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I.
Call To Order
Mr. Vest called the Regular Meeting of the Russell Independent Board of Education to order at 6:00 p.m.
I.A.
Moment of Silence
Mr. Vest led those in attendance in a Moment of Silence.
I.B.
Pledge to the United States Flag
Mr. Vest led those in attendance in the Pledge to the United States Flag.
I.C.
District Mission Statement
Our mission is to inspire and empower all students to reach their maximum potential: one student, one lesson, one day at a time.
Progressing into the future…
Our Students are our top priority.
Our School Family plays a crucial role in student development, achievement, and success.
Our Parents are supportive partners and are essential in the advancement of each student.
Our Community shares our desire to develop highly skilled and productive citizens.
Our Technology enables our students to reach beyond the classroom.
Our Culture inspires leadership and excellence.
Our Academics focus on rigorous standards and global success.
II.
Adopt the Agenda
Order #67829 - Motion Passed: Approval of the agenda passed with a motion by Mr. John Jones and a second by Mr. Sean Whitt.
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Ms. Debbie Finley
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Absent
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Mr. John Jones
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Yes
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Ms. Judy Ledford
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Yes
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Mr. Terry Vest
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Yes
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Mr. Sean Whitt
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Yes
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III.
Delegations
Procedures for Addressing the Board of Education
The Russell Independent School District Board of Education encourages attendance at meetings of the Board of Education. The Board of Education understands that from time to time the public may wish to share opinions with them at these meetings. Procedures for speaking to the Board of Education are detailed below:
· Those who wish to address the Board of Education must sign the Delegation sheet provided prior to each Regular Meeting. This sheet can be found beside the Board Agenda on a podium near the entrance of the room.
· Generally, in the first ten minutes of the Meeting, the Board Chair will ask for delegations. At this time please state your name, the name of the organization or group that you are representing, and the subject that you would like to address. Please keep in mind that issues regarding a specific school should be shared with Principal and/or Site Based Decision Making Council, as that is the governing body for that school.
· Individuals may address the Board of Education for a maximum of 5 minutes, as determined by the Board Chair.
· The Board Chair reserves the right to intervene in order to maintain order and to ensure the expedient conduct of the Board’s business.
· Comments to the Board should be stated in a professional manner. Accusations and/or disparaging remarks about individuals will not be permitted.
IV.
Recognitions/Achievements/Reports
V.
Notification of Personnel Matters
Personnel for Board Information Only in accordance with KRS 160.390 (2)
VI.
Regular Business
VI.A.
Approval of Minutes of November 28, 2022 Regular Meeting
Order #67830 - Motion Passed: Approval of the minutes from the November 28, 2022 Regular Meeting passed with a motion by Ms. Judy Ledford and a second by Mr. John Jones.
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Ms. Debbie Finley
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Absent
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Mr. John Jones
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Yes
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Ms. Judy Ledford
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Yes
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Mr. Terry Vest
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Yes
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Mr. Sean Whitt
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Yes
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VI.B.
Treasurer's Report
Order #67831 - Motion Passed: Approval of the Treasurer's Report showing a balance of $10,930,970.15
passed with a motion by Mr. Sean Whitt and a second by Ms. Judy Ledford.
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Ms. Debbie Finley
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Absent
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Mr. John Jones
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Yes
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Ms. Judy Ledford
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Yes
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Mr. Terry Vest
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Yes
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Mr. Sean Whitt
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Yes
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VI.C.
Payment of Accounts Payable and Payroll
Order #67832 - Motion Passed: Approval of payment of Accounts Payable and Payroll passed with a motion by Mr. John Jones and a second by Mr. Sean Whitt.
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Ms. Debbie Finley
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Absent
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Mr. John Jones
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Yes
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Ms. Judy Ledford
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Yes
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Mr. Terry Vest
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Yes
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Mr. Sean Whitt
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Yes
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VII.
Consent Agenda
Order #67833 - Motion Passed: Approval of the Consent Agenda as presented passed with a motion by Ms. Judy Ledford and a second by Mr. John Jones.
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Ms. Debbie Finley
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Absent
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Mr. John Jones
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Yes
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Ms. Judy Ledford
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Yes
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Mr. Terry Vest
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Yes
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Mr. Sean Whitt
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Yes
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VII.A.
Fundraisers
VII.B.
Overnight Trips
VII.C.
Rental Applications
VIII.
New Business
VIII.A.
Consider approval of January 24, 2023 Board of Education Meeting to be held at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room of Central Office
Order #67834 - Motion Passed: Approval of January 24, 2023 Board of Education Meeting to be held at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room of Central Office passed with a motion by Mr. Terry Vest and a second by Mr. Sean Whitt.
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Ms. Debbie Finley
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Absent
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Mr. John Jones
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Yes
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Ms. Judy Ledford
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Yes
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Mr. Terry Vest
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Yes
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Mr. Sean Whitt
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Yes
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VIII.B.
Consider approval of Board of Education Meeting Dates for 2023
Order #67835 - Motion Passed: Approval of Board of Education Meeting Dates for 2023 passed with a motion by Ms. Judy Ledford and a second by Mr. John Jones.
