The Waldron School Board convened for its regular monthly meeting on Monday, June 9, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in the Central Office Building. Presiding over the meeting was Board President Clay Woodall, joined by members Mac Davis, Angela Hunsucker, Konnor McKay, and Stan Cottrell. Superintendent Daniel Fielding and several district staff members were also present.
After a welcoming statement from Woodall, McKay led a prayer, followed by Hunsucker guiding the group in the Pledge of Allegiance.
The board approved the Consent Agenda, which included minutes from prior meetings, financial reports, and expenditures. Additionally, several program guidelines and financial agreements were approved, including the annual Microsoft license renewal, Dyslexia and ESOL program guidelines, and insurance premiums for district vehicles and equipment.
A key resolution regarding compliance with ACT 1105 was passed, allowing the district to transfer any excess carryover funds beyond $1,990,000 into a designated building fund after necessary deductions.
Darla Jeffery informed the board about ongoing hail damage repairs. Zack Taylor provided an enrollment update for the Middle School, noting a total of 395 students at the close of the 2024-25 school year, and thanked local churches and businesses for their contributions during Teacher Appreciation Week.
Assistant Superintendent Chris Lipham reminded the board of the upcoming Dog Days event, scheduled for June 21, with student activities planned for June 20. Meanwhile, Toni Dozier presented policy updates for board review before the next voting session.
Superintendent Daniel Fielding reported that Service Master had begun paint and roof repairs at the Elementary and Middle Schools.
The board accepted the resignations of Billie Jo Corbin, Rylea Weaver, and Tyler Hankins, and approved the retirement of Patti Fletcher, the High School Media Specialist.
Coaching assignments for the 2024-25 school year were adjusted and approved. The board also voted to hire Roger Rich as a Level 2 Bus Mechanic with 15 years of experience and as a Level 1 Bus Driver, pending his CDL acquisition.
The meeting concluded at 6:49 p.m., following a motion by McKay and seconded by Hunsucker.
