Samuel Rontez Williams

The board received a Notice of Intent to Call an Election regarding a resolution to order and call an election for the renewal of an ad valorem tax and a sales and use tax.

The agenda for the meeting includes recognition of the Mangham High School baseball team and JAG students for their recent achievements. The board will receive a superintendent pre-evaluation form and a new policy regarding the acceptable use of artificial intelligence. Key items for consideration include the designation of the official journal, surplus sales from the maintenance department, the attendance support specialist job description, and the adoption of a resolution to call a special election for the renewal and collection of special taxes. Monthly reports regarding personnel actions, school lunch programs, sales tax receipts, and general fund financials will also be presented.

This document outlines the Pupil Progression Plan for Richland Parish School Board, established in compliance with Louisiana state law. The plan focuses on student performance and mastery of grade-appropriate skills, primarily leveraging the Louisiana Educational Assessment Program (LEAP) for promotion and placement decisions. Key areas addressed include placement of students in kindergarten, first grade, and as transfer students; promotion and retention policies for grades K-7 and eighth grade, including high school considerations; various support mechanisms for students, such as academic support plans and summer remediation; literacy support standards; course choice guidelines; and policies for specific student populations like those with disabilities and English learners. The plan also details alternative education placements and due process procedures related to student placement and promotion.

The board recognized the Student of the Month, Employee of the Month, and Parish Bus Driver of the Year. Actions taken included approving a partnership agreement with Third Future Schools, authorizing grade reconfiguration for Delhi schools, and approving service agreements with NOLA Education for Star Academy programs. The board also approved the 2026-2027 school and 12-month calendars and rescheduled the upcoming May meeting. Additionally, the board received monthly financial and personnel reports.

The board meeting included recognitions for the Student of the Month, the Employee of the Month, and an award-winning student artist. The agenda involved receiving reports from the Special Education Supervisor and the Social Media Committee regarding artificial intelligence usage policies. Administrative actions included the adoption of a resolution to withdraw funds from the Education Excellence Fund, the potential exit from a management agreement with Third Future Schools, Inc., and the consideration of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Recovery School District. Additionally, the board received various monthly reports covering personnel actions, school lunch data, sales tax receipts, and general fund financials, as well as information on upcoming district events.