Elizabethtown Independent
May 18, 2026 6:00 PM
Board of Education Regular Meeting
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I. Call to Order
II. Pledge of Allegiance
Rationale

The Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag - Kids Bible Lessons

 

III. Consideration of Approval of Board Meeting Agenda
Actions Taken

Order #13538 - Motion Passed:  APPROVE BOARD MEETING AGENDA passed with a motion by Ms. Heather Sharpensteen and a second by Mrs. Brandy Armstrong.

Member Votes
Mr. Paul Godfrey Yes
Mrs. Kimbley Iman Absent
Ms. Heather Sharpensteen Yes
Mr. Guy Wallace Yes
Mrs. Brandy Armstrong Yes
IV. Recognition of Guests and Special Accomplishments
IV.A. KHSAA Advisory Students
Josh Henderson
Rationale

Sixteen student-athletes from across the Commonwealth of Kentucky serve on the KHSAA Student Advisory Group each year. Ms. Vivian Fox from Elizabethtown High School served on the Advisory Council for the 2025-2026 school year and Ms. Mya Moore and  Mr. Landon Atcher from Elizabethtown High School will be serving for the 2026-2027 school year. EIS is proud of all three of these students and their leadership!

Discussion

Mr. Josh Henderson introduced Ms. Vivian Fox, Ms. Mya Moore and Mr. Landon Atcher and spoke about their accomplishments serving on the KHSAA Advisory Council. 

IV.B. Students of the Month
Principals
Rationale

These April Students of the Month were unable to attend in April:

Elizabethtown High School - Saniya Wheeler

Panther Academy - Jace Rose

 

May Students of the Month:

Elizabethtown High School - Caleb Chambliss

T.K. Stone Middle School -Griffin Johnson

Morningside Elementary - Kinslee Sweetenburg

Helmwood Heights Elementary - Ellie Yates

Panther Academy - Knox Stevens

 

Attachments
Discussion

Ms. Carla Kuhn introduced Jace Rose as April's Panther Academy Student of the Month and gave a description of his accomplishments and achievements.

Ms. Carla Kuhn introduced Knox Stevens as May's Panther Academy Student of the Month and gave a description of his accomplishments and achievements.

Mr. Aaron Howell introduced Ellie Yates as May's Helmwood Heights Elementary Student of the Month and gave a description of her accomplishments and achievements.

Ms. Heather Goodman introduced Kinslee Sweetenburg as May's Morningside Elementary Student of the Month and gave a description of her accomplishments and achievements.

Ms. Hope Janes introduced Griffin Johnson as May's T.K. Stone's Student of the Month and gave a description of his accomplishments and achievements.

Mr. Josh Henderson introduced Caleb Chambliss as May's Elizabethtown High School's Student of the Month and gave a description of his accomplishments and achievements.

Mr. Josh Henderson introduced Saniya Wheeler as April's Elizabethtown High School's Student of the Month and gave a description of her accomplishments and achievements.


IV.C. TKS Lady Panther Soccer Champions
Brandon Parsons
Rationale

Irelyn Banet 

Harper Bickett 

Brynleigh Blair

Catherine Cecil

Jordyn Flickinger

Palmer Galey 

Sophia Hebert

Lynnleigh Hill 

Noelle Michael

Evelyn Shirts

Anna Spears

Jade Swiney

Belle Terry

Zeze Bradley

Kylie Brown

MB Clemons                                        

Eden Couchout 

Cali French

Hannah Jensen 

Autumn Pollock 

Adair Worth  

Presley Gay 

Aliviah Green

Addi Gruber

Tenley Pelley

 

Discussion

Mr. Brandon Parsons introduced the TKS Lady Panther Soccer team and gave a brief description of their undefeated Championship Season.

IV.D. Educator's Rising - Audrey Looten
Lisa Lenberger
Rationale

 Audrey Looten, one of Elizabethtown High’s own, has been elected to serve as our Director of Outreach and Service for the upcoming year. 

 

This is an outstanding achievement and a testament to your student’s leadership, character, and commitment to the education profession. Their selection also reflects the strong support, encouragement, and opportunities provided by your school community. 
As a State Officer, Audrey will have the opportunity to represent Educators Rising Kentucky, serve fellow members across the state, and further develop their leadership and professional skills throughout the year. 

 

Would you be willing to help us create a surprise moment for Audrey by this Friday? We are planning to announce the recognition on Friday, May 15, and it would be wonderful if we could include a short “congratulations” video from you all acknowledging her achievement. One idea is to surprise her during her T&L class, if that works for your schedule. Of course, we are open to other creative ways to make the moment special as well. Let me know what might be possible and how we can make this celebration memorable for her.

 

Congratulations once again and thank you for your continued support of Educators Rising Kentucky! 

