Washington County Schools, TN

Regular Board Meeting

The Washington County Schools Board will vote on district and school contracts, teacher tenure, and the TISA Accountability District Plan. The board is also reviewing proposed school calendars for the next two academic years.

• Approval of school calendars for 2027-2028 and 2028-2029
• Approval of the TISA Accountability District Plan
• Approval of district and school contracts
• Recommendation to approve teacher tenure
• Request for Wilson County Firefighters to use school buses

The Board approved the 2027-2028 and 2028-2029 school calendars with several amendments to parent-teacher conferences and stockpile days. Other actions included naming the West Wilson Middle School Athletic Complex and approving district and school contracts.

• Named West Wilson Middle School Athletic Complex as Wendell Marlowe Athletic Complex (6-0)
• Approved district and school contracts (6-0)
• Accepted Aven DeHart as student board member (6-0)
• Deferred tenure approval recommendation to next meeting (6-0)
• Approved TISA Accountability District Plan (6-0)
• Approved Textbook Committee and added Stacy Miller to 6-8th grade band (6-0)
• Approved Wilson County Firefighters use of school buses (6-0)
• Approved amended 2027-2028 and 2028-2029 school calendars (6-0)

Regular Board Meeting

The Washington County Schools board meets Thursday, October 1, 2026 for a regular meeting. Members will vote on district and school contracts, a change order for the Lakeview Elementary renovation, a budget amendment, and portable classrooms for Lakeview Elementary. The agenda also includes a student board member report, a county attorney report, and the director's report. Most items are listed as action items with attachments; the agenda text does not include dollar amounts or contract details.

• Change Order 001 for Lakeview Elementary renovation (recommended for approval)
• Portables for Lakeview Elementary — BOXX proposal (recommended for approval)
• Budget Amendment 2027-04 (recommended for approval)
• District contracts including ATC GHHS JROTC unit contract with US Army and ATC Bridges Interpreter Services
• School contracts (all schools) and consent agenda with donations, minutes, and trips

The Board approved a budget amendment and a change order for renovations at Lakeview Elementary, along with the addition of portable classrooms. District and school contracts were approved, and an exchange student for MJHS was accepted for the Spring 2027 semester.

• Approved District Contracts (4-0)
• Approved School Contracts (4-0)
• Approved exchange student for MJHS Spring Semester 2027 (4-0)
• Approved change order for Lakeview Renovation (4-0)
• Approved budget amendment (4-0)
• Approved portables for Lakeview Elementary (4-0)
• Accepted report from student board member Emily Hudlow (4-0)
• Accepted reports from County Attorney and Director of Schools (4-0)

Regular Board Meeting

The Washington County Schools Board will vote on routine items including the consent agenda, district and school contracts, and a Section 125 Flex Plan with changes. They will also consider a partnership agreement with an educator preparation provider and a student board member appointment. The agenda includes informational items on insurance, the director's evaluation tool, and a disciplinary appeal.

• Approve consent agenda including donations, Little Lambs Fundraising at MJHS, minutes, and payment report
• Approve district and school contracts as presented
• Approve Section 125 Flex Plan with changes in red
• Approve Educator Preparation Provider/LEA Primary Partnership Agreement
• Approve Durden Brooks as student board member from GHHS

Regular Board Meeting

The Washington County Schools Board will hold its regular meeting on September 8, 2026, with actions including electing a chair and vice chair, appointing committee members, approving district and school contracts, a budget amendment, and a policy change on personal leave. The agenda also includes recognitions, guest statements, and reports from the county attorney and director of schools.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approve district and school contracts (including SPED Ner Chat)
• Approve Budget Amendment 2027-03
• Approve Policy 5.303 on personal leave (second reading)
• Approve MTE Right of Way Easement and disposal of damaged equipment

The Board elected Joe Padilla as chair and Greg Hohman as vice chair. Members approved district and school contracts, a budget amendment, and Policy 5.303 on second reading. The Board also authorized an MTE right of way easement and the disposal of damaged equipment.

