After public testimony from students, parents and alumni, the Churchill County School District board voted unanimously to support Superintendent Gerald Parsons' decision to retain CCHS head volleyball coach Tristan Johnson following a closed-session review of a personnel complaint.
Consultants told the board there are 13 applicants for superintendent; a stakeholder survey of parents and district employees prioritized staff retention, academic achievement, fiscal stability and student safety; trustees scheduled a March 3 special meeting and set finalist interviews for later in March.
The Churchill County School District board unanimously approved an employment contract for Austin Metz to serve as transportation supervisor; Metz emphasized recruitment, retention and safety priorities and contract terms were reviewed at the meeting.
The Churchill County School District Board unanimously re-elected Gregg Malkovich as board president and confirmed vice president, clerk and committee appointments as the board prepares for a superintendent transition.
Auditors gave an unmodified opinion on FY25 financials while noting a repeat significant deficiency in segregation of duties; trustees unanimously approved the audited statements after a presentation of fund balances, debt activity and other highlights.
To bolster recruitment, the board approved a revised package that includes a $2,000 new‑hire incentive for licensed teachers (with a two‑year commitment) and enhanced compensation emphasis for special‑education and other critical‑need positions; the motion passed unanimously.
After discussion about instructional minutes, family impacts and state requirements, the board voted 5–2 to adopt Calendar Option B for 2026–28; two trustees opposed.
Superintendent Parsons and staff presented recent research on K–3 technology, highlighting risks when screens displace handwriting and physical activity and recommending intentional, developmentally appropriate use and a 'paper‑first' emphasis; the item was informational and trustees requested follow‑up.
The Board of Trustees unanimously approved the meeting agenda and a consent package of personnel, vouchers and policy items, and voted unanimously not to offer early-retirement incentives for 2025–26.
The Churchill County Board approved most consent agenda items with edits to two policies, voted unanimously not to approve early retirement incentives for 2025–26, and entered closed session to discuss labor negotiations under NRS 288.22.