Hopkins County
January 23, 2026 5:30 PM
Hopkins County Special Called Board Meeting
1. CALL TO ORDER (This meeting was rescheduled from January 26, 2026, because of the impending winter storm)
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Nicholas Foster, Chairman, will call the meeting to order.


1.A. Pledge; Moment of Silence; Mission Statement--Unite as one team to learn and inspire.
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Board members will lead the pledge to the flag.

1.B. Adoption of Agenda
Rationale

It was moved by ______, second by ______, that the Board approve the agenda as outlined.

Recommended Motion

Approval of the agenda as outlined

2. STUDENT/STAFF PRESENTATIONS AND/OR RECOGNITION
2.A. Superintendent and Staff
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Dr. Damon Fleming, Superintendent 
School Board Members Recognition Month




3. STUDENT LEARNING AND SUPPORT SERVICES (DIALOGUE, NO ACTION)
3.A. School Calendar
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NO SCHOOL
February 16, 2026, President's Day
March 13, 2026, No School
April 3, 2026, No School
April 6-10 2026, Spring Break
May 19, 2026, Election Day

CENTRAL OFFICE CLOSED

April 10, 2026, Spring Break
May 25, 2026, Memorial Day

4. STUDENT LEARNING AND SUPPORT SERVICES (CONSENT-ACTION)
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It was moved by ______, second by ______, that the Board approve the consent items as listed.

Recommended Motion

Approval of the listed consent items

4.A. Approval of Minutes, Bills, and Salaries
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It is recommended the Board approve the minutes of January 12, 2026, board meeting and the bills and salaries for the month of January 2026.

Attachments
4.B. Approval of Treasurer's Report
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It is recommended the Board approve the Treasurer's report for the month of December 2025.

Attachments
4.C. Approval of Leaves of Absence
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It is recommended the Board approve the following leaves of absence.

1. Employee #8462, Custodian, PES, Did not return to work from FMLA, resigned on 1/12/2026.
2. Employee #8170, Teacher, JSES, Extended Disability leave starting 1/20/2026.
3. Employee #8607, Teacher, GES, Maternity leave starting on 2/9/2026.
4. Employee #8255, Teacher, MNHHS, Begin FMLA 1/20/2026, not to exceed twelve (12) weeks.

4.D. Approval of Out of District/Overnight Trips
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It is recommended the Board approve the following out of district, overnight, or non-school sponsored events as requested by the principal of the school, subject to date rescheduling as necessary.

1.   BSMS, Football, Leitchfield, KY, Saturday, August 1, 2026- Sunday, August 2, 2026, camp. Travel by
      school bus.
2.   HCCHS, Chorus, Louisville, KY, Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - Saturday, February 7, 2026, KMEA All
      State Chorus. Travel by personal vehicle.
3.   HCCHS, FFA, Nashville, TN, Friday, February 3, 2026, NWTF Convention. Travel by school bus.
4.   HCCHS, FFA, Union City, TN, Friday, March 27, 2026, Tour exhibits for agricultural education. Travel by
      school bus.
5.   HCCHS, FCCLA, Louisville, KY, Tuesday, March 24, 2026- Friday, March 27, 2026, State competition.
      Travel by school vehicle.
6.   JMMS, Dance, Frankfort, KY, Friday, February 20, 2026- Saturday, February 21, 2026, State
      competition. Travel by school bus.
7.   MNHHS, Beta, Lexington, KY, Wednesday, March 4, 2026 - Friday, March 6, 2026, convention. Travel by
      school vehicle.
8.   MNHHS, Baseball, Clinton, TN, Wednesday, April 8, 2026- Saturday, April 11, 2026, games. Travel by
      school bus.
9.   MNHHS, Band, Orlando, FL, Tuesday, March 10, 2026- Saturday, March 14, 2026, Marching in parade
      at Univeral Theme Park. Travel by charter bus.
10. MNHHS, Winter Guard, Louisville, KY, Saturday, February 7, 2026, competition. Travel by school bus.
11. MNHHS, Dance, Orlando, FL, Thursday, February 12, 2026 - Tuesday, February 17, 2026, national
      competition. Travel by school vehicle to airport. 
12. SHMS, Band Director, Louisville, KY, Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - Saturday, February 7, 2026, KMEA
      All State Chorus. Travel by school vehicle.