Discussion

Mr. Josh Henderson introduced Audrey Looten as the newly elected Director of Outreach and Service for the state's Educator's Rising. 

V. Approve Consent Agenda
Actions Taken

Order #13539 - Motion Passed:  APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA passed with a motion by Mr. Guy Wallace and a second by Mrs. Brandy Armstrong.

Member Votes
Mr. Paul Godfrey Yes
Mrs. Kimbley Iman Absent
Ms. Heather Sharpensteen Yes
Mr. Guy Wallace Yes
Mrs. Brandy Armstrong Yes
V.A. Approve Fundraisers
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Attachments
V.B. Approve Overnight Field Trip Requests
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Please see attached

V.C. Acknowledge receipt of the Personnel Actions that have taken place since the last Board Meeting and Employee Recognitions
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V.D. Approve Board Meeting Minutes
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V.E. Acknowledge Receipt of SBDM Minute Reports
Rationale


 
Attached are the SBDM Written Reports from Elizabethtown High School, Helmwood Heights Elementary, Morningside Elementary, TK Stone and Panther Academy for review.
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V.F. Approve the Treasurer's Monthly Financial Report and Payment of Bills and Claims
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Attachments
V.G. Approve Summary of Payments No. 14
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V.H. Acknowledge Receipt of Departmental and School Updates
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Attachments
V.I. Approve Munis Student Activity Quote
Rationale

This is a new product for us to bring the bookkeepers into Munis for Student Activity.

Attachments
V.J. Approve MOU with Western Governors University
Attachments
V.K. Approve MOA with KCTCS
Attachments
V.L. Approve KEDC Cooperative Membership Agreement for 2026-2027
Attachments
V.M. Approve Petitions for Early Enrollment
Rationale

Attached are some petitions for Early Kindergarten enrollments for approval. 3 students were tested.  2students met the requirements for early enrollment. Please see the attached applications for Board View Only.

V.N. Approve Capital Funds Request - Mechanical replacement Equipment TKS Basement
V.O. Approve Engineering for MES HVAC Project
Attachments
V.P. Approve Trane HVAC for Morningside Elementary
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V.Q. Approve Property, General Liability, and Umbrella Insurance with Houchens Insurance Group
Attachments
V.R. Approve Final SBDM Allocations
Attachments
VI. Action Items
Discussion

Mr. Adam Hinton gave handouts to the Board regarding the Tentative Budget for 2026-2027 and Salary Schedules for 2026-2027 and went over highlights. Mr. Paul Mullins spoke to some of the highlights as well of the Budgets as well. 

Mr. Paul Mullins spoke about the Salary Schedules presented and gave highlights of the changes that have been made over the last few years. 


VI.A. Approve Tentative Budget for 2026-2027
Actions Taken

Order #13540 - Motion Passed:  Approve Tentative Budget for 2026-2027 passed with a motion by Mr. Guy Wallace and a second by Ms. Heather Sharpensteen.

Member Votes
Mr. Paul Godfrey Yes
Mrs. Kimbley Iman Absent
Ms. Heather Sharpensteen Yes
Mr. Guy Wallace Yes
Mrs. Brandy Armstrong Yes
VI.B. Approve Salary Schedules for 2026-2027
Rationale

Attachments for Board Member View only.

Actions Taken

Order #13541 - Motion Passed:  Approve Salary Schedules for 2026-2027 passed with a motion by Mrs. Brandy Armstrong and a second by Mr. Guy Wallace.

Member Votes
Mr. Paul Godfrey Yes
Mrs. Kimbley Iman Absent
Ms. Heather Sharpensteen Yes
Mr. Guy Wallace Yes
Mrs. Brandy Armstrong Yes
VII. New Business
Discussion

No new business. 

VIII. Superintendent's Comments
Discussion

Mr. Paul Mullins shared that the District is excited about the Paxton and Patterson Career Lab programs that are coming into T.K. Stone Middle School next year. Ms. Hope Janes added the school is very excited--that the program is very hands on and real experiences for the kids to help them choose the correct career path for them when they reach high school.

Mr. Dan Lockwood explained some of the opportunities that the students will be able to experience.


IX. Public Comment
Discussion

No Public Comment.

X. Executive Session For The Purpose of Discussing Specific Matters as Outlined in KRS 61.810 (if needed)
Actions Taken

Order #13542 - Motion Passed:  Approve to go in to closed session to discuss proposed litigation involving the Board of Education, as authorized by KRS 61.810(1)(c) passed with a motion by Mr. Guy Wallace and a second by Mrs. Brandy Armstrong.

Member Votes
Mr. Paul Godfrey Yes
Mrs. Kimbley Iman Absent
Ms. Heather Sharpensteen Yes
Mr. Guy Wallace Yes
Mrs. Brandy Armstrong Yes
XI. Adjournment