Lowndes County Schools Meetings

Board Meeting - 10/19/2026 - Board Meeting

10/16/2026

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Mike Davis - Board Chairman

A. PLEDGE
B. CALL TO ORDER
C. ROLL
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
E. RECOGNITION
1. Made Here. Built Here. Award
2. Lowndes Cross Country Middle School State Champions
F. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
G. DISCUSSION
1. HES Facilities Management - Excellence in Education Partnership Award
2. Finance Report
3. Construction Update
4. Board Policy IHE: Promotion and Retention Information Item
5. 2nd Reading: Board Policy JBCB: Nonresident Students (Revision)
6. 2nd Reading: Board Policy JAA: Equal Educational Opportunities (Revision)
7. 2nd Reading: Board Policy JCAC: Sexual Harassment of Students (Revision)
8. 2nd Reading: Board Policy IDE (3): Competitive Interscholastic Activities, Grades 6-12 (Revision)
9. 2nd Reading: Board Policy GAAA: Equal Opportunity Employment (Revision)
H. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Finance Report
2. Teacher Desktop Purchase
3. Board Policy JBCB: Nonresident Students (Revision)
4. Board Policy JAA: Equal Educational Opportunities (Revision)
5. Board Policy JCAC: Sexual Harassment of Students (Revision)
6. Board Policy IDE (3): Competitive Interscholastic Activities, Grades 6-12 (Revision)
7. Board Policy GAAA: Equal Opportunity Employment (Revision)
I. EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Personnel
2. Legal
J. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
K. OTHER BUSINESS
1. High School Self Defense Class
2. 10/22/26 (Thurs.) Brewing Brighter Futures, Crimson Career Corner, 10:00 am
3. 11/2/26 (Mon.): Board Work Session, Central Office, 6:00 pm
4. 11/9/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
5. 11/12/26 (Thurs.): Whole Board Training, Coastal Plains RESA, 5:30 pm
6. 12/2 - 12/4/26 (Tues. - Fri.): GSBA Conference
7. 12/7/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
L. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 10/5/2026 - Board Work Session

10/1/2026

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Mike Davis - Board Chairman

A. PLEDGE
B. CALL TO ORDER
C. ROLL
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. 9/8/2026
2. 9/14/2026
F. RECOGNITION
1. GSBA Exemplary Governance Team
G. DISCUSSION
1. Lowndes High School 4-Year Graduation Rate with 10 Year Trend Data
2. Lowndes High School 2026 SAT Scores
3. GaDOE Site Application - Hahira Elementary School
4. Teacher Desktop Purchase
5. 1st Reading: Board Policy IHE: Promotion and Retention 1st Reading (Revision)
6. 1st Reading: Board Policy JBCB: Nonresident Students (Revision)
7. 1st Reading: Board Policy JAA: Equal Educational Opportunities (Revision)
8. 1st Reading: Board Policy JCAC: Sexual Harassment of Students (Revision)
9. 1st Reading: Board Policy IDE (3): Competitive Interscholastic Activities, Grades 6-12 (Revision)
10. 1st Reading: Board Policy GAAA: Equal Opportunity Employment (Revision)
H. CONSENT AGENDA
1. GaDOE Site Application - Hahira Elementary School
I. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
J. OTHER BUSINESS
1. 10/19/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
2. 11/2/26 (Mon.): Board Work Session, Central Office, 6:00 pm
3. 11/9/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
4. 11/12/26 (Thurs.): Whole Board Training, Coastal Plains RESA, 5:30 pm
K. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 9/14/2026 - Board Meeting

9/10/2026

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Mike Davis - Board Chairman

A. PLEDGE
B. CALL TO ORDER
C. ROLL
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
E. RECOGNITION
1. Made Here. Built Here. Award
F. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
G. DISCUSSION
1. Finance Report
2. Construction Update
3. Overview of 2026 Georgia Milestones Assessment Data
4. LHS Advanced Placement & Dual Enrollment
H. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Finance Report
2. Erate Funding and Projects
3. School Bus Surplus
I. EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Personnel
J. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
K. OTHER BUSINESS
1. 10/2/26 (Fri.): 2026 Legislative Breakfast, Rainwater Conference Center, 8:00 am
2. 10/5/26 (Mon.): Board Work Session, Central Office, 6:00 pm
3. 10/19/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
L. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 9/8/2026 - Board Work Session

