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I.
Call to Order.
I.A.
Roll Call
I.B.
Pledge of Allegiance/Mission and Vision
I.C.
Adopt Agenda
Order #6 - Motion Passed: Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval to adopt the agenda as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Mrs. Tiffany Combs.
II.
Presentations/Reports
II.A.
Student/Staff Recognitions
II.A.1.
2025-2026 Staff Perfect Attendance
II.A.1.a.
Eddie Baker
II.A.1.b.
Michael Barker
II.A.1.c.
Hannah Collins
II.A.1.d.
Renee Davidson
II.A.1.e.
Charles Fugate
II.A.1.f.
Jervis Neace
II.A.1.g.
Melissa “Lisa” Smith
II.A.1.h.
Greg Snowden
II.A.1.i.
Brent Turner
II.A.2.
26-27 Scholarship Recipient's
II.A.2.a.
Casey Allen
II.A.2.b.
Natasha Bowling
II.A.2.c.
Brooklyn Bryant
II.A.2.d.
Jeremy J Hall
II.A.2.e.
Melissa Hall
II.A.2.f.
Karen McIntosh
II.A.2.g.
Jeremy Noble
II.A.2.h.
Lakyn Nickell
II.A.2.i.
Tammy Ritchie
II.A.2.j.
Camron Turner
II.A.2.k.
Viola Rose
II.A.2.l.
Jamie Turner
II.A.2.m.
Brent Turner
II.A.2.n.
Megan White
II.A.3.
STAK-Most Improved Transportation Department
II.B.
Reports
II.B.1.
Superintendent Report
III.
Student Learning and Support Items Recommended for Approval
III.A.
CONSENT ITEMS
Order #7 - Motion Passed: Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of consent items 1-19 listed below passed with a motion by Mrs. Tiffany Combs and a second by Ms. Anna Morris.
III.A.1.
Consider approval of the 2026-2027 ARC Chairperson Designee (s).
III.A.2.
Consider approval of renewing KSBA Custom Policy/Procedure Services and eMeeting Maintenance for the 2026-2027 school year.
III.A.3.
Consider approval of renewing membership with KSBA for the 2026-2027 school year.
III.A.4.
Consider approval of the KVEC Membership Agreement for the 2026-2027 school year.
III.A.5.
Consider approval of the MOA with HCTC for Dual Credit for the 2026-2027 school year.
III.A.6.
Consider approval of the MOA with Hazard Community College for the IECE and Education program.
III.A.7.
Consider approval of the Local Head Start MOA with Middle Kentucky Head Start for the 2026-2027 school year.
III.A.8.
Consider approval of Breathitt County Imagination Library Participation Contract.
III.A.9.
Consider approval of the agreement with Dollywood Foundation.
III.A.10.
Consider approval of the Safe Return to In-Person Instruction and Continuity of Services Plan.
III.A.11.
Consider approval of financial assistance to pay for additional student dual credit classes that are not covered from the Work Ready scholarship at the ATC.
III.A.12.
Consider approval of the Western Governors University Placement Agreement.
III.A.13.
Consider approval of board members attending the KSBA Fall 2026 Regional Meeting.
III.A.14.
Consider approval of proposed student fees for the 2026-2027 school year for BHS, at $10.00 parking pass per driver and FFA $20.00 per student.
III.A.15.
Consider approval of facility usage agreement for Appalachian Mountain Wrestling to utilize the BHS PE GYM contingent upon providing insurance, on September 11(set-up) and September 12, 2026 (Event).
III.A.16.
Considering approval of the following Fundraiser Request(s) for the 26-27 school year.
III.A.16.a.
Old Ky Chocolates-HTS
III.A.16.b.
Severs Donuts and Gourmet Suckers-HTS
III.A.16.c.
Kona Ice-SES
III.A.16.d.
Boo Grams-SES
III.A.16.e.
T-shirts-Sweatshirts-SES
III.A.16.f.
Ducks-SES
III.A.16.g.
Christmas Ornaments-SES
III.A.16.h.
Popcorn-SES
III.A.17.
