During a recent meeting of the District 3 Board of Education, significant concerns regarding student safety were raised by community member Mr. Ware. He highlighted the lack of proactive measures to ensure the safety of students and parents, particularly around the EPIC school, which serves students from multiple districts. Despite previous attempts to engage with the Board of Education representative, Mr. Ware expressed disappointment over the lack of follow-up. He urged the board to consider immediate improvements, such as installing crosswalks and enhancing signage, to prevent potential accidents.

The meeting also addressed the consent agenda, where Board member Smith requested the removal of item H for further discussion. Following a brief deliberation, the board unanimously approved the remaining items on the consent agenda. Board member Smith expressed enthusiasm for upcoming projects, particularly those related to operations under the new chief of staff.

Additionally, the board accepted donations from prospective donors and approved personnel actions, including a discussion on bus driver pay for intersession. A request was made to consider extending this pay throughout the year to address ongoing issues.

The meeting concluded with a cabinet report and updates on the strategic plan, led by Mrs. Glover, as the board continues to focus on enhancing educational outcomes and community engagement.