The regular monthly meeting of the Waldron School Board was held in the Central Office Building Monday, January 12, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. Board members present were Clay Woodall, Angela Hunsucker, Toni VanDeWiele and Konnor McKay.Board member Mac Davis was not able to attend. Others present were Superintendent Daniel Fielding, Misty Owens, Kim Solomon, Cheyenne Smith, Toni Dozier, Chris Lipham, Kristi Sigman, Josh Atchley, Mike Galinato, Natalie Cadena, Erica Richardson, Brent Montgomery and Zack Taylor.
President Woodall called the meeting to order at 6:31 p.m.and welcomed everyone to the meeting.
Mr. Konnor McKay began the meeting with a word of prayer.
Angela Hunsucker led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Superintendent Fielding informed everyone that January is School Board Member Appreciation month, and he recognized the school board members for their service to our school.
A motion was made by Angela Hunsucker and seconded by Konnor McKay to approve the Consent Agenda items: A) Approval of the December 8th Minutes; B) Approve Financial Reports and Expenditures; C) Approve Purchase Order to Dell Financial. Motion carried 4-0.
Konnor McKay was excused from the room for the next discussion topic.
A motion was made by Angela Hunsucker and seconded by Toni VanDeWiele to approve to use of Konnor McKay as referee in emergency situations. Motion carried 3-0.
Konnor McKay returned to the meeting.
The principals reported on each of their schools. Mrs. Solomon reported that there are currently 30 students enrolled in the virtual program. All buildings will be sending report cards home Thursday, January 15th. All buildings were designated as Heart Safe Schools. Mrs. Smith informed the board members that there were 10 4th graders who competed in the Spelling Bee against 5-8th graders. Mr. Taylor added to the Spelling Bee results with Lucy Faber, 3rd place; Brye Vanhorn, 2nd place; and Dylan Hackworth, 1st place. Mr. Taylor informed the board that Waldron School District hosted the Archery tournament on January 11th and is hosting a 3-D Archery tournament on January 17th. Waldron Middle School will be having a “Teal Out” pep rally on Thursday. FBLA Spring Conference will be on January 28th. Mr. Atchley reported that Homecoming is next Friday, January 23rd, with several activities going on including the ceremony at 1:45 in WAC and crowning at 5:15. The Choir and Band concerts prior to Christmas break were a huge success. Kindergarteners came over to High School FACS room to make ornaments prior to Christmas break and everyone seemed to really enjoy that experience.
Assistant Superintendent Chris Lipham informed the board that Sr. High Cheer made Finals at State Cheer Competition.Archery 3-D tournament will be held on January 17th. He also let the board members know he now has a new CDL bus driver sub.
Superintendent Fielding informed the administrators and board members on the progress of the roofs at the Elementary, which is near completion, and the Middle School, which is still a work in progress. He also stated that the Secure Rural Schools Act has been approved, which means Forestry Funds that the schools have not received in the last year should be being processed.
A motion was made by Angela Hunsucker and seconded by Toni VanDeWiele to extend Superintendent Fielding’s contract for one more year starting July 1, 2028 through June 30, 2029. Motion carried 4-0.
A motion was made by Toni VanDeWiele and seconded by Angela Hunsucker to extend Assistant Superintendent Chris Lipham’s contract for the 2026-27 school year. Motion carried 4-0.
A motion was made by Angela Hunsucker and seconded by Toni VanDeWiele to hire Tyann Turner in Food Service effective January 6, 2026. Motion carried 4-0.
A motion was made by Konnor McKay and seconded by Angela Hunsucker to hire Amanda Barnett in Food Service effective January 6, 2026. Motion carried 4-0.
A motion was made by Konnor McKay and seconded by Angela Hunsucker to adjourn. Motion carried 4-0.
Meeting adjourned at 7:04 p.m.
