Jim Alred

The meeting featured the approval of personnel recommendations for the 2023-2024 school year and a presentation on ESPLOST V receipts, which exceeded projected expectations. A spotlight presentation showcased activities and programs at Rome Middle School. Additionally, the Superintendent provided updates regarding upcoming school retreats, pre-planning schedules, and meet-the-teacher events. A multi-tiered safety pyramid plan was introduced for school security, and the board approved various school fundraiser requests for the remainder of the year.

The agenda focuses on financial and operational updates, including the Superintendent's reports on attendance, personnel, and student achievement initiatives at various academies. Key business items include the first reading and public hearing for the proposed fiscal year 2023 budget, the five-year strategic plan for fiscal years 2023-2027, and revisions to several board policies regarding executive sessions, administrative records, budget preparation, purchasing, and graduation requirements. Additionally, the board will review a scholarship report and amend the local board training plan for the 2021-2022 period.

This document outlines a comprehensive needs assessment for Rome Middle School, focusing on the period 2024-2025. It details the planning and preparation, including the identification of the assessment team and stakeholders. The core of the assessment involves data collection and analysis of the school's coherent instructional system, evaluating existing trends and patterns against Georgia School Performance Standards for curriculum, instruction, and assessment to identify specific instructional needs.

The board meeting included a discussion regarding the bonds and the total package for Rome Middle School, as well as an announcement regarding the upcoming Rome City Schools Contract Signing Day celebration. Additionally, the board held an executive session for personnel discussions and unanimously approved personnel recommendations for the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 school years.

The Board meeting included public recognition of employees and students of the month and School Board Appreciation Month. Discussion topics included an attendance report, the approval of personnel recommendations, an update on ESPLOST V receipts, and a spotlight presentation on East Central Elementary School. Additionally, the Board reviewed and approved the 2023-2024 school calendar, board norms, protocols, and procedures, a revision to the 5-year strategic plan, and the selection of a contractor for the East Central Elementary School addition. The Board also reviewed the district's budget calendar and appointed delegates for an upcoming assembly.