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School district statistics (NCES Common Core of Data)
Enrollment6,772 students (2023)
Per-pupil spending$11,204 (FY2020)
Schools11 · 428 teachers (FTE) (2023)
Total revenue$83.9M (FY2020)

Recent meetings

Tue Oct 14, 2025

October Regular Board Meeting

Jonesboro Board to approve facilities plan and policy changes

The Jonesboro Public Schools Board of Directors will meet to approve a Master Facilities Plan, personnel policy changes, and consent items including a fresh fruit and vegetable program purchase. The meeting will also include a public comment session and an executive session for personnel matters.

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4 Tuesday, October 14, 2025 October Regular Board Meeting Jonesboro School District Board of Directors Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m. 1. Meeting Opening Subject A. Call To Order Meeting Oct 14, 2025 - October Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject B. Roll Call Meeting Oct 14, 2025 - October Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments 2. Public Comment Subject A. Public Comment Meeting Oct 14, 2025 - October Regular Board Meeting Category 2. Public Comment Type Procedural According to Policy 1.14 and Arkansas law, residents of the school district, parents or guardians of current students, and current staff members may sign up to speak to the Board about matters within the powers and duties of the Board of Directors.  The sign-up period closes when the meeting is called to order.  Speakers shall not discuss specific students or specific personnel matters during public comment.  Each speaker will have three minutes to address the Board from the podium. File Attachments 3. Approval of Minutes Subject A. Approve the minutes from the September 9, 2025 and September 26, 2025 special called Meetings Meeting Oct 14, 2025 - October Regular Board Meeting Category 3. Approval of Minutes Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve the minutes from the Se [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Fri Sep 26, 2025

September Special Board Meeting

Board to approve 2025-26 budget and high school digital sign

The Jonesboro School Board will review and vote on the 2024-2025 Annual Financial Report and the proposed 2025-2026 budget. The board will also consider approving the purchase of a new digital sign for the high school.

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4 Friday, September 26, 2025 September Special Board Meeting Jonesboro School District Board of Directors Special Meeting 11:00 a.m. 1. Meeting Opening Subject A. Call To Order Meeting Sep 26, 2025 - September Special Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject B. Roll Call Meeting Sep 26, 2025 - September Special Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments 2. Public Comment Subject A. Public Comment Meeting Sep 26, 2025 - September Special Board Meeting Category 2. Public Comment Type Presentation According to Policy 1.14 and Arkansas law, residents of the school district, parents or guardians of current students, and current staff members may sign up to speak to the Board about matters within the powers and duties of the Board of Directors.  The sign-up period closes when the meeting is called to order.  Speakers shall not discuss specific students or specific personnel matters during public comment.  Each speaker will have three minutes to address the Board from the podium. File Attachments 3. Action Items Subject A. Approve the Annual Financial Report for 2024-2025 and proposed Budget for 2025-2026 Meeting Sep 26, 2025 - September Special Board Meeting Category 3. Action Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve the Annual Financial Report for 2 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Sep 9, 2025

September Regular Board Meeting

Board to approve MOU for SUCCESS and 6-year board terms

The Jonesboro School Board will meet to approve a Memorandum of Understanding for the SUCCESS Achievement Academy and a resolution establishing six-year terms for board members. The agenda also includes reviewing financial reports, legal transfers, and superintendent updates.

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4 Tuesday, September 9, 2025 September Regular Board Meeting Jonesboro School District Board of Directors Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m. 1. Meeting Opening Subject A. Call To Order Meeting Sep 9, 2025 - September Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject B. Roll Call Meeting Sep 9, 2025 - September Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments 2. Public Comment Subject A. Public Comment Meeting Sep 9, 2025 - September Regular Board Meeting Category 2. Public Comment Type Procedural According to Policy 1.14 and Arkansas law, residents of the school district, parents or guardians of current students, and current staff members may sign up to speak to the Board about matters within the powers and duties of the Board of Directors.  The sign-up period closes when the meeting is called to order.  Speakers shall not discuss specific students or specific personnel matters during public comment.  Each speaker will have three minutes to address the Board from the podium. File Attachments 3. Approval of Minutes Subject A. Approval of Minutes Meeting Sep 9, 2025 - September Regular Board Meeting Category 3. Approval of Minutes Type Action Recommended Action Motion to Approve the Minutes From the Regular Board Meeting on August 12, 2025 as Presented. The board will revi [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Aug 12, 2025

August Regular Board Meeting

Board will adopt the FY 2026‑27 budget and tax levy

The Jonesboro School Board will review reports, approve minutes, and vote on several action items. Items include purchasing a new bus, renewing a Mosyle device‑management subscription, buying Apple MacBook Air laptops for the SUCCESS Academy, and adopting the district’s budget and tax levy for July 1 2026‑June 30 2027. The board will also transfer $13,133,424.35 of excess funds to the building fund and elect an ex‑officio financial secretary.

