December 9, 2025 at 5:00 PM - GREENEVILLE CITY REGULAR BOARD MEETING
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I. Call to Order
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II. Pledge to the Flag
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III. Recognition of Visitors
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IV. Public Comment Period
Time:
(20 Minutes)
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V. Conflict of Interest Statement
Time:
(5 Minutes)
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VI. Approval of Agenda
Time:
(5 Minutes)
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VII. Consent Agenda
Time:
(5 minutes)
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VII.A. Consideration of Approving Minutes of the October 28, 2025, Board Meeting
Speaker(s):
Steve Starnes
Attachments:
()
Rationale:
Origin:
___ Topic presented for information only (no board action required) _X_ Board review required by: _X_ State or federal law or regulation
___ Board of Education policy Other: __________________________________________
_X_ Action requested at this meeting
___ Action requested at future meeting: _______________ (date)
Previous Review/Action: _X_ No Previous board review/action ___ Previous review/action date: ________________
action: ________________________________________________ Background Information: In accordance with State law, the Board of Education must approve the minutes of the previous meeting of the Board. The draft of the minutes of the previous meeting shall be sent to all Board members with the agenda for the subsequent meeting.
Summary of Major Elements: Meeting minutes are attached for Board review. Following approval by the Board, the minutes shall be signed by the Board Chair and Director of Schools. The minutes will become permanent records of the Board and shall be made available to any interested party upon request.
Director of Schools' Recommendation: Approval Impact on Resources: None Timetable for Further Review/Action:
None |
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VII.B. Consideration of Accepting Personnel Report
Speaker(s):
Melissa Batson, Chief Human Resources Officer
Rationale:
Origin:
_X_ Topic presented for information only (no board action required) ___ Board review required by: ___ State or federal law or regulation
_X_ Board of Education policy
Other: __________________________________________
_X_ Action requested at this meeting
___ Action requested at future meeting: _______________ (date)
Previous Review/Action:
_X_ No Previous board review/action ___ Previous review/action date: ________________
action: ________________________________________________
Background Information: In a continuing effort to keep the Greeneville City Board of Education advised of personnel changes in the school system, a report is made monthly to the members. Board action is occasionally required for personnel related matters. Summary of Major Elements: The attached are changes in personnel since the October report to the Board.
Acceptance Impact on Resources: None Timetable for Further Review/Action: None |
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VII.C. Consideration of Approving Board Policy Revisions (2nd Reading)
Speaker(s):
Steve Starnes, Richard Tipton, Dr. Jason Horne, Ellen Lipe, Melissa Batson, and Jeff Townsley
Attachments:
()
Rationale:
Origin:
___ Topic presented for information only (no board action required) _X_ Board review required by: _X_ State or federal law or regulation
___ Board of Education policy
Other: __________________________________________
_X_ Action requested at this meeting
___ Action requested at future meeting: _______________ (date)
Previous Review/Action: ___ No Previous board review/action _X_ Previous review/action date: _XX/XX/XXX________________________________________
action: _Approved on 1st Reading____________________________
Background Information: Per policy 1.600, at least biannually, the Board shall review its policy manual for the purpose of passing, revising, or deleting policies mandated by changing conditions. This routine review of district policies is done on an ongoing basis by central office administrative staff with the assistance of TSBA's policy maintenance service.
Summary of Major Elements: During Routine review, it was determined that the attached policies needed to either be updated to reflect the current language and practice, or reflect no changes.
Director of Schools' Recommendation: Approval Impact on Resources: None Timetable for Further Review/Action: None |
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VII.D. Consideration of Approving Disposal of Surplus
Speaker(s):
Chuck Broyles
Attachments:
()
Rationale:
Origin:
__ Topic presented for information only (no board action required) _X_ Board review required by: _X_ State or federal law or regulation
__ Board of Education policy
Other: __________________________________________
_X_ Action requested at this meeting__ Action requested at future meeting: _______________ (date)
Previous Review/Action: _X_ No Previous board review/action __ Previous review/action date: ________________
action: ________________________________________________
Background Information: GCS Board Policy 2.403 gives the Greeneville Board of education the authority to declare district property that is no longer useful nor necessary as surplus and to authorize the disposal of such equipment, books, or materials. Summary of Major Elements: A request is submitted for permission to dispose of the equipment listed on the attached spreadsheet. Director of Schools' Recommendation: Approval Impact on Resources: None Timetable for Further Review/Action: None
Time:
(5 Minutes)
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VII.E. Consideration of Approving Board Policy Revisions - No Changes (1st Reading)
Speaker(s):
Steve Starnes, Ellen Lipe, Richard Tipton, Dr. Jason Horne, Melissa Batson, and Jeff Townsley
Attachments:
()
Rationale:
Origin:
___ Topic presented for information only (no board action required) _X_ Board review required by: _X_ State or federal law or regulation
___ Board of Education policy
Other: __________________________________________
_X_ Action requested at this meeting___ Action requested at future meeting: _______________ (date)
Previous Review/Action: _X_ No Previous board review/action ___ Previous review/action date: ________________
action: ________________________________________________
