Jackson County Schools board opened with a prayer for an injured Skyline student and approved the agenda, minutes, October financials (payroll $4,803,168.89; nonpayroll $1,790,110.09), the 2026 school calendar, a contract for a Vocational Rehabilitation pre‑employment transition specialist, a $70,000 purchase of metal detectors, multiple personnel actions including retirements and coaching supplements, and adjourned.