Board member Mister Chambliss briefed the board on elementary and secondary student activities including a reading challenge, Beta inductions, an elementary book fair with donated free books, sporting achievements and a band showcase.
The board unanimously approved the agenda and the consent agenda, heard reports and scheduled the next meeting for Oct. 27 at 5:30 p.m.; the session adjourned after routine business and no public comment.
The Gibson County School Board was told a middle school head girls basketball coach resigned and has been replaced by Kevin Borowski; district leaders said three support positions remain open, including an MHS education assistant and a school SLP.
At a regular meeting, the Milan Special School District Board of Education approved the second reading of four district policies, confirmed a student board representative and announced school closures and upcoming meetings, officials said.
The Milan Special School District Board voted to grant tenure to eight recommended teachers after reading the list and conducting a voice vote during its May 19 meeting.
The Milan board approved a first-reading waiver and adopted changes to fundraiser policy 2.601 (clarifying district assistance) and left bus safety policy 6.308 unchanged.
Staff and students recounted the Milan choir's trip to New York and a performance at Carnegie Hall, describing rehearsal with a live orchestra and other educational experiences.
The Milan districts special populations coordinator reported increased inclusion in high-school biology and Algebra I, identified a statewide math gap in grades 48, and said Medicaid billing shows a temporary reimbursement lag due to insurer processing errors.
The board changed policy language so the district "may" assist up to 25% of eligible trip/fundraising costs, not to exceed $10,000. Members debated deadlines, applicability to sports, and administrative procedures requiring prior notice.