Located in the northeast corner of the beautiful state of Alabama. Your support keeps our content free for everyone. Decaturish is now on Flipboard. To read our write-up of the first town hall, click here. May 8 all-day Information regarding the DeKalb BOE and monthly meetings can be found at www.dekalbschoolsga.org/board-of-education/ All meetings can be viewed on DeKalb Schools TV (DSTV) by going to: www.dekalbschoolsga.org/communications/dstvor Comcast channel 24 (for Comcast subscribers in DeKalb County). Only Essential Personnel should be directly involved on sidelines or club-based practices, competitions, etc.. 13 GA. - The DeKalb County Watershed Customer Service and Billing Advisory . Some board members believed the meeting, which had been discussed since April 14 according to one board member, was to occur at 3 p.m. Blake Truett was approved as a volunteer baseball coach at Geraldine. Today, April 17, marks the 14th day after the board announced Horton as the finalist. The meeting has been in the works since at least April 14, according to DeKalb County School Board member Gevertz. I am blessed and honored that the DeKalb County Board of Education has the confidence to appoint me as the Superintendent of DeKalb County Schools. Want Decaturish delivered to your inbox every day? An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. 225 Gault Avenue North, Fort Payne, AL 35967. In other business the Board approved the following resignations: Lindsey Cofield - CNP Worker - Geraldine High School - 8/30/22. The DeKalb Eastern School Board is comprised of community members who volunteer their time and talents in service to our schools. We have provided that information to the AGs office and requested their review.. Sign up today! Lyles has over 19 years of experience in State Senator Elena Parent earlier this week sent a letter to State Superintendent Richard Woods stating her concerns about the district. There will be a work session beginning at 11:00 a.m. and the board meeting. DeKalb County Board of Education. Chance of rain 60%. Sign up for our free newsletter by clickinghere. John Hewitt, Chief Operating Office at the Champion, initially told Decaturish, Based on searches weve done, we do not see a notice submitted for this meeting., Georgia Code 50-14-1, section (d)2 says, For any meeting, other than a regularly scheduled meeting of the agency for which notice has already been provided pursuant to this chapter, written or oral notice shall be given at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting to the legal organ in which notices of sheriffs sales are published in the county where regular meetings are held., After this article was published, Hewitt contacted Decaturish and said, After delving further into this, Ive found out that we did indeed receive notification of the meeting and it was 24 hours prior., But it didnt run in the paper, Hewitt said. Students. Low 39F. The Superintendent and/or School Board President are responsible for developing the Board agenda. The next meeting is set for Thursday, April 27, at 5 p.m. at the Facilities Building meeting room in Rainsville, with a work session preceding at 4:30 p.m. Keep it Clean. He subsequently served on the board of the Atlanta Committee for Public Education and was a member of the founding committee of Great Schools Atlanta. The following On the Job Injury was approved: Nicole Travis Green - Pre-K Auxiliary - Fyffe High School - 33 days, The following placements were made: (All placements are made pending a background review meeting suitability criteria and negative, pre-employment drug screen and appropriate certification), Levi Maness - Business Education Teacher (Leave from 9/6/22-5/26/23) - Crossville High School (Effective 9/6/22), Hannah Paddock McCurdy - Elementary Teacher - Sylvania High School (Effective 9/12/22), Alisha Kieper - Itinerant Special Education Teacher - Ider Special Services Center (Effective 9/6/22), Dallas Dodson - Family Consumer Sciences Teacher (Leave from 9/19/22-12/16/22) - Valley Head High School (Effective 9/19/22), Carol Goodridge - Itinerant Special Education Paraprofessional - Ider Special Services Center (Effective 9/9/22), Ricky Templeton - Bus Driver - Crossville Elementary School (Effective 9/6/22), Randall Johnson - Custodian (12 months) - Geraldine High School (Effective 9/7/22). person will not be tolerated. Lows overnight in the upper 30s. 5:45 pm- Community Input Session (In-Person & virtual). The following Volunteer Coaches were approved: Ider High School - Cody Feltman - Baseball, Sylvania High School - Gary Talley - Basketball, Valley Head High School -Jared Hulgan - Football. Speakers are limited to three (3) minutes and are reminded that Board meetings are public meetings and proper decorum is expected. To read that story, click here. