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  • Greene County School Board approves partnership with Sumter County Schools for shared Career and Technical Education Project

    The Greene County Board of Education met in a called session, Tuesday, July 29, 2025, with all board members present. The purpose of the meeting was to consider a partnership with Sumter County School System in support of a Career and Technical Education (CTE) Facility Grant aimed at developing a regional CTE facility to serve high school students from both Sumter and Greene County.
    The project will create the Sumter-Greene Career Collaborative Center (SGCCC) as a regional CTE facility serving high school students from both Sumter and Greene County schools. Funding for the project is supported by the enactment of Alabama Senate Bill 253 (Alabama Workforce Pathways Act, different pathways for high school diplomas based on future career plans.)
    Prior to the called meeting, the Greene County Board held a work session to discuss the CTE Proposal with Superintendent Dr. Corey Jones, Attorney Hank Sanders, Sumter County Schools Superintendent, Dr. Marcy Burroughs, and State Department of Education Consultant, Mr. John Heard. At the close of the work session and following an executive session, the Greene County Board of Education, on the recommendation of Superintendent Jones, approved the proposed joint project, in open session, with four positive votes. Board Member Veronica Richardson opposed the measure.
    The request for State funding for the project will be submitted by the Sumter County School System. The dateline for submission is July 31, 2025. SB253 requires a collaboration between two school systems. Sumter County School System will be the Lead LEA and Greene County Schools will be the Partner LEA. If Sumter County is awarded the CTE grant, there will be no cost for Greene County’s participation.

    If funded, the SGCCC Project will support the construction of a modern CTE training facility on the grounds of Sumter Central High School near York, AL. The Sumter School System will have approximately 18 months to construct the facility, and 30 months to begin operations.
    The initial CTE program labs will include Welding Technology; HVAC/Electrical systems; Health Science; Automotive and Diesel Technology; Information Technology; Advanced Manufacturing. Greene County School System can enroll students in CTE career courses not available at its local Career Center.
    The project will integrate industry-standard equipment to support credentialing opportunities for scholars; provide collaboration with regional postsecondary institutions; and create partnerships with West Alabama Works. The SGCCC will serve as a shared regional resource, reducing duplication and maximizing the impact of state and local investment.
    The board also approved the following personnel items recommended by Dr. Jones.
    * Employment: Marva Smith – Long term sub (ACCESS) – GCHS; Anglee Coley – Gifted Specialist/Intervention teacher; Brandi Eubanks – Elementary teacher – RBMS.
    * Termination: Wanda Blakely, Special Education Director, effective July 29, 2025.

  • School board approves multiple personnel and administrative items

    Greene County Career Center demonstrates unlimited career opportunities for scholars

