001Good evening everyone. I'd like to welcome everyone to the January 8th Kenny County Board of Education meeting. First tonight is public comment. Just to make sure, is there anybody here that wanted public comment? Making sure. Next one is good citizenship award, Miss Julie. Good evening and welcome. Our students of the month this month from Canon County Elementary School is a fifth grader, Rya Akuna. And uh Miss Julie Hackne says that she is proud to recognize Rehea, a fifth grade student, as our January student citizen of the month. Rehea consistently demonstrates kindness, respect, and responsibility in her daily actions. She voluntarily helps clean the cafeteria each day and treats everyone she encounters with genuine care and compassion. Rehea is a wonderful example of a positive character and citizenship, and we are so proud to celebrate her.
002[applause] From Canon North, we have Skyler Frell, who was nominated by her first grade teacher, Miss Addie. Skyler also does an outstanding job in class. She goes above and beyond every day to help other students without even being asked to do so. She is always ready to help her teacher and on top of everything, has a big smile and a positive attitude. >> [applause] >> And from canon uh south we have Riker Monaet. Ryker has a great made has made great progress in his academics this year and has shown incredible growth on his reading diagnostic. He his hard work and effort are truly paying off and we're very proud of him. [applause] And from Canon County Middle School is Matthew Lujan. And uh Mr. Brandon says that he was selected for his recognition as an
003outstanding student. He is a quiet leader in the classroom who is respected by everyone and he consistently helps classmates better understand the material. Matthew sets a strong example through his character, work ethic, and willingness to support others. And CCMS is proud of the positive impact he makes every day. [applause] And the representative from Canon County High School is Mackenzie Mccur. And uh it was Mr. Nichols shared and Mr. Shane shared that McKenzie was nominated by her teachers for her respectful and responsible character. McKenzie is an excellent student who helps out in class and gets along with her classmates. She is known as a great listener and someone that others are comfortable with. McKenzie exemplifies success and character and CCHS is proud to recognize her with this distinction. [applause] [clears throat] Do you want us to
004scoot down that way? Teresa, Mr. Roy, will you scoot us down? >> [applause] >> And if y'all would stand for the pledge, please go ahead. To the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands. One nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. >> Please stand for a moment of silence. >> Thank you. Okay. Now, uh, if we could get all of the employees spotlights to come on up to the stage, please. From CCS, we need Miss Gina Jones, Miss Lindsay Everett. From Canon North, we need Kaylee Rogers. From Canon South, Darling Pendergrass. From CCMS, Mr. Jeff Tanner. And from the high school, Mr. Haley. Come on up. my girls. So, from Canon County Elementary School, Miss Gina Jones and Miss Lindseay Everett. They are proudly
005recognized for our outstanding speech pathologists that they are as the January spotlight employees. Both consistently go above and beyond their job responsibilities by supporting classrooms, serving on committees, and willingly stepping in whenever help is needed. Miss Jones and Miss Everett build strong and meaningful relationships with students and staff and make a lasting impact on our school community. Their dedication, collaboration, and commitment to students truly make CCEs a better place. [applause] from Canon North. Their employee of the month is Miss Kaylee Rogers. Miss Kaylee is uplifting to everyone she comes in contact with. She is patient, caring, and bubbly. She is a wonderful teacher who truly loves all her sweet students. Miss Kaylee is the kind of teacher that makes the learning environment fun, welcoming, and a safe place for our students. She is laying a