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. Not sure which school zone you are in? Gevertz made the announcement in a Facebook post. Public comment will be limited to thirty (30) minutes with district residents, employees, parents, or taxpayers allowed first speaking rights. This project is long overdue and no doubt will be put to good use.. The board awarded a contract for website services and a messaging system from FinalSite. 20222023 Progress and Grade Reporting Calendar. Assignments may involve reading, writing, conducting research, performing mini labs, completing practice problems, taking notes, answering questions, and/or participating in lessons via video conferencing. >, (Factura de agua o de luz a nombre del tutor custodio). Media is confused. 2023 Legislative Update-A Conversation With The Speaker, CNP-Supplementary Grocery Bid renewal for 2021-2022 school year, CNP-Milk, bread, produce, and ice cream bid renewal for 2021-2022 school year, Karen Simpson-Elementary teacher-Henagar Jr. High School-15 days, Cara Whitehead-Assistant Principal-Crossville Middle School-Non-Renewal (Effective 5/28/21), Zeb England-Head Custodian-Geraldine High School-Retirement-7/1/21, Chrystal Henderson-Assistant Principal-Geraldine High School-Resignation-5/28/21, Haley Harbour-Elementary Teacher-Crossville Elementary School-Resignation-5/28/21, Jay Holcomb-Elementary Teacher-Crossville Elementary School-Resignation-5/28/21, Jesslyn Cochran-Elementary Teacher-Geraldine High School-Resignation-5/27/21, Monty Coker-Bus Driver- Crossville Elementary School-Resignation-5/26/21, Leah Barnett-Secondary English Language Arts Teacher-Plainview High School-Resignation-5/28/21, Ben Pickett-Elementary Teacher at Sylvania High School To Elementary Teacher at Henagar Jr. High School; Mitch Mitchell-Elementary Teacher at Henagar Jr. High School to Elementary Teacher at Sylvania High School (Effective 8/1/21), Heath Thrash-Teacher at Fyffe High School to Assistant Principal (10 months)/ Teacher (9months) at Fyffe High School (2021-102) (Effective 8/1/21), Michelle Kincer-CNP Assistant Manager at Moon Lake Elementary School to Jr. High SNP Manager at Henagar Jr. High School (2021-105) (Effective 7/1/21), April Hill-Elementary Teacher at Fyffe High School to Itinerant Instructional Elementary Literacy Coach for the District (2021-119) (Effective 7/1/21), Heather Pashal-Elementary Teacher at Collinsville High School to Itinerant Instructional Elementary Mathematics Coach for the District (2021-120) (Effective 7/1/21), Beverly Ledbetter-Secondary Mathematics Teacher at Sylvania High School to Itinerant Instructional Secondary Mathematics Coach for the District (2021-121) (Effective 7/1/21), Cori Wills-Elementary Teacher at Collinsville High School to Itinerant ARI Instructional Coach at Crossville Elementary School (2021-122) (Effective 7/1/21), Marilyn Brown-High School Counselor at Geraldine High School to Elementary Teacher at Sylvania High School (2021-124) (Effective 6/1/21) (Effective 7/1/21), Hannah Brooks-Elementary Teacher at Geraldine High School to Elementary Teacher at Sylvania High School (2021-111) (Effective 6/1/21) (Effective 7/1/21), Corey Dupree-Secondary Mathematics Teacher at Valley Head to Principal at Valley Head High School (2021-077) 2-year probationary contract (6/1/21-6/30/21) (Effective 7/1/21), Valerie Arnold-Business Education Teacher at Collinsville High School to Itinerant Career Coach for the District (2021-093) (Effective 7/1/21), Placements (All placements are made pending a background review meeting suitability criteria and negative, pre-employment drug screen and appropriate certification), Brian Mashburn-Bus Driver-Fyffe High School (2021-055) (Effective 8/1/21), Jason Lindsey-Elementary Teacher-Plainview High School (2021-109) (Effective 8/1/21), James Shankles-Secondary Teacher and Varsity Boys Basketball Coaching Duties-Crossville High School (2021-095) (Effective 8/1/21), Melanie Wren-Elementary Teacher-Crossville Middles School (2021-104) (Effective 8/1/21), Jamie Pruett-Secondary Teacher/Head Girls Basketball Coaching Duties-Ider High School (2021-106) (Effective 8/1/21), Madison Hagler-Itinerant Fine Arts Teacher-District (2021-123) (Effective 8/1/21), Jennifer Wayner-Elementary Teacher-Crossville Middles School (2021-129) (Effective 8/1/21), Jordan Gilbert-Elementary Teacher-Geraldine High School (2021-130) (Effective 8/1/21), Kayla Hammonds Williams-Elementary Teacher-Ider High School (2021-131) (Effective 8/1/21), Brody Allen-Secondary English Language Arts Teacher-Ruhama Jr. High School (2021-132) (Effective 8/1/21), Trey Gilbert-Elementary Teacher-Geraldine High School (2021-130) (Effective 8/1/21), Hannah Vann-Elementary Teacher-Sylvania High School (2021-134) (Effective 8/1/21), Lillian Hawkins-Elementary Teacher-Crossville Elementary