The Latta School Board of Trustees met for the regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, November 11, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. in the District Administrative Conference Room.
Trustees present were Kyle Berry, Edward Bethea, Vanessa Harrison, Linda James, Kenneth Kitts and Eddie Watson. Betty Jo Johnson was absent.
Edward Bethea welcomed all present and Dr. Kirby opened with prayer.
Martha Heyward introduced the first year teacher induction class to the Board. Each teacher shared their educational background and their enjoyment of teaching in the Latta School District. Induction class participants are as follows: Elaina Gleeson, Freda McInnis, Mary Mudd, and Cristin Richards. Brandy Sapp was not in attendance. There being no corrections or additions to the October 14, 2014 minutes, Edward Bethea ruled that they stand approved.
Old Business:
Board member surveys show an interest in having a board retreat on July 14, 2015.
Departmental Business:
Donna Taylor presented the status report for September of the General Fund budget.
Auditor Bob Harper from Harper, Poston & Moree, P.S. of Pawleys Island presented the audit report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2014.
Esther Rogers presented an update on the 2014 ESEA Waiver Grades.
The 2014 45th Day Count Report was presented by Robert McIntyre.
Martha Heyward updated the Board on the International Baccalaureate Program.
Larry Legette gave an update of the school facilities. Dr. Kirby gave an update on the Latta Elementary School.
There being no further business, a motion to adjourn was made by Eddie Watson and seconded by Kyle Berry. Vote was unanimous.
