St. Tammany Parish School System public meetings in 2025
39 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board Meeting
The Board met to approve the FY 2025-2026 Federal, State, and Local Grant Budgets and elect board officers for the 2026 term. The body also voted on policy revisions and personnel appointments. Other actions included approving retirement resolutions for three employees.
- Approval of FY 2025-2026 Federal, State, and Local Grant Budgets
- Appointment of Superintendent Jabbia to the St. Tammany Parish Industrial Tax Exemption (ITEP) Committee
- Revisions to School Board Policy BBA regarding Officers of the School Board
- Appointment of six members to the Audit Committee for 2026-27 and 2027-28 fiscal years
- Creation of a new job description for Elementary (K-3) Instructional Paraprofessional I
The board approved all consent‑agenda items and accepted retirement resolutions for certificated and support‑staff employees. It continued the appointment of the current audit committee members for FY 26‑27 and 27‑28. The board then elected Amanda Martin as President, Dennis Cousin as Vice President, Kalinda Fauntleroy as Human Resources/Education Committee Chair, and Michelle Ruffino Gallaher as Finance/Administrative Committee Chair for the 2026 term.
- Approved all Consent Agenda items (motion carried; yeas: Greene, Hanson, Rutherford, Fauntleroy, Harrell, Martin, Moore, Peterson, Baker, McCollum, Lamy, Hirstius, Braud, Cousin, Ruffino Gallaher)
- Accepted retirement resolution for Terri L. Dundar (certificated personnel) (motion carried; yeas: Greene, Hanson, Rutherford, Fauntleroy, Harrell, Martin, Moore, Peterson, Baker, McCollum, Lamy, Hirstius, Braud, Cousin, Ruffino Gallaher)
- Accepted retirement resolutions for Marlene L. Noggerath and Anthony J. Renaud (support services) (motion carried; yeas: Greene, Hanson, Rutherford, Fauntleroy, Harrell, Martin, Moore, Peterson, Baker, McCollum, Lamy, Hirstius, Braud, Cousin, Ruffino Gallaher)
- Continued appointment of current Audit Committee members for FY 26‑27 and 27‑28 (motion carried; yeas: Greene, Hanson, Rutherford, Fauntleroy, Harrell, Martin, Moore, Peterson, Baker, McCollum, Lamy, Hirstius, Braud, Cousin, Ruffino Gallaher)
- Elected Amanda Martin as Board President (unanimous vote)
- Elected Dennis Cousin as Vice President (unanimous vote)
- Elected Kalinda Fauntleroy as Human Resources/Education Committee Chair (Fauntleroy: 12 yeas; Hirstius: 3 yeas)
- Elected Michelle Ruffino Gallaher as Finance/Administrative Committee Chair (Ruffino Gallaher: 8 yeas; Harrell: 7 yeas)
CAW (2) Human Resources & Education Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School Board CAW committee met to review human resources and education updates. The body decided to accept a new job description for the Elementary (K-3) Instructional Paraprofessional I as part of the Para to Teacher Program.
- Approval of new job description for Elementary (K-3) Instructional Paraprofessional I (Para to Teacher Program)
- Review of Monthly Transportation Report
- Review of Monthly Risk Management Report, including workers comp and bus accidents
- C&I Update regarding 2024-25 Accountability Results
The St. Tammany Parish School Board approved the minutes from the November 6, 2025 meeting. The board also accepted a new job description for an Elementary (K-3) Instructional Paraprofessional I.
- Approved November 6, 2025 meeting minutes (14-0)
- Accepted Elementary (K-3) Instructional Paraprofessional I job description (14-0)
CAW (1) Finance & Administrative Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School Board's Finance & Administrative Committee directed the superintendent to negotiate a bereavement leave MOU with the teachers union, approved FY 2025-2026 grant budgets, and revised Board Policy BBA on officers. They also appointed the superintendent to the ITEP committee and received monthly maintenance and construction reports.
- Directed superintendent to negotiate bereavement leave MOU with St. Tammany Federation of Teachers and School Employees (motion carried 10-4, with a note on a mistaken nay vote)
- Approved FY 2025-2026 Federal, State, and Local Grant Budgets
- Revised School Board Policy BBA – Officers of the School Board
- Appointed Superintendent to serve on St. Tammany Parish Industrial Tax Exemption (ITEP) Committee for 2026
- Monthly maintenance report with projects at multiple schools including Abita Middle, Covington High, Mandeville High, and others
The Board directed the Superintendent to negotiate a bereavement leave MOU with the St. Tammany Federation of Teachers and School Employees. Members also approved revisions to officer term limits, the 2025-2026 grant budgets, and the appointment of the Superintendent to the ITEP Committee.
- Directed Superintendent to negotiate bereavement leave MOU (10-4)
- Approved revisions to Board Policy BBA regarding officer terms (14-0)
- Approved November 6, 2025 meeting minutes (14-0)
- Recommended appointment of Superintendent to the ITEP Committee for 2026 (14-0)
- Accepted FY 2025-2026 Federal, State, and Local Grant Budgets (14-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School Board approved a consent agenda including a $1,715,000 HVAC repair/replacement contract for Brock Elementary School, a $348,000 welding booths project for Slidell and Northshore High Schools, final revised budgets for FY 2024-2025, policy revisions on cameras in special education classrooms and seclusion/restraint, and retirement resolutions for four employees.
- Accepted low bid of $1,715,000 from MCC Trison Group for HVAC Repair/Replacement at Brock Elementary School, Project No. 1902
- Accepted low bid of $348,000 from Wilco Construction for welding booths at Slidell and Northshore High Schools, Projects No. 1963 and 1966
- Approved revisions to Board Policy IDDFC - Cameras in Special Education Classrooms
- Approved revisions to Board Policy IDDF - Education of Students with Exceptionalities (Seclusion and Restraint)
- Accepted Final Revised Budgets for FY 2024-2025
The St. Tammany Parish School Board approved the final revised budget for FY 2024-2025, which finalizes district spending for the current school year. The board awarded construction bids for HVAC upgrades at Brock Elementary School ($1,715,000.00) and welding booths at Slidell and Northshore High Schools ($348,000.00), and confirmed completion of a classroom renovation at Covington High School. The board also updated policies on special education cameras and student restraint practices, and processed retirement resolutions for certificated and support staff.
