Putnam County Schools public meetings in 2024
56 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education is meeting to discuss the 2025-2026 school calendar and consider the issuance of Series 2025 public school bonds. The board will also review budget amendments, personnel changes, and student affiliation agreements.
- Proposed issuance of Public School Bonds, Series 2025, not to exceed $49,870,000
- Public hearing for the 2025-2026 school calendar
- Approval of November bills and invoices totaling $2,931,135.87
- Budget supplements and transfers including $31,797.68 for Toyota 4T
- Student affiliation agreement with WVU School of Medicine
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education approved a resolution to issue up to $49,870,000 in public school bonds (Series 2025), subject to a School Building Authority award and further board action. The board also approved budget amendments, personnel changes including resignations and new hires, a transportation contract with River Ridge Community Church, and a student affiliation agreement with WVU. Two public hearings on the 2025-2026 school calendar were announced for December 16, 2024 and January 6, 2025.
- Resolution authorizing up to $49,870,000 in Public School Bonds, Series 2025
- Budget amendments totaling $31,797.68 (Toyota 4T), $8,765.00 (Local Current Expenditures), and $2,300.97 (Local School Transfers); total operating balance $199,073,698.17
- Approved work-based learning sites: World Wide Equipment (Cross Lanes), J.C. Long Concrete (Hurricane), NIS (Hurricane)
- Transportation contract with River Ridge Community Church for Bechtel Summit trip June 9-13, 2025
- Personnel actions: resignations, new hires, transfers, and leaves of absence for multiple schools
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Board of Education met to approve the 2024-2025 Strategic Plan as Board Goals and review certified election returns for a passed school bond. The body also approved budget amendments, personnel changes, and a student affiliation agreement with West Virginia University.
- Adoption of the Putnam County Schools Strategic Plan as Board Goals for 2024-2025
- Certified election returns showing the School Bond passed with 16,031 YES votes and 8,791 NO votes
- Budget supplements including $2,000 Country Roads STEM Grant and $9,000 Japanese Immersion
- Student Affiliation Agreement with WV University School of Medicine for student fieldwork
- Approval of student trips to Lake Buena Vista, FL; Millersburg, OH; Columbus, OH; and Mason, OH
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education will vote on budget amendments, a student affiliation agreement with WV University, and adoption of the 2024-2025 strategic plan. The board will also discuss the certified election results showing the school bond passed with 16,031 yes votes (about 65%) and 8,791 no votes.
- School bond passed with 16,031 yes votes (approx. 65%) and 8,791 no votes
- Board to consider adopting 2024-2025 strategic plan as board goals
- Budget amendments including $2,000 Country Roads STEM Grant and $9,000 Japanese Immersion
- Personnel actions: resignations, new hires, transfers, and leaves of absence
- Overnight/out-of-state trips approved: BHS cheerleading to Florida, band to King's Island, and more
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Board accepted the resignation of President Robert Cunningham and held actions to elect new officers. Members also reviewed several budget amendments, including a $736,425.00 transfer for the EES MIP Project.
- Resignation of Board Member Robert Cunningham
- Budget amendment: $736,425.00 for EES MIP Project
- Budget amendment: $18,969.00 for Arts & Culture - PHS
- Approval of Data Sharing Agreement with Mathematica Inc.
- Approval of Friends with Paws Therapy Dog Program
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education will accept the resignation of Board President Robert Cunningham and elect new officers. The board will also appoint someone to fill the unexpired term. Other action items include budget amendments, a data-sharing agreement for a school foods study, and a resolution urging the state to stabilize PEIA.
- Resignation of Board President Robert Cunningham, effective Nov. 11, 2024
- Election of officers and appointment to fill the vacant board seat
- Budget amendments including $736,425 for EES MIP Project and $100,000 internal transfer
- Memorandum of Understanding with Mathematica Inc. for 2024-2025 National School Foods Study
- Resolution urging West Virginia to stabilize the Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Board of Education is reviewing several budget supplements, including $310,947 for 'Tools for Schools.' The agenda also includes approving architect selections for Hurricane Middle School and athletic facility improvements, pending bond passage.
- Budget amendments including $102,559.00 for Early Literacy and $310,947.00 for Tools for Schools
- Selection of ZMM Architects and Engineers for Hurricane Middle School and McKinley Architecture and Engineering for athletic facility improvements
- Approval of work-based learning sites at Nitro McDonalds and Cross Lanes Walmart
- Purchase order for WV Military Authority in the amount of $319,999.92
- Memorandum of Understanding with Mountaineer Challenge Academy for student transcripts and diplomas
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education approved several action items, including selecting ZMM Architects and Engineers for a new Hurricane Middle School and McKinley Architecture and Engineering for health and safety improvements, contingent on bond passage and state approval. The board also approved budget amendments totaling over $417,000 in grants and transfers, a memorandum of understanding with the Mountaineer Challenge Academy, work-based learning sites, a transportation contract, and personnel changes including resignations and new hires.
