Union County Public Schools

The committee reviewed the status of Wellness Policy 4-11, which was confirmed as approved and updated. Progress reports were provided for established goals, including community collaboration efforts regarding drug, tobacco, and vaping substance use, as well as initiatives to strengthen student mental health support through the expansion of mental health therapists, social workers, and teletherapy services. The meeting also included an acknowledgment of graduating student members and a schedule for future sessions.

The council reviewed the status of Wellness Policy 4-11, which was presented to the Board. Public Health provided information regarding a Measles vaccination clinic, immunization appointment availability, and updated digital resources for Measles information. UCPS is collaborating with the Health Department to inform staff and administration on requirements for proof of Measles immunity. Ongoing goals for community collaboration on substance use issues and strengthening mental health support for the student population, including the expansion of teletherapy and crisis response, were also discussed.

The committee discussed the purchase of a bus surveillance system to replace failing units currently in use, noting the vendor has a reliable track record and the purchase is within the state budget. The meeting also included a Microsoft license renewal to support the technology portfolio, with the addition of PowerBI licenses. The committee recommended the 2027-2028 academic calendar to the full board, specifically choosing an option that includes a full week for Thanksgiving and avoids exam conflicts with Memorial Day. Finally, the committee reviewed an update on a teacher laptop RFP, recommending a delay in the procurement process to wait for market stabilization regarding component costs for computers.

The board meeting included the presentation of the John H. Crowder Service Award to a high school senior and the recognition of two staff members as UCPS influencers. The public comment portion of the meeting featured testimony regarding concerns about the exclusion of students from the Special Olympics, personal advocacy and concerns regarding professional conduct, and student-led presentations highlighting the impact of teacher shortages, the need for competitive pay for educators, and concerns regarding public school funding.

This document outlines Rock Rest Elementary's mission to provide a safe academic environment that prepares students for a global society and addresses their emotional and social well-being. The vision is to cultivate successful citizens equipped for 21st-century challenges. Strategic goals include ensuring 100% instructional staff participation in professional development for academic needs, 100% student engagement with UCPS' Portrait of a Graduate concepts, and 100% staff-parent partnership for student success. The report details progress in core areas such as instructional excellence, leadership capacity through monitoring instruction, and professional capacity via quality professional development, emphasizing data-driven decisions and continuous improvement.