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

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Mr. Jared Criswell with Wayne County Education Association recognized Mr. Justin Horton as the October Member and presented him with a certificate and a $100.00 check.

Mr. Dishman, along with the Board, recognized the WCHS Boys Soccer Team for their 48th District Championship win (4th year in a row).

Mr. Dishman updated the Board on the Walker Elementary School renovation project. He also, extended an invitation to the WCHS Alumni Hall of Fame Reception ceremony on October 23, 2026, at 5:30-7:00 PM at the Turner Cafeteria.

Mr. Dishman shared that Wayne County High School earned an overall green rating on state accountability. WCHS had an overall score of 71.9, an increase of 13.2 points from the prior year.  Test scores at WCHS improved in all tested areas, including reading, math, science, social studies, and writing.  The school also showed significant growth in postsecondary readiness, earning 124.1 of 125 possible points. Both WCMS and MES earned an orange rating on the state accountability. WCMS was identified as a CSI school.

Mr. Brian Dishman reported the Wayne County Schools Averaged Adjusted Daily Attendance (AADA) was 92.66% and one (1) dropout in the 2025-2026 school year.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 57

Approval of an MOU with Kentucky Educational Fund

Order #43 - Motion Passed:  Approval of an MOU with Kentucky Educational Fund passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Ramsey and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files #58

Order #44 - Subsidiary Motion Failed:  to table the revised job description for the District Athletic Director for another meeting failed with a motion by Mr. Jarrod Criswell and a second by Mr. Joe Hancock.

Order #45 - Motion Passed:  Approve revised job description for the District Athletic Director 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 #59

Approval to Amend the 2026-2027 Extra Duty Salary Schedule

Order #46 - Motion Passed:  Approval to Amend the 2026-2027 Extra Duty Salary Schedule 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 #60

Approval to Pay an Invoice to DECO Architects, Inc. in the Amount of $9,232.44 for Professional Services in Relation to the Walker Early Learning Center Renovation (BG 21-328)

Order #47 - Motion Passed:  Approval to Pay an Invoice to DECO Architects, Inc. in the Amount of $9,232.44 for Professional Services in Relation to the Walker Early Learning Center Renovation (BG 21-328) 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 #61

Approval for Amanda Criswell to lead EF Tours Trip to Rome, Paris, and Madrid in Summer 2028

Order #48 - Motion Passed:  Approval for Amanda Criswell to lead EF Tours Trip to Rome, Paris, and Madrid in Summer 2028 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 #62

Order #49 - Motion Passed:  Approval of items on the Consent Agenda passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Ramsey and a second by Mr. Tony Roberts.

Approval of a Service Agreement with Interpreting Service of Commonwealth, LLC for ASL Interpretive Services

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files #63

Approval of a Memorandum of Agreement for Mental Health Services and Family Support Agency Providing Service on School Property

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files #64

Approval of School Activity Funds Fundraiser for Walker Early Learning Center

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files #65

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files #66

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files #67

Adjournment of the meeting

Order #50 - Motion Passed:  Adjournment of the meeting passed with a motion by Mr. Tony Roberts and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.