Zane Adams

The meeting included a presentation of the FY 2024-2025 audit results, which received an unmodified clean opinion for both individual school funds and the districtwide financial statements. The board discussed the school district's pension and OPEB liabilities, the general fund balance, and the status of federal program audits. Additionally, the director of schools provided updates on the district's response to severe winter weather conditions, including facility repairs and its impact on the academic calendar, and shared information regarding the legislative session.

Key discussions during the meeting included construction updates at MIS, reporting that MIS received a "B" on the state report card while MCMHS received a "D," and the announcement of new hires. The board recognized Students and Staff of the Month for all four schools. Significant actions included the unanimous approval of the agenda and the election of Barbara Halliburton as Chair and Theresa Cook as Vice-Chair, with Dr. Amanda Compton nominated as Tennessee Legislative Liaison. The board unanimously approved FY26 Budget Amendment 3, covering General, Federal, and Capital Funds. Furthermore, approvals were sought for the purchase of a 14-passenger van for \$115,500, funded by the Capital Budget, and the purchase of a 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 for \$49,991.40, funded by the General Fund Budget. Motions to table both purchase items failed.

The document outlines the personnel goals for the Millington Board of Education. These goals aim to ensure the recruitment and employment of highly qualified individuals, provide competitive compensation and supportive working environments, offer continuous in-service training, and implement an evaluation program for ongoing staff performance improvement.

Key discussions during the meeting included the presentation of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Audit Results. The Board also addressed several approvals under the consent agenda, involving policy designations for Section 4. The Director of Schools reported that Students and Staff of the Month would be recognized in March and provided an update on the district's ability to petition the state regarding weather-related closures, along with a brief Legislative report. Major actions included the recommended approval of FY26 Budget Amendment 4 for the Capital Fund and the MCMHS 2026-2027 Course Catalog. Furthermore, the Board approved contracting with Southern Educational Strategies LLC to develop a Strategic Plan, approved the MMSD 2026 Board of Education Committees, and awarded contracts for electrical services to Lowrie Electric Company Inc. and Rush Electric LLC, and for waste removal services to Waste Pro of MS Inc. for the year 2026.

The meeting included the recognition of Teachers, Principal, and Supervisor of the Year, as well as the announcement of the West Tennessee TAASE Cup Winner for Outstanding SPED Educator of the Year. Appreciation was expressed to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen for funding towards the paving of the MPS parking lot. Key actions included the unanimous approval of the agenda and a consent agenda which designated several Section 4 BOE policies as correct. The Board recommended approval for a one-time bonus for eligible employees and unanimously approved the 2026-27 MMSD Instructional Calendar. Modifications to BOE policies regarding Special Education and Alternative Education were also approved. A discussion was held regarding a performance-based financial bonus for the MMSD Director of Schools for FY25, which ultimately failed to pass.