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4 Tuesday, August 12, 2025 August Regular Board Meeting Jonesboro School District Board of Directors Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m. 1. Meeting Opening Subject A. Call To Order Meeting Aug 12, 2025 - August Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject B. Roll Call Meeting Aug 12, 2025 - August Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments 2. Public Comment Subject A. Public Comment Meeting Aug 12, 2025 - August Regular Board Meeting Category 2. Public Comment Type Procedural According to Policy 1.14 and Arkansas law, residents of the school district, parents or guardians of current students, and current staff members may sign up to speak to the Board about matters within the powers and duties of the Board of Directors.  The sign-up period closes when the meeting is called to order.  Speakers shall not discuss specific students or specific personnel matters during public comment.  Each speaker will have three minutes to address the Board from the podium. File Attachments 3. Approval of Minutes Subject A. Approval of Minutes Meeting Aug 12, 2025 - August Regular Board Meeting Category 3. Approval of Minutes Type Action Recommended Action Motion to Approve the Minutes From the Regular Board Meeting on July 8, 2025 as Presented. The board will review the minutes o [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jul 8, 2025

July Regular Board Meeting

Board to review school improvement plans and 2025-2026 student handbook

The Jonesboro School District Board of Directors will meet to approve several operational items for the upcoming school year. The board is deciding on school improvement plans for multiple campuses and updating the student handbook. Other actions include a vehicle purchase and a representative appointment.

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4 Tuesday, July 8, 2025 July Regular Board Meeting Jonesboro School District Board of Directors Regular Meeting Administration Building 6:00 p.m. 1. Meeting Opening Subject A. Call To Order Meeting Jul 8, 2025 - July Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject B. Roll Call Meeting Jul 8, 2025 - July Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject C. Approval of Minutes for the June 10, 2025 Meeting Jul 8, 2025 - July Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Action Recommended Action Motion to approve the Minutes for the June 10, 2025 as presented The Board will review the minutes for the June 10, 2025 meeting. File Attachments 2- Minutes June 2025.pdf (231 KB) 2. Reports Subject A. Financial Report Meeting Jul 8, 2025 - July Regular Board Meeting Category 2. Reports Type There will be no financial report given due to the year end. File Attachments Subject B. JPS Summer Student Spotlights Meeting Jul 8, 2025 - July Regular Board Meeting Category 2. Reports Type Information   NEACTC SkillsUSA Students have received awards from the Aerotek Fall 2025 "Make Your Mark 4" Scholarship.  This scholarship is to be applied to their tuition bill at the postsecondary institution of their choice. Quentin Gantt won [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 10, 2025

June Regular Board Meeting

Board approves security upgrades, laptops, and video scoreboard donation

The Jonesboro School Board will approve contracts for commissioned security officers, wearable panic buttons, and student laptops. The board will also accept a $387,328.65 donation for a video scoreboard at JHS Athletic Field and review policy changes.

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4 Tuesday, June 10, 2025 June Regular Board Meeting Jonesboro School District Board of Directors Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m. 1. Meeting Opening Subject A. Call To Order Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - June Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Discussion, Information, Procedural File Attachments Subject B. Roll Call Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - June Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject C. Approval of Minutes for Regular Meeting May 13, 2025 Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - June Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Action Recommended Action Motion to Approve the Minutes of the Regular May 13, 2025 as Presented. The board will review the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting. File Attachments 2- Minutes May 2025.pdf (233 KB) 2. Board Recognitions Subject A. Kadarius Williams Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - June Regular Board Meeting Category 2. Board Recognitions Type Information The Board will recognize Kadarius Williams as Outstanding Supporting Actor for Hermes in JHS production of Hadestown for the Orpheum High School Musical Theatre Awards. File Attachments JuneRecognition.pdf (261 KB) 3. Reports Subject A. Financial Report Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - June Regular Board Meeting Category 3. Reports Type Information, Report The Board will review the monthly financia [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 13, 2025

May Regular Board Meeting

Board to approve tuition hikes, facility projects, and new athletic ticketing

The Jonesboro School Board will vote on approving a Pre-K tuition increase, Guaranteed Maximum Prices for the NEACTC and JHS Alumni Plaza renovations, and the GoFan online ticketing platform for athletic events.

