Jennings County School Corporation Board Meeting - 10/23/2026

The Jennings County School Corporation Board meeting on October 23, 2026, included approvals of policy items, staff and coaching recommendations, donations, and a resolution authorizing the treasurer and deputy treasurer to make payments and claims through the November 12 meeting and transfer appropriations within funds. The board also approved permission to advertise an additional appropriation for November 10, using available debt-service funds that were not captured in the previously advertised amount after interest rates declined. No specific amount for this appropriation was stated. The board approved acceptance of a $2,500 Dollar General Youth Literacy Foundation grant for Jennings County High School and several school donations, including $50 for student snacks and $200 for the Builders Club.

The board authorized its president to negotiate and approve an interim superintendent contract for Dr. Terry Gooden, within the approved salary amount; the contract amount was not specified. A safe-dating curriculum and textbook review process were presented as informational items, with textbook presentations and community input planned. The board also approved personnel recommendations, including a career increment/master teacher stipend and coaching assignments. No vendor selection, bid approval, or other specific procurement award was identified.