Ross Ference

This document presents the strategic improvement plan for RSD Board of Education, outlining a roadmap for continuous improvement processes from 2023 to 2028.

The special meeting of the Ringgold Board of School Directors was convened for student discipline matters.

The Ringgold School District's updated Comprehensive Plan focuses on driving growth and enhancing student achievement by aligning with the District's Strategic Plan, which emphasizes Student Experience, Employee Experience, Family & Community Experience, and Organizational Excellence. The plan prioritizes curriculum, instruction, and assessment, aligning academic standards across all grade levels using the Understanding by Design (UbD) framework. It aims to foster an environment where each student can thrive academically and personally, supported by collaboration among educators, administrators, community members, and school board representatives.

The board meeting covered various topics, including a review of the parameters of the program act 33 and act 34, volunteer guidelines, staffing, and training. Discussion included the expansion of a district-wide program, and updates on acts 24, 15114, and 168. Reports were given on the high school hosting Joe Clim, who spoke to students about growth mindset; scholarship opportunities for seniors; and an educational series called Kai and Kate focused on emotional wellness. Legal updates were provided regarding school board hearings and the Moms of Liberty federal case. Public comments included concerns about Palmer Park fields, a recent football game incident, and a student assault. The board also addressed policy revisions, the treasurer's report, payment of bills, approval of a prom venue, the appointment of special counsel, and an agreement with A Energy. Finally, personnel resignations were discussed.

The board meeting focused on the election of officers, including the president, first vice president, and second vice president. Discussion also covered the appointment of representatives for various positions, including a one-year representative for M Valley Career and a solicitor. Meeting dates and times for the upcoming year were reviewed and adjusted, with consideration given to the timing of holidays and the need for sufficient time between meetings for budget purposes. The board also discussed whether to continue holding committee of the whole meetings before regular meetings and whether to add an additional meeting per month. Finally, a high school teacher's nomination for Teacher of the Month was announced and celebrated.