9/3/2026

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Mike Davis - Board Chairman

A. PLEDGE
B. CALL TO ORDER
C. ROLL
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. 8/3/2026
2. 8/10/2026
3. 8/21/2026
F. RECOGNITION
1. Bright Spots Top School in Literacy - Clyattville Elementary School
G. DISCUSSION
1. Affirmation of Annual Training Report
2. 2026-27 GaDOE Local Board Training Plan
3. Erate Funding and Projects
4. School Bus Surplus
5. Georgia Registered Teaching Apprenticeship Program
H. CONSENT AGENDA
1. 2026-27 GaDOE Local Board Training Plan
I. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
1. List A
2. List B
J. OTHER BUSINESS
1. PEACH Education Tax Credit
2. CPIE Overview
3. 9/14/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
4. 10/2/26 (Fri.): 2026 Legislative Breakfast, Rainwater Conference Center, 8:00 am
5. 10/5/26 (Mon.): Board Work Session, Central Office, 6:00 pm
6. 10/19/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
K. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 8/21/2026 - Called Board Meeting

8/20/2026

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Mike Davis - Board Chairman

A. PLEDGE
B. CALL TO ORDER
C. ROLL
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
E. DISCUSSION
1. 2026 Millage Rate Recommendation
F. CONSENT AGENDA
1. 2026 Millage Rate Recommendation
G. PERSONNEL
H. OTHER BUSINESS
I. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 8/10/2026 - Board Meeting

8/7/2026

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Fred Wetherington - Board Vice Chairman

A. PLEDGE
B. CALL TO ORDER
C. ROLL
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
E. BOARD OFFICER ELECTION
1. Board Chairman
F. RECOGNITION
1. 2026-27 Georgia TSA State Treasurer
2. Financial Star Rating
3. Special Education Parent Satisfaction
G. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
H. DISCUSSION
1. Finance Report
2. Construction Update
3. 2nd Reading - GBRH: Professional Personnel Leaves & Absences (Amendment)
4. 2nd Reading - BCBI: Public Participation in Board Meetings (Amendment)
I. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Finance Report
2. GBRH: Professional Personnel Leaves & Absences (Amendment)
3. BCBI: Public Participation in Board Meetings (Amendment)
4. 2026-27 SRO Contract Renewal
J. EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Personnel
2. Legal
K. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
L. OTHER BUSINESS
1. 8/11/26 (Tues.): Rep. Austin Scott, Lake Park Elementary School, 10:00 am
2. 8/13/26 (Thurs.): Meet the Vikings, Martin Stadium, 4:30 pm
3. 9/8/2026 (Tues.): Board Work Session, Lake Park Elementary School, 6:00 pm
4. 9/14/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
M. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 8/3/2026 - Board Work Session

7/31/2026

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Robert McGeehan - Board Chairman

A. PLEDGE
B. CALL TO ORDER
C. ROLL
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. 7/7/2026
2. 7/20/2026
3. 7/28/2026
F. DISCUSSION
1. 1st Reading - GBRH: Professional Personnel Leaves & Absences (Amendment)
2. 1st Reading - BCBI: Public Participation in Board Meetings (Amendment)
3. 2026-27 SRO Contract Renewal
4. Literacy Coach Plan
G. EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Personnel
H. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
I. OTHER BUSINESS
1. 8/5/26 (Wed.): First Day of School
2. 8/10/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
3. 8/13/26 (Thurs.): Meet the Vikings, Martin Stadium, 4:30 pm
4. 9/8/2026 (Tues.): Board Work Session, Lake Park Elementary School, 6:00 pm
5. 9/14/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
J. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 7/28/2026 - Called Board Meeting

7/27/2026

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Robert McGeehan - Board Chairman

A. PLEDGE
B. CALL TO ORDER
C. ROLL
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
E. DISCUSSION
1. Finanace
F. OTHER BUSINESS
G. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 7/20/2026 - Board Meeting

7/17/2026

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Robert McGeehan - Board Chairman

