Kevin Deck

The board discussed a preliminary salary report prepared by LeanFrog, highlighting the study's scope in evaluating compensation across all employee groups compared to peer districts. Key findings included initial salary competitiveness that wanes over time, structural issues with current salary schedules, and the impact of the local cost of living on staff recruitment and retention. Additionally, the board explored the reasons for discrepancies in federal funding allocations compared to other districts and discussed potential future focus areas for salary adjustments.

This public plan outlines Williamson County Schools' strategy for utilizing federal COVID-19 assistance funds (ESSER) to accelerate student achievement. The plan focuses on strategic investments across four key areas: Studies (academics), Student Preparation, Educators, and Fundamentals. Key initiatives include enhancing tutoring programs, early literacy, mental health support, and investing in technological infrastructure. The overall objective is to ensure that research-based investments are made to support student development and prosperity, aligning with the 'Best For All' departmental strategy.

This document presents Williamson County Schools' (WCS) proposal for utilizing approximately $5 million in Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) 3.0 funds. The plan outlines four primary spending categories: academics, student readiness for learning, educator workforce, and foundational infrastructure. A minimum of 20% of the funds must address learning loss, which WCS has identified in areas such as content gaps, increased intervention needs in reading and math, and a rise in mental health referrals. Key priorities include adding interventionists, mental health professionals, and providing stipends for digital learning leaders. The purpose is to gather stakeholder input on these proposed uses to address the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on students and school operations.

This document is an annual accountability report, mandated by the Tennessee Investment in Student Achievement (TISA) funding formula, for Williamson County Schools. The report outlines strategic goals focused on student achievement, including increasing 3rd grade ELA proficiency to 72% by 2024, achieving 35% of Grade 9-12 students meeting or exceeding expectations in Algebra I by 2024, and increasing the Ready Graduate score by 2% through 2025. It also details the district's budget allocation to achieve these goals and outlines plans for public review and comment.

This document serves as an addendum to the ESSER 3.0 Public Plan, outlining the strategic allocation of remaining Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) 3.0 funds. The plan focuses on accelerating academic performance through interventionists in reading and mathematics, supporting student readiness by addressing mental health needs, and strengthening foundational elements like grant oversight and technology integration. It emphasizes continuous monitoring, auditing, and robust family and community engagement. The plan details how 88% of ESSER 3.0 funds are dedicated to direct services for students, aligning with the district's needs assessment and commitment to transparency and stakeholder involvement.