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Ms. Debbie Finley
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Absent
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Mr. John Jones
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Yes
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Ms. Judy Ledford
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Yes
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Mr. Terry Vest
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Yes
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Mr. Sean Whitt
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Yes
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VIII.C.
Consider Extra Service Pay for Teacher Academy Mentors in the Fall Semester 2022
Order #67836 - Motion Passed: Approval of Extra Service Pay for Teacher Academy Mentors in the Fall Semester 2022 passed with a motion by Ms. Judy Ledford and a second by Mr. Sean Whitt.
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Ms. Debbie Finley
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Absent
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Mr. John Jones
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Yes
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Ms. Judy Ledford
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Yes
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Mr. Terry Vest
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Yes
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Mr. Sean Whitt
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Yes
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VIII.D.
Consider approval of second reading of the 2023-2024 School Calendar
Order #67837 - Motion Passed: Approval of second reading of the 2023-2024 School Calendar passed with a motion by Mr. Sean Whitt and a second by Mr. John Jones.
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Ms. Debbie Finley
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Absent
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Mr. John Jones
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Yes
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Ms. Judy Ledford
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Yes
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Mr. Terry Vest
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Yes
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Mr. Sean Whitt
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Yes
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VIII.E.
Consider approval of Overnight Trip and Funding for RHS/RMS Students attending KMEA All State Choirs, Bands and Orchestras
Order #67838 - Motion Passed: Approval of Overnight Trip and Funding of approximately $2442.86 for RHS/RMS Students attending KMEA All State Choirs, Bands and Orchestras passed with a motion by Ms. Judy Ledford and a second by Mr. John Jones.
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Ms. Debbie Finley
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Absent
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Mr. John Jones
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Yes
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Ms. Judy Ledford
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Yes
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Mr. Terry Vest
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Yes
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Mr. Sean Whitt
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Yes
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VIII.F.
Consider payment of Uncollectible Food Service Charges
Order #67839 - Motion Passed: Approval of payment of Uncollectible Food Service Charges totaling $854.15 passed with a motion by Mr. John Jones and a second by Ms. Judy Ledford.
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Ms. Debbie Finley
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Absent
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Mr. John Jones
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Yes
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Ms. Judy Ledford
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Yes
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Mr. Terry Vest
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Yes
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Mr. Sean Whitt
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Yes
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VIII.G.
Consider approval of Construction Documents for BG 23-258
Order #67840 - Motion Passed: Approval of Construction Documents for BG 23-258 passed with a motion by Mr. John Jones and a second by Mr. Terry Vest.
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Ms. Debbie Finley
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Absent
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Mr. John Jones
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Yes
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Ms. Judy Ledford
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Yes
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Mr. Terry Vest
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Yes
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Mr. Sean Whitt
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Yes
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VIII.H.
Consider approval of the BG3 – CD Phase for BG 23-258
Order #67841 - Motion Passed: Approval of the BG3 – CD Phase for BG 23-258 passed with a motion by Mr. Sean Whitt and a second by Ms. Judy Ledford.
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Ms. Debbie Finley
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Absent
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Mr. John Jones
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Yes
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Ms. Judy Ledford
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Yes
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Mr. Terry Vest
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Yes
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Mr. Sean Whitt
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Yes
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VIII.I.
Consider purchase of one Hyperglute Machine for the Athletic Department
Order #67842 - Motion Passed: Approval to purchase one Hyperglute Machine at a cost of approximately $7,750 for the Athletic Department passed with a motion by Mr. John Jones and a second by Mr. Terry Vest.
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Ms. Debbie Finley
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Absent
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Mr. John Jones
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Yes
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Ms. Judy Ledford
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Yes
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Mr. Terry Vest
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Yes
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Mr. Sean Whitt
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Yes
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VIII.J.
Consider acceptance of KETS 1st Offer of Assistance from the Office of Education Technology
Order #67843 - Motion Passed: Acceptance of KETS 1st Offer of Assistance from the Office of Education Technology passed with a motion by Mr. Sean Whitt and a second by Ms. Judy Ledford.
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Ms. Debbie Finley
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Absent
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Mr. John Jones
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Yes
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Ms. Judy Ledford
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Yes
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Mr. Terry Vest
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Yes
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Mr. Sean Whitt
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Yes
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IX.
Updates and Information
IX.A.
Student Enrollment/Attendance Reports
IX.B.
Meeting Reminder-Special Called Meeting January 10, 2023 at 12:00 p.m.; Regular Meeting January 24, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.
IX.B.1.
Classified Employee Christmas Luncheon December 22, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. Russell High School
IX.C.
SBDM Information
IX.D.
Cards/Letters
X.
Superintendent's Progress Reports/Updates
XI.
Other Business and Information
XII.
Closing
Order #67844 - Motion Passed: Meeting adjournment at 6:29 p.m. passed with a motion by Mr. Sean Whitt and a second by Ms. Judy Ledford.
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Ms. Debbie Finley
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Absent
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Mr. John Jones
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Yes
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Ms. Judy Ledford
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Yes
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Mr. Terry Vest
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Yes
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Mr. Sean Whitt
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Yes
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