A. PLEDGE
B. CALL TO ORDER
C. ROLL
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
E. RECOGNITION
1. Lowndes Legacy Award
2. GAEL Coaching
F. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
G. DISCUSSION
1. Finance Report
2. Construction Update
3. HES Bathroom Renovations
4. GaDOE LHS Crimson Corner Site Application
5. GaDOE New Lowndes Middle School Site Application
6. E-rate Filing
7. 2nd Reading - IBB: Charter Schools (Revision)
8. Testing Calendar for 2026-2027
H. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Finance Report
2. Employee Voluntary Benefits Broker
3. HES Bathroom Renovations
4. GaDOE LHS Crimson Corner Site Application
5. GaDOE New Lowndes Middle School Site Application
6. E-rate Filing
7. 2nd Reading - IBB: Charter Schools (Revision)
I. EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Personnel
2. Legal
J. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
K. OTHER BUSINESS
1. 7/28/26 (Tues.): Lake Park Elementary Ribbon Cutting, LPE, 1:00 pm
2. 7/29/26 (Wed.): Convocation, LHS PAC, 8:30 am
3. 8/5/26 (Wed.): First Day of School
4. 8/3/26 (Mon.): Board Work Session, Central Office, 6:00 pm
5. 8/10/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
L. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 7/7/2026 - Board Work Session

6/25/2026

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Robert McGeehan - Board Chairman

A. PLEDGE
B. CALL TO ORDER
C. ROLL
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. 6/8/2026
2. 6/15/2026
F. RECOGNITION
1. Spotlight Award
G. DISCUSSION
1. Nutrition Renewal of Bid/RFP Contracts
2. Employee Voluntary Benefits Broker
3. 1st Reading - IBB: Charter Schools (Revision)
4. New Lowndes Middle DOE Application Update
5. BOE Parking Lot Expansion
H. EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Personnel
I. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
J. OTHER BUSINESS
1. 7/20/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
2. 7/28/26 (Tues.): Lake Park Elementary Ribbon Cutting, LPE, 1:00 pm
3. 7/29/26 (Wed.): Convocation, LHS PAC, 8:30 am
4. 8/5/26 (Wed.): First Day of School
K. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 6/15/2026 - Called Board Meeting

6/12/2026

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Robert McGeehan - Board Chairman

A. PLEDGE
B. CALL TO ORDER
C. ROLL
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
E. DISCUSSION
1. LHS Guard Shack
2. LMS Architect
F. CONSENT AGENDA
1. LHS Guard Shack
2. LMS Architect
G. PERSONNEL
H. OTHER BUSINESS
I. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 6/8/2026 - Board Meeting

6/4/2026

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Robert McGeehan - Board Chairman

A. PLEDGE
B. CALL TO ORDER
C. ROLL
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. 5/4/2026
2. 5/5/2026
3. 5/11/2026
4. 5/20/2026
F. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
G. DISCUSSION
1. Finance Report
2. FY 27 Final Budget Adoption
3. School Nutrition Contract Renewals
4. Construction Update
5. Westside Building Automation Panel Upgrades
6. Tire Services Bid for 2026-2027
7. Fuel Services Bid for 2026-2027
8. Fuel Master System Upgrade
9. Diesel Fuel Dispensers, In-Tank Pumps, & Tank Monitoring System Replacements
10. Substance Abuse Testing Services for 2026-2027
11. Bus Driver Physicals for 2026-2027
12. Technology Truck Purchase
13. Transportation Truck Purchase
14. Student Handbook Edits
15. Instructional Resources 2026-27
16. Athletic Insurance
17. LHS Volleyball Locker Room Update
H. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Finance Report
2. FY 27 Final Budget Adoption
3. School Nutrition Contract Renewals
4. Westside Building Automation Panel Upgrades
5. Tire Services Bid for 2026-2027
6. Fuel Services Bid for 2026-2027
7. Fuel Master System Upgrade
8. Diesel Fuel Dispensers, In-Tank Pumps, & Tank Monitoring System Replacements
9. Substance Abuse Testing Services for 2026-2027
10. Bus Driver Physicals for 2026-2027
11. Technology Truck Purchase
12. Transportation Truck Purchase
13. Student Handbook Edits
14. Instructional Resources 2026-27
15. Athletic Insurance
I. EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Personnel
J. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
1. List A
2. List B
K. OTHER BUSINESS
1. 7/7/26 (Tues.): Board Work Session, Central Office, 6:00 pm
2. 7/20/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
3. 7/29/26 (Wed.): Convocation, LHS PAC, 8:30 am
L. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 5/20/2026 - Called Board Meeting

5/19/2026

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Robert McGeehan - Board Chairman

