Kendal Quinton

The meeting included a presentation from Burns Middle School and a report from the Superintendent regarding recent community engagement and staff recognition efforts. Discussion items covered a wide range of administrative and operational topics, including construction and renovation projects for various schools, personnel reclassifications, instructional and calendar adjustments, and technology planning. The board also reviewed independent auditor contracts, transportation and equipment bids, and held an executive session to deliberate on property acquisition, pending litigation, and personnel matters.

The Board of Education meeting included a public hearing on tax rates, followed by a report on district initiatives and student achievements, including the Umbrella Project summit, the selection of the school nurse and administrator of the year, a Soapbox Derby World Championship, and the recognition of a board member for an Honorary American FFA Degree. Financial reports were reviewed, and consent items were approved, including personnel actions, emergency certificates for teachers, field trips, and school fundraisers. Key action items included the approval of tax rates, a facility rental contract with the Cliff Hagan Boys and Girls Club, change orders for ongoing construction projects, HVAC upgrade plans, and adjustments to personnel policies regarding emergency and bereavement leave.

The Board of Education meeting covered several key administrative and operational topics. Highlights included a Good News Report celebrating school Veterans Day programs, the Superintendent's report regarding educational milestones and the significance of the Flag of Learning and Liberty, and the recognition of staff selected for the KDE United We Learn Council and schools receiving PBIS ratings. The Board reviewed and acted upon the Treasurer's Report, approved various personnel positions and leaves of absence, and authorized out-of-state field trips and school fundraisers. Additionally, the Board approved the 2023-2024 school calendar, a partnership program with the University of the Cumberlands, and various construction change orders and contracts related to middle school and high school renovations.

The Board discussed a variety of operational and educational matters, including a good news report regarding a district-wide job fair, a presentation from Sorgho Elementary School on school culture and student leadership, and an instructional report on the implementation of Principal Pods for cooperative learning. Financial approvals included the Treasurer's Report, the 2022-2023 final working budget, and payment of bills. The Board also approved consent agenda items such as leaves of absence, emergency certifications for teaching positions, school fundraisers, early graduation requests, and out-of-state field trips. Additionally, a professional services contract was awarded to SKY Engineering for HVAC renovations at three elementary schools, and extensive personnel reports covering new hires, transfers, resignations, and retirements were reviewed.

This document outlines the board meeting schedule for the 2025-2026 academic year, including board luncheons, regular board meetings, special called meetings, and board retreats. The schedule incorporates various school presentations by district schools and concludes with a superintendent evaluation.