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Director of Schools reports awards, testing updates, meal-service changes and staffing news
Summary
The director of schools updated the board on student awards, staff appointments and retirements, testing schedules and multiple student and nutrition initiatives, including new cafeteria equipment and a mobile driver's service at Scott High; several figures and dates were provided in the packet.
The district's Director of Schools delivered a broad update covering student awards, staffing changes, testing schedules and food-service initiatives.
Awards and staffing The director read student awards and recognitions, naming TSBA student award recipients and congratulating Jonathan Elliot on recognition from the Tennessee Arts Academy Foundation. Jason Pike was announced as the new head coach for the high school girls basketball team. The director also listed several retiring staff members by name and thanked them for their service.
Testing and events Out-of-district enrollment opened April 8 at 9:00, the director said, and the district has started its testing window with benchmark assessments to follow. The OES performing arts day was rescheduled to Saturday, May 2; awards days are scheduled May 18–20 and the last day of school is listed as May 22 in the packet.
Nutrition and student services The director highlighted food-service upgrades, including new equipment and a 100% fruit-juice 'frazzle' slush that can be offered at no charge; a smoothie option and a touchless salad bar were also mentioned. The Heirs Foundation will bring a mobile driver's service unit to Scott High on May 6–7 to aid students seeking driver's permits and state IDs.
Data and compliance The director reported a high district submission and completion rate for a required reporting item (stated as 97.3% submission and 97.3% completion). The district also referenced a legal memo in the packet concerning expanded public comment tied to a new state law; staff said they will follow developments as the law is finalized.
The director closed by noting additional program updates and reminding the board of upcoming events. The meeting then proceeded to final motions and adjournment.
