Mary Jo Boutwell

The meeting included a COVID update, discussion of the new BMS, and a district audit update regarding CARES I & II money usage. Community updates were provided, and upcoming board training was announced. Action items included the approval of a vehicle surplus and personnel packet. Financial reports and school nutrition updates were also presented.

The Decatur County Board of Education meeting included the election of the chair and vice chair, updates on community presentations, COVID-19, and the new BMS. Legislative updates covered extra bonuses and a recommended increase in the state salary scale. Action items included a resolution to amend the Election District Plan, approval of the Board Meeting Calendar for 2022, the 2022-2023 school calendar, the Superintendent Contract, personnel matters, and an out-of-town/overnight field trip.

The Decatur County Board of Education meeting included special recognitions and presentations for Young Georgia Authors Writing Winners and State Agricultural Competitions winners. Superintendent Cochran's report included updates on the FY23 Budget, the New BMS groundbreaking ceremony, the Summer GSBA Conference, and legislative updates. The board approved a one-time salary supplement and personnel, tabled the GMP for the New BMS and the Bond Amount, and approved an out-of-town/overnight field trip.

The Decatur County Board of Education met for a work session. Superintendent Cochran shared updates and informational items with the board, including a discussion on the Guaranteed Maximum Price for BMS, the impact of interest rate increases on Bond money, and the draft school wide discipline policy.

The Decatur County Board of Education held a meeting where public participation included discussions on graduation arrangements and GPA weights for class rankings. Special recognition was given to system retirees and BHS top five graduates. Superintendent Cochran reported on the FY23 budget draft, summer GSBA conference, baccalaureate, graduation, district highlights, school-wide discipline policy for the next year, public comment log, and policy review. The board also reviewed administrative services, financial matters, and school nutrition. A recommendation for the approval of personnel was made.