Susan Kilby

The meeting included discussions on construction management services for a new building, an IT service contract, and personnel recommendations. A detailed financial update was provided, highlighting concerns regarding a drop in Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) student enrollment, resulting in revenue losses. The board reviewed instructional staffing levels across various schools, addressing overstaffing and vacancies, as well as the fiscal impact of hurricane damages and ongoing FEMA reimbursement processes. Recommendations were made to halt unnecessary spending, address vacancies, and consider future class combinations due to declining enrollment.

The board discussed the purchase of a John Deere 1200A bunker and field rake to maintain school baseball and softball fields, as the previous equipment was outdated. Additionally, the board approved the installation of a card access system for the high school gym, utilizing a safety grant, to enhance security and improve access management.

The board discussed ongoing virtual learning operations during the pandemic, including the distribution of student learning packets, the use of consumables for core curriculum, and efforts to provide meals to students. Concerns were raised regarding the workload for parents and students, with the board emphasizing the need for compassion, grace, and flexibility in expectations. The board also reviewed the meeting schedule for the remainder of the month and emphasized the importance of documenting expenses related to extended staff hours.

This document outlines the Human Resource Leadership Development Plan for the Taylor County School District, developed in response to the William Cecil Golden Professional Development Program for School Leaders (F.S.1012.986). The plan aims to provide quality leadership by enhancing the principal's role as an instructional leader and building capacity for pre-service and in-service professional development. Its vision is to produce high-performing leaders capable of improving schools and increasing student achievement. Key components include recruiting, selecting, and developing leaders at all levels (teacher leaders, assistant principals, and principals) through a system aligned with the Florida Principal Leadership Standards, covering areas such as Instructional Leadership, Managing the Learning Environment, Learning, Accountability, Assessment, Operational Leadership, and School Leadership.

This Schoolwide Improvement Plan for Taylor County High School outlines the school's strategy for the 2025-2026 academic year. It encompasses school information including mission, vision, leadership, and demographics; needs assessment and data review; planning for improvement; fostering a positive learning environment; and managing budget to support areas of focus, alongside compliance with federal programs such as Title I and ESEA. The plan aims to enable all students to achieve college and career success and become productive citizens through rigorous academic programs and community partnerships.