- Architect selection for new Hurricane Middle School (ZMM Architects) and health/safety improvements (McKinley Architecture) pending bond passage
- Budget amendments: $1,293 National Board Reim, $2,500 Tech Centers That Work, $250 K-2 Classroom Grant, $102,559 Early Literacy, $310,947 Tools for Schools
- Purchase order of $319,999.92 to WV Military Authority
- Memorandum of Understanding with Mountaineer Challenge Academy for student transcripts and diplomas
- Work-based learning sites approved: McDonald's (Nitro), Walmart (Cross Lanes), A-B Contracting (Point Pleasant), Tudor's (Hurricane)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education will vote on budget amendments, personnel actions including resignations and new hires, and student expulsions. They will also discuss the school system's accreditation status, a School Building Authority needs project presentation, and updates on the 2024 school bond.
- Budget amendments: internal transfers of $5,225.87 (ARP HMLS), $182,772.39 (ARP HMLS), $761,129.60 (ARP ESSER), and $761,129.60 (School Allocations)
- Personnel actions: multiple resignations, new hires, transfers, and leaves of absence across various schools
- Purchase order: $80,726.88 to WV Supreme Court of Appeals
- Bills and invoices paid for September 2024: $2,732,155.54
- Discussion of Putnam County School Approval Status and Accreditation (all indicators met) and School Building Authority needs project presentation
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education met on October 21, 2024, and approved several items including budget amendments, personnel actions, student expulsions, and a consent agenda. The board also recognized the 2025 West Virginia Teacher of the Year and Service Personnel of the Year, and discussed school accreditation and a bond update.
- Approved internal budget transfers totaling $949,127.86, including $761,129.60 for school allocations
- Approved a purchase order to the WV Supreme Court of Appeals for $80,726.88
- Approved personnel actions including resignations, new hires, and transfers across multiple schools
- Approved student expulsions (details not provided in agenda)
- Discussed Putnam County Schools' accreditation status and a School Building Authority needs project presentation
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education met on October 7, 2024, and approved a revised agenda that included budget amendments, several memorandums of understanding, work-based learning sites, and a comprehensive personnel action list. The board also approved minutes from previous meetings and heard delegations.
- Approved budget amendments totaling $197,878,077.77 operating budget balance, including carryover supplements and various fund adjustments.
- Approved MOUs for Grow Your Own WV Pathway to Teaching, Putnam Career & Technical Center with Mountain State Educational Service Cooperative, and Valley Park Conference Center as emergency alternate location.
- Approved work-based learning sites at Hurricane businesses including KFC, Game Stop, Taste of Asia, Creative Dentistry, Hurricane Fire Dept., Teays Valley Pediatric Dentistry, and Dr. O'Dell Orthodontics.
- Approved personnel actions including resignations, employment, transfers, leaves, and contracted services for various positions across the district.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education will vote on budget amendments totaling a $197,878,077.77 operating balance, approve a memorandum of understanding for a teacher pathway program, and authorize work-based learning sites. The board will also discuss updates on the 2024 bond and a career fair.
- Budget amendments showing a $197,878,077.77 total operating budget balance as of October 7, 2024
- Memorandum of Understanding for the Grow Your Own WV Pathway to Teaching program
- Approval of work-based learning sites at Kentucky Fried Chicken (Hurricane) and Game Stop (Hurricane)
- Memorandum of Understanding with Valley Park Conference Center as an emergency alternate location
- Personnel actions including resignations, new hires, transfers, and a leave of absence
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education held a special meeting to approve the financial statements for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, and to act on personnel items. The board approved the financial statements and a list of personnel actions including new hires, transfers, and a leave of absence. The meeting also included a consent agenda item approving a volunteer coach.
- Approved financial statements for year ending June 30, 2024
- Approved personnel actions including new hires, transfers, and a leave of absence
- Approved volunteer coach Brett Morris for BES/Education Elevators 2024-25
- Approved consent agenda items
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education held a special meeting to approve the financial statements for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, and to act on a list of personnel items including employment, transfers, and leaves. The board also approved a consent agenda item for a volunteer coach. All motions passed unanimously.
- Approved financial statements for year ending June 30, 2024
- Approved personnel actions including new hires, transfers, and a leave of absence
- Approved volunteer coach Brett Morris for Buffalo Elementary School (Education Elevators)
- Approved minutes of the April 1, 2024 regular meeting
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education will vote on new policies, personnel actions including resignations and hires, and agreements for student work-based learning sites. The board will also discuss the WV Balanced Scorecard results for the 2023-2024 school year.
- Approve Policy 8.11 Information Security and Policy 1.19 Compensation for Board Members
- Approve work-based learning sites including Teays Valley Cinemas, Kentucky Fried Chicken, and others
- Approve personnel actions including resignations, employment, and transfers across multiple schools
- Approve a transportation contract with Teays Valley Christian School for a health career showcase
- Approve bills and invoices for August totaling $3,539,204.67
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education approved two new policies (Information Security and Board Member Compensation), a revised agreement with the City of Poca and the PRO Program, and multiple work-based learning sites for students. The board also approved a transportation contract with Teays Valley Christian School and a personnel agenda including resignations, hires, and transfers.
