Beth Phillips

The board recognized schools designated as PBIS Model Schools and winners of the state school bus rodeo. A presentation provided updates on Central Elementary's status as a CSI School, including demographic data and improvement strategies. Personnel actions including resignations and various employment transfers for teaching, custodial, and bus operating positions were approved. The board authorized payment of bills, approved NEOLA Policy updates, and a Memorandum of Understanding with Marshall University. Permission was granted to seek bids for multiple projects including blacktop work and various contracted services. Budget revisions for the fiscal year were approved. A report was presented regarding a tax exoneration issue involving Expand Energy. The board also reviewed the district strategic plan and the results of a board self-appraisal.

The Board conducted elections for the roles of President and Vice President, confirming both for two-year terms. Appointments for various board committees were finalized. The Board authorized the Superintendent to procure essential instructional materials, textbooks, furniture, and equipment for the school year. Additionally, budget revisions for the fiscal year were approved, along with the authorization of payments for general fund bills. Personnel actions were also addressed, including the processing of resignations, new employments, staff transfers, and updates to the preferred recall list.

The meeting focused on personnel matters, including several resignations from teaching, coaching, and custodial positions. The Board addressed various employment and transfer recommendations for teaching, administrative, bus operation, and support staff, as well as the appointment of numerous athletic coaches and advisors for the upcoming school year. Additionally, the Board discussed the rescission of a previously approved staff transfer and authorized the posting of an interim Director of Special Services position.

The meeting focused on personnel matters including the resignation of a teacher at Central Elementary School and various employment and transfer actions for custodial, aide, and coaching positions. Additionally, the Board reviewed a recommendation for an unpaid suspension of service personnel and granted permission to post several new positions, including third-grade interventionists and specialized teaching and aide roles for the upcoming school year. The agenda also included the approval of volunteers for Central Elementary.

The board participated in a workshop session focused on reviewing multiple construction projects. Key topics included the Natatorium Project floor plans and contract details, structural and electrical issues at the current board building, the septic project at Cameron Elementary, final work completion at Washington Lands Elementary, and the status of the new Sand Hill School building, including the removal of the modular unit and the timeline for completion. The meeting concluded with a tour of the new Sand Hill School building.