• Elected Joe Padilla as chair (7-0)
• Elected Greg Hohman as vice chair (7-0)
• Appointed Jeremy Donegan, Matthew McPeak, Brittany Koehn, and James Peach as Sick Leave Trustees (7-0)
• Approved district and school contracts (7-0)
• Approved MTE Right of Way Easement (7-0)
• Approved disposal of damaged equipment (7-0)
• Approved Policy 5.303 on second reading (7-0)
• Approved budget amendment (7-0)

Regular Board Meeting

The Washington County Schools Board will hold its regular meeting on August 18, 2026, to act on a consent agenda, district and school contracts, and several recommendations from the Director of Schools. These include approving a utility easement agreement, new special education assistant positions, and a policy change on personal leave. The board will also discuss vape detectors, naming a library, and an athletics policy.

• Approve district and school contracts (details in attachments)
• Approve West Wilson Utility District Agreement for Dedication of Easement for Public Utilities
• Approve Policy 5.303 (Personal leave) on first reading
• Approve two new SPED EA positions
• Increase adult meal price by $0.25 per USDA guidelines

The Board of Education approved several administrative and operational items, including district and school contracts, two new special education positions, and an increase in adult meal prices. Members also voted to name the MJHS library in honor of Ester Hockett and denied a proposed policy change regarding student athletic zoning.

• Approved district and school contracts (6-0)
• Approved two new SPED EA positions (6-0)
• Approved adult meal price increase of $0.25 (6-0)
• Approved West Wilson Utility District agreement (6-0)
• Approved Policy 5.303 on first reading (6-0)
• Denied policy 4.301 change regarding athletic zoning (2-4)
• Approved naming MJHS library for Ester Hockett (6-0)

Regular Board Meeting

The Board will review and vote on two budget amendments and the hiring of a Behavior Interventionist. The meeting also includes the approval of district and school contracts and a report from the Director of Schools.

• Budget Amendment 2027-01
• Budget Amendment 2027-02
• New hire for Behavior Interventionist funded by Title 1 Grant Funds
• Approval of District and School contracts
• Approval of July 23, 2026 meeting minutes

The Washington County Schools Board approved the agenda, consent agenda, district and school contracts, the county attorney's report, the director's report, two budget amendments (2027-01 and 2027-02), and a new Behavior Interventionist hire. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The next board meeting is scheduled for August 18, 2026.

• Adopted agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved district contracts as presented (5-0)
• Approved school contracts as presented (5-0)
• Accepted county attorney's report (5-0)
• Accepted director's report as presented (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment 2027-01 (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment 2027-02 (5-0)

Regular Board Meeting

The Wilson County Schools Board will adopt the meeting agenda and approve the consent agenda. It will review and approve district and school contract packages. The board will adopt a series of policy revisions, including Policy 6.411 and numerous other policies listed in the agenda. Additional items include approval of the annual board meeting calendar, the SSO Manual 2026‑27, and the Accounting Manual 2026‑27.

• Adopt the agenda (Item 3.1)
• Approve the consent agenda (Item 6.1)
• Approve district contracts (Item 7.1)
• Approve school contracts (Item 7.2)
• Approve multiple board policies on first and final reading (Item 11.2)

Regular Board Meeting

The Wilson County Board of Education approved construction contracts for Lakeview Elementary and New Watertown Middle School, along with several handbooks and policies for the 2026-2027 school year. The board also approved a construction contract for Lakeview Elementary and a policy to ban energy drinks with over 100 mg of caffeine.

• Construction contract for Lakeview Elementary
• Construction contract for New Watertown Middle School
• Policy to ban energy drinks with over 100 mg of caffeine
• Approval of 2026-2027 handbooks and calendars
• Approval of contracts with Blossom and Public Consulting Group

The Wilson County School Board approved district and school contracts, multiple staff and student handbooks, and a policy to ban energy drinks with over 100 mg of caffeine. The meeting also included the approval of construction contracts for two new schools.

• Adopted agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (6-0)
• Approved district contracts with IXL amendment (6-0)
• Approved school contracts (6-0)
• Approved County Attorney report (6-0)
• Approved Director's report (6-0)
• Approved exchange student, handbooks, and construction contracts (6-0)
• Approved policy 5.605 on first and final reading (6-0)

Special Called

The Wilson County Schools board approved the contract for Director Mr. Mayfield as presented, with an edit to sick days. A motion to amend the contract to a four-year term failed.