4.E. Approval of Payment of Invoice(s)
Rationale

It is recommended the Board approve to pay the following invoice(s).

1.   Garmong Construction Services, $309,675.30, construction services for the New Central Board Office
      renovation, to be paid from BG23-121.
2.   Architectural Sales, $62,965.25, doors, frames and hardware for the New Central Board Office
      renovation, to be paid from BG23-121.
3.   Meuth Construction Supply, Inc, $992.00, concrete material for the New Central Board Office
      renovation, to be paid from BG23-121.
4.   R. Carr and Associates, $10,000.00, fire alarm supplies for the New Central Board Office renovation, to
      be paid from BG23-121.
5.   R. Carr and Associates, $10,000.00, voice/data supplies for the New Central Board Office renovation,
      to be paid from BG23-121.
6.   Mid-West Specialties, LLC, $8,660.00, specialty items for the New Central Board Office renovation, to
      be paid from BG23-121.
7.   Rexel, Inc, $77,690.00, lights for the New Central Board Office renovation, to be paid from BG23-121.
8.   Architectural Sales, $668.58, metal frames for the Southside/South Middle renovation project, to be
      paid from BG23-030.
9.   Carter Waters, LLC, $30,200.57, supplies for the Southside/South Middle renovation project, to be
      paid from BG23-030.
10. Architectural Sales, $878.20, supplies for the Southside/South Middle renovation project, to be paid
      from BG23-030.
11. Winsupply, $30,992.15, plumbing supplies for the Southside/South Middle renovation project, to be
      paid  from BG23-030.
12. Dubois County Block & Brick, Inc, $19,637.20, block for the Southside/South Middle renovation
      project, to be paid from BG23-030.
13. Mills Supply Company, $18,962.52, rebar for the Southside/South Middle renovation project, to be paid
      from BG23-030
14. Meuth Construction Supply, $45,565.00, concrete for Southside/South Middle renovation project, to be
      paid from BG23-030.
15. Danco Construction, $289,974.40, professional services for the Southside/South Middle renovation
      project, to be paid from BG23-030.
16. Trane Company, $235,773.40, units for the New Central Board office renovation, to be paid from
      BG23-121.
17. Corporate Design, Inc, $67,000.00, flooring for the New Central Board office renovation, to be paid
      from BG23-121.
18. LE Gregg Associates, $7,740.95, geotechnical exploration for the Southside/South Middle renovation
     project, to be paid from BG23-030.

4.F. Approval to Apply for Grants
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It is recommended the Board approve for schools to apply for grant(s).

1. MNHHS, KY FFA Foundation Grant, Equine Field Trip Grant, $500.00(non-matching), proceeds will be used
    to fund field trip to a local horse farm for the equine science class.

4.G. Approval of School Activity Fundraiser(s)
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It is recommended the Board approve the following activity fundraiser(s).

1. GES, Kona Ice Sales, proceeds will be used for students at GES and Field day.
2. GES, T-Shirt Sales, proceeds will be used for students at GES and Field day.
3. GES, Glow Dance, proceeds will be used for students at GES and Field day.
4. GES, House Sweatshirts, proceeds will be used for students at GES and PBIS rewards.
5. SES, PTA, Love Grams, proceeds will be used for field day and Easter photos.

4.H. Approval of Shortened School Day/Week for Students with Disabilities
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It is recommended the Board approve shortened school day/week for students with disabilities due to severity of medical conditions and need for clinical therapy sessions outside the school setting per recommendation of medical professionals.

Attachments
4.I. Approval of the 2026-2028 Family Resource and Youth Services Center CPP School District Assurance Certification
Rationale

It is recommended the Board approve the 2026-2028 Family Resource and Youth Services Center CPP School District Assurance Certification.

Attachments
4.J. Approval of Leader in Me Agreement with Franklin Covey Client Sales, Inc. for the 2026-2030 School Years
Rationale

It is recommended the Board approve Leader in Me Agreement with Franklin Covey Client Sales, Inc. for the 2026-2030 School Years.