    The Greene County Board of Education met in regular session, Monday, July 21, 2025, with all board members in attendance. As part of his report to the board, Superintendent Dr. Corey Jones invited Ms. LaMonica Little, Career Coach at the Greene County Career Center for a presentation. She gave an overview of the various activities, including trips, students were engaged in during the previous school year. She noted that Greene County High School scholars are prepared for college, work force or military. The areas of workforce training include welding, heavy equipment operations, HVAC, various medical assistants programs and more. Once students compete training and are certified in the field, they are readily offered positions of employment.
    Students are also provided all assistance available to earn scores for college entrance. Ms. Little demonstrated multiple trips students are afforded to universities, industries, state and national competitions as part of their preparation. She said that there are unlimited career opportunities for students if they will do the work. “ If a student is still at home after graduation, then that student wants to just be at home,” she said.
    Superintendent Jones also presented his 11 Goals for administrating the school system during the upcoming school term.
    Then board approved the following personnel items recommended by the superintendent.
    * Rescind recall of Shana Lucy, Third grade teacher at Eutaw Primary School
    * Rescind TEAMS Contract 2025-2026 – Lorissa Holder – GCHS, Science (1 Year Contract)
    Resignations: Jennifer Miller-Reeves, SPED para-professional – Robert Brown Middle School, effective July 1, 2025; Samon Sanders – Truancy Officer Duties, effective May 30, 2025;
    Roshonda Clark, Second grade teacher – EPS.
    Employment: Devin Woods – ISS Instructor – RBMS; Dequandra Lyles – Elementary teacher – RBMS; Victoria Moore – TEAMS Science teacher – GCHS; Akeem Tyree – ISS Instructor – GCHS; Laquita Hunter – Long-term sub – Learning Academy; Kavalyn Bryant – First grade – EPS; Angela Pruitt – Third grade – EPS; Denetria Ruffin – Second grade – EPS; Zarquashia Taylor – Health Science teacher – GCCC; Glenda Hodges – Long-term sub (Special Services) – EPS;
    TEAMS Contract 2025-2026 – Victoria Moore – GCHS, Science (1Year Contract);
    * Voluntary transfer of Demetris Lyles from 4th grade teacher at Robert Brown Middle School to 6th grade teacher at Robert Brown Middle School, effective 2025 – 2025 school year.
    * Personnel for Summer Learning for the 2025-2026 school year: Brenda Lawrence – Nurse
    Salary for Mental Health Coordinator of $40,000 to be paid in accordance with the FY 2026 Mental Health Services Coordinator Grant.
    Additional Service Contracts 2025 – 2026 for the following employees at Greene County High School: (Separate Contract): Head Girls Basketball – Torethia Mitchell; Assistant Girls Basketball – Lorissa Holder; Head Boys Basketball (Varsity) – Howard Crawford; Head Girls Track – Tracey Hunter; Head Boys Track – Howard Crawford; Asst. Flag Football – Howard Crawford;
    The following to perform after hours CCR related activities during the 2025-2026 school year, to include weekend and after school activities: Paula Calligan; Tomora Morris-Hill; Shamyra Jones; Patricia Rhone; LaMonica Little; Tweila Morris; Tamika Thompson; Lorissa Holder; Janice Askew; Drenda Morton; Tura Edwards.
    Update to additional service contract to include Flag Football.
    Additional Service Contracts 2025 – 2026 for the following employees at Robert Brown Middle School: (Separate Contract): Tavaris Lacy –Head Basketball (Girls/Boys) – Rescind (approved at June 13, 2025 meeting); Tavaris Lacy – Head Basketball (Boys); Dequandra Lyles – Head Basketball (Girls.
    The board approved the following administrative items.
    * Partnership between the University of Alabama Health Resources and Service Administration Implementation IV Project and the Greene County School District to target 5th grade students at Robert Brown Middle on helping to build positive character skills.
    * Memorandum of Agreement between Greene County Board of Education and The University of Alabama for the district’s participation in BAMA-STOP School Violence Program.
    * Agreement between Greene County Board of Education and Governors Local Workforce Areas and Sirius Workforce LLC to provide summer personnel for summer 2025 work-based learning program.
    * Agreement between the Greene County Board of Education and Greene County Ambulance Service to provide ambulance services during home football games for the 2025 – 2026 season.
    * Quote from Divot Assets in the amount of $8,500 to perform on site inventory for FY 2025.
    * Travel for Juniors, Seniors and chaperons to tour Spelman College and Clark Atlanta University on July 31, 2025.
    * Adjustment of the summer rate for teachers to $50 per hour for the CTE Summer Camp, CTE Preparation and New Year Planning in relation to the CCR Grant. 
    * Adjustment of the all-day/weekend after hours rate for CCR related activities to $250 per day.
    * Agreement between the Greene County Board of Education and H&H Educational Services, LLC to provide psychometric services for the 2025-2026 school year.
    * Contractual Agreement for Greene County Board of Education and Denise Horton to serve as Instructional & Behavioral Aide for the system FY 2025-2026.
    * Agreement between the Greene County Board of Education and West Alabama Therapy, LLC to provide physical and occupational therapy to IDEA eligible students for the 2025-2026 school year.
    * Agreement between Greene County Board of Education and Kim Herren to provide developmental delay services for pre-school children during the 2025- 2026 school year. *Agreement between Greene County Board of Education and Tammy W. Lewis MSCCC-SLP to provide speech therapy services for the 2025-2026 school year.
    * Agreement between Greene County Board of Education and Behavioral Solutions of Mississippi for Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Consultative Services (behavior services) for the 2025-2026 school yea.r
    * Agreement between Greene County Board of Education and Demisha Stough to provide gifted services for the 2025-2026 school year (Second grade Child Find).
    * Contract between the Greene County Board of Education and West Central Officials Association for football officials for the 2025 – 2026 school year at GCHS.
    * Contract between Greene County Board of Education and Corey Morton to serve as technology assistant and provide technical support for the district for the 2025 – 2026 school year.
    * Memorandum of Agreement for Special Education Services between Community Service Programs of West Alabama, Inc. Head Start/Early Head Start and Greene County Board of Education for 2025 – 2026 school year.
    * Payment of all bills, claims, and payroll.
    * Bank reconciliations as submitted by Mrs. Marquita Lennon, CSFO.
    Contract between the Greene County Board of Education and West Central Officials Association for football officials for the 2025 – 2026 school year at RBMS.
    CNP Department rate increase for meal prices and salad prices beginning FY 2025-26.
    Service Contract between Greene County Board of Education and Zachary Rutledge to develop and provide a Dual Enrichment (Welding Level I Lab) program for students at Greene County Career Center for the 2025 – 2026 school year.
    CSFO Ms. Marquita Lennon presented the financial snapshots for the period ending June, 30, 2025. Points of Interest included: Operating Reserve – 8.33 months combined general fund; 8.34 months cash reserve. All bank accounts have been reconciled. General fund balance totaled $8,832,479.71 (reconciles to the summary cash report). Accounts payable check register totaled $229,188.01; Payroll register totaled $920,638.24 (total gross pay to include employer match items). Combined ending fun d balance totaled $8,815,832.25. In local revenue, property taxes totaled $21,049.69; sales taxes totaled $145,119.39; other taxes totaled $5,831.36. Local Revenue totaled $172,000.44.
    Ms Lennon noted that all the funds are in place for the Track & Field Project (Phase I of the Sports Complex at Greene County High School). The expected cost of Phase I will be approximately $1.9 million. The State Department of Education is providing a portion of the cost.

     

     

     