• Approved Mr. Mayfield's contract with sick day edit
• Failed motion to amend contract to four years
• Public comment period held
• Board members: Kimberly McGee, Jamie Farough, Melissa Lynn, Joseph Padilla, Greg Hohman, Kevin Mack

Special Called

The Wilson County Board of Education voted to postpone approval of the director's contract until a special meeting on June 11, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. The board also approved the Educational Capital Projects Fund for the FY 2026-27 budget.

• Postponed approval of director's contract to June 11, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. (motion by Jamie Farough, second by Kimberly McGee; passed 5-0)
• Approved Educational Capital Projects Fund for FY 2026-27 budget (motion by Kimberly McGee, second by Jamie Farough; passed 5-0)
• Held public comment (information only)
• Adjourned meeting

Regular Board Meeting

The Wilson County Board of Education approved several construction bids, including a new Watertown Middle School and Lakeview Elementary renovations. The board also authorized multiple contract extensions for waste disposal, pest control, and fleet fueling services.

• Bid for New Watertown Middle School
• Bid for Lakeview Elementary Renovations
• Waste Disposal contract extension
• Pest Control contract extension
• Fleet Fueling contract extension

Special Called

The Wilson County School Board approved the 2026-2027 budget and selected a new Director of Schools during a special called meeting on May 18, 2026. The budget was approved by a vote of six members, and the board adjourned immediately after.

• Approved 2026-2027 budget
• Selected new Director of Schools
• Kevin Mack and Kimberly McGee made motions
• Board adjourned after selection
• Budget book attached (397 KB)

The district approved the 2026-2027 budget during a special called meeting on May 18, 2026. Members also voted to hire Travis Mayfield as the new Director of Schools. Both actions were recorded as passed without amendment.

• Approved 2026-2027 budget (6-0)
• Selected Travis Mayfield as Director of Schools (5-1)

Budget Work Session

The Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss the 2026-27 budget presentation. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Budget 2026-27 Presentation to the Board of Education

Budget Work Session

The Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss the 2026-27 budget. The meeting includes a presentation of the budget and a period for public comment.

• Budget 2026-27 Presentation to the Board of Education

Regular Board Meeting

The Wilson County Schools Board approved final renovation and construction plans for Lakeview Elementary and Watertown Middle School. The board also approved a budget amendment, a new roof for Southside, and various district and school contracts.

• Approval of final plans for Lakeview Elementary renovations and Watertown Middle School
• Approval of a budget amendment
• Approval of a reroof for Southside
• Approval of a fundraising initiative for synthetic turf on a playground
• Approval of Student Accident Voluntary Blanket Master Insurance application 2026-27

The Wilson County Schools Board unanimously approved a budget amendment and a series of contracts and facility initiatives, including insurance coverage, elementary and middle school renovation plans, and a synthetic‑turf fundraising project. All motions were passed with all five members voting yes. The meeting concluded with the board’s adjournment.

• Approved Budget Amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Lakeview Elementary Renovations Final Plans (unanimous)
• Approved Watertown Middle School Final Plans (unanimous)
• Approved SDE Fundraising Initiative to install synthetic turf on central part of playground (unanimous)
• Approved Student Accident Voluntary Blanket Master Insurance application 2026-27 (unanimous)
• Approved WB&T sponsorship for CPE (unanimous)
• Approved District Contracts (unanimous)
• Approved School Contracts (unanimous)

Work Session

The Wilson County Schools Board of Education will hold a work session on April 23, 2026, to discuss health insurance plans. The item is listed as a presentation for discussion and information only; no formal action is expected.

• Discussion of health insurance plans for Wilson County Schools employees

Regular Board Meeting

The Wilson County Board of Education approved a policy change, the 2026-27 fee schedule, and the purchase of four weapon detection units. The board also approved contracts, student trips, and the use of buses for the Wilson County Fair.

