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Consent agenda: The board moved and approved the consent agenda as presented during the meeting; the chair called for the motion, it was seconded and members voted in favor when the question was put, with no further roll‑call recorded in the transcript.

Personnel actions: The board approved a package of personnel items that included coaching appointments (paid and unpaid), resignations, retirements and new substitute appointments. The superintendent’s staff presented 106 personnel items and the board approved them following a motion and second; the clerk recorded “All in favor? Aye. Motion cleared.”

Central‑office reorganization (phase 1): The board voted to approve Superintendent Ryan Sachs’s recommended central office reorganization phase 1, which creates two deputy‑superintendent positions and four executive‑director roles and initiates related employee transfers and postings. The vote on that motion was recorded in the transcript as 4 in favor and 1 opposed; the superintendent will consult legal counsel on specific job‑description wording before posting certain positions.

Litigation dismissal: After an executive‑session discussion, the superintendent recommended approval of a dismissal agreement in consolidated litigation (case identifiers referenced in the meeting as CC‑02‑2019‑CD‑89, CC‑02‑2019‑93 and CC‑02‑2019‑114). The board moved, seconded and approved the dismissal agreement; the transcript records the motion carried.

Executive session votes: The board entered and exited multiple executive sessions under West Virginia Code §6‑9A‑4 (as cited in the meeting agenda). The board made motions and took votes to enter those executive sessions, and later returned to public session to announce outcomes where permitted.

Ending: The board concluded the meeting by scheduling a workshop and by noting follow‑up tasks (HR meetings with impacted staff and legal review on job‑description language).","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Board of Education Meeting 3-3-25","oneSentenceSummary","Summary of formal board actions taken at the March 3 meeting: consent agenda approved, personnel actions approved, central‑office reorganization phase 1 approved (4–1), and a litigation dismissal agreement approved following executive session.","taxTitle","BERKELEY COUNTY SCHOOLS, School Districts, West Virginia","taxId",13060,"location","West Virginia","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":46,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6302106,"Superintendent proposes central‑office reorganization; board approves phase 1 after debate",1440,12780000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2482594-268ffde33aaab4559b3fe5b7250d328e&start=12780&end=14220","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2482594-268ffde33aaab4559b3fe5b7250d328e/thumbnail_12780000.jpg","/articles/6302106/West-Virginia/Superintendent-proposes-centraloffice-reorganization-board-approves-phase-1-after-debate","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6302106-ba78f707700a67cb300b1cf88276fe3c/orig.mp4?Expires=1775022571&Signature=d61~pzVlvi4y1COS1y4AXoOqG1I98DNYbxBONREZGlaD33Sncnu5mKfDzWbClkl9XLDIZ220PKz3SRYl8ceeRn8pv6z6Ouuy423bBw21YJ0f~WOPidLLWDbrT1Q9TcuPNVYamH-3w1CQrGzqyseJ5noJi8m~I9fgjcTFw4asfHYhFRUfIb4G6aWzu0ecVV6e7YWmtphFkcYl8UHO~WDLS5bpM0Qgki4d-6b1q4ssEaVEzRnOECv4~TLeWKbbRShvlPw9gvaYNrKZ2CIkNiBi0vxbrt7Wnji~S6yXhEoHZKxy4ZoeMLh6zK-vP9lb7Whfx3M1~eo474Qad0jOgewsHw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Superintendent Ryan Sachs presented a phased restructuring of Berkeley County Schools’ central office at the March 3 Board of Education meeting, saying the change would align leadership and reduce duplicative or siloed decision making.

Sachs proposed two deputy superintendent positions—one for instructional leadership and one for operations—and new executive‑director posts to consolidate functions such as special education, human resources and organizational development. He described the goal as aligning district leadership “so that every note, every decision, and every action contributes to 1 shared mission.”

Why it matters: The plan changes senior leadership structure, affects several district administrators through transfers and postings, and is designed to alter how resources and professional development are coordinated across the system. Sachs said the plan would ultimately reduce district‑level positions as phase 2 is implemented.