School (2021-141) (Effective 8/1/21), Ryan Clark-Head Softball Coaching Duties-Sylvania High School, Ian Richards-Head Baseball Coaching Duties-Sylvania High School, Tammy Greanleaf-CNP Worker-Fyffe High School (2021-054) (Effective 8/1/21), Mandy Santiago-CNP Worker-Sylvania High School (2021-069) (Effective 8/1/21), Leslie Foster-CNP Worker-Plainview High School (2021-108) (Effective 8/1/21), Josh Strange-Custodian (12 months)-Geraldine High School (2021-137) (Effective 7/1/21), Nicole Stiefel-SPED Pre-K Testing-Pre-School, Otis Washington-Mental Health Coordinator-Title I, Jami Traylor-Ider Custodial Support-ESSER, Tasha Troxtel-Ider Custodial Support-ESSER, Priscilla Frazier-DVA English Language Arts Teacher-Local, Deanna Brown-Language Acquisition Coach-State EL, Matthew McCollum-Student Technician-Local, Margaret Brown-Clerical Central Office-Local, Angel Blanks-Substitute Bus Drive-Migrant, Plainview Summer 3-5 Intervention Program, Gregario Sarabia-Collinsville High School, Ryan Johnson-Crossville Elementary School, Combine the Salary Schedules of the Administrative Assistant to the CNP Directory, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent, and Assistant to the Federal Programs Coordinator, Athletic Club Supplement-Plainview Basketball Head Coach Robi Coke, Authority to enter into lease Agreement/Instructional Service Space (ESSER Funds). The Emory-LaVista Parent Council where he served as Co-President. Incorporation of Collinsville. The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for statistical purposes. The technical storage or access is necessary for the legitimate purpose of storing preferences that are not requested by the subscriber or user. Haz clic aqu para obtener ayuda! More Options . Skip navigation. At the meeting, the board accepted three bids and handled a number of personnel matters. After completing the online registration please Records also indicate that the work was done on days school was in session in District 65. Partly cloudy skies early will become overcast later during the night. Water or Power Bill in the custodial guardian's name. Stone Mountain, GA 30083 | P: 678.676.1200, @ Robert R. Freeman Administrative & Instructional Complex, www.dekalbschoolsga.org/board-of-education/, www.dekalbschoolsga.org/communications/dstv, 5:45 pm- Community Input Session (In-Person & virtual). Board members Monty Darwin, Carol Hiett, and Robert Elliott voted for Lyles with Randy Peppers and Chris Andrews voting no. Lyles, who has served as principal at both. Timmons, a native of Rainsville will receive his regular monthly pay as Instructional Supervisor at the Central Office with a supplement being provided for serving as Interim Superintendent. I made the same plea when the Board meeting began and only Mr. [Marshall] Orson supported my motion to postpone the critical conversation.. racist or sexually-oriented language. Low 59F. In his lawsuit, Crew cited remarks by Dr. Morley about his late wife being white. Crew filed suit and in the end, the district paid him a $750,000 settlement. The board of directors of Provost Academy of Georgia, a start-up Georgia virtual charter high school. DeKalb County Board of Education Meeting 2/22/22 This evening was the monthly meeting for the DeKalb County Board of Education. Click the link below to download the district board meeting schedule. forwarded that letter to the Attorney General. Board members Monty Darwin, Carol Hiett, and Robert Elliott voted for Lyles with Randy Peppers and Chris Andrews voting no. The following Contracts were approved by the Board: Luette Benefield - Contracted Band Teacher - Collinsville (Summer, School year), Jordan Todd King - CNP Worker (1 hour) - Henagar Jr. High School. The Georgia Open Meetings Act states that any public agency, including school boards, must notify the public of any called meeting at least 24 hours in advance. 2022-2023 School Calendar; 2023-2024 School . But later the meeting time was changed to 4:45 p.m., creating a conflict which resulted in two board members not being present when the school board voted to fire the superintendent. Meetings discussing the regular business of the county are typically held on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month and begin at 9:00 am in the Maloof Auditorium at 1300 Commerce Drive unless otherwise noted. Low around 55F. Highs in the upper 70s and lows in the upper 50s. Patrons are encouraged to enjoy meeting with Board members prior to the meeting. Home - DeKalb County Board of Education (256) 638-6921 Home Calendar 2022-2023 School Calendar 2023-2024 School Calendar Students Bullying/Harassment Complaint Form Student Handbook PowerSchool Student Portal Title IX Policy and Procedures Employment Classified Certified Administrative Departments Transportation School Zones District Map Staff