- Approved Policy 8.11 Information Security and Policy 1.19 Compensation for Board Members (effective July 1, 2026)
- Approved work-based learning sites including Teays Valley Cinemas, Kentucky Fried Chicken, and others
- Approved agreement with Marshall University College of Health Professions for internship education program
- Approved transportation contract with Teays Valley Christian School for student transport to CAMC Health Career Showcase
- Approved personnel actions including resignations, hires, and transfers
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education met on September 3, 2024, and approved a revised agenda that included personnel actions (resignations, employment, transfers), agreements with universities and community programs, and updates to policies and courses. The board also approved the Superintendent's goals for 2024-2025 and a service agreement for privately funded therapy.
- Approved personnel actions including resignations, employment, and transfers (e.g., Sydney G. Bowen, David A. Broadwater, Krista D. Smith)
- Approved agreements with Marshall University, Concord University, and Mission West Virginia (Bridge Project at Hurricane High School and Putnam Career and Technical Center)
- Approved Pre-K service agreements with Forrest Burdette Memorial United Methodist Church Preschool, Tri-County YMCA Preschool, Stepping Stones Academy, Winfield Child Development Center, and Appalachian Council Head Start
- Approved updated dual credit course list per WVDE Policy 2510 Appendix A
- Approved Superintendent's goals for 2024-2025
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education will meet on September 3, 2024, to act on several new business items, including approving work-based learning sites for students, a service agreement with Above & Beyond Therapy for Autism and More, and Pre-K services at three community locations. The board will also consider memorandums of understanding with Marshall University, Mission West Virginia, Concord University, and the M3T Project, as well as approve the superintendent's goals for 2024-2025. Consent agenda items include purchase orders totaling $312,564.57 and a list of non-resident transfers.
- Approval of work-based learning sites for grades 9-12 covered by WV Board of Risk and Insurance Management
- Service Agreement with Above & Beyond Therapy for Autism and More for privately funded therapy in schools
- Pre-K services at Forrest Burdette Memorial United Methodist Church Preschool, Tri-County YMCA Preschool, and Stepping Stones Academy
- Memorandum of Understanding with Mission West Virginia for the Bridge Project at Hurricane High School and Putnam Career and Technical Center
- Purchase orders: City of Hurricane $76,999.92, Town of Winfield $74,500.00, Audio Enhancement, Inc. $161,064.65
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education will vote on several new business items, including agreements for dual credit pathways with Marshall University and WV State University, a contract with NEOLA, Inc. for policy services, and a memorandum of understanding with WomenCare, Inc. for dental services. The board will also consider a large slate of personnel actions, including resignations, new hires, and transfers. The meeting includes a second reading of policies on information security and board member compensation.
- Memorandum of Understanding with Marshall University for dual credit pathways in Engineering/IT, Allied Health, and Education
- Memorandum of Understanding with WV State University for dual credit pathways in Business, Criminal Justice, Computer Science, Education, Health Sciences, Nursing, Social Sciences, and Social Work
- Agreement with NEOLA, Inc. to provide services and templates for board bylaws and policies
- Memorandum of Understanding with WomenCare, Inc. to provide dental services to underserved students
- Personnel actions including multiple teacher hires, resignations, and position creations/abolishments
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Board of Education approved several agreements, including a memorandum of understanding for free dual credit courses through Marshall University and West Virginia State University. They also authorized dental services for underserved students via WomenCare, Inc. and an agreement with Mountain State Educational Services.
- Memorandum of Understanding with WomenCare, Inc. DBA Family Care Health Centers for student dental services
- Dual credit pathway agreements with Marshall University and West Virginia State University
- Agreement with Mountain State Educational Services for one at-will teacher
- Agreement with NEOLA, Inc. for board bylaws and policy templates
- Policy second readings for Information Security (8.11) and Board Member Compensation (1.19)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education voted to place a $49,870,000 bond issue on the November 5, 2024 ballot to fund a new Hurricane Middle School, with closure of the existing school if the bond passes. The board also approved a $435,940 HVAC replacement contract for Hurricane High School, renewed Prevention Resource Officer agreements with four towns, and approved a memorandum of understanding for student training land use with the Putnam County Development Authority. Personnel actions included multiple resignations and new hires across the district.
- Bond election order for $49,870,000 to build new Hurricane Middle School and close existing one
- Low bid of $435,940 from DSO Mechanical for Hurricane High School HVAC replacement
- Updated Prevention Resource Officer agreements with Town of Poca, Town of Eleanor, Town of Buffalo, and City of Hurricane
- Memorandum of Understanding with Putnam County Development Authority for student training land use
- Approved 15 work-based learning sites including McDonald's, Tractor Supply, and Tudor's Biscuit World
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education will consider ordering a November 5, 2024 bond election for up to $49,870,000 to build a new Hurricane Middle School and close the existing one. The board will also vote on a $435,940 HVAC replacement contract for Hurricane High School, approve Prevention Resource Officer agreements with four towns, and act on personnel items including resignations, hires, and transfers. Several other routine items such as budget amendments, policy reviews, and memorandums of understanding are on the agenda.