- Approved final revised budget for FY 2024-2025 (11-0)
- Accepted $1,715,000.00 HVAC replacement bid at Brock Elementary School (11-0)
- Accepted $348,000.00 welding booth contract for Slidell and Northshore High Schools (11-0)
- Approved substantial completion of Covington High School classroom renovation (11-0)
- Updated board policies on special education cameras and student restraint practices (11-0)
- Processed retirement resolutions for certificated personnel (11-0)
- Processed retirement resolutions for employee support services staff (11-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
CAW (2) Human Resources & Education Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School Board CAW meeting focused on human resources updates and instructional policies. The board voted to approve revisions to policies regarding the education of students with exceptionalities and the use of cameras in special education classrooms.
- Approved revisions to Board Policy IDDF - Education of Students with Exceptionalities
- Approved revisions to Board Policy IDDFC - Cameras in Special Education Classrooms
- Review of textbook adoption timeline and Louisiana Educator Rubric
- Monthly Transportation and Risk Management reports, including bus accidents and workers comp summary
The board approved updates to Board Policy IDDF regarding the education of students with exceptionalities and Board Policy IDDFC regarding cameras in special education classrooms. The meeting also included human resources, transportation, and risk management reports.
- Approved October 9, 2025 minutes (11-0)
- Approved revisions to Board Policy IDDF (11-0)
- Approved revisions to Board Policy IDDFC (11-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
CAW (1) Finance & Administrative Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School Board's Finance & Administrative Committee approved minutes, recognized veterans, and awarded two construction contracts: $1,715,000 for HVAC repair/replacement at Brock Elementary and $348,000 for welding booths at Slidell and Northshore High Schools. The board also accepted final revised budgets for FY 2024-2025 and postponed a resolution to convert to SIMBLI until no later than February.
- Approved $1,715,000 low bid to MCC Trison Group for HVAC repair/replacement at Brock Elementary (Project No. 1902)
- Approved $348,000 low bid to Wilco Construction for welding booths at Slidell and Northshore High Schools (Projects 1963 & 1966)
- Accepted substantial completion of Covington High School's consumer science/prostart classroom renovation (Project P0347)
- Accepted final revised budgets for FY 2024-2025 for federal, state, local grants and special funds
- Postponed a resolution to convert to SIMBLI (a software program) to a future meeting no later than February
The St. Tammany Parish School System’s finance committee approved the final revised budgets for fiscal year 2024–2025 and awarded two construction contracts totaling over $2 million for school repairs. The committee also accepted substantial completion of a Covington High School classroom renovation and postponed a vote on switching to SIMBLI until February. These actions update district funding, fund HVAC and safety equipment upgrades at three schools, and delay an administrative system change.
- Approved FY 2024–2025 final revised budgets (unanimous)
- Accepted $1,715,000.00 HVAC contract for Brock Elementary School (unanimous)
- Accepted $348,000.00 welding booth contracts for Slidell and Northshore High Schools (unanimous)
- Approved substantial completion of Covington High School classroom renovation (unanimous)
- Postponed SIMBLI conversion resolution until February (7-3)
- Approved October 9 meeting minutes (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School Board recognized teachers and principals of the year, approved a resolution for School Bus Safety Week (Oct 20-24, 2025), and approved a consent agenda including revisions to the salary schedule with state-funded stipends of $2,000 for certificated staff and $1,000 for support staff, an MOU for differential compensation, and other routine items.
- Approved resolution declaring School Bus Safety & Appreciation Week, Oct 20-24, 2025
- Approved revised salary schedule including $2,000 certificated / $1,000 support staff state-funded stipends
- Approved MOU with federation for differential compensation pay for FY 2025-2026
- Approved Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire for FY 2024-2025 audit
- Revised job description for Coordinator of Child Welfare and Attendance
The board approved several items including school policy revisions, staff retirements, and the appointment of new general counsel. A resolution for bus safety appreciation was also accepted.
- Approved School Bus Safety Appreciation Week resolution (unanimous)
- Approved Consent Agenda items (unanimous)
- Approved revisions to School Board Policy CG – Administrative Records (unanimous)
- Accepted retirement resolutions for certificated personnel (unanimous)
- Accepted retirement resolutions for employee support services personnel (unanimous)
- Named Paul E. Harrison, LLC as General Counsel (unanimous)
- Approved entering and returning from executive session (unanimous)
- Accepted advice of counsel regarding legal matters (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
CAW (1) Finance & Administrative Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School Board finance and administrative committee will consider adopting a revised FY 2025-2026 salary schedule that includes state-funded stipends of $2,000 for certificated staff and $1,000 for support staff, as well as a differentiated compensation pay structure. Other action items include a revised job description for Coordinator of Child Welfare and Attendance, a memorandum of understanding with the federation for differential compensation pay, and revisions to School Board Policy CG on administrative records. The board will also receive updates on maintenance, construction, and monthly financial statements.
- Consideration of revised FY 2025-2026 salary schedule including $2,000/$1,000 state-funded stipends and differentiated compensation pay
- Consideration of revised job description for Coordinator of Child Welfare and Attendance
- Consideration of MOU with the Federation for Differential Compensation pay for FY 2025-2026
- Consideration of revisions to School Board Policy CG – Administrative Records
- Resolution to approve Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire for FY 2024-2025 audit
The St. Tammany Parish School Board approved several administrative and financial items including a revised job description and the FY 2025-2026 salary schedule. The board also recommended acceptance of an audit questionnaire and a compensation MOU.
- Approved district recognitions resolution (unanimous)
- Approved September 4, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved revised Coordinator of Child Welfare and Attendance job description (unanimous)
- Recommended acceptance of revisions to School Board Policy CG – Administrative Records (unanimous; 2 abstentions)
- Recommended acceptance of Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire for FY 2024-2025 audit (unanimous; 1 absent)
- Recommended acceptance of MOU with the Federation for Differential Compensation pay (unanimous)
- Recommended acceptance of Revised Salary Schedule for FY 2025-2026 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
CAW (2) Human Resources & Education Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive updates on human resources, transportation, and risk management. The session includes presentations on Trust-Based Relational Intervention and curriculum and instruction updates.
