Christine Darjean

The board discussed and approved several items, including the renewal of cyber and property insurance policies for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, the approval of the official journal bid, and a request for Branch Elementary to attend the National Beta Convention. Additionally, the board approved updated property schedule values, expenditures for the 2026-2027 budget, a surface and subsurface agreement with Ankor Oil and Gas LLC, a casualty insurance policy renewal, and various bids for the child nutrition program. The board also authorized a one-time employee incentive for Head Start for the 2025-2026 period and reviewed a sales tax report.

The board meeting focused on several fiscal and administrative matters. Key topics included a review of the general fund and special revenue budget comparison, approval of the updated property schedule of values, and consideration of the 2026-2027 budget expenditures, specifically regarding substitute employee costs, staffing adjustments, and Chromebook replacement plans. Additionally, the board approved the renewal of a surface and subsurface agreement with Anchor Oil and Gas LLC, the 2026-2027 casualty policy renewal, and various bids for the child nutrition program. The board also received an update on the Head Start program.

The meeting featured a presentation by a guest speaker from Families Helping Families regarding parental rights and child advocacy. Additional agenda items included the introduction of council members and the special education leadership team, as well as a planning session to determine topics and scheduling for future meetings.

The committee held a meeting to receive an informational update regarding the Head Start program.

The committee meeting included an update on the Head Start program and a discussion regarding student enrollment counts and attendance status.