Caesar Rodney School District

The Board meeting commenced with the adoption of the agenda and the approval of prior minutes. The Board convened into Executive Session I to discuss personnel and legal matters, reconvening into open session afterward. Presentations included recognitions for recipients of the Spirit of Caesar Rodney Award and a presentation by the Star Hill Elementary Blue & Gold Club regarding student inclusion efforts. Communications covered landscaping efforts, athletic post-season advancements, high placement for the CRHS band at the ACC Championship, positive recognition for the production of Arsenic and Old Lace, successful Veterans Day events, and planning updates for the upcoming referendum scheduled for February 9th. Action items included approval of personnel matters, student travel, and gifts to schools. Policy matters involved approving several policies on their second and final reading (GBGA Staff Health, EBCB Safety Drills, EBA Building and Grounds Inspections) and initiating the first reading for others (ECC, ECD, ECBA). Fiscal matters involved accepting the Budget/Fiscal Reports. The Board did not convene into a second Executive Session and adjourned the meeting.

The meeting commenced with the adoption of the agenda and approval of prior meeting minutes. The Board convened into Executive Session I to discuss personnel and legal matters, reconvening into open session afterward. Presentations included recognitions for a staff member achieving National Board Certified Teacher Status and an overview from W.B. Simpson Elementary Student Council members regarding their processes and fundraising goals. Communications from Dr. Miklus provided updates on referendum presentations, holiday event recognition, staff awards, and strong student participation in All-State Choruses. Action items involved the acceptance of Personnel Matters, approval of Administrative Contract Renewals/Non-Renewals, ratification of revisions to the Notice of Special Election concerning the February referendum, and acceptance of a change order for Magnolia Middle School. Routine business included approval for student travel. Policy Matters involved multiple readings and approvals for Board Policy Files ECC, ECD, ECBA, KE, JII, GBK, and AC. Fiscal Matters included the acceptance of Budget/Fiscal Reports, the approval of 2025-2026 Revised Hourly Pay Rates, acceptance of the Fiscal Year 2026 Alternative Reduction Plan, and acceptance of the FY26 Final District Operating Budget. The meeting concluded after a potential Executive Session II which did not convene.

The meeting agenda included an opening segment covering the call to order, roll call, adoption of the agenda, and approval of minutes. Key discussion points involved two executive sessions, modification of the agenda, and several presentations, including one on Fifer Middle School and an update on Key Priorities. Public comment was scheduled, followed by action items concerning personnel matters. Routine business covered student travel and gifts to schools. Policy matters were extensive, addressing items such as Public Complaints, Student Concerns, Staff Concerns, and several files related to Fiscal Management Goals/Objectives and Budgeting System. Fiscal matters included review of Budget/Fiscal Reports, the Financial Position Report, and the FY26 Final District Operating Budget (Revised). The agenda concluded with discussion items, including a Leadership Report, and a second executive session before adjournment.

The meeting included recognitions for an Eagle Scout, an award for Caesar Rodney's Branding/Image Package, and the Camden-Wyoming Rotary Club. Updates were provided on Caesar Rodney High School, a 2025 data overview, and a presentation on the District's Operating and Capital Needs for a proposed 2026 referendum. The board discussed personnel matters, key priorities and goals, student travel, gifts to schools, school choice, and several board policy files. Budget/Fiscal Reports were accepted, and revised Nutrition Services Meal Prices for 2025-2026 were approved. The meeting also involved two executive sessions to discuss personnel and legal matters.

The agenda included the adoption of the agenda, an update from the Assessment Committee, and the swearing in of a new School Board Member. The board elected a President and Vice-President, appointed an Executive Secretary, and determined the date and time for regular monthly meetings. A resolution to continue policies, regulations, and practices of the former Boards of Education was adopted, and committee appointments were made. The board convened into an executive session to conduct interviews for Assistant Principal for Nellie Stokes Elementary and to discuss personnel and legal matters, and then reconvened into open session to appoint an Assistant Principal for Nellie Stokes Elementary School.