Sarah Dunlap

The board meeting covered several key administrative and operational items. Discussions included the successful implementation of a summer feeding program, improvements in chronic absenteeism and average daily attendance rates, and a review of district student enrollment trends. The board received updates on the Duvall building project progress, including planned facilities such as the gymnasium, playground, and basketball court. Additionally, the board recognized the graduation ceremony proceedings and noted a positive financial audit report. Staff training activities were highlighted, and the board discussed scheduling future meetings for the upcoming school year.

The board meeting addressed several administrative and operational topics, including the approval of a new dental vision provider, Bento, and the revision of five policies regarding acceptable social media use for students and staff. The board authorized payment of bills, approved various financial transfers for year-end budgetary adjustments, and reviewed personnel items. A significant update was provided regarding the transition of kindergarten through second-grade classrooms away from one-to-one electronic devices toward more teacher-led, hands-on instruction to improve academic and social development. Additionally, progress updates on the Duvall construction project were shared, and board members discussed the potential for future off-site meetings to engage with the community regarding the Hearts building.

This document outlines the wellness goals and action steps for Lincoln County Schools for the 2025-2026 academic year. The plan focuses on four key areas: providing engaging nutrition education, actively promoting healthy food and beverage choices, encouraging daily physical activity for all students, and offering opportunities for students, parents, and the community to engage in wellness initiatives. It specifies action steps and measurement criteria for each goal, aiming to foster lifelong wellness habits and community engagement.

The committee reviewed federal and state policies for the Local School Wellness Policy, including requirements for nutrition education, promotion, and physical activity. The meeting focused on establishing wellness goals and action steps for the 2025-2026 school year, covering areas such as nutrition education, nutrition promotion, physical education, and school-based wellness activities. The committee also discussed potential employee wellness initiatives and planned for future assessments using the School Health Index and WellSAT.

The committee reviewed the 2025-2026 wellness goals and action steps, covering nutrition education, nutrition promotion, physical education, and school-based activities. Key discussion topics included participation in federal grant programs, monitoring of food service compliance, collaboration with community partners, and the documentation of student physical activity and fitness benchmarks. Additionally, the committee discussed the establishment of employee wellness initiatives, including participation challenges and rewards, and planned for the assessment of the School Health Index and WellSAT at the upcoming meeting.