I. PLEDGE
II. CALL TO ORDER
III. ROLL
IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
V. DISCUSSION
VI. EXECUTIVE SESSION
a. Personnel
VII. PERSONNEL
VIII. OTHER BUSINESS
IX. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 5/11/2026 - Board Meeting

5/8/2026

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Robert McGeehan - Board Chairman

A. PLEDGE
B. CALL TO ORDER
C. ROLL
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
E. RECOGNITION
1. Wiregrass Partnership Construction
2. LHS Girls Golf State Qualifiers
3. LHS Boys Golf State Qualifiers
4. LHS Girls Tennis Region Champions
5. LHS Boys Tennis Region Champions
6. LHS Baseball Region Champions
7. FLEX State Champion
8. Featured Teacher by the Georgia Council on Economic Education
9. Title 1 School of Excellence - CES and DES
F. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
G. DISCUSSION
1. Finance Report
2. FY 27 Tentative Budget
3. Construction Update
4. 2nd Reading - JCDAG: Bullying
5. New LPE Pre-K Classroom
6. SRO Addition
7. AP Humanities Achievement School & AP STEM Achievement School Recognition
H. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Finance Report
2. FY 27 Tentative Budget
3. LPE Playground Equipment
4. DES Painting
5. 2nd Reading - JCDAG: Bullying
6. RFP: Neglected and Delinquent (N&D) Support through Title I, Part A
7. 2026-2027 Board Meeting Dates
8. 2026-2027 Student & Parent Handbook Updates
9. 2027-2028 School Calendar
I. EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Personnel
J. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
1. List A
2. List B
3. List C (Amended Agenda Item)
K. OTHER BUSINESS
1. 5/16/26 (Sat.): LPE Moving Day, LPE, 8:30 am
2. 5/23/26 (Sat.): LHS Graduation, Martin Stadium, 8:30 am
L. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 5/5/2026 - Called Board Meeting

5/5/2026

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Robert McGeehan - Board Chairman

I. PLEDGE
II. CALL TO ORDER
III. ROLL
IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
V. DISCUSSION
a. Facilities
VI. EXECUTIVE SESSION
a. Personnel
VII. OTHER BUSINESS
VIII. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 5/4/2026 - Board Work Session

4/30/2026

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Robert McGeehan - Board Chairman

A. PLEDGE
B. CALL TO ORDER
C. ROLL
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. 4/6/2026
2. 4/13/2026
F. DISCUSSION
1. LPE Playground Equipment
2. DES Painting
3. 1st Reading - JCDAG: Bullying
4. RFP: Neglected and Delinquent (N&D) Support through Title I, Part A
5. 2026-2027 Board Meeting Dates
6. 2026-2027 Student & Parent Handbook Updates
7. 2027-2028 School Calendar
8. LCS SWSS Contract Resolution to Amend
9. Promising Districts Study with UGA
G. CONSENT AGENDA
1. LCS SWSS Contract Resolution to Amend
H. EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Personnel
I. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
1. List A
2. List B
J. OTHER BUSINESS
1. 5/11/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
2. 5/16/26 (Sat.): LPE Moving Day, LPE, 8:30 am
3. 5/23/26 (Sat.): LHS Graduation, Martin Stadium, 8:30 am
K. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 4/13/2026 - Board Meeting

4/10/2026

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Robert McGeehan - Board Chairman

A. 2025 Audit CAP
B. PLEDGE
C. CALL TO ORDER
D. ROLL
E. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
F. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
G. RECOGNITION
1. Crimson Cafe Highlight
2. Spotlight Award
3. United States Senate Youth Program
4. Young GA Authors Writing Competition CPRESA Winners
5. Vikette Basketball Regional Champions
6. Viking Basketball Regional Champions
7. GHSA Literacy State Champion & Runner Up
8. GaDOE Teacher Policy Fellowship Cohort
9. 2025-2026 Capturing Kids' Hearts National Showcase School - Hahira Middle School
H. DISCUSSION
1. Finance Report
2. FY 27 Draft Tentative Budget Discussion
3. 2025 Audit Review
4. 2025 Audit CAP
5. Construction Update
6. Governance Norms and Protocols
7. 2nd Reading - Update Policy IFBG: Internet Acceptable Use for compliance with SB 351
8. 2nd Grade Report Card Transition
9. Lowndes County School System Strategic Plan Update
I. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Finance Report
2. 2025 Audit CAP
3. Local Facilities Plan
4. HP Student Chomebook Purchase
5. Update Policy IFBG: Internet Acceptable Use for compliance with SB 351
6. Gym Floors - LHS & PGM
7. 2nd Grade Report Card Transition
8. Governance Norms and Protocols
J. EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Property
2. Personnel
K. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
L. OTHER BUSINESS
1. System Highlights
i. LHS Innovative Education Fund Prototype Grant Winner
ii. District Parent & Family Engagement Meeting
2. 4/14/26 (Tues.): LEIF Awards Ceremony, LHS PAC, 6:00 pm
3. 5/4/26 (Mon.): Board Work Session, Central Office, 6:00 pm
4. 5/11/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
M. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 4/6/2026 - Board Work Session

