Ascension Parish School Board public meetings in 2025

Regular Meeting Ascension Parish School Board - Dutchtown High School Gymnasium 6:30P.M.

The Ascension Parish School Board approved two Acts of Sale transferring property at Prairieville High School to Ascension Parish Government—one on Parker Road and one on Highway 929. The board also approved a paraprofessional tuition reimbursement proposal, financial reports for October 2025, and a consent agenda that included a roof replacement bid for St. Amant High School, construction management services for the school board office and Donaldsonville High School fieldhouse, and several policy updates.

• Approved Act of Sale with Ascension Parish Government for Prairieville High School property on Parker Road (Board Member John DeFrances abstained)
• Approved Act of Sale with Ascension Parish Government for Prairieville High School property on Highway 929 (Board Member John DeFrances abstained)
• Approved Paraprofessional Tuition Reimbursement proposal
• Approved sealed bid SB-10976 for St. Amant High School Roof Replacement Phase II
• Approved policies GAAA (Equal Opportunity Employment), JD (Discipline), JAA (Equal Education Opportunities), and IDDFC (Special Education Classrooms Audio/Video Recording)

The board approved two Acts of Sale involving the Ascension Parish Government at Prairieville High School. Additionally, members voted to uphold the expulsion of a student at Sorrento Primary School.

• Approved November 18, 2025 minutes (10-0)
• Approved Paraprofessional Tuition Reimbursement proposal (10-0)
• Approved Act of Sale at Prairieville High School on Parker Road (9-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Act of Sale at Prairieville High School on Highway 929 (9-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved St. Amant High School Roof Replacement Phase II sealed bid (10-0)
• Approved Construction Management at Risk Services for School Board Office Project (10-0)
• Approved Construction Management at Risk Services for Donaldsonville High School Fieldhouse (10-0)
• Approved Policies GAAA, JD, JAA, IDDFC, and IDDF (10-0)

Regular Meeting Ascension Parish School Board - Central Middle School - ITTC - 6:30P.M.

The Ascension Parish School Board will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of the monthly personnel report for October 2025, the monthly Head Start services report, military leave for an employee, and three sealed bids: two for VMware license renewal and band instruments parishwide. The board will also vote on several out-of-state field trips for the Dutchtown High basketball team, Early College Option SGA officers, and St. Amant High fishing team. A tuition reimbursement presentation is scheduled as an information item.

• Approval of sealed bid SB-10977 for VMware license renewal
• Approval of sealed bid SB-10978 for band instruments/accessories parishwide
• Out-of-state field trip for Dutchtown High basketball to McComb, Mississippi (Dec 22, 2025)
• Out-of-state field trip for Early College Option SGA to Washington, D.C. (Jan 27–Feb 1, 2026)
• Out-of-state field trips for St. Amant High fishing team to Florida and Texas (Jan–Mar 2026)

Policy Committee Meeting - Central Middle School - ITTC - 6:00P.M.

The Ascension Parish School Board’s Policy Committee reviewed and voted unanimously to place five updated policies on the consent agenda for the next board meeting. The policies cover equal opportunity employment, discipline, equal education opportunities, special education classroom recording, and education of children with exceptionalities.

• Policy GAAA, Equal Opportunity Employment
• Policy JD, Discipline
• Policy JAA, Equal Education Opportunities
• Policy IDDFC, Special Education Classrooms/Settings Audio/Video Recording
• Policy IDDF, Education of Children with Exceptionalities

Facilities and Operations Committee - Central Middle School ITTC - 5:30P.M.

The Ascension Parish School Board Facilities and Operations Committee took action on four items. They approved two RFQLs for Construction Management at Risk Services: one for the School Board Office Project and one for Donaldsonville High School Fieldhouse renovations. They also reviewed Acts of Sale with Ascension Parish Government for land at Prairieville High School on Parker Road and on Highway 929. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved RFQL-1005 Construction Management at Risk Services for the Ascension Parish School Board Office Project
• Approved RFQL-1006 Construction Management at Risk Services for the Donaldsonville High School Fieldhouse Renovations and Additions Project
• Reviewed Act of Sale with Ascension Parish Government at Prairieville High School on Parker Road
• Reviewed Act of Sale with Ascension Parish Government at Prairieville High School on Highway 929

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Donaldsonville High School Commons - 6:30P.M.

The board discussed and approved a one-time pay for the fall semester of the 2025-26 school year for Ascension Public School employees. Also approved were several out-of-state field trips for NJROTC and cheer teams. The board entered executive session to consider an appeal of expulsion for a student at East Ascension High School and voted to uphold the expulsion.

• Approval of one-time pay for fall 2025-26 semester for Ascension Public School employees
• Approval of out-of-state field trip for St. Amant High and East Ascension High NJROTC to Pelham, Alabama (Dec 5-7, 2025)
• Approval of out-of-state field trip for Dutchtown High and Prairieville High NJROTC to Picayune, Mississippi (Dec 13, 2025)
• Approval of out-of-state field trip for Prairieville High Cheer team to Orlando, Florida (Feb 4-9, 2026)
• Executive session and decision on appeal of expulsion of B.R., a student at East Ascension High School

The board approved a fall semester one-time pay increase for full-time and part-time staff. Additionally, the board voted to uphold the expulsion of a student at East Ascension High School.

• Approved October 21, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Approved $1,500 one-time pay for full-time staff and $750 for part-time staff (7-0)
• Approved St. Amant and East Ascension NJROTC field trip to Alabama (7-0)
• Approved Dutchtown and Prairieville NJROTC field trip to Alabama (7-0)
• Approved Dutchtown and Prairieville NJROTC field trip to Mississippi (7-0)
• Approved Prairieville High Cheer team field trip to Florida (7-0)
• Upheld expulsion of B.R., a student at East Ascension High School (7-0)

SCHOOL BOARD MEETING WORKSHOP - Organizational Vision - Planning and Goals: Instructional Services - Donaldsonville Highs School Commons 5:15P.M. - 6:30P.M.

This is a workshop meeting of the Ascension Parish School Board focused on organizational vision, planning, and goals for instructional services. The only agenda item is an overview of EC-12 Instructional Services presented by Mrs. Carli Francois. No decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Overview of EC-12 Instructional Services including primary, middle, and high schools, diverse learner services, child welfare and attendance, and TAP-TAA

The meeting consisted of an overview of EC-12 instructional services, including primary, middle, and high school services, diverse learner services, child welfare and attendance, and TAP-TAA. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during this session.

SCHOOL BOARD MEETING WORKSHOP - Organizational Vision - Planning and Goals: Operational Services - Central Middle School - 5:30P.M. - 6:30P.M.

This is a workshop meeting focused on the Ascension Parish School Board's organizational vision and planning goals for operational services. Superintendent Dr. Edith M. Walker and board members will hear an overview from Mr. Jeff Parent covering Child Nutrition, Maintenance, Planning Construction & Safety, Supply Chain, and Transportation. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is purely informational and discussion-oriented.