  • Board approves personnel adjustments for FY 2025

    Greene County School System continues student uniform policy

    The Greene County Board of Education met in regular session, Friday June 13, 2025. The meeting date was adjusted so board members could attend the annual Alabama Association of School Boards Summer Conference, scheduled the week of June 15.
    As part of his report to the board, Superintendent Dr. Corey Jones stated that the Greene County School System would continue its uniform policy for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. He explained that a survey had been sent on May 23, 2025, to school parents to get their input on whether the system should continue or abolish the student uniform requirement. Jones noted that, to date, there were less than 10% responses to the survey. The superintendent acknowledged that the surveys were designed for online responses, therefore, other approaches for responding to the survey may be needed. “Until more information is gathered, the board’s uniform policy will remain in effect,” he said.
    Superintendent Jones also reported that the ACAP reading scores for 3rd graders were received and 11 scholars did not make passing scores. These scholars are currently in summer school and will be eligible to take the reading test again. He noted that all the 8th graders at 
Robert Brown Middle School will advance to the Greene County High School.
    Jones said that although the school system’s report card grade has not been released yet, he did have information indicating that the 11th grade scholars improved on the ACT exam.
    The board approved the following personnel items recommended by the superintendent.
    * Recall Shana Lucy, 3rd grade teacher, Eutaw Primary School.
    * Rescind non-renewal of Dawn Cook, 6th grade teacher at Robert Brown Middle School.
    * Resignations: Dawn Cook, 6th grade teacher – Robert Brown Middle School; Dorothy Jones, School Nurse.
    Employment of Roshonda Clark – Second grade teacher at Eutaw Primary School for the 2025 – 2026 school year.
    Employment of Shalanda Collins – LPN for the system for the 2025 – 2026 school year.
    * Voluntary transfer of Talicia Williams from 6th grade Math TEAMS teacher at Robert Brown Middle School to 7th – 8th grade Math TEAMS teacher at Robert Brown Middle School, effective 2025 – 2025 school year.
    * Voluntary transfer of Robin Campbell from 1st grade teacher at Eutaw Primary School to Kindergarten teacher at Eutaw Primary school, effective 2025 – 2026 school year.
    * Summer feeding CNP workers for Eutaw Primary School at a rate of $19.00 per hour for managers and $17.00 per hour for cooks for six hours per day for four days a week, June 2 – 30, 2025. (Eutaw Primary School will used as a satellite kitchen.);Youlonda Coleman, Manager; Mary Hill, Cook; Loria Henderson, Cook.
    Additional Service Contracts 2025 – 2026 for the following employees at Robert Brown Middle School: (Separate Contract): Henry Miles – Head Football, Assistant Basketball (Girls/Boys); Tavaris Lacy – Assistant Football, Head Basketball (Girls/Boys); Felicia Smith – Cheerleader Sponsor.
    Participation/attendance in the Black Belt STEM Institute Program for implementation of the program at Robert Brown Middle School for the following teacher: (Funding Source: UWA Black Belt STEM Institute): Talicia Williams.
    School Resource Officers for Summer Learning Program at a rate of $15.00 per hour: Eutaw Primary School – Elston Carpenter; Robert Brown Middle School – Jim Knox; Greene County High School – Sidney Carpenter; Alternate as needed – Steve Davis.
    Additional Service Contracts 2025 – 2026 for the following employees at Greene County High School: (Separate Contract):Corey Cockrell – Head Varsity Football; Torethia Mitchell – Head Volleyball; Patricia Maiden – Assistant Volleyball; Tracey Hunter – Head Flag Football; Kiren Greene – Band Director; Paula Calligan-Leftwich – Dance Coach; Drenda Morton – Cheerleader Sponsor; Janice Jeames-Askew – Athletic Director.
    Stipend in the amount of $500 for Marilyn Knott, Counselor at Eutaw Primary School to give the ACAP Supplemental Reading Assessment during the week of June 23 – 27, 2025.
    Stipend in the amount of $100 for Carolyn Daniels, Special Education teacher at Eutaw Primary School to give the ACAP Supplemental Reading Assessment during the week of June 23 – 27, 2025.
    Bus Drivers to transport students to Stillman College for the Blackbelt Scholars STEM program that runs from June 23 – July 18, 2025: (Funding Source: Black Belt Scholars): Teresa Hill; Marilyn Finch.
    Transportation personnel for Summer Learning Program at rate of $25 for morning route and $25 for afternoon route for the equivalent of $50 per day: Arleen Jackson – Bus Aide.
    Transportation personnel for Summer Learning Program at rate of $50 for morning route and $50 for afternoon route for the equivalent of $100 per day: (Bus Drivers): Eddie Coats; George Pippen; Carla Russell; Gerald Holloway; Jerdin Grays; Natasha Lewis; Ayanna Crawford; Marcus Steele; James Gaines (SUB); Johnny Pelt (SUB).
    TEAMS Contracts 2025 – 26 for the following: Funding: ALSDE – Dutchess Jones – GCHS, Math (1 Year Contract); Krystal Flantroy – GCHS, Science (1 Year Contract); Lorissa Holder – GCHS, Science(1 Year Contract) Nashondra Ruffin – RBMS. Science (1 Year Contract); Talicia Williams – RBMS, Math (1 Year Contract); Kaneeda Coleman – GCHS, Math (Year 4, Expires June 30, 2027).
    The board approved the following administrative items.
    Amended contract between Greene County Board of Education and Educate to Excellence. *Agreement between Greene County Board of Education and Wallace Community College Selma/Demopolis to establish a Dual Enrollment for Dual Credit program, which enables eligible high school students to enroll in college-level courses through the College to dually earn credits for a high school diploma and a postsecondary educational credential.
    Service agreement between Greene County Board of Education and SchoolDog Solutions to participate in the SchoolDog Pilot Program (Funding Source: SDE).
    Quote from Tennessee Valley Metal to replace/repair awning at Robert Brown Middle in the amount of $43,687.
    FY 2025 Budget Amendments.
    Quote from Forefront Education to purchase required software approved by ALSDE for the Fractional Reasoning Screener that is to be given to 4th and 5th grade students in the amount of $2,280.
    Quote from M & H Construction to replace the flooring in front office of Robert Brown Middle School in the amount of $11,500.
    Payment of all bills, claims, and payroll.
    Bank reconciliations as submitted by Mrs. Marquita Lennon, CSFO.
    Agreement between Greene County Board of Education and Quitt Consulting to provide speech-language therapy services in the system for the 2025-2026 school year.
    Elevator Project at Robert Brown Middle School, contingent upon review and formal approval by the Department of Construction Management.
    CSFO Marquita Lennon presented the following financial snapshot ending May 31, 2025.
    Operating Reserve: 7.47 months combined general fund reserve; 7.53 months cash reserve. All bank accounts have been reconciled. General Fund Bank Balance totaled $7,945,266.66, (reconciles to the Summary Cash Report); Accounts Payable Check Register totaled $342,782.30; Payroll Register totaled $928,488.68 – (total gross pay, to include employer match items). Combined Ending Fund Balance: $8,012,836.21. Local revenue sources: Property taxes – $50,357.05; Sales taxes – $93,776.64; Other taxes – $7,901.32; Total – $152,038.01.
    CSFO Lennon also presented budget amendments for Fiscal year 2025, including carryovers from the previous year, for which the system is allowed two years to expend.
    Attorney Hank Sanders reported that although some bingo facilities have resumed operations in Greene County, contracts for community disbursements have not been worked out. Sanders also stated that Historical Horse Racing and Simulcasting is regulated by the Greene County Racing Commission, not the sheriff’s office.