006firm foundation for our young children, and we're so proud of the work she is doing. >> [applause] >> from Canon South, Miss Darling Pendergrass. Miss Darlene's commitment to her students extends far beyond the classroom. She consistently goes the extra mile to ensure that every student feels supported, valued, and capable of success. She genuinely cares about both students and colleagues, always willing to step in and help in any situation. [applause] from Canon County Middle School, Mr. Jeff Tanner. He consistently goes out of his way to serve in any capacity needed, and he does so with a positive attitude and a genuine heart for others. Mr. Tanner has built strong relationships with both teachers and students, connections that will last a lifetime. He truly embodies everything CCMS strives to be, and CCMS is fortunate to have him
007as part of their Lions family. [applause] And last but not least, Coach Haley from the high school. Coach Haley builds excellent relationships with his students and knows most of the students in the school by name. He takes on extra duties and is always willing to step in to assist with students or help a co-orker. His flexibility and willingness to do more than necessary helps everyone. We are proud to have him a part of our school and to recognize him with this honor. Squeeze [applause] [laughter] it. Oh gosh. Come on. >> [clears throat] [cough] >> Miss Julie, when you're ready, please call the roll. Miss Curtis, Mr. Mullins >> here, >> Miss Odum >> here, >> Miss Thomas >> here, >> Miss Till >> Here we have quum. >> Number [clears throat] one tonight is to
008approve the January 8th, 2026 revised agenda of the Canon County Board of Education to include number 12 approved pest control bid. >> I'll make a motion we approve the revised agenda. >> I second that. Any discussion? [snorts] >> M. Julie, please call the role. >> A motion was made by M. Tal and seconded by Miss ODM to approve the January 8th, 2026 revised agenda of the Canon County Board of Education. Mr. Mullins. >> I. >> Miss Odum. >> I. >> Miss Thomas. >> I. >> Mr. Mel. >> I. >> All in favor? [clears throat] >> Number two tonight is the consent agenda. We went over this at the workshop. A to approve minutes of the December 11th, 2025 regular meeting of the Canyon County High School or Canyon County Board of Education. B is to
009approve out of out of state trips, trip number 4997, trip number 5002, and trip number 5004. >> I make a motion we approve the consent agenda. >> I'll second. >> Any discussion? Miss Julie, please call RO. A motion was made by Miss Thomas, seconded by Miss Tal to approve the consent agenda items. Approve the minutes of the December 11th, 2025 regular meeting of the Canon County Board of Education. Approve overnight and out of state trips, trip number 4997, 5002, [clears throat] and 5004. >> Mr. Mullins, >> I. >> Miss Odum, >> I. >> Miss Thomas, >> I. >> Mr. Tal, >> I. >> All for all in favor? Number [clears throat] three tonight was the financial report that was covered at the workshop. She's supposed to be getting that to us hopefully this week. Um
010number four is the supervisor's report that is also covered at the workshop. Number five was a skyward update. There was no action needed. That was just a discussion at the workshop. Number six is to approve CCBOE resolution number nine. Miss Andrea commit uh presented to us or not. I'll make a motion we approve resolution number nine. >> I'll second that. >> Any discussion? >> Miss Julie, please call roll. >> A motion was made by Mr. Mullen, seconded by Miss ODM to approve CCBOE resolution number nine. Mr. Mullins. >> I. >> Miss Odum. >> I. >> Miss Thomas. >> I. >> Miss Tal. >> I. >> All in favor? Number seven tonight is to approve the Canon County High School concrete bid that [clears throat] Miss Kennedy presented to us for CTE and that was only
011on site >> site one >> one correct >> I'll make a motion we approve the concrete BF for site one company >> for >> $39,650. >> I'll second that. >> Did you second? Okay. >> Any discussion? >> Can you repeat that cost again? I'm so sorry. >> $39,500. >> Okay. Thank you, >> Mr. T. If I could just I just want to thank Miss Kennedy for all her hard work that she's been putting forward these last two years as she's coming to this position. She has been wonderful. Just wanted to say thank you. >> Any other discussion? >> Miss Julie, please call RO. >> Motion was made by Mr. Mullen, seconded by Miss Odum to approve the CCHS concrete bid. Mr. Mullins, >> I. >> Miss ODM, >> I. >> Miss Thomas, >> I. >>
