May School Board Meeting Update

Recognitions

1. Spelling Bee Winner was recognized.
2. School nurses were celebrated for National Nurses' Week.
3. National Teacher Week was recognized.
4. The Chamber of Commerce Teacher of the Year was recognized and awarded a plaque.

Informational Updates

1. Concussion Committee Update - Mr. Brett Booher
• Number of concussions up from 8 last year to 20 this year (possibly because more monitoring took place)
• All MS/HS student-athletes have had baseline testing for concussions
2. Capital Improvements - Dr. Wes Poole
• Sheffey - water line issues; classrooms are 2/3 done; windows have had some snags; cafeteria renovation will happen over summer
• RRMS - plumbing issues in administrative b/r have been corrected; classrooms are progressing;  gym renovations will be main summer project
• GWHS Water Heater - Gas water heater is being fixed; boiler has been used for back-up which has caused excessive heat
3. EOY Activities - Dr. Brannon  provided a list of activities for SB members to attend as they wish.
4. Budget Update - Dr. Brannon
• No change with the state budget
• Dr. Brannon and other superintendents had a informative conversation with Senator Carrico
• Setting up a budget workshop to plan for contingencies should the budget standoff head into summertime.
5. SBO Staff Discussion - New reoccurring agenda item that will allow SB members to ask questions of SBO staff about policies, progress, etc.
• Writing scores were discussed. Preliminary data shows a dip in scores. More info to come. Typing of the writing tests seems to be going smoothly.
• New Calculators were discussed. Training is being offered for the use of the new style calculators.
• Philosophical discussions on basic skills were had. Dr. James and Dr. Brannon assured the SB that these skills are being taught. 
• E-Backpack Program was discussed. The grant from the Wythe/Bland Foundation was awarded. Purchases will move forward for FCHS freshmen and sophmores. 

 Action Agenda

1. Speedwell Shelter Proposal (approved) - PTO will install a multi-use shelter on the grounds at Speedwell. 
2. Brown vs. Board of Education Resolution (approved) - recognizing the historical nature of this decision and its ramifications.

Updates

1. Dr. Brannon Recognized the stressful time of year for teachers and school staff. 
2. Mr. Kidd discussed possible expansions in the Gov. School program. Possibly a full-day program and possibly involving sophomores.