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4 Tuesday, May 13, 2025 May Regular Board Meeting Jonesboro School District Board of Directors Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m. 1. Meeting Opening Subject A. Call to Order Meeting May 13, 2025 - May Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Information File Attachments Subject B. Roll Call Meeting May 13, 2025 - May Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject C. Approval of Minutes Meeting May 13, 2025 - May Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Action, Minutes Recommended Action Motion to approve the minutes for the April 8, 2025 regular meeting and April 22, 2025 special called meeting as presented. The board will review the minutes from the April 8th regular meeting and the April 22nd special called meeting for approval. File Attachments April 8, 2025 Minutes.pdf (469 KB) 2- Minutes April 22 Special 2025.pdf (204 KB) 2. Board Recognitions Subject A. JHS Symphonic Winds Meeting May 13, 2025 - May Regular Board Meeting Category 2. Board Recognitions Type Recognition The Board will recognize the JHS Symphonic Winds for their 6A State Championship File Attachments BandRecognition.pdf (414 KB) 3. Reports Subject A. Financial Report Meeting May 13, 2025 - May Regular Board Meeting Category 3. Reports Type Information, Report Ms. Ashten Black wil [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 22, 2025

April Special Board Meeting

Board to discuss superintendent search in executive session

This special meeting of the Jonesboro School District Board of Directors will begin with an executive session to discuss the superintendent search, with no action expected. The board will then vote on several consent items: purchasing a bus and a school vehicle, buying a CNC router for the career and technical center, approving certified personnel policies, adopting the 2025-2026 certified salary schedule, and setting additional duties and non-contracted hourly rates. Another executive session will cover personnel matters such as employment, transfers, resignations, and retirements.

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4 Tuesday, April 22, 2025 April Special Board Meeting Jonesboro School District Board of Directors Special Meeting 5:30 p.m. 1. Meeting Opening Subject A. Call To Order Meeting Apr 22, 2025 - April Special Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Action (Consent), Procedural The board will meet in executive session to discuss the superintendent search.  This discussion will take place in executive session and no action will take place at this meeting. File Attachments Subject B. Roll Call Meeting Apr 22, 2025 - April Special Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments 2. Action Items Subject A. Approve the Purchase of a Bus Meeting Apr 22, 2025 - April Special Board Meeting Category 2. Action Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve the purchase of a new bus as presented The Board will review the recommendation to purchase a new bus. File Attachments 2025 Thomas bus purchase.pdf (94 KB) 2025 bus review.pdf (86 KB) Subject B. Approve the Purchase of a School Vehicle Meeting Apr 22, 2025 - April Special Board Meeting Category 2. Action Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve the purchase of a school vehicle as presented The Board will review the recommendation to purchase a new school vehicle. File Attachments Vehicle Purchase Recommendation.pdf [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 8, 2025

April Regular Board Meeting

Jonesboro School Board to vote on facility repairs and district appointments

The Board of Directors will consider several facility improvements, including roof and flooring projects. They will also vote on the appointment of a new District Treasurer and the continuation of food service contracts for the 2025-26 school year.

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4 Tuesday, April 8, 2025 April Regular Board Meeting Jonesboro School District Board of Directors Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m. 1. Meeting Opening Subject A. Call To Order Meeting Apr 8, 2025 - April Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject B. Roll Call Meeting Apr 8, 2025 - April Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject C. Approval of Minutes Meeting Apr 8, 2025 - April Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Action Recommended Action Motion to Approve the Board Minutes from the March 11, 2025 Meeting as Presented The Board will review the minutes of the regular meeting on March 11, 2025. File Attachments 2- Minutes March 2025 (1).pdf (256 KB) Certified Staff Rehired In March.pdf (4,831 KB) 2. Recognitions Subject A. 2024 Arkansas Congressional App Challenge Winners Meeting Apr 8, 2025 - April Regular Board Meeting Category 2. Recognitions Type File Attachments April Recognition #1.pdf (288 KB) Subject B. 6A State Wrestling Champion for the 150lb Weight Class Meeting Apr 8, 2025 - April Regular Board Meeting Category 2. Recognitions Type Information Congratulations to Caiden Saavedra, 6A State Champion for the 150lb Weight Class File Attachments CaidenSaavedra.pdf (210 KB) 3. Reports Subject A [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 11, 2025

