Susan Taylor

The board meeting featured several recognition ceremonies, including the announcement of the County Service Person of the Year, the County Counselor of the Year, and the County Teacher of the Year. Additionally, Morgantown High School was honored for its selection as a model school, and the Morgantown High School academic team was recognized for winning the West Virginia Department of Education's academic showdown for the fourth consecutive year. The board also heard public comment regarding concerns over overlapping graduation times for Morgantown High and University High schools.

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The board conducted a public hearing regarding the 2026-2027 school year calendar, noting that future scheduling would focus on aligning spring recess with local university and holiday breaks. Recognitions and school design presentations were postponed. The board approved an accounts payable addendum, a consent agenda including various service and affiliation agreements, and a new return-to-work policy. Personnel matters, including recent resignations of coaching staff, were discussed along with an update on the progress of the excess levy campaign.

The board meeting featured recognitions for the University High School Wrestling Team and the MTEC ProStart students for their recent achievements. The board reviewed and approved LSIC waivers for child nutrition at local schools, two student expulsions, and several contracts, including a Frontline Master Services Agreement and storm water improvements for Morgantown High School. Additionally, the board approved an accounts payable addendum, items from the consent agenda, and various personnel matters. The meeting also included an update on the excess levy, board member updates, and a legal session regarding pending litigation.

The Board reconvened a prior meeting and proceeded to adopt the 2026-27 levy rates. Recognitions were presented to the University High School TSA club and recipients of the 2026 Hope for the Future school-business partnership awards. An early graduation request for Morgantown High School and the Phase II kitchen renovation project were approved. Additionally, the Board handled matters related to personnel, approved various contracts and financial items, received an excess levy update, and held an executive session to discuss a student issue.