Scott County Schools Board of Education Meeting 3/20/2025

Thursday, March 20, 2025

Awards and recognitions

Approval of agenda

Approval of revised BG1 for Oxford Elementary School

Public comment on GMS staffing and arts programs

Consent agenda items

Awarding of bid to Griggs Enterprises for Oxford Elementary

Construction and facilities report

Votes (2)

Award bid to Griggs Enterprises for Oxford Elementary ($29,400)

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Not stated · Seconded by Not stated

Approval of revised BG1 for Oxford Elementary

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Not stated · Seconded by Not stated

Notable Quotes (3)

This is a Scott County Schools board meeting not a Georgetown Middle School site based meeting and we will not be and as a result this this is not a decision of the Scott County Board of Education.

Mr. Parker
GMS staffingResponse to public criticism regarding GMS teacher cuts.

Why is the fastest growing District in the state forcing its schools to cut teacher positions which in turn is forcing site base councils to cut Fine Arts and Performing Arts programs?

Christine Holler
Arts fundingQuestioning district priorities.

Putting a choir teacher in front of a band teach a band class is the antithesis of this Mission.

Melissa ASU
Educational qualityCritique of forced dual-role teaching.

People (11)

Ava CastlemanFreshman, Scott County High School

State champion wrestler and school record holder recognized during the meeting.

Jackson BrewerStudent

Praises Scott County school district innovation and support.

Amelia RobinsonStudent, Great Crossing High School

Advocates against the removal of music programs and discusses community trust.

Christine HollerArt teacher, GMS

Criticizes the decision to cut band teacher positions at GMS due to enrollment-based allocation.

Jasmine Wood8th grader, GMS

Defends the music program and Dr. Cruz, citing him as a vital source of support.

Shannon McConnellParent

Discusses the importance of arts programs and GMS school morale.

Melissa ASUParent

Questions district transparency regarding funding and staffing at GMS.

Cara CootParent

Highlights the benefits of the GMS band program for high school opportunities.

Mike DavisN/A

Encourages attendees to participate in site-based decision-making councils.

DwayneFacilities Manager

Provides updates on construction projects, safety protocols, and custodial staffing.

Places Mentioned

Scott County High SchoolOxford Elementary SchoolGeorgetown Middle School (GMS)Great Crossing High SchoolStamping GroundEastern

Events & Meetings (1)

  • Board meeting, March (exact date not specified)
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