March Regular Board Meeting

Board to vote on weapons detection systems for two junior highs

The Jonesboro School Board will consider several security-related action items, including purchasing four Opengate Weapon Detection Systems for Annie Camp and Douglas MacArthur Jr. High Schools, replacing doors at Health, Wellness & Environmental Studies Magnet School, approving a guaranteed maximum price for MacArthur Gym restroom renovation, and buying REI camera systems for the bus fleet. The board will also vote on a cyber security resolution, terminate a 403(b)/457 plan services agreement with Advanced Consulting Group, and approve a new Section 457(b) deferred compensation plan resolution. Other agenda items include recognizing 2024 Arkansas Congressional App Challenge winners, a financial report, and personnel actions in executive session.

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4 Tuesday, March 11, 2025 March Regular Board Meeting Jonesboro School District Board of Directors Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m. 1. Meeting Opening Subject A. Call to Order Meeting Mar 11, 2025 - March Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject B. Roll Call Meeting Mar 11, 2025 - March Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject C. Approval of Minutes Meeting Mar 11, 2025 - March Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Action, Minutes Recommended Action Motion to approve the minutes for the February 11, 2025 regular meeting and February 6, 2025, February 25, 2025, February 26, 2025 and March 5, 2025 special called meetings as presented. The board will review the minutes from the February 6, 11, 25, 26 and March 5 meetings for approval as presented.  File Attachments 2- Minutes February 2025.pdf (270 KB) 2- Minutes February 6 Special 2025.pdf (166 KB) 2- Minutes February 25 Special 2025.pdf (167 KB) 2- Minutes February 26 Special 2025.pdf (170 KB) 2- Minutes March 5 Special 2025.pdf (166 KB) 2. Executive Session Subject A. Superintendent Selection Discussion Meeting Mar 11, 2025 - March Regular Board Meeting Category 2. Executive Session Type File Attachments 3. Recognitions Subject A. 2024 Arkansas Congressional App Chal [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Mar 5, 2025

March Special Board Meeting

Board to discuss superintendent search in executive session

The Jonesboro School District Board of Directors will hold a special meeting primarily to discuss the superintendent search in executive session. No action will be taken at this meeting, which consists of call to order, roll call, the executive session discussion, and adjournment.

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4 Wednesday, March 5, 2025 March Special Board Meeting Jonesboro School District Board of Directors Special Meeting 5:15 p.m. 1. Meeting Opening Subject A. Call To Order Meeting Mar 5, 2025 - March Special Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Action (Consent), Procedural The board will meet in executive session to discuss the superintendent search.  This discussion will take place in executive session and no action will take place at this meeting. File Attachments Subject B. Roll Call Meeting Mar 5, 2025 - March Special Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments 2. Executive Session Subject A. Superintendent Search Discussion Meeting Mar 5, 2025 - March Special Board Meeting Category 2. Executive Session Type File Attachments 3. Adjournment
Wed Feb 26, 2025

February 26 Special Board Meeting

Jonesboro School Board to interview superintendent candidate

The Board of Directors will meet in executive session to interview a candidate for superintendent. The agenda states that no action will take place at this meeting.

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4 Wednesday, February 26, 2025 February 26 Special Board Meeting Jonesboro School District Board of Directors Special Meeting 6:00 p.m. 1. Meeting Opening Subject A. Call To Order Meeting Feb 26, 2025 - February 26 Special Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Action (Consent), Procedural The board will meet in executive session to interview a superintendent candidate.  This interview will take place in executive session and no action will take place at this meeting. File Attachments Subject B. Roll Call Meeting Feb 26, 2025 - February 26 Special Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments 2. Executive Session Subject A. Superintendent Search Interview Meeting Feb 26, 2025 - February 26 Special Board Meeting Category 2. Executive Session Type File Attachments 3. Adjournment
Tue Feb 25, 2025

February 25 Special Board Meeting

Jonesboro School Board to interview superintendent candidate

The Board of Directors will meet in executive session to interview a candidate for superintendent. No action will be taken during this meeting.