- Monthly Transportation Report
- Monthly Risk Management Report including bus accidents and workers comp summary
- Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) presentation
- Curriculum and Instruction update regarding Future Focus Family Nights
The CAW (2) Human Resources & Education meeting included updates on human resources, transportation, and risk management. The board also received updates regarding students with exceptionalities and a TBRI presentation. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved September 4, 2025 minutes (12-0)
Board Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School Board will consider adopting the Superintendent's proposed budgets for FY2025-2026, approve use of remaining 2019 bond referendum funds for school improvements, and commit BP oil spill settlement proceeds to school safety initiatives. The board also finalized revisions to policies on instructional materials, student technology use, bullying, expulsion, and behavioral health support. Several certificated and support staff retirements were accepted.
- Adopt Superintendent's Proposed Budgets for FY2025-2026 (General Fund, Special Funds)
- Approve use of remaining 2019 Bond Referendum Funds for various school improvement projects
- Commit BP Oil Spill Settlement Fund proceeds for school safety and security initiatives
- Accept Mandeville Jr. Gym Locker Room Renovations (Project No. P0367) as substantially complete
- Revisions to policies: Instructional Materials (IFA), Student Tech Use (IFBGA), Bullying (JCDAF), Expulsion (JDE, removed from consent agenda), Behavioral Health Support (JGCF), and new policy on mental health assessments
The board approved several policy revisions regarding child abuse, expulsion, and instructional materials. Additionally, the board accepted retirement resolutions for multiple certificated and support services personnel.
- Approved Consent Agenda items (14-0)
- Accepted retirement resolutions for certificated personnel (14-0)
- Accepted retirement resolutions for employee support services personnel (14-0)
- Recommended acceptance of Revisions to School Board Policy JGCE - Child Abuse (11-1, 2 abstentions)
- Approved Revisions to School Board Policy JDE - Expulsion with re-entry wording amendment (14-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
CAW (2) Human Resources & Education Meeting
This CAW (2) Human Resources & Education Meeting of the St. Tammany Parish School Board is largely procedural and informational. The committee will approve minutes from the previous meeting and receive updates on human resources, transportation, risk management, curriculum and instruction, and students with exceptionalities.
- Approval of minutes from the August 7, 2025 CAW meeting (motion carried previously)
- Monthly Transportation Report for September 2025
- Monthly Risk Management Report with incident, workers' comp, and bus accident data
- Curriculum & Instruction update from Dr. Langlois
- Students with Exceptionalities update from Mrs. Gardner
The CAW meeting included updates on human resources, transportation, and risk management. The minutes from the August 7, 2025, meeting were approved as presented.
- Approved August 7, 2025, meeting minutes (11-0)
Special Board Meeting (appeals)
The St. Tammany Parish School Board held a special meeting to conduct student expulsion appeal hearings and a student assignment hearing, which could be held in executive session. The board voted to uphold the superintendent's actions in two expulsion cases and one assignment case. Public comments were limited to three minutes.
- Expulsion appeal hearing for Student A — motion to uphold superintendent's action carried 7-1
- Expulsion appeal hearing for Student B — motion to uphold superintendent's action carried 7-1-1
- Student assignment hearing for Student C — motion to uphold superintendent's action carried 8-0-1
- Public comments limited to three minutes per speaker
- Meeting held at C.J. Schoen Administrative Complex, 321 North Theard Street, Covington
The St. Tammany Parish School Board held hearings regarding student expulsions and a student assignment. The Board voted to uphold the Superintendent's previous decisions for all three students discussed.
- Upheld Superintendent action regarding Student A (7-1)
- Upheld Superintendent action regarding Student B (7-1, 1 abstention)
- Upheld Superintendent action regarding Student C (7-0, 1 abstention)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
CAW (1) Finance & Administrative Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School Board's Finance & Administrative Committee will consider adopting the Superintendent's proposed budgets for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The board also will vote on multiple policy revisions covering instructional materials, student technology, bullying, expulsion, behavioral health, and child abuse. Other action items include approving substantial completion of Mandeville Jr. Gym locker room renovations, allocating remaining 2019 bond referendum funds for school improvements, and committing BP Oil Spill Settlement proceeds to safety initiatives.
- Adoption of FY2025-2026 budgets (General Fund and Special Funds)
- Use of remaining 2019 Bond Referendum funds for parish-wide school improvement projects
- Commitment of BP Oil Spill Settlement proceeds for school safety and security initiatives
- Acceptance of substantial completion of Mandeville Jr. Gym locker room renovations (Project No. P0367)
- New board policy on mental health assessments/screeners for students
The CAW committee approved several updates to school board policies regarding instructional materials, technology use, bullying, expulsion, and mental health. Additionally, the board approved Mandeville Jr. gym locker room renovations and the use of remaining 2019 bond funds for various school improvement projects.
- Approved August 7, 2025 minutes
- Accepted revisions to policy IFA - Instructional Materials
- Accepted revisions to policy IFBGA - Student Use of Instructional Technology
- Accepted revisions to policy JCDAF - Bullying
- Accepted revisions to policy JDE - Expulsion
- Accepted revisions to policy JGCF - Behavioral Health Support for Students
- Accepted new board policy JGCF? - Mental Health Assessments/Screeners for Students
- Accepted revisions to policy JGCE - Child Abuse (7-4)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Public Hearing (Budget)
The St. Tammany Parish School Board will hold a public hearing to present and accept comments on the proposed budgets for the General Fund and Special Funds for fiscal year 2025-2026. The meeting includes roll call, invocation, and public input on the budget proposals.
- Presentation of proposed General Fund budget for FY 2025-2026
- Presentation of proposed Special Funds budget for FY 2025-2026
- Public input opportunity on the proposed budgets
The board conducted a public hearing regarding the proposed budgets for fiscal year 2025-2026. Mr. Robert Broome presented questions to the staff concerning the budgets. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during this meeting.
Board Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School Board voted to adopt a resolution approving a bid for the purchase of General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2025, for District No. 12. The board also accepted a health and welfare plan contribution MOU with the St. Tammany Federation of Teachers, approved retirements for 14 employees, and accepted completion of construction projects at Folsom Elementary and St. Tammany Jr. High. An executive session was held to discuss pending litigation and a student claim.
