Work Session Highlights
During the June 11 work session, the Board reviewed several key updates, financial reports, and upcoming policy revisions:

District Operations & Financial Planning

• Financial & Investment Reports: Reviewed the April 2026 Financials and April 2026 Investments.
• Budget: Discussed the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget and reviewed the Consolidated Budget Summary.

Facilities & Construction Update
Progress continues on several major ESPLOST projects across the district:

• Glyndale Elementary Replacement: Construction is progressing well; the project is starting to look like a school, and everything remains on track.
• Goodyear Renovation: Demolition continues. Spray foam installation is underway, and painting and plumbing are progressing well.
• Sterling Roof Replacement: All materials have been successfully received and staged. All heavy lifting is scheduled to be completed by July 29. Work will continue into September, shifting focus to lighter lifting tasks.
• Change Order: Reviewed a BOE change order for a renovation credit.
• Surplus Items: Handled items to be auctioned or disposed of according to board policies.
• Reviewed the most recent Gude Report and ESPLOST collections. 

Technology & Vendor Renewals

• Operational Renewals: Reviewed renewals for GSBA Risk Management + Worker's Compensation
• School Of Scholars: Reviewed renewal terms for School of Scholars
• Follett School Solutions: Renewal to manage media center collections.
• Incident IQ: Renewal for the Incident IQ Help Desk 
• Edulog Renewal: Run for 1 more year until the new software is fully in place. Out of an abundance of caution, the district will run two software systems concurrently this school year.

Board Policy Revisions & Clarifications

• Calendar 27-28 Clarification: Noted that the 28th of July was incorrectly colored on the calendar graphic, but the overall day count remains correct.
• Policy JCDAF (Use of Electronic Devices): Use of Electronic Devices by Students to ensure compliance with HB 1009 (2026) for grades 9–12.
• Policy JB (Attendance Policy): Revision to add specific verbiage regarding Kindergarten students, defining chronic absenteeism, and ensuring students are counted as present when participating in armed forces tests and exams, among other grammatical updates.
• Policy JCDA (Code of Conduct): Revision ensuring the policy applies when using personal/district appliances, expanding authority to all school leaders (not just principals), adding confidentiality guidelines regarding discipline, and incorporating new state codes regarding electronic personal devices.
• Policy GARH Revision: Revision regarding personnel days (moving from 3 to 5 days) and introducing a new section providing 120 hours of paid maternal birth leave.

Board Meeting Highlights
Student & School Spotlights
The June 16 meeting celebrated exceptional innovation and team spirit within our district.

• Mrs. Tara Martinez (Golden Isles Elementary): The Board proudly spotlighted Mrs. Tara Martinez, a third-grade teacher at Golden Isles Elementary, for her incredible creativity and dedication during the final weeks of the school year. Recognizing that the post-testing month of May presents a unique challenge for keeping young students focused, Mrs. Martinez chose to innovate rather than coast to the finish line. Throughout the month, she completely flipped and transformed her classroom daily to match immersive themes—including Camping Day, Zoo Day, Dinosaur Day, Baseball Day, and More. Each day featured hands-on academic activities and matching snacks, turning the final weeks of school into an unforgettable educational adventure.
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• Tyree ‘TY’ Chisolm: The Board proudly recognized Glynn Academy student Tyree "TY" Chisolm for an outstanding athletic season, culminating in winning the 5A State Title in the 110m hurdles with a blazing time of 13.95 seconds! In addition to his elite individual performance on the track, Tyree was highly commended for being an exemplary team player who consistently lifts up his teammates and supports individual peers.

Official Board Actions
During the regular meeting on June 16, the Board of Education formally approved the following:

• Agenda
• May 2026 Minutes
• Personnel
• Field Trips
• Gude Report
• April 2026 Financial and Investment Reports
• Fiscal Year 2027 Budget
• GSBA Risk Management and Worker's Compensation
• BOE Renovation Change Order
• Surplus Items 
• Follett School Solutions Renewal
• Incidents IQ Help Desk Renewal 
• Edulog Renewal
• School of Scholar Renewal
• Board Policy JCDAG: Bullying Revision