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4 Tuesday, February 25, 2025 February 25 Special Board Meeting Jonesboro School District Board of Directors Special Meeting 6:00 p.m. 1. Meeting Opening Subject A. Call To Order Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - February 25 Special Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Action (Consent), Procedural The board will meet in executive session to interview a superintendent candidate.  This interview will take place in executive session and no action will take place at this meeting. File Attachments Subject B. Roll Call Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - February 25 Special Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments 2. Executive Session Subject A. Superintendent Search Interview Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - February 25 Special Board Meeting Category 2. Executive Session Type File Attachments 3. Adjournment
Tue Feb 11, 2025

February Regular Board Meeting

Board to decide on extra pay for teachers with over 150 students

The Jonesboro School District Board will hold a regular meeting to vote on several action items, including the purchase of a bucket truck for maintenance, a new lawn service provider, and additional compensation for teachers teaching more than 150 students per day. They will also review financial reports, ATLAS growth data, legal transfers approved by the superintendent, and enter executive session for personnel matters.

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4 Tuesday, February 11, 2025 February Regular Board Meeting Jonesboro School District Board of Directors Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m. 1. Meeting Opening Subject A. Call To Order Meeting Feb 11, 2025 - February Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject B. Roll Call Meeting Feb 11, 2025 - February Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject C. Approval of Minutes Meeting Feb 11, 2025 - February Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Action Recommended Action Motion to approve the minutes for the Regular Board Meeting on January 14, 2025 as presented. The board will review the minutes from the regular board meeting on January 14, 2025. File Attachments 1- Minutes January 2025.pdf (239 KB) 2. Reports Subject A. Financial Report Meeting Feb 11, 2025 - February Regular Board Meeting Category 2. Reports Type Information, Report The Board will review the Monthly Financial Report. File Attachments School Finance Report (2).pdf (194 KB) Fund Summary Report (25).pdf (246 KB) Subject B. ATLAS Growth Data Meeting Feb 11, 2025 - February Regular Board Meeting Category 2. Reports Type Information Mrs. Doyle will present some ATLAS Growth Data File Attachments 3. Action Items Subject A. Approve Purchase of Bu [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Feb 6, 2025

February Special Board Meeting

Jonesboro School Board holds special meeting to discuss superintendent search

The Jonesboro School District Board of Directors will convene a special meeting on February 6, 2025, to conduct a roll call and hold an executive session focused on the superintendent search. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 5:15 p.m.

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4 Thursday, February 6, 2025 February Special Board Meeting Jonesboro School District Board of Directors Special Meeting 5:15 p.m. 1. Meeting Opening Subject A. Call To Order Meeting Feb 6, 2025 - February Special Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Action (Consent), Procedural File Attachments Subject B. Roll Call Meeting Feb 6, 2025 - February Special Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments 2. Executive Session Subject A. Superintendent Search Discussion Meeting Feb 6, 2025 - February Special Board Meeting Category 2. Executive Session Type File Attachments 3. Adjournment
Tue Jan 14, 2025

January Regular Board Meeting

Board to decide on elevator modernization contract at Annie Camp Jr High

The Jonesboro School Board will review and vote on several action items including approving an audit report, a guaranteed maximum price for elevator modernization at Annie Camp Jr High, buy back of obsolete iPads and Macbooks, and the 2025-2026 school calendar. The board will also recognize Board Recognition Month and eSports winners, hear reports on finances and family services, and hold an expulsion hearing and executive session for personnel.

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4 Tuesday, January 14, 2025 January Regular Board Meeting Jonesboro School District Board of Directors Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m. 1. Meeting Opening Subject A. Call To Order Meeting Jan 14, 2025 - January Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Information, Procedural   File Attachments Subject B. Roll Call Meeting Jan 14, 2025 - January Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject C. Approval of Minutes Meeting Jan 14, 2025 - January Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Action Recommended Action Motion to Accept the Minutes for the Regular Meeting on December 10, 2024 as Presented The Board will review the minutes of the December 10, 2024 meeting. File Attachments 12- Minutes December 2024.pdf (214 KB) 2. Recognitions Subject A. Board Recognition Month Meeting Jan 14, 2025 - January Regular Board Meeting Category 2. Recognitions Type Information Thank you to all our School Board Members for your dedicated service to the Jonesboro School District. File Attachments 2025SchoolBoardAppreciationFinal.pdf (134 KB) Subject B. Esports Winners Meeting Jan 14, 2025 - January Regular Board Meeting Category 2. Recognitions Type Information Congratulations to ESports team members and their accomplishments. File Attachments eSports Slid [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Dec 10, 2024

December Regular Board Meeting

Jonesboro School Board to review school choice policy and JHS security purchase

The Board of Directors will decide on policy updates regarding school choice and a purchase for an access control system at the JHS Performing Arts Center. The meeting also includes a review of the monthly financial report and updates on the superintendent search.

