Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Thomas Smitherman’s organization
Sep 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Blount County Board of Education Regular Meeting and Second Public Budget Hearing Minutes
The meeting encompassed several key administrative and financial topics. The Board reviewed and approved the payroll, received an annual attendance report, and conducted a second public hearing regarding the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year. New business items included the formal approval of the annual budget, bid renewals, various resolutions, and the authorization of agreements and contracts, including those for school technology coaches and student programs. Additionally, the Board addressed personnel matters such as resignations, retirements, transfers, leaves of absence, and the employment of support personnel and substitutes, while also approving 2026-2027 salary supplements and federal program plans.
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This document outlines the McKinney-Vento Homeless Act Plan and Protocol for Blount County Schools, designed to address challenges homeless children and youth face in enrolling, attending, and succeeding in school. The plan details procedures for identification and eligibility, services and standards including Title I, transportation, food, and academic support, enrollment procedures for students and unaccompanied youth, professional development for staff, and the roles of district and school liaisons. The overarching goal is to ensure equitable educational access and support for homeless students in compliance with federal and state guidelines.
Jan 1, 2026·StrategicPlan
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Blount County Schools Migrant Plan 2026-2027
The Blount County Schools Migrant Education Program aims to identify, recruit, and provide high-quality supplemental educational and support services for eligible migratory children. The plan focuses on enabling these students to overcome educational disruptions, meet academic standards, and achieve college and career readiness. Key program goals include ensuring supplemental educational services based on academic needs, prioritizing support for Priority for Service students, increasing academic achievement in core subjects and English language proficiency, improving attendance, boosting graduation rates, enhancing family engagement, improving kindergarten readiness, coordinating essential services, and ensuring timely transfer of educational records.
Aug 27, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Blount County Board of Education Special Meeting And First Public Budget Hearing
The board conducted a special meeting and the first public hearing regarding the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year. New business items included the review and approval of various agreements and contracts involving the county board of education and multiple schools. Additionally, the meeting addressed personnel matters, including leaves of absence and a resignation, approved non-compensated volunteers for the school year, and authorized an out-of-state field trip.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
