RCSD Special Meeting - May 5th, 2026

The Raleigh County Schools held a special meeting on May 5, 2026, primarily focused on personnel disciplinary matters. The board considered and approved superintendent recommendations for personnel for the 2025-26 and 2026-27 school years with no changes. The main portion of the meeting was a disciplinary hearing concerning Gary Evans, a custodian at Woodrow Wilson High School, accused of inappropriate interactions with female students, including providing food, money, and engaging in physical contact and social media communications that violated multiple school policies. Evidence presented included student statements, video footage, and prior warnings. After hearing testimony and reviewing evidence, the superintendent recommended a 10-day suspension without pay for Mr. Evans, which the board approved. Additionally, the board approved a suspension without pay and contract termination for another employee, Christina Gnau, as recommended by the superintendent. The meeting concluded with no further agenda items.