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4 Tuesday, December 10, 2024 December Regular Board Meeting Jonesboro School District Board of Directors Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m. 1. Meeting Opening Subject A. Call To Order Meeting Dec 10, 2024 - December Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural     File Attachments Subject B. Roll Call Meeting Dec 10, 2024 - December Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject C. Approval of Minutes Meeting Dec 10, 2024 - December Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Action Recommended Action Motion to Approve the minutes for the Regular meeting on November 12, 2024 and November 19, 2024 Special Called Meeting as presented The board will review the minutes of the November 12, 2024 regular board meeting and November 19, 2024 special called meeting. File Attachments 11- Minutes November 2024.pdf (223 KB) 11- Minutes November Special 2024.pdf (184 KB) 2. Financial Report Subject A. Financial Report Meeting Dec 10, 2024 - December Regular Board Meeting Category 2. Financial Report Type Information, Report The Board will review the monthly Financial Report File Attachments School Finance Report Dec.pdf (202 KB) Fund Summary Report Dec.pdf (246 KB) 3. Reports Subject A. New Teacher Mentoring & Support Meeting Dec 10, 2024 - December R [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Nov 19, 2024

November Special Board Meeting

Board to fill Zone 3 vacancy, approve superintendent search contract

The Jonesboro School Board will accept the resignation of Tim Stewart, effective December 2, 2024, and appoint a replacement for Zone 3 from five candidates. The board will also elect Brock Ferguson as disbursing officer, appoint a point person for the superintendent search, and approve a contract with Education Partners for that search. All items are consent agenda actions and are expected to be voted on at this special meeting.

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4 Tuesday, November 19, 2024 November Special Board Meeting Jonesboro School District Board of Directors Special Meeting 8:00 A.M. 1. Meeting Opening Subject A. Call To Order Meeting Nov 19, 2024 - November Special Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Action (Consent), Procedural File Attachments Subject B. Roll Call Meeting Nov 19, 2024 - November Special Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments 2. Action Item Subject A. Accept the Resignation of Tim Stewart for Zone 3 Meeting Nov 19, 2024 - November Special Board Meeting Category 2. Action Item Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to accept the resignation of Tim Stewart from the Board as presented The board will review the resignation of Tim Stewart from the Board effective December 2, 2024 File Attachments Subject B. Elect a new Disbursing Officer to replace Tim Stewart Meeting Nov 19, 2024 - November Special Board Meeting Category 2. Action Item Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to elect Brock Ferguson as the Disbursing Officer as presented The Board will elect a disbursing officer to replace Tim Stewart effective December 2, 2024 File Attachments Subject C. Appoint a Board Member for Zone 3 Meeting Nov 19, 2024 - November Special Board Meeting Category 2. Action Item Type Action (Consent) Recommend [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Nov 12, 2024

November Regular Board Meeting

Board to vote on one-time staff bonus, VR training, tutoring deals

The Jonesboro School District Board will vote on several action items, including a one-time bonus for staff, purchase of an APEX Officer Virtual Reality Police Training Simulator for the criminal justice program, and virtual tutoring services from Amplify for the 2024-2025 school year. The board will also hear presentations on Atlas data and JPS Spotlights, review financial reports, and consider an expulsion hearing and personnel changes in executive session.

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4 Tuesday, November 12, 2024 November Regular Board Meeting Jonesboro School District Board of Directors Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m. 1. Meeting Opening Subject A. Call To Order Meeting Nov 12, 2024 - November Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject B. Roll Call Meeting Nov 12, 2024 - November Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject C. Approval of Minutes Meeting Nov 12, 2024 - November Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Action Recommended Action Motion to Approve the Minutes for the Regular Meeting on October 8, 2024 and Special Called meeting October 28, 2024 as Presented. The board will review the minutes of the regular board meeting on October 8, 2024 and the special called meeting October 28, 2024. File Attachments 10- Minutes October 2024.pdf (217 KB) 10- Minutes October Special 2024.pdf (182 KB) 2. Recognitions Subject A. Tim Stewart's Service to the Board Meeting Nov 12, 2024 - November Regular Board Meeting Category 2. Recognitions Type File Attachments Subject B. Introduction of Prospective Board Members Meeting Nov 12, 2024 - November Regular Board Meeting Category 2. Recognitions Type Information The following people are interested in serving on the Board for Zone 3: Callie Kellums Jamie Co [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Oct 28, 2024

October Special Board Meeting

Board to adopt district strategic plan values and priorities

The Jonesboro School Board will review and adopt a set of Core Values and Strategic Priorities developed by Ed Partners. The meeting is a special session held on October 28, 2024.