• Overview of Operational Services by Mr. Jeff Parent covering Child Nutrition Program, Maintenance, Planning Construction & Safety, Supply Chain, and Transportation

Regular Meeting Ascension Parish School Board - Central Middle School Cafetorium

The Ascension Parish School Board will vote on a cooperative endeavor agreement with the Gonzales Police Department regarding School Security Officers. Other action includes adopting a board management system and receiving the superintendent evaluation report. Consent agenda items include approval of monthly reports and out-of-state field trips for East Ascension High School wrestling teams.

• Approval of a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Gonzales Police Department for School Security Officers
• Adoption of a board management system software
• Superintendent Evaluation Report for 2024-2025
• Approval of out-of-state field trip for East Ascension High School Wrestling to Queen of the South Competition in Enterprise, Alabama (Dec 12-14)
• Approval of out-of-state field trip to Knockout Christmas Classic Tournament in Kissimmee, Florida (Dec 18-21)

SCHOOL BOARD MEETING WORKSHOP - Organizational Vision - Planning and Goals: Administrative Services - School Board Office - Donaldsonville - 5:30P.M.

This is a school board workshop meeting focused on organizational vision, planning, and goals for Administrative Services. The agenda includes only an overview of Business Services, Human Resources, Information Technology, and the Public Information Office, presented by Mr. Darby Lambert. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is procedural and informational.

• Overview of Administrative Services: Business Services, Human Resources, Information Technology, Public Information Office by Mr. Darby Lambert
• Attachments: 2025-26 Strategic Plan (25 MB) and Strategic Plan Presentation (6 MB)

The Ascension Parish School Board held a meeting workshop to discuss the organizational vision, planning, and goals for Administrative Services. The session included an overview of Business Services, Human Resources, Information Technology, and the Public Information Office.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded during this procedural overview.

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Donaldsonville - 6:30P.M.

The Ascension Parish School Board approved the Differentiated Compensation LDOE stipend and a one-time pay disbursement for the 2025-2026 school year. The board also approved the monthly personnel report, military leave for an employee, the 2025-2026 Pupil Progression Plan, and revisions to several job descriptions. The meeting was held at 1100 Webster Street in Donaldsonville.

• Approval of Differentiated Compensation LDOE stipend for 2025-2026
• Approval of 2025-2026 LDOE one-time pay disbursement
• Approval of 2025-2026 Pupil Progression Plan
• Approval of job description changes for Special Education Secretary, Coordinator of Student Services, Federal Programs Coordinator, Human Resources Generalist, and Human Resources Clerk
• Approval of monthly personnel report and military leave

The board approved the Differentiated Compensation LDOE stipend and the 2025-2026 LDOE one-time pay disbursement. Several job description updates and out-of-state field trips for high school activities were also approved. The board entered an executive session to evaluate Superintendent Edith Walker.

• Approved Differentiated Compensation LDOE stipend (10-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 LDOE one-time pay disbursement (10-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 Pupil Progression Plan (10-0)
• Approved August 2025 Monthly Personnel Report (10-0)
• Approved job description updates for Special Education Secretary, Coordinator of Student Services, Federal Programs Coordinator, HR Generalist, HR Clerk, and HR Specialist (10-0)
• Approved out-of-state field trips for NJROTC, Cross Country, Angler Fishing, and Band (10-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session for Superintendent evaluation (9-0)
• Approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (10-0)

Facilities and Operations Committee - Donaldsonville - 5:00P.M.

The Facilities and Operations Committee voted on three items: discussions of the Causey Road Property and the REV Parcel Property, and a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Gonzales Police Department regarding school security officers. All motions carried with Jared Bercegeay abstaining.

• Discussion of Causey Road Property
• Discussion of REV Parcel Property
• Review and approval of Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Gonzales Police Department for School Security Officers
• Motion carried 5-0-1 on all items

The Facilities and Operations Committee approved moving forward with negotiations for the Causey Road property and the REV Parcel property. The committee also approved the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Gonzales Police Department and School Security Officers, placing it on the consent agenda for the next meeting. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved proceeding with negotiations of the Causey Road property (motion carried)
• Approved proceeding with negotiations of the REV Parcel property (motion carried)
• Approved the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Gonzales Police Department and School Security Officers, to be placed on consent agenda (motion carried)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)

Athletics Committee Meeting - Central Middle School - 6:00P.M.

The Athletics Committee will hear a discussion on middle school baseball and softball programs from Dr. Matthew Monceaux and Mrs. Beth Templet. The meeting also includes board comments and a motion to adjourn that carried. No votes or decisions are scheduled on athletic programs.

• Discussion of Middle School Athletics: Baseball and Softball (information item)
• Motion carried for adjournment

The committee received information regarding middle school baseball and softball. Members decided to follow up on the topic in one month.

• Follow up on middle school baseball and softball discussion in one month

Regular Meeting Ascension Parish School Board - Central Middle School Cafetorium - 6:30P.M.

The School Board passed a resolution opposing a cell phone tower near Dutchtown Primary and Middle Schools and approved a waiver for Mauser USA and Talon Industrial LLC from job creation requirements under a prior ITEP exemption. The board also approved a consent agenda covering insurance renewals and an early childhood education agreement with the parish.

• Resolution opposing AT&T cell tower near Dutchtown Primary and Middle Schools
• Approval of resolution waiving job-creation penalty for Mauser USA and Talon Industrial under ITEP
• Renewal of flood policy adding excess coverage and contingent December flood policy
• Renewal of drone, casualty/liability, cyber, and group health insurance policies
• Approval of cooperative endeavor agreement with Ascension Parish Government for early childhood education

The Ascension Parish School Board approved a resolution opposing a potential cell phone tower near Dutchtown schools. The board also voted not to penalize Mauser USA, LLC and Talon Industrial LLC for missing job creation commitments under their ITEP contract.

• Approved September 2, 2025 minutes
• Tabled recognition of Ascension Retired Teachers Association grant recipients
• Approved resolution opposing cell phone tower near Dutchtown schools (7-1)
• Approved waiver of job creation penalties for Mauser USA, LLC and Talon Industrial LLC (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved various insurance renewals and health plan costs via consent agenda
• Approved several out-of-state field trips via consent agenda
• Entered executive session for Superintendent Edith Walker's annual evaluation

Personnel Committee Meeting - Central Middle School Cafetorium - 5:30P.M.

The Personnel Committee reviewed and approved a new job description for Special Education Secretary and changes to five other positions: Coordinator of Student Services, Federal Programs Coordinator, Human Resources Generalist, Human Resources Clerk, and Human Resources Specialist. All motions passed unanimously with four votes in favor.

• Approved new job description for Special Education Secretary (Job Code 656)
• Approved changes to Coordinator of Student Services (Job Code 176)
• Approved changes to Federal Programs Coordinator (Job Code 226)
• Approved changes to Human Resources Generalist (Job Code 147)
• Approved changes to Human Resources Clerk (Job Code 670) and Human Resources Specialist (Job Code 149)

The Ascension Parish School Board Personnel Committee approved updates to several staff job descriptions. These items were approved for placement on the upcoming consent agenda.

• Approved Special Education Secretary job description (4-0)
• Approved Coordinator of Student Services job description changes (4-0)
• Approved Federal Programs Coordinator job description changes (4-0)
• Approved Human Resources Generalist job description changes (4-0)
• Approved Human Resources Clerk job description changes (4-0)
• Approved Human Resources Specialist job description changes (4-0)

Policy Committee Meeting - Central Middle - Cafetorium 5:00P.M.

