Susan M Arthur

The meeting included the election of the 2026 Chair and Vice Chair, resulting in Mr. David Phillips serving as Chair and Mrs. Karen Tanner as Vice Chair. The board unanimously appointed Michelle Mcclanahan as Clerk and Tracie Dobyns as Deputy Clerk for 2026. Committee appointments were approved for several joint committees and advisory boards. The board established its monthly meeting schedule for 2026, including exceptions for March, April, and October meetings. Financial actions included the approval of bills from several dates in November and December 2025, acceptance of numerous donations totaling $87,050.00 for various school programs and student needs, and approval of Supplemental Appropriations #15 and #16, primarily covering these donations. The board also approved non-resident tuition applications, designated Dr. Amy Hale as the Superintendent's alternate designee, approved the personnel report, and accepted the 2026-2027 student academic calendar. A contentious vote was taken to approve an easement request for emergency services while delaying a property transfer vote for an animal shelter. Information items included a reminder for the State and Local Statement of Economic Interests filing deadline and an update on student support services.

This Multi-year School Support Plan outlines a systemic, research-based approach to school improvement for Leesville Road Elementary School, focusing on a four-step process: current state analysis, planning and prioritization, implementation and monitoring, and progress reporting. The plan details required and suggested planning year activities, including needs assessment, resource equity identification, student outcome monitoring, stakeholder engagement, external provider review, staffing model evaluation, instructional program selection, and professional development. The overarching goal is to achieve 100% academic achievement or growth in reading, math, and science for students in Grades 3-5 by May 2028.

This document outlines a systemic Multi-year School Support Plan designed to improve student outcomes through a redesigned statewide approach to school improvement. The plan focuses on a four-step process: current state analysis, planning and prioritization, implementation and monitoring, and progress reporting. Key components include conducting needs assessments, addressing resource inequities, monitoring student outcomes, engaging stakeholders, and utilizing evidence-based interventions. Specifically for Altavista Combined School, the plan aims to significantly increase reading and math proficiency for students with disabilities by the 2027-2028 school year.

This document outlines Altavista Elementary School's Multi-year School Support Plan, detailing a comprehensive and systemic approach to school improvement. It emphasizes a four-step process: current state analysis, planning and prioritization, implementation and monitoring, and progress reporting, designed to address root causes and leverage assets for sustained improvement. Key priorities include conducting needs assessments, identifying resource inequities, monitoring student outcomes across all indicators, and engaging stakeholders. The plan establishes specific goals for increasing Reading and Math SOL proficiency and growth, particularly for Students with Disabilities, through the consistent application of evidence-based strategies, Tier I instruction, and targeted interventions.

The board meeting included presentations on the Aspire Program and a County Easement Request, with the latter scheduled to return as an action item in January 2026. Several citizens addressed the board regarding the Brookville High School (BHS)/Virginia High School League (VHSL) matter. Financial actions included the approval of numerous bill payments from the school operating budget, food service fund, and payroll charges. The board accepted several donations totaling $19,590.00, approved four Requests for Supplemental Appropriations (#11-14), approved a listing of non-resident tuition applications, accepted the personnel report, and approved religious exemptions for several students. Information items covered the State and local Statement of Economic Interests and the 2026-2027 draft academic calendar proposal. The Superintendent provided updates, recognized the Chairman's final meeting, and noted the upcoming joint board meeting. Board members offered congratulations on school accreditations, recognized various community support, and extended condolences.