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1.
CALL TO ORDER
Nicholas Foster, Chair, will call the meeting to order.
1.A.
Pledge; Moment of Silence; Mission Statement--Unite as one team to learn and inspire.
Board members will lead the pledge to the flag.
1.B.
Adoption of Agenda
It was moved by ______, second by ______, that the Board approve the agenda as outlined.
Approval of the agenda as outlined
2.
STUDENT/STAFF PRESENTATIONS AND/OR RECOGNITION
2.A.
Superintendent and Staff
Damon Fleming, Ed,D. Superintendent
Great Futures Start Here Award
Jama Cook, BSMS, Kitchen Manager
3.
STUDENT LEARNING AND SUPPORT SERVICES (DIALOGUE, NO ACTION)
3.A.
School Calendar
OPENING DAY FOR STAFF
August 11, 2026
FIRST DAY FOR STUDENTS
August 12, 2026
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
August 4, 2026
August 5, 2026
August 6, 2026
4.
COMMUNICATION
4.A.
Public Comment
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)
It was moved by ______, second by ______, that the Board approve the consent items as listed.
Approval of the listed consent items
5.A.
Approval of Minutes, Bills, and Salaries
It is recommended the Board approve the minutes of July 13, 2026, board meeting and minutes of July 20, 2026, special called board meeting and the bills and salaries for the month of August 2026.
5.B.
Approval of Leaves of Absence
It is recommended the Board approve the following leaves of absence.
1. Employee #8547, Teacher, MNHHS, Return to Work from FMLA on 08/03/2026.
2. Employee #7173, Teacher, WHS, Return to Work from FMLA on 08/03/2026.
3. Employee #6042, Bus Monitor, Transportation, Return to Work from Extended Disability Leave on
07/07/2026.
5.C.
Approval of Out of District/Overnight Trips
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. HCCHS, FFA, Louisville, KY, Wednesday, August 19, 2026 - Friday, August 21, 2026, state fair competition.
Travel by bus and school vehicle.
5.D.
Approval of Payment of Invoice(s)
It is recommended the Board approve to pay the following invoice(s).
1. PC Solutions & Integrations, Inc, $3,765.55, technology supplies for the new Central Office Board
Renovation Project, to be paid from BG23-121.
2. Trane, $182,508.92, equipment for the Southside/South Middle Renovation Project, to be paid from
BG23-030.
3. Trane, $30,403.99, HVAC equipment for the Hopkins County Auxiliary Gyms Project, to be paid from
BG22-408.
4. LE Gregg Associates, $12,149.70, geotechnical exploration for the Southside/South Middle Renovation
Project, to be paid from BG23-030.
5. Geo Surfaces, Inc, $1,471,934.85, construction services for the Hopkins County Turf and Field Project,
to be paid from BG26-232.
6. Sportsfield Specialties, Inc, $3,885.00, field equipment for the Hopkins County Turf and Field Project,
to be paid from BG26-232.
7. Sportsfield Specialties, Inc, $6,652.00, track equipment for the Hopkins County Turf and Field Project,
to be paid from BG26-232.
8. Hopkins County Stone, $47,696.61, stone for the Hopkins County Turf and Field Project, to be paid
from BG26-232.
9. Meuth Construction Supply, Inc, $8,973.50, concrete for the Hopkins County Turf and Field Project, to
be paid from BG26-232.
10. RuCo Fence Products, $18,047.20, fencing(MNHHS) for the Hopkins County Turf and Field Project,
to be paid from BG26-232.
11. RuCo Fence Products, $18,132.28, fencing(HCCHS) for the Hopkins County Turf and Field Project, to
be paid from BG26-232.
12. Meuth Construction Supply, $4,232.00, concrete for the Hopkins County Turf and Field Project, to be
paid from BG26-232.
13. Hopkins County Stone, $28,376.14, rock material for the Hopkins County Turf and Field Project, to be
paid from BG26-232.
14. Sportsfield Specialties, Inc, $6,652.00, track equipment for the Hopkins County Turf and Field Project,
to be paid from BG26-232.
