Bryan Ard

This document outlines the District Strategic Plan for Spartanburg School District Four, designed to guide programs and initiatives from 2025 to 2030. Developed through a collaborative committee process, the plan is based on a comprehensive needs assessment including demographic studies, student achievement data, and survey results. It establishes goals, strategies, and action plans focused on three key areas: Student Achievement, Teacher/Administrator Quality, and School Climate.

The regular board meeting included the administration of the Oath of Office to newly elected/re-elected members, followed by the unanimous approval of the Board Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary. Key discussions included the presentation of an unmodified ("clean") audit report from the accounting firm. Instructional reports covered upcoming Professional Development (PADEPP) conferences, teacher evaluation cycles, the next Induction class focus, and the process for collecting letters of intent for the upcoming school year. Updates were provided on personnel hiring plans related to the new Woodruff Intermediate School. School reports detailed student achievements, including SC Ready Perfect Score awards, charitable donations, and reading challenges. Furthermore, reports covered i-Ready assessment data review, the Read to Succeed retention implications, and planning for the 2026-2027 school year preregistration. The Facilities section confirmed punch list work completion for the New WHS and discussed ongoing bond projects. The Superintendent reported on the personnel timeline and reminded the board of the upcoming SCSBA annual conference. Board actions included the approval of significant road improvement projects funded by SCDOT and the approval of district administrators for the 2026-2027 school year.

The District 4 Board of Trustees convened for a regular meeting, during which reports were presented from Woodruff Primary School, Woodruff Elementary School, Woodruff Middle School, and Woodruff High School, covering various events, activities, and updates. Instructional reports were given on teacher evaluations, recruitment fairs, parent conferences, special education, nursing, mental health, multi-lingual learners, and federal programs. The board approved several policies, the 2026-2027 school calendar, the Model State Procurement Code and Regulations, storm drainage and water line easements, and the appointment of a new principal for Woodruff Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year.

This document outlines Spartanburg District Four's participation in the federally funded Title I program, which aims to improve teaching and student achievement. Key components include fostering parent and community involvement through various channels such as School Improvement Council meetings, parent conferences, PTO events, and surveys. A central element is the development of school-parent compacts, which are agreements between parents and teachers to ensure students meet grade-level standards. Title I funds are utilized for initiatives like class size reduction, reading interventions, a literacy coach, 3K classes, and professional development, all designed to enhance educational opportunities and support student success.

The District 4 Board meeting included reports from Woodruff Primary School, Woodruff Elementary School, Woodruff Middle School, and Woodruff High School, covering events, enrollment, and activities. Instructional reports addressed topics such as induction programs, personnel recruitment, parent conferences, special education, nursing, mental health services, multi-lingual learners, and federal programs. The meeting also covered facilities updates, including BAN 2025 projects, new school tours, and training sessions. The Superintendent's report included information on upcoming conferences, the open house for the new Woodruff High School, and the Spartanburg Oversight Committee meeting. Policies related to board membership, meetings, staff compensation, student absences, and the use of lifesaving medications were presented as information.