- Bond election order for $49,870,000 to fund new Hurricane Middle School and close existing school
- Low bid of $435,940 from DSO Mechanical for Hurricane High School HVAC replacement
- Prevention Resource Officer agreements with Town of Poca, Town of Eleanor, Town of Buffalo, and City of Hurricane
- Agreement with Putnam County Commission for one deputy as Prevention Resource Officer at elementary schools
- Approval of 15 work-based learning sites for students including McDonald's, Tractor Supply, and local grocery stores
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
This is a special meeting/work session focused on pre-bond planning. The board will hear a presentation from ZMM, a consulting firm, to discuss potential bond projects. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and information only.
- Pre-bond planning work session with ZMM consultants
- No consent agenda, general business, or discussion items listed
- Meeting is a work session, not a regular business meeting
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education will vote on amended policies (attendance, substitute employment, grievance, suspension), a memorandum of understanding with The Education Alliance AmeriCorps Program, and agreements for bond counsel and financial advisory services related to proposed 2025 school bonds. The board will also consider personnel actions including resignations, new hires, and a three-day unpaid suspension.
- Second reading and approval of amended policies on attendance, substitute teachers/service personnel, grievance procedure, and suspension
- Approval of MOU with The Education Alliance AmeriCorps Program
- Engagement of Bowles Rice LLP as bond counsel for proposed Series 2025 general obligation school bonds
- Financial advisory agreement with Crews & Associates for bond issuance
- Service agreement with Kanawha County Schools for processing Medicaid claims
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education met on July 15, 2024, and took action on several items, including approving amended policies, a bond counsel agreement with Bowles Rice LLP, a financial advisory agreement with Crews & Associates, and various personnel actions. The board also approved a service agreement with Kanawha County Schools for Medicaid claims processing and a FamilyCare agreement for mobile health units.
- Approved agreement with Bowles Rice LLP as bond counsel for proposed General Obligation Public School Bonds, Series 2025
- Approved Financial Advisory Agreement with Crews & Associates for bond issuance services
- Approved amended policies on attendance, substitute employment, grievance procedure, and suspension
- Approved MOU with Putnam County 911/EM for use of George Washington Middle School gymnasium and bus during county fair
- Ratified 3-day unpaid suspension of a professional employee (name redacted)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education will hold its regular meeting on July 1, 2024, to handle organizational matters including electing a president and vice president for two-year terms, setting regular meeting dates, and approving minutes. The board will also consider first readings of several policy updates, approve budget amendments and transfers, and cancel outstanding checks from the prior fiscal year.
- Elect president and vice president for two-year terms
- First reading of policies on attendance, substitute teachers, grievance procedure, and suspension
- Approve budget amendments totaling $191,731,041.66 operating budget, including transfers for technology, capital projects, and building projects
- Cancel prior year's outstanding checks totaling $10,038.09 in payroll and various accounts payable
- Administer oaths of office to board members Hatfield and Wells
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education held its statutory/regular meeting on July 1, 2024, covering organizational items, policy readings, and financial approvals. The board elected officers, set meeting dates, and approved the payment of bills and prior minutes. It also approved budget amendments and transfers totaling over $192 million, and cancelled prior years' outstanding checks.
- Elected board president and vice president for two-year terms
- Approved budget amendments and transfers, including $600,000 USDA Donated Foods and $245,937.53 Summer Feeding
- Cancelled prior years' outstanding checks totaling $10,038.09 in payroll and various accounts payable
- First reading of policies on licensure requirements, attendance, substitute employment, grievance procedure, and suspension
- Set regular meeting dates and authorized treasurer to pay bills per state policy
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education will consider approving a $91,395.32 contract for Zonar, a student transportation management system with GPS for all buses and vehicles. The board will also act on budget amendments and transfers, an easement agreement with the City of Winfield, several memorandums of understanding, and a large personnel agenda including resignations and new hires.
- Approve $91,395.32 Zonar transportation management system with GPS for all buses
- Approve budget amendments including $9,500 for Japanese Immersion, $86,222 Local, $25,000 Ed Alliance, $500 Academic Showdown; total operating budget $191,998,878.07
- Approve easement agreement with City of Winfield for sidewalk construction/maintenance
- Approve MOU with WV Military Authority for 4 Future Leaders Program instructors for 2024-2025
- Approve personnel actions including resignations and employment assignments
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education approved a $91,395.32 contract with Zonar for a student transportation management system with GPS for all buses and maintenance vehicles. The board also approved budget amendments, several agreements, and personnel actions.
