Minutes from Cherokee County Board of Education September 8 Meeting

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

CENTRE, Ala. — The Cherokee County Board of Education convened its regular meeting on September 8, 2025. Below is a summary of key items discussed and actions taken during the session.

Meeting Highlights:

• Call to Order, Opening Prayer, and Pledge of Allegiance

• Public Comments: Community members were given the opportunity to address the Board.

• Approval of Minutes and Agenda: The Board approved minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting and adopted the current agenda.

Financial Reports:

• The Board received the June 2025 Financial Report, including bank reconciliations, cash balances, and general ledger summaries.

Budget and Fund Approvals:

• The FY26 Budget Hearing was held.

• Renewals for participation in the Alabama Trust for Boards of Education (ATBE) Automobile Fund and General Liability/Errors & Omissions Liability Fund were approved.

Agreements and Services:

• Contracts were approved with Lighthouse Counseling, LLC, Coosa Behavioral Services, LLC, Orientation and Mobility Services, and Sign Language Interpreting Services.

Student and Incident Reports:

• The 2025 Student Incident Report was reviewed.

Bids Accepted:

• Thompson Gas – Propane Gas (ITB# 25-10)

• Waste Management – Garbage Service (ITB# 25-11)

• Wittichen Supply – HVAC (ITB# 25-12)

Personnel Actions:

• Retirements: Jennifer Sawyer (28 years) and Anita Formby (25 years) were recognized for their service.

• Resignations and Contract Cancellations: Terry Gilbreath, Principal at Gaylesville School, resigned.

• New Hires and Placements: Several certified and classified staff members were approved, including long-term substitutes and temporary contracts.

• Supplemental Pay: Approved for various staff under state-funded grants.

• Leaves of Absence, Substitute Renewals, New Substitutes, and Volunteers were also approved for the 2025-26 school year.

Professional Development and Job Postings:

• The Board approved professional development initiatives and reviewed current job postings.

Superintendent’s Update and Other Business:

• Superintendent provided updates on district activities and ongoing initiatives.

Next Meeting:

• The next board meeting and second budget hearing is scheduled for Friday, September 12, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at the New Central Office, 200 Armory Road, Centre, AL 35960.

The full board minutes are available here.