Latta Dillon County School District 3

The board discussed the implementation of a mobile panic alert system, including coordination with Navigate 360 for emergency management features and visitor management integration. Financial reports were reviewed, and a second reading of the budget for the upcoming school year was approved. Principals presented school renewal plans, highlighting MTSS frameworks, the introduction of the UFly phonics program, implementation of the Leader in Me initiative for discipline improvement, and strategies for math and reading instruction using I-Ready data.

The meeting included an update on elementary school activities, featuring student presentations about a state house visit for Liberty Day and their involvement in the student council. Additional discussion topics included the recognition of the Teacher of the Year and support staff, an overview of school attendance intervention efforts, and a review of various school community events such as a breakfast with a buddy, Red Ribbon Week, a harvest festival, food drives, and fundraising initiatives. Future plans were also noted, including an upcoming school-wide dance and potential district-wide community service projects.

The meeting featured a presentation regarding the district's induction and mentoring program for new teachers. Financial reports for October and November were reviewed, and the Board approved a three-year contract renewal for auditors. Additionally, the district discussed the CTE monitoring process, including equipment inventory procedures and program highlights such as the hydroponics project and farm business management successes.

The board meeting featured detailed reports on high school operations, including an update on the Cogna midcycle accreditation review, which confirmed sufficient progress. Key initiatives discussed included the establishment of a graduation team to support student academic recovery and success, and the implementation of a new career assessment program for third-year students. The board received updates on the athletic department, including the addition of an athletic trainer through a partnership with Mloud and several recent student-athlete college signings. Additionally, the Career Technology Education program reported on recent greenhouse infrastructure upgrades, recognition as a regional outstanding program, student service learning initiatives, and a new work-based learning partnership with Mloud.

The board meeting featured a departmental financial update for January and an extensive instructional report from Latta Middle School. Key topics included the success of the academic challenge team, strategies to improve student achievement through afterschool math tutoring and I Ready testing, and the implementation of final exams for middle school students to prepare for high school assessments. Additionally, the board discussed various elective offerings such as weightlifting and robotics, career-focused field trips, athletic achievements, and student council activities, including community service projects.