# SCDE BOE Work Session 8-13-2026

The Sullivan County Schools Board of Education work session on August 13, 2026, included a school health services update and discussion of the district budget and agenda items. The budget discussion focused on reverting to the 2025–26 budget and moving funds among accounts, including to cover mandated teacher and support-staff raises; members noted tight budget constraints and discussed a grant-funded additional school resource officer. The transcript indicates a budget-related vote was expected, but does not capture its outcome. The agenda review also referenced two buses, though the transcript does not provide details of a purchase or approval. A $5,000 TVA grant for STEM robotics at Westridge High School was noted, along with donated supplies and a check from First Bank of Trust and a donated floral cooler for West City. JAG program support for a staff position continues at a reduced level as state funding has decreased.

Facilities needs included four failed compressors at Southern Gardens, estimated at $8,000–$9,000 each; the district said purchasing them would wait until the budget passed. Westridge facility issues were still being addressed, and track work was subject to scheduling and a 30-day wait. Board members also debated proposed athletic admission-price increases, particularly the effect on students and families, but no decision is recorded in the transcript. The health services presentation reported that a company donates stock epinephrine to schools at no charge under required district protocols. No other confirmed contract award or procurement approval is evident in the transcript.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** August 13, 2026

### Sources
- [SCDE BOE Work Session 8-13-2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pkrVMUqxG54) - Sullivan County Schools