012Mr. >> I. >> All in favor? >> Excuse me. Number eight is to approve the Canon County Middle School pavilion construction bid that was presented by Miss Kennedy the other night. I'll make a motion we approve the billions construction bid for 69,500 from >> Larson LLC. >> I'll second that. Any discussion? [clears throat] >> M. Julie, please call RO. >> A motion was made by Mr. Mullen, seconded by Miss Thomas to approve the CCMS pavilion construction bid. Mr. Mullins, >> I. >> Miss Odum, >> I. >> Miss Thomas. >> I. >> Mr. Tal. >> I. >> All in favor? >> Number nine was to approve early literacy tutoring grant and incended tutoring grant. Miss uh Emily and Kathy Mullins presented to us. >> I'll make a motion that we approve these two grants. >> I'll
013second. >> Any discussion? >> M. Julie, please call the role. >> A motion was made by Miss Thomas, seconded by Mr. Mal to approve the early literacy tutoring grant and innovative tutoring grant. Mr. Mullins, >> I. >> Miss Odum, >> I. >> Miss Thomas, >> I. >> Mr. Tal, >> I [clears throat] All in favor? >> Number 10 is to approve the the review of board policies 2.10 through 2.1 2.900 fiscal management. I'll make a motion we approve board policies 2.10 through 2.900. >> I'll second that. >> Any discussion? M. Julie, please call the roll. >> A motion was made by Mr. Mr. Mullen seconded by Miss Odum to approve the review of the board policies 2.10 through 2.900 of fiscal management. Mr. Mullins >> I. >> Miss ODM >> I. >> Miss Thomas >>
014I. >> Mr. M. >> I. >> All in favor. >> Number 11 is the touchdown club to request board approval for construction and naming of a new storage building by the fieldhouse. This was presented to us Tuesday night. I'll make a motion we approve the construction and name of the building. >> I'll second it. >> Is there any more discussion on that? >> M. Julie, please call the role. >> A motion was made by Mr. Mullen, seconded by Miss Thomas to approve the uh touchdown club's request for construction enabling of uh the building storage building to be put by the fieldhouse. Mr. Mr. Mullins. >> I >> Miss Odum. >> I >> Miss Thomas. >> I Mr. Tal >> I. [snorts] >> All in favor? >> Number 12 is approve the pest control bid. I'll
015make the motion we approve [clears throat] the pest control bid from hometown. >> I'll second that. >> Any discussion on those? Miss Julie, please call roll. >> A motion was made by Mr. Mullen, seconded by Miss ODM [clears throat] to approve the pest control bid from Hometown Pest Control. >> Mr. Mullins, >> I. >> Miss Odum, >> I. >> Miss Thomas, >> I. >> Mr. Dell, >> I. >> All in favor? >> Number [clears throat] 13 tonight is director's comments. Uh, first I'd like to just welcome everyone back uh from their break and I hope everyone enjoyed themselves and got lots of good rest. Uh, a thank you as well or thank you to Miss Emily and the central office staff for the hard work that they put in in getting our PD day together
016this past Monday. Also, um, a shout out to all the teachers and admin that stepped out of their comfort zones and presented that day. um that it's we're blessed to live in a community that we have wonderful educators in our district that step up and they share their expertise uh with each other. That was really a wonderful thing. Uh just a reminder that the 26th we have our study session for CCMS and that's at 6 o'clock at the Adams Community Center meeting room. And lastly, since this is since January is schoolboard appreciation month, I'd like to thank the board for all the hard work that they put in for our students and faculty and staff. Personally, I'd like to thank you all for helping me make my job easier as I'm learning this whole process.
017Um, I appreciate each and every one of you and I encourage those in the community uh to thank a board member not just during this recognition month, but also throughout the year. and um are still on snow watching for some snow to come. [laughter] >> Thank you, Miss Julie. [clears throat] N is chairman's comment or 14 is chairman's comments. Um I just want to [snorts] thank everybody for the hard work they always do and try to stay well. I know there's a lot of sickness in the county. Um number 15 is to adjourn. >> Make a motion we adjourn. >> I'll second. >> All in favor say I. I. >> Any oppose? Eyes have it. Our next meeting will be our next regular