Lea Metcalf-McDonald

The Board meeting included several key actions and reports. Key items included the purchase of classroom furniture for multiple schools, approval of district awning repairs, and the appointment of the Superintendent to the SWAE Board of Directors. The Board reviewed the Superintendent's preliminary testing data, discussed the monthly finance report, and conducted first readings of policy changes and classified pay additions. Several service contracts were approved, including district-wide food service, grounds maintenance, and custodial services, as well as an agreement for magnet school support services. Finally, the Board held an executive session to discuss personnel matters and approved presented personnel changes.

The Board meeting included special recognitions for employees and student achievements. Key agenda items involved the approval of several service contracts, including agreements with the Texarkana Regional Arts and Humanities Council, the Arkansas Public School Unemployment Compensation Participation Agreement, the Southwest Arkansas Education Cooperative, and a three-year agreement with Hanover for research and database services. The Board also authorized professional development purchases, professional engineering services for campus construction projects, and salary supplements for district staff. Additionally, the Board reviewed superintendent reports on data and finance, discussed various institutional agreements, heard policy updates, and approved a millage bond ballot for the upcoming election. Finally, the Board appointed an ASBA delegate, selected a construction manager, and addressed personnel changes along with adjustments to the superintendent's vehicle allowance and contract term.

The board meeting included the recognition of a student as the Stand Out Razorback for the month. Financial actions included approving payments for external evaluation services, funding for roof replacement projects at AHS Auto Body and College Hill Pre-K, and the purchase of educational products from Renaissance Learning. The superintendent provided a data presentation on the Kilpatrick Academy of Public Service and reviewed the August finance report. The board also reviewed an MOU with Impact Counseling, initiated steps for a potential millage increase on the upcoming ballot, adopted the District's Facilities Master Plan and Partnership Application, and approved the 2025-2026 budget. Additionally, the board approved personnel changes and a modification to the superintendent's contract regarding vehicle allowance.

The Board meeting included the presentation and review of the annual Report to the Public.

The board meeting included several key agenda items such as the approval for the purchase of teacher coaching software, contract renewals for substitute services, and the acquisition of a scoring table for a gym facility. The Board also reviewed a data presentation regarding the Fairview Academy of Humanities and Innovation and the finance report. Furthermore, the board approved the student handbook for the upcoming school year, professional development training services, revisions to personnel policies concerning sick leave, and high-impact tutoring services. The board also reviewed the legislative audit report and conducted an executive session to address personnel matters, including the selection of the District Teacher of the Year and various employment changes, resignations, and stipends.