BOE Meeting 9-21

The Ash County Board of Education held a special meeting on September 21, 2026, primarily focused on personnel matters, approval of various memorandums of understanding (MOUs), and updates on school-related infrastructure and policies. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of MOUs for vocational rehabilitation pre-employment transition services and the Foster Grandparent program, as well as a $172,000 sub-award for the Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Program (GEAR UP). The board also received an update on a $200,000 road widening and stream crossing project to improve bus access to the new middle school, including considerations for fuel tank removal and replacement. Policy updates were discussed, including compliance with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act, emergency administration of naloxone, and consolidation of reporting obligations. The meeting concluded with a detailed review of teacher working conditions, professional development, student discipline data, and ongoing efforts to improve instructional infrastructure and substitute teacher coverage. A motion to enter closed session for personnel issues was approved by the board.