- Approved $91,395.32 Zonar contract for GPS on all buses and vehicles
- Approved budget supplements/transfers including $9,500 for Japanese Immersion and $86,222 local funds
- Approved easement agreement with City of Winfield for sidewalk construction/maintenance
- Approved MOU with WV Military Authority for 4 Future Leaders Program instructors
- Approved transportation contracts with Forrest Burdette Com, Rock Branch Independent Church, and Lighthouse Christian Academy
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on June 3, 2024, to consider budget amendments, approve new high school and middle school math textbooks, and act on a list of personnel resignations and hires. The board will also enter executive session to discuss the superintendent's annual evaluation, with no action expected. The agenda includes routine procedural items like approval of minutes and public delegations.
- Budget amendments totaling $48,741.35 for various grants and programs, including $36,300 for Summer 2024 INVEST Conference and $10,152 for IDEA Assistive Technology
- Memorandum of Agreement with WVU Extension Office
- Textbook adoptions for high school math (Savvas, Big Ideas, McGraw-Hill, Cengage) and middle school math (Savvas, Big Ideas) for 2024-2025
- Personnel actions: resignations (e.g., Gabriel D. King, Assistant Principal at Winfield High School) and employment assignments (e.g., Matthew J. Wright, PE teacher at Buffalo High School)
- Executive session for annual evaluation of Superintendent John G. Hudson
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education met on June 3, 2024, to approve several routine items including budget amendments, textbook adoptions for high schools and middle schools, a transportation contract, and a memorandum of agreement with WVU Extension. The board also entered executive session to discuss the superintendent's annual evaluation, taking no action. Personnel actions included resignations, employment assignments, and transfers.
- Budget amendments totaling $36,300 for Summer 2024 INVEST Conference, $800 for Let's Fly WV, $600 for NB Classroom Grant, $889.35 for IDEA Bootcamp Grant, $10,152 for IDEA Assistive Technology
- Internal transfers including $19,264.55 from ARP ESSER, $2,034.24 from Title I Schools, $4,381.02 from School Allocations, and various Title II, III, IV amounts
- Approved high school math textbook adoptions from Savvas, Big Ideas, McGraw-Hill, and Cengage for 2024-2025
- Approved middle school math textbook adoptions from Savvas and Big Ideas for 2024-2025
- Approved transportation contract with River Ridge Community Church to transport students to Bechtel Summit
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education held a special meeting to conduct a budget hearing and approve the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget. The board voted unanimously to adopt a total budget of $153,614,479, pending approval by the West Virginia State Board of Education. The meeting also included the Pledge of Allegiance, roll call, and adjournment.
- Adopted general current expense budget of $138,288,125
- Adopted special revenue fund budget of $13,856,185
- Adopted debt service fund budget of $1,470,169
- Total budget of $153,614,479 pending state approval
- Unanimous vote by all five board members
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education met on May 20, 2024, and approved several actions, including budget amendments, new math textbooks for all grade levels, a clinical education agreement with Marshall University, and the purchase of five new school buses totaling $838,754. The board also affirmed the non-rehire of a probationary employee after a hearing and approved a list of personnel changes including resignations, employment, and assignments.
- Approved purchase of 3 school buses from Worldwide Equipment - Heritage for $462,778.00
- Approved purchase of 2 school buses from Matheny Motors for $375,976.00
- Approved budget amendments including $20,000 NSLP Equipment Grant and total operating budget of $191,828,914.72
- Adopted new math textbooks for high, middle, and elementary schools (Savvas, Big Ideas, McGraw-Hill, Cengage, Curriculum Associates)
- Approved Memorandum of Agreement with Marshall University College of Health Professions for clinical education program
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on May 20, 2024, to consider several action items, including budget amendments, textbook adoptions, a clinical education agreement with Marshall University, and the purchase of new school buses. The board will also hear a personnel hearing and approve a list of personnel actions, including resignations and new hires.
- Approve budget amendments totaling $73,307.42, including a $20,000 NSLP Equipment Grant and various local transfers
- Approve purchase of three school buses from Worldwide Equipment - Heritage for $462,778.00
- Approve purchase of two school buses from Matheny Motors for $375,976.00
- Adopt new math textbooks for high, middle, and elementary schools from vendors Savvas, Big Ideas, McGraw-Hill, Cengage, and Curriculum Associates
- Approve Memorandum of Agreement with Marshall University College of Health Professions for a clinical education program
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education held a special meeting on May 8, 2024, for specific personnel action. The board voted to ratify an unpaid suspension and terminate the contract of a service employee, whose name is blank in the agenda. The meeting was called by the board president and included procedural items like the flag salute and roll call.
- Ratify unpaid suspension and terminate contract of service employee (name not listed)
- Motion carried 4-0 by board members Cunningham, Knell, Hodges, Wells
- Special meeting held at 77 Courthouse Drive, Winfield, WV
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on May 6, 2024, to consider several action items. They will vote on budget amendments, a mental health services agreement, and a large list of personnel actions including resignations, hires, and transfers. The meeting also includes recognitions of student achievements and public comment.