- Adopted resolution accepting bid for General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2025 (no dollar amount listed)
- Accepted Health and Welfare Plan Contribution MOU between St. Tammany Federation of Teachers and school board
- Approved retirement resolutions for 6 certificated and 8 support personnel
- Heard discussion on copy machine contract non-compliance with R.J. Young, LLC; board to send notice of 30-day cure
- Held executive session to discuss federal lawsuit A.F. v. STPSB and a student claim
The Board approved the purchase of General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2025, and accepted a Health and Welfare Plan Contribution MOU. Members also approved retirement resolutions for several certificated and support services personnel. The board accepted the consent agenda, which included project completions at Folsom Elementary and St. Tammany Jr. High.
- Approved purchase of General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2025 (15-0)
- Approved Health and Welfare Plan Contribution MOU (14-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved retirement resolutions for 6 certificated personnel (15-0)
- Approved retirement resolutions for 8 support services personnel (15-0)
- Approved consent agenda including July 17 meeting minutes (14-0, 1 abstain)
- Accepted Folsom Elementary walk-in cooler/freezer as substantially complete (14-0, 1 abstain)
- Accepted St. Tammany Jr. High termite repairs as substantially complete (14-0, 1 abstain)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
CAW (1) Finance & Administrative Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School Board CAW Finance & Administrative Meeting voted to accept substantial completion of two construction projects: Folsom Elementary School's walk-in cooler/freezer (Project P0314) and St. Tammany Jr. High School's termite repairs at the gymnasium/locker room (Project P0514), both subject to architect recommendations and superintendent approval. The board also approved recommendations from the Screening and Evaluation Committee by a vote of 7-2-1. Financial updates, monthly financial statements, purchasing reports, and maintenance reports were presented for discussion.
- Substantial completion accepted for Folsom Elementary walk-in cooler/freezer (Project P0314)
- Substantial completion accepted for St. Tammany Jr. High termite repairs at gymnasium/locker room (Project P0514)
- Screening and Evaluation Committee recommendations approved (7 yea, 2 nay, 1 abstain)
- Monthly financial statement and purchasing report presented
- Monthly maintenance and custodial work order report discussed
The committee approved the substantial completion of projects at Folsom Elementary School and St. Tammany Jr. High School. The board also accepted recommendations from the Screening and Evaluation Committee.
- Approved substantial completion of Folsom Elementary School Walk-In Cooler/Freezer (Project No. P0314) (10-0-0)
- Approved substantial completion of St. Tammany Jr. High School Termite Repairs at Gymnasium/Locker Room (Project No. P0514) (10-0-0)
- Accepted recommendations of the Screening and Evaluation Committee (7-2-1)
- Approved minutes from July 10, 2025 meeting (10-0-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
CAW (2) Human Resources & Education Meeting
The CAW Human Resources & Education Committee will vote to approve minutes from the July 10 meeting. Members will receive updates from Human Resources, including monthly transportation and risk management reports. Instruction and Students with Exceptionalities updates will be presented. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.
- Approval of minutes from the July 10, 2025 CAW meeting
- Monthly Transportation Report for August 2025
- Monthly Risk Management Report with bus accidents and workers' comp summaries
- Curriculum & Instruction Update by Dr. Langlois
- Students with Exceptionalities Update by Mrs. Gardner
The committee approved the minutes from the July 10, 2025, meeting. No other substantive decisions were recorded; the session consisted of departmental updates and administrative announcements.
- Approved July 10, 2025 meeting minutes (10-0)
Board Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School Board approved the completion of projects at Salmen High School and Bonne Ecole Elementary. The board also adopted new job descriptions for educational interpreters and approved retirement resolutions for various staff members.
- Acceptance of Salmen High School female locker room and home side concessions as substantially complete (Project No. P0435)
- Acceptance of Bonne Ecole Elementary School paving repairs and asphalt mill and overlay as substantially complete (Project No. P0307)
- Adoption of new job descriptions for Educational Interpreters at Provisional, Qualified, and Highly Qualified levels
- Resolution adopting portions of Executive Order JML 24-114 for procurement of copyrighted materials and services
- Approval of retirement resolutions for 10 certificated personnel and 12 employee support services personnel
The Board approved a consent agenda including the completion of projects at Salmen High School and Bonne Ecole Elementary. Members also accepted new job descriptions for educational interpreters and approved retirement resolutions for certificated and support personnel.
- Approved minutes for regular and special meetings held June 12, 2025
- Adopted portions of Executive Order JML 24-114 for procurement of materials and services
- Approved three new job descriptions for Educational Interpreters (Provisional, Qualified, and Highly Qualified)
- Accepted Salmen High School female locker room and home side concessions as substantially complete
- Accepted Bonne Ecole Elementary School paving repairs as substantially complete
- Approved retirement resolutions for 10 certificated personnel
- Approved retirement resolutions for 11 employee support services personnel
CAW Human Resources & Education Meeting
The CAW Human Resources & Education Meeting focused on personnel updates and instructional reports. The board approved new job descriptions for provisional, qualified, and highly qualified educational interpreters. Members also reviewed resignation, exit interview, transportation, and risk management reports.
- Approval of new job description: Educational Interpreter: Provisional
- Approval of new job description: Educational Interpreter: Qualified
- Approval of new job description: Educational Interpreter: Highly Qualified
- Review of Final Resignation Report 24-25 and Final Exit Interview Report 24-25
- Review of Monthly Transportation and Risk Management reports
The CAW Human Resources & Education committee approved three new job descriptions for Educational Interpreters at the Provisional, Qualified, and Highly Qualified levels. The committee also approved the minutes from the June 5, 2025, meeting.
- Elected Amanda Martin as chairman pro tem
- Approved June 5, 2025 meeting minutes
- Approved new job description for Educational Interpreter: Provisional
- Approved new job description for Educational Interpreter: Qualified
- Approved new job description for Educational Interpreter: Highly Qualified
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
CAW Finance & Administrative Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School Board CAW Finance & Administrative meeting on July 10, 2025, approved several items. The board accepted substantial completion of two construction projects: Salmen High School female locker room and home side concessions (Project P0435) and Bonne Ecole Elementary School paving repairs (Project P0307). It also adopted a resolution adopting portions of Executive Order JML 24-114 for procurement of copyrighted materials and services. The board received administrative updates, monthly financial statements, and a purchasing report.
