Erlanger-Elsmere Independent
September 10, 2026 7:00 PM ET (6:00 CT)
Regular Meeting of the Erlanger-Elsmere Board of Education
I. Call to Order
Discussion

The Board Chair called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm

I.A. Open Meeting
I.B. Pledge to the Flag
II. New Student Board Member, Oumy Faye
Discussion

Oumy Faye was presented as the new student board member. 

III. Recognition
III.A. Krista Wainscott, Retirement
Discussion

Mrs. Wainscott was recognized by the board of education for her retirement.  Mr. Engel reviewed her career in the district. Mrs. Gabbard added remarks recounting their career together. 

IV. Presentations
IV.A. Construction and Facilities Update
Mr. Onkst
Discussion

Mr. Onkst reviewed the current updates on the Howell Project and Lloyd Project.  The update covered change orders and adjustments made to the BG-1. He also reviewed the progress in the new portion of Lloyd.  

IV.B. Curriculum and Instruction
Dr. Key, Mr. Goodenough, Mrs. Stubblefield
Discussion


V. Reports
V.A. Student Board Member Report
Discussion

Oumy Faye reviewed items seniors have currently participated in this year.  

VI. Individuals Desiring to Speak to the Board
Discussion

There were no individuals present to speak to the Board.

VII. Consent Agenda
Actions Taken

Order #2026-1 - Motion Passed:  Approval of the Consent Agenda passed with a motion by Mrs. Teresa Loman Hunter and a second by Mrs. Rachel Retherford.

Member Votes
Mrs. Jamie Apgar Absent
Mrs. Teresa Loman Hunter Yes
Mrs. Rachel Retherford Yes
Mrs. Sarah Shackelford-Ross Absent
Mr. Marvin Townsend Yes
VII.A. Authorize Treasurer to Pay September Salaries
VII.B. Approve August 13, 2026 Monthly Board Meeting Minutes
VII.C. Approve September 3, 2026 Special Board Meeting Minutes
VII.D. Schools, District Personnel, and Department Supervisors
VII.E. Personnel Report
VII.F. Transportation Report
VII.G. Fundraising Report
VIII. Authorize Treasurer to Pay Bills from General Funds and Special Programs
Actions Taken

Order #2026-2 - Motion Passed:  Approval passed with a motion by Mrs. Rachel Retherford and a second by Mr. Marvin Townsend.

Member Votes
Mrs. Jamie Apgar Absent
Mrs. Teresa Loman Hunter Yes
Mrs. Rachel Retherford Yes
Mrs. Sarah Shackelford-Ross Absent
Mr. Marvin Townsend Yes
IX. Approve Detailed Monthly Report and Balance Sheets for August 2026 To Be Posted on the District Website For a Six-month Period (House Bill 154)
Actions Taken

Order #2026-3 - Motion Passed:  Approval passed with a motion by Mrs. Teresa Loman Hunter and a second by Mr. Marvin Townsend.

Member Votes
Mrs. Jamie Apgar Absent
Mrs. Teresa Loman Hunter Yes
Mrs. Rachel Retherford Yes
Mrs. Sarah Shackelford-Ross Absent
Mr. Marvin Townsend Yes
X. Approve the Erlanger-Elsmere Schools FY27 Working Budget
Actions Taken

Order #2026-4 - Motion Passed:  Approval passed with a motion by Mr. Marvin Townsend and a second by Mrs. Rachel Retherford.

Member Votes
Mrs. Jamie Apgar Absent
Mrs. Teresa Loman Hunter Yes
Mrs. Rachel Retherford Yes
Mrs. Sarah Shackelford-Ross Absent
Mr. Marvin Townsend Yes
XI. Approve the Calendar Committee for Development of the 2027-2028 School Calendar
Actions Taken

Order #2026-5 - Motion Passed:  Approval passed with a motion by Mrs. Teresa Loman Hunter and a second by Mr. Marvin Townsend.

Member Votes
Mrs. Jamie Apgar Absent
Mrs. Teresa Loman Hunter Yes
Mrs. Rachel Retherford Yes
Mrs. Sarah Shackelford-Ross Absent
Mr. Marvin Townsend Yes
XII. Approve First Reading of Administrative Assistant to the Director of Pupil Personnel job description
Actions Taken

Order #2026-6 - Motion Passed:  Approve passed with a motion by Mrs. Rachel Retherford and a second by Mrs. Teresa Loman Hunter.

Member Votes
Mrs. Jamie Apgar Absent
Mrs. Teresa Loman Hunter Yes
Mrs. Rachel Retherford Yes
Mrs. Sarah Shackelford-Ross Absent
Mr. Marvin Townsend Yes
XIII. Approve Change Order No. 9 to Lloyd High School-Phase 4 Addition and Renovation (REH #127-1223/BG #25-122)
Actions Taken

Order #2026-7 - Motion Passed:  Approval passed with a motion by Mr. Marvin Townsend and a second by Mrs. Teresa Loman Hunter.

Member Votes
Mrs. Jamie Apgar Absent
Mrs. Teresa Loman Hunter Yes
Mrs. Rachel Retherford Yes
Mrs. Sarah Shackelford-Ross Absent
Mr. Marvin Townsend Yes
XIV. Approve Application and Payment No. 15 to Morel Construction Co., LLC for Lloyd High School-Phase 4 Addition and Renovation (REH #127-1223/BG #25-122)
Actions Taken

Order #2026-8 - Motion Passed:  Approval passed with a motion by Mr. Marvin Townsend and a second by Mrs. Rachel Retherford.

Member Votes
Mrs. Jamie Apgar Absent
Mrs. Teresa Loman Hunter Yes
Mrs. Rachel Retherford Yes
Mrs. Sarah Shackelford-Ross Absent
Mr. Marvin Townsend Yes
XV. Approve Revised BG-1 for Howell Elementary Roof & Masonry (REH #127-925/BG #26-128)
Actions Taken

Order #2026-9 - Motion Passed:  Approval passed with a motion by Mrs. Teresa Loman Hunter and a second by Mrs. Rachel Retherford.

Member Votes
Mrs. Jamie Apgar Absent
Mrs. Teresa Loman Hunter Yes
Mrs. Rachel Retherford Yes
Mrs. Sarah Shackelford-Ross Absent
Mr. Marvin Townsend Yes
XVI. Approve Application and Payment No. 3 to Kelley Brothers Roofing, Inc. for Howell Elementary Roof & Masonry (REH #127-925/BG #26-128)
Actions Taken

Order #2026-10 - Motion Passed:  Approval passed with a motion by Mr. Marvin Townsend and a second by Mrs. Rachel Retherford.

Member Votes
Mrs. Jamie Apgar Absent
Mrs. Teresa Loman Hunter Yes
Mrs. Rachel Retherford Yes
Mrs. Sarah Shackelford-Ross Absent
Mr. Marvin Townsend Yes
XVII. Board Vacancy Update
Discussion

Mr. Engel updated the board that one application has been received during his absence from the district.  He will review and give recommendations to the board for the next steps. 

XVIII. Adjourn
Actions Taken

Order #2026-11 - Motion Passed:  Adjournment passed with a motion by Mrs. Teresa Loman Hunter and a second by Mrs. Rachel Retherford.

Member Votes
Mrs. Jamie Apgar Absent
Mrs. Teresa Loman Hunter Yes
Mrs. Rachel Retherford Yes
Mrs. Sarah Shackelford-Ross Absent
Mr. Marvin Townsend Yes
Discussion

The meeting was adjourned at 7:40 PM.