The meeting was called to order by Chairperson, Benton Sloan. Also present were Interim Superintendent, Brian Dishman and Board Counsel, John Blevins.

Approve to amend the agenda (Agenda Items 14-17)

Order #88 - Motion Passed:  Approve to amend the agenda (Agenda Items 14-17) passed with a motion by Mr. Tony Roberts and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.

14) Approval of signer of accounts

15) Approval of KSBA as facilitator for the Superintendent Search Services 

16) Approval to select board member to serve on the screening committee for Superintendent hire 

17) Approval of Interim Superintendent agreement

None.

Mr. Dishman recognized Wayne County High School Dance Team presenting members with a certificate for their accomplishments this season. Some of their highlights this season:

2024 KHSAA Region 3 Top 4 in Jazz

2024 KHSAA State Top 10 Overall in Jazz

2025 KDCO Region Champion in both Small Team Pom and Small Team Jazz

2025 Lake Cumberland Classic Champions in both Small Team Pom and Small Team Jazz

KDCO State Runner-up Small Jazz

KDCO 3^rd Place Small Pom

Interim Superintendent, Brian Dishman informed the board he had addressed staff today, our main concern is we all work together taking care of students. 

Mr. Dishman announced that state testing is scheduled to commence on May 5th. He also noted the upcoming textbook adoption for the Science and Social Studies curriculum targeting Middle and High school students.

Approval for an EF Tours trip to London, Paris and the Alps during fall break of October 2026

Order #89 - Motion Passed:  Approval for an EF Tours trip to London, Paris and the Alps during fall break of October 2026 passed with a motion by Mr. Jarrod Criswell and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.

Ms. Vicki Davis, MS Counselor and also EF Trips' Sponsor informed board about EF Trip, she was requesting approval from board on for Fall Break of 2026 to London, Paris and the Alps. Board members were given pamphlets on the trip as well. Ms. Davis as informed board members of former EF Trips and what great learning experiences the students received and how much they enjoyed from them. 

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 93.

Approval to apply for a grant provided by HB 6-Secondary Area Technology Center Pool to construct a safety corridor between WCHS and WCATC as well as install electronic locks on all interior doors and BG 25-311

Order #90 - Motion Passed:  Approval to apply for a grant provided by HB 6-Secondary Area Technology Center Pool to construct a safety corridor between WCHS and WCATC as well as install electronic locks on all interior doors and BG 25-311 passed with a motion by Mr. Jarrod Criswell and a second by Mr. Tony Roberts.

Mr. John Kinnett, Principal of the WCATC proposed the usage for request of the grant, for a "safety corridor" between the Wayne County High School and the WCATC. 

A copy of the BG 25-311 may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 94.

Mr. Bob Tarvin, RSA Advisors explained to the board of bonding process. Mr. Tarvin discussed facility funding and general funding (restricted), capital outlay. Board members were given handouts, for more in depth explanation. 

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 95.

Approval to table BG 1 Project (24-427) till next regular board meeting in April

Order #91 - Motion Passed:  Approval to table BG 1 Project (24-427) till next regular board meeting in April passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Ramsey and a second by Mr. Tony Roberts.

Mr. Benton Sloan, Chairperson stated he felt like we should table Agenda Item # 9 until Mr. Dishman, Interim Superintendent has time to talk to the Davis Heirs regarding this land acquisition.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 96.

Approval to purchase electronic safety door locks for Bell Elementary (to be installed by district technology staff) in the amount of $ 79,988.45 from building fund

Order #92 - Motion Passed:  Approval to purchase electronic safety door locks for Bell Elementary (to be installed by district technology staff) in the amount of $ 79,988.45 from building fund passed with a motion by Mr. Jarrod Criswell and a second by Mr. Tony Roberts.

Mr. Justin Alley, Buildings, Grounds and Maintenance Director informed the board of need to install electronic safety door locks for Bell Elementary. These will be installed by district technology staff. 

Approval to advertise for construction management for Wayne County Schools Walker Early Learning Center Project (BG 21-328)

Order #93 - Motion Passed:  Approval to advertise for construction management for Wayne County Schools Walker Early Learning Center Project (BG 21-328) passed with a motion by Mr. Tony Roberts and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.

Mr. Justin Alley, Buildings, Grounds and Maintenance Director informed board since terminated contract with Alliance corporation on Walker Early Learning Center Project (BG 21-328), we need to advertise for construction management to move forward with this project. 

Approval for Wayne County Schools Food Service Program to participate in the Agenda Items 12A-12E

Order #94 - Motion Passed:  Approval for Wayne County Schools Food Service Program to participate in the Agenda Items 12A-12E passed with a motion by Mr. Jarrod Criswell and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.

12 A. Summer Food Service Program Summer 2025

12 B. National School Lunch Program School Year 2025-2026

12 C. School Breakfast Program School Year 2025-2026

12 D. Child & Adult Care Food Program School Year 2025-2026

12 E. Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program School Year 2025-2026

Approval of items on consent agenda

Order #95 - Motion Passed:  Approval of items on consent agenda passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Ramsey and a second by Mr. Tony Roberts.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 97.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 98.

Approval of signer of accounts

Order #96 - Motion Passed:  Approval of signer of accounts passed with a motion by Mr. Jarrod Criswell and a second by Mr. Tony Roberts.

Recommendation of Mr. Justin Alley to be added on signer of accounts.

Approval of KSBA as facilitator for the Superintendent Search services

Order #97 - Motion Passed:  Approval of KSBA as facilitator for the Superintendent Search services passed with a motion by Mr. Tony Roberts and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 99.

Approval to select board member, Richard Ramsey to serve on the screening committee for Superintendent hire

Order #98 - Motion Passed:  Approval to select board member, Richard Ramsey to serve on the screening committee for Superintendent hire passed with a motion by Mr. Tony Roberts and a second by Mr. Benton Sloan.

Approval of Interim Superintendent, Brian Dishman agreement

Order #99 - Motion Passed:  Approval of Interim Superintendent, Brian Dishman agreement passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Ramsey and a second by Mr. Tony Roberts.

Assistant Superintendent, Brian Dishman to serve as Interim Superintendent with agreement to begin March 20, 2025 and to conclude June 30, 2025. Salary and benefits to be same as receiving as Assistant Superintendent.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 100.

Adjournment of the meeting

Order #100 - Motion Passed:  Adjournment of the meeting passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Ramsey and a second by Mr. Tony Roberts.