Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Derrick Sessor’s organization
Feb 18, 2026·StrategicPlan
Board
Comprehensive Plan 2026
This comprehensive plan aims to create environments that promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being for students and staff. It focuses on three strategic pillars: expanding access to comprehensive student health supports through initiatives like increased mental health services, anti-bullying programs, and improved nutrition; promoting student well-being through prevention and education by increasing health knowledge and reducing high-risk behaviors; and supporting staff well-being and professional wellness by providing resources, reducing stress, and fostering a healthy work environment.
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The meeting commenced with the approval of the agenda. Special presentations included the distribution of certificates in honor of School Board Member Appreciation Month, recognition for Narrows High School's high attendance percentage for January 2026, and recognition for the School Board Clerk. Several teachers and service personnel of the month were also recognized. Educational features included presentations from Macy School regarding its SCA and class activities, and from Giles Tech Center focusing on drone technology demonstrated by Aerospace and Computer Systems Technology students. The Board approved several consent items, including meeting minutes from January 15th, 2026, financial data such as payrolls and bills payment, and the January 2026 Revenue and Expenditure Reports. An appropriation request for March 2026, consistent with the fiscal year budget, was presented for consideration. A closed meeting was held to discuss personnel matters and potential litigation, following which the Board certified the closed session's topics. Under the Superintendent's Report, the Board confirmed several personnel actions, including resignations and retirements, and approved volunteer agreements and athletic contracts. Furthermore, the Board approved the winning bid for IFB 1-2026 (copy paper) and the transfer of four vehicles to the Board of Supervisors. The Superintendent concluded by congratulating numerous students for achievements in SkillsUSA, the Blue Ridge Highlands Regional Science Fair, the Southwest Virginia Governor's School Science Fair, and various athletic accomplishments at Narrows High School and Giles High School.
Feb 18, 2026·StrategicPlan
Board
Comprehensive Plan
This Comprehensive Plan aims to enhance student engagement and enrichment by fostering whole-child development and preparing students for life beyond graduation. Key areas of focus include increasing equitable access to and participation in a wide range of extracurricular, co-curricular, and enrichment opportunities. Additionally, the plan seeks to expand opportunities for students to develop leadership, contribute to their communities, and engage in meaningful experiences that strengthen their connection to school.
Jan 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Giles County School Board Regular Meeting
The meeting included the organization of the Board for 2026, where a Chairman and Vice-Chairman were elected, and appointments were made for the School Board Clerk and Deputy Clerk. Presentations recognized the GHS Theatre department for their state runner-up achievement, Giles High School as the December 2025 attendance champion, and honored the Teacher and Service Personnel of the Month across various schools. A discussion was held regarding a new comprehensive school-based mental teletherapy program from Hazel Health. Consent items approved included financial data, payrolls, bills, revenue reports, field trips, and the February 2026 appropriation request, which detailed construction appropriations for multiple schools. The Board also confirmed personnel changes, including resignations, employments, and retirements, and approved the Policy Services Agreement and Code of Conduct with VSBA. Furthermore, substitute pay rates were updated to comply with minimum wage requirements, effective January 1, 2026, and updates were provided on the pending School Messenger contract and substitute tracking system.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
