As a convenience to students and parents, KidsPeace will set up an office at Parkland High School to serve young people in need of outpatient mental health counseling and services.

At the Nov. 19 meeting, the school board authorized an agreement with KidsPeace for the use of district space.

Assistant Superintendent Dr. Rod Troutman said the service will be a help to students who may have trouble getting to the KidsPeace campus.

It comes at no cost to the district. KidsPeace receives payment from the insurance coverage of students and their parents.

In other matters, the board accepted the resignation of Louise Fick, supervisor of special education, who is retiring effective June 30, 2014, after 36 years in education.

District Superintendent Richard Sniscak commented on Fick's contributions.

"Louise has been such an asset to the children in this community," Sniscak said. "She was instrumental in raising the standards of the special ed department."

Board member Roberta Marcus added her thoughts.

"The Parkland special education department is the envy of others," Marcus said. "You put our kids first."

The board also accepted the resignation of Lynette Smith, Ironton Elementary School principal, who is retiring after 36 years in education, effective at the end of the 2013-14 school year.

Board President Jayne Bartlett addressed Smith.

"You have been a role model for the other principals," Bartlett said.

Sniscak said Smith greets the Ironton students personally when they arrive in the morning and says good-bye to them as they leave at the end of the school day.

"I don't know anyone who's more compassionate and caring for students in her school," Sniscak said.

Board member Jef Reyburn recognized the accomplishments of those who serve for many years.

"You all leave a legacy," Reyburn said. "You leave footprints for your colleagues."