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1.
Call to Order and Welcome
2.
Roll call
Also present:
3.
Approval of the Agenda
Order #7152 - Motion Passed: Recommendation to approve the agenda passed with a motion by Meredith Hyde and a second by Mary Beth Drennan.
4.
Discussion/Approval to discuss the open Board vacancy application of R. Kent Dillingham and potentially make a selection to fill the open seat vacated by Vicki Allen. (If a selection is made, the Board may appoint the new member immediately)
5.
Discussion/Approval to appoint _________________ to the Dawson Springs Board of Education to fill the unexpired term that will run until the end of 2026 (election in Nov. of 2026). Upon appointment, we will have a brief swearing in ceremony.
Order #7153 - Motion Passed: Approval to appoint Kent Dillingham to the Dawson Springs Board of Education to fill the unexpired that will run until the end of 2026 passed with a motion by Meredith Hyde and a second by Mary Beth Drennan.
6.
Recognition, discussion, communication and report items (No Board Action)
6.A.
Recognitions:
6.A.1.
Congratulations to our preschool staff and Mrs. Merrill as our Preschool was recently recognized by the Kentucky Department of Education to be a Level 5 All-Star Program.
6.A.2.
Tony Latham was recommended for recognition by one of our teachers who said, "upon completion of any repair in my area, Tony always asks what else I might need repaired." He always goes above and beyond to get the job done. Thank you Mr. Latham for your efforts.
6.B.
Communications
6.B.1.
Insurance deductible buyback information from Malcolm Blane as attached.
6.B.2.
Board Member Communications
6.B.3.
Citizens and Delegations: This is an opportunity for any citizen or delegation to approach the Board and be heard on any item/issue on the agenda or not on the agenda. An individual is limited to 2 minutes to speak. Please keep in mind this is not for questions and answers, simply individuals to share information with the Board. (The Board appreciates and anticipates that the building Principal and Superintendent get the opportunity to resolve any issues prior to addressing the Board).
6.C.
Reports
6.C.1.
Preschool Update/Report
6.C.2.
Elementary Principal's Report
6.C.3.
Jr./Sr. High Principal's Report
6.C.4.
DPP Enrollment and Attendance Report
6.C.5.
Chief Academic Officer Report
6.C.6.
Superintendent's Report
7.
Action Items (Affirmative Motion needed)
7.A.
Approval of Treasurer's Report
Order #7154 - Motion Passed: Approval of the treasurer's report as presented passed with a motion by Meredith Hyde and a second by Mary Beth Drennan.
7.B.
Discussion/Approval to set the tax rate for the 2025-2026 school year (2025 taxes) at the same rate as current:
General Fund Real Estate Rate: 74.7 cents
Tangible Personal Property: 74.7 cents
The revenue generated by the real estate rate and personal property rate should be approximately $672,099.84
Merchants Inventory 74.7 cents
Motor Vehicle/Watercraft 68.7
Personal Aircraft 68.7
Utility tax 3%
Order #7155 - Motion Passed: Approval to set the tax rate for the 2025-2026 school year (2025 taxes) at the same rate as current:
General Fund Real Estate Rate: 74.7 cents
Tangible Personal Property: 74.7 cents
The revenue generated by the real estate rate and personal property rate should be approximately $672,099.84
Merchants Inventory 74.7 cents
Motor Vehicle/Watercraft 68.7
Personal Aircraft 68.7
Utility tax 3% passed with a motion by Mary Beth Drennan and a second by Meredith Hyde.
7.C.
Discussion/Approval of Kristin Merrill, Jennifer Ward, Michael Davenport, Jessica Graham, Elizabeth Robinson, Micki Clark, and Brannigan Ethridge as ARC (Admissions and Release Committee) Chairpersons for 2025-2026 upon completion of required training and/or updates.
Order #7156 - Motion Passed: Approval of Kristin Merrill, Jennifer Ward, Michael Davenport, Jessica Graham, Elizabeth Robinson, Micki Clark, and Brannigan Ethridge as ARC (Admissions and Release Committee) Chairpersons for 2025-2026 upon completion of required training and/or updates passed with a motion by Meredith Hyde and a second by Mary Beth Drennan.
7.D.
Presentation/Discussion/Approval, per 702 KAR 1:170, acknowledging the district has reviewed this guidance (meaning the Data Security and Breach Notification and Best Practice Guide) and implemented the best practices that meet the needs of personal information reasonable security in our district.
Order #7157 - Motion Passed: passed with a motion by Meredith Hyde and a second by Mary Beth Drennan.
7.E.
Discussion/Approval of Fiscal Year 2026 (25/26 school year) funding assurances as attached (a paper copy is also provided).
Order #7158 - Motion Passed: Approval of Fiscal Year 2026 (25/26 school year) funding assurances as attached (a paper copy is also provided) passed with a motion by Meredith Hyde and a second by Mary Beth Drennan.
7.F.