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4 Monday, October 28, 2024 October Special Board Meeting Jonesboro School District Board of Directors Special Meeting 12:00 p.m. 1. Meeting Opening Subject A. Call To Order Meeting Oct 28, 2024 - October Special Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Action (Consent), Procedural File Attachments Strategic Plan Findings.pdf (72 KB) Subject B. Roll Call Meeting Oct 28, 2024 - October Special Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments 2. Strategic Plan Discussion Subject A. Strategic Plan Discussion and adoption of Core Values and Strategic Priorities Meeting Oct 28, 2024 - October Special Board Meeting Category 2. Strategic Plan Discussion Type Discussion The Board will review and confirm the summary of the Core Values, Strategic Priorities, and Additional Operational Recommendations resulting from the work of Ed Partners and the Strategic Planning work they have done. File Attachments Core Values and Stategic Priorities.pdf (68 KB) 3. Action Item Subject A. Adopt the Core Values and Strategic Priorities Meeting Oct 28, 2024 - October Special Board Meeting Category 3. Action Item Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to adopt the Core Values and Strategic Priorities as presented The board will review the recommendation from Ed Partners and make any changes before adopting the Core Values and Strat [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Oct 8, 2024

October Regular Board Meeting

Jonesboro School Board to hear expulsion cases and vote on contracts

The Jonesboro School Board will hold expulsion hearings for two students, receive the annual Report to the Public, and vote on several consent items. These include a copier contract, denial of two legal transfers, a fresh fruit and vegetable purchase from Ben E Keith, and the 2025 school unemployment compensation agreement. The board will also elect officers and recognize board member Chris Harrell's service.

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4 Tuesday, October 8, 2024 October Regular Board Meeting Jonesboro School District Board of Directors Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m. 1. Meeting Opening Subject A. Call To Order Meeting Oct 8, 2024 - October Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject B. Roll Call Meeting Oct 8, 2024 - October Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject C. Approval of Minutes Meeting Oct 8, 2024 - October Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Action Recommended Action Motion to Approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting on September 10, 2024 and Special Meeting on September 20, 2024 as Presented. The board will review the minutes of the September 10, 2024 regular and September 20, 2024 special called board meetings. File Attachments 8- Minutes September 2024.pdf (227 KB) 9- Minutes September 2024 Special.pdf (91 KB) 2. Board Member Service Recognition Subject A. Recognizing Chris Harrell's service to the Board Meeting Oct 8, 2024 - October Regular Board Meeting Category 2. Board Member Service Recognition Type Recognition Dr. Wilbanks will recognize Mr. Chris Harrell for his service on the Board. File Attachments ChrisHarrell.pdf (255 KB) 3. Annual Report To The Public Subject A. Testing, Instructional Programs, Facilities, Board Training Hours [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Fri Sep 20, 2024

September Special Board Meeting

Board to approve 2024-2025 budget and financial portfolio changes

The Jonesboro School Board will vote to approve the 2023-2024 Annual Financial Report and the proposed 2024-2025 budget. The board will also consider a request to diversify the district's financial portfolio using money market accounts and certificates of deposit.

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4 Friday, September 20, 2024 September Special Board Meeting Jonesboro School District Board of Directors Special Meeting 11:00 a.m. 1. Meeting Opening Subject A. Call To Order Meeting Sep 20, 2024 - September Special Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Action (Consent), Procedural File Attachments Subject B. Roll Call Meeting Sep 20, 2024 - September Special Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments 2. Action Items Subject A. Approve the Annual Financial Report for 2023-2024 and proposed Budget for 2024-2025 Meeting Sep 20, 2024 - September Special Board Meeting Category 2. Action Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve the Annual Financial Report for 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 Budget as presented The Board will review the annual financial report for 2023-2024 and the proposed budget for 2024-2025 as presented. File Attachments 2024-2025 Budget Presentation.pdf (1,074 KB) Annual Financial Report.pdf (382 KB) 2024-2025 Federal and Categorical Programs Budgets 9-19-24.pdf (384 KB) Subject B. Approve the request to diversify the School District's Financial Portfolio Meeting Sep 20, 2024 - September Special Board Meeting Category 2. Action Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve the request to diversify the school district's financial portfolio with money ma [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Sep 10, 2024

September Regular Board Meeting

Board to consider personnel items and legal transfers

The Jonesboro School District Board will hold a regular meeting on September 10, 2024. Actions include approving minutes, denying two legal transfers (Shayvon Jowers and Jessie Matthews), and conducting an executive session on personnel matters. The board will also recognize Misty Doyle as the 2024 AACIA Administrator of the Year and review financial and attendance reports.

