The Waldron School District Board of Education met for its regular monthly session Monday, Feb. 9, at 6:30 p.m. inside the district’s Central Office Building, conducting routine business, approving planning measures, and recognizing staff achievements.
Board members in attendance included Clay Woodall, Mac Davis, Angela Hunsucker, Toni VanDeWiele and Konnor McKay. Also present were Superintendent Daniel Fielding, district administrators, principals and staff.
Board President Clay Woodall called the meeting to order. McKay opened with prayer, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Hunsucker.
Agenda Actions
The board voted 5–0 to table an invoice to the Arkansas School Boards Association for workers’ compensation insurance from the consent agenda.
Members then unanimously approved:
- January meeting minutes
- Financial reports and expenditures
Additional unanimous votes included:
- Adoption of the 2026–27 Alternative School Calendar
- Approval of the district’s Facility Master Plan resolution
- Approval of student transfer petitions
Campus & Program Updates
Building leaders shared updates on activities and enrollment across the district:
- Progress reports will be distributed in the coming weeks
- The ABC Program is completing assessments and preparing Valentine’s activities
- Read Across America Week is scheduled for March 2
- Middle School enrollment increased by seven students
- FBLA students posted strong competition results
- The Middle School Book Fair runs through Feb. 11
- A parent involvement paint party is set for Feb. 12
- February is Career and Technical Education Month, with staff member Misty Waddle placed on the CTE board
- Beta Club students competed at the Beta Convention with several placements
- Basketball Homecoming coronation is scheduled for Feb. 10
Assistant Superintendent Chris Lipham reported that the district’s transportation audit found no deficiencies. Junior High District competitions are underway, and the summer “Dog Days” event is planned for June 12–13.
Recognitions & Audit Results
Superintendent Fielding reported the district-wide audit had been completed with positive feedback and no major concerns noted.
Lipham was recognized as the 4A-4 Conference Athletic Director of the Year. Board member Mac Davis received a Lifetime Sports Pass for his service to the district.
Executive Session & Personnel
The board entered executive session at 7 p.m. and returned at 7:27 p.m.
Following the session, members unanimously approved:
- The transfer of Erica Stuart from ABC paraprofessional to a 238-day secretary position, with salary funding split between ABC and AOA budgets
- Rehiring administrators for the 2026–27 school year
The meeting adjourned at 7:29 p.m.