3/26/2026

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Robert McGeehan - Board Chairman

A. PLEDGE
B. CALL TO ORDER
C. ROLL
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. 3/2/2026
2. 3/9/2026
3. 3/19/2026
F. DISCUSSION
1. Local Facilities Plan
2. HP Student Chomebook Purchase
3. 1st Reading - Update Policy IFBG: Internet Acceptable Use for compliance with SB 351
4. Gym Floors - LHS & PGM
5. A Better Way Update
6. Feeding Program Update
G. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
H. OTHER BUSINESS
1. 4/13/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
2. 4/14/26 (Tues.): LEIF Awards Ceremony, LHS PAC, 6:00 pm
3. 5/4/26 (Mon.): Board Work Session, Central Office, 6:00 pm
4. 5/11/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
I. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 3/19/2026 - Board Retreat

3/18/2026

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Robert McGeehan - Board Chairman

A. PLEDGE
B. CALL TO ORDER
C. ROLL
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
E. DISCUSSION
1. Facilities
i. LPE Furniture
ii. LHS Cafeteria HVAC
2. Teaching and Learning
3. Student Services
4. Human Resources, Operations, and Technology
5. Finance
F. CONSENT AGENDA
1. LPE Furniture
2. LHS Cafeteria HVAC
G. EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Property
2. Personnel
H. PERSONNEL
I. OTHER BUSINESS
J. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 3/9/2026 - Board Meeting

3/5/2026

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Robert McGeehan - Board Chairman

A. PLEDGE
B. CALL TO ORDER
C. ROLL
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
E. RECOGNITION
1. Young GA Authors Writing Competition K-12
2. Pack 454, Scouting America, Webelos (4th grade)
F. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
G. DISCUSSION
1. Finance Report
2. Construction Update
H. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Finance Report
2. Retention Supplement for Employees-Governor’s Midterm Budget Adjustment
3. Siemens Service Agreement
4. LHS Gymnasium HVAC Phase 2
5. Middle Schools Athletic Washer & Dryer Purchase
6. Custodial Services Contract Extension
I. EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Property
2. Personnel
J. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
K. OTHER BUSINESS
1. 3/19/26 (Thurs.): Whole Board Training, Cook County BOE, 6:00 pm
2. 4/6/26 (Mon.): Board Work Session, Transportation Office, 6:00 pm
3. 4/13/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
L. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 3/2/2026 - Board Work Session

2/26/2026

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Robert McGeehan - Board Chairman

A. PLEDGE
B. CALL TO ORDER
C. ROLL
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. January 6, 2026
2. February 9, 2026
3. February 23, 2026
F. RECOGNITION
1. School Board Appreciation Week
G. DISCUSSION
1. Retention Supplement for Employees-Governor’s Midterm Budget Adjustment
2. Siemens Service Agreement
3. LHS Gymnasium HVAC Phase 2
4. Custodial Services Contract Extension
5. Middle Schools Athletic Washer & Dryer Purchase
6. Balanced Scorecard 2025-2026
H. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
I. OTHER BUSINESS
1. Legislative Updates
2. Dates to Remember
3. 3/9/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
4. 3/19/26 (Thurs.): Whole Board Training, Cook County BOE, 6:00 pm
5. 4/6/26 (Mon.): Board Work Session, Transportation Office, 6:00 pm
6. 4/13/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
J. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 2/23/2026 - Board Meeting

2/19/2026

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Robert McGeehan - Board Chairman
Agenda amended on February 23, 2026 to move Discussion Item 3, Lowndes School Nutrition Commodity RFP#2027-01, ahead of Discussion Items 1, Finance Report, and 2, Construction Update, per Board motion.

