Board Members Jarrod Criswell and Joe Hancock were sworn in.  Copies may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 76.

It was moved by ---, second by --- that --- serve as chairperson for the Wayne County Board of Education.

Order #57 - Motion Passed:  It was moved by Melissa Upchurch, second by Jarrod Criswell that Larry Muse remain chairperson for the Wayne County Board of Education. passed with a motion by Mrs. Melissa Upchurch and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.

It was moved by ---, second by --- that --- serve as vice-chairperson for the Wayne County Board of Education.

Order #58 - Motion Passed:  It was moved by Larry Muse, second by Jarrod Criswell that Melissa Upchurch remain as vice-chairperson for the Wayne County Board of Education. passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.

It was moved by --- and a second by --- that the Board ---

Order #59 - Motion Passed:  It was moved by Jarrod Criswell and a second by Melissa Upchurch that the Board keep the regular meeting time as the third Thursday of each month at 6:15 p.m. at the Wayne County Board of Education building with the exception of school visits. passed with a motion by Mr. Jarrod Criswell and a second by Mrs. Melissa Upchurch.

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Board Members recognized the ATC’s auto mechanics program and their companion SkillsUSA extra-curricular activities with the help of two WCHS seniors – Dawson Piercy, president of Wayne County’s SkillsUSA organization and Cole Crabtree, who has reached the highest level of competition at SkillsUSA by attending nationals in Atlanta this past summer and hopes to repeat his success again this semester.  The Board acknowledged Auto Mechanics Instructor Mark Burke who has led this program for over 25 years. He has an enormous track record of successful graduates that are working in auto mechanics.

With January being Board Member Appreciation month, it was the perfect opportunity for Mr. Burke, Piercy, and Cole to express their appreciation to the Board for the new and improved WC ATC building on campus.  The students and staff have settled into the premiere learning facility after the pandemic and are very thankful for all the new resources the building affords.  It not only benefits high school students who can earn industry certifications that serve as stepping stones towards good jobs, but it is also very important to the community by providing work force readiness skills that attract future employers. Not every county has a technology center school, so Wayne County is indeed fortunate to have one that is conveniently located next to the high school. For many years, it has given many students a leg-up into the work force. Today they offer hands-on instruction in areas like: auto mechanics, industrial maintenance, carpentry, agriculture, machine tool, welding, health services, technology design, business, and Jobs for American Graduates (JAG). They have a very dedicated staff of teachers that make it prosper, coupled with a booming enrollment.

KSBA Annual Conference:  Feb 24-26 @ The Galt House Hotel, Louisville, KY

Superintendent Wayne Roberts began by sharing information regarding the upcoming Kentucky School Board Association (KSBA) Annual Conference in Louisville on February 24-26, 2023.  

Superintendent Roberts went on to update Board Members on the third bus evacuation exercise being held that day.  A state law requires school districts to host four (4) bus evacuation exercises per school year.  

Superintendent Roberts has been meeting with principals again to discuss the progress of new teachers, ensuring they receive the support they need.  

Our next Community Accountability Steering Committee will meet Tuesday, January 24 @ noon.  The next Facility Planning Committee meeting will be held February 8 @ 5:30 p.m.

Ms. Casey Holt, Child Nutrition Services Director, presented a report on nutrition and physical activity.  A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 77.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files #78.

Approval of a BG1 for an indoor air quality renovation at Bell Elementary

Order #60 - Motion Passed:  Approval of a BG1 for an indoor air quality renovation at Bell Elementary passed with a motion by Mrs. Melissa Upchurch and a second by Mr. Benton Sloan.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 79.

Approval to use ESSER Funds to replace upstairs seating in the High School Gym

Order #61 - Motion Passed:  Approval to use ESSER Funds to replace upstairs seating in the High School Gym passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Benton Sloan.

A copy of the estimate may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 80.

Approval to use ESSER Funds to replace auditorium seating

Order #62 - Motion Passed:  Approval to use ESSER Funds to replace auditorium seating passed with a motion by Mrs. Melissa Upchurch and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.

A copy of the estimate may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 81.

Approval of Guaranteed Performance Contract for energy savings with Energy Optimizers, USA

Order #63 - Motion Passed:  Approval of Guaranteed Performance Contract for energy savings with Energy Optimizers, USA passed with a motion by Mrs. Melissa Upchurch and a second by Mr. Larry Muse.

A copy of the report may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 82.

Approval to declare the AJ Lloyd building as surplus property

Order #64 - Motion Passed:  Approval to declare the AJ Lloyd building as surplus property passed with a motion by Mrs. Melissa Upchurch and a second by Mr. Larry Muse.

This vehicle was stolen and totaled.  We can use some parts off it, though.

Approval to declare SV-81 (2008 Chevrolet Impala: VIN# 2G1WB58K481340817) as Salvage Property

Order #65 - Motion Passed:  Approval to declare SV-81 (2008 Chevrolet Impala: VIN# 2G1WB58K481340817) as Salvage Property passed with a motion by Mr. Jarrod Criswell and a second by Mr. Larry Muse.

Approval of items on the Consent Agenda

Order #66 - Motion Passed:  Approval of items on the Consent Agenda passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 83.

(Different from the Ramsey Reunion held in August each year.)

Copies may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 84.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 85.

Adjournment of the meeting

Order #67 - Motion Passed:  Adjournment of the meeting passed with a motion by Mrs. Melissa Upchurch and a second by Mr. Larry Muse.