Consider approval of the 2026 Kentucky Incentives for Prevention (KIP) Student Survey MOU.
III.A.18.
Consider approval of the Interagency Agreement and Memorandum of Understanding with the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet Department of Juvenile Justice for the Breathitt Regional School and Breathitt Learning Academy.
III.A.19.
Consider approval of the agreement to participate in the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program with the Kentucky Department of Education’s Division of School and Community Nutrition and the USDA.
III.B.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
III.B.1.
Consider approval of June 16, 2026, regular meeting minutes.
Order #8 - Motion Passed: Based on the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of the minutes for June 16, 2026 passed with a motion by Ms. Anna Morris and a second by Mr. Albert Little.
III.B.2.
Consider approval of the July 23, 2026, regular work Session meeting minutes.
Order #9 - Motion Passed: Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of the July 23, 2026, regular Work Session meeting minutes passed with a motion by Mrs. Tiffany Combs and a second by Mr. Albert Little.
III.B.3.
Consider approval of the June 2026 Treasurer's Report.
Order #10 - Motion Passed: Based on the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of the Treasurer's Report for June 2026 passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Mrs. Tiffany Combs.
III.B.4.
Consider approval of the July 2026 bills for payment.
Order #11 - Motion Passed: Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, passed with a motion by Ms. Anna Morris and a second by Mrs. Tiffany Combs.
III.B.5.
Consider approval of a stipend in the amount of $2,000 for staff completing LETRS training, to be funded by the literacy grant.
Order #12 - Motion Passed: Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of a stipend in the amount of $2,000 for staff completing LETRS training, to be funded by the literacy grant passed with a motion by Mrs. Tiffany Combs and a second by Mr. Albert Little.
III.B.6.
Consider approval of the Civics test for Breathitt High School.
Order #13 - Motion Passed: Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of the Civic test for Breathitt High School passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Mrs. Tiffany Combs.
III.B.7.
Consider approval of switching from Delta Dental to Superior Dental through the Houchens Benefit Program, with comparable coverage and lower price.
Order #14 - Motion Passed: Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of switching from Delta Dental to Superior Dental through the Houchens Benefit Program, with comparable coverage and lower price passed with a motion by Ms. Anna Morris and a second by Mr. Albert Little.
III.B.8.
Consider approval of the second and final reading of the 2026-2027 Employee Handbook and Substitute Teacher Handbook.
Order #15 - Motion Passed: Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of the first reading of the 2026-2027 Employee Handbook and Substitute Teacher Handbook passed with a motion by Mrs. Tiffany Combs and a second by Mr. Albert Little.
III.B.9.
Consider approval of the second and final reading of the 2026-2027 Coaches Handbook.
Order #16 - Motion Passed: Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of the second and final reading of the 2026-2027 Coaches Handbook passed with a motion by Ms. Anna Morris and a second by Mr. Albert Little.
III.B.10.
Consider approval of the second and final reading of the 2026-2027 Discipline Code Book.
Order #17 - Motion Passed: Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of the second reading of the 2026-2027 Discipline Code Book passed with a motion by Ms. Anna Morris and a second by Mr. Albert Little.
III.B.11.
Consider approval of the second and final reading of KSBA Policy update #49 and procedure update #30.
Order #18 - Motion Passed: Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of the second and final reading of KSBA Policy update #49 and procedure update #30 passed with a motion by Mrs. Tiffany Combs and a second by Mr. Albert Little.
III.B.12.
Consider approval of the snow plan for 2026-2027.
Order #19 - Motion Passed: Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, Consider approval of the snow plan for 2026-2027 passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Ms. Anna Morris.
IV.
BUILDING/GROUNDS/FACILITIES
IV.A.
Breathitt High Roof Replacement BG# 26-201
Order #20 - Motion Passed: Based upon the recommendations of Superintendent Phillip Watts, Breathitt High Roof Replacement BG# 26-201 items AA.1-3 listed below passed with a motion by Mrs. Tiffany Combs and a second by Mr. Albert Little.
IV.A.1.
Consider approval of the contractor pay application from Bri-Den in the amount of $256,734.00 for the Breathitt High Roof Replacement BG# 26-201.
