The regular monthly meeting of the Waldron School Board was held in the Central Office Building Monday, November 13, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. Board members present were Clay Woodall,Angela Hunsucker, Konnor McKay and Stan Cottrell. Board member Mac Davis was not present. Others present were Superintendent Daniel Fielding, Misty Owens, Kim Solomon, Toni Dozier, Keith Brigance, Cheyenne Smith, Zack Taylor, Darla Jeffery, Erica Dozier, and Chris Lipham.
President Clay Woodall called the meeting to order at 6:34p.m.
Konnor McKay began the meeting with a word of prayer.
Angela Hunsucker led the Pledge of Allegiance.
A motion was made by Angela Hunsucker and seconded byKonnor McKay to approve the Consent Agenda items: A) Approval of the October 16th Minutes; B) Approve Financial Reports and Expenditures. Motion carried 4-0.
A motion was made by Konnor McKay and seconded by Angela Hunsucker to approve the recommendation of Superintendent Daniel Fielding to give all licensed and classified employees a one-time bonus in the amount of $500.00 to be paid November 17th. Motion carried 4-0.
A motion was made by Angela Hunsucker and seconded by Konnor McKay to approve policies 3.28.1, 4.29.1 and 8.22.1-Technology Resources Policy. Motion carried 4-0.
Each of the principals reported on the things that are happening at their building. Mrs. Dozier reported that ABC/First Step will be having Ryan Walker Parent Night with cookie and ornament decorating on December 7th. Donations can be made in honor of Ryan Walker to Waldron Pre-K Activity Fund. Mrs. Jeffery informed the board of multiple things that are coming up at Waldron Elementary, some of which include; 3rd grade Parent Night on Thursday, ESL Parent Night on Wednesday, Celebration Friday to recognize academic achievements and they are also in the middle of their Read-A-Thon. Mr. Taylorinformed the board of all the activities happening at the Middle School, some of which include; Red Ribbon Week, Homecoming Spirit Week, Socials that have started back up, Veterans Days program, Parent Night Paint Party, Pep Rallies and Progress Reports go out on Thursday of this week. Mrs. Solomon had many things to add which included that the Juniors took their 1st ACT test recently. Other happenings included; Bulldog Brew coffee cart on Thursday’s, there will be the first ever Basketball Homecoming and dance that will be sponsored by Boys and Girls Club, Work keys testing Tuesday and Wednesday for Seniors, and High School students are participating in a change war that will be donated to Boys and Girls Club in honor of Mr. Ryan Walker. She also stated the “Be Proud Be Pro” was a huge hit for the students.
Assistant Superintendent Chris Lipham reported that Waldron Athletics will be in the same conference next year. Cross Country State Meet was a success with boys finishing 7thin the State and girls finishing 12th. Landon Defoor, Teagan Johnson and Damien MacPherson received All-Conference in Cross Country. Emily Defoor and Karis Pritchard also received All-Conference in Cross Country. Cheerleading competitions are underway for both Senior High and Junior High Cheerleaders. He also reported that there will be a Homecoming bonfire on Wednesday sponsored by FCA.
Superintendent Fielding informed the board members that there are a lot of good things going on in our school system. He announced that the Waldron High School has been awarded $20,500.00 from the State of AR for recognition of academic growth.
Adjourned to Executive Session: 7:06
Returned from Executive Session: 7:48
A motion was made by Angela Hunsucker and seconded by Stan Cottrell to approve the resignation of Leticia Smith from First Step as of October 31, 2023. Motion carried 4-0.
A motion was made by Stan Cottrell and seconded by Konnor McKay to hire Kiley Hill as Middle School Paraprofessional as of November 14, 2023. Motion carried 4-0.
A motion was made by Konnor McKay and seconded by Stan Cottrell to hire Melissa Bennett as Elementary School Special Education Teacher effective January 8, 2024. Motion carried 4-0.
A motion was made by Angela Hunsucker and seconded by Stan Cottrell to adjourn. Motion carried 4-0.
Meeting adjourned at 7:49 p.m.
