Barbour County School District

The agenda includes recognitions for students and staff, and reports on PRO officer updates and active shooter rapid evacuation exercises. Financial business includes the approval of payroll, payment of bills, travel reimbursements, and utility/copier expenses. The board will review fundraising requests, change orders for the CTE addition/renovation project, and a therapy services contract for the upcoming school year. Personnel actions involve reviewing resignations and approving various employee assignments, including teaching, administrative, support, and extra-curricular positions for the 2026-2027 school year.

The board meeting agenda focuses on facilities and maintenance recommendations for the old gym at Philip Barbour High School, including the award of bids for floor removal and asbestos abatement, bleacher removal, the installation of a new gym floor, new bleachers, scoreboards, wall padding, backboards, lighting, and painting. Additionally, the agenda includes a recommendation for a paint booth for the CTC remodel and the acceptance of a principal's resignation at Belington Middle School.

The board meeting included several key agenda items such as the recognition of various Teachers of the Year and student achievements. The board reviewed and approved the March 2026 financial report, budget adjustments, regular payroll, and the payment of various bills and travel reimbursements. Discussion and approval were conducted regarding fundraising activity requests, chaperone assignments for the high school prom, and curricular trips. Furthermore, the board addressed changes to the 2025-2026 school calendar, building and grounds use requests, personnel matters including resignations, employment assignments for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years, staff reductions in force, and the elimination of several professional and service positions. Finally, the board conducted an executive session to discuss personnel and reviewed the FY25 audited financial statements.

The board will convene for a work session focused on the performance evaluation of the superintendent.

The board conducted a hearing regarding the 2026-2027 school calendar and reviewed an attendance and enrollment report. Financial approvals included the regular payroll, various bills, utility and copier expenses, and travel reimbursements. Personnel actions covered resignations, employment, and the authorization for bus operator training. The board also addressed usage requests for school buildings and grounds, confirmed several fundraising activities, approved curricular trips, and authorized a contract with GeoComm School Safety. A motion concerning the off-site location for the Philip Barbour High School prom was tabled for future consideration by the full board.