IV.A.2.
Consider approval of the Owner DPO Payments totaling $424,522.37 for materials purchased for the Breathitt High Roof Replacement BG# 26-201.
IV.A.3.
Consider approval of the change order #2 from Bri-Den in the amount of $18,764.00 to correct undersized roof drains for the Breathitt High Roof Replacement BG# 26-201.
IV.B.
Highland Turner Roof Replacement + Site Work BG# 26-202.
Order #21 - Motion Passed: Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, Highland Turner Roof Replacement + Site Work BG# 26-202, items B. 1-2 passed with a motion by Ms. Anna Morris and a second by Mrs. Tiffany Combs.
IV.B.1.
Consider approval of the contractor pay application from Allen Construction in the amount of $248,858.17 for the Highland Turner Roof Replacement + Site Work BG# 26-202.
IV.B.2.
Consider approval of the Owner DPO payments totaling $47,179.77 for the Highland Turner Roof Replacement + Site Work BG# 26-202.
IV.C.
ATC (BG #24-189)
IV.C.1.
Consider approval of partial payment to Standafer Builders for the remaining new area technology center project in the amount of $50,000.
Order #22 - Motion Passed: Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of partial payment to Standafer Builders for the remaining new area technology center project in the amount of $50,000 passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Mrs. Tiffany Combs.
V.
Personnel Notifications
VI.
Informational Items
VI.A.
Communication/Sharing (All Present)
VI.B.
School Financial Reports
VI.C.
School SBDM Reports
VII.
Consider approval of going into closed session in compliance with KRS 61.810 (1)(k) and KRS 156.557(6)(c), for discussion regarding the superintendent's evaluation.
Order #23 - Motion Passed: Entering closed session in compliance with KRS 61.810 (1)(k) and KRS 156.557 (6)(c), for discussion regarding the superintendent's evaluation at 5:40p.m. passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Mrs. Tiffany Combs.
VII.A.
Consider approval of returning to open session.
Order #24 - Motion Passed: Returning to open session at 6:26 passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Ms. Anna Morris.
VII.B.
Consider approval of Superintendent's goals.
Order #25 - Motion Passed: Approval of Superintendent goals as follows:
Managerial-The Superintendent will ensure a safe, respectful, and welcoming learning environment that fosters a climate of support, mutual respect, and community engagement among students, families, and staff. This commitment will be reflected through ongoing facility upgrades, construction progress, and improvements to the physical and professional work environment.
In alignment with this goal, the Superintendent will also strengthen a collaborative, values-driven, and visionary, budget process. This includes:
• Conducting regular budget reviews to ensure transparency, fiscal responsibility, and alignment with district priorities.
• Strategically allocating resources to sustain effective and efficient operations across all departments.
• Ensuring that budget decisions support the creation and maintenance of safe, modern, and equitable learning spaces.
Together, these efforts will reinforce the district’s commitment to excellence in both educational environments and operational stewardship.
Goal 2: Instructional-The Superintendent will clearly articulate and uphold rigorous academic expectations by ensuring the implementation of a comprehensive and developmentally appropriate curriculum across all grade levels, including lower primary (K–3). This curriculum will be defined by its content, scope, and sequence and aligned with state standards and local priorities. To achieve this, the Superintendent will:
• Maintain a unified curriculum framework that supports vertical and horizontal alignment across grade levels.
• Ensure equitable distribution of instructional resources to support effective teaching and learning.
• Prioritize Grades 7–12, with a particular focus on Breathitt High School, as new instructional resources are integrated.
• Conduct regular reviews of the implemented curriculum to verify fidelity, relevance, and effectiveness, especially in early foundational grades and newly resourced areas.
This goal reflects a commitment to academic consistency, equity, and continuous improvement from early learning through high school graduation. passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Mrs. Tiffany Combs.
VIII.
Adjournment
Order #26 - Motion Passed: There being no further business of the Board, adjournment at 6:27p.m. passed with a motion by Mr. John Hollan and a second by Mr. Albert Little.
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