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • Board sets superintendent’s 2025 salary

    School Board receives accolades for School Board Appreciation Month

    At the monthly Greene County Board of Education meeting, held Monday, January 27, 2025, Superintendent Dr. Corey Jones opened his report acknowledging January as School Board Appreciation Month, which was followed by presentations from the Central Office staff and the various schools. Prior to the meeting, the board members enjoyed a meal provided by the Central Office staff. The staff also presented a plaque to each board member. Eutaw Primary School personnel presented the board members with Certificates of Appreciation and other gifts. Greene County High School and the Greene County Career Center presented Certificates and gifts made by students in the Career Center. Robert Brown Middle School was scheduled to deliver their gifts of appreciation following the meeting.
    The Alabama Association of School Boards (AASB) encourages Alabama’s public education supporters to join in celebrating the dedicated service of school board members throughout the state. January marks the 31st annual School Board Member Recognition Month in Alabama.  
    The board approved the following personnel items recommended by Superintendent Jones.
    * Additional Service Contracts 2024 – 2025 for the following employees at Robert Brown Middle School: (Separate Contract): Felicia Smith, Cheerleader Sponsor; Cedric Murry, Head Boys Basketball Coach.
    * Additional Service Contracts 2024 – 2025 for the following employees at Greene County High School: (Separate Contract): Rodney Wesley, Baseball Coach; Tracey Hunter, Girls Track Coach;Howard Crawford, Boys Track Coach.
    * Resignation of Montoya Binion as After-School Tutorial Program teacher, effective January 7, 2025.
    Employment: Jorien Reeves, Mechanic Helper, for the Greene County School system; Glenda Hodges, Long-term substitute at Eutaw Primary School for the 2024 – 2025 school year.
    Catastrophic sick leave for Mrs. Angela White, Counselor at Greene County Career Center.
    The board approved the following administrative items.
    * Renewal of service agreement between the Greene County Board of Education and Albireo Energy to provide service, support, and software license for access controls for the HVAC and security systems at GCHS/GCCC.
    * Contract between Parchment K12 District Record Services to allow students and alumni to request transcripts.
    * Out of state and overnight travel for Greene County High Debate Team to travel to Mississippi State for a Debate Competition on March 26 – 27, 2025.
    * Travel for football coaches to attend Glazier Clinics Football Coaching Clinics in Atlanta, GA on February 20 – 23, 2025.
    * Revised service contract between Greene County Board of Education and Zachary Rutledge to do Welding Enrichment at Greene County Career Center.
    * Adjustments to the Additional Service Salary Schedule.
    * Payment of all bills, claims, and payroll.
    * Bank reconciliations as submitted by Mrs. Marquita Lennon, CSFO.
    Agreement with Gifted Specialist, Demisha Stough, to provide contractual services for the Special Education Department for the 2024-2025 school year.

    CSFO Mrs. Marquita Lennon presented the monthly financials as of December 31, 2024. The operating reserves indicated 6.49 months combined general fund reserves and 6.11 months in cash reserves. All bank accounts have been reconciled. Financial Snapshot: General Fund Bank Balance totaled $6,424,612.72n (reconciles to the Summary Cash Report); Accounts Payable Check Register totaled $201,301.62; Payroll Register totaled $933,637.76. Total gross pay to include employer match items. Combined Fund Balance totaled $6,767,200.46. Local Revenue: Property Taxes – $143,493.67; Sales Taxes – $104,410.56; Other taxes.
    School Board Attorney, Hank Sanders, who served on the committee with Board President Leo Branch and Vice President Veronica Richardson, to determine Superintendent Jones’ salary for the two year contract approved earlier by the board, reported that Dr. Corey Jones’ salary beginning July 1, 2025 is $150,000 annually. This is an increase of $11,600, approved unanimously by the board.
    The State Department of Education’s 2024 listing of superintendents salaries indicates that current salaries of superintendents in county schools adjacent to Greene County, as well as other superintendents in the Black Belt region, all exceed the current salary of Greene County’s superintendent. – $264; Amendment 743 – $60,000; Total Local Revenue – $308,168.23.

  • School Board and administrators hold roundtable discussion on School Safety Plans

    The Greene County Board of Education held a work session, Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024 on School Safety Protocol. The board members along with Superintendent Dr. Corey Jones held a roundtable discussion with school principals and the system’s safety officer on all the element in place to assure the safety of students, school personnel and school premises. Each school has a safety plan.
    Eutaw Primary School was represented by Principal Brittany Harris; Robert Brown Middle School by Assistant Principal Gary Rice; Greene County High School by Principal Andrea Perry; and the system’s Safety officer Rebecca Coleman. Ms. Coleman also presented the safety report for Teresa Atkins, Director of the Greene County Career Center.
    The school administrators detailed the components of the safety plan at each school, indicating the following:
    *Eutaw Primary has one resource officer who monitors the front driveway as buses arrive. Persons driving students to school must use the side entrance. Doors are locked at 7:48 am. All visitors must sign-in and get a visitor’s badge and sign-out. Monthly weather drills as well as shooter drills are conducted. There is a camera in the front office with 22 angels of the premises. Only the principal has access to the camera. Students are instructed to not open the front door for anyone.
    *Robert Brown Middle has similar arrangements with resource officers; metal detectors at entrance; doors locked; visitors signing-in, cameras and monthly drills. Mr. Rice also noted that students are monitored in the halls at all times. Students must get a pass for restroom breaks. Administrators use two-way radios to communicate on the premises. Mr. Rice noted that fencing is needed around the school; lighting in the parking areas; improvements with the intercom system.
    *Greene County High has resources officers; metal detectors; locked entrances, monthly drills and cameras. Students who drive to school must get a decal. Principal Perry noted that the lights in parking area need cleaning. Some doors need replacing. She said that the central office is notified when service personnel will be on campus.
    *Career Center has monthly drills with posted drill routes. There is a new metal detector, but cameras are needed for blind spots. Front door needs fixing. Facility needs outside lights.
    As Safety Officer, Ms. Rebecca Coleman offered the following recommendations to improve safety plans at each school: Cameras need professional cleaning; each school needs access cards to the building. These can work with the cameras. The Kirksey Center does not have a security monitoring system, except for the Federal Programs parental involvement area. She noted that her office is working on a digital Visitor ID System; ID badges for students and employees.
    Resource Officer Davis corroborated the safety measures in place and noted that Resource Officers are available at schools until 6:00 pm. Additional officers are hired for sports events.
    Davis said more signs should be posted stating that all school properties are Smoke Free, even at sports events.