- Accepted substantial completion of Salmen High School female locker room & home side concessions (Project P0435)
- Accepted substantial completion of Bonne Ecole Elementary School paving repairs, asphalt mill and overlay (Project P0307)
- Adopted resolution to adopt portions of Executive Order JML 24-114 for procurement of copyrighted materials and services
- Received monthly financial statement for May 2025 (all funds)
- Received monthly purchasing report
The board accepted the substantial completion of projects at Salmen High School and Bonne Ecole Elementary. Members also recommended a resolution regarding the procurement of copyrighted materials and publications.
- Approved minutes for June 5, 2025 meeting (8-0, 1 abstain)
- Accepted substantial completion of Salmen High School Female Locker Room & Home Side Concessions Project No. P0435 (9-0)
- Accepted substantial completion of Bonne Ecole Elementary School Paving Repairs Project No. P0307 (9-0)
- Recommended resolution adopting portions of Executive Order JML 24-114 for procurement of copyrighted materials and services (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School Board approved the consent agenda, which includes the 2025-2026 salary schedule, purchase of insurance coverage through Arthur J. Gallagher, revisions to the Pupil Progression Plan, district handbook, and policy on political activities. The board also approved retirement resolutions for dozens of certificated personnel across the district.
- Approval of 2025-2026 FY salary schedule
- Purchase of insurance coverage through Arthur J. Gallagher
- Revisions to the Pupil Progression Plan
- Revisions to District Handbook for 2025-2026
- Retirement resolutions for over 50 certificated personnel
The Board approved a consent agenda including the 2025-26 FY salary schedule, pupil progression plan revisions, and student handbook updates. The Board also accepted retirement resolutions for numerous certificated and support services personnel.
- Approved 25-26 FY Salary Schedule (13-0)
- Approved revisions to the Pupil Progression Plan (13-0)
- Approved revisions to the District Handbook for Students and Parents for 2025-2026 (13-0)
- Approved revisions to School Board Policy GAHB - Political Activities (13-0)
- Approved purchase coverage through Arthur J. Gallagher (13-0)
- Approved minutes for May 15 and May 28, 2025 meetings (13-0)
- Approved retirement resolutions for certificated personnel (13-0)
Special Board Meeting (Superintendent Review)
The St. Tammany Parish School Board convened a special meeting on June 12, 2025, to enter an executive session for the superintendent’s performance review. A motion to close the session carried with 13 votes. The agenda also listed a three-minute public comment period and standard closing procedures. No public vote or policy decision was recorded in the provided text.
- Executive session to discuss the superintendent’s performance review
- Motion to enter executive session carried with 13 yea votes
- Public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker
- Meeting held at C. J. Schoen Administrative Complex, 321 North Theard Street, Covington
The Board entered an executive session to discuss the Superintendent’s performance review. No substantive decisions were recorded in the public session.
- Approved motion to enter Executive Session (13-0)
- Approved motion to return to Regular Session (13-0)
CAW Human Resources & Education Meeting
The CAW Human Resources & Education Meeting approved the May 8, 2025 minutes and recommended revisions to the Pupil Progression Plan. The board voted to accept staff's recommendation to purchase property, liability, crime, boiler, flood, cyber, and workers' compensation insurance through Arthur J. Gallagher. They also received updates on human resources, transportation, and risk management.
- Approved minutes from May 8, 2025 CAW meeting
- Recommended Pupil Progression Plan revisions for 2025-2026
- Voted to purchase insurance coverage (property, liability, crime, boiler, flood, cyber, workers' comp) through Arthur J. Gallagher
- Received monthly transportation report and risk management report (bus accidents, workers comp, incidents by grade)
- Opened floor for three-minute public comments
The board approved revisions to the Pupil Progression Plan and accepted a recommendation to purchase various insurance coverages through Arthur J. Gallagher. The May 8, 2025, meeting minutes were also approved.
- Approved May 8, 2025 meeting minutes (13-0)
- Approved revisions to the Pupil Progression Plan (13-0)
- Approved purchase of insurance coverage through Arthur J. Gallagher (13-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
CAW Finance & Administrative Meeting
The board voted to adopt resolutions advertising for bids and authorizing the issuance of General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2025, for School District No. 12. They also accepted the FY 2025-2026 Salary Schedule, approved the District Handbook for Students and Parents, and revised School Board Policy GAHB on Political Activities. Audit committee updates and financial reports were discussed.
- Adopted resolution to advertise for bids for General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2025
- Adopted resolution authorizing debt and issuance of General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2025
- Accepted Salary Schedule for FY 2025-2026
- Approved District Handbook for Students and Parents for 2025-2026 school year
- Revised School Board Policy GAHB – Political Activities
The board authorized the issuance and bidding process for General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2025. Members also accepted the salary schedule for the 2025-2026 fiscal year and the student and parent handbook. Revisions to the political activities policy were approved.
- Approved resolution advertising for bids for General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2025 (13-0)
- Approved resolution authorizing debt and issuance of General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2025 (13-0)
- Accepted Salary Schedule FY 2025-2026 (13-0)
- Approved minutes from May 8, 2025 meeting (13-0)
- Accepted District Handbook for Students and Parents for 2025-2026 (13-0)
- Approved revisions to School Board Policy GAHB - Political Activities (12-1)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Special Board Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School Board held a special meeting on May 28, 2025, and approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the St. Tammany Federation of Teachers & School Employees. The motion included a directive for the parties to revisit item no. 5 regarding duty pay around Sept. 30, 2025. The vote was 10 in favor, with one member not present.
- Approval of MOU between St. Tammany Federation of Teachers & School Employees and the School Board
- Motion to accept MOU with directive to revisit duty pay item no. 5 by Sept. 30, 2025
- Vote: 10 yea, 0 nay, 1 not present (Isabelle B Moore)
- Special meeting held at C. J. Schoen Administrative Complex, 321 North Theard Street, Covington
- Public comments limited to three minutes per Louisiana Open Meetings Law
The Board approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the St. Tammany Parish School Board and the St. Tammany Federation of Teachers & School Employees. The approval included a directive for parties to revisit duty pay (item no. 5) around September 30, 2025.