The Policy Committee reviewed the draft 2025-2026 Pupil Progression Plan and voted 3-0 (with one abstention) to place it on the consent agenda for the next full board meeting. The meeting also included board comments and adjournment.

• Approved motion to place 2025-2026 Pupil Progression Plan on consent agenda
• Motion by Louis Lambert, second by John DeFrances, carried 3-0 (Jared Bercegeay abstained)
• Meeting held at Central Middle School Cafetorium, 14101 Roddy Road, Gonzales, LA

The Policy Committee reviewed the draft 2025-2026 Pupil Progression Plan presented by Dr. Latatia Johnson. The committee voted to place the plan on the consent agenda for the next board meeting.

• Placed 2025-2026 Pupil Progression Plan on consent agenda (3-0, 1 abstention)

Insurance Committee Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Donaldsonville 5:30P.M. - 6:30P.M.

The Insurance Committee of the Ascension Parish School Board met and approved renewals of flood policies, casualty and liability coverage with LARMA, drone insurance, cyber insurance, group health plan fixed costs, and retiree Medicare Advantage coverage. All motions carried with one abstention from Jared Bercegeay.

• Renewal of flood policies for September 2025
• Renewal of casualty and liability coverage with LARMA effective 10/1/2025
• Renewal of drone insurance quote effective 10/7/2025
• Renewal of cyber insurance quote effective 10/1/2025
• Renewals of group health plan fixed costs and retiree Medicare Advantage coverage

The committee approved several insurance policy renewals including flood, casualty/liability, drone, cyber, and group health plans. The decisions included adding excess flood coverage and contingent approval for December 2025 flood policies based on premium value.

• Approved September 2025 Flood Policy renewal with excess coverage (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved December 2025 Flood Policy contingent on equal or less annual premium (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved LARMA Casualty and Liability Coverage effective 10/1/2025 (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Drone Insurance Quote effective 10/7/2025 (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Cyber Insurance Quote effective 10/1/2025 (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Group Health Plan Fixed Cost Renewal (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Group Retiree Medicare Advantage Renewal effective 1/1/2025 (5-0, 1 abstain)

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Donaldsonville - 6:30P.M.

The Ascension Parish School Board met to approve the sale of surplus property via public auction and a sealed bid for fencing and site improvements at EAHS. The board also received financial reports and an information presentation regarding industrial tax exemptions for Mauser USA, LLC and Talon Industrial LLC.

• Approval of public auction for surplus property
• Approval of Sealed Bid SB-10973-EAHS for new fencing and site improvements
• Informative presentation on ITEP contracts for Mauser USA, LLC and Talon Industrial LLC
• Resolution in support of Constitution Day and Constitution Week
• Review of July 2025 financial reports

The Ascension Parish School Board approved a resolution to declare property surplus and authorize a public auction. The board also approved consent agenda items including new fencing and site improvements, and a resolution supporting Constitution Day.

• Approved August 19, 2025 minutes (10-0)
• Approved resolution to declare property surplus and approve public auction (10-0)
• Approved sealed bid SB-10973-EAHS for new fencing and site improvements (10-0)
• Approved resolution in support of Constitution Day and Constitution Week (10-0)

Regular Meeting Ascension Parish School Board - Central Middle School Cafetorium

The Ascension Parish School Board approved a millage rate amendment for 2025, adopted changes to policy JGCD on medication administration, and approved eight consent agenda items including policies on bullying, student absences, and behavioral health support. The board also recognized two teachers as Louisiana Teachers of the Year.

• Approved the 2025 millage rate amendment (motion carried).
• Approved changes to policy JGCD Administration of Medication.
• Approved consent agenda items: policies on behavioral health support (JGCF), bullying and hazing (JCDAF), and student absences (JBD).
• Approved policy IFCB on field trips and excursions.
• Recognized Tante Poche' as 2026 Louisiana Middle School Teacher of the Year and Olivia Francois as 2026 Louisiana New Teacher of the Year.

The board approved the 2025 millage rate amendment for various school funds and bonds. Several district policies regarding student health, behavior, and instructional materials were also approved. The board recognized two state-level teacher award winners.

• Approved 2025 millage rate amendment (9-0)
• Approved changes to policy JGCD Administration of Medication (9-0)
• Approved Policy ABCDA, Unexpired Term Fulfillment (9-0)
• Approved Policy BBC, School Board Committees (9-0)
• Approved Policy IFCB, Field Trips and Excursions (9-0)
• Approved Policy JGCF, Behavioral Health Support for Students (9-0)
• Approved Policy IFA, Instructional Materials (9-0)
• Approved Policy IFBGA, Acceptable Use Policy for Technology, Internet, and Network Use (9-0)

Budget Committee Meeting - Central Middle Cafetorium - 6:00P.M.

The Budget Committee is meeting to receive the final audit report for the 2023-2024 school year, presented by Mrs. Dawn Dunn. No other substantive business is listed beyond board comments and adjournment.

• Receive final report on 2023-2024 school audits (information item)

The Budget Committee received a final report on the 2023-2024 school audits presented by Mrs. Dawn Dunn. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Received final report on 2023-2024 school audits
• Approved motion to adjourn (5-0, 1 abstention)

Policy Committee Meeting - School Board Office - 6:00 pm

The Ascension Parish School Board Policy Committee reviewed and voted to place ten policy revisions on the consent agenda for the next board meeting. Policies cover topics including unexpired term fulfillment, school board committees, field trips and excursions, instructional materials, behavioral health support, acceptable technology use, student absences and excuses, bullying and hazing, expulsion, and child abuse. All motions passed with three yeas and one abstention by committee member Jared Bercegeay.

• Policy ABCDA on unexpired term fulfillment
• Policy IFCB on field trips and excursions
• Policy JGCF on behavioral health support for students
• Policy JCDAF on bullying and hazing
• Policy JGCE on child abuse

The Policy Committee reviewed and approved 10 policy changes to be placed on the consent agenda for the next board meeting. These updates cover student health, behavioral standards, instructional materials, and administrative procedures.

• Approved Policy ABCDA (Unexpired Term Fulfillment) for consent agenda (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Policy BBC (renaming Facilities Management to Operations committee) for consent agenda (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Policy IFCB (increasing middle school travel absence limit from two to four days) for consent agenda (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Policy IFA (parental access to instructional materials) for consent agenda (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Policy JGCF (mental health assessments for grades 3-12) for consent agenda (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Policy IFBGA (removing classroom instruction on internet/cell phone safety) for consent agenda (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Policy JBD (categorizing student absences and makeup work) for consent agenda (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Policy JCDAF (removing specific employee training hours for bullying and hazing) for consent agenda (3-0, 1 abstain)

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Donaldsonville - 6:30P.M.

The Ascension Parish School Board approved a consent agenda including a bid for milk products, a contractor for the Leblanc Special Education Center remodel, and a field trip for St. Amant High Dance team. The board also received financial reports and scheduled committee meetings.

