Speech Language Pathologist
- Cronin Communication LLC 2026-2027 SY
- LL Vision Services MOU 2026-2027
- Compass Therapy Solutions, LLC
- Handbooks
- GO CAPS Sending School Contracts 2026-2027
- SW Research Center 2026-2027 MOU
- Surplus Bids
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Update on Facilities/Grounds by Dr. Mark Drake, superintendent, included:
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Central Office: Ground remediation was completed after the new parking lot area did not pass compaction testing. Concrete is expected to be poured the first week in August.
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MES: Work continues on the new driveway and parking area, with asphalt expected within two weeks. The improved traffic flow should create a smoother arrival and dismissal process. A new sidewalk is also being added near the playground for ADA accessibility.
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MECC: New cabinets were installed in the teacher lounge, and a classroom received new flooring and additional electrical power.
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MHS Painting: Classrooms in the MHS east wing and several MES classrooms were painted.
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MMS Air Conditioning: The recommended valve work is complete, and the system is operational. Testing and monitoring will continue to ensure it is functioning properly.
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Summer Projects: The maintenance team has made strong progress and will continue completing projects before teachers return.
Update on Academics by Dr. Isaac Sooter, Assistant Superintendent included:
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First Year Progress: Reviewed first-year progress toward the district’s Student Focused. Future Driven. vision and The Monett Way.
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Feedback: Shared feedback gathered from more than 20 grade-level and department teams, including strengths in collaboration, intervention systems, instructional coaching, relationships, and responsive leadership.
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Areas of Focus: Discussed continued areas of focus, including student motivation, academic stamina, self-regulation, consistent expectations, collaboration time, and student accountability.
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Curriculum Guides: Highlighted updated curriculum guides for PreK–8 ELA and math, Algebra I, and government, along with future work in science, writing, and sixth-grade ELA intervention.
- The Board also received a preview of the staff back-to-school presentation.
The Board approved the Monthly Program Evaluations (per CSIP) - Continuous School Improvement Plan:
- Board of Education Professional Development Plan (Priority 2)
- Assessment Plan Adoption (Priority 1 & 2)
- Literacy Plan Adoption (Priority 2)
- Board Governance Plan (Priority 1 & 3)
- CSIP Updates and Adoptions
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August 17: Opening Meeting for All Staff - (8:00-8:45 am Breakfast) 9:00 -11:00 am - PAC
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August 20: August Board Meeting & Facility Walkthrough
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August 25: First Day of School
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August 26: BOE Retreat
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September 8: MSBA Regional Meeting, McDonald County
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September 17: September Board Meeting
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The Board approved:
Coaching Hires
- Matthew Bahl, MHS Assistant Wrestling Coach, 2026-2027 SY
Internal Transfer:
- Madison Wright, MES Speech Language Pathologist, 2026-2027 SY
The Classified Staff list is attached.
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