  • Greene County Career Center receives National JAG Award and state program improvement grant

    The Greene County Board of Education met in regular session, Monday August 19, 2024 with all members present. In his opening statements, Superintendent Dr. Corey Jones noted that the opening of schools went well. In spite of the delay due to renovations, Robert Brown Middle School scholars are back on track.
    In his positive news reports, Dr. Jones stated that the Greene County Career Center (GCCC) has officially started the Technology Education and Learning Support Program (TEALS). TEALS helps schools build and grow sustainable computer science programs through partnerships between teachers and volunteers.
    Jones announced that the GCCC received the JAG (Jobs for Alabama Graduates) National 6-of-6 Award. This accolade recognizes the highest achieving states, regions and programs within the JAG National Network. JAG Specialist, Shamyra Jones accepted the award at the JG National Conference in Las Vegas.
    The Career Center was also awarded a $28,000 state grant for program improvement. The grant will be used to equip the marketing school-based enterprise and update cosmetology tools.
    In his update on construction and renovation projects, Superintendent Jones reported the following: Eutaw Primary School roofing is 98% complete; Press box at Robert Brown Middle School is 80% complete, due to power issues, but should be operative by first home football game; The HVAC project at RBMS is 75% complete and scheduled to be completed early September; RBMS windows project is 85% complete; doors project is complete with 22 new doors installed; The inspection of the elevator at RBMS was delayed due to a problem with the panel box. Once the parts are in, Johnson Control will repair the panel box; Regarding GCHS roofing warranty, J&J Services has approved a purchase order to repair the HVAC issues.
    The board approved the following personnel items recommended by the superintendent.
    * Resignation: Jasmine Armstead, Science teacher – GCHS, effective August 7, 2024.
    * Employment for the 2024 – 2025 school year: Mary McMillian – Bus Aide – GCSS; Debra Waiters – Part-time Parent Facilitator – GCSS; Marva Smith – Long-term substitute (ACCESS) – GCHS; Carla Russell – Bus driver for mid-day CTE route from GCCC to RBMS.
    * Authorization of the following employees to work concessions and ticket booths for the 2024-2025 school year at the Greene County High School Principal’s discretion: LaTanya Cockrell; Tracey Hunter; Sarah Brewer; Twelia Morris; Sharon Washington; Mary Henderson; Wanda Gaitor; Jacqueline Edwards – Custodial Services.
    * Three-year contract for CSFO, Marquita Lennon, effective September 1, 2024.
    Additional Service Contracts 2024 – 2025 for the following employees at Greene County High School: (Separate Contract): Patricia Maiden – Assistant Volleyball Coach.
    The board approved the following administrative items recommended by the superintendent.
    * Travel to the 2024 CTE Vision Conference December 4-7, 2024 in San Antonio, TX for the following potential attendees: (pending budget approval)Teresa Atkins; Andrea Perry;Tamika Thompson; Angela White.
    * Contract between Greene County High School and West Central Volleyball Officials Association for volleyball officials for the 2024 – 2025 school year.
    * Contract between Greene County High School and West Central Football Officials Association for football officials for the 2024 – 2025 school year.
    * Agreement between Greene County Board of Education and Integrity Event Security Providers, LLC to provide concealed weapons detection services at Greene County High School and Robert Brown Middle School for the 2024 – 2025 school year.
    * Payment of all bills, claims, and payroll.
    * Bank reconciliations as submitted by Mrs. Marquita Lennon, CSFO.
    Purchase of a copier for central office from Dex Imaging in the amount of $14,590.
    CSFO Marquita Lennon presented the monthly financials as of July 31, 2024. In points of interest she noted that the school system has 5.17 months in combined general fund reserve; 4.78 months cash reserve. All bank accounts have been reconciled. The financial snapshot was as follows: general fund bank balance totaled $5,883,377.74 (reconciles to the summary cash report); accounts payable check register totaled $959,487.37; payroll register totaled $879,406.86 (total gross pay, to include employer match items); combined ending fund balance totaled $6,369,486.91. Local revenue sources included property taxes at $15, 995.41; sales taxes at $107,265.01; other taxes at $2,261.59. Local revenue totaled $125,522.01.

