WCS Board Meetings

The Wood County Board of Education held a meeting on August 5, 2026, where key procurement and operational topics were discussed. A significant agenda item was the approval request to convert an existing 261-day child nutrition coordinator position into a 200-day countywide cafeteria manager position to better support school meal operations and compliance. This restructuring aims to provide on-site support to cafeteria managers, improve federal compliance, and ensure uninterrupted meal service, with an expected cost savings. Additionally, the board approved a change order for the 2026 paving projects, allocating $27,715 to McKe paving for additional paving work at Jackson Middle School. The meeting also included discussions about contractor bidding practices for certain services, with a recommendation to consider bidding in the next budget cycle. Other agenda items included personnel approvals and training on local school improvement councils (LSICs) as required by new state policy. No new contracts were awarded during this session, but the board took motions and votes related to budget allocations and position restructuring that impact procurement and operational efficiency.