- Budget amendments: $29,909 CN Matching Grant; total operating budget $191,755,607.90; internal transfers $80,459.88 (Perkins) and $91,944.42 (CTE)
- Memorandum of Understanding with Mountain Care Network for mental health services
- Personnel actions: multiple resignations, hires, and transfers across schools
- Recognitions: Hurricane High Show Choirs state champions, Winfield High National Merit Finalists, robotics award
- Approval of April 16, 2024 minutes
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education met on May 6, 2024, to approve budget amendments, a mental health services agreement, and a large list of personnel actions including resignations, hires, and transfers. The board also recognized student achievements and heard public delegations.
- Approved budget amendments including a $29,909 CN Matching Grant and internal transfers of $80,459.88 (Perkins) and $91,944.42 (CTE Secondary Block), with total operating budget of $191,755,607.90
- Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Mountain Care Network to increase access to mental health services
- Approved personnel actions including resignations, hires, and transfers effective for 2024-25 school year
- Recognized Hurricane High School Show Choirs as WV Show Choir Festival State Champions and other academic achievements
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education met in regular session and approved a series of routine administrative items, including budget amendments, a medication policy, and multiple personnel actions. The board also approved a memorandum of understanding with the Supreme Court of Appeals for a school-based probation officer and a memorandum of agreement with Marshall University Research Corp.
- Approved budget amendments totaling $191,725,698.90 operating budget, including supplements and internal transfers
- Approved Policy 5.19 Use of Medication, effective July 1, 2024
- Approved MOU with Supreme Court of Appeals for school-based probation officer
- Approved MOA with Marshall University Research Corp.
- Approved personnel actions including resignations, employment, transfers, and leaves
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on April 16, 2024, to act on several administrative items. These include approving budget amendments, a medication policy, and memorandums of understanding, as well as a large list of personnel actions such as resignations, reemployments, and new positions. The meeting will also include procedural items like the flag salute and approval of previous minutes.
- Budget amendments totaling $2,500 (Local - Korenergy), $3,080.46 (Local), $994.73 (IDEA - Travel Reim Grant), and $2,000 (Teacher Leadership Framework Grant), with a total operating budget of $191,725,698.90
- Approve Policy 5.19 Use of Medications, effective July 1, 2024
- Approve Memorandum of Understanding with the Supreme Court of Appeals for a school-based probation officer
- Approve Memorandum of Agreement with Marshall University Research Corp.
- Personnel actions including resignations, reemployments, and creation of positions at Hometown Elementary, Mountain View Elementary, and Winfield Elementary
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on April 1, 2024, to consider several action items, including budget amendments, approval of work-based learning sites, and a series of personnel actions. The agenda also includes a second reading of Policy 5.19 on the use of medication, which is for information only. The meeting will open with the Pledge of Allegiance, roll call, approval of minutes, and public delegations.
- Budget amendments totaling $5,780.20 for Robotics, $8,000 for Japanese Immersion, $491,866 for PHS MIP, and $505,000 for PHS Roof, among others, with a total operating budget of $191,717,123.71
- Approval of work-based learning sites at Francisco Heating and Air (Scott Depot), Bear Wood Company (Hurricane), Teays Valley Service Experts (Hurricane), and Steel Specialties (Dunbar)
- Personnel actions including resignations, employment, transfers, and creation of positions, such as a new 5th grade teacher at Winfield Elementary and a Business Education teacher at Hurricane High
- Second reading of Policy 5.19 Use of Medication (information only)
- Personnel hearings and actions as needed
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education met on April 1, 2024, and approved several action items, including budget amendments, work-based learning sites, and a comprehensive personnel agenda. The board also received information on a second reading of Policy 5.19 on medication use. All motions carried unanimously.
- Approved budget amendments including $505,000 for PHS Roof and $491,866 for PHS MIP, with total operating budget of $191,717,123.71
- Approved work-based learning sites at Francisco Heating and Air, Bear Wood Company, Teays Valley Service Experts, Steel Specialties, and Veteran Contracting
- Approved personnel actions including resignations, employment, transfers, and creation of multiple teaching and aide positions for 2024-25
- Approved transfers and realignments for 2024-25 school year, including Lisa D. Adams from Winfield HS to Hurricane HS
- Second reading of Policy 5.19 Use of Medication (information item)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education met on March 18, 2024, and approved a series of routine administrative actions, including budget amendments, personnel changes, and agreements. The board also approved the annexation of two elementary schools by the City of Hurricane for emergency services and a right-of-entry agreement for a road widening project.
- Approved budget amendments totaling $190,699,636.76 operating budget, including grants and internal transfers
- Approved personnel actions including resignations, hires, transfers, and leaves of absence
- Approved annexation of Mountain View Elementary and West Teays Elementary by City of Hurricane for police emergency services
- Approved right-of-entry agreement with AMT for WVDOH Teays Valley Road widening project
- Approved 2024-2025 Pre-K calendar and work-based learning sites for students
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on March 18, 2024, to act on a range of items including budget amendments, personnel changes, and school annexation. The board will also discuss updates on AEDs and math field day results. The agenda includes both action items and informational reports.
