School Board Meeting 8-25-2026

Jefferson County Schools, Tennessee, held a school board meeting on August 25, 2026. The main procurement and capital-project discussion concerned the Jefferson Elementary School renovation. Design plans and specifications were nearing completion, with submission to the Tennessee State Fire Marshal planned for review. Tests found that the available water pressure would not support the required sprinkler system, so the project team outlined a dedicated tank and booster-pump solution estimated at $350,000. The expense would be covered within the project’s $24 million budget using contingency funds; staff said the system was necessary to proceed, and the board appeared to support continuing the design work, though no formal vote was recorded. The board also heard that a proposed three-lane road costing more than $600,000 had been put on hold while alternatives are considered amid high asphalt costs. Upcoming business materials were expected to include technology devices and components, but no specific purchase or award was presented.

A facilities energy-efficiency update reported retrofits at 12 district facilities; the report said year-one savings exceeded the guarantee by $150,000 and cited more than $113,000 in one-time TVA rebates. No new contracts, bids, or vendor selections were approved during the meeting. The board also discussed updating policies to align with state legislation, a future meeting and school-construction tour, and recognition of outgoing board members.