• Approve Policy 1.404 on Second Reading with changes
• Approve 2026-27 Fee Schedule
• Approve purchase of 4 Weapon Detection Units
• Approve Extension of ABM Cleaning Contract
• Approve Wilson County School buses for Wilson County Fair

The Board approved several recommendations including a new fee schedule, textbook updates, and the purchase of four weapon detection units. Members also established the interview schedule and candidate procedures for the Director search. Additionally, Policy 1.404 was approved with specific language changes regarding meeting requests.

• Approved Policy 1.404 with edits (6-0)
• Approved 2026-27 Fee Schedule (6-0)
• Approved 2026-2027 Textbook Committee Recommendations (6-0)
• Approved use of school buses and drivers for Wilson County Fair (6-0)
• Approved purchase of 4 Weapon Detection Units (6-0)
• Approved extension of ABM Cleaning Contract (6-0)
• Approved FY 27 Title IA Neglected MOU Agreement (6-0)
• Established Director search interview date for April 29, 2026 (6-0)

Regular Board Meeting

The Board decided on several facility improvements and updated district policies. They also approved a budget amendment and the transition of a Finance Department position from part-time to full-time.

• Approval of roof repairs at WA Wright Elementary
• Approval of track resurfacing at Wilson Central High School
• Approval of gym floor repairs at GHHS
• Approval of tennis court repairs at WCHS
• Policy 4.607 update requiring principal approval 30 days before graduation for non-school cords or sashes

The Wilson County Board of Education approved contracts, policy readings, and facility repairs including roof work at WAW and track resurfacing at WCHS. The board also approved a budget amendment to reallocate funds for these projects.

• Adopted agenda with two new items
• Approved Consent Agenda as presented
• Approved District Contracts as presented
• Approved School Contracts as presented
• Approved Student Board Member Iris Belcher
• Approved Policy 1.404 on First Reading with changes
• Approved reallocation of funds for roof repairs and track resurfacing
• Adjourned the meeting

Regular Board Meeting

The Wilson County Board of Education approved district and school contracts, accepted the director's report, and approved policies including a vaping program for grades 6-8 and changes to graduation attire rules.

• Approval of District Contracts and School Contracts
• Approval of Policy 1.403 regarding the Annual Meeting Schedule
• Approval of Vaping Program (SmokeScreen) for grades 6-8
• Approval of Exchange Students 2026-27 for LHS and MJHS
• Policy 4.607 amended to require principal approval for non-school graduation cords or sashes

The Wilson County Schools Board adopted the meeting agenda and consent agenda, approved district and school contracts, and accepted a new student board member. It also approved revisions to Policy 1.403, exchange‑student programs for LHS and MJHS, and a vaping prevention program (SmokeScreen) for grades 6‑8. All motions were passed with the listed members voting yes.

• Adopted agenda – motion passed
• Approved consent agenda – motion passed
• Approved district contracts – motion passed
• Approved school contracts – motion passed
• Accepted student board member William Carlton Gooding – motion passed
• Approved Policy 1.403 amendment – motion passed
• Approved exchange‑student programs for LHS and MJHS – motion passed
• Approved vaping program (SmokeScreen) for grades 6‑8 – motion passed

Special Called Meeting

The Wilson County Board of Education held a special called meeting to discuss and take action on the search for a new Director of Schools. The board voted unanimously to have the HR Department conduct the search and to authorize the use of Chalk Beat, a third-party service, in the process.

• Motion passed to have HR Department conduct the Director of Schools search
• Motion passed to authorize use of Chalk Beat in the search
• All seven board members voted yes on both motions
• Meeting was a special called meeting on March 5, 2026

The Wilson County Schools board authorized the HR department to conduct the Director of Schools search. Members approved the discussed timeline for the search and authorized the use of Chalk Beat. All motions passed unanimously with seven votes. The meeting adjourned.

• Authorized HR department to conduct Director of Schools search (7-0)
• Approved the discussed Director search timeline (7-0)
• Authorized use of Chalk Beat (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Regular Board Meeting

The Wilson County Board of Education approved consent items, contracts, and policy updates. The board also approved budget amendments, facility bids for middle schools, and a resolution supporting law enforcement.

