Jan. 17, 2023

Here are the highlights from the Jan. 17, 2023 School Board meeting:

The meeting opened with a call to order by President Aletha Kruse at 5:30 p.m. with a quorum present. The GHS NJROTC presented the colors.

Oasis Church Pastor Josh Yotter delivered the invocation.

Reading of Vision Statement

Sixth-grader Ryleigh Nicholson read the vision statement and shared her dream of becoming a veterinarian with the School Board.

Recognition

School Board Recognition: Trustees were honored for the many hours of time they devote to serving GISD's students, staff and community.
Extra Mile:
- GISD bus driver Richard Sasek was honored for cheering on sixth graders during a recent robotics competition and providing them with safe transportation home during severe weather.
- Maintenance supervisors Dennis Russell and Vic Lawson were honored for their fast and thorough work during the winter storm that froze pipes over the recent Christmas break.
Impactful Partners:
- Atrusa Greenville, for the many ways the organization supports early childhood literacy, Hunt County Kids and other projects that benefit Greenville students and families
- Charter Plumbing, for exceptional response to plumbing needs during the winter storm that froze pipes over the recent break

Open Forum and Public Comment

Comments from Individual Board Members

Trustee Bonnie-Jean Stewart congratulated all those who were recognized. She also expressed her appreciation for the student notes, artwork and small gifts from the campuses.
Trustee Anne Haynes said the principals' words of appreciation were very meaningful to her.
Trustee Mike Rackley commented on the delicious dinner prepared by the culinary arts students. He also praised the culinary arts students for the successful opening of the Lions Lair Cafe.
President Aletha Kruse expressed her appreciation for the outpouring from students and staff. She added how much she enjoys serving on the board and appreciates the other trustees.

Reports/Discussion Items

Superintendent's Report: Superintendent Sharon Boothe gave highlights of news and events from around the district.
Maintenance and Operations: Assistant Superintendent of Maintenance and Operations Dr. Greg Anderson presented an update to Board Policy 120, which was approved by the Board.
Finance: Superintendent Boothe presented the quarterly budget report.

Governance

Donation: The Board approved a $20,000 donation for improvements to the batting cages, which will benefit baseball and softball players. The donation was from several citizens, including Juan Martinez and Terry Driggers, who represented the group at the meeting.
Calendar: The Board approved an amended calendar (Option C) for the 2023-24 school year.

Consent Agenda

The Board approved the following:

Adding Superintendent Sharon Boothe to have access to all online financial accounts as well as to authorization access to all GISD Financial Accounts. (Alliance Bank, American National Bank, Lone Star Bank, TD Ameritrade Bank)
Monthly Financial Report
Vendor List
Board Minutes (December 13, 2022- Regular Board Meeting; December 14, 2022- Called Board Meeting; January 10, 2023 - Called Board Meeting
Order of May 6, 2023 School Board Trustee Election
Notice of May 6, 2023 School Board Trustee Election
Contract with Hunt County Voter Administration to conduct the May 6, 2023 school board trustee election

Open Forum and Public Comment for Non-Agenda Items

There were no speakers.

Closed Session

GREENVILLE ISD