Calhoun County Schools

The Calhoun County Schools board meeting held on April 20, 2026, focused primarily on recognizing student achievements, approving personnel actions, and addressing various operational agreements. Key procurement-related decisions included approval of a contract renewal for the public relations coordinator, continuation of a bus rental agreement with Talladega Superspeedway, and memorandums of understanding with the YMCA for after-school programs and with local universities for student internships. Additionally, the board approved an extension of a mental health services agreement with Highland Health, mandated by the state. Financial reports were reviewed and accepted, noting a significant debt service payment and stable revenue streams. Personnel matters, including retirements, transfers, and new hires, were approved to support ongoing school operations and capital projects such as turf installation on sports fields. The meeting concluded with a motion to suspend an employee for two days following executive session deliberations.