Todd Armstrong

The board meeting included recognition of the Tecumseh High School Softball Team for their accomplishments. Key policy actions included the approval of Policy 5350 regarding the prohibition of wireless devices during instructional time to ensure compliance with state law, the adoption of the 2025-2026 academic school calendar, and the approval of a bid for HVAC equipment installation at four schools. Additionally, the board approved various personnel recommendations including new support staff appointments and accepted several resignations. A promotional report regarding the upcoming district summer musical was also shared.

The meeting addressed a range of school district business including patron concerns regarding library books, the resignation of the Superintendent, and the appointment of a new Superintendent. The Board approved contracts for inflatables for school events, the kitchen/cafeteria retrofit at Boonville High School, and internet connectivity services. Additional actions included the approval of various donation requests, the voiding of stale-dated accounts payable checks, and numerous personnel recommendations including non-renewals and new hires. Furthermore, the Board reviewed reports on policy updates and discussed the district's response to the vaping epidemic.

The board meeting featured a spotlight presentation from Lynnville Elementary School regarding student achievements and community involvement. Key actions included holding a public hearing on the proposed 2025 Budget, Capital Projects Plan, and Bus Replacement Plan. The Board also approved an updated Teacher Appreciation Grant policy, a new high school course offering in Advanced Manufacturing, and multiple donation requests for school programs. Furthermore, the Board addressed various personnel recommendations, including new appointments, leaves of absence, resignations, and a retirement.

The board meeting included recognitions of high school essay winners and various state finalist student-athletes. Actions taken included the approval of a new reading list for grades 9-12 and the acceptance of several school donation requests. A motion to declare an emergency for the construction of a softball concession stand was tabled. Personnel matters were addressed, including the approval of various employment appointments, leave requests, and reports of staff resignations and retirements. The Superintendent noted plans for highlighting schools at future meetings, and information was provided regarding the upcoming ISBA Fall Regional Meeting.

The board approved the ratification of the 2022-2023 Contractual Agreement between the Warrick County School Corporation and the Warrick County Teachers Association. Additionally, the board approved supplemental payments to individual teachers and salary increases for non-certified managers, school year non-certified employees, and building and corporation certified administrators.