Board members debated details throughout the presentation and public discussion. Several trustees requested clarification about where responsibilities—such as safety and restorative practices—would sit, asked for legal review of language in a draft job description, and sought assurances about individual employee notifications and due‑process protections. Sachs said human‑resources staff would meet individually with impacted employees and that phase‑2 consolidations could result in a net reduction of district‑level administrative positions.

Motion and outcome: After debate the board voted to approve the reorganization phase 1, including position creations and transfers, with a recorded outcome of four votes for and one opposed.

Ending: The superintendent said the district would post job descriptions and seek applicants; he also said he would consult legal counsel to clarify language about restorative practices if the board requested further review before posting one position.","Superintendent Ryan Sachs outlined a two‑phase reorganization of central administration that would replace several assistant‑superintendent posts with two deputy superintendents and executive‑director roles; the board approved phase 1 on March 3 after discussion and a 4–1 vote.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6302112,"Hanover Research presents Berkeley County Schools stakeholder survey showing overall favorable views and areas for improvement",638,9360000,9998000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2482594-268ffde33aaab4559b3fe5b7250d328e&start=9360&end=9998","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2482594-268ffde33aaab4559b3fe5b7250d328e/thumbnail_9360000.jpg","/articles/6302112/West-Virginia/Hanover-Research-presents-Berkeley-County-Schools-stakeholder-survey-showing-overall-favorable-views-and-areas-for-improvement","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6302112-6522bc234574976aa41e4ae8161168ae/orig.mp4?Expires=1775022571&Signature=Ledr45Zcd8oDdjcSXJxIngtpxMRWauuq-5PUK4id8eqxY0kGzxrzLVRy1DuhrG5987Zo6QJg2TtViuV0jXl9OW0ihkYPy7i8K06qFvcydgzGzO2sYLd3gOJ-Ejv6g5P9je7JOY69jedkUSY6~kUAEuzfr8-hSyPdcgxWoSPwCMi5rVALQ1obLhGf-AQk8DpE1stbpw6Lj2RWm2cLQ9mlix8eEH-FBWJJkO9ZDHP5lvchPWSv1qmIE6qsLeaxq6OIaMnIitbbSKoOTInxHfsttk~UGoHBVdZ7HEwKChjZsaCrPo-RHTZbW2hMqmQGK-0KrQ3RrLyokr1BkxLHQHIolQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Hanover Research presented the results of a Berkeley County Schools stakeholder survey at the Board of Education meeting on March 3, reporting more than 2,000 respondents and identifying strengths and areas for targeted improvement.

The consultants said the survey found generally positive perceptions of the district’s academic environment and safety, while flagging growth opportunities including career and technical education (CTE), perceived curriculum rigor among students, and stronger, more personalized professional learning for staff.

Why it matters: The district’s leadership said the findings will inform the strategic plan and professional‑development priorities. Survey data will be posted publicly and used to shape summer planning and next year’s initiatives.

Hanover’s Melanie Flaxer summarized key academic findings: community members view the district as having a positive academic environment and many resources, but students requested more CTE options and more rigorous, real‑life connections in lessons. “Students report feeling prepared for class and supported by your teachers,” Flaxer said, while also noting students want more recognition and greater comfort seeking teacher help.

On safety, Hanover reported that most respondents feel safe at school, but students expressed more safety concerns than staff or parents on issues such as bullying and online harassment; only about 10% of students reported feeling pressure to use substances on school property. Hanover recommended the district raise awareness of existing safety programs and supports.

On parent engagement and communication, Hanover reported parents feel welcomed and that communications align with parent preferences (school platforms and email), but fewer parents said schools actively seek their input in decision making. Hanover recommended targeted outreach and clearer information about what students are learning and how parents can support reading, math and social‑emotional development.

Hanover described the sample as robust: about 2,049 respondents overall, including nearly 1,000 school staff and 893 parents. The firm recommended follow‑up interviews and targeted professional learning adjustments; staff and the superintendent said the full report will be shared with the public the next day and used to guide the district’s strategic planning.

