The Caldwell County Board of Education convened a special called meeting on June 10, 2025, primarily to address personnel matters and administrative recommendations. The meeting commenced with the approval of the agenda, which was unanimously passed by the board members present.

Following the agenda approval, the board moved into a closed session to discuss confidential personnel matters, as permitted under North Carolina general statutes. This session was intended to consult with the board attorney and maintain attorney-client privilege. The board anticipated taking action upon returning to open session.

Upon reconvening, Dr. Phipps presented a series of administrative recommendations for new appointments within the school district. The proposed changes included the following key appointments:

- Melissa Costin as principal of Bayton Elementary School, currently serving as principal at Kings Creek.
- Ryan Britt as assistant principal at Granite Falls Middle School, currently the assistant principal at West Caldwell High School.
- Randy Hart as assistant principal at Hudson Elementary School, currently the assistant principal at High Brighton.
- Jessica Obermeyer as assistant principal at High Brighton High School, currently the assistant principal at Gainwell Elementary.
- Marcia Kinley as principal of Horizons, currently the assistant principal at Granite Falls Middle School.
- Philip Little as principal of Hudson Middle School, currently serving as interim principal.
- Tabitha Hendricks as assistant principal at Hudson Bridal, currently a student support specialist at Valmette and Horizons.
- Jason Teefteller as principal of Kings Creek, currently the principal at Bayton.
- Mark Braswell as assistant principal at West Caldwell High School, currently a teacher at West Caldwell.

The board voted to approve these appointments, with the motion passing 6-1, indicating one dissenting vote. The approved contracts for the new roles included continuing contracts for most appointees, while Philip Little, Tabitha Hendricks, and Mark Braswell were granted two-year contracts.

In closing remarks, board member Jim Jones encouraged those transitioning into new roles to seek support from their colleagues and utilize available resources to enhance their effectiveness in their positions. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn, which was also passed unanimously.