001We'd like to welcome everyone to tonight's Canon County Board of Education meeting for November the 13th. First on the agenda is the public comment. It gets three minutes per individual and comments containing only the current agenda items. Tonight, we didn't have no one sign up. Next will be the good citizenship award. and I'll turn that over to Miss Julie. >> Good. [Music] >> Good evening. >> Third time's a charm. Good evening. We're going to start this evening with our uh citizens of the month, our good citizens. And from Canon County Elementary, we have Savannah Curran. [Applause] >> Yeah, please. Savannah is a dedicated fourth grade student and a proud CCES cheerleader. Savannah is a top-notch student who consistently gives her best in everything she does. She approaches each day with a positive attitude, works hard
002in the classroom, and is always ready to lend a helping hand to others. Her hard work and dedication also earned her the title of September's Cub of the Month. Her kindness, determination, and school spirit make her a wonderful example of what it means to be a CCES Cub. We are proud to recognize Savannah Curran for her leadership, character, and commitment to excellence. [Applause] From Canon North, we have Laura Weaver. [Applause] Laura is in Miss Kendria's third grade class. She always tries her absolute best in everything that she does. She's a leader academically and socially. She uses manners and shows respect to both her classmates and adults. From Canon South, we have Coulson Crawford. [Applause] Coulson always goes above and beyond to help others and do his best. He is well behaved and well-mannered. He will
003do anything you need him to. He is an outstanding student and Miss Cy says she is so very proud of him. From Canyon County Middle School, Braxton Phillips. [Applause] Braxton has a strong work e work ethic, participates in class, always encourages others in the class, and does everything he can to be an academic success. Congratulations, And from Canon County High School, the administration of Canyon County High School is pleased to present Hayden Bifford as the citizen of the month. Is Hayden here? Well, Hayden is recognized by his teachers and peers as being nice and respectful. He is a hard worker who's willing to do whatever is needed to finish a job. He never asks for attention or credit, but is always willing to help out and do for others. They are very proud of Hayden
004and all he brings to Canon County High School. [Applause] And if the administration, the principles for each of these kiddos could come on up so we could get a group picture real quick. Congratulations. [Music] [Applause] Now, if y'all would lead us in the pledge 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. please. Okay. And now our employee spotlight of the month from Kanan County Elementary is goes to the fourth grade team of Miss Beth Todd and Miss Brandon Mansfield. [Applause] This month, Miss Hackne is proud to recognize the CCEES outstanding fourth grade team of Miss Beth Todd and Miss Brandy Man Mansfield. Both of
005these exceptional educators demonstrate what excellence is in teaching looks like each and every day. Their classrooms are calm, structured, and professional places where students feel safe, focused, and ready to learn. Mrs. Todd and Mrs. Manfield hold high expectations for their students and maintain outstanding classroom management, setting a standard of excellence that is felt throughout their grade level. Together, they work as a true team, supporting one another in creating an environment where both students and staff can thrive. We are grateful for their dedication, professionalism, and the positive impact they make at CCES. [Applause] Canon North. Miss Hannah is the uh employee of the month who is our K through2 teacher of the year this year. [Applause] Miss uh Hannah Kennedy is so caring and hardworking. She spends countless hours getting to know her students and how
006to best teach them. She engages all of her students with hands-on and creative activities. Her love for teaching is evident in each and every day as she imparts this enthusiasm to her students and peers. We are lucky that Miss Hannah Kennedy is a teacher at Canon North Elementary. [Applause] Hannon South, Miss Angie Fan. [Applause] Miss Angie goes above and beyond in every aspect of her work. As an interventionist, she provides targeted support that helps students succeed while also leading data meetings with insight and precision. Her thoughtful planning of intervention groups and her leadership in our intervention team ensure that our win time runs smoothly and effectively. Her excellent communication with families ensures strong partnerships that support student success. We are so grateful for her expertise, dedication, and positive impact on our school community. Canon County
