The Taylorville School Board of Education held their regular October board meeting on Tuesday evening. It began by appointing new board member Tonya Bowsher with an administration of oath read by board president, Brenda Patrick. Bowsher says she is very excited to be on the board and that her focus is on the students.

Under presentations and discussions, principals from all Taylorville schools spoke to the board about the routes they are taking for student success in their respective buildings. Matthew Hutchison, Taylorville High School Principal relayed that with a new year a new standardized test, the ACT will be taken, a change from last year's SAT. Hutchison spoke to a decline in scores from past years and explained a thorough, student-friendly plan that cuts back on repeated mistakes.

Eric Bruder, Taylorville Junior High School Principal was happy to report that TJHS is among the top 10% of performing junior high schools across the state. All schools fell in the commendable category and Superintendent Brandi Bruley thanked the principals for their diligent efforts for the students.

The new business saw the enrollment report which shows a decline from the 2023 school year. FOIA requests were approved for Ashley Peden but not for Chad Peden or Jacyln Pugsley for reasons regarding the Student Records Act. The motion passed to begin the national school lunch/ cafeteria bid.

Superintendent Brandi Bruley gave her report, speaking of recent training and district strategic planning sessions.

The board approved the consent agenda which involved the treasurer’s report, claims, and overnight trips for the THS Student Council to travel to Disney World in Florida for a development workshop, and for the Christian County CEO Group. All members of the board were present except for Tom Finks.

The next Taylorville School Board meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 12th.