Board presented with KSBA policy changes; staff flags possible increase in credited military experience from four to six years

The Oldham County Board of Education received a second‑read presentation on Kentucky School Boards Association (KSBA) policy changes for fiscal year 2026, including a change that could allow the district to credit up to six years of military experience for employment decisions.

Superintendent Dr. Radford summarized the policy packet and highlighted the specific provision on military experience. He said the district currently awards up to four years of credit for relevant military service and noted a state law permits up to six years. Dr. Radford recommended the district team conduct due diligence to assess the impact on employees and budgets before the board takes formal action.

"One thing I would advise the board to do ... is to look at if the board's interested in increasing that," Dr. Radford said, adding that the team does not yet know how many employees would be affected. He also noted that what was presented that night constituted a second read and that, under the district’s typical process, second reads may move to approval at a subsequent meeting.

Board members did not take final action on the military‑experience provision during the June 9 meeting; Dr. Radford asked staff to prepare additional analysis so the board can make an informed decision if it chooses to change policy.

The transcript did not include the specific statute number that permits six years of credited military experience, nor did it quantify how many district employees would be affected by a change.