• Approve Budget Amendment 2026-10
• Approve Budget Amendment 2026-11
• Approve Bid 2026-04 Paving at MJMS
• Approve Bid 2026-05 Athletic Facilities at WWMS
• Approve Detention Center Resolution supporting ICE

The Wilson County Board of Education approved the agenda, consent items, school contracts, and a series of policy and budget recommendations. The board also approved a resolution supporting law enforcement and canceled a future meeting.

• Adopted agenda (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved school contracts (7-0)
• Approved Policy 1.403 with language change (7-0)
• Approved Policies Sections 1 and 5 (7-0)
• Approved Bid 2026-04 Paving at MJMS (7-0)
• Approved Bid 2026-05 Athletic Facilities at WWMS (7-0)
• Approved Budget Amendments 2026-10 and 2026-11 (7-0)

Regular Board Meeting

The Wilson County Board of Education approved a consent agenda, school contracts, and policy readings. The board also approved floorplans for the Lakeview Elementary renovation and the new Watertown Middle School.

• Adoption of Policies Section 1 and 5
• Approval of Lakeview Elementary renovation floorplan
• Approval of Watertown Middle School floorplan
• Approval of school contracts
• Student Board Member Morgan Monaco

The Board approved several policy updates on first reading and authorized floorplans for the Lakeview renovation and the new Watertown Middle School. Additionally, the Board affirmed a disciplinary appeal decision.

• Adopted the agenda (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda (7-0)
• Approved school contracts (7-0)
• Accepted student board member report (7-0)
• Accepted Director's Report (7-0)
• Approved Section 1 policies on first reading (7-0)
• Approved Section 5 policies on first reading with exception to policy 5.610 (7-0)
• Approved Policy 6.2061 on first reading (7-0)

Regular Board Meeting

The Board approved several policy updates and various school contracts. Key actions included reallocating $1.5 million from the General Fund Balance to Educational Capitol Projects for design fees.

• Reallocation of $1.5 million to Educational Capitol Projects for WMS Design and LKV Renovation design fees
• Approval of Watertown Middle School design contract
• Approval of Lakeview Renovations design contract
• Approval of Green Hill HS Football fundraiser with specific disclaimer requirements
• Approval of HVAC filter contract extension

The Board approved several policy updates and financial adjustments. Key actions included reallocating $1.5 million for school design fees and approving design contracts for Watertown Middle and LKV Renovation.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved Hansel Morrell request (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved school contracts (7-0)
• Accepted student board member Mackenzie Houser (7-0)
• Accepted County Attorney report (7-0)
• Accepted Director's Report (7-0)
• Approved Section 2 policies (6-0, 1 abstention)

Regular Board Meeting

The Wilson County Schools Board of Education met on January 15, 2026, to approve district and school contracts, accept the director's report, and approve policy changes on first reading. The board also approved a student exchange request and a trip for the GHHS Culinary Arts program.

• Approve District Contracts and School Contracts
• Approve First Reading of Policies in Sections 2 and 3
• Approve Foreign Exchange Student
• Approve trip for GHHS Culinary Arts
• Approve TN Together Survey (Drug Free Wilco)

Regular Board Meeting

The Wilson County Schools Board voted to adopt the agenda with two additions under New Business, approved the consent agenda including donations, minutes, and student trips, and passed several contracts including district procurement renewals and school-specific vending and book fair agreements. A budget amendment (2026-07) was also approved. The meeting moved through routine recognitions, reports, and director recommendations.

• Approved Budget Amendment 2026-07
• Approved District Contracts including ATC State Procurement Contract Vehicles Renewal
• Approved School Contracts: Microlux Vending (GHHS), LGE Spring 2026 Book Fair (LGE), Grayline HOSA Agreement (LHS)
• Approved student trips for GHHS and MJHS
• Approved donations, December 18, 2025 minutes, and student trips under consent agenda

The Board approved a budget amendment for 2026-07 and authorized student trips for GHHS and MJHS. Additional items including the consent agenda, district contracts, and school contracts were also passed.

• Adopted the agenda (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda (6-0)
• Approved District Contracts (6-0)
• Approved School Contracts (6-0)
• Accepted County Attorney Report (6-0)
• Accepted Director's Report (6-0)
• Approved Budget Amendment 2026-07 (6-0)
• Approved trips for GHHS and MJHS (6-0)