Pamela Beach

The meeting included discussions and actions related to academic reports, district strategic plans, and academic goals. The board approved the use of a Facsimile Signature for checks and school documents, appointed Mrs. Brandie Williams as EX-Officio Financial Secretary, and approved policy updates and student handbooks. Additionally, the board approved the State Partnership Project for TMS Systems Replacement, Construction Management services, architectural services, and gave permission for painting at TES and THS. The superintendent was also granted permission to purchase Property Insurance from a new state program. The meeting also included shout-outs to students and staff for their achievements, as well as updates on enrollment, athletic sales, legal transfers, discipline data, legislative matters, and personnel positions.

The meeting included discussions on various topics, such as a presentation on vaping education by DHS, a grant written by Mrs. Williams for Ruby Payne poverty training for professional development, an offer of $34,000 for cell phone pouches, and the need for structure in middle school transitions. The board also approved a 1.5% Christmas bonus.

The vision of Trumann High School is to prepare students to be life-long problem solvers who positively impact the world. The plan focuses on improving graduation and attendance rates through exit conferences, career planning, goal setting, and engaging opportunities. It aims to maintain on-time credits and academic growth by communicating student performance and focusing on long-term college and career goals. Additionally, the plan includes increasing ACT scores through online curriculum and test-taking strategies, monitoring STAR Reading and Math scores, and offering supports for students needing intervention.

The Trumann School District held a meeting to discuss various topics, including federal programs, state categorical funding, technology initiatives, the preschool program, gifted and talented programs, special education services, and curriculum initiatives. The meeting covered the use of federal funds for instructional facilitators, paraprofessionals, technology, and parent engagement activities. State categorical funds support programs at all campuses, professional development, and services for English Language Learners and alternative learning environments. Discussions also included facilities updates, transportation, technology, and food services.

The meeting included discussions and actions related to the district's strategic plan, academic goals, and an expulsion hearing. The board approved Chromebook and Trumann PreK Handbooks for SY26, the transfer of funds into the building fund for future projects, afterschool and summer school programs for 2025-2026, a licensed salary schedule revision for SY26, and school choice requests. They also elected to participate in CEP for SY26, approved an offer to Chartwells as Trumann's FSMC, and approved a revised Statement of Work with NIET. The meeting also recognized students and staff for their achievements. The board entered and returned from executive session to discuss personnel matters and approved hiring recommendations.