LATTA SCHOOL BOARD
Minutes
April 14, 2026
(Minutes submitted are unofficial until approved at the next month’s regular monthly meeting.)
The Latta School Board of Trustees met for the regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the District Administrative Conference Room. In accordance with S.C. Code of Laws of 1976, as amended, Section 30-4-80(E). The agenda is posted in the District Office and on the district website.
Trustees present were Kyle Berry, Ray George, Vanessa Harrison, Shawn Myers, Eleanor Powers and JoAnn Williamson. Kyle Berry called the meeting to order and welcomed all present and Stephanie Ard opened with prayer.
Kyle Berry called to amend the agenda to allow the Latta Elementary School Update to go first.
Shawn Myers made a motion to approve the change to the agenda and JoAnn Williamson seconded the motion. Vote was unanimous.
There being no corrections or additions to the March 10, 2026 minutes Kyle Berry called for a motion to approve the minutes. Ray George made a motion and Eleanor Powers seconded the motion. Vote was unanimous.
Dollie Morrell thanked the teachers, students, and parents for coming out to help share with the board all they have going on at the elementary school. She then introduced Mrs. Cox and Mrs. Allen and 3 students who shared about their trip to the state house for Liberty Day. Mrs. Morrell then introduced Mrs. Angela Luffman and the LES Student Council. The council members shared the mission and vision for the council and what they had to do to be elected. The members also shared different activities they have helped with and led throughout the year. Mrs. Morrell then shared about their teacher of the year and support staff member of the year. She then gave an update on attendance and other activities they have had at the elementary school this year.
OLD BUSINESS
None
DEPARTMENTAL BUSINESS
Donna Taylor presented the status reports for February 2026 on the General Fund budget.
Donna Taylor presented the 2026-2027 general fund budget. A motion was made by Shawn Myers and seconded by JoAnn Williamson to approve first reading of the budget. Vote was unanimous.
Robert McIntyre shared the 135th day report.
Sandy Jones presented federal projects coming up for renewal for approval to start writing applications. Eleanor Powers made a motion and JoAnn Williamson seconded the motion. Vote was unanimous.
Sandy Jones shared about the ATSI Designation at the elementary school and the plan that has been developed to address this designation.
Stephanie Ard shared operational report on the Procurement Review of the Child Nutrition Program.
Stephanie Ard shared an update on the weight room and gym upgrade. She also shared about a donor that gave money for an upper elementary playground area that we are looking to construct
in the near future. Mrs. Ard also shared an update on the PA system in the schools and a walk in refrigerator at the elementary school.
Stephanie Ard gave an update on legislative changes, Leader in Me, and the dedication of the Coach Don Cribb Batting Facility.
NEW BUSINESS
Stephanie Ard informed the board of an additional resignation and new hires. Kyle Berry called for a motion to approve the resignation and new hires. JoAnn Williamson made a motion and
Shawn Myers seconded the motion. Vote was unanimous. Kyle Berry called for a motion to cancel the June board meeting. JoAnn Williamson made a motion and Shawn Myers seconded the motion. Vote was unanimous.
CITIZEN INPUT ON ITEMS OF GENERAL INTEREST TO SCHOOLS
None
EXECUTIVE SESSION
None
FORMAL ACTION ON EXECUTIVE SESSION
None
There being no further business, Ray George made a motion to adjourn at 7:32 p.m. Eleanor Powers seconded the motion. Vote was unanimous.
