During a recent school board meeting, junior executive board member Melissa Anderson presented a proposal for a breast cancer awareness 5K run and walk scheduled for October 12th. The event aims to honor breast cancer survivors within the school system and seeks community support for sponsorship and registration, which is set at $20 for adults. Anderson also mentioned that donation drop-off boxes would be available at the next school board meeting for those wishing to contribute.

In a separate discussion, parent Shamarias Mathis expressed significant concerns regarding the communication surrounding a recent lockdown at Edwards Middle School. Mathis criticized the school system for its delayed response to a serious threat, stating that parents received a notification nearly two hours after the situation began. The initial message downplayed the seriousness of the incident, leading to confusion and panic among parents who were left to rely on social media for updates. Mathis emphasized the need for transparency and empathy in communications, particularly in light of recent safety incidents in schools. She urged the board to improve their messaging to foster trust and calm among parents during emergencies.