- Accepted MOU with St. Tammany Federation of Teachers & School Employees (10-0)
Board Meeting
The board approved a consent agenda that included a resolution to end LEAP testing, enforcement of traffic regulations in school zones, and acceptance of Fontainebleau High School additions as substantially complete. Separately, they canvassed results of a May 3 special election authorizing general obligation bonds for School District No. 12, adopted a resolution for Mental Health Awareness Month, and approved continuation of the Community Eligibility Provision for free meals. The board also accepted retirement resolutions for several employees.
- Canvassed special election results for general obligation bonds in School District No. 12
- Adopted resolution to end LEAP testing
- Approved Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for free meals in FY 25-26
- Accepted Fontainebleau High School additions as substantially complete (Project No. 1945)
- Adopted resolution for enforcement of traffic regulations in school zones and student transfer areas
The Board approved a resolution requesting the Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) to end the LEAP assessment program. Other actions included certifying special election results for general obligation bonds and continuing the Community Eligibility Provision program.
- Approved resolution requesting BESE to discontinue LEAP assessments (Unanimous)
- Approved resolution canvassing returns for May 3, 2025, general obligation bonds election (Unanimous)
- Approved continuation of Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program for FY 25-26 (7-5)
- Approved resolution requesting Parish Government to extend traffic regulations to school zones (Unanimous)
- Proclaimed May as Mental Health Awareness Month (Unanimous)
- Accepted retirement resolutions for Amy B. Abney and Lynne A. Overmier (Unanimous)
- Accepted retirement resolution for Raymond L. Carter (Unanimous)
- Accepted Fontainebleau High School Additions as substantially complete (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
CAW Finance & Administrative Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School Board Finance & Administrative Committee considered adoption of the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program for free school meals, but the motion failed 5-6 with one abstention. A new policy on children's safety flyers was tabled and sent to committee. The board approved substantial completion of Fontainebleau High School additions, subject to conditions. Monthly financial statements and maintenance reports were presented, and an executive session was requested for collective bargaining strategy.
- Adoption of Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program rejected (motion failed 5-6)
- New policy on children's safety flyers tabled and sent to committee
- Substantial completion of Fontainebleau High School additions approved
- Executive session requested for collective bargaining with St. Tammany Federation of Teachers
- Monthly financial statements for March 2025 presented
The board approved the substantial completion of additions to Fontainebleau High School. A proposal to adopt the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program was defeated, and a new policy on children's safety flyers was tabled for committee review.
- Approved substantial completion of Fontainebleau High School additions (Project No. 1945)
- Adoption of Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program denied (5-6-1)
- Tabled children's safety flyers policy and sent to committee (11-1)
- Approved minutes from April 3, 2025 meeting
- Approved entry into executive session for collective bargaining strategy
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
CAW Human Resources & Education Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School Board CAW Human Resources & Education Committee met on May 8, 2025, and approved two resolutions: one to enforce traffic regulations in school zones and student transfer areas, and another to end the LEAP standardized test. The board also recognized outstanding support employees and announced administrative appointments. Minutes from the April 3, 2025 meeting were approved.
- Resolution to end LEAP testing approved unanimously
- Resolution for enforcement of traffic regulations in school zones and student transfer areas approved
- Administrative appointments announced for principal and assistant principal positions at multiple schools
- Recognitions for Outstanding School Support Employees of the Year and Substitute of the Year
- Better Speech and Hearing Month Resolution accepted
The committee approved a resolution to end LEAP with a friendly amendment. It also recommended a resolution for the enforcement of traffic regulations in school zones and student transfer areas. Several administrative appointments and employee awards were announced.
- Recommended resolution for enforcement of traffic regulations in school zones and student transfer areas (12-0)
- Approved resolution to end LEAP with amendment adding 'President Senate' (12-0)
- Approved April 3, 2025 meeting minutes (12-0)
- Recognized Better Speech and Hearing Month (12-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School Board is set to adopt a resolution levying 58.24 mils for the 2025 tax year, a rollback of 0.10 mils from 2024. The board will also approve retirement resolutions for several certificated and support personnel, accept two school construction projects as substantially complete, and recognize students, staff, and administrative appointments.
- Adoption of 2025 millage rates totaling 58.24 mils, rolling back 0.10 mils from 2024
- Acceptance of Pearl River High School visitor side restroom and concessions building (Project P0350) as substantially complete
- Acceptance of Slidell High School softball locker room and restroom (Project P0349) as substantially complete
- Approval of retirement resolutions for certificated personnel including Jacqueline M. Kranz and others
- Announcement of six principal appointments: Shalone Lacoste, Jamie Mills, Amie Guttuso, Melanie White, Zachary Butler, Michele Cassidy
The Board adopted a resolution to levy millage rates for the 2025 tax year. Other actions included approving school construction completions and recognizing staff and students.
- Levied total millage rates of 58.24 mils for tax year 2025 (14-0)
- Approved Pearl River High School Visitor Side Restroom and Concessions Building as substantially complete (14-0)
- Approved Slidell High School Softball Locker Room and Restroom as substantially complete (14-0)
- Approved Associate Superintendent job description (14-0)
- Approved retirement resolutions for four certificated personnel (14-0)
- Approved retirement resolutions for seven employee support services personnel (14-0)
- Proclaimed May 7, 2025, as School Nurse Day (14-0)
- Proclaimed May 2, 2025, as School Lunch Hero Day (14-0)
Special Board Meeting (appeals)
The St. Tammany Parish School Board held a special meeting on April 8, 2025 to hear and decide five student expulsion appeal hearings. The board voted unanimously to affirm the superintendent's actions in all five cases, with one case (Student D) including a review condition. The meeting also included public comments and announcements.
- Expulsion appeal hearing for Student A: motion to affirm superintendent carried unanimously
- Expulsion appeal hearing for Student B: motion to affirm superintendent carried unanimously
- Expulsion appeal hearing for Student C: motion to affirm superintendent carried unanimously
- Expulsion appeal hearing for Student D: motion to affirm superintendent with a review carried unanimously
- Expulsion appeal hearing for Student E: motion to affirm superintendent carried unanimously
The Board held five separate expulsion appeal hearings. In all five cases, the Board voted to affirm the actions taken by the Superintendent.
