Wayne County
December 18, 2025 6:00 PM
Wayne County Board of Education Regular Meeting
1. Call to Order
Discussion

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

2. Public Comments
Discussion

None

3. Recognition
Discussion

Superintendent Dishman along with the Board recognized the following High School Fall Esports students for their achievements and presented them with a certificate.


Riley Jones- State Semi-Finalist Madden


Donnielle Foster, Cody Jones, Kayden Daffron, Micah Pryor, Brody Ballou- State Championships Runner-up - Mario Kart


Allen Ehredt- Esports Coach


 

4. Superintendent's Report and Instructional Issues
Brian Dishman
Discussion

Mr. Dishman shared with the Board that the average attendance is 93.24% which is an increase from last year and he is very pleased.

5. Approval of the Comprehensive District Improvement Plan
Recommended Motion

Approval of the Comprehensive District Improvement Plan

Actions Taken

Order #60 - Motion Passed:  Approval of the Comprehensive District Improvement Plan passed with a motion by Mr. Jarrod Criswell and a second by Mr. Tony Roberts.

Discussion

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

6. Approval of the Comprehensive School Improvement Plans for Bell Elementary and Monticello Elementary
Recommended Motion

Approval of the Comprehensive School Improvement Plans for Bell Elementary and Monticello Elementary

Actions Taken

Order #61 - Motion Passed:  Approval of the Comprehensive School Improvement Plans for Bell Elementary and Monticello Elementary passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Ramsey and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.

Discussion

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

7. Approval of a School District Calendar Committee to Review, Develop, and Recommend School Calendar Options for the 2026-2027 School Year
Recommended Motion

Approval of a School District Calendar Committee to Review, Develop, and Recommend School Calendar Options for the 2026-2027 School Year

Actions Taken

Order #62 - Motion Passed:  Approval of a School District Calendar Committee to Review, Develop, and Recommend School Calendar Options for the 2026-2027 School Year passed with a motion by Mr. Tony Roberts and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.

Discussion

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 84

8. Consider Proposals for Special Inspections Related to the Walker Early Learning Center Renovation Project
Recommended Motion

Approve a Proposal from Solid Ground Consulting Engineers for Special Inspections Related to the Walker ELC Renovation Project

Actions Taken

Order #63 - Motion Passed:  Approve a Proposal from Solid Ground Consulting Engineers for Special Inspections Related to the Walker ELC Renovation Project passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Ramsey and a second by Mr. Tony Roberts.

Discussion

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

9. Consider Proposals for Commissioning Services Related to the Walker Early Learning Center Renovation Project
Recommended Motion

Approve a proposal from Facility Commissioning Group for Commissioning Services related to the Walker ELC Renovation Project

Actions Taken

Order #64 - Motion Passed:  Approve a proposal from Facility Commissioning Group for Commissioning Services related to the Walker ELC Renovation Project passed with a motion by Mr. Tony Roberts and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.

Discussion

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files #86

10. Approval of an Invoice to Deco Architects in the Amount of $9,232.44 for Professional Services in Relation to the Walker Early Learning Center Project (BG 21-328)
Recommended Motion

Approval of an Invoice to Deco Architects in the Amount of $9,232.44 for Professional Services in Relation to the Walker Early Learning Center Project (BG 21-328)

Actions Taken

Order #65 - Motion Passed:  Approval of an Invoice to Deco Architects in the Amount of $9,232.44 for Professional Services in Relation to the Walker Early Learning Center Project (BG 21-328) passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Ramsey and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.

Discussion

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files #87

11. Approval of an Invoice to Deco Architects in the Amount of $1,093.22 for Professional Services in Relation to the Wayne County ATC Security Corridor Project
Recommended Motion

Approval of an Invoice to Deco Architects in the Amount of $1,093.22 for Professional Services in Relation to the Wayne County ATC Security Corridor Project

Actions Taken

Order #66 - Motion Passed:  Approval of an Invoice to Deco Architects in the Amount of $1,093.22 for Professional Services in Relation to the Wayne County ATC Security Corridor Project passed with a motion by Mr. Tony Roberts and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.

Discussion

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 88

12. Approval of an Invoice to Deco Architects in the Amount of $9,093.00 for Professional Services in Relation to the Wayne County High School Softball Renovation Project (BG 26-132)
Recommended Motion

Approval of an Invoice to Deco Architects in the Amount of $9,093.00 for Professional Services in Relation to the Wayne County High School Softball Renovation Project (BG 26-132)

Actions Taken

Order #67 - Motion Passed:  Approval of an Invoice to Deco Architects in the Amount of $9,093.00 for Professional Services in Relation to the Wayne County High School Softball Renovation Project (BG 25-311) passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Ramsey and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.

Discussion

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 89

13. Consent Agenda
Actions Taken

Order #68 - Motion Passed:  Approval of the items on the Consent Agenda passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Ramsey and a second by Mr. Tony Roberts.

13.A. Approval of a Memorandum of Agreement for an Option 9 Program with Midway University
Recommended Motion

Approval of a Memorandum of Agreement for an Option 9 Program with Midway University

Discussion

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 90

13.B. Approval of Shortened School Days/Weeks for Student to Receive Doctor Requested Therapy per Students' IEP
Recommended Motion

Approval of Shortened School Days/Weeks for Student to Receive Doctor Requested Therapy per Students' IEP

Discussion

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 91

13.C. Approval of a Memorandum of Agreement for Mental Health Services and Family Support Agency Providing Services on School Property
Recommended Motion

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

Discussion

 A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 92

13.D. Approval of the Wayne County High School Cheerleading Team to Travel to Orlando, Florida for UCA National Competition January 28 - February 2, 2026
Recommended Motion

Approval of the Wayne County High School Cheerleading Team to Travel to Orlando, Florida for UCA National Competition January 28 - February 2, 2026

Discussion

 A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 93

13.E. Approval to Declare Child Nutrition Department Equipment (Floor Mixer, Electrolux, Convection Oven-Single, 2 Steam Kettles-40 Gallon, Steamer, 2 Microwaves, Tilt Skillet, 2 Reach Thru-Refrigerators, Vulcan Flat Top Oven) as Salvage Property
Recommended Motion

Approval to Declare Child Nutrition Department Equipment (Floor Mixer, Electrolux, Convection Oven-Single, 2 Steam Kettles-40 Gallon, Steamer, 2 Microwaves, Tilt Skillet, 2 Reach Thru-Refrigerators, Vulcan Flat Top Oven) as Salvage Property

Discussion

 A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 94

13.F. Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting
13.G. Approval of Claims and Wages
Discussion

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 95

13.H. Approval of Treasurer's Report
Discussion

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 96

14. Adjournment
Recommended Motion

Adjournment of the meeting

Actions Taken

Order #69 - Motion Passed:  Adjournment of the meeting passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Ramsey and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.