School Board Meeting - February 3, 2026

The Russell County Schools Board held a meeting on February 3, 2026, where they conducted routine school board business including approval of minutes, personnel actions such as resignations, retirements, new hires, and transfers. The board approved several action items including the second reading and approval of the insurance retirement incentive program policy for staff, the proposed 2026-2027 school calendar, and targeted school improvement plans for Casswood Elementary and Lebanon Middle School. They also discussed deleting redundant allergy management policies. No specific procurement contracts, vendor selections, or budget allocations were detailed in the transcript, though a public hearing for the budget was scheduled for March 30, 2026. The board also extended Dr. Hooker's contract for two more years. Recognitions were given for teacher and employee of the month, and future agenda items included an art contest and school bus considerations.