Tameka Caldwell

The Board of Education approved several staff appointments for positions including special education paraprofessionals, a building replacement teacher, an interventionist teacher, and a custodian. Additionally, the Board accepted staff resignations and approved a report on shared services.

The Board of Education meeting included the introduction of new professional and paraprofessional staff members and a presentation regarding the tentative budget for the upcoming school year. The Board conducted a review of the 504 Plan Guidance and Standard Operating Procedures Handbook. Action items approved by the Board included the adoption of the tentative budget for the 2024-2025 school year, the 504 Guidance and Standard Operating Procedures Handbook, and a revision to the board policy concerning the education of students with disabilities. Additionally, the Board appointed and administered the oath of office to a new Board member.

The Board of Education approved various personnel appointments, resignations, and leaves of absence. Additionally, the Board was presented with information regarding the newly installed school district emergency alert system and reviewed the monthly financial report.

The Board of Education discussed the tentative tax levy for 2023, including the upcoming timeline for adoption and relevant financial data. Key actions included the approval of meeting dates for the first half of 2024, selection of Blue Cross Blue Shield for insurance claims administration, authorization of a school maintenance grant application, and the approval for the solicitation of bids for transportation services. The Board also conducted a closed session regarding collective negotiations and potential litigation.

The meeting included the introduction of new professional and paraprofessional staff members and a review of the tentative budget for the upcoming school year. Planning for the eighth-grade graduation was discussed, and a retired administrator was recognized for earning a doctorate degree. The board approved the district's membership dues for the South Cooperative Organization for Public Education and authorized the tentative budget for public inspection. Additionally, the meeting addressed personnel transactions and conducted a closed session regarding litigation and specific employee matters.