- Affirmed Superintendent action regarding Student A (8-0)
- Affirmed Superintendent action regarding Student B (8-0)
- Affirmed Superintendent action regarding Student C (8-0)
- Affirmed Superintendent action regarding Student D with a review (8-0)
- Affirmed Superintendent action regarding Student E (8-0)
CAW Human Resources & Education Meeting
The CAW Human Resources & Education Committee will hold a largely procedural and ceremonial meeting. Items include recognition of National Merit finalists and adoption of a resolution for Paraprofessional Appreciation Week. The committee will also receive informational updates on curriculum, instruction, and human resources.
- Recognition of 11 National Merit Finalists from multiple high schools
- Adoption of resolution for Paraprofessional Appreciation Week
- Informational update on Curriculum & Instruction (C&I)
- Monthly Transportation Report and Risk Management Report
- Approval of minutes from March 13, 2025 meeting
The board adopted a resolution recognizing the efforts of paraprofessionals and proclaiming March 31 – April 4, 2025, as Paraprofessional Appreciation Week. The board also approved the minutes from the March 13, 2025, meeting.
- Approved resolution proclaiming Paraprofessional Appreciation Week (13-0)
- Approved minutes for the March 13, 2025 meeting (13-0)
CAW Finance & Administrative Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School Board voted to adopt a resolution levying millage rates for tax year 2025 totaling 58.24 mils, a rollback of 0.10 mils from 2024. The board also accepted substantial completion of two school construction projects and approved a job description for an Associate Superintendent. Financial reports and a superintendent transition plan were presented.
- Adopted resolution levying 58.24 mils for tax year 2025 (rollback of 0.10 mils from 2024)
- Accepted substantial completion of Pearl River High School visitor side restroom and concessions building (Project P0350)
- Accepted substantial completion of Slidell High School softball locker room and restroom (Project P0349)
- Approved job description for Associate Superintendent
- Received Superintendent's Transition Plan Presentation (corrected title: Director of Broadcasting)
The board adopted a resolution to set millage rates for the 2025 tax year. Members also approved the substantial completion of two school construction projects and a new job description for Associate Superintendent.
- Approved resolution levying millage rates for tax year 2025 at 58.24 mils (13-0)
- Approved substantial completion of Pearl River High School Visitor Side Restroom and Concessions Building (13-0)
- Approved substantial completion of Slidell High School Softball Locker Room and Restroom (13-0)
- Approved job description for Associate Superintendent (13-0)
- Approved March 13, 2025 meeting minutes (13-0)
Board Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School Board approved a consent agenda including a $602,650 contract for HVAC replacement at Pontchartrain-Tchefuncte Middle Schools and a $340,000 paving project at Bonne Ecole Elementary. The board also approved the purchase of high school social studies instructional materials with a companion guide and CTE instructional materials. Retirement resolutions for several certificated and support staff were accepted.
- $602,650 HVAC replacement at Pontchartrain-Tchefuncte Middle Schools (A&A Mechanical)
- $340,000 paving repairs at Bonne Ecole Elementary (Donahoe Construction)
- Substantial completion of Slidell High School 1033 Ninth Street Building Renovations Phase I
- Substantial completion of Mandeville High School visitor side restroom and concessions building
- Purchase of high school social studies instructional materials with companion guide
The Board approved several facility improvement contracts, including HVAC replacements and paving repairs. Members also voted to purchase new instructional materials for High School Social Studies and CTE programs and passed a resolution honoring National Board Certified educators.
- Approved $602,650 contract with A&A Mechanical, Inc. for HVAC units at Pontchartrain-Tchefuncte Middle Schools
- Approved $340,000 contract with Donahoe Construction, LLC for paving repairs at Bonne Ecole Elementary School
- Approved purchase of High School Social Studies Instructional Materials and companion guide
- Approved purchase of CTE Instructional Materials
- Passed resolution acknowledging National Board Certified employees
- Approved retirement resolutions for one certificated and six support services personnel
- Accepted advice of counsel regarding Jacqueline T. Lonergan v. St. Tammany Parish School Board
- Recognized substantial completion of Slidell High School Phase I and Mandeville High School restroom/concessions building
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
CAW Finance & Administrative Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School Board's Finance & Administrative Committee voted to accept a $602,650 HVAC replacement bid for Pontchartrain Elementary and Tchefuncte Middle Schools and a $340,000 paving bid for Bonne Ecole Elementary. The committee also accepted substantial completion of renovations at Slidell High School and a new restroom/concessions building at Mandeville High School. Financial and construction reports were presented and discussed.
- Approved $602,650 bid to A&A Mechanical for HVAC units at Pontchartrain Elementary and Tchefuncte Middle Schools (Project P0411)
- Approved $340,000 bid to Donahoe Construction for paving repairs at Bonne Ecole Elementary (Project P0307)
- Accepted substantial completion of Slidell High School 1033 Ninth Street building renovations - Phase I (Project P0449)
- Accepted substantial completion of Mandeville High School visitor side restroom and concessions building (Project P0434)
- Received monthly financial reports including General Fund, Construction Fund, and grant budgets for January 2025
The CAW Finance & Administrative Meeting approved two construction bids for school facility repairs and accepted substantial completion recommendations for two high school projects. The board also approved the minutes from the February 6, 2025, meeting.
- Approved $602,650.00 HVAC bid from A&A Mechanical, Inc. for Pontchartrain Elementary and Tchefuncte Middle Schools (12-0)
- Approved $340,000.00 paving bid from Donahoe Construction, LLC for Bonne Ecole Elementary School (12-0)
- Accepted substantial completion of Slidell High School 1033 Ninth Street Building Renovations - Phase I (12-0)
- Accepted substantial completion of Mandeville High School Visitor Side Restroom and Concessions Building (12-0)
- Approved February 6, 2025 meeting minutes (12-0)
CAW Human Resources & Education Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School Board's CAW Human Resources & Education Committee voted to adopt new high school social studies instructional materials, including a companion guide for AP Psychology, and career and technical education (CTE) instructional materials. The committee also recognized student artwork for the annual financial report and members of the Superintendent's Student Advisory Council. A presentation and discussion on the district's strings program was held, and routine human resources updates were provided.