• Approved sealed bid SB-10972 for milk and milk products for Child Nutrition Program.
• Approved RFQL-1004-CMAR for the Leblanc Special Education Center Remodel Project.
• Approved out-of-state field trip for St. Amant High Dance team to Orlando, Florida.
• Received financial reports for June 2025.
• Approved minutes of July 15, 2025.

The board approved a sealed bid for parish-wide milk products and a CMAR for the Leblanc Special Education Center remodel. Additionally, an out-of-state field trip for the St. Amant High Dance team was authorized.

• Approved July 15, 2025 minutes (9-0)
• Approved Sealed Bid SB-10972-Milk & Milk Products Parish Wide, Child Nutrition Program (9-0)
• Approved RFQL-1004-CMAR for the Leblanc Special Education Center Remodel Project (9-0)
• Approved St. Amant High Dance team field trip to Orlando, Florida, March 5-9, 2026 (9-0)

Facilities and Operations Committee - Central Middle School Cafetorium 5:45P.M.

The Facilities and Operations Committee is meeting to receive progress updates on various bond and maintenance projects. The committee is also reviewing construction management services for the LeBlanc Special Services Center remodel project.

• Review of RFQ-1004 Construction Management at Risk Services for the LeBlanc Special Services Center Remodel Project
• Progress update on remaining 2020 Bond Projects
• Progress update on 2024 Bond Projects
• Progress update on Fund 082 Projects
• Progress update on Maintenance Projects

The Facilities and Operations Committee approved the request for qualifications for construction management services for the LeBlanc Special Services Center Remodel Project. The committee also received progress updates on 2020 and 2024 bond projects, Fund 082 projects, and maintenance projects.

• Approved RFQ-1004 Construction Management at Risk Services for LeBlanc Special Services Center Remodel Project (4-0, 1 abstain)

Regular Meeting Ascension Parish School Board - Central Middle School Cafetorium 6:30P.M.

The Ascension Parish School Board approved a consent agenda that included RFP-5167 for technical services for the technology department, the monthly personnel report for June 2025, and two appeals of expulsion lengths for students at St. Amant High School and East Ascension High School. The board also discussed the 2024-2025 audit plan and held an executive session on safety and security.

• Approved RFP-5167 for technical services for the APSB Technology Department
• Approved Monthly Personnel Report for June 2025
• Approved appeal of expulsion length for K.S. at St. Amant High School
• Approved appeal of expulsion length for D.M. at East Ascension High School
• Held executive session for safety and security briefing

The board approved a request for proposals for technology services and the June 2025 personnel report. Members also approved two student expulsion appeals and held an executive session regarding district safety and security.

• Approved RFP-5167-Technical Services for Technology Department (10-0)
• Approved Monthly Personnel Report for June 2025 (10-0)
• Approved expulsion length appeal for student K. S. at St. Amant High School (10-0)
• Approved expulsion length appeal for student D. M. at East Ascension High School (10-0)
• Approved minutes of July 1, 2025 (10-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session for Safety & Security Briefing (10-0)

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Donaldsonville - 6:30P.M.

The Ascension Parish School Board is holding a regular meeting covering opening ceremonies, approval of minutes, administrative introduction, financial reports, and a consent agenda. The consent agenda includes approval of a corrected sealed bid for badge printers and card readers and multiple job descriptions; all items have been approved by motion.

• Approval of corrected sealed bid SB-10971 for badge printers and card readers
• Approval of job descriptions for multiple accounting roles (Accountant, Capital Asset, General Ledger, Grants, Payroll)
• Approval of job descriptions for Custodian, Assistant Facility Foreman, and Facility Foreman
• Presentation of financial reports for May 31, 2025
• Approval of minutes from the June 17, 2025 regular meeting

The board approved a sealed bid for badge printers and card readers and updated job descriptions for various accounting, facility, and director roles. One job description for Assistant Superintendent was moved to inactive status. The board also approved an out-of-state field trip for the Dutchtown High Dance Team.

• Approved Sealed Bid SB-10971-Badge Printers and Card Readers (10-0)
• Approved job descriptions for Accountant, Capital Asset Accountant, General Ledger Accountant, Grants Accountant, and Payroll Accountant (10-0)
• Approved job descriptions for Custodian, Assistant Facility Foreman, and Facility Foreman (10-0)
• Moved Assistant Superintendent job description (Job Code 105) to Inactive Status (10-0)
• Approved job descriptions for Director of Human Resources, Director of Business Services, and Director of IS/Technology (10-0)
• Approved Dutchtown High Dance Team trip to Orlando, Florida, Feb 4-9, 2026 (10-0)
• Approved minutes of June 17, 2025 (10-0)

Technology Committee - Schoool Board Office - Donaldsonville - 6:00P.M.

The Technology Committee considered RFP 5167 for technical services for the APSB Technology Department. A motion to accept the selection committee's recommendation of VeraPro carried with three votes in favor and one abstention. The meeting also included additional board comments and adjournment.

• RFP 5167 – Technical Services for APSB Technology Department; recommendation to hire VeraPro

The Technology Committee reviewed RFP - 5167 for technical services for the APSB Technology Department. The committee voted to accept the selection committee's recommendation of VeraPro.

• Accepted VeraPro for RFP - 5167 Technical Services (3-0, 1 abstain)

Regular Meeting Ascension Parish School Board - Central Middle School Cafetorium - 6:30P.M.

The Ascension Parish School Board will hold a public hearing and vote on adopting the 2024-2025 amended and 2025-2026 budgets, the 2025-2026 salary schedule, and appoint an interim board member for District 2. Consent agenda items include personnel and Head Start reports, health and dental insurance renewals, and a bid for badge printers and card readers.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2024-2025 amended and 2025-2026 budgets
• Adoption of 2025-2026 salary schedule
• Appointment of interim board member for District 2 vacancy
• Renewal of health insurance and dental insurance
• Sealed bid SB-10971 for badge printers and card readers

The board adopted the amended 2024-2025 and proposed 2025-2026 budgets, including a new salary schedule with employee pay increases. Additionally, Brent Gautreau was appointed as the interim school board member for District 2. The board also approved the May 2025 personnel and Head Start reports.

• Approved 2024-2025 amended and 2025-2026 proposed budgets (10-0)
• Adopted 2025-2026 Salary Schedule including $1,500/$1,250 employee increases (10-0)
• Appointed Brent Gautreau as interim School Board member for District 2 (8-2)
• Adopted Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire for July 1, 2024-June 30, 2025 (10-0)
• Approved May 2025 Personnel Report (10-0)
• Approved May 2025 Head Start Services Report (10-0)
• Approved renewal of Health Insurance (10-0)
• Approved minutes of June 3, 2025 (10-0)

Personnel Committee Meeting - Central Middle School Cafetorium - 6:00P.M.

The Ascension Parish School Board Personnel Committee met and voted on changes to job descriptions for 12 positions, ranging from accountant roles to custodial and director-level jobs. All motions carried unanimously with one abstention per item. The revised descriptions likely affect hiring, duties, or qualifications for these roles.

• Job description changes for Accountant (Job Code 144/146)
• Job description changes for Custodian (Job Code 702)
• Job description changes for Assistant Superintendent (Job Code 105)
• Job description changes for Director of Human Resources (Job Code 118)
• Job description changes for Director of Business Services (Job Code 140)

The committee approved changes to various job descriptions, including updated educational requirements for accounting roles and new supervisory structures for directors. One position was moved to inactive status.

