Bill B. Bowen

The meeting included action on the appointment of Dr. James Carroll to the position of Superintendent and the approval of his negotiated contract. Presentations covered capital projects, a budget update, working conditions/student climate, licensed staff compensation, and midyear data for the FY23-27 Strategic Plan concerning the Early Literacy Screener (VALLSS). A discussion item addressed Policy Section G-Personnel.

The meeting commenced with procedural items, including a Call to Order, remarks by the Board Chair, a Moment of Silence, and the Pledge of Allegiance. Key discussions involved several recognitions and awards, such as the Special Recognition of the THS Field Hockey Team, Seniors of the Month, Student Service Awards, Volunteers of the Month, and presentations regarding the York Foundation for Public Education and the Virginia Department of Education Math Acceleration Grant, including an Accent on Academics presentation. Board Committee Updates were provided. Citizens provided public participation and a Public Hearing on the FY27 Operating Budget was held. Financial matters addressed included the consideration of claims certified for payment, financial reports, a resolution authorizing specific procurement, and a general motion to approve listed financial matters. The consent calendar included approvals for personnel actions, donations totaling $3,611.00, updates to the FY27 Program of Studies, and a lease agreement with the Lionsbridge Football Club. Separately, action was taken to approve minutes from a Special Meeting held on February 11, 2026. Finally, the Board discussed and approved revisions to Policy Section J-Students.

The meeting convened with a Call to Order, followed by a Closed Session to discuss the performance and discipline of a specific employee, specifically a Formal Grievance Hearing of an employee of the York County School Division, pursuant to Va. Code Section 2.2-3711 (A) (1). Following the Closed Session, the Board moved to Open Session where they approved Resolution 26-11, a Certificate of Closed Session, and addressed general recommendations.

The key discussion and action items centered on personnel matters, specifically the discussion and consideration of prospective candidates for the position of Superintendent, which took place during a Closed Session. Following the Closed Session, the Board conducted action items, which included the consideration and approval of Resolution 26-13, a Certificate of Closed Session, and the approval of subsequent recommendations.

The key discussions during this special meeting involved the notification regarding the Superintendent Second Interview Window. The Board convened in a closed session, pursuant to Va. Code Section 2.2-3711 (A) (1), for the discussion and consideration of personnel matters related to prospective candidates for the position of Superintendent. Upon moving to open session, the Board took action to approve Resolution 26-10, which served as the Certificate of Closed Session Approval.