007Middle School. Miss Chelsea Grizzen. [Applause] Miss Grizz is always so positive and uplifting. She always approaches each day with a smile on her face and grace in her heart. We're so glad that you're She Miss Grisma is a first year teacher with us here at Canon County Middle School. So, welcome. We're glad you're with us. And Canon County High School, Miss Casey McGee. [Applause] The administration of Canon County High School is proud to announce Miss Casey McGee as the spotlight employee of the month for November 2025. Miss Casey is a quiet and laid-back individual who can work with anyone. She has excellent relationships with our CCHS students. She works with these students in many different areas, including scheduling, advising, post-secondary planning, and general counseling. Miss Casey also leads or helps with many events and programs
008for CCHS, such as senior night, fast night, ACT, career fair, senior awards night, and graduation. Miss Casey is a huge asset to Canon County High School, and we appreciate her and all she does for our school. [Applause] Thank you. [Music] Mhm. >> Okay. Next tonight is the Red Ribbon Door Decorating Contest winner sponsored by the Canon County Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition, Miss Stephanie Alexander. So each year in October, we have the Red Ribbon campaign and it is aiming to encourage youth to participate in a drug-free lifestyle. And that is celebrated every year in the last week of October. And we have some wonderful community partners, the Kenning County Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition along with the health department's health educator, Miss Caitlyn Parker. And they do so many different things during the month of October for
009our students. And one of those, it's new this year, first annual, is they sponsored a door decorating contest around this year's theme, life is a puzzle, solve it drug-free. And this was just for our K5 elementary schools. And we had 31 entries. And the drug coalition is also sponsoring a pizza party for those winning classrooms as well. But I just wanted to take a moment and also recognize them at our board meeting. This just shows the dedication of these teachers who are incorporating those health standards into their uh classrooms and going above and beyond to participate in these activities sponsored by our community partners. So for Canon County Elementary, our first place winner was our prek team with Miss Brandy Sullivan, Miss Robin McCord, and Miss Karen Seawward. If those ladies would come up, please.
010from Canon North. Miss Courtourtney calls third grade classroom. [Applause] At Canon South, our first place was a tie with Miss Tracy Hell's fifth grade and Miss Lauren Pack's fourth grade. Please ladies. It is. Um, for our second place winners at Canon Elementary, it is Miss Ariel Bailey's third grade classroom. I don't see Miss Ariel out there, but congratulations to her. At Canon North, Miss Marshia Maguire's fourth grade. [Applause] [Music] And at Canon South, Miss Dylan Cutral's third grade class plays second as well. So, please give these people a round of applause. [Applause] The Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition is going to sponsor a pizza party for our first prize winners. And then I'm taking care of uh popcorn and drinks for our second place winners as well. And today, the coalition invited all of them to
011attend their monthly meeting and fed them lunch and also recognized them today. So, we really appreciate what the coalition is doing for our teachers and our students. Thank you all. [Applause] Everybody disappear >> before we call roll Not. I'd like to introduce Miss Maggie Jenkins as our uh student representative for our board this year. I'll give her a round of applause. [Applause] >> Miss Julie, when you're ready, please call the role. >> Miss Jessica Curtis >> here. >> Derek Mullins >> here. >> Courtney ODM >> here. >> Altha Thomas >> here. >> Rebecca Tal >> here. >> All here. We have a quorum. First item on the agenda tonight is to approve the November 13, 2025 agenda of the Canon County Board of Education. >> Go ahead. >> I'll make a motion we approve. >>
