Waylon Bates

The regular session meeting commenced with an opening address regarding the transition to the 2026 board leadership, including the introduction of the new president and vice president. Key agenda items included a traditional 'Passing of the Gavel' ceremony and the recognition of several individuals for notable accomplishments. April Miles, a seventh-grade teacher, was honored as the LU's Middle School Teacher of the Year for the state and received the Award of Excellence Medallion. Colton Hunter, a School Resource Officer, was recognized as the latest Gold Star recipient. The board also formally recognized the service of its board members for School Board Recognition Month. The session included procedural actions such as the approval of the minutes from the December 4, 2025, regular session and the approval of the agenda for the current meeting.

The meeting commenced with announcements regarding the health status of former maintenance worker Bubba Sheffield and various staff members battling illness, including noting positive recovery news for one secretary whose tumors are shrinking while offering condolences for her father's passing. The proceedings included the approval of the previous month's minutes and the agenda for the current session. Key recognition segments honored two 2026 most influential young women, April Martinez and Kate Tines, for their significant community contributions. The Hotton High School Air Force JROTC Marksmanship team was recognized for an exceptional season, setting school records, winning the Louisiana Civilian Marksmanship Program State Championships (varsity and JV teams), and earning an invitation to the JROTC All Service National Championships. Individual achievements by cadets, including Chris Vic setting a national record, were also highlighted. Furthermore, recognitions were made for Military Club of the Month awards for November (Legacy Elementary), October (Halton High School - to be addressed separately), December/January (Benton Middle School), and February (Curtis Elementary). The Chamber of Commerce recognized student winners of the Month of the Military Child t-shirt contest.

The document outlines the adopted Plan A for the Bossier Parish School Board. This plan details the geographical boundaries for Districts 1 through 12, specifying street names, residential areas, and natural features within Shreveport and Bossier City, Louisiana. The primary objective is to establish clear administrative and operational divisions for the school board's jurisdiction.

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