Roane County Schools

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1. This meeting can be joined remotely. The public could join by calling 1-304-553-7794 and entering the provided conference ID or on Microsoft Teams using the provided link.
2. Consent Agenda - (Action)Motion by Terry Miller and seconded by John Gray to approve the following consent agenda as recommended by Michelle Stellato, Superintendent. Motion carried. (7:32 pm)
   1. Policies
      1. Second Reading
         1. Policy 512 - Areas of Critical Need and Shortage (revision)
         2. Policy 223 - Program of Study for High School (Grades 9 through 12) (revision)
      2. Third Reading & Adoption
         1. Policy 260 - Education Service Provider - Hope Scholarship Program (new)
   2. Student Transfers
      1. 2 Student transfers from Jackson County Schools (renewal)
3. Personnel Consent Agenda - (Action)Motion by James Minney and seconded by Eileen Richardson to approve the following personnel items as recommended by Michelle Stellato, Superintendent. Motion carried. (7:37 pm)
   1. Abolish Position(s)
      1. Secretary III (SMS), effective August 14, 2026
   2. Resignation(s)
      1. McGuire, Sumer - Aide V (Spencer Middle School), effective August 7, 2026
      2. Moats, Shane - Elementary Alternative Education Teacher (RCS - Student Support (75%), Spencer Elementary (25%)), effective August 7, 2026
      3. Lawson, Lauren - Substitute aide (RCS - Substitutes), effective August 11, 2026
      4. Eads, Tamara - Aide V / Special Education Assistant Teacher (Spencer Elementary School), effective August 11, 2026
   3. New Employment(s)
      1. Jett, Cynthia - Teacher / Wellness (Roane County High School), effective August 10, 2026
      2. Blatt, Grace - Teacher / Science (Spencer Middle School), effective August 14, 2026, Pending receipt of permit
   4. Transfer(s)
      1. Miller, Allison - Substitute teacher (RCS - Substitutes) to Teacher / 2nd Grade (Spencer Elementary School), effective August 14, 2026, Position is only for the 2026-27 School Year
      2. Patton, Cassie - Secretary I (Spencer Middle School) to Secretary II (Spencer Middle School), effective August 14, 2026
   5. Extracurricular(s)
      1. _______________________ - Assistant Football Coach, Auxiliary (Spencer Middle School), effective August 14, 2026Item 5.a. was withdrawn.
      2. _______________________ - Transportation Aide (evening, Bus #28) (RCS - Operations), effective August 14, 2026Item 5.b. was withdrawn.
      3. _______________________ - Assistant Coach, Wrestling Auxiliary (Roane County High School), effective August 14, 2026Item 5.c. was withdrawn.
4. Adjournment
   1. Adjourn until the next regular meeting on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at 6:00 pm at Roane County High School.The Superintendent thanked board members for attending the open houses, reported strong attendance at all three schools, and stated that the district was prepared for the start of school on Monday. Transportation schedules had been posted, and principals would share additional information with families. Mr. Minney reported that he had contacted several automobile dealerships regarding sponsorship of a vehicle for athletic travel. Ms. Stellato agreed to explore available options and provide updates to the board.Motion by Eileen Richardson and seconded by Terry Miller to approve. Motion carried. (7:40 pm)