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Votes at a glance: Johnson County School Board approved policies, contracts and facility projects
Summary
The board approved the meeting agenda, consent agenda, a two‑year Mark 3 benefits contract, the second reading of school health policy 6.4051, an extension with Stellar Therapy Services, window replacements at Laurel Elementary ($90,000, TVA grant), and other routine personnel policy changes; several items noted as executive agreements or first readings.
At its meeting, the Johnson County School Board approved a series of routine and substantive items by roll call, including procurement, policy and facilities actions.
Key approvals and outcomes
- Agenda and consent agenda: The board approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda without pull items.
- Mark 3 supplemental insurance contract: After committee presentations and public comment, the board voted to award a two‑year supplemental insurance contract to Mark 3 beginning Jan. 1, 2027 (one dissenting vote recorded).
- School health policy 6.4051 (glucagon and diazepam gel): The board approved the second and final reading to add nasal spray components as required by nursing protocol; the motion passed by roll call.
- TSBA‑recommended HR policy updates: Administrators presented multiple first‑reading policy changes (reasonable‑suspicion testing, personnel files, telework in emergencies, separation practices, communicable diseases, drug/alcohol testing, political activities, tutoring pay, director responsibilities, bus safety and use of personal communication devices). The device policy was tightened to K–12 (no devices out during school hours except stored or turned into the office). These were presented for first reading; further board consideration will follow.
- Contract extension — Stellar Therapy Services LLC: The board approved an annual extension (07/01/2026–06/30/2027) for Medicaid reimbursement services that the district renews each year.
- Laurel Elementary window replacements: The board approved skilled services to replace windows at Laurel Elementary for $90,000 funded by a TVA uplift grant.
- Masia Electric Internet installation (athletic fields): The board approved quotes to bring Internet to the athletic complex and ISS building; staff confirmed communications/technology budget lines can cover the cost.
Other business included student and staff recognitions, finance updates about reserve categories, and public comment on athletics and alumni recognition. The meeting adjourned after brief closing remarks and reminders about graduation and the budget work session.
