Platisha Ford

This document is a needs assessment for Jackson County Schools, designed to inform strategic planning and resource allocation for ESSER 3.0 funds. It identifies critical needs and outlines key investment priorities across four main areas: Academics, Student Readiness, Educators, and Foundational Elements. The plan aims to enhance instructional quality, provide targeted student support, strengthen the teaching workforce, and upgrade technology and facilities to address pandemic-exacerbated challenges and accelerate student achievement.

The Jackson County Board of Education convened to discuss several key items, including the final Change Order for the Jackson County Schools Safe Entrance Projects. The board reviewed and awarded bids for the GES/JCMS Painting Projects and the JCMS Security Fence Project. They also approved overnight trips for the JCHS Technology Student Association and the JCHS Girls and Boys Basketball Teams. Additionally, School Board Members reviewed Director Evaluation Scores and Maintenance Supervisor gave updates on projects. Principals gave updates on school activities and upcoming events. The Director's Report included ESSER Updates, approval of the 2024-2025 Rehire List, and acceptance of resignation and retirement letters.

The meeting addressed several key issues, including the adoption of the agenda, and updates on various projects were provided by the Maintenance Supervisor. Principals also shared updates on school activities and upcoming events. The Director's Report included ESSER updates, new hires, resignations, and approved retirements. Additionally, the board discussed and approved a resolution for restricted, designated, and committed funds for the upcoming school year, as well as the Math Adoption with Publisher SAVVAS and the Summer School Calendar. Tenure was granted to two teachers, and the School Support Organization's Financial Report was reviewed. Fundraisers for the DBS AG Club and the Band Booster were approved, along with an overnight trip for the Jackson County Band.

The meeting included discussions and approvals on various topics, such as bus contracts for the 2022-2023 school year, an overnight trip for JCMS Beta Club, and several fundraisers for different school organizations. Financial reports from multiple School Support Organizations were reviewed and approved. Updates were provided on ESSER projects, including a roof project progress report and the arrival of ESSER-funded buses. The board also accepted resignations, hired a new teacher, and approved a new substitute.

The meeting addressed several key areas, including updates on various projects and school activities. The board approved the Local Agriculture Products Compliance Plan and the Agreement to Administer the School Nutrition Program for Local Education Agencies for the 2023-24 school year. They also approved an agreement with Interquest Detection Canines for the upcoming school year. Additionally, a trip for the Jackson County Choir was approved, and a non-paid coach was approved for JCHS Football, pending paperwork. The Director's Report included ESSER updates, approval of the Hiring List for 2023-24, new hires, and accepted resignations and a retirement.