15. Sportsfield Specialties, Inc, $3,885.00, field equipment for the Hopkins County Turf and Field Project,
to be paid from BG26-232.
5.E.
Approval of School Activity Fundraiser(s)
It is recommended the Board approve the following activity fundraiser(s).
1. JMMS, PTO, T-Shirts, proceeds will be used to support students and teachers at JMMS.
2. JSES, Library, Fall Book Fair, proceeds will be used to purchase library books and supplies.
3. JSES, Library, Spring Book Fair, proceeds will be used to purchase library books and supplies.
4. JSES, Library, BOGO Book Fair, proceeds will be used for library supplies.
5. JSES, Art, Square Art, proceeds will be used for art classroom.
6. JSES, PTA, Fast Pass Auction, proceeds will be used to support school needs through the PTA.
7. JSES, PTA, Spirit Wear, proceeds will be used to help with playground needs.
8. JSES, PTA, Back to School Dance, proceeds will be used to support school needs through the PTA.
9. JSES, PTA, Paragon, Stone Family Fundraising, proceeds will be used to support school needs through
the PTA.
10. JSES, PTA, Calendar Fundraiser, proceeds will be used to support school needs through the PTA.
11. JSES, PTA, Halloween Dance, proceeds will be used to celebrate students throughout the year.
12. JSES, PTA, Penguin Patch, proceeds will be used to purchase items for families.
13. JSES, PTA, Fast Pass Auction, Winter, proceeds will be used to support student needs through the PTA.
14. JSES, PTA, Nothin Bundt Cakes, proceeds will be used to support student needs through the PTA.
15. JSES, PTA, World's Finest Chocolate, proceeds will be used to support student needs through the PTA.
16. JSES, PTA, Spring Carnival, proceeds will be used for classroom needs.
17. JSES, PTA, House Spirit Wear, proceeds will be used for student needs through the PTA.
18. SES, PTA, Auction for Car Rider Spaces, proceeds will be used for students and staff.
19. SES, FRYSC, Spirit Store, proceeds will be used to assist students and families in need.
20. SES, Media, Fall, Winter and Spring Book Fair, proceeds will be used to purchase books for the library.
21. SES, World's Finest Chocolate, proceeds will be used for student assemblies and student needs.
22. SES, Media, School Store, proceeds will be used to purchase library supplies.
5.F.
Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with Puzzle Pieces for the 2026-2027 School Year
It is recommended the Board approve Memorandum of Understanding with Puzzle Pieces for the 2026-2027 School Year.
5.G.
Approval of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Surpass Behavioral Health Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy Provider for the 2026-2027 School Year
It is recommended the Board approve Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Surpass Behavioral Health Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy Provider for the 2026-2027 School Year.
5.H.
Approval of Shortened School Day/Week for Students with Disabilities
It is recommended the Board approve Shortened School Day/Week for Students with Disabilities.
5.I.
Approval of the 2027 Board Meeting Dates
It is recommended the Board approve the 2027 Board Meeting Dates.
5.J.
Approval of Charter Bus Companies for School Trips for the 2026-2027 School Year
It is recommended the Board approve Charter Bus Companies for School Trips for the 2026-2027 School Year.
5.K.
Approval of Memorandum of Agreement with Campbellsville University Carver School of Social Work for Practicum Placement
It is recommended the Board approve Memorandum of Agreement with Campbellsville University Carver School of Social Work for Practicum Placement.
5.L.
Approval of Memorandum of Agreement with Brescia University for the 2026-2027 School Year
It is recommended the Board approve Memorandum of Agreement with Brescia University for student teaching and practicum placement.
5.M.
Approval of Lease Agreement with Tri-State Mailing Systems, Inc. for Postage Machine at Hopkins County Schools District Office
It is recommended the Board approve of Lease Agreement with Tri-State Mailing Systems, Inc. for Postage Machine at Hopkins County Schools District Office.
5.N.
