Kenneth Hobbs

The meeting included a recognition of the Summertown High School tennis team for their achievements, including multiple state championship titles and an undefeated record. The board discussed consent items such as field trips, volunteers, and the business report. There was a personnel report and a director's update, which mentioned the upcoming release of academic recognitions and letter grades. The director also highlighted the district's efforts to combat chronic absenteeism, including an initiative to distribute donuts to students with good attendance. The board also discussed behavioral interventions in schools and the passing of a long-time educator, Toby Dunn. Additionally, there were discussions on the budget calendar for 2627, a request for approval to add a walking track at Lyoma Elementary School, and a request from the city of Lawsburg for support in replacing lights at the baseball field.

The agenda includes recognition of the Summertown High School Tennis Team, discussion of personnel, a director's update, LCEA, Tennessee Legislative Network, and a report on the TSBA Annual Convention. Budget items for consideration include the approval of the budget calendar for the 2026-2027 school year, adding a walking track at Leoma Elementary School, a storage building at Lawrence County HS, and lighting for the City of Lawrenceburg Baseball Fields. Policy items for consideration include fiscal management goals, the annual operating budget, state and federal aid eligibility, revenues, deposit of funds, student solicitations/fundraising activities, the accounting system, audits, expenditure of funds, use of credit cards, vendor relations, student activity funds management, equivalency in staffing and instructional materials, sick leave, personal & professional leave, and bereavement leave for classified and certified staff. Other items include approval of early graduation requests and the deed to the county for land at North Brace Rd.

The meeting included the election of officers, with discussions around nominations for chairman, vice chair, and Tennessee legislative representative. Capital project updates were provided by representatives from ESG concerning the project at E Coffin, detailing progress on the second floor and addressing delays on the first floor due to repair material availability. A safety report was given, covering topics such as advanced SRO training, staffing levels, peephole installations, and the Interquest K9 program. There was also discussion of a homeland security officer and a rise in medical calls.

The meeting included recognition of character traits in students, with a student from LCHS sharing insights on the importance of listening. Updates were provided on capital projects, including the completion of the football complex and progress on the Eel Kaufman project. A public comment section addressed concerns about the new attendance policy, including its potential impact on families, inconsistencies with state mandates, and considerations for students' mental health.

The meeting included recognition of a student for character, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and roll call. A presentation was given by the Mayor, discussing the positive relationship between the city and the school system, joint projects, and future strategic planning. Updates were provided on capital projects, including the football field and sports facility, with sodding planned for the following week and progress on the building's plumbing, HVAC, electrical work, painting, and roof.