The regular monthly meeting of the Waldron School Board was held in the Central Office Building Monday, October 19, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. Board members present were Clay Woodall, Konnor McKay, Angela Hunsucker, Toni VanDeWiele and John Keener. Others present were Superintendent Daniel Fielding, Misty Owens, Cheyenne Smith, Kim Solomon, Toni Dozier, Jessica Brown, Chris Lipham, Kristi Sigman, Chelsea Ridenhour, Erica Richardson, Brittany Maine and Zack Taylor.
President Woodall called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
Mr. McKay began the meeting with a word of prayer.
Mrs. Hunsucker led the Pledge of Allegiance.
A motion was made by Toni VanDeWiele and seconded by Angela Hunsucker to approve the Consent Agenda items: A) Approval of the September 14th, September 21st and October 5thMinutes; B) Approve Financial Reports and Expenditures; C) Approve Purchase Orders to Safari Micro. Motion carried 5-0.
Superintendent Fielding discussed with the board the district achieving a notable two-level jump in its state-assigned letter grade, moving to a “B.” This progress is attributed to growth in student achievement, particularly within the lowest quartile.
A motion was made by Angela Hunsucker and seconded by Konnor McKay to approve the lowest bid with Solomon Steep Corp, Inc. to replace the Middle School storm shelter awning. Motion carried 5-0.
A motion was made by Toni VanDeWiele and seconded by John Keener to add item G) Contract Disclosure Form for Solomon Steel Corp., Inc. to New Business. Motion carried 5-0.
A motion was made by Toni VanDeWiele and seconded by Konnor McKay to participate in the Social Media Harm Litigation. Motion carried 5-0.
Each of the principals spoke on things that are happening at their building, with one of the main topics being Parent Teacher Conferences that will be Tuesday, October 20th, from 2:00 to 7:00. At ABC, Mrs. Solomon reported that the kids have a few outings coming up which include visiting Dalton’s Place and The Springs Nursing Home for some trick-or-treating. Mrs. Solomon reported that she now has 36 students enrolled in school online. Mrs. Smith informed the board that Elementary School improved two letter grades, with significant growth in science. She also wanted give a huge shout out to the Sr. High Band and Cheerleaders for giving the elementary students a homecoming pep rally of their own. Mr. Taylor informed the board members that Middle School also improved by two letter grades, with significant growth in math. There are three 7thgraders that did well at All-Region Choir contest, they are; Dwain Braziel, Serenity Adams and Nyxon Delawder. Mr. Taylor also announced that the Jr. High Band will make their debut at the October 22nd football game. FBLA attended the fall conference on September 29th. FCA speaker Leah Amico spoke to students on October 5th and did an excellent job. The Middle School Veterans Day program will be November 11th at 8:30. Middle School Paint Party will be November 19th. Mrs. Browncommented on all the events taking place on October 20th, they include Bulldogs Future Day, FASFA filing, senior picture orders and cap and gown orders at Parent Teacher Conference. Mrs. Brown spoke on the “Be Pro Be Proud” truck and thanked Mrs. Atchley and Mrs. Waddle for organizing this. Homecoming was a success, juniors were dominant in floats and the powder puff game. Some other things happening with the high school students include; Agri is at Little Rock for State Fair this week, Mrs. Powell’s art kids have been decorating the windows downtown, 9 students made All-Region Choir, Sr. High Band finished 4th at the West Fork Marching Competition last weekend and around 50 10th graders took the PSAT last week.
Mr. Lipham stated that Cross country District is Monday, October 26th. Volleyball has ended and there is no district tournament. Evan Owens and Harlow Dickens made it to the State Golf meet for the second year in a row. Mr. Lipham spoke about the Bulldog App that could be a great tool to get information out to parents when there are emergency situations that need to be communicated.
Superintendent Daniel Fielding recognized the principals for National Principals Month. Mr. Fielding also presented the board members with bids and documentation to begin looking at repairing the parking lot at Central Office.
Adjourned to executive session. Time dismissed: 7:04 Time returned: 7:21
A motion was made by Angela Hunsucker and seconded by John Keener to approve the Contract Disclosure Form and Resolution for Solomon Steel Corp., Inc. Motion carried 4-0.
A motion was made by Toni VanDeWiele and seconded by Angela Hunsucker to accept the resignation of Jennifer Root as ABC Paraprofessional as of October 16, 2026. Motion carried 4-0.
A motion was made by Angela Hunsucker and seconded by Toni VanDeWiele to hire Amy Defoor as MS SpEdParaprofessional as of October 20, 2026. Motion carried 4-0.
A motion was made by Angela Hunsucker and seconded byToni VanDeWiele to adjourn. Motion carried 4-0.
Meeting adjourned at 7:23p.m.