• Approved job description changes for Accountant (Job 144/146) (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved job description changes for Capital Asset Accountant (Job 483) (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved job description changes for General Ledger Accountant (Job 482) (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved job description changes for Grants Accountant (Job 481) (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved job description changes for Payroll Accountant (Job 145) (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved job description changes for Custodian, Assistant Facility Foreman, and Facility Foreman (Jobs 702, 705, 704) (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved moving Assistant Superintendent (Job 105) to inactive status (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved supervisory changes for Directors of Human Resources, Business Services, and IS/Technology (Jobs 118, 140, 132) (5-0, 1 abstain)

Insurance Committee Meeting - Donaldsonville - 5:45P.M.

The Ascension Parish School Board Insurance Committee met to review and vote on renewals for health and dental insurance. Both renewals were approved by a vote of 5-0-1 (one abstention). The meeting also included board comments and adjournment.

• Approval of health insurance renewal (motion carried 5-0-1)
• Approval of dental insurance renewal (motion carried 5-0-1)

The Insurance Committee approved the renewal of health and dental insurance coverage. Both items will be placed on the consent agenda for a future meeting.

• Approved renewal of Health Insurance (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved renewal of Dental Insurance (5-0, 1 abstention)

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Donaldsonville

The Ascension Parish School Board declared a vacancy in School Board District 2 and approved a call for a special election to fill the seat. The board also approved financial reports for April 2025, a servitude agreement with Ascension Parish Government at Prairieville High School on Highway 929, and a consent agenda covering insurance renewals, a bread products bid, and out-of-state field trips for St. Amant High cheerleaders and NJROTC.

• Declaration of vacancy and special election for School Board District 2
• Servitude agreement with Ascension Parish Government at Prairieville High School on Highway 929
• Approval of worker's compensation insurance through Bret Hughes, Latrisa Bennett, Summit Worker's Compensation
• Approval of renewal of student accident insurance
• Approval of sealed bid SB-10970 for bread products parish wide for Child Nutrition Department

The board declared a vacancy in District 2 following the resignation of David Scott Duplechein and scheduled a special election. The board also approved several consent agenda items and upheld a student expulsion.

• Called special primary election for District 2 on Oct 11, 2025 (9-0)
• Called special general election for District 2 on Nov 15, 2025 (9-0)
• Approved RFQ-9904-Official Journal (9-0)
• Approved servitude agreement with Ascension Parish Government at Prairieville High School (9-0)
• Approved Worker's Compensation Insurance (9-0)
• Approved renewal of Student Accident Insurance (9-0)
• Approved SB-10970 for parish-wide bread products (9-0)
• Upheld expulsion of student C.D. at Prairieville High School (9-0)

Regular Meeting Ascension Parish School Board - Central Middle School - Cafetorium

The Ascension Parish School Board will review the proposed 2025-2026 budgets and consider approving construction management contracts for Dutchtown High School renovations and Gonzales Middle School upgrades, along with acquisition of property for Lake Elementary. The meeting includes a consent agenda covering bids, personnel reports, and other routine items.

• RFQL-1002: Construction management at risk services for Dutchtown High School renovations and additions
• RFQL-1003: Construction management at risk services for Gonzales Middle School renovations and upgrades
• RFQ-9898: Professional services for 2024 bond funded projects and facilities maintenance Phase II
• Approval of acquisition and purchase of Bourque Property for Lake Elementary 2024 bond project
• Review of 2024-2025 amended budgets and proposed 2025-2026 budgets (informational)

The board approved several construction management contracts for Dutchtown High and Gonzales Middle schools, along with the purchase of the Bourque Property for Lake Elementary. Additionally, the board awarded a districtwide copier lease contract to NovaTech and accepted the resignation of board member Scott Duplechein.

• Approved construction management for Dutchtown High School renovations (Unanimous)
• Approved construction management for Gonzales Middle School renovations (Unanimous)
• Approved professional services for 2024 Bond and facilities projects (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Bourque Property for Lake Elementary 2024 Bond Project (Unanimous)
• Approved child nutrition sealed bids for dry goods, frozen foods, and processing supplies (10-1 abstention)
• Approved out-of-state trips for Donaldsonville High Cheer and Prairieville High Volleyball (Unanimous)
• Awarded districtwide copier lease contract to NovaTech (9-1-1)
• Accepted resignation of District 2 board member Scott Duplechein

Insurance Committee Meeting - Central Middle School - 5:30P.M.

The Insurance Committee voted to recommend placing workers' compensation and student accident insurance renewals on the consent agenda for the next Ascension Parish School Board meeting. Both motions carried unanimously with one abstention. The meeting also included additional board comments and adjournment.

• Approval of workers' compensation insurance for the 25-26 policy year to be placed on consent agenda
• Approval of student accident insurance renewal for the 25-26 policy year to be placed on consent agenda
• Both motions carried with 5 yeas and 1 abstention (Jared Bercegeay)

The Insurance Committee reviewed and approved placing two insurance items on the consent agenda for the next board meeting. These items include Worker's Compensation Insurance and the renewal of Student Accident Insurance.

• Approved placing Worker's Compensation Insurance on consent agenda (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved placing Student Accident Insurance renewal on consent agenda (5-0, 1 abstain)

Budget Committee Meeting - Central Middle School - 6:00P.M.

The Budget Committee of the Ascension Parish School Board will review the proposed 2025-2026 salary schedule and consider amending the current 2024-2025 salary schedule. The committee will also review the amended 2024-2025 budgets and the proposed 2025-2026 General Fund and Special Revenue Fund budgets. No final decisions are made at this meeting; items are presented for information.

• Review of proposed 2025-2026 salary schedule and amendment to 2024-2025 salary schedule (attached as PDF)
• Review of amended 2024-2025 and proposed 2025-2026 General Fund and Special Revenue Fund budgets (attached as budget book PDF)
• Public comment period not listed on agenda
• Meeting held at Central Middle School, 14101 Roddy Road, Gonzales

The committee received information regarding the proposed 2025-2026 salary schedule and amendments to the 2024-2025 salary schedule. Members also reviewed the amended 2024-2025 and proposed 2025-2026 General Fund and Special Revenue budgets. No substantive votes were taken on these items.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0, 1 abstain)

Facilities and Operations Committee - Donaldsonville - 5:00P.M.

The Facilities and Operations Committee approved several capital projects, including construction management services for Dutchtown High School renovations and Gonzales Middle School upgrades. It also approved a servitude agreement for Prairieville High School, authorized the purchase of Bourque Property for Lake Elementary, and selected a vendor for a district-wide copier lease.

• Approved Construction Management at Risk Services for Dutchtown High School Renovations and Additions Project (RFQL-1002)
• Approved Construction Management at Risk Services for Gonzales Middle School Renovations and Upgrades Project (RFQL-1003)
• Approved Professional Services for 2024 Bond Funded Projects and Facilities Maintenance, Phase II (RFQ-9898)
• Approved servitude agreement with Ascension Parish Government at Prairieville High School on Highway 929
• Approved acquisition of Bourque Property for Lake Elementary 2024 Bond Project

The Facilities and Operations Committee approved construction management services for Dutchtown High School and Gonzales Middle School. The committee also approved a property purchase for Lake Elementary and a district-wide copier lease with Superior Office Products.

