Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Cynthia Gatson’s organization
Aug 10, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Union Parish School Board Regular Board Meeting
The board agenda included the approval of financial statements, the Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire for the upcoming audit, and updates to the salary schedule stipends. The board also received and discussed the upcoming annual operating budget and debated a potential change to the employee pay cycle. Travel was approved for the high school FFA students to attend a national convention, with a monetary donation authorized for expenses, as well as travel for the marching band to a competition. Additionally, the superintendent shared district updates regarding professional development and school events, and the board held an executive session to discuss pending litigation.
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The board meeting included the recognition of schools as a National Beta District of Distinction and reports on student travel. Key approvals covered the Sales Tax Collections, the LSU AgCenter Co-operative Extension 4-H Youth Development Program, gasoline and diesel bids, a correction to the superintendent's contract, and donations for cheerleading equipment and high school band uniforms. Additionally, the board approved the implementation of Shared Services and MFP for the Downsville Community Charter School. An executive session was conducted to discuss legal matters concerning property, resulting in a resolution to reserve the right to enforce the board's covenant.
Jun 25, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Union Parish School Board Special Board Meeting
The board approved a land swap agreement for property on School Board Road and accepted a bid for district-wide pest control services. A new board member was appointed and sworn in to fill a vacancy for District Six. Additionally, the board adopted a two-year contract for the new Superintendent, which includes performance improvement targets, and confirmed the employment of a Superintendent designee.
Jun 16, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Union Parish School Board Special Board Meeting
The board conducted interviews for the position of Superintendent of Schools with three qualified candidates. Following an executive session to discuss the professional competency of the candidates, the board cast ballots and selected Karen Ray as the new Superintendent of Union Parish Schools, contingent upon the successful negotiation of her contract.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
