Conway Schools Board of Education Special Meeting Live Stream 2026.08.07

The Conway Schools Board of Education held a special meeting on August 7, 2026, primarily to interview and appoint candidates to fill two board vacancies. The meeting included public comments emphasizing the importance of fair and transparent selection processes, support for instructional staff, and concerns about administrative spending. The board reviewed applications, conducted candidate interviews, and used a rubric scoring system to evaluate candidates. After deliberation, the board voted to appoint Dr. Matthew White to one of the vacancies. Additionally, the board approved personnel resignations and elections, with a motion to exclude a part-time finance position pending further discussion. The meeting highlighted the board's focus on governance, transparency, and supporting educational outcomes, but no specific procurement or contracting decisions were made during this session.