The regular monthly meeting of the Waldron School Board was held in the Central Office Building Monday, March 9, 2026,at 6:30 p.m. Board members present were Clay Woodall, Angela Hunsucker, Konnor McKay and Toni VanDeWiele. Others present were Superintendent Daniel Fielding, Misty Owens, John Keener, Kim Solomon, Chris Lipham, Kristi Sigman, Josh Atchley, Zack Taylor, Toni Dozier, Cheyenne Smith, Chelsea Ridenhour, Tonya Cluck, Keith Brigance and Erica Richardson.
President Woodall called the meeting to order at 6:32 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.
A motion was made by Angela Hunsucker and seconded by Toni VanDeWiele to approve the Consent Agenda items: A) Approval of the February 9th Minutes; B) Approve Financial Reports and Expenditures; C) Approve Purchase Orders to Saied Music Company (4) D) Approve Purchase Order to Safari Micro; E) Approve Invoice to ASBA Worker’s Compensation Trust. Motion carried 4-0.
Each of the principals reported on the happenings at their buildings. Mrs. Solomon stated that ADE Assessments have been underway. Read Across America Week was a success at Pre-K. She also informed the board that there will be a family picnic/track and field day coming up the first part of April along with an Easter egg hunt. Mrs. Solomon also wanted to thank West Fraser for donating shaving and the City of Waldron for spreading the shavings on the playground. Mrs. Smith also stated that Literacy Week was a success and they had many activities for the students, she expressed her gratitude for all those that donated their time to come and read to the students. The GT program is working hard on their Living Wax Museumscheduled for this Thursday night March 12th. Kindergarten registration is April 2nd from 4:30-6:30. Mrs. Smith also recognized some clubs for their accomplishments; 3rd and 4thgrade competed in the Quiz Bowl hosted by Co-op, placing in the top 10 were Raylan Byford and Zayne Justice. Archery contenders competed at State this past month as well. All buildings are gearing up for testing in the coming weeks. Mr. Taylor had a long list of 8th grade students that made 1st Division Superior rating and 2nd Division Excellent rating in the band Solo & Ensemble Assessment. Mr. Atchley announced that FFA week was a huge success. CAP conferences will be this Friday, March 13th. There will be a group of students earningcommunity service hours by helping out at the Waldron Country Club with some greens. Some other announcements were that prom will be April 11th and Juniors will be taking the ACT on March 10th.
Mr. Lipham stated that both Sr High Girls Basketball and Sr. High Boys Basketball teams made it to Regionals this year. Baseball, softball and track are all underway now.
Superintendent Fielding informed the school board members that the Harrison House is under contract pending some inspection tasks to be repaired. He also informed the board members on the status of the roofs at the Middle School and Elementary. ADE stopped by for a walk through of the facilities that went very well.
A motion was made by Konnor McKay and seconded by Angela Hunsucker to add Item C) Discuss and Act on Relationship with Lifetouch. Motion carried 4-0.
A motion was made by Toni VanDeWiele and seconded by Angela Hunsucker to discontinue the relationship with Lifetouch. Motion carried 4-0.
Adjourned to executive session. Time dismissed: 7:00 Time returned: 7:34
A motion was made by Angela Hunsucker seconded by Toni VanDeWiele to accept the resignation from Cydney Spooner as HS Sped Paraprofessional effective February 23, 2026. Motion carried 4-0.
A motion was made by Konnor McKay and seconded by Angela Hunsucker to accept the resignations from Bridgette Lindsey as HS SpEd Para and Bus Driver as of March 4, 2026. Motion carried 4-0.
A motion was made by Toni VanDeWiele and seconded by Konnor McKay to accept the resignation from Shelley Hunt as ES Teacher as of the end of the 2025/26 SY. Motion carried 4-0.
A motion was made by Toni VanDeWiele and seconded by Angela Hunsucker to accept the resignation from Carla Waddleas MS Para as of the end of the 2025/26 SY. Motion carried 4-0.
A motion was made by Angela Hunsucker and seconded by Konnor McKay to accept the resignation from Connie Hughesas HS SpEd Teacher as of the end of the 2025/26 SY. Motion carried 4-0.
A motion was made by Konnor McKay and seconded by Angela Hunsucker to hire George Goodrich as a Level 4 Bus Driver with 0 years’ experience effective March 9, 2026. Motion carried 4-0.
A motion was made by Angela Hunsucker and seconded by Toni VanDeWiele to rehire the certified staff as listed (see attached lists). 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 7:37 p.m.
