Marilyn Cobb

The board rescinded all prior votes concerning the tennis courts project and approved a new resolution for the selection of MTG Engineers & Surveyors, established job order contracting as the procurement method, selected Flowers Construction as the vendor, and determined the prevailing wage rate for the project. Additionally, the board approved several personnel items, including resignations, retirements, appointments, and contract renewals for teaching staff.

The Board of Trustees held a meeting where several students were recognized for their achievements in state golf, tennis, and speech and debate competitions. Reports were received from the Athletic, Band, and Ag Booster Clubs, as well as presentations regarding student enrollment, transfers, and College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR). The Board approved the CCMR plans and deliberated on various personnel matters, including several resignations, retirements, and new appointments for teaching and administrative positions.

This College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) Plan for Atlanta Independent School District outlines measurable annual goals for improving student readiness outcomes over five school years. The plan's vision is to prepare every student for success in postsecondary education, the workforce, or military service through rigorous academics, Career and Technical Education pathways, industry-based certifications, dual credit opportunities, and individualized student support. Key strategic actions focus on enhancing academic readiness, expanding career readiness opportunities, increasing military readiness awareness, and ensuring equity and support for all student groups to close performance gaps.

The board conducted recognition ceremonies for various student groups, professionals, and a departing board member. Reports were received regarding special education services, enrollment/ADA, student transfers, and board training compliance. Financial reports were reviewed and approved, alongside the ratification of the TEKS Certification and Allotment Survey and updates to the board operating procedures. Extensive personnel actions were taken, including the approval of various resignations, retirements, and new appointments, as well as contract renewals for multiple departments. Additionally, the board passed resolutions concerning the selection of design professionals, construction procurement methods, job order contractors, and prevailing wage rates for a tennis courts project.

The board conducted an oath of office ceremony for newly elected members, followed by a closed session. The meeting resulted in the reorganization of board officer positions and the approval of various personnel actions, including staff resignations, retirements, and new appointments.