- Approve levy order for fiscal year ending June 30, 2025
- Approve budget amendments totaling $190,699,636.76 operating budget
- Approve annexation of Mountain View and West Teays Elementary by City of Hurricane for police services
- Approve purchase orders to Apple and Zones totaling $1,559,941.50
- Approve personnel actions including resignations, hires, and transfers
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education met on March 4, 2024, and approved several routine items including budget amendments, work-based learning sites, and a large list of personnel actions. They also placed a policy amendment to allow naloxone administration in schools for a 30-day public review. The meeting included recognitions of state champion sports teams and public comment procedures.
- Approved budget amendments including $76,500 for local playground and $225,000 for playground grants, total operating budget $190,605,780.25
- Approved 9 work-based learning sites for students, including Buffalo Tire and Brake, Five Guys, and Mainstreet Creamery and Grill
- Placed Policy 5.19 Use of Medication amendment to include naloxone administration for 30-day public review
- Approved personnel actions including resignations, employment, transfers, and leaves of absence
- Created summer positions for librarians, school nurses, and teachers for extended school year
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on March 4, 2024, at the Central Office in Winfield, WV. The board will vote on budget amendments, approve work-based learning sites, place a policy on medication (including naloxone administration) for public review, and act on a series of personnel items including resignations, hires, transfers, and leaves. The agenda also includes recognitions of state champion cross country and cheerleading teams.
- Budget amendments: $300 Teacher of the Year Grant, $76,500 Local - Playground, total operating budget $190,605,780.25; internal transfers including $18,418.83 IDEA FY 24, $225,000 Local - Playground Grants, $116,081.32 ARP ESSER, $7,600 Title I - Schools
- Work-based learning sites approved for students: Buffalo Tire and Brake, Eddie's Tire, Five Guys, Mainstreet Creamery and Grill, The Juice Box, 304 Complete Construction, Yeager Land LLC, Saminco Inc.
- Policy 5.19 Use of Medication amended to include administration of Naloxone, placed on 30-day public review
- Personnel actions: resignations (e.g., Timothy W. Johnson, Franklin D. Searls), hires (e.g., long-term substitutes, athletic trainer), transfers (e.g., Alex L. Johnson), and leaves of absence (FMLA, IMLOA, WVPL)
- Summer personnel positions created: librarians, school nurses, educational psychologist, and various grant-funded teaching positions (FEDARP, Camp Ready 4k, STEAM, etc.)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education held a regular meeting on February 19, 2024, approving a series of routine administrative actions. These included budget amendments and internal transfers, work-based learning sites, a grant agreement, an electrical easement, and a personnel agenda with resignations, hires, and transfers. The board also ratified a one-day unpaid suspension for an unnamed service employee.
- Approved budget amendments totaling $190,528,980.25 operating budget, with internal transfers including $326,598.30 for IDEA FY24 and $66,357.00 for BHS Track
- Approved work-based learning sites at Paramount Builders (St. Albans), Poca Valu-Rite Pharmacy, and Fruth Pharmacy (Winfield)
- Approved grant agreement with Education Alliance for CAREERS support
- Approved electrical easement/right of way for Appalachian Power at Hurricane Town Elementary School
- Approved personnel actions including resignations, hires, and transfers; ratified one-day unpaid suspension
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education is holding a special meeting to review and affirm, reverse, or modify a student expulsion decision. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 19, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. at the board office in Winfield, West Virginia.
- Review of student expulsion decision
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on February 19, 2024, at the Central Office in Winfield, West Virginia. The board will consider budget amendments, approve work-based learning sites, a grant agreement, an easement for Appalachian Power, and numerous personnel actions including resignations, employment, and discipline. The agenda also includes consent items for volunteer coaches, purchase orders, bills, and student trips.
- Budget amendments totaling $190,528,980.25 operating budget, with internal transfers for various funds including Title I, IDEA, and local special education.
- Approval of work-based learning sites at Paramount Builders (St. Albans), Poca Valu-Rite Pharmacy, and Fruth Pharmacy (Winfield).
- Grant agreement with Education Alliance to support educators, students, and families in CAREERS.
- Electrical easement/right of way for Appalachian Power at Hurricane Town Elementary School.
- Personnel actions including resignations, employment, and a one-day unpaid suspension for a service employee.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education will hold a special meeting on February 19, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. at the Central Office in Winfield, West Virginia. The agenda includes a work session on personnel professional development for board members, followed by adjournment. No other substantive items are listed.
- Work session on personnel professional development for BOE members
- Special meeting at Central Office, Winfield, WV
- Adjournment motion to next meeting at 7:00 p.m. at Board office
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on February 5, 2024, to consider several action items, including adopting an excess levy order for the May 14 primary election, approving budget amendments, and approving personnel changes. The board will also vote on dual credit courses, a service agreement, and using schools as voting precincts.
