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I.
Call to Order
II.
Pledge of Allegiance
III.
Consideration of Approval of Board Meeting Agenda
Order #13490 - Motion Passed: APPROVE BOARD MEETING AGENDA passed with a motion by Mrs. Kimbley Iman and a second by Mr. Paul Godfrey.
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Mr. Paul Godfrey
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Yes
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Mrs. Kimbley Iman
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Yes
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Ms. Heather Sharpensteen
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Absent
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Mr. Guy Wallace
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Yes
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Mrs. Brandy Armstrong
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Yes
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IV.
Recognition of Guests and Special Accomplishments
IV.A.
National Beta Club Participants
Shawn Sizemore
We are excited to share some incredible news about the Elizabethtown High School Senior Beta Club’s recent success at the National Beta Convention held June 22–26 in Orlando, Florida.
Our students competed among more than 15,000 Beta members from across the country—and this year, they made history. The Elizabethtown Senior Beta Club set a new school record with 14 national placements, showcasing not only academic excellence but also creativity, collaboration, and leadership.
Here are our national results:
- 1st Place, Language Arts (9th Grade): Grace Zheng – National Champion
- 1st Place, Math (9th Grade): Kelsey Wayne – National Champion
- 2nd Place, Science (9th Grade): Gabriella Frank
- 2nd Place, Biomedical Science (12th Grade): Maddie Hill
- 3rd Place, Psychology (9th Grade): Emma Rains
- 3rd Place, Psychology (12th Grade): Michelle Zheng
- 3rd Place, Biology (9th Grade): Jocelyn Armstrong
- 5th Place Math (11th Grade): Kevin Tse
- 5th Place, Create an Animate: Olivia Norris & Haylee McCallister
- 5th Place, Quiz Bowl: Jake Hubbard, Jack McGlone, Ben Hanson, Ethan Cox, and Luke Medley
- 6th Place, Quilling: Olivia Norris
- 6th Place, Agriscience (11th Grade): Joseph Whelan
- 7th Place, Convention Invention: Ava Emerine, Ava Purcell, Alexis Hayes, and Charlotte Emerine
- 7th Place, Service Learning Showcase: Elizabethtown Beta Club
We are incredibly proud of the dedication and teamwork demonstrated by our students throughout the year and at the national level. Their achievements are a testament to the hard work of our club members, sponsors, and the strong support from our district and community.
Thank you for your continued support of our Beta program. Please let us know if you’d like any additional information or photos to help share this exciting news.
Mr. Shawn Sizemore introduced a couple of the students who competed and won at the National Beta Convention. Mr. Sizemore noted that many students were at various activities and sports this evening. Mr. Sizemore noted that after 8 years, this was his last year with the EHS Beta Club. Mr. Mullins thanked Shawn for his service on behalf of the Board.
V.
Approve Consent Agenda
Order #13491 - Motion Passed: APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA passed with a motion by Mr. Paul Godfrey and a second by Mrs. Kimbley Iman.
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Mr. Paul Godfrey
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Yes
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Mrs. Kimbley Iman
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Yes
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Ms. Heather Sharpensteen
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Absent
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Mr. Guy Wallace
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Yes
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Mrs. Brandy Armstrong
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Yes
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V.A.
Acknowledge receipt of the Personnel Actions that have taken place since the last Board Meeting
V.B.
Acknowledge Receipt of the SBDM Written Reports
Attached are the SBDM Written Reports from Elizabethtown High School, Helmwood Heights Elementary, Morningside Elementary, TK Stone and Panther Academy for review.
V.C.
Approve Board Meeting Minutes
V.D.
Approve the Treasurer's Monthly Financial Report and Payment of Bills and Claims
V.E.
Approve Summary of Payments No. 5
V.F.
Approve Fundraisers for 2025-2026 School Year
V.G.
Approve Agreement of Cooperation between EIS and Spectrum Care Academy
V.H.
Approve MOA with Central Kentucky Head Start
V.I.
Review 2025 Etown School District Data Security Update
V.J.
Approve 25-26 Tax Levy
SEE ATTACHED.
V.K.
Acknowledge Receipt of Departmental Updates
V.L.
Approve Bid for Communications Technologies
V.M.
Approve Hardship Graduation Application
Board Members View Rights Only - See attached
V.N.
Approve Emergency Certifications
Mrs. Derisa Hindle is requesting approval for an Emergency Teaching Certification for a Middle School Science Teacher and a Reading/Math Interventionist and two Elementary Teachers. Postings to attract and employ teachers in these positions were placed on the Kentucky Employment Placement Service (KEPS) and on the district's application software (TalentEd), and on vacancy announcements throughout the district. The best candidate for the middle school science position is an applicant who served as a long-term substitute in middle Science last year and is seeking admission into a Masters' of Art in Teaching program in this content area. The best candidate for the Reading/Math Interventionist is an applicant who served in this role during the past school year and has positive relationships with the students and staff. He is currently working to complete his certification. The one candidate for the Elementary Teacher position has served in this role during the past two years and just completed his masters' degree but is awaiting exam results for his full certification. The other candidate has served in this role during the past two years and just completed her masters' degree but is awaiting exam results for her full certification
We are also requesting approval for an Emergency Substitute Teaching Certification for the following individuals:
Finn Thompson
Cameron Randall
La'Shandria Woodson
Alexandria Finlay
Debbie Randall
Kayeleigh Mindock
Cassie Holley
Caesar Camacho
V.O.
