Lynn Pitts

The agenda for the meeting includes the review of the programs report for building and grounds, the presentation of the financial and fund balance reports, and the review of administrative reports from the MSBA delegate, buildings, and the superintendent. New business focuses on the adoption of several Board of Education policies and procedures, the rescinding of others, and the scheduling of the subsequent meeting.

The Board of Education conducted its reorganization meeting, involving the swearing-in of new members and the election of board officers. Key actions included the approval of the 25-26 budget amendment, the scheduling of the next meeting, and the review of financial reports including the payment of bills and fund balances. Administrative reports were presented by the MSBA delegate, buildings, and the superintendent. During the closed session, the board discussed student records, accepted a resignation, authorized various new hires for teaching positions, and conducted the annual rehire process for district employees, including transportation, food service, maintenance, custodial, secretarial, and medical staff.

The Board of Education reviewed a library and media program report and approved the payment of bills and the fund balance report. Administrative reports were presented, covering the MSBA delegate, building-level operations, and a superintendent update. In new business, the board approved retirement resolutions, health insurance renewal, and construction plans and the budget for the Pre-School, ECSE, and Counselors Office. During a closed session, the board discussed student records and personnel matters, including accepting a teacher resignation, offering tenure to several staff members, and rehiring various probationary teachers.

Key discussions and actions during the meeting included the approval of the consent agenda, which encompassed the February 2026 open regular session agenda and MSIP Goals. Financially, the Board approved the January payment of bills and the fund balance report. Administrative reports were presented covering MSBA Delegate, Building Level, and Superintendent updates. New business involved the approval of the FY26-27 School Calendar and setting the date for the March Board Meeting. During the closed session, the Board discussed student records and personnel matters, including accepting the resignations of two teachers (Tonya Wilson and Chasity Dedmon) and approving the hiring of three new staff members (Allexus Parker, Morgan Dugger, and Charles Laird).

Key discussions during the open session included the review of the FY26-27 School Calendar, the approval of the FY24-25 Single Audit, setting the tuition for the 26-27 school year at $7,500, and the approval of the MSBA 25e policy updates. The board also set the date for the February Board Meeting. During the closed session, discussions involved student records and personnel matters, including accepting the resignation of a 4th Grade Teacher and rehiring several key personnel such as the Bookkeeper, Technology Director, and multiple school principals/directors.