The DeSoto County School Board convened on April 19, 2025, to address various agenda items, including approvals for construction projects, financial reports, and personnel matters. The meeting commenced with the approval of minutes from the previous meetings held on April 4 and April 8, which passed unanimously.

The board then moved to the consent agenda, which included multiple items requiring approval. The recommendation to approve the consent agenda was made and subsequently passed without opposition.

In new business, the board discussed the building addition project for Lewisburg High School. After reviewing bids, the board accepted the lowest and best bid from Murphy and Son, followed by a motion to enter into a contractual agreement with the same company for the project, which also passed unanimously.

The agenda continued with a lighting replacement project, where the board accepted the bid from Copperhead Electrical and approved a contractual agreement with them. Additionally, the board approved bids for the parking lot expansion project at Lewisburg High School, again selecting Murphy and Son as the contractor.

The meeting also covered the restroom renovation project at Southaven Middle School, where the board accepted the bid from Grinder, Taper, and Grinder, and approved a contractual agreement with them as well.

A request for reimbursement for an employee at Hernando High School was presented and approved. The board also addressed a request to reject bids for a football scoreboard at Corn Lake High School due to budget constraints, which was approved unanimously.

Financial reports were reviewed, including the statement of revenue and expenditures for February 2025, which showed a 7% increase in revenue compared to the previous fiscal year. The board approved this report along with the combined balance sheet and statement of cash flow for the same period.

Personnel matters were discussed, including recommendations for hiring and additional pay for various staff members. The board approved all personnel recommendations presented.

The meeting concluded with a motion to enter into executive session to discuss student discipline, residency issues, and potential litigation matters, which was also approved without opposition. Overall, the meeting was marked by a series of approvals that reflect the board's ongoing commitment to enhancing educational facilities and addressing financial and personnel needs within the district.