Cherokee County Board of Education Appoints New Principal at Gaylesville School; Minutes from Cherokee County Board of Education Special Called Meeting on September 18

T.L. Sullivan | The Weekly Ledger News | Local News

CENTRE, Ala. – The Cherokee County Board of Education convened for a special called meeting on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at the Central Office in Centre. The meeting, which began at 3:00 p.m., included a short agenda focused primarily on personnel decisions.

Following roll call and the adoption of the agenda, the board approved two personnel placements:

• Ronnie Crabtree was appointed as the new Principal at Gaylesville School, effective October 1, 2025.

• Demi Jo Johnson was approved as a Gifted Exceptionality Paraprofessional, effective September 9, 2025.

These appointments mark significant steps in filling key positions within the district as schools continue their focus on academic growth and student support.

The meeting concluded with the announcement that the next regular board meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 6, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. at the Central Office.

The session adjourned shortly after the personnel approvals.

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Meeting Agenda and Minutes from Thursday, September 18, 2025

1. Call to Order

2. Welcome

3. Public Comments

4. Roll Call – Establishment of a Quorum

5. Proper Procedures for Board Meeting Notification

6. Adopt Agenda

7. Approve Personnel Action

A. Certified Placement

1. Ronnie Crabtree, Principal (184893) at Gaylesville School — Effective: October 1, 2025

B. Classified Placement

1. Demi Jo Johnson, Gifted Exceptionality Paraprofessional (183122) – Effective: September 9, 2025

8. Other

1. The next board meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 6, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. and will be held at the Central Office.

9. Adjourn