
A staff report
The Bladen County Board of Education will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, July 8, at 6:00 PM. The meeting will be held in the boardroom at the District Administration Building.
The upcoming Regular Board Meeting, scheduled for Monday, July 8, 2024, promises a comprehensive agenda addressing various significant matters for the community. The meeting will be called to order by Chairman Benton, followed by an invocation led by Mr. McKoy, and the Pledge of Allegiance.
Agenda Highlights
Call to Order and Invocation
Chairman Benton will officially start the meeting.
Mr. McKoy will deliver the invocation.
Pledge of Allegiance and Adoption of the Agenda
Attendees will participate in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Chairman Benton will seek approval for the meeting agenda.
Approval of the Consent Agenda
Minutes from June 10, 2024: The minutes from the previous meeting will be reviewed and approved.
EC Psychological Services Contract: Approval of the contract with School Psychologist Ashley Cottle.
Renewal MOU with Coastal Horizons for 2024-25: Review and approval of the memorandum of understanding.
Budget Amendments: Discussion and approval of the 2023-2024 Budget Amendment #2 for all funds.
Spotlights and Recognitions
Celebrations of achievements and acknowledgments of contributions from community members.
Citizen Participation
An opportunity for community members to voice their concerns and participate in the discussion.
Action Items
Agreement with Franklin Covey Education – Leader in Me Program for Grades PreK-8: Dr. Atkinson will present for approval.
Resolution in Support of Prioritizing Public Schools: Dr. Atkinson will present the resolution.
Closed Session
Discussions on certified/classified personnel, student transfers, and legal issues as per NCGS143.318.11.
Closed Session Action Items
Personnel Action Items: Presented by Dr. Atkinson for approval.
Reports
Board Chair’s Report: Updates from the Board Chair.
Superintendent’s Report: Updates from the Superintendent.
Adjournment
The meeting will conclude following all discussions and actions.
The board encourages community members to attend and participate in the meeting to stay informed about local governance and contribute to the decision-making process. For further details and access to the full agenda, attendees can visit the official website at https://go.boarddocs.com/nc/bcsnc/Board.nsf/Public#.
This is an official meeting and action items and personnel matters will be on the agenda, as per NCGS 143.318.11 (a) (1); and to consult with an attorney, if needed, as per NCGS 143.318.11 (a) (3).