012I'll second. >> Any discussion? >> Miss Julie, please call the role. >> A motion was made by Miss Tal, a seconded by Jessica Curtis to approve the November 13, 2025 agenda of the Canon County Board of Education. Miss Curtis, >> I. >> Mr. Mullins, >> I. Miss Mo Odum >> I. >> Miss Thomas >> I. >> Miss Tal >> I all in favor. [Applause] >> Next tonight is the consent agenda. Um that's approved minutes of the October 9th 2025 regular meeting of the board of education and B to approve trip number 4983 and that's the Caning County High School DECA for the sports and entertainment marketing conference in Orlando, Florida. I'll make a motion that we approve the consent agenda. >> I'll second. >> Any discussion? >> Miss Julie, please call a role. >> A
013motion was made by Miss Thomas. A second by Miss Curtis to approve the consent uh item agenda. A approve minutes of the October 9th, 2025 regular meeting of the Canon County Board of Education. B approve overnight and out of state trips. and trip number 4983 for CCHS Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference in Orlando, Florida. Miss Curtis, >> I. >> Mr. Mullins, >> I. >> Miss Odum, >> I. >> Miss Thomas, >> I. >> Mr. Tal, >> I. >> All in favor? >> Next on the agenda is number three, the financial report, and that was went over Tuesday night at the workshop. Number four was the supervisor's report that was also covered at the workshop Tuesday night. Number five is to reapprove resolution number BOE 2526 number four. This was discussed at the workshop. Is there
014any more to add, Miss Julie? >> No, sir. >> I'll make a motion we reapprove resolution BOE 2526 number four. >> I'll second that. >> Any discussion? Miss Julie, please call the role. >> A motion was made by Mr. Mullins, seconded by Miss Thomas to reapprove resolution BOE 2526 number four. Miss Curtis, >> I. >> Mr. Mullins, >> I. >> Miss Odum, >> I. >> Miss Thomas, >> I. >> Miss Tal, >> I. >> All in favor? >> Number six is approved. BOE 2526. Approved resolution BOE 2526. number five, number six, number seven, and number eight. This was also discussed at the workshop. Is there anything else to add? >> No, sir. >> I'll make a motion that we approve these resolutions as discussed at the workshop. >> Second. >> Who wants it? >> Any
015discussion? >> Miss Julie, please call role. >> A motion was made by Miss Thomas, a seconded by Miss Curtis to approve resolution BOE 2526. Number five, number six, number seven, and number eight. Miss Curtis, >> I >> Mr. Mullins, >> I. >> Miss ODM, >> I. >> Miss Thomas, >> I. >> Mr. Tal, >> I. >> All in favor? >> Number seven tonight is to approve TSBA recommendations from the annual audit school board policies. 4.210 credit recovery, 4.605, graduation requirements, and 6.50 500 special education students. Is there anything to add to this, Miss Julie? >> No, sir. >> I'll make a motion we approve the recommendations. I'll second that. >> Any discussion? >> M. Julie, please call the role. >> A motion was made by Miss Tal, seconded by Miss Odum to approve TSBA recommendations
016from the annual audit, schoolboard policies 4.210 credit recovery, 4.605 605 graduation requirements and 650 special education students. Miss Curtis >> I, >> Mr. Mullins, >> I, >> Miss Odum, >> I, >> Miss Thomas, >> I, >> and Miss Trel, >> I. >> All in favor? >> Number eight tonight is to approve schoolboard policies 4.10 through 4.805, instructional program. I'll make a motion that we approve these schoolboard policies as discussed on Tuesday night. >> I'll second. Any discussion? >> Shirley, please call the role. >> A motion was made by Miss Thomas, seconded by Mr. Mullins to approve review of the schoolboard policies 4.10 through 4.805, the instructional program. Miss Curtis, >> I. >> Mr. Mullins, >> I. >> Miss Odum, >> I. >> Miss Thomas, >> I. Mr. Tel >> I. >> All in favor? >>
017Number nine tonight was consideration of selling the Reading Safari Bus. I'll make a motion we let Miss Black sell the Reading Safari Bus. >> I'll second that. >> Any discussion? Miss Julie, please call the RO. >> A motion was made by Mr. Mullen seconded by Miss Thomas to approve the selling of the read reading safar reading safari bus. Miss Curtis >> I. >> Mr. Mullins. >> Hi. >> Miss Odum. >> I. >> Miss Thomas. >> I. >> Miss Tal. >> I. >> All in favor. Excuse me. Number 10 tonight is to discuss the purchases of new buses for the 26 27 school year. Um, I think we just need to approve for her to bid that out. >> I'll make I'll move that we approve to bid that out. Um, and I think that we