• Approved RFQL-1002 Construction Management for Dutchtown High School Renovations and Additions (5-0)
• Approved RFQL-1003 Construction Management for Gonzales Middle School Renovations and Upgrades (5-0)
• Approved RFQ-9898 Professional Services for 2024 Bond Funded and Facilities Maintenance Projects, Phase II (5-0)
• Approved Servitude Agreement with Ascension Parish Government at Prairieville High School on Highway 929 (5-0)
• Approved acquisition and purchase of Bourque Property for Lake Elementary 2024 Bond Project (5-0)
• Denied motion to accept Novatech for District Wide Copier Lease and Services (No second)
• Approved Superior Office Products for District Wide Copier Lease and Services (3-2)

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Donaldsonville - 6:30P.M.

The board voted on an expulsion appeal for a Galvez Middle School student after an executive session. It also approved consent agenda items including a sealed bid for ITTC Renovations and an out-of-state volleyball team field trip to Auburn University. Financial reports for March 2025 were presented as information. Several committee meetings were scheduled for May and June.

• Decision on appeal of expulsion of J.T., a student at Galvez Middle School
• Approval of sealed bid SB-10969 for ITTC Renovations
• Approval of out-of-state field trip for St. Amant High Volleyball team to Auburn University, Alabama, July 18-20, 2025
• Financial Reports for March 2025 presented by Mrs. Deshonna Jackson
• Scheduled committee meetings: Facilities & Operations (May 6), Maintenance (May 6), Budget (May 20 & June 17), Insurance (June 3)

The board upheld the expulsion of a student from Galvez Middle School following an executive session. Additionally, the board approved a sealed bid for ITTC renovations and a volleyball trip to Alabama.

• Upheld expulsion of J.T., a student at Galvez Middle School (9-0)
• Approved Sealed Bid SB-10969-ITTC Renovations (9-0)
• Approved St. Amant High Volleyball Team trip to Auburn University Volleyball Camp in Alabama (9-0)
• Approved minutes of April 15, 2025 (9-0)

Maintenance Committee Meeting - Donaldsonville - 5:45P.M.

The Maintenance Committee will review the 2024-2025 maintenance budget vs. projected actuals and discuss the proposed 2025-2026 maintenance budget. No votes are scheduled on these items; they are for discussion and information only.

• Review 2024-2025 Maintenance Budget vs. Projected Actual (Discussion)
• Review 2025-2026 Proposed Maintenance Budget (Discussion)

The committee reviewed the 2024-2025 Maintenance Budget versus projected actuals and the proposed 2025-2026 Maintenance Budget. No formal votes were taken on the budget items; the only action was the adjournment of the meeting.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Regular Meeting Ascension Parish School Board - Bluff Middle School - 6:30P.M.

The board met to review financial reports and approve several consent items, including license renewals and a cooperative agreement. The meeting included an executive session to hear an appeal regarding a student expulsion.

• Affirmed the expulsion of student C.C. from Prairieville Middle School
• Approved sealed bid SB-10965 for Content Keepers License Renewal
• Renewed Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with LSU Agriculture Center for 2025-2026
• Approved out-of-state field trip for Dutchtown High School Prostart students to Baltimore, Maryland
• Approved March 2025 Monthly Personnel and Head Start Services reports

The board affirmed the expulsion of student C.C. following an executive session. Other actions included approving a software license renewal, personnel and Head Start reports, and a student trip to Maryland.

• Affirmed and upheld expulsion of student C.C. at Prairieville Middle School (10-0)
• Approved Sealed Bid SB-10965-Content Keepers License Renewal (10-0)
• Approved March 2025 Monthly Head Start Services Report (10-0)
• Approved March 2025 Monthly Personnel Report (10-0)
• Approved Dutchtown High School Prostart students' trip to Baltimore, Maryland, May 1-5, 2025 (10-0)
• Renewed Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with LSU Agriculture Center 2025-2026 (10-0)
• Approved April 1, 2025 meeting minutes (10-0)

Child Nutrition Committee - School Board Office - Donaldsonville 5:45P.M.

The committee will receive a presentation and review of the proposed Child Nutrition Program budget for the 2025-2026 school year. No other substantive items are listed; the agenda also includes board comments and adjournment.

• Review of the 2025-2026 Child Nutrition Program Budget (information item)

The committee reviewed the 2025-2026 Child Nutrition Program Budget presented by Dr. Leuna Johnson. No formal votes or policy decisions were made regarding the budget during this meeting.

• Adjourned meeting (3-0, 1 abstention)

Transportation Committee Meeting - Donaldsonville - 5:00P.M.

The committee will receive a transportation overview and review the actual vs. projected budget for 2024-2025, as well as the proposed budget for 2025-2026. These are information items, with no votes scheduled on the budget items themselves.

• Transportation overview presentation by Mr. Aubrey Yates
• Review of 2024-2025 actual vs. projected transportation budget
• Review of proposed 2025-2026 transportation budget
• Committee motion to adjourn carried unanimously

The committee received a transportation department overview and a review of the 2024-2025 actual versus projected budget. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during the meeting.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0, 1 abstention)

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Donaldsonville - 6:30P.M.

The Ascension Parish School Board adopted the 2025 millage rates and approved out-of-state field trips for Dutchtown High School teams. The consent agenda included trips for the track team to Mobile, Alabama; the varsity volleyball team to Tallahassee, Florida; and the cheerleading team to Orlando, Florida. Minutes from the March 18 meeting were also approved.

• Adopted 2025 millage rates
• Approved out-of-state field trip for Dutchtown High School Track Team to Mobile, Alabama – April 5, 2025
• Approved out-of-state field trip for Dutchtown High School Varsity Volleyball Team to Tallahassee, Florida – July 16-20, 2025
• Approved out-of-state field trip for Dutchtown High School Varsity and JV Cheerleaders to Orlando, Florida – February 4-9, 2026
• Approved minutes of March 18, 2025

The board approved the 2025 millage rates for various school funds and bonds. Additionally, three out-of-state field trips for Dutchtown High School teams were approved. The board also approved the minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting.

• Approved 2025 millage rates (9-0)
• Approved March 18, 2025 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved Dutchtown High School Track Team trip to Mobile, Alabama (9-0)
• Approved Dutchtown High School Varsity Volleyball Team trip to Tallahassee, Florida (9-0)
• Approved Dutchtown High School Varsity and JV cheerleaders trip to Orlando, Florida (9-0)

Regular Meeting Ascension Parish School Board - Prairieville High School Gym - 6:30P.M.

The Ascension Parish School Board is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including the Head Start 2025 grant application, a resolution to auction surplus technology, and various consent agenda items such as property insurance renewals and an electronic devices policy. The board also approved minutes from previous meetings and will recognize student achievements.

