December 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM - Bedford County Board of Education
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I. PROCEDURAL ITEMS
Discussion:
The Bedford County Board of Education met in a regular monthly session on December 18, 2025 at 6:00 pm in the Board of Education Central Office located at 500 Madison St., Shelbyville, TN. Board members Glenn Forsee, Michael Cook, David Brown, Dan Reed, Andrea Anderson, Barton Williams, Shanna Boyette and Lana Craig were present. Brian Crews was absent. |
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I.A. Call to Order
Discussion:
Chairman Michael Cook called the meeting to order, followed by a moment of silence, and the Pledge of Allegiance led by Sophie Stacey and Lettie Dempsey who are students at Cascade Elementary School.
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I.B. Moment of Silence
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I.C. Pledge of Allegiance - Led by Sophie Stacey and Lettie Dempsey who are students at Cascade Elementary School.
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I.D. Opening Remarks
Discussion:
Mr. Cook recognized the Leadership Bedford members and all visitors that were in attendance.
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II. CONSENT AGENDA
Discussion:
The Consent Agenda was approved by acclamation upon the motion and seconded by David Brown and Andrea Anderson.
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II.A. Approval of Agenda
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II.B. Minutes from November Monthly Meeting
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II.C. Minutes from Fall Retreat, December 4, 2025
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II.D. Cascade HS FFA Trip Request
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II.E. Cascade HS FFA Trip Request (2)
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II.F. Cascade HS FFA Trip Request (3)
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II.G. Cascade HS HOSA Trip Request
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II.H. Harris Middle Band Trip Request
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II.I. SCHS Band Trip Request
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III. PUBLIC COMMENT
Discussion:
There was no public comment.
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IV. COMMUNICATIONS
Discussion:
A copy of the Good News report was in the board members’ notebooks and online for the public to see.
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IV.A. Good News Report
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V. PRESENTATIONS
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V.A. Student Achievement Recognition
Discussion:
Student Achievement Recognition - Susan Huff recognized 37 BCS students that earned a perfect score on one or more portions of the 2025 TCAP or End of Course Assessment. Each one received a certificate for their achievement.
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VI. ACTION ITEMS
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VI.A. SCHS Request to add 7 on 7 Girl's Flag Football
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Request permission to start a new program for Girl’s Flag Football. This is a spring sport with the first year as a JV team and then eligible for varsity competition the next year. Motion was made by Barton Williams and seconded by Shanna Boyette. Motion was carried with an 8-0 vote.
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VI.B. 5-10 Year Plan
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
This is the current plan but can be revised as our needs change. The plan includes renovating the building we obtained from TCAT, a new high school on land at Liberty School, a new elementary school, purchase land for a new middle school, renovate Eastside and Eakin, build a bus garage, and upgrade some of our athletic facilities, Plan attached. Motion was made by David Brown and seconded by Glenn Forsee. Motion was carried with an 8-0 vote.
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VI.C. Sale of Maintenance Building and Property
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Asking to surplus the maintenance building and the property it’s on, about 1.5 to 2 acres. We will follow all applicable laws and policies. Motion was made by Glenn Forsee and seconded by Barton Williams. Motion was carried with an 8-0 vote.
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VI.D. Bid 26-9 Oil and Lubricants
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
It was recommended to go with Four O as the lowest and best bid. It was also recommended to re-bid the transmission fluid. Motion was made by Glenn Forsee and seconded by Shanna Boyette. Motion was carried with an 8-0 vote.
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VI.E. November Monthly Financial Report
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Robert Daniel stated there was nothing unusual in the financial report. Motion was made by Dvid Brown and seconded by Lana Craig. Motion was carried with an 8-0 vote.
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VII. REPORT ITEMS
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VII.A. Monthly Tax Analysis
Discussion:
Mr. Daniel explained the comparison of last year’s numbers with the current numbers.
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VII.B. Attendance Report
Discussion:
Terise Rhodes reported we have 8,555 students in K-12 as of today. We are still down approximately 230 which was the same as last month.
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VII.C. Superintendent's Student Advisory Council Report
Discussion:
These notes are required by law to be reviewed by the Board.
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VII.D. Executive Committee Report
Discussion:
Mr. Cook announced the next board meeting will be January 15, 2026. Also, the Legislative and Legal Institute will be February 16-17, 2026, in Franklin.
Surplus property declared for Southside School. |
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VII.D.1. Surplus - Southside
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VII.E. Superintendent's Report
Discussion:
Dr. Garrett announced her intent to retire at the end of her contract which runs through June 1st, 2026. She spoke about her 30 years serving as teacher, principal, supervisor and now superintendent. She talked about how proud she is of what has been accomplished during her tenure as superintendent. She thanked the board for their trust and partnership and gratitude for our principals, teachers and staff.
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VIII. OTHER BUSINESS
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VIII.A. Additional Acknowledgements
Discussion:
Mr. Cook thanked Dr. Garrett for the 5 years she has been our Superintendent, and she has been a great partner of education.
Everyone in the room stood and applauded Dr. Garrett for everything she has done and congratulated her on her retirement. |
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VIII.B. FYI - Personnel
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IX. ADJOURNMENT
Discussion:
Glenn Forsee moved to adjourn the meeting at approximately 6:29.
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