Toney Grimes

The board meeting included the recognition of student interns, the receipt of the April 2026 financial report, and the consideration of property insurance renewal for 2026-2027, resulting in the approval of the PCAL proposal. The board authorized the sale of the 314 E Main Street building and the Epps School property. Additionally, the board approved the continuation of current grounds keeping contractors for specific campuses, selected an official record for the school board, and received a monthly maintenance and project status update.

The board meeting included the recognition of Oak Grove Elementary as a 2025-2026 Capturing Kids' Hearts National Showcase School and the presentation of the financial report for February 2026, which featured budget-to-actual comparisons. The board voted to approve the advertisement of the 314 E Main Street building for lease. Additionally, the board received and discussed the monthly maintenance report and project updates.

The council reviewed special education policies, procedures, and resources while engaging in community outreach. Key discussion topics included navigating LDOE special education links and the Families Helping Families resource website. The council deliberated on strategies to support students, such as creating sensory-friendly environments for events, increasing positive reinforcement rewards in high school, and organizing participation in events like the LaTech Special Olympics. Additionally, the council heard presentations on speech pathology services and coordinated opportunities for member involvement in school holiday activities.

The meeting included a presentation of the quarterly and monthly financial reports. The Board discussed and approved several recommendations from the Finance Committee, including advertising for groundskeeping services at multiple campuses, advertising to lease the Epps school building, and a decision regarding a bid for the building located at 314 East Main Street. Additionally, the Board recognized Teacher Appreciation Week, received information regarding upcoming summer learning opportunities and graduation ceremony schedules, and reviewed the monthly maintenance report and project updates.

The meeting included the recognition of the Bus Driver of the Year and various FHS Employees of the Year. The Board reviewed the financial report, adopted a new student dress code policy, and rejected a bid for a butane tank. Additionally, the Board set the date for the honors banquet, approved the school calendar for the upcoming year, adopted the virtual academy handbook, and passed a resolution regarding bank information. The meeting also included discussions on enrollment opportunities and upcoming elections, alongside a review of the monthly maintenance report and project updates.