A. PLEDGE
B. CALL TO ORDER
C. ROLL
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
E. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
F. RECOGNITION
1. LHS Graduates
2. Spotlight Award (2)
3. Star Student & Star Teacher
4. MLK, Jr. Poem /Poster Winners
5. Mr. & Mrs. CTAE
6. eSports State Champions
7. 100 Career Wins as Varsity Head Coach - Reshon Benjamin
G. DISCUSSION
1. Lowndes School Nutrition Commodity RFP# 2027-01
2. Finance Report
3. Construction Update
4. Ready Georgia Seal of Preparedness 2025-2026
H. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Finance Report
2. New LPE Sod Change Order Request
3. Camera Replacements and Upgrades
4. Surplus Classroom / Office Items
5. Lowndes School Nutrition Commodity RFP# 2027-01
I. EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Property
2. Personnel
J. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
K. TRANSFERS
L. OTHER BUSINESS
1. 3/2/26 (Mon.): Board Work Session, Central Office, 6:00 pm
2. 3/9/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
3. 3/19/26 (Thurs.): Board Training, Cook County Board of Education, 5:30 - 8:30 pm
M. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 2/9/2026 - Board Work Session

2/6/2026

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Robert McGeehan - Board Chairman

A. PLEDGE
B. CALL TO ORDER
C. ROLL
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
F. RECOGNITION
1. GAEL Vision Award
G. DISCUSSION
1. New LPE Sod Change Order Request
2. Camera Replacements and Upgrades
3. Surplus Classroom / Office Items
H. EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Property
2. Personnel
I. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
1. 2 9 2026 Personnel Recommendations
2. List B
3. List C
4. List D
5. List E
6. List F
J. TRANSFERS
K. OTHER BUSINESS
1. SRO Contract Update
2. E-Splost Funds at Work
3. 2/13/26 (Fri.): Night to Shine, Lowndes High School, 6:00 pm
4. 2/23/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
5. 3/2/26 (Mon.): Board Work Session, Central Office, 6:00 pm
6. 3/9/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
7. 3/19/26 (Thurs.): Board Training, Cook County Board of Education, 5:30 - 8:30 pm
L. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 1/12/2026 - Board Meeting

1/8/2026

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Robert McGeehan - Board Chairman

A. PLEDGE
B. CALL TO ORDER
C. ROLL
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
E. RECOGNITION
1. I Love Public Schools Day, Jan. 14, 2026
2. Board Recognition
3. Spotlight Award (2)
F. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
G. DISCUSSION
1. Finance Report
2. Construction Update
3. Homestead Exemptions Ballot Questions
4. Lowndes High School Update
i. Pathway Completer Graduation Rate
ii. Advanced Placement
iii. Dual Enrollment Data
H. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Finance Report
2. Board Code of Ethics/Conflict of Interest
3. New Lake Park Elementary Furnishings
4. New Lake Park Elementary Media Center Furnishings
I. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
J. TRANSFERS
K. OTHER BUSINESS
1. System Highlights
2. Board Member Training Certificates
3. 1/16/26 (Fri.): Spelling Bee, Lowndes High School PAC, 9:00 am
4. 1/16/26 (Fri.): Superintendent Woods Visit, Presentation of Math & Literacy Leader Banners (MBE, WES, HMS, LMS, PGM), Lowndes Middle School, 11:15 am
5. 2/9/26 (Mon.): Board Work Session, Pine Grove Elementary School, 6:00 pm
6. 2/23/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
L. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 1/6/2026 - Board Work Session

12/19/2025

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Robert McGeehan - Board Chairman

A. PLEDGE
B. CALL TO ORDER
C. ROLL
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
F. BOARD OFFICER ELECTIONS
1. Board Chairman
2. Board Vice-Chairman
G. DISCUSSION
1. Board Code of Ethics/Conflict of Interest
2. New Lake Park Elementary Furnishings
3. New Lake Park Elementary Media Center Furnishings
H. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
1. List A
2. List B
I. OTHER BUSINESS
1. System Highlights
2. 1/12/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
3. 1/16/26 (Fri.): Spelling Bee, Lowndes High School PAC, 9:00 am
4. 2/9/26 (Mon.): Board Work Session, Pine Grove Elementary School, 6:00 pm
5. 2/23/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
J. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 12/8/2025 - Board Meeting

