The Taylorville School Board met last night for their monthly meeting to discuss various topics. During this meeting, Dr. Ronald Mizer was awarded the Illinois Association of School Boards (IASB) Award. Other items up for discussion included talking points from the Illinos Association of School Boards, Presented by Board President, Ann Chandler, an NPT Update Presented by Board Member, Lori Wemple, as well as consideration and discussion regarding the approval of dismissing Taylorville High School’s Boys Basketball Coach, Ryan Brown.

The IASB recognized Dr. Mizer for his outstanding performance and dedication as a member of the Taylorville School Board. The IASB offers a number of awards and programs to recognize the dedicated work of school board members that strive for excellence in local school board governance.

The School Board also considered the approval of the Taylorville High School and junior high school student handbook and discipline updates, consideration and approval of breakfast and lunch fees, as well as the at-will employee salaries for the 2027 fiscal year. 

The board unanimously reached approval across all considerations aside from the discussion regarding Coach Ryan Brown. At which the board came to a 3-3 vote, with board member, Tonya Bowsher choosing to abstain. This resulted in the motion reaching failed status, allowing Coach Brown to remain employed with the Taylorville High School.

For more details on Coach Browns discussion, CLICK HERE.

The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 12th.