- Adopted high school social studies instructional materials (motion carried 7-4-1, with companion guide for AP Psychology added)
- Adopted high school career and technical education (CTE) instructional materials (motion carried 6-6-1)
- Approved a resolution recognizing Youth Art Month and Music in Our Schools Month
- Recognized students Brantleigh Jones, Helen Stone, and Amelia Strickland for FY2023-2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report artwork
- Approved minutes from February 6, 2025 CAW meeting
The board approved the purchase of High School Social Studies and Career and Technical Education (CTE) instructional materials. Members also passed a resolution proclaiming March as Music In Our Schools Month and Youth Art Month. The minutes from the February 6, 2025, meeting were approved.
- Proclaimed March as Music In Our Schools Month and Youth Art Month (Unanimous)
- Approved purchase of High School Social Studies Instructional Materials including AP Psychology companion guide (8-4)
- Approved purchase of High School Career and Technical Education (CTE) Instructional Materials (7-6)
- Approved minutes for the February 6, 2025 meeting (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School Board approved a consent agenda that includes a $347,600 termite repair contract for St. Tammany Junior High, acceptance of the 2026-2027 school calendar, and revisions to several policies. The board also voted, 9-5, to appoint the superintendent to the parish Industrial Tax Exemption (ITEP) committee with a term limit. Personnel retirements for several employees were accepted.
- Approved $347,600 termite repair bid from Steele-R Development for St. Tammany Junior High gym/locker room
- Accepted proposed calendar for the 2026-2027 school year
- Adopted revised policies on industrial tax exemptions, purchasing, professional services, and purchase orders
- Appointed superintendent to St. Tammany ITEP committee (9-5 vote, with friendly amendment for term limit)
- Approved retirements for 1 certificated and 5 support staff employees
The Board approved a consent agenda including a termite damage repair contract and the 2026-2027 school calendar. Members also voted to appoint the Superintendent to the Industrial Tax Exemption Committee and approved several policy revisions.
- Approved $347,600 bid from Steele-R Development, LLC for St. Tammany Junior High repairs
- Approved proposed 2026-2027 school year calendar
- Approved FY 2024-2025 federal, state, and local grant budgets
- Appointed Superintendent to the St. Tammany Parish Industrial Tax Exemption (ITEP) Committee (9-5)
- Approved revisions to policies DFAA, DJE, DJEF, DJEG, and DJED
- Accepted retirement resolutions for one certificated and five support services employees
- Affirmed Superintendent action regarding Student A
- Accepted legal advice of counsel
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
CAW Finance & Administrative Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School Board Finance & Administrative Committee met on February 6, 2025, and took action on several finance and policy items. They approved the FY 2024-2025 federal, state, and local grant budgets, as well as revisions to multiple school board policies related to purchasing, bids, and industrial tax exemptions. A $347,600 bid for termite damage repair at St. Tammany Junior High School's gymnasium and locker room was also accepted.
- Approval of FY 2024-2025 federal, state, and local grant budgets
- Revisions to School Board Policy DFAA - Industrial Tax Exemptions
- Revisions to School Board Policy DJE - Purchasing, DJED - Bids, DJEF - Professional Services, and DJEG - Purchase Orders
- Acceptance of low bid from Steele-R Development, LLC for $347,600 for termite damage repair at St. Tammany Junior High School (Project P0514)
- Monthly financial reports for November and December 2024 discussed
The board approved a contract for termite damage repairs at St. Tammany Junior High School. Members also voted to accept revisions to five financial and purchasing policies and approved the FY 2024-2025 federal, state, and local grant budgets.
- Approved $347,600.00 bid from Steele-R Development, LLC for St. Tammany Junior termite repairs (11-0)
- Approved revisions to Policy DFAA - Industrial Tax Exemptions (11-0)
- Approved revisions to Policy DJE - Purchasing (11-0)
- Approved revisions to Policy DJED - Bids, Requests for Proposals, and Quotations (10-1)
- Approved revisions to Policy DJEF - Professional Services (11-0)
- Approved revisions to Policy DJEG - Purchase Orders (11-0)
- Approved FY 2024-2025 federal, state, and local grant budgets (11-0)
- Approved minutes from December 5, 2024 meeting (11-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
CAW Human Resources & Education Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School System's CAW Human Resources & Education Committee approved the proposed school calendar for the 2026-2027 school year and a resolution recognizing National School Counseling Week. The committee also received informational updates on summer school, literacy initiatives, and human resources topics including class sizes and transportation.
- Approval of proposed 2026-2027 school calendar
- National School Counseling Week Resolution adopted
- Summer School 2025 update presented (grades K-12)
- Literacy update from Mrs. Hebbler and Mr. Hirstius
- Class Size Report for 2024-2025 provided
The committee approved the proposed school calendar for the 2026-2027 school year. Members also accepted a resolution for National School Counseling Week and approved the minutes from the December 5, 2024 meeting.
- Approved proposed 2026-2027 school calendar (11-0)
- Accepted National School Counseling Week Resolution (11-0)
- Approved December 5, 2024 meeting minutes (11-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board Meeting
The St. Tammany Parish School Board will act on a revised Superintendent Evaluation Instrument, accept two construction contracts totaling $947,000, and approve retirement resolutions for over 20 employees. The board will also receive updates on curriculum, student support, and the audit committee.
- Revised Superintendent Evaluation Instrument adopted
- Contract with CDX Construction for $290,000 for walk-in cooler/freezer at Folsom Elementary
- Contract with Spartan Building Corp. for $657,000 for renovation of Consumer Science/ProStart classroom at Covington High
- Retirement resolutions for 10 certificated and 15 support services personnel
- Certification of board member training hours for 2024 calendar year
The Board approved construction bids for a walk-in cooler at Folsom Elementary and classroom renovations at Covington High. Members also accepted retirement resolutions for multiple staff members and approved a revised Superintendent Evaluation Instrument.
- Approved $290,000 bid from CDX Construction, LLC for Folsom Elementary walk-in cooler/freezer
- Approved $657,000 bid from Spartan Building Corporation for Covington High Consumer Science/ProStart classroom renovation
- Approved revised Superintendent Evaluation Instrument (12-1-0)
- Approved retirement resolutions for 10 certificated personnel
- Approved retirement resolutions for 14 employee support services personnel
- Approved minutes from December 12, 2024 meeting