RJ Greger

The work session focused on reviewing several school board policies and financial planning. Key topics included the potential implementation of part-time enrollment options for nonpublic students, revisions to board member compensation and benefit reimbursement policies, and amendments to resignation procedures for staff. Additionally, the board discussed capital improvement projects, including HVAC and roof replacements, as well as preliminary budget considerations for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, such as salary adjustments and rising health insurance costs.

The board meeting included several key actions and discussions, such as the recognition of the Nottoway High School as a designated community school, the approval of field trip requests, and the admission of a tuition-paying non-district student. Action items included the second reading of school board member compensation policies, approval of GSSV slots, adoption of the FY27 budget, and a resolution for a local sales tax referendum. The board also held a first reading on a policy regarding the admission of nonpublic students for part-time enrollment, received informational reports on various educational agencies, and conducted a closed meeting to discuss personnel appointments and student disciplinary matters.

The joint work session focused on 2026-2027 budget updates, covering topics such as NCPS progress, state reports, local composite index, rebenchmarking, revenues, general assembly updates, expenditures, per-pupil funds, required local matches, at-risk funding, compensation supplements, and food service financials. Additionally, the boards discussed capital improvements, specifically HVAC replacement at the school, and expressed interest in a joint resolution to support a local sales tax referendum.

The board conducted an annual reorganization including the election of a chairperson and vice-chairperson, and appointments of the Clerk and Deputy Clerk. The meeting included awards and recognitions, a budget hearing for the upcoming fiscal year, and the appointment of board members to various joint boards and committees such as the Governor's School Joint Board, Career Technical Center Joint Board, and Special Education Advisory Committee. The board adopted a code of conduct, renewed a policy contract, approved a grant and budget adjustment, and authorized a revision to the school calendar. A closed meeting was held to deliberate on personnel appointments and resignations, followed by the approval of the Superintendent's personnel agenda in open session.

The board conducted a work session which included the collective processing of the school board self-evaluation document.