Ending: Board members asked for follow‑up breakdowns by grade and subgroup and requested the Hanover team provide the full data supplement for further review. The district said it will post the full report on the superintendent’s page and distribute next steps to staff and the public.","Hanover Research presented results of a districtwide stakeholder survey at the March 3 board meeting: respondents largely rated the district positively on academics and safety while identifying needs for more career and technical education, stronger professional learning for staff and clearer communication with parents.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6302116,"Spring Mills community urges board to reinstate head coach during public comments",260,7200000,7460000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2482594-268ffde33aaab4559b3fe5b7250d328e&start=7200&end=7460","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2482594-268ffde33aaab4559b3fe5b7250d328e/thumbnail_7200000.jpg","/articles/6302116/West-Virginia/Spring-Mills-community-urges-board-to-reinstate-head-coach-during-public-comments","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6302116-96d028f79c29f6f814b560fe32f4995c/orig.mp4?Expires=1775022571&Signature=SKF~Y5xkOBlkL2lC8umH1-cxSMOXPnrSCOIqpa9BDZoLOiLqY-~8K6Bz8QxPpbHH305JcIcxuh~31yFYYihe2qN4B2Hr6DbN773oYwPFzCG4yPMj9RuHAmDlAccOb6Km3qH5iUQzKeDiNEL63OYJps2TWMZZiEY7QF8Wq~PVXdLPinME9ZguMPZ2Qcu9KnWWVmS9q7sTGNJO~GwOvNdDrueNf6Xq~FoBrWvp2mjYiMjHUN57drJt-TGZMnXrMW0iAYQOAvoKlsdvX52sM59HpEvLKoZK9NAITAxluvRcZ5XJgLg5ntyCxV2UZdMsmgY1qo1SmK8L4kGMrumnbZ47jg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Dozens of students, parents and community members used the public-comment portion of the Berkeley County Schools Board of Education meeting on March 3 to press the board to reinstate Spring Mills High School head coach, who has been on administrative leave.

Speakers said the coach’s absence has hurt the team’s morale and could derail players’ recruiting and a run at a state title. The board did not take formal action on the matter during the meeting.

Why it matters: Commenters said the coach is not only the team leader but a mentor whose presence affects students’ athletic recruiting, academic progress and emotional well‑being. Several parents and players said suspending the coach has effectively punished students during a competitive season.

Multiple students and parents described the coach as influential in helping athletes access college opportunities and academic support. “He cares about me as an athlete and as a person and student,” said Maximus Anderson, who identified himself as a four‑year captain and a student speaker. Several parents said they had sought meetings with district leaders and had received little or no response; Kista Apoku Achampong said, “Since [the coach] was placed on administrative leave with pay on February 3, parents, players, and community members have requested to meet with members of the board and have repeatedly been met with silence.”

An assistant coach and other athletic staff also spoke in support. Andrew Edmonson, who identified himself as the assistant varsity coach and a social‑studies teacher, said he had observed the head coach’s detailed preparation and the relationships the coach built with players and urged the board to consider reinstatement.

Parents and community members raised procedural concerns about communication and investigative transparency. Chrissy Shipley, a parent, said the situation has caused “lingering emotional distress and mental anguish” for athletes and families, and asked the board to prioritize student welfare.

No formal board action on reinstatement was recorded in the meeting minutes; the coach’s employment status remains an administrative matter. Several speakers said they want the board to meet with parents and students, and some asked for clearer communication and timelines from district leadership.

Ending: Speakers asked the board to consider the competitive season’s timing when weighing next steps and to provide a timeline for resolving open questions. The board moved on to agenda items and executive‑session business later in the meeting without announcing further action on the coach’s status.","Dozens of students, parents and community members urged the Berkeley County Board of Education to reinstate Spring Mills High School head coach, who has been on administrative leave; commenters said the coach provides mentorship and academic support and that the team's season and players’ opportunities are affected.","actionData","errors"]

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Votes at a glance: Berkeley County Schools board decisions, March 3, 2025

Superintendent proposes central‑office reorganization; board approves phase 1 after debate

Hanover Research presents Berkeley County Schools stakeholder survey showing overall favorable views and areas for improvement

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