Pinellas School District appoints Tim Stevens as new principal of Pinellas Primary School

The June 24, 2025, Board Meeting for McCreary County, Kentucky, commenced with Superintendent Clint Taylor announcing the appointment of Tim Stevens as the new principal of Pinellas Primary School. Taylor expressed confidence in Stevens' ability to lead the school effectively.

Following the announcement, the meeting transitioned to the treasury report presented by Miss DeMott. She detailed the financial status of various funds, noting that the general fund had six payments totaling $1,350,000. The special revenue fund included reimbursements from Save the Children, while the capital outlay fund received its final deposit of the year, which was allocated for bond payments. The construction fund remains active with ongoing expenditures related to construction projects. DeMott concluded with the general fund's ending balance, reported at $10,563,000.

The board then moved to discuss Superintendent Clint Taylor's contract. John Blevins provided an overview, indicating that the new contract mirrors the previous one, with a notable change in salary structure. Taylor requested that the board not pay dues for various educational organizations, preferring instead to receive a salary of $150,000. This adjustment reflects a shift from the previous salary of $145,000 plus dues. Blevins confirmed that the contract's terms remain consistent with past agreements, primarily differing in benefits packages chosen by previous superintendents.

After addressing any questions regarding the contract, the board proceeded to vote. A motion was made and seconded to approve Taylor's contract, which passed unanimously.

The meeting concluded with a discussion on the renewal of property and liability insurance, including workers' compensation, although details on this topic were not fully captured in the transcript. Overall, the meeting highlighted key administrative changes and financial updates, setting the stage for future developments in McCreary County's educational landscape.