Board confirms tenures, approves swim-team travel and recognizes special-area teachers
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The Fayetteville board granted tenure to three staff members, approved an overnight swim team trip to Nashville, and adopted a resolution recognizing March 5 as special area teachers appreciation day across the district.
The Fayetteville City Board of Education approved several personnel items and events at its February meeting.
Dr. Jones requested tenure approvals for three staff members. The board approved tenure for Julie Ezell, Laura Beard and Monte Taylor following motions and voice votes. No contract terms, salary adjustments, or additional background information were discussed in the meeting record.
The board also approved Fayetteville High School's request for overnight travel to a state swim meet in Nashville (tentatively scheduled for February). Dr. Jones noted the trip dates could change, and the board approved the overnight travel after a motion and second.
Finally, the board adopted a resolution designating March 5, 2026, as "Special Area Teachers Appreciation Day" across the district to honor educators in art, music, physical education, technology, speech, counseling and library services. The chair said the resolution expresses sincere gratitude to these staff who support students' mental, physical and emotional development.
Board members briefly acknowledged the recent passing of Joel Hastings, a longtime district principal, and discussed logistics for the March meeting and a board photo. No personnel disputes or appeals were recorded in the transcript.