  • Board approves additional certified teachers for Robert Brown Middle School

    At its monthly meeting held Monday, July 15, 2024, the Greene County Board of Education completed its hiring of certified teachers for Robert Brown Middle School. The board approved Superintendent Dr. Corey Jones recommendations for the following personnel at RBMS: David Taylor, Jr. 7th/8th grade Social Studies Teacher; Talicia Williams, 6th grade Math TEAMS Teacher; Tavaris Lacy, 5th grade Teacher; Naomi Goodson Cyrus, 6th grade Teacher; Kathryn Soule, Media Specialist; Linda Davis as Cook. Dr. Jones noted in his report that the 7th/8th grade Science TEAMS teacher has also been hired at RBMS.
    Dr. Jones reported that Eutaw Primary School had the second highest gains in the state for 3rd grade proficiency. The school’s score rose from 58% to 90%. Perry County was 1st, with gains from 53% to 90%. “ We certainly need to applaud our EPS personnel for their diligent work,” he said. The board also hired Katina Mickens as Special Ed Teacher at EPS and Loria Henderson as Cook..
    Superintendent Jones complimented Greene County High School personnel for taking time to participate in myriad of professional training workshops throughout the summer. “ It is very good for our scholars and school system when staff continues to upgrade their skills,” he noted. The board hired Khadijah Hunter as Long-term sub (In-School Suspension) at GCHS.
    Other personnel items approved by the board included the following:
    * Resignations – Gloria McGhee, Pre-K teacher – EPS, effective July 15, 2024; Randell White, Maintenance Worker, effective July 19, 2024.
    * Recall 2024/2025 – Sara Crawford, Second grade teacher at Eutaw Primary School.
    * Retirement – Frederick Square, Alternative Learning Program Coordinator, effective July 1, 2024; Alonzo Noland, Custodian – Eutaw Primary School, effective July 1, 2024.
    * Non-acceptance of employment from Kianga Austin, 6th grade Science teacher at RBMS.
    * Additional Service Contracts 2024 – 2025 for the following employees at Robert Brown Middle School: (Separate Contract) Mr. Henry Miles Jr.- Head Football Coach; Ms. Daphne Richardson – Cheerleader Sponsor; Tavaris Lacy – Asst. Football Coach/Head Basketball Coach Girls;
    * Incentive in the amount of $500 to be paid to CNP Director for completing the Team Nutrition Training Grant (funded by ALSDE);
    * Stipend in the amount of $750 Marilyn Knott for serving as Building Test Coordinator for the summer administration of the ACAP Supplemental Reading Assessment
    3-year Principal’s Contract for Mrs. Tammy Anderson – RBMS, effective July 1, 2024
    The following administration items were approved by the board: The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the following administrative items:
    * Job description for Special Education Instructional Assistant.
    * Proposal from Albireo Energy to replace 18 cameras and update 65 licenses.
    * Quote from Clear Winds Technologies (Device Repair Service, 3 years) $94,351.25.
    * Quote from Nearpod (Learning License, 1 year) $20,402.50.
    * Quote from Notable, Inc-Kami (Learning License, 3 years) $10,867.50.
    * Quote from Classlink (Single Sign-on/Auto-rostering, 3 years) $12,548.40.
    * Quote from Follett Destiny (Resource Manager, 3 years) $18,147.45.
    * Quote from GoGuardian (Content Filtering, 3 years) $58,500.
    * Quote from Howard Technology to purchase Chromebook carts in the amount of $19,780.
    * Estimate from PowerSchool Enrollment (3 year estimate is included official quote will be available once the district is ready to proceed with the purchase.) $10,207.42..
    Quote from RTI Technologies for chromebooks & cases to be purchased at a unit price of $317.
    Quote from Curriculum Associates (I-Ready Software, 3 Years) $204,391.65.
    * Quote from Newsela/Formative (instructional resource to connect and deliver skill building strategies for students, 3 Years) $10,450.
    * Quote from Seesaw, Inc (provide standard-aligned lessons to engage students with differentiated activities, 3 Years) $19,000.
    * Quote from Imagine Learning/Edgenuity (platform will be utilized at Greene County High School to assist with credit recovery courses that adapt to each student’s unique learning journey, 1 Year) $24,072.
    * Proposal from Bailey Group (Teacher Effectiveness & Supporting Teacher Effectiveness 2024-2025) $114,000.
    * Quote in the amount $500 from EPS Learning for SPIRE Refresher Training for RBMS – Fall 2024.
    * Hourly rate increase in the amount of $25 for Ms. Denise Horton to serve as the behavioral aide for the summer learning program (June 2024) (previously approved May 20, 2024).
    * Increase in adult lunch prices for FY 24-25 to the minimum allowed by ALSDE. The increase will be $0.30 per visiting adult for breakfast, $0.50 per visiting adult for lunch.
    * Agreement of the Greene County Board of Education to be plaintiff in a proposed lawsuit in federal court to save bingo in Greene County.
    * Agreement between the Greene County Board of Education and Greene County Ambulance Service to provide ambulance services during home football games for the 2024 – 2025 season.
    * Quote in the amount of $8,200 from Little’s Trucking 1 LLC to cut down and clean the area at RBMS from the back of Career Center to the ticket booth.
    * Payment of all bills, claims, and payroll.
    * Bank reconciliations as submitted by Mrs. Marquita Lennon, CSFO.
    Request from Housing Authority of Greene County to use one bus to transport students for their end of summer field trip July 25, 2024 (to be paid by Housing Authority of Greene County).
    CSFO, Ms. Marquita Lennon, presented the monthly financials as of June 30, 2024.
    Under Points of Interest, the report included the operative Reserves as follows: 5.26 months general fund reserve; 3.63 months cash reserve, with all bank accounts reconciled. The Financial Snapshot was as follows: General Fund Bank Balance – $4,474,416.33 (reconciles to summary cash report);Accounts Payable check Register – $328,266.84; Payroll Register – $898,833.43 (total gross pay, to include employer match items; Combined Ending Fund Balance – $6,475,259.59. Local Revenue included the following: Property Taxes – $23,187.92; Sales Taxes – $96,967.85; Other Taxes – $2,231.99. Total – $122,387.76.

  • Superintendent Jones highlights students in summer continuing education programs

