Kristina Morris

The board approved Resolution 2026-5, which authorizes the Superintendent to recruit and hire personnel for the upcoming school year. The board also reviewed and approved several personnel recommendations, including new certified and non-certified staff appointments, various employee leaves, and multiple resignations. During other business, the board discussed upcoming school musical productions and recognized various student athletes for their achievements in state tournaments.

The Board approved the second reading of a new Wireless Communication Device Policy and an Affiliation Agreement between the Warrick County School Corporation and Purdue University College of Education. Salary classifications for the maintenance department were approved, and various donations to district schools were accepted. Extensive personnel recommendations including employment, leaves, transfers, and resignations were reviewed and acted upon. Committee reports provided updates on human resources initiatives, employee training requirements, ongoing construction projects, and future technology and transportation plans.

The board meeting included recognition of the Tecumseh High School Softball Team for their accomplishments. Key policy actions included the approval of Policy 5350 regarding the prohibition of wireless devices during instructional time to ensure compliance with state law, the adoption of the 2025-2026 academic school calendar, and the approval of a bid for HVAC equipment installation at four schools. Additionally, the board approved various personnel recommendations including new support staff appointments and accepted several resignations. A promotional report regarding the upcoming district summer musical was also shared.

The meeting addressed a range of school district business including patron concerns regarding library books, the resignation of the Superintendent, and the appointment of a new Superintendent. The Board approved contracts for inflatables for school events, the kitchen/cafeteria retrofit at Boonville High School, and internet connectivity services. Additional actions included the approval of various donation requests, the voiding of stale-dated accounts payable checks, and numerous personnel recommendations including non-renewals and new hires. Furthermore, the Board reviewed reports on policy updates and discussed the district's response to the vaping epidemic.

The board meeting featured a spotlight presentation from Lynnville Elementary School regarding student achievements and community involvement. Key actions included holding a public hearing on the proposed 2025 Budget, Capital Projects Plan, and Bus Replacement Plan. The Board also approved an updated Teacher Appreciation Grant policy, a new high school course offering in Advanced Manufacturing, and multiple donation requests for school programs. Furthermore, the Board addressed various personnel recommendations, including new appointments, leaves of absence, resignations, and a retirement.