Background Information: Per policy 1.600, at least biannually, the Board shall review its policy manual for the purpose of passing, revising, or deleting policies mandated by changing conditions. This routine review of district policies is done on an ongoing basis by central office administrative staff with the assistance of TSBA’s policy maintenance service. Summary of Major Elements: During routine review, it was determined that no changes were required in the attached policies. Director of Schools' Recommendation: Approval Impact on Resources: None Timetable for Further Review/Action: 2nd reading at XXX Board meeting |
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VII.F. Consideration of Approving School Trip Request
Attachments:
()
Rationale:
Origin:
__ Topic presented for information only (no board action required) _X_ Board review required by: __ State or federal law or regulation _X_ Board of Education policy Other: __________________________________________ _X_ Action requested at this meeting __ Action requested at future meeting: _______________ (date) Previous Review/Action: _X_ No Previous board review/action __ Previous review/action date: ________________ action: ________________________________________________ Background Information: Board Policy 4.302 specifies that the Board must approve field trips that are both overnight and out-of-state. Additionally, approval is required when students must leave school early for participation in athletic events. Summary of Major Elements: The detailed trip request is attached. Director of Schools' Recommendation: Approval Impact on Resources: None Timetable for Further Review/Action: None |
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VIII. Action Items
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VIII.A. Consideration of Approving Resolution Authorizing Participation in Public Entity Partners James L. Richardson Driver Safety Matching Grant
Speaker(s):
Dr. Jason Horne
Attachments:
()
Rationale:
Origin:
__ Topic presented for information only (no board action required) _X_ Board review required by: _X_ State or federal law or regulation __ Board of Education policy Other: __________________________________________ _X_ Action requested at this meeting __ Action requested at future meeting: _______________ (date) Previous Review/Action: _X_ No Previous board review/action __ Previous review/action date: ________________ action: ________________________________________________ Background Information: The district is a member of the Public Entity Partners (PEP), and there are various opportunities to participate in grant programs and other incentives. Summary of Major Elements: Permission is being requested to further participate in PEP James L. Richardson Driver Safety Matching Grant Program. Funds have been awarded after a grant was written and submitted to purchase MVR ($337.50), New Driver CDL training ($250.00), Driver Performance Monitoring ($4560.00), and Online Safety Training for Bus Drivers ($6003.56) for a total cost of $11,151.06. A signed resolution must be submitted to PEP. It is recommended that a resolution be signed, grant funds be utilized and allowance of required district matching of awarded funds (maximum $2500.00). Director of Schools' Recommendation: Approval Impact on Resources: $2,500.00 Timetable for Further Review/Action: None
Time:
(5 Minutes)
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VIII.B. Consideration of Approving Board Policy Revisions - 1st Reading
Speaker(s):
Steve Starnes, Richard Tipton, Dr. Jason Horne, Ellen Lipe, Melissa Batson, and Jeff Townsley
Attachments:
()
Rationale:
Origin:
___ Topic presented for information only (no board action required) _X_ Board review required by: _X_ State or federal law or regulation
___ Board of Education policy
Other: __________________________________________
_X_ Action requested at this meeting___ Action requested at future meeting: _______________ (date)
Previous Review/Action: _X_ No Previous board review/action ___ Previous review/action date: ________________
action: ________________________________________________
Background Information: Per policy 1.600, at least biannually, the Board shall review its policy manual for the purpose of passing, revising, or deleting policies mandated by changing conditions. This routine review of district policies is done on an ongoing basis by central office administrative staff with the assistance of TSBA’s policy maintenance service. Summary of Major Elements: Revisions are recommended to the attached policies on 1st reading. Director of Schools' Recommendation: Approval Impact on Resources: None Timetable for Further Review/Action: None
Time:
(5 minutes)
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VIII.C. Consideration of Approving Process to Seek a New Director of Schools
Speaker(s):
Josh Quillen
Attachments:
()
Rationale:
Origin:
__ Topic presented for information only (no board action required) _X_ Board review required by: _X_ State or federal law or regulation __ Board of Education policy Other: __________________________________________ _X_ Action requested at this meeting __ Action requested at future meeting: _______________ (date) Previous Review/Action: _X_ No Previous board review/action __ Previous review/action date: ________________ action: ________________________________________________ Background Information: X Summary of Major Elements: X Director of Schools' Recommendation: Approval Impact on Resources: X Timetable for Further Review/Action: None
Time:
(15 Minutes)
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VIII.D. Consideration of Approving Superintendent Search Schedule and Minimum Qualifications
Speaker(s):
Josh Quillen
Rationale:
Origin:
__ Topic presented for information only (no board action required) _X_ Board review required by: _X_ State or federal law or regulation __ Board of Education policy Other: __________________________________________ _X_ Action requested at this meeting __ Action requested at future meeting: _______________ (date) Previous Review/Action: _X_ No Previous board review/action __ Previous review/action date: ________________ action: ________________________________________________ Background Information: X Summary of Major Elements: X Director of Schools' Recommendation: Approval Impact on Resources: X Timetable for Further Review/Action: None
Time:
(15 Minutes)
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IX. Director's Report
Speaker(s):
Steve Starnes
Attachments:
()
Time:
(5 minutes)
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X. Legislative Update
Speaker(s):
Pam Botta
Time:
(5 Minutes)
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XI. Adjournment
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