Hopkins County
June 15, 2026 5:30 PM CT (6:30 ET)
Hopkins County Regular Board Meeting
1. CALL TO ORDER
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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
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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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Damon Fleming, Ed.D, Superintendent

3. STUDENT LEARNING AND SUPPORT SERVICES (DIALOGUE, NO ACTION)
3.A. School Calendar
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CENTRAL OFFICE
July 2, 2026- Close at 12 noon
July 3, 2026- Closed for Independence Day

4. COMMUNICATION
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4.A. Public Comment
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Hopkins County Board of Education Policy 01.421 states:
Public comments will be allowed at regular meetings only if the topic is regarding an agenda item. Persons wishing to address the Board must first be recognized by the chairperson. Persons who wish to address an agenda item need to submit the Public Comments Form by noon on the day of the meeting to request to speak at the meeting that evening.

5. 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

5.A. Approval of Minutes, Bills, and Salaries
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It is recommended the Board approve the minutes on June 1, 2026, board meeting and the bills and salaries for the month of June 2026.

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5.B. Approval of Treasurer's Report
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It is recommended the Board approve the Treasurer's report for the month of May 2026.

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5.C. Approval of Leaves of Absence
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It is recommended the Board approve the following leaves of absence.
None

5.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. MNHHS, FFA, Louisville, KY, Thursday, August 20, 2026 - Friday, August 21, 2026, KY State Fair. Travel by
    school bus.

5.E. Approval of Payment of Invoice(s)
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It is recommended the Board approve to pay the following invoice(s).

1.  Forte, $29,974.89, technology supplies for the new Central Office Renovation, to be paid from
     BG23-21.
2.  Sherman Carter Barnhart Architects, PLLC, $2,402.05, professional services for the new Central Office
     Renovation, to be paid from BG23-121.
3.  Danco, $291,937.36, construction services for the Southside/South Hopkins Middle School Renovation,
     to be paid from BG23-030.
4.  Meuth Construction, $56,561.50, concrete for the Southside/South Hopkins Middle School Renovation,
     to be paid from BG23-030.
5.  Dubois County Block & Brick, Inc., $14,708.79, block for the Southside/South Hopkins Middle School
     Renovation, to be paid from BG23-030.
6.  Mak Steel Services, LLC, $18,500.00, structural steel for the Southside/South Hopkins Middle School 
     Renovation, to be paid from BG23-030.
7.  Architectural Sales, $2,765.21, metal frames/hardware for the Southside/South Hopkins Middle School
     Renovation, to be paid from BG23-030.
8.  Graybar Electric Company, Inc, $46,574.00, electrical items for the Southside/South Hopkins Middle 
     School Renovation, to be paid from BG23-030.
9.  Garmong Construction, $128,795.86, construction services for the new Central Office Renovation, to
     be paid from BG23-121.
10. R Carr and Associates, $5,000.00, fire alarm for the new Central Office Renovation, to be paid from 
      BG23-121.
11. R Carr and Associates, $40,000.00, voice/data system for the new Central Office Renovation, to be 
      paid from BG23-121.

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

1. SSES, Media, BOGO Book Fair, proceeds will be used for student needs.

5.G. Approval of Memorandum of Agreement with Audubon Area Community Services, Inc. (Head Start) & Hopkins County Schools
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It is recommended the Board approve Memorandum of Agreement with Audubon Area Community Services, Inc. (Head Start Program) to coordinate services to eligible children through state (Kentucky Preschool) and federal (Head Start ) funds.

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5.H. Approval of the 2025-2026 Hopkins County Schools Amended School Calendar
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It is recommended the Board approve the 2025-2026 Hopkins County Schools Amended School Calendar.

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5.I. Approval to Include City of Madisonville Police Department, SRO on the Monthly Billing Cycle
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It is recommended the Board approve to include City of Madisonville Police Department, SRO, Tyrone Gregory on the monthly billing cycle.

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5.J. Approval of Shortened School Day/Week for Students with Disabilities
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It is recommended the Board approve of Shortened School Day/Week for Students with Disabilities.

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5.K. Approval to Accept Quote for Insurance from EMC and KEMI, Provided by Hub International
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It is recommended the Board approve to accept quote for Insurance from EMC and KEMI, provided by Hub International.

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5.L. Approval of the Progress Monitoring Comprehensive District and School Improvement Plans (CDIP)for the 2025-2026 School Year
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It is recommended the Board approve the Progress Monitoring Comprehensive District and School Improvement Plans (CDIP) for the 2025-2026 school year, as presented by Wendy Mitchell, Director of Elementary Instruction and Early Childhood. 

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5.M. Approval of the District Funding Assurance for the 2026-2027 School Year
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It is recommended the Board approve the District Funding Assurance for the 2026-2027 School Year.