• Review and consider the Head Start 2025 Grant Application (federal funding)
• Resolution to declare surplus technology and approve an online auction for sale
• Approval of Property Insurance Policy Renewals for April 2025
• Approval of Electronic Telecommunication Devices Policy (FILE JCDAE)
• Approval of the 2025-2026 Student Rights & Responsibilities Handbook

The board approved the Head Start 2025 Grant Application and a resolution to sell surplus technology via online auction. Multiple consent agenda items were passed, including insurance renewals, a student handbook, and several out-of-state field trips.

• Approved Head Start 2025 Grant Application (8-0)
• Approved resolution to declare property surplus technology and hold online auction (8-0)
• Approved sealed bid SB-10964 for parish-wide computer device cases (7-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved extension of west-side supplemental pay for 2025-2026 school year (7-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved property and boiler/machinery insurance policy renewals for April 2025 (7-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Electronic Telecommunication Devices Policy and 2025-2026 Student Rights & Responsibilities Handbook (7-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved 10 different out-of-state field trips for various high school teams and clubs (7-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved February 2025 Head Start Services and Personnel reports (7-0, 1 abstain)

Insurance Committee Meeting - Central Middle School ITTC - 5:00P.M.

The Ascension Parish School Board Insurance Committee met on March 11, 2025, and voted to recommend approval of property insurance policy renewals and boiler/machinery policy renewals, both including terrorism coverage options, for placement on an upcoming consent agenda. Both motions carried with three yeas and one abstention.

• Review and approval of Property Insurance Policy Renewals and terrorism coverage options for April 2025
• Review and approval of Boiler and Machinery Policy Renewals and terrorism coverage options for April 2025
• Both items recommended for placement on an upcoming consent agenda

The committee approved property insurance renewals with a 5% deductible and boiler and machinery coverage for the 2025-2026 period. Both items were moved to the March 18, 2025, consent agenda for final action.

• Approved $100MM All Risk and $10MM Named Storm property insurance at a 5% deductible (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved $34,018 premium for Boiler and Machinery coverage (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Declined terrorism coverage for Boiler and Machinery policy

Policy Committee Meeting - Central Middle School - ITTC 5:30

The Policy Committee reviewed two items: an Electronic Telecommunication Devices Policy (FILE JCDAE) and the 2025-2026 Student Rights & Responsibilities Handbook. The committee voted to recommend placing both on the consent agenda for the next full board meeting. No other substantive business was discussed.

• Electronic Telecommunication Devices Policy (FILE JCDAE) recommended for consent agenda
• 2025-2026 Student Rights & Responsibilities Handbook recommended for consent agenda

The committee reviewed and approved moving two policy updates to the next board meeting's consent agenda. These updates concern electronic telecommunication devices and the 2025-2026 Student Rights & Responsibilities Handbook.

• Approved placing Electronic Telecommunication Devices Policy (FILE JCDAE) on consent agenda (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved placing 2025-2026 Student Rights & Responsibilities Handbook on consent agenda (3-0, 1 abstain)

Discipline Policy Review Committee

The Discipline Policy Review Committee is meeting to discuss the student handbook and discipline policy. This review determines the rules and responsibilities for students within the school system.

• Review and adoption of APSB Student Handbook Rights & Responsibilities & Discipline Policy

The committee met to review suggested changes to the APSB Student Handbook Rights & Responsibilities & Discipline Policy for board approval. Discussions included the handbook's organization, content changes to the discipline policy, and updates to technology, health and wellness, and electronic telecommunications sections.

Regular Meeting Ascension Parish School Board - Central Middle School - ITTC

The Ascension Parish School Board approved a consent agenda that included job descriptions for Coordinator of Safety & Security, Digital Media Coordinator, Occupational Therapist, Public Information Coordinator, and Physical Therapist. Also approved were monthly reports for Head Start Services and Personnel, and out-of-state field trips for NJROTC programs. A presentation by Junior Achievement was given for information.

• Approved job description for Coordinator of Safety & Security (Job Code 611)
• Approved job description for Digital Media Coordinator (Job Code 179)
• Approved job description for Occupational Therapist (Job Code 358)
• Approved out-of-state field trip for Dutchtown High School NJROTC to Stennis Space Center in Mississippi on March 18, 2025
• Approved out-of-state field trip for St. Amant and East Ascension High Schools NJROTC to Area 16 Drill Championships in Pensacola, Florida on March 7-8, 2025

The board affirmed the expulsion appeal of a student from St. Amant High School following an executive session. Additionally, the board approved several staff job descriptions, monthly reports, and two out-of-state NJROTC field trips.

• Affirmed expulsion of student J.C. at St. Amant High School (9-0)
• Approved job description for Coordinator of Safety & Security (9-0)
• Approved job description for Digital Media Coordinator (9-0)
• Approved job description for Occupational Therapist (9-0)
• Approved job description for Public Information Coordinator (9-0)
• Approved job description for Physical Therapist (9-0)
• Approved January 2025 Head Start Services and Personnel reports (9-0)
• Approved NJROTC field trips to Mississippi and Florida (9-0)

Budget Committee Meeting - Central Middle School - ITTC - 6:00P.M.

The Budget Committee received a report on 2023-2024 school audits and voted to extend the one-year-only west-side supplemental pay for the 2025-2026 school year. The motion to extend carried with four yeas and one abstention. No other action items were discussed.

• Received report on 2023-2024 school audits from Mrs. Dawn Dunn and Mrs. Deshonna Jackson
• Reviewed and approved extending west-side supplemental pay for 2025-2026 (motion carried 4-0-1)
• Motion by Taft Kleinpeter, second by John DeFrances; yeas: John DeFrances, Julie Blouin, Taft Kleinpeter, Marty Bourgeois; abstain: Jared Bercegeay

The committee voted to place the extension of the one-year-only west-side supplemental pay for the 2025-2026 school year on a future meeting's consent agenda. Members also received a report regarding the 2023-2024 school audits.

• Approved placing the 2025-2026 west-side supplemental pay extension on the consent agenda (4-0, 1 abstain)

Technology Committee - Central Middle School - ITTC - 5:15P.M.

The Technology Committee will receive a presentation and discuss the proposed IT budget for the 2025-2026 school year. The meeting also includes time for additional board comments and a motion to adjourn. No formal action on the budget is scheduled.

• Discussion of the 2025-2026 IT Budget Overview, with a supporting presentation

The committee received an overview of the 2025-2026 Technology Budget from Darby Lambert. No formal actions or votes were taken regarding the budget.

• Adjourned meeting (3-0, 1 abstention)

Personnel Committee Meeting- Donaldsonville - 6:15P.M.

The Ascension Parish School Board Personnel Committee reviewed and approved updates to job descriptions for Coordinator of Safety & Security, Digital Media Coordinator, Public Information Coordinator, Physical Therapist, and Occupational Therapist. All motions carried and the items are recommended to be placed on the consent agenda at a future board meeting.

• Approved updated job description for Coordinator of Safety & Security (Job Code 611)
• Approved updated job description for Digital Media Coordinator (Job Code 179)
• Approved updated job description for Public Information Coordinator (Job Code 175)
• Approved updated job description for Physical Therapist (Job Code 362)
• Approved updated job description for Occupational Therapist (Job Code 358)

The Personnel Committee reviewed and approved changes to five specific job descriptions. These items will be placed on a consent agenda at a future meeting.