- Adopt Excess Levy Order for May 14, 2024 primary election
- Approve budget amendments totaling $190,512,330.31 operating budget
- Approve schools as voting precincts for 2024 elections
- Approve work-based learning sites for students (e.g., Walmart, McDonald's)
- Approve personnel actions including resignations and employment
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education met on February 5, 2024, and approved several routine items, including budget amendments, a dual credit course list, a service agreement, and personnel actions. The most consequential action was adopting an Excess Levy Order to be placed on the May 14, 2024 primary ballot for voter approval.
- Adopted Excess Levy Order for May 14, 2024 primary election
- Approved budget amendments totaling $190,512,330.31 operating budget
- Approved 25 schools as voting precincts for 2024 elections
- Approved work-based learning sites at 15 businesses
- Approved personnel actions including resignations and assignments
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education met on January 16, 2024, and approved several routine items, including budget amendments, a list of businesses for student work-based learning, and a series of personnel actions. The board also heard a presentation on emergency response in schools and postponed a recognition for Hurricane High School cheerleaders due to weather.
- Approved budget amendments including a $25,920.67 reduction in Title II FY24 funds and internal transfers totaling over $681,000 across various funds.
- Approved 30+ businesses as work-based learning sites for grades 9-12, including Arby's, Starbucks, WVU Medicine/Thomas Hosp., and Dutch Miller auto dealerships.
- Approved personnel actions including resignations, employment, transfers, and leaves of absence for teachers, aides, and bus operators.
- Heard a presentation on 'Sight On Scene Emergency Response Creating Safer Schools' by James Mason.
- Postponed recognition of Hurricane High School cheerleaders as AAA State Champions due to inclement weather.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on January 16, 2024, to consider routine administrative items including budget amendments, personnel actions, and consent agenda items. The board will also receive a presentation on emergency response in schools and recognize Hurricane High School cheerleaders for their state championship.
- Budget amendments totaling $25,920.67 reduction in Title II FY24 and $18,555.00 in local current expenditures, with internal transfers including $30,663.02 for Title I FY24 and $620,996.52 in local funds
- Approval of 30 work-based learning sites for students, including Sleepy Hollow, Arby's, Starbucks, WVU Medicine/Thomas Hosp., and multiple Dutch Miller dealerships
- Personnel actions including resignations, employment assignments, and a leave of absence, with positions at Eastbrook Elementary, Rock Branch Elementary, and other schools
- Approval of December bills and invoices totaling $2,543,845.59
- Approval of student trips including BHS Cheerleaders to Walt Disney World (Feb 7-13) and HHS Show Choir to Universal Studios (Mar 31-Apr 4)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education is holding a special meeting/work session focused on pre-bond planning, conducted by ZMM. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no old, new, personnel, general, or consent business listed. The board will open with the pledge and roll call, then adjourn.
- Pre-bond planning work session with ZMM
- Special meeting at Central Office in Winfield, WV
- No new or old business on agenda
- Adjournment motion carried unanimously
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on January 2, 2024, to act on several items, including adopting the 2024-2025 school calendar, approving budget amendments, and accepting a settlement offer from Altria related to JUUL litigation. The board will also consider personnel actions, including resignations, hires, transfers, and leaves of absence. The meeting includes a public hearing on the school calendar and a consent agenda with trips and facility use requests.
- Adopt 2024-2025 school calendar (public hearing held)
- Approve budget amendments: $28,000 ARP ESSER, $2,891.71 Title IV, $16,472.50 Title I, $5,137.97 local current expenditures; total operating budget $190,331,412.97
- Approve Altria settlement offer in JUUL Labs marketing/sales practices litigation
- Personnel actions: resignations (e.g., William D. Posey, Hurricane Middle), hires (e.g., Poca High teacher, Winfield High math teacher), transfers (e.g., Stacy L. Ballengee to Hurricane Town Elementary principal)
- Consent agenda: school trips (COSI, The Wilds, Indianapolis) and facility use (sheriff training, basketball practice)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2022- 2025
The Putnam County Board of Education held a regular meeting on January 2, 2024, where it approved the 2024-2025 school calendar, budget amendments, a settlement offer from Altria related to JUUL litigation, and various personnel actions. The board also approved consent agenda items including school trips and facility use requests.
- Adopted 2024-2025 school calendar after public hearings
- Approved budget amendments including $28,000 ARP ESSER, $2,891.71 Title IV, $16,472.50 Title I, and $5,137.97 local current expenditures
- Approved settlement offer from Altria Enterprises LLC, Philip Morris USA, Inc., and related entities in JUUL litigation
- Approved personnel actions including resignations, hires, transfers, and leaves of absence
- Approved school trips: WTES to COSI (May 16, 2024), WES to The Wilds (May 13, 2024), WHS Show Choir to Indianapolis (Feb 23-24, 2024)