May 13, 2025 at 6:30 PM - GCSSD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Discussion:
Dr. Richard Addo led the Pledge of Allegiance.
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2. CALL TO ORDER
Discussion:
Mr. Tom Lannom called the meeting to order.
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3. ROLL CALL
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4. CONSENT AGENDA
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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4.A. ALC Report
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4.B. Bullying/Harassment Report
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4.C. Finance Reports
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4.D. Funding Applications
FY26 CTE Perkins Basic
CTE Perkins Reserve |
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4.E. Juvenile Court Referrals
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4.F. Maintenance/Technology Reports
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4.G. Minutes Approval
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4.H. Overnight Field Trips
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5. RECOGNITION
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5.A. Teachers of the Year
Discussion:
Principals of each school recognized their Teachers of the Year and Retirees.
Teachers of the Year Debbie Reynolds-Dyer School, Lyndsey Norman-GCHS, Marylee Williams, Kenton School, Jennifer McVay-Rutherford School, Jenny Stringer-SGCES, Chelsea Matamoros-SGCHS, John Crenshaw-SGCMS, Gretchen Beauchamp, Spring Hill School, Lori Allen, Yorkville School Supervisor of the Year - Renee Childs Principal of the Year - Margaret DeLoach Retirees Tracy Abbott, Renee Childs, James "Jim" Hughes, Charles "Scott" Jewell, Thomas "Phil" Rogers, Vance Coleman, Bob McClain, Becky Smith, Katrina Voss, Brenda Wylie |
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5.B. CTSO Accomplishments
Discussion:
Mr. Derek Norman and the advisors recognized students' accomplishments as they shared their successes and experiences through Career Technical Student Organizations (CTSO) such as TSA, Culinary, FFA, FBLA, HOSA, and FCCLA.
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6. PUBLIC COMMENT
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Several parents addressed the board regarding unfair treatment by faculty and staff, racism, and the targeting of children with disabilities within the GCSSD. The board was unaware of these allegations and inquired whether proper steps had been taken. They advised following the chain of command and speaking with the Director of Schools.
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7. AMENDED AGENDA***
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7.A. 2025-2026 Annual Agenda & Board Meeting Schedule
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Mr. Eddie Pruett presented the 2025-2026 Annual Agenda & Board Meeting Schedule.
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7.B. Textbook Adoption
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Dr. Michelle Goad presented the Textbook.
Science textbook recommendations are: Savvas for K-8,
McGraw-Hill for Physical Science, Anatomy & Physiology
Cengage for Biology 1 & 2, Chemistry 1 & 2, AP Chemistry, and Physics
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7.C. Summer Learning Camp Budget Amendment
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Mr. Rory Hinson presented the Summer Learning Camp Budget Amendment. The Tennessee Department of Education allocated $477,647.41 to the GCSSD for the Summer Camp program. The camp is available for rising K-9th-grade students from May 27 to June 19. Students are prioritized according to CASE test results and will receive instruction in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics. In addition, they will participate in Response to Intervention (RTI), have daily recess and physical education (PE), and engage in STREAM activities (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics).
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7.D. Summer Programming
Discussion:
Mr. Eddie Pruett presented the summer programming plan, which outlined the courses offered, transportation details, class size ratios, budget including staff compensation, school nutrition needs, staffing, and enrollment criteria.
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7.E. Policy Revisions
3.219 Use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Drones)
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Mr. Eddie Pruett presented the Policy Revisions.
Policy #3.219: Use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Drones) now states that visitors and non-GCSSD employees must obtain permission from the district or local administration to operate a drone on GCSSD property. Visitors are required to submit a request using the GCSSD drone flight permission form.
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7.F. TSBA Board of Distinction***
Discussion:
Ms. Treva Maitland challenged the board to complete the checklist to achieve recognition as a TSBA Board of Distinction.
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8. DIRECTOR'S REPORT
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8.A. Feasibility Study Work Session Date
Discussion:
Mr. Pruett requested that the Feasibility Study Work Session be held on June 5th at 6:00 PM.
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8.B. Teacher Appreciation Week: May 5-9
Discussion:
Mr. Eddie Pruett announced Teacher Appreciation Week was May 5th to 9th. Staff enjoyed breakfast on May 6th.
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8.C. Staff Lunch
Discussion:
Mr. Eddie Pruett informed the board that all staff would be provided with lunch on Thursday, May 22nd.
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9. ADJOURN
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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