018need my motion would be to bid out for two buses. I'll second. >> Any discussion? Miss Julie, please call the role. Okay. A motion was made by Miss Thomas, seconded by Miss Tal to approve the bidding out of for two new school buses for the 2627 school year. Miss Curtis, >> I. >> Mr. Mullins, >> I. >> Miss ODM, >> I. >> Miss Thomas, >> I >> and Mr. Tal >> I. >> All in favor. >> Thank you. >> Number 11 is to approve permission to bid out safety bullets for the Canon County Elementary School and Canon County Middle School campus. This was over $25,000 quote, so we have to approve the bid. I'll make a motion we approve permission to bid. >> I'll second that. >> Thank you. >> Is there any discussion? >>
019M. Julie, please call the role. >> A motion was made by Mr. Mullins, seconded by Miss Odum to approve the uh to give permission to bid out for safety ballers for CCEES and CCMS campus. Miss Curtis. >> I. >> Mr. Mullins. >> I. Miss Odum >> I >> Miss Thomas >> I >> Mr. I >> all in favor >> number 12 denied is to discuss and possible approval of director evaluation rubric tool. Um listening back is there anything we need to approve on this? Do we need to approve to go with the new one or >> correct me if I'm wrong. I listened to it today. So >> I think we would need to make a motion. Um, I'll make a motion to to approve the new one that we looked at at the uh
020retreat uh due to the fact that those of us that were at the retreat at the time um found that it to be more concise. Um, and this was one that Miss Vincent was a part of as well and Miss Odum has also been made aware of. So, I'll make that motion that we adopt that one. >> I'll second. >> Any discussion? Miss Jul. >> Thank you. A motion was made by Miss Thomas, seconded by Miss Tal to approve the adoption of the director evaluation as suggested from the TSBA >> Retreat. Thank you, >> Miss Curtis. >> I >> Mr. Mullins, >> I >> Miss Odum, >> I >> Miss Thomas, I >> miss Trel. >> I >> All in favor? Thank you. 13 tonight is Lisa Black needs to address the board concerning a
021contract with with Verizon to install GPS trackers on two driver egg cars and two CTE Suburbans. And Miss Black, that was 2350 a year. >> Yes. >> I'll make a motion we approve the contract with Verizon. >> I'll second. >> Any discussion? Miss Julie, please call a roll. >> A motion was made by Mr. Mullen, seconded by Miss Curtis to approve a contract with Verizon to install GPS trackers on the two driver's ed cars and the two CTE Suburbans. Miss Curtis, >> I. >> Mr. Mullins, >> I. >> Miss ODM, >> I. >> Miss Thomas, >> I. >> And Miss TMO. >> I. >> All in favor? >> Number 14 is director's comments. Miss Julie. First, I'd like to congratulate our high school football team on their accomplishments that they have had this season. I've
022uh also enjoyed getting to see some of the middle school basketball teams play and look forward to the beginning of our high school basketball season. Uh also a big congratulations to our can Canon County middle school cheerleaders and our high school cheerleaders on making it to nationals. I was also very honored to be invited to participate in the Veterans Day program that the American Legion put on uh that took place at Kenny County High School on November 11th. Thank you again to Mr. Nichols for hosting the event. Uh also a thank you to our veterans and their families. I would like to wish all of Canon County Schools administrators, faculty, staff, students, and their families a very happy Thanksgiving and enjoy your few days off. Thank you, Miss Julie. >> Number 15 is chairman comments.
023I'd also like to thank all the veterans our country for us being able to do this and have a freedom in our country and like to thank Mr. Nichols and the other schools that put on programs on Tuesday for the veterans. Um, also want to wish everyone going on beta trip from elementary to high school next week. Uh, good luck and everybody have a happy Thanksgiving. All I have number 16 is adjourned. I'll make a motion to adjurnn. >> I'll second that. >> All in favor say I. I. >> Any oppose? Eyes have it. Our next board meeting is t our workshop is Tuesday, December 9th, 2025 at 6 p.m. at the Adams Committee Room. And our regular board meeting will be Thursday, December 11th here at Kennan County Elementary Middle School Cafeteria. Thank