Approve Mission/Vision for Elizabethtown Independent Schools
A survey of 2 potential mission statements and 3 potential vision statements was sent to all staff in June. The same survey was sent to the community (via social media) in July. The results are attached. Based on this feedback, we would like to submit the attached mission/vision statement for approval.
VI.
Action Items
VI.A.
Approve BG1
Attached are the BG1 application form already submitted to KDE, roof repair proposal, and capital funds request form for the August board meeting for Morningside's roof repair.
Order #13492 - Motion Passed: Approve BG1 passed with a motion by Mrs. Kimbley Iman and a second by Mrs. Brandy Armstrong.
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Mr. Paul Godfrey
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Yes
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Mrs. Kimbley Iman
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Yes
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Ms. Heather Sharpensteen
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Absent
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Mr. Guy Wallace
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Yes
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Mrs. Brandy Armstrong
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Yes
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Mr. Mullins explained the need for the BG1, for the MES Roofing.
VII.
New Business
VIII.
Department Update - Instruction
Dan Lockwood
Mr. Dan Lockwood and Ms. Wesley Hatfield presented to the Board about Teacher Clarity for the 2025-2026 school year. Mr. Lockwood and Ms. Hatfield offered to answer questions from the Board. Ms. Iman asked about the effect size percentages that were spoke about early in the presentation. Mr. Lockwood said that was a measure of the impact they could have. Ms. Iman asked where we are at currently and where do we hope to get. Mr. Lockwood said he will look into it and follow up with her.
IX.
Superintendent's Comments
Paul M. Mullins
Mr. Mullins said it's been a good start to the school year. Mr. Mullins thanked all the principals and the leadership team to help get the buildings and students ready for the first day, especially Hope Janes and Heather Goodman for their leadership. He wants to thank Alpha and Omega for their work to clean the buildings to get ready for the first day. He wants to thank Chuck Jones for his work on Social Media. He wants to thank Travis Gay and Kim Jones for stepping up in the Transportation Department. He wants to thank Derisa Hindle for their work in Human Resources. He wants to thank his secretary, Nora Gocking for her help. He wants to thank Dr. Fletcher for coming to speak to staff on Opening Day. He also wants to thank Cain Alvey, Director of Special Programs for helping to make the beginning of the school year a success. He wants to also thank Dan Lockwood and Wesley Hatfield for their instructional leadership to start the year.
X.
Public Comment
XI.
Executive Session for the Purpose of Discussing Matters as Outlined in KRS 61.810 (if needed)
Order #13493 - Motion Passed: MOTION TO ENTER EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR THE PURPOSE OF DISCUSSING MATTERS AS OUTLINED IN KRS 61.810 passed with a motion by Mrs. Brandy Armstrong and a second by Mr. Paul Godfrey.
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Mr. Paul Godfrey
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Yes
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Mrs. Kimbley Iman
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Yes
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Ms. Heather Sharpensteen
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Absent
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Mr. Guy Wallace
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Yes
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Mrs. Brandy Armstrong
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Yes
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Order #13494 - Motion Passed: MOTION TO ENTER REGULAR SESSION passed with a motion by Mr. Paul Godfrey and a second by Mrs. Brandy Armstrong.
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Mr. Paul Godfrey
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Yes
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Mrs. Kimbley Iman
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Yes
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Ms. Heather Sharpensteen
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Absent
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Mr. Guy Wallace
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Yes
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Mrs. Brandy Armstrong
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Yes
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XII.
Evaluation of the Superintendent
Order #13495 - Motion Passed: Mr. Mullins received a score of Exemplary in his evaluation passed with a motion by Mr. Paul Godfrey and a second by Mrs. Brandy Armstrong.
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Mr. Paul Godfrey
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Yes
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Mrs. Kimbley Iman
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Yes
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Ms. Heather Sharpensteen
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Absent
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Mr. Guy Wallace
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Yes
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Mrs. Brandy Armstrong
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Yes
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XIII.
Adjournment
Order #13496 - Motion Passed: Adjourn passed with a motion by Mrs. Kimbley Iman and a second by Mr. Paul Godfrey.
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Mr. Paul Godfrey
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Yes
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Mrs. Kimbley Iman
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Yes
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Ms. Heather Sharpensteen
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Absent
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Mr. Guy Wallace
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Yes
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Mrs. Brandy Armstrong
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Yes
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