Courtney Alms

The meeting included discussion of tornado damage to Stoner Creek Elementary and West Wilson Middle schools, updates from the board attorney and insurance company, and the process of getting approval for bidding. The board also discussed FEMA reimbursement and the process for submitting necessary documents. The meeting also addressed the decision to return K-5 students to full-time traditional learning and 6-12 to remain on hybrid, and the metrics used to make these decisions. Finally, the meeting included an update on vaccinations.

Discussion of the damage from the water rising. Gratitude that there was no water damage at any of the schools. Update on vaccinations for teachers and staff. Discussion about following the same protocols with nine weeks of school left. K-7 learning camps sign ups, staffing situation, bus drivers, cafeteria food service volunteers. Border treat this weekend for strategic planning, goal setting, school operations, school budgeting, legislative implications, budget implications, esser dollars, and budget preparation.

The meeting included discussion of the portable units contract lease approval for stoner creek elementary, and the demolition process for stoner creek and west wilson. Also, the 4x4 block schedule for the next school year, and asynchronous learning day.

The meeting addressed several topics including the district transportation committee report, recommending against adjusting school start times and instead proposing a consulting firm for in-depth transportation analysis. A notable change in the code of conduct was discussed, incorporating an educational component for vaping offenses through a partnership with Drug Free Wilco. Wes Wilson Middle's rebuild project was highlighted, with the approval of their new mascot, the Warriors, and its design. Key end-of-year stats for the class of 2022 were presented, including the number of graduates, associate's degrees earned, scholarship money awarded, and Tennessee Scholars recognized.

The meeting included opening remarks from the new director of schools. The board discussed COVID-19 safety procedures and protocols, making face coverings optional for students and staff. Updates were provided on the Stoner Creek demo and Wes Wilson abatement process. Project bids for Stoner Creek Elementary were set to open soon. Summer learning camps were successful, with 862 students involved, and the state head commissioner visited Rutland. The Wilson County high school and junior fishing team was honored for their achievements and scholarship opportunities.