Approval of Change Order No.8 for the Hopkins County Southside Elementary School Renovation and Addition Project, BG23-030
It is recommended the Board approve Change Order No.8 for the Hopkins County Southside Elementary School Renovation and Addition Project, BG23-030.
5.O.
Approval of the School Start and End Times for the 2026-2027 School Year
It is recommended the Board approve the School Start and End Times for the 2026-2027 School Year.
5.P.
Approval of the 2025-2026 Unaudited Annual Financial Report (AFR) and Balance Sheet
It is recommended the Board approve the 2025-2026 Unaudited Annual Financial Report (AFR) and Balance Sheet.
5.Q.
Approval of Change Order Numbers 001-DPO 10 and 001-DPO 15 for the Hopkins County Turf and Field Improvement Project, BG26-232
It is recommended the Board approve Change Order Numbers 001-DPO 10 and 001-DPO 15 for the Hopkins County Turf and Field Improvements Project, BG26-232.
5.R.
Approval of Memorandum of Agreement with Murray State University for Students in the Educational Studies, Leadership and Counseling Programs
It is recommended the Board approve Memorandum of Agreement with Murray State University for students in the Educational Studies, Leadership and Counseling Programs.
5.S.
Approval of the 2026-2027 Organization Chart
It is recommended the Board approve the 2026-2027 Organization Chart.
5.T.
Initial Approval of BG 1 with Trane for HVAC Improvements at James Madison Middle School, BG27-069
It is recommended the Board approve Initial BG 1 with Trane for HVAC Improvements at James Madison Middle School, BG27-069.
Item deferred
5.U.
Approval of Contract with Owens Saylor, KY School Leadership Associates for the 2026-2027 School Year
It is recommended the Board approve the Contract with Owens Saylor, KY School Leadership Associates for the 2026-2027 School Year.
5.V.
Approval of Change Order No. 3 for the Hopkins County Turf and Track Improvement Project, BG26-232
It is recommended the Board approve Change Order No 3 for the Hopkins County Turf and Track Improvement Project, BG26-232.
6.
STUDENT LEARNING AND SUPPORT SERVICES (ACTION LIKELY)
6.A.
Personnel
Review of personnel changes that have been made by the Superintendent since July 13, 2026.
6.B.
Any Other Old/or New Business
6.B.1.
First Reading of KSBA Policy 08.1313, Dyslexia Policy, and 08.215 KSBA Writing Policy
It is recommended the Board hold First Reading of KSBA Policy, 08.1313 Dyslexia Policy, and 08.215 KSBA Writing Policy.
Approval to hold First Reading of KSBA Policy, 08.1313 Dyslexia Policy, and 08.215 KSBA Writing Policy,
7.
CLOSED SESSION PER KRS 61-810
It was moved by ______, second by ______, that the Board move into CLOSED SESSION, according to KRS 61.810, which meets the requirements for holding CLOSED SESSION and the exceptions to Open Meetings, according to KRS 61.810, subsection (1)b, to discuss the acquisition of property or future sale of property, subsection (1)c, discussion of proposed or pending litigation.
Approval to enter into CLOSED SESSION per KRS 61.810, subsection (1)b, to discuss the acquisition of property or future sale of property, subsection (1)c, discussion of proposed or pending litigation,
8.
OPEN SESSION
It was moved by ______, second by ______, that the Board return to Open Session.
Motion to return to OPEN SESSION,
9.
Initial Approval of BG 1 with Trane for HVAC Improvements at James Madison Middle School, BG27-069
It is recommended the Board approve Initial BG 1 with Trane for HVAC Improvements at James Madison Middle School, BG27-069.
Motion to Approve BG 1 with Trane for HVAC Improvements at James Madison Middle School, BG27-069,
10.
BOARD CALENDAR
Review Board Meeting Dates
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.
11.
ADJOURNMENT
It was moved by ______, second by ______, that the Board adjourn until the next scheduled meeting on August 17, 2026.
Motion to adjourn until the next scheduled meeting on August 17, 2026,
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