12/5/2025

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Robert McGeehan - Board Chairman

A. PLEDGE
B. CALL TO ORDER
C. ROLL
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. 11/03/2025 Minutes
2. 11/10/2025 Minutes
F. RECOGNITION
1. Spotlight Award
2. Farm to School Award
3. FFA National Conventional Awards & Recognitions - HMS, PGM, & LHS
4. FFA State Level
G. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
H. DISCUSSION
1. Finance Report
2. FY 27 Budget Calendar
3. ESS Building Substitute Pay
4. Retention Supplement for Employees
5. Construction Update
6. Lowndes School Nutrition Program - Christmas Holiday Meal Program
7. Overview of CCRPI
8. Dell Desktop Computers and Dell Monitors
9. Technology Needs for the new Lake Park Elementary School
I. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Finance Report
2. FY 27 Budget Calendar
3. ESS Building Substitute Pay
4. Retention Supplement for Employees
5. Dell Desktop Computers and Dell Monitors
6. Technology Needs for the new Lake Park Elementary School
J. EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Property
2. Personnel
K. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
L. OTHER BUSINESS
1. System Highlights
2. 12/11/25 (Thurs.): Track Ribbon Cutting, Lowndes High School Track, 4:30 pm
3. 12/12/25 (Fri.): Reach Signing, Hahira Middle School, 12:30 pm
4. 12/15/25 (Mon.): Reach Signing, Lowndes Middle School, 12:30 pm
5. 12/16/25 (Tues.): Gym & Wing Ribbon Cutting, Dewar Elementary School, 3:30 pm
6. 12/17/25 (Wed.): Reach Signing, Pine Grove Middle School, 12:30 pm
7. 1/12/26 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
8. 1/16/26 (Fri.): Spelling Bee, Lowndes High School PAC, 9:00 am
M. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 11/10/2025 - Board Meeting

11/5/2025

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Robert McGeehan - Board Chairman

A. PLEDGE
B. CALL TO ORDER
C. ROLL
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
E. RECOGNITION
1. Spotlight Award - Agent of Change Don Hammond
2. Lowndes High School Volleyball Team
3. 2024-2025 Literacy and Math Leaders
F. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
G. DISCUSSION
1. Finance Report
2. Construction Update
3. Lowndes High School - Gymnasium Boiler
4. A Better Way Update
5. Transportation GPS/ Parent Communication Software & Mobile App Updated
6. School Bus Purchase Updated
7. School Bus Surplus Updated
H. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Finance Report
2. Lowndes School Nutrition Small Equipment Bid
3. Transportation GPS/Parent Communication Software & Mobile App Updated
4. School Bus Purchase Updated
5. School Bus Surplus Updated
I. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
J. TRANSFERS
K. OTHER BUSINESS
1. System Highlights
2. 11/17/25 (Mon.): Flag Ceremony, Moulton Branch Elementary, 10:30 am
3. 11/18/25 (Tues.): Board Training, Cook County Board of Education, 5:30 - 8:30 pm
4. 12/2/25-12/4/25 (Tues.-Thurs.): GSBA Annual Conference , Atlanta, GA.
5. 12/8/25 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
L. ADJOURN

Board Meeting - 11/3/2025 - Board Work Session

10/30/2025

Sandra Wilcher - Superintendent
Robert McGeehan - Board Chairman

A. PLEDGE
B. CALL TO ORDER
C. ROLL
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. 10/6/2025 and 10/20/2025
2. 10/10/2025 Minutes
F. DISCUSSION
1. Lowndes School Nutrition Small Equipment Bid
2. Transportation GPS/Parent Communication Software & Mobile App
3. School Bus Purchase
4. School Bus Surplus
G. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS
H. OTHER BUSINESS
1. System Highlights
i. HMS GASSP Breakout
2. 11/7/25 (Fri.): The Game of Life, LHS Auxiliary Gym, 2 Sessions 8:30-11:30 am & 12:30-2:30 pm
3. 11/10/25 (Mon.): Board Meeting, Central Office, 6:00 pm
4. 11/17/25 (Mon.): Flag Ceremony, Moulton Branch Elementary, 10:30 am
5. 11/18/25 (Tues.): Board Training, Cook County Board of Education, 5:30 - 8:30 pm
6. 12/2/25-12/4/25 (Tues.-Thurs.): GSBA Annual Conference , Atlanta, GA.
I. ADJOURN