November 11, 2025 at 5:00 PM - Bradley County Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Words of Encouragement
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2. Call to Order
Discussion:
Chairman Beaty called the meeting to order and welcomed dignitaries in attendance.
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3. Pledge to Flag
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4. Consent Agenda
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve Consent Agenda.
Board Member #1 Board Member #2 Passed
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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4.a. Meeting Agenda
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4.b. Minutes
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4.c. Field Trips
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4.d. Organizational Chart
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4.e. Policies-2nd Reading
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4.e.1. 4.100 - Instructional Program, 5.500 - Discrimination/Harassment of Employees, and
6.304 - Student Discrimination, Harassment, Bullying, Cyber-bullying, and Intimidation
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4.e.2. 6.600 - Student Records
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4.e.3. 6.603 - Student Records - Use of Records - Delete this policy
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4.e.4. 4.301 - Interscholastic Athletics
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4.e.5. 4.403 - Library Materials
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4.e.6. 5.701 - Substitute Teachers
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5. Persons Requesting to Address the Board on Agenda Items
Discussion:
No public comment was given.
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6. Director of Schools Report
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6.a. Walker Valley's Golf Team State Competition
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7. Request for changes to Charleston Elementary's digital sign- Allision Boling- Bynum
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve changes to Charleston Elementary's Digital Sign.
Board Member #1 Board Member #2 Passed
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Mrs. Allison Bynum requested replacement of the front sign on the main roadway. The current sign is inoperable and difficult to maintain. Funds have been secured through fundraising, and the new sign will be installed in the same location without structural changes.
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8. Request for Bus Transfer of Routes- Terry McElhaney
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the transfer of bus routes.
Board Member #1 Board Member #2 Passed
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Mr. Terry McElhaney requested transferring Route 29 from Terresa Phillips to Crystal Redner. Mrs. Redner has extensive experience in the bus industry, has been vetted, and, along with her husband who is also a bus driver, is recommended as a strong addition to the district’s contractor team.
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9. Update- Big City University Funding- Melissa Presswood
Discussion:
BCU supports 300 students annually through the 21st Century Community Grant. Grant funding was paused for review and reduced by over $95,000, leaving a $51,000 shortfall. All elementary schools participate; the program provides after-school care, enrichment, and tutoring. Funding through a competitive grant is being pursued; current funding is secured through this year, with next year pending government confirmation.
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10. Bids
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10.a. Lease of Welding Cylinders and Gas Services at PIE- Arlette Robinson
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve C&C Oxygen to serve as the Cylinder and Gas Service Provider for PIE until November 2028.
Board Member #1 Board Member #2 Passed
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Mrs. Brittany Cannon reviewed bids for PIE welding equipment, including outreach through the Cleveland Daily Banner, social media, and emails to suppliers. Bids opened October 31, with Holston and CC options considered. Based on price, reliability, and delivery, CNC Oxygen is recommended, with prices fixed through next year.
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11. RFQ for Attorney Selection- Amanda Lee
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to Retain Scott Bennett or Chuck Cagle.
Board Member #1 Board Member #2 Passed
Recommended Motion(s) #2:
Vote to Retain Chuck Cagle as Board Attorney.
Board Member #1 Board Member #2 Passed
Recommended Motion(s) #3:
Motion for the Executive Committee to work with Mr. Chuck Cagle to Draft and Engagement Letter to be presented at the December Board Meeting for the Purpose of Retaining a Board Attorney.
Board Member #1 Board Member #2 Passed
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Chairman Beaty reviewed the attorney selection process, noting each board member received a packet including proposals, a recommendation letter, and an attorney evaluation. Following TSBA guidance, the process included two votes: one to determine finalists and one to retain legal counsel. Mrs. Lee stated that a committee of Mr. Bryson, Mrs. Lee, and Chairman Beaty reviewed four applicants—Scott Bennett, Chuck Cagle, Sam Jackson, and Roy Roman—using five evaluation categories: education law experience, accessibility, proposed fees, references, and overall reputation. Scores placed Chuck Cagle and Scott Bennett as finalists. After discussion of experience, staff support, and potential conflicts with Cleveland City, Chuck Cagle was recommended and selected to serve as the board’s legal counsel
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12. Policy Review - 1st Reading - Amanda Lee
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12.a. Policy 4.406 - Use of the Internet
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve Policy 4.406- Use of the Internet.
Board Member #1 Board Member #2 Passed
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
District access to social media is limited to educational purposes. Content must be appropriate and safe. Student access is restricted unless authorized by a teacher for instructional use.
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12.b. Policy 6.303 - Questioning Students and Searches
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve Policy 6.630- Questioning Students and Searches.
Board Member #1 Board Member #2 Passed
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Policy 6.630 is updated to reflect recent law changes and required training. All student searches must be conducted by an SRO, security personnel, or an administrator who has completed state-mandated training.
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13. Announcements
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13.a. November 24, 2025- Stockpiled Staff Devlopment, schools are closed.
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13.b. November 25, 2025- Parent/ Teacher Conferences, schools are closed.
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13.c. November 26-28, 2025- Thanksgiving Break, offices & schools are closed.
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13.d. November 18, 2025- Board of Education Work Session.
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13.e. December 11, 2025- December Board of Education Meeting
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14. Agenda Items for the Next Board Meeting
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15. Adjournment
Discussion:
Vicki Beaty, Chairman Dr. Linda Cash, Director of Schools |