    The Greene County Board of Education held its monthly meeting, Tuesday, June 11, 2024. All board members were present, as well as Superintendent Dr. Corey Jones, Attorney Hank Sanders and CSFO Marquita Lennon.
    Superintendent Jones’ report began with a statement that there were no positive COVID cases in the schools for the period May 20 to June 11, 2024.
    He continued with positive news for the various schools pointing out Greene County students engaging in continuing education programs this summer.
    GCHS has11 students enrolled at Wallace Community College Selma this summer. One student is enrolled at the University of Alabama for Early College. Diamond White, a rising senior, was selected to participate in the Rural Health Scholars Program at the University of Alabama this summer. Debate Team members, Brianna Jackson, Jasmine Simpson, Arriuna Taylor and instructor Larry Barnette will attend a conference in Washington, D.C the week of June 10, 2024. Jeremiah Bullock is attending the Building Construction Camp at Auburn University the week of June 10. Kaden Roberts is participating in a two-week NASA MUREP Summer Institute at Tuskegee University, which aims to increase the number of minorities in STEM.
    GC Career Center: ACT Bootcamp was held June 3; Career Preparedness via ACCESS continues through July 18, with three students enrolled.
    RBMS will have a certified Math teacher for the 7th and 8th grades. Summer Learning is participating in the OMI Math is Art Unit.
    Eutaw Primary is hosting summer school from June 3 – 27, 2024.
    Following an executive session, the board acted on the following personnel items, recommended by Superintendent Jones:
    Resignation(s) – Sherita Carpenter, Interventionist, Eutaw Primary School; Victoria Moore, Chemistry/Physics teacher, Greene Co. High School, effective May 29, 2024;
    Voluntary Transfer of Ms. Sylvia Williams from English teacher at Greene County High School to English teacher at Robert Brown Middle School, effective the 2024 – 2025 school year.
    Transfer(s) 2024 – 2025 school year: Dexter Hinton from Modern Manufacturing teacher at Greene County Career Center to CTE teacher at Robert Brown Middle School.
    Reassignments 2024 – 2025 school year: Garry Rice from Math Specialist at Robert Brown Middle School to Assistant Principal at Robert Brown Middle School; Dr. Rosalyn Griffin from Assistant Principal at Robert Brown Middle School to Counselor at Robert Brown Middle School; Pamela Pasteur from Interventionist at Eutaw Primary School to Elementary teacher at Eutaw Primary School; Tameshia Porter from Interventionist at Greene County High School to English teacher at Greene County High School.
    Employment: Laquita Hunter, Long-term substitute, Greene County Learning Academy; (Board Member Veronica Richardson abstained on the recommendation regarding Ms. Hunter); Kianga Austin, 6th grade Science teacher, RBMS; Ashley Binion Lily – Middle School English, RMBS; Akia Williams – Elementary teacher, RBMS; Krystal Flantroy, Chemistry/Physics teacher, GCHS; Dr. Nashondra Ruffin, 7th & 8th grade Science TEAMS teacher, RBMS.
    Additional duties for Mental Health Coordinator to serve as Truancy Officer.
    Additional Service Contracts 2024 – 2025 for the following employees at Greene County High School (Separate Contract): Corey Cockrell – Head Varsity Football; Torethia Mitchell – Head Volleyball; Kiren Greene – Band Director; Paula Calligan-Leftwich – Dance Coach; Torethia Mitchell – Head Varsity Girls Basketball; Howard Crawford – Head Varsity Boys Basketball; Rodney Wesley – Head Jr. Varsity Boys Basketball; Janice Jeames-Askew – Athletic Director.
    Stipend in the amount of $1,000 for Pamela McGee, teacher at Eutaw Primary School for serving as the RTI Chairperson for the 2023-2024 school year.
    Stipend for the following teachers to participate in professional development to promote student achievement at Robert Brown Middle. The professional development will reflect the schoolwide ACIP Plan and will take place for 2 – 5 days during the months of June and July 2024: Rosalyn Griffin; Felecia Smith; Raven Bryant; Vanessa Bryant; Annie Howard; Demetris Lyles; Pinkie Travis.
    The board approved the following administrative items recommended by Dr. Jones.
    * Contract between the Greene County Board of Education and Marriott Birmingham to host 2024 Administrative Retreat.
    * Quote from Allianz Solutions for ACT Boot Camp Tutoring on June 3 – 6, 2024.
    * Quote from C & J Resources for ACT Boot Camp Tutoring on July 8 – 11, 2024.
    * Permission for Black Scholars committee to use two buses to transport students from Greene County to Stillman June 24 – July 19, 2024.
    * The revision of contract between Greene County Board of Education and Chante Myles-Rice (C&J Resources) for ACT Prep tutoring service (Previously approved November 2023)
    * Out of state field trip request for seniors to travel to Sevierville, TN for Senior Trip 2025 on May 5 – 9, 2025.
    * FY 2024 Budget Amendments.
    * Payment of all bills, claims, and payroll.
    * Bank reconciliations as submitted by Mrs. Marquita Lennon, CSFO.
    Ms. Marquita Lennon, Chief School Finance Officer, presented the Financial Snapshot as of May 31, 2024. Points of Interest: Operating Reserve – 5.44 months combined general fund reserve; 3.87 months cash reserve. All bank accounts have been reconciled. General Fund bank balance totaled $4,768.852.58. Accounts Payable Check Register totaled $373,896.01. Payroll Register totaled $927,638.22. Combined Ending Balance totaled $6,697.366.11. Local Revenue Sources: Property Taxes – $39,424.42; Sales Taxes – $112,204.60; Other Taxes – $152,001.52.
    CSFO Lennon also presented budget amendments for FY 2024, including carry-over funds and amended expenditures for Title 1 – Part A; Title I – Part A C/O; Title II (includes CSR), Title IV; Rural Education; ESSER III Reserve and ESSER III.

  • School board holds special meeting on school personnel

    The above scholars completed the requirements for the Structural Welding Certificate from Wallace Community College in Selma on Friday, May 10, 2024. Pictured left from right: Janice Jeames Askew, Scholar : Jeremiah Bullock, Nicholas Henley, Michael Gibson, Jr. Kalvin Jones, Jakaylon Bridgemon, Curtis Jordan, Zacary Rutledge, Welding Instructor, Dr, Corey Jones, Superintendent, Scholar John Cockrell, Jaylon Mitchell and LaTravis Jones. Also in attendance was Teresa Atkins, Greene County Career Center Director.

    The Greene County Board of Education held a special call meeting, Thursday, May 9, 2024 with a focus on school personnel. All board members were present as well as Superintendent Dr. Corey Jones, Board Attorney Hank Sanders, GCHS Principal Ms. Andrea Perry, Robert Brown Middle School Principal Ms. Tammy Anderson, Eutaw Primary Principal Dr. Brittany Harris and CSFO Ms. Marquita Lennon.

    Shortly after the official opening of the meeting, following roll call and approval of the agenda, Attorney Sanders certified an executive session for the board. President Leo Branch explained that the session was called to discuss personnel issues that may involve good name and character, legal matters that may involve strategy and safety. The Principals and CSFO were asked to remain in the session with the Board, Superintendent and Attorney. The executive session lasted approximately two hours.

    When the board resumed its open meeting, President Branch announced that no decisions were made and no actions taken in executive session.