• Approved job description for Coordinator of Safety & Security (Job Code 611) (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved job description for Digital Media Coordinator (Job Code 179) (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved job description for Public Information Coordinator (Job Code 175) (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved job description for Physical Therapist (Job Code 362) (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved job description for Occupational Therapist (Job Code 358) (3-0, 1 abstain)

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Donaldsonville - 6:30P.M.

The Ascension Parish School Board will consider approving consent agenda items including funding for facility improvement projects and an out-of-state field trip for a St. Amant High School student. The board will also receive the 2023-2024 audit report and December 2024 financial reports.

• Approval of funding for Facility Improvement Projects: ITTC, roof programming district-wide, Donaldsonville Fieldhouse renovations, and School Board Office
• Approval of out-of-state field trip for St. Amant High School student to ABC National Craft Competition/Convention in Las Vegas, NV (Feb 24-28, 2025)
• Receive report on 2023-2024 audit by Tiffani Dorsa, CPA
• Receive financial reports and investment report for December 2024
• Approval of minutes from January 28, 2025

The Ascension Parish School Board approved funding for several facility improvement projects and authorized an out-of-state field trip for a St. Amant High School student. The board also approved the minutes from the January 28, 2025 meeting.

• Approved funding for Facility Improvement Projects including ITTC, Roof Programing District-Wide, Donaldsonville Fieldhouse Renovations and Upgrades, and the School Board Office
• Approved out of state field trip to Las Vegas, Nevada (Feb 24-28, 2025) for St. Amant High School student attending ABC National Craft Competition/ABC National Convention
• Approved minutes of January 28, 2025

Strategic Planning Committee - Central Middle School - 5:30P.M.

The Strategic Planning Committee of the Ascension Parish School Board met at Central Middle School to review facility improvement projects. The committee heard a presentation from staff and voted to approve a motion related to the projects. The meeting also included board comments and adjournment.

• Review of Facility Improvement Projects presented by Jamie McKnight and Jeff Parent

The committee approved funding for several facility improvement projects and moved the item to the consent agenda. The projects include ITTC, district-wide roof programming, Donaldsonville Fieldhouse renovations and upgrades, and the School Board Office.

• Approved funding for Facility Improvement Projects (ITTC, Roof Programming District-Wide, Donaldsonville Fieldhouse Renovations and Upgrades, and School Board Office) (5-0, 1 abstain)

Regular Meeting Ascension Parish School Board - Central Middle School 6:30P.M.

The Ascension Parish School Board approved a resolution requesting the Louisiana Attorney General reconsider a 2017 opinion on property use. It also voted to name St. Amant High School's softball field in memory of Clark Lambert and certified board member training hours for 2024. The consent agenda included renewal of professional healthcare insurance and adoption of several policies.

• Resolution requesting LA Attorney General review opinion 17-0091 on property use
• Naming St. Amant High School softball field in honor of Clark Lambert
• Certification of board member training hours for 2024
• Renewal of professional healthcare insurance coverage
• Adoption of policies on notification, broadcasting/taping, superintendent employment, and records retention

The Ascension Parish School Board approved the 2025-2026 district and employee holiday calendars. The board also passed several policy updates and a resolution to name the St. Amant High School softball field after Clark Lambert.

• Approved request for Louisiana Attorney General to review Opinion 17-0091 (10-0)
• Approved naming St. Amant High School softball field for Clark Lambert (10-0)
• Certified 2024 school board member training and ethics hours (10-0)
• Approved renewal of professional healthcare insurance coverage (10-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 District School Calendar (10-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 12-Month Employees Holiday Calendar (10-0)
• Approved Policy GAMK regarding use of pronouns and given names (10-0)
• Approved RFP-5173 for student and staff computing devices (10-0)

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Donaldsonville High School - 6:30P.M.

The Ascension Parish School Board approved minutes, recognized employees and students, appointed a representative to the ITEP committee, and approved several out-of-state field trips. The board also entered executive session to discuss potential litigation regarding a written demand from the Freedom From Religion Foundation.

• Executive session to discuss potential litigation from Freedom From Religion Foundation
• Appointment of board representative to Ascension Parish's Local ITEP Committee
• Approval of out-of-state field trips for Dutchtown and East Ascension schools
• Recognition of employees earning doctoral degrees and 2024 Rising Educators
• Financial reports for November 2024 presented by Deshonna Jackson

The board appointed Superintendent Dr. Edith Walker as the representative to the Local ITEP Committee. Members also approved five out-of-state field trips for high school students and entered an executive session to discuss potential litigation.

• Appointed Superintendent Dr. Edith Walker to the Local ITEP Committee (9-0)
• Approved Dutchtown High Indoor percussion trip to Jackson, MS (9-0)
• Approved East Ascension High Wrestling trip to Alabaster, AL (9-0)
• Approved East Ascension High Band trip to Orlando, FL (9-0)
• Approved Dutchtown High Winterguard trip to Gulfport, MS (9-0)
• Approved Dutchtown High NJROTC trip to Picayune, MS (9-0)
• Approved minutes of December 3, 2024 (9-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session regarding Freedom From Religion Foundation litigation (9-0)

Insurance Committee Meeting - Donaldsonville High School - 5:45P.M.

The Insurance Committee of the Ascension Parish School Board met briefly to review and approve the renewal of professional healthcare insurance coverage. The motion was made by Julie Blouin, seconded by Jake Lambert, and carried unanimously. No other substantive business was discussed.

• Approval of renewal of Professional Healthcare Insurance Coverage (motion carried unanimously)

The committee reviewed and approved the renewal of professional healthcare insurance coverage. The item will be placed on the consent agenda for a future board meeting.

• Approved renewal of Professional Healthcare Insurance Coverage (3-0)

Policy Committee Meeting - January 7, 2025 - Donaldsonville High School - 6:00P.M.-6:30P.M.

The Policy Committee reviewed several items to be placed on the next board meeting's consent agenda. These items include the 2025-2026 district school calendar and employee holiday schedule. The committee also considered multiple policy updates regarding personnel, student services, and school board operations.

• Policy BCBB: Notification of School Board Meetings
• Policy BCBJ: Broadcasting and Taping of School Board Meetings
• Policy CED: Employment of Superintendent
• Policy DIE: Records Retention
• Policy GAK: Personnel Records

The Policy Committee approved placing 12 policy updates, the 2025-2026 District School Calendar, and the 12-Month Employees Holiday Calendar on the next board meeting's consent agenda. These updates include changes to meeting notifications, personnel records, and student health services.

• Approved placing Policy BCBB (meeting notifications) on consent agenda (4-1)
• Approved placing Policy BCBJ (live streaming meetings) on consent agenda (4-1)
• Approved placing Policy CED (superintendent evaluation) on consent agenda (4-1)
• Approved placing Policy DIE (record retention) on consent agenda (4-1)
• Approved placing Policy GAK (confidential employee contact info) on consent agenda (4-1)
• Approved placing Policy GAMK (pronouns and legal names) on consent agenda (4-1)
• Approved placing Policy GBA (teacher experience credit) on consent agenda (4-1)
• Approved placing Policy GBC (student services background checks) on consent agenda (4-1)