The Washington Parish School Board met in regular session on the above date with the following members present: President Richard Thomas, Dan Slocum, Karl Bickham, Bruce Brown, Hayward Boone, Susanne Jones, Holly James, Matthew Tate, and Freddie Jefferson. Absent: None.
Agenda Item #1 - Call to order.
The meeting was called to order by President Thomas. He welcomed School Board Attorney Wayne Kuhn, news media and guests.
Agenda Item #2 - Invocation.
The invocation was given by Bruce Brown.
Agenda Item #3 - Pledge of Allegiance.
Agenda Item #4 - Discuss and take appropriate action regarding Personnel and Transportation Adjustments (Richard Kennedy).
It was moved by Bruce Brown, seconded by Susanne Jones, that the Board approve the following Personnel and Transportation Adjustments, as recommended by Richard Kennedy, Assistant Superintendent:
PERSONNEL ADJUSTMENTS
RESIGNATION:
Franklinton Schools: Trudy Barber, Bus Operator, Resignation effective March 27, 2003.
EMPLOY:
Franklinton Primary School: Zella C. Foster, Special Education Paraprofessional, effective March 24, 2003.
TRANSPORTATION ADJUSTMENTS
None.
Motion carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #5 - Superintendent's Report.
- Varnado High School received an excellent report from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Review Team.
- Washington Parish School System's District Dialogue at the State Department of Education has been rescheduled for May 14, 2003.
- Assistant Superintendent Richard Kennedy gave a report on changes affecting teacher certification brought about by No Child Left Behind Act.
Agenda Item #6 - Other business from board members.
None.
Agenda Item #7 - Consider a motion to adjourn.
It was moved by Hayward Boone, seconded by Holly James, that the Board adjourn. Motion carried unanimously.