Estill County board clears routine business: certifications, trip, MOU, bus purchase and personnel updates
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Summary
In a single meeting the Estill County Board approved a biannual Family Resource certification, an ATC out‑of‑state trip funded at no cost to the district, an MOU with Berea College for student teachers, updated bank signatures, a bus purchase through the Kentucky Interlocal School Transportation Association, personnel and policy updates, and consent items; all motions passed unanimously.
The Estill County Board of Education on Nov. 20 approved a series of routine action items, including program certifications, an out‑of‑state student trip, a college MOU, a bus purchase and several personnel and policy updates.
Action items approved included the Family Resource Youth Service Center School District Assurance Certification for 2026–2028; an out‑of‑state trip for ATC students to visit an auto‑diesel college in Nashville that staff said is being funded by the college at no cost to the district (charter bus, up to 50 students); an MOU allowing Berea College education students to complete field experiences and student teaching in the district; and updated bank signatures. The board also approved a lease and security agreement through the Kentucky Interlocal School Transportation Association to purchase a bus (this year’s 'bus year' in the district’s fleet rotation).
Personnel and policy actions included updated classified maternity‑leave language (correction to previously missed wording), a correction to an auxiliary salary schedule (no new position created), and a temporary contract to provide deaf and hard‑of‑hearing (DHH) services while the district seeks a long‑term solution.
Treasurer’s report: The district’s treasurer reported that, through October, expenditures are approximately $506,100 lower than at the same point last year, a trend the treasurer and staff described as evidence of attention to budgeting.
Motions and votes: Each motion on these routine items carried by recorded votes of 5–0. The meeting concluded after a principals’ round of school highlights and a brief board forum.
Next steps: Staff will implement approved contracts, submit required certifications, and continue budget monitoring; a high‑school principal search was noted as ongoing following an internal staffing change.