Discussion/Approval of revised/updated Memorandum of Agreement regarding the School Resource Officer (SRO) as attached.
Order #7159 - Motion Passed: passed with a motion by Meredith Hyde and a second by Mary Beth Drennan.
7.G.
Discussion/Approval of Agreement to provide Orientation and Mobility Services with Katrina Berry, COMS as needed is attached.
Order #7160 - Motion Passed: Approval of Agreement to provide Orientation and Mobility Services with Katrina Berry, COMS as needed is attached passed with a motion by Meredith Hyde and a second by Christy Winfrey.
7.H.
Discussion/Approval to designate Jennifer Ward as our district school safety coordinator.
Order #7161 - Motion Passed: Approval to designate Jennifer Ward as our district school safety coordinator passed with a motion by Meredith Hyde and a second by Mary Beth Drennan.
7.I.
Discussion/Approval of updated job description for Director of Pupil Personnel (DPP).
Order #7162 - Motion Passed: Approval of updated job description for Director of Pupil Personnel (DPP). passed with a motion by Meredith Hyde and a second by Mary Beth Drennan.
7.J.
Discussion/Approval of creating a Director of Pupil Personnel (DPP) position. This would be a 185 day contract paid off the certified salary schedule based on rank and experience. This position will also include duties related to Federal and State Reports, Safe School Reporting, Infinite Campus Operations, Alternative Programs Coordinator, New Employee Orientation and Traing, FRAM Coordinator, Civil Rights Data Reporting, and other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.
Order #7163 - Motion Passed: Approval of creating a Director of Pupil Personnel (DPP) position. This would be a 185 day contract paid off the certified salary schedule based on rank and experience. This position will also include duties related to Federal and State Reports, Safe School Reporting, Infinite Campus Operations, Alternative Programs Coordinator, New Employee Orientation and Traing, FRAM Coordinator, Civil Rights Data Reporting, and other duties as assigned by the Superintendent passed with a motion by Meredith Hyde and a second by Mary Beth Drennan.
7.K.
Discussion/Approval, at the request of Madisonville Community College (MCC), that the following communication systems be approved for students attending MCC: Blackboard (Anthology), Outlook (kctcs.edu domain), Starfish (EAB).
Order #7164 - Motion Passed: Approval, at the request of Madisonville Community College (MCC), that the following communication systems be approved for students attending MCC: Blackboard (Anthology), Outlook (kctcs.edu domain), Starfish (EAB) passed with a motion by Meredith Hyde and a second by Mary Beth Drennan.
7.L.
Discussion/Approval of Amended Memorandum as attached from The Stepping Stones Group, formerly called Southern Kentucky Speech Therapy for Special Ed Services as listed/needed for students.
Order #7165 - Motion Passed: Approval of Amended Memorandum as attached from The Stepping Stones Group, formerly called Southern Kentucky Speech Therapy for Special Ed Services as listed/needed for students passed with a motion by Meredith Hyde and a second by Christy Winfrey.
8.
Student Learning and Support Consent Items
Order #7166 - Motion Passed: Approval of consent agenda passed with a motion by Meredith Hyde and a second by Mary Beth Drennan.
8.A.
Approval of Board Meeting Minutes for July 28, 2025
8.B.
Approval of Payment of Bills and Salaries
8.C.
Acknowledge Notification of Personnel Actions:
Hired:
L. Carol Niswonger – HS English/LA Teacher – 7/28/2025
P. Ben Kennedy – K-12 LBD Resource Teacher – 7/31/2025
William Ward – HS FMD Teacher – 8/1/2025
Stevon Brown – HS Instructional Assistant – 8/4/2025
Molly Thomas – Kindergarten Teacher – 8/4/2025
Emma Thorp – Elementary Instructional Assistant – 8/6/2025
Hailey Goodaker – Substitute Teacher/Inst. Assistant – 8/19/2025
Tamara Stallins – Substitute Teacher/Inst. Assistant – 8/19/2025
Felicea Joslin – Substitute Cook/Baker – 8/19/2025
Tammy Marcum – Substitute Cook/Baker – 8/19/2025
Additional Extra Duty:
Cassie Ipock – District Communications Coordinator – 7/1/2025
On Leave: EE# 4224 – FMLA/Maternity
Resigned:
Jesse Robinson – MS Baseball Assistant
Amber Chappel – Substitute Teacher & Inst. Assistant
Shellie Rambo – Substitute Cook/Baker & Substitute Custodian
8.D.
Approval of Superintendent expenses
8.E.
Acknowledgement, per Board policy 03.18, that Barbara P'Pool and Kati Griffin were elected opening day to the certified appeals panel and Cindy Dukes and Tamara Rice were selected as alternates for 2025-2026.
9.
Motion to Adjourn
Order #7167 - Motion Passed: Approval to adjourn the meeting passed with a motion by Christy Winfrey and a second by Mary Beth Drennan.
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