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5.N. Approval of the Hopkins County Schools Professional Development Diagnostic Plan for the 2026-2027 School Year
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It is recommended the Board approve the Hopkins County Schools Professional Development Diagnostic Plan for the 2026-2027 School Year.

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5.O. Approval of the Non-Traditional Instruction Continuation of Learning Plan (NTI) for the 2026-2027 School Year
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It is recommended the Board approve the Non-Traditional Instruction Continuation of Learning Plan (NTI) for the 2026-2027 School Year.

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5.P. Approval of the 2025-2026 SBDM Carryover Funds Up To 10% Of Budget
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It is recommended the Board approve the 2025-2026 SBDM Carryover Funds up to 10% of budget.

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5.Q. Approval of the Pledge of Collateral Agreement with First United Bank and Trust Company
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It is recommended the Board approve the Pledge of Collateral Agreement with First United Bank and Trust Company.

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5.R. Approval of the Certified and Classified Staffing Report for 2026-2027 School Year
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It is recommended the Board approve the Certified and Classified Staffing Report for 2026-2027 School Year.

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5.S. Approval of Student Fees at Hopkins County Central High School
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It is recommended the Board approve student fees at Hopkins County Central High School.

Cheer Team - $650.00, cheer camp, choreography and team apparel (shoes, shorts, shirts, tank tops, and warmup)

Dance Team - $350.00, dance camp, team apparel (shoes, shorts, shirts, tank tops and jackets).

5.T. Approval of the Agreement with Musco for Football Field Lighting at BSMS
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It is recommended the Board approve the Agreement with Musco for Football Field Lighting at BSMS.

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6. STUDENT LEARNING AND SUPPORT SERVICES (ACTION LIKELY)
6.A. Personnel
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Review of personnel changes that have been made by the Superintendent since June 1, 2026.

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7. Any Other Old/or New Business
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7.A. First Reading of the 2026-2027 KSBA Policy Update
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The Board will hold a first reading of the 2026-2027 KSBA Policy update.

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7.B. Review of KSBA 2026-2027 Procedure Updates (No Action Required)
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It is recommended the Board review KSBA 2026-2027 Procedure updates (no action required).

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8. CLOSED SESSION PER KRS 61-810
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It was moved by ______, second by ______, that the Board move into CLOSED SESSION per KRS 61.810, which meets the requirement for holding Closed Session and the exceptions to Open Meetings according to KRS 156.557, subsection (6) Superintendent Evaluation, and subsection (1)c, discussion of proposed or pending litigation, and subsection (1)(f) discussions or hearings which might lead to the appointment, discipline, or dismissal of an individual employee, member, or student without restricting that employee's, member's, or student's right to a public hearing if requested. This exception shall not be interpreted to permit discussion of general personnel matters in secret.

Recommended Motion

Approval to enter into CLOSED SESSION per KRS 61.810, which meets the requirement for holding Closed Session and the exceptions to Open Meetings according to KRS 156.557, subsection (6) Superintendent Evaluation, and subsection (1)c, discussion of proposed or pending litigation, and subsection (1)(f) discussions or hearings which might lead to the appointment, discipline, or dismissal of an individual employee, member, or student without restricting that employee's, member's, or student's right to a public hearing if requested. This exception shall not be interpreted to permit discussion of general personnel matters in secret,

9. OPEN SESSION
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It was moved by ______, second by ______, that the Board return to OPEN SESSION.

Recommended Motion

Motion to return to OPEN SESSION,

10. Approval of Superintendent Evaluation for the 2025-2026 School Year
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It is recommended the Board approve of Superintendent Evaluation for the 2025-2026 School Year.

Recommended Motion

Approval of Superintendent Evaluation for the 2025-2026 School Year,

11. BOARD CALENDAR
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Review Board Meeting Dates

Monday, July 13, 2026, HCBOE Board Meeting, Central Administration Office, 5:30pm.
Monday, August 3, 2026, HCBOE Board Meeting, Central Administration Office, 5:30pm.
Monday, August 17, 2026, HCBOE Board Meeting, Central Administration Office, 5:30pm.
Tuesday, September 8, 2026, HCBOE Board Meeting, Central Administration Office, 5:30pm.
Monday, September 21, 2026, HCBOE Board Meeting, Central Administration Office, 5:30pm.
Monday, October 19, 2026, HCBOE Board Meeting, Central Administration Office, 5:30pm.
Monday, November 2, 2026, HCBOE Board Meeting, Central Administration Office, 5:30pm.
Monday, November 16, 2026, HCBOE Board Meeting, Central Administration Office, 5:30pm.
Monday, December 14, 2026, HCBOE Board Meeting, Central Administration Office, 5:30pm.

12. ADJOURNMENT
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It was moved by ______, second by ______, that the Board adjourn until the next scheduled meeting on July 13, 2026

Recommended Motion

Motion to adjourn until the next scheduled meeting on July 13, 2026,