Aug. 5 — Committee member Miss Dominguez asked Tuesday whether the district has assigned paraprofessionals to kindergarten classes and how vacancies created by those shifts are being filled.

"I was just wondering how are we situated with all our paras going into our kindergarten classes? Is that something that y'all can update us on today?" Miss Dominguez asked. Mr. Matthews, a staff member, said staff are meeting with the coordinator to get numbers but have been delayed by documentation and payroll processing. "We're making headway," he said, "just can't give you a specific number at this point."

Committee members also raised concerns about vacancies left in other grades after paraprofessionals moved to kindergarten. Mr. Matthews said Dr. Purcell is leading the work to address those gaps but was not present at the meeting; staff offered to have Dr. Purcell call committee members with details. Presenters told the committee that principals have filled some last-minute resignations and that teaching positions are currently covered.

No formal action or vote was taken on this item; committee members requested follow-up information. Staff indicated the item remains in progress and that a more precise staffing count would be provided after payroll and coordination steps are completed.