Lamar County School District Special Called Meeting
The board addressed several key agenda items, including the approval of various personnel actions regarding resignations, transfers, and new hires. Members approved the addition of a Student Services Coordinator position to the fiscal year salary scale for Sumrall High School. The board also formally awarded the bid for student Chromebooks to Milliard Tek LLC following a reverse auction process. Finally, the board approved modifications to several district policies, with specific emphasis on updates to the Board Powers and Duties policy.
Jun 8, 2026
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The board discussed and addressed several administrative and operational matters. Key topics included policy revisions, approval of a student-parent handbook, presentation of the FY27 budget, and insurance coverage options. The board authorized multiple Memorandums of Understanding with external organizations for student support services and partnerships. Additionally, the board approved marquee sponsorship, forgiveness for missed school days due to a tornado event, background checks for summer staff, 16th section transfers, playground improvements, and bid advertisements for sanitation services. Various personnel actions, purchases, donations, and out-of-state travel requests were also reviewed and approved.
Apr 7, 2026·Board meeting
Lamar County School District Regular Meeting
The board discussed and approved several operational items, including a bid for a Distribution Firewall project, a contract extension with Chartwells Dining Services, and a Memorandum of Understanding between the University of Southern Mississippi and the district. Summer school for 2026 was authorized, and land management matters were addressed, specifically the award of agricultural leases and a rental adjustment. The superintendent provided updates on construction projects, academic testing, leadership camps, and initiatives for student clubs. Finally, revisions and updates to the district employee handbook were considered.