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4 Tuesday, September 10, 2024 September Regular Board Meeting Jonesboro School District Board of Directors Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m. 1. Meeting Opening Subject A. Call To Order Meeting Sep 10, 2024 - September Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Action (Consent), Procedural File Attachments Subject B. Roll Call Meeting Sep 10, 2024 - September Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject C. Approval of Minutes Meeting Sep 10, 2024 - September Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Action Recommended Action Motion To Accept the Minutes for the Regular Meeting on August 13, 2024 as Presented The board will review the regular August 13, 2024 board meeting.     File Attachments 8- Minutes August 2024.pdf (243 KB) 2. Recognitions Subject A. Misty Doyle, 2024 AACIA Administrator of the Year Meeting Sep 10, 2024 - September Regular Board Meeting Category 2. Recognitions Type Information The Board will recognize Mrs. Misty Doyle as the 2024 AACIA Administrator of the Year. File Attachments Misty Doyle.pdf (2,839 KB) 3. Reports Subject A. Financial Report Meeting Sep 10, 2024 - September Regular Board Meeting Category 3. Reports Type Information The Board will review the Financial Report for September. File Attachments Schoo [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Aug 13, 2024

August Regular Board Meeting

Board to vote on $496k fund transfer for school construction projects

The Jonesboro School Board will vote on a $496,451.88 transfer from the operating fund to the building fund for future construction, renovation, or maintenance. Other action items include approving a policy change on student possession and use of electronic devices, purchasing the Lexia Core 5 reading program, and denying a legal transfer for student Declan Neal. The board will also hear financial and discipline reports and discuss electronic device procedures.

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4 Tuesday, August 13, 2024 August Regular Board Meeting Jonesboro School District Board of Directors Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m. 1. Meeting Opening Subject A. Call To Order Meeting Aug 13, 2024 - August Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject B. Roll Call Meeting Aug 13, 2024 - August Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject C. Approval of Minutes Meeting Aug 13, 2024 - August Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Action Recommended Action Motion to Approve the Minutes From the Regular Board Meeting on July 9, 2024 as Presented. The board will review the minutes of the regular meeting July 9, 2024. . File Attachments 7- Minutes July 2024.pdf (217 KB) 2. Reports Subject A. Financial Report Meeting Aug 13, 2024 - August Regular Board Meeting Category 2. Reports Type Information, Report The Board will review the financial report for the months of June and July. File Attachments School Finance Report July.pdf (174 KB) Fund Summary Report July.pdf (239 KB) School Finance Report August.pdf (121 KB) Fund Summary Report August.pdf (224 KB) Subject B. Discipline Report Meeting Aug 13, 2024 - August Regular Board Meeting Category 2. Reports Type Information Mrs. Zipfel will update the board on JPS Di [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jul 9, 2024

July Regular Board Meeting

Jonesboro Board approves budget, policy changes, and school renovations

The Jonesboro School Board will approve the 2025-2026 proposed budget, personnel policy changes, and student handbook updates. The meeting also includes consent items for school improvement plans and a renovation at the Leadership Magnet School.

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4 Tuesday, July 9, 2024 July Regular Board Meeting Jonesboro School District Board of Directors Regular Meeting Administration Building 6:00 p.m. 1. Meeting Opening Subject A. Call To Order Meeting Jul 9, 2024 - July Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject B. Roll Call Meeting Jul 9, 2024 - July Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject C. Approval of Minutes for the June 11, 2024 Meeting Jul 9, 2024 - July Regular Board Meeting Category 1. Meeting Opening Type Action Recommended Action Motion to approve the Minutes for the June 11, 2024 The Board will review the minutes for the June 11, 2024 meeting. File Attachments 6- Minutes June 2024.pdf (231 KB) 2. Reports Subject A. Financial Report Meeting Jul 9, 2024 - July Regular Board Meeting Category 2. Reports Type There will be no financial report given due to the year end. File Attachments 3. Action Items Subject A. Approve District Strategic Planning Proposal Meeting Jul 9, 2024 - July Regular Board Meeting Category 3. Action Items Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve the District Strategic Planning proposal as presented The Board will review the District Strategic Planning proposal from Education Partners. File Attachments Updated Jonesbo [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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