December 11, 2025 at 6:30 PM - GCSSD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting

Discussion:  Mr. Eddie Watkins led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Discussion:  Mr. Eddie Watkins called the meeting to order.

Discussion:  No public comment

Discussion:  Ms. Marcie Williams from ATA, CPA, presented the results of the 2024-2025 Internal School Funds and District Audit. The audit highlighted common errors related to the Internal School Funds, particularly concerning the segregation of duties and accountability for resale fundraisers at multiple schools. Ms. Williams pointed out that several schools use debit cards for routine operating expenditures, despite the manual stating that debit cards should only be utilized in emergencies due to the risks associated with using an unsecured payment method. Recently, staff received training to assist with budgeting, and changes made to the Internal School Funds Manual. Additionally, Ms. Williams mentioned a new requirement in the manual regarding signatures for gift card purchases, noting that several schools lacked the necessary documentation. The District Audit reported no findings and indicated that expenditures were under budget. 

Discussion:  Mr. Eddie Pruett presented the Electronic Participation for Family Visits Abroad Resolution. This resolution allows Board members to participate in meetings electronically while they are away for family visits. Currently, Board members can only participate electronically when they are out of town for work-related reasons.

Discussion:  Mr. Eddie Pruett presented the 2026-2027 School Calendar. 

• Option 1 - 39.2%
  • 5 Days Fall Break
  • 3 Days Thanksgiving Break
  • 5 Days Spring Break
  • Semester One: August 3-December 18
  • Semester Two: January 5-May 21
• Option 2 - 32.9%
  • 5 Days Fall Break
  • 5 Days Thanksgiving Break
  • 5 Days Spring Break
  • Semester One: July 30–December 18
  • Semester Two: January 5–May 21
• Option 3 - 7.2%
  • 2 Days Fall Break
  • 5 Days Thanksgiving Break
  • 5 Days Spring Break
  • Semester One: August 4 - December 18
  • Semester Two: January 5–May 21
• Option 4 - 20.8%
  • 2 Days Fall Break
  • 3 Days Thanksgiving Break
  • 5 Days Spring Break
  • Semester One: August 6 - December 18
  • Semester Two: January 5–May 21

Discussion:  Student Board Members Mr. Jack Ball and Mr. Isaac Sherer provided updates on their respective schools. Mr. Ball reported that four students from GCHS received academic recognition at the Beta Convention. Meanwhile, Mr. Sherer praised the Hornets' football team for their impressive playoff performance and noted that the Lady Hornets basketball team remains undefeated so far this season.

Discussion:  Mr. Eddie Pruett presented the Surplus items. 

Discussion:  Mr. Eddie Pruett presented an overview of the TSBA Annual Convention and Leadership Conference. Board members discussed their takeaways and future goals.