Attachments
4.K. Reapproval of the MOU with Hopkins County Humane Society for Madisonville North Hopkins High School FFA Feline Education
Rationale

It is recommended the Board reapprove the MOU with Hopkins County Humane Society for Madisonville North Hopkins High School FFA Feline Education.

Attachments
4.L. Approval of Reimbursement Resolution for the BG 26-232 Project for Hopkins County Field Turf and Track Improvements.
Rationale

It is recommended the Board approve of Reimbursement Resolution for the BG 26-232 Project for Hopkins County Field Turf and Track Improvements. 

Attachments
5. STUDENT LEARNING AND SUPPORT SERVICES (ACTION LIKELY)
5.A. Approval to Recess of Regular Board Meeting
Rationale

It was moved by ______, second by ______, that the Board of Education recess its regular board meeting in order to convene the Hopkins County School District Finance Corporation.

Recommended Motion

Approval to recess of Regular board meeting,

5.B. Call to Order Hopkins County District Finance Corporation
Rationale

It was moved by ______, second by ______, to convene the meeting of the Hopkins County School District Finance Corporation

Recommended Motion

Approval to call to order Hopkins County District Finance Corporation,

5.C. Approval of Resolution Authorizing the Defeasance of School Building Revenue Bonds 2017A Series
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It was moved by ______, second by _______, that the District Finance Corporation adopt a Resolution of the Hopkins County School District Finance Corporation authorizing the defeasance of certain outstanding School Building Revenue Bonds, Series 2017A, and authorizing execution of an escrow agreement and the deposit of necessary funds in escrow to affect such defeasance.

 

Attachments
Recommended Motion

Approval that the District Finance Corporation adopt a Resolution of the Hopkins County School District Finance Corporation authorizing the defeasance of certain outstanding School Building Revenue Bonds, Series 2017A, and authorizing execution of an escrow agreement and the deposit of necessary funds in escrow to affect such defeasance,

5.D. Reconvene the Regular Board Meeting
Rationale

It was moved by ______, second by ______, Hopkins County District Finance Corporation meeting be adjourned and the Hopkins County Board of Education regular meeting be reconvened.

Recommended Motion

Approval to reconvene the Hopkins County Board of Educaiton regular meeting,

5.E. Approval of the Resolution Authorizing the Defeasance of School Building Revenue Bonds Series 2017A Series
Rationale

It was moved by ______, second by ______, that the Board of Education approve the resolution authorizing the defeasance of certain outstanding School Building Revenue Bonds, Series 2017A, and authorizing execution of an escrow agreement and the deposit of necessary funds in escrow to affect such defeasance.

Attachments
Recommended Motion

Approval of resolution authorizing the defeasance of certain outstanding School Building Revenue Bonds, Series 2017A,and authorizing execution of an escrow agreement and the deposit of necessary funds in escrow to affect such defeasance,

5.F. Finance
5.F.1. Approval of 2026-2027 Draft Budget
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It is recommended the Board approve 2026-2027 Draft Budget.

Attachments
Recommended Motion

It is recommended the Board approve 2026-2027 Draft Budget,

5.G. Personnel
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Review of personnel changes that have been made by the Superintendent since January 12, 2026.

Attachments
6. BOARD CALENDAR
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Review Board Meeting Dates
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, HCBOE Board Meeting, Central Administration Office, 5:30pm.
Monday, March 9, 2026, HCBOE Board Meeting, Central Administration Office, 5:30pm.
Monday, March 23, 2026, HCBOE Board Meeting, Central Administration Office, 5:30pm.
Monday, April 20, 2026, HCBOE Board Meeting, Central Administration Office, 5:30pm.
Monday, May 4, 2026, HCBOE Board Meeting, Central Administration Office, 5:30pm.
Monday, May 18, 2026, HCBOE Board Meeting, Central Administration Office, 5:30pm.
Monday, June 1, 2026, HCBOE Board Meeting, Central Administration Office, 5:30pm.
Monday, June 15, 2026, HCBOE Board Meeting, Central Administration Office, 5:30pm.

7. ADJOURNMENT
Rationale

It was moved by ______, second by ______, that the Board adjourn until the next scheduled meeting on February 17, 2026.

Recommended Motion

Motion to adjourn until the next scheduled meeting on February 17, 2026,