    In previous board meetings Superintendent Jones did caution the board that budget cuts would be necessary for the next school year, especially in personnel. The ESSER funds which provided support for additional Academic Coaches would end this fiscal year.

    In the open session, the board acted on the following personnel items.

    * Approved resignation of Mr. James Gaines, Transportation Supervisor for the Greene County School System, effective June 30, 2024.

    * Approved supplemental contract for Janice Jeames-Askew to serve as Athletic Director for GCHS for 2023-2024.

    * Approved supplemental funding agreement for in school personnel.

  • School Board receives update on Superintendent Jones evaluation process

    The Greene County Board of Education met in regular session Monday, April 15, 2024 with all members present. The board heard an update on Superintendent Dr. Corey Jones evaluation process, conducted by Dr. Daniel Boyd, former Assistant Superintendent with the Alabama State Board of Education and former Superintendent of the Lowndes County School System. Dr. Boyd presented the board members with evaluation forms, to complete individually, using five performance standards. Dr. Boyd indicated that he will return on Wednesday to administer similar surveys to the administrative staff and principals. He asked the board members to have their surveys completed and returned to him by that date.
    Dr. Boyd stated that he will compile the findings of all surveys and present a final report on Superintendent Jones evaluation by June, 2024.
    Dr. Boyd noted that the superintendent’s annual evaluation process is significant in clarifying leadership roles; enhancing communications; creating a common understanding consisting of multiple sources of data and providing mechanisms of accountability.
    In his monthly report to the board, Superintendent Jones presented positive news for each school.
    Eutaw Primary: K-3 educators are currently participating in Reading Data meetings. Educators will analyze most recent progress, monitoring data and make instructional adjustments. All K-3 grade scholars will take the Aimsweb End-of-Year Assessment beginning April 29, 2024. The educators will participate in i-Ready/ACAP Practice Test Data meeting during week of April 22-24. They will review pertinent information prior to administering Diagnostic 3. ACAP testing has concluded at Eutaw Primary.
    Robert Brown Middle: 8th grade course selection cards completed April 4. ACAP testing completed. School wide Basketball Tournament scheduled for April 19. P.A.W.S. (Parents Always Willing to Support) meeting scheduled for April 30.
    Greene County High: Scholars attended Future Teachers Day at University of Alabama. Seniors attended WOW 2.0 held at Shelton State Community College, sponsored by Alabama Works. Mu Alpha Theta celebrated at OWA and Gulf Bowl Entertainment in Foley, Alabama.
    Greene County Career Center: Students participated in Modern Manufacturing Lear Corporation Industry Tour, March 14. Jobs for Alabama Graduates Career Closet dedicated. Students participated in Modern Manufacturing Hanna Steel Industry tour, March 27.
    Current Construction/Renovation Projects: Flooring at EPS is complete; roofing is 95% complete due to landscaping issue. Press box at RBMS scheduled to be completed by June 2. Company replacing HVAC system at RBM has begun receiving materials. GCH still has roofing issues which are under warranty.
    The board acted on the following personnel items.
    *Approved compensation for the following staff for any College Career Readiness related activities for the remainder of the fiscal year 2023-2024 – Teresa Atkins, Nicole Henley, Paula Calligan-Leftwich, Tomora Morris, Shamyra Jones, LaMonica Little, Tamika Thompson, Angela White, and Tweila Morris.
    *Approved resignations of Nkenge Reynolds, 7th/8th grade Social Studies teacher at RBM and Ashley Moody, 7th/8th grade Language Arts teacher at RBM, both effective May 24, 2024.
    The board acted on the following administrative items.
    * Memorandum of Agreement for Special Education Services between Community Service Programs of West Alabama, Inc. Head Start/Early Head Start and Greene County Board of Education

    * Job description for Gifted Education Specialist
    * Quote in the amount of $36,229.00 from Alabama Door and Hardware, Inc. for doors at RBMS.
    * Greene County Schools to participate in Winning Grant Training Program with MSB at The University of Alabama with a one-time fee of $3,500.00.
    * Out-of-State travel for Shamyra Jones to attend the Jobs for Alabama Graduates (JAG) National Training Seminar in Las Vegas, NV, July 8-12, 2024. (Attending this conference is listed in the JAG Memorandum of Agreement.)
    * Out-of-State travel for Tomora Morris to attend the SREB Conference in Nashville, TN, July 9 -12, 2024. (Pending available grant funding).
    * Quote from Kelley S. Wassermann in the amount of $2,000 for two days of onsite assistance and training for Mosaic nutrient analysis and database collection for CNP Director and managers (Includes overnight hotel and travel expenses).
    * Out-of-state travel for Rodney Wesley to attend 2024 Spring National Association of Basketball Coaches Clinic in Atlanta, GA on May 3-5, 2024.
    * Payment of all bills, claims, and payroll
    * Bank reconciliations as submitted by Mrs. Marquita Lennon, CSFO
    * Permission for Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) members to travel to Georgia to Six Flags for their Educational Day on Friday, May 10, 2024.
    CSFO Marquita Lennon presented the following Financial Snapshots as of March 31, 2024.
    Operating Reserves: 5,73 (months) combined general fund reserve; 4,65 (months) cash reserve. All bank accounts have been reconciled. The General Fund Bank Balance totaled $5,728,137.95 (reconciles to the Summary Cash Report). Accounts Payable Check Register totaled $359,485.61. payroll Register totaled $947,547.82, (total gross pay, to include employer match items). Combined Ending Fund Balance totaled $7,049,670.75.
    Local Revenue: Property Taxes – $42,146.87; Sales Taxes – $95,701.40; Other Taxes – $139,908.26.
    Prior to the April meeting, the school board members participated in its annual Whole Board Training, Governing for Achievement, administered by Alabama Association of School Board staff. The first module of the five-part training focused on Committing to High Expectations, which has four expected outcomes: The board understands the high stakes of the Governing for Achievement programs work; The board feels a sense of urgency toward this work; The board understands the impact of quality teaching; The board understands the importance of building a culture of high expectations of all levels of the school system.