Oreata Banks

The committee discussed the renewal of school board taxes and a potential parish-wide sales tax increase. Legal counsel provided information regarding these fiscal matters.

This document outlines the Webster Parish School Board's commitment to providing a world-class education. Its vision is to prepare students to contribute positively to the global community by nurturing creativity, collaboration, communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking to foster college and career readiness. The mission is to develop lifelong learners and responsible citizens through innovative professional staff and community partnerships, ensuring learning experiences that promote the happiness and success of each child. Core values include Collaboration, Respect, Creativity, High Expectations, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Communication, Innovation, and Integrity.

This document outlines the Local Literacy Plan for J.A. Phillips Elementary for the 2024-2025 academic year. The plan's vision is to provide all students with opportunities to develop reading, writing, and speaking skills to become lifelong readers, supported by a mission to deliver high-quality Tier I curricula and ongoing professional development for educators. Key goals include improving student literacy outcomes, ensuring all teachers are trained in the Science of Reading, and fostering overall student literacy potential. The plan is built upon a foundation of equity, focusing on explicit instruction, interventions, professional growth, family engagement, alignment with other school initiatives, and a comprehensive communication strategy.

This document outlines Louisiana's "Math Refresh" initiative, a strategic approach focused on learning acceleration for all students. Core goals include ensuring students achieve mastery on 3rd and 8th-grade assessments, graduating on time with college and career credentials, and being eligible for TOPS awards. The strategy is built on three pillars: ensuring coherence and quality in educational components, building trust with stakeholders through ongoing support and collaboration, and facilitating strategic partnerships. Key approaches involve providing high-quality, grade-level core math instruction with timely, proactive interventions, continuous professional development for teachers, and active engagement from families and communities. The plan emphasizes forward movement in learning by addressing unfinished concepts "just in time" and aligning all math instruction to core learning objectives.

The board meeting addressed various administrative and operational matters. Key topics included a presentation honoring an employee of the month, a proposal to rename a gymnasium, and an application for early childhood education seats. The board reviewed and approved several facility maintenance and repair projects across multiple campuses, including roofing repairs, gym floor refinishing, and HVAC emergency work. Additionally, the board approved an RFP